El uso de datos móviles mientras se viaja al extranjero tiende a ser costoso debido a las tarifas de roaming internacional, tarifas adicionales que cobran los operadores de telefonía móvil a los clientes que desean usar sus teléfonos en un país extranjero, teniendo en cuenta las diferencias en los sistemas de red y las alianzas entre compañías de telecomunicaciones. considere estos factores. Costos más altos.
Para abordar este frustrante problema, En primer lugar Lanzó un servicio eSIM que promete datos móviles básicos gratuitos de por vida, esté donde esté. Con una interfaz de usuario sencilla, Firsty ofrece una experiencia móvil perfecta para viajeros, expatriados y empresas de mudanzas. El paquete “Firsty Free” promete eliminar cargos inesperados y brinda a los usuarios conectividad de datos instantánea para uso esencial.
Firsty utiliza una red global de socios de comunicaciones regionales, conectando automáticamente a los usuarios con el mejor proveedor local, sin necesidad de intervención manual. La tecnología de Firsty cambia sin problemas entre proveedores en segundo plano, evitando posibles caídas de conexión.
Hay una trampa
Aunque obtienes datos ilimitados gratis durante 60 minutos para servicios básicos como WhatsAppMessenger, correo electrónico y Uber Cuando se acabe este tiempo, deberás ver un anuncio de 30 segundos para mantenerte conectado. Es posible que este enfoque gratuito no sea del agrado de todos, pero elimina los costosos costos de roaming y mantiene su número de teléfono actual.
Si necesita una conexión más rápida, puede actualizar a Firsty Fast, que le brinda 2 GB de datos por día por una tarifa diaria de (desde) 2,00 €. First dice que, en algunos casos, es 60 veces más barato que los planes tradicionales. Puede comprar los datos de un día a la vez, o el equivalente a 30 días de datos para guardar. Primero tiene una función de pausa que permite a los usuarios guardar sus días para usarlos en el futuro y pueden reiniciar el servicio en cualquier país.
Para comenzar, simplemente descargue la aplicación gratuita desde Tienda de aplicaciones de Apple o Google Apps. Cuando configures la aplicación por primera vez, obtendrás 100 MB de datos Firsty Fast de forma gratuita.
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Nikon’s Nikkor Z 40mm f/2 is one of two lightweight, inexpensive prime lenses for the Z-mount – the other being the wider 28mm f/2.8.
At 40mm, it’s currently the closest match to the ‘nifty fifty’ lenses of old, aiming to provide a lightweight lens with a compact footprint, flexible focal length, and a relatively fast aperture. Above all, it’s cheap – really cheap for a proprietary lens sitting at just £259 / $289 /AU$310 new. Compared to the Nikon S 50mm f/1.8 or the S 35mm f/1.8, the 40mm comes in at under half the price while still offering some form of weather sealing and excellent performance.
Optically, this lens has a few idiosyncrasies – namely corner sharpness and coma – but the 40mm is innately usable in a wide range of situations. It’s wide enough for some landscapes and close enough for most portraits. Personally, I find the 40mm focal length more usable than 50mm for a walkabout lens – and f/2 is plenty outside of extreme situations.
Nikon Z 40mm f/2 specs
Type: Prime Sensor: Full-frame Focal length: 40mm (60mm APS-C) Max aperture: f/2 Minimum focus: 11.8in / 30cm Filter size: 52mm Dimensions: 2.8 x 1.8in / 70 x 45.5mm Weight: 6oz / 170g
I tested on a full-frame Nikon Z6 but the lens is also compatible with the ‘DX’ APS-C Nikon Z-mount cameras. In this case, the focal length becomes 60mm. It’s getting into portrait lens territory for APS-C here although it would also be a good choice for a shy street photographer who wants some distance from their subject.
Nikon Z 40mm f/2: design
The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 features an entirely plastic build that feels well engineered and deceptively robust in the hand. Overall, it’s a solid and well put together lens but the plastic thread and mount do cheapen the overall feel somewhat. You’re never tricked into thinking this is a premium lens, even though its output is excellent.
The Nikon Z 40mm f/2 is, however, extremely light – weighing just 6oz / 170g. Pairing this lens up with my Nikon Z6 results in a package that weighs just over 21oz / 600g, which rivals crop sensor setups for sheer portability. While I’d never call this pairing ‘pocketable’, it’s a featherweight combination for a full-frame system and perfect for every day shooting.
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(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
And, I have to say – the 40mm pairs nicely with the Z6’s relatively minimalist, being workmanlike in its design since there are no external AF switches, custom control rings, or any other kind of outward flare to speak of. I’d say it looks decent enough on one of Nikon’s more modern bodies. Is it boring? Maybe, but it doesn’t look out of place.
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(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
It’s worth noting here that the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 comes in two variations – the standard version that I tested and a more retro-themed ‘SE’ variant. If you’re looking for a prime to pair up with the much more old-school-looking Nikon Zf or Nikon Zfc then you’ll want to make sure you’re checking out the SE for maximum retro effect.
Neither variant ships with a first-party lens hood but both are dust and drip-resistant, which is a major selling point for a lens this inexpensive. In recent years, third-party manufacturers (most notably Viltrox) have started to offer compelling budget alternatives to entry-level first-party lenses but weather sealing is one area where most are severely lacking. And, I can personally attest that the splash resistance of this lens is fantastic – having been soaked from head to toe on Dartmoor during field testing.
Nikon Z 40mm f/2: performance
Thanks to built-in lens corrections on Z-mount bodies, you’ll get extremely good results out of camera with the 40mm. For the price, the lens is impressively sharp even at f/2 and exhibits minimal chromatic aberration or vignetting. Flare is also controlled – despite this lens likely not featuring Nikon’s higher-end coatings.
I’ve shot thousands of images with the 40mm and I’ve come to appreciate how it renders a scene. I’ve read some describe this lens as ‘classic’ in character and while its sharpness is certainly more akin to a modern lens, colors certainly do pop under the right circumstances. Bokeh-wise, the 40mm is also relatively circular/puffy in the center but becomes less bloomier and more defined around the edges.
As with most lenses, the sharpness sweet spot for the 40mm is around f/5 to f/8 but even at these optimal apertures the 40mm is notably sharpest in the centre. Depending on what you’re shooting the 40mm will exhibit some softness at the extreme corners – as with this sample image of a dock leaf taken at f/5.6.
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Full image taken at f/5.6(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
Cropped image of bottom left corner(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
Despite having a minimum focus distance of 11.8in / 30cm the lens is also quite soft when close focusing. You can narrow down the aperture for more sharpness but you’ll miss out on that creamy DoF (depth of field) up close, which means the 40mm can suffer for specialized applications like floral photography. Just below you can see a specific example of a flower taken at around a foot distance, where the focus point was set directly on the central bud.
The Nikon 40mm f/2 exhibits some softness up close, even central in the frame. (Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
The 40mm also exhibits some coma, which can result in noticeably smeared lights during night photography towards the extreme edges of the frame. In real-life testing, I found this to be an incredibly minor issue that only cropped up on a few niche cases such as the attached scene just below. Astrophotographers will likely skip this lens over in favor of the wider (and similarly priced) 28mm but note that this lens does feature some astigmatism if you’re deadset on edge-to-edge clarity.
The Nikon 40mm f/2 renders some coma on the extreme edges of the frame. (Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
That’s where my criticisms end, however. In practical use the 40mm performs admirably. Autofocus is extremely quick and minimal focus breathing means this is a versatile lens that can also handle video. Note, however, that my lens has a slight whirring sound when focusing – an absolute non-issue for me as a photographer but videographers may notice. I wouldn’t rule out copy variation here since it’s not a widely reported issue, though.
Nikon Z 40mm f/2: sample images
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(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
(Image credit: Future / Alex Whitelock)
Should I buy the Nikon Z 40mm f/2?
Buy it if…
Don’t buy it if…
How I tested the Nikon Z 40mm f/2
Regular use for over a year and counting
Used in fair and inclement weather
Day and nighttime use
I’ve had the Nikon Z 40mm f/2 in my kit for over a year now; in which time I’ve used it extensively for general purpose photography both home and abroad. Subsequently, I’ve been able to thoroughly test the lens in a variety of situations to determine its strengths and weaknesses.
Since Nikon openly advertises this lens as weather-sealed, I’ve made sure to test this lens in adverse conditions, particularly in rainy environments. I’ve also extensively tested this lens at night, making use of its wide aperture of f/2.
Gemini is lining up to become an even bigger part of the Android ecosystem as a toggle switch for the AI may soon appear on the official Google app. Evidence of this update was discovered in a recent beta by industry insider AssembleDebug who then shared his findings with news site Pianika Web.
The feature could appear as a toggle switch right above the search bar. Flipping the switch causes the standard Search interface to morph into the Gemini interface where you can enter a prompt, talk to the model, or upload an image. According to Android Authority, turning on the AI launches a window asking permission to make the switch, assuming you haven’t already.
If this sounds familiar, that’s because the Google app on iOS has had the same function since early February. Activating the feature on either operating system has Gemini replace Google Assistant as your go-to helper on the internet.
Gemini’s new role
You can hop between the two at any time. It’s not a permanent fixture or anything – at least not right now. Google has been making its AI more prominent on smartphones and its first-party platforms. Recently, hints emerged of Gemini possibly gaining a summarization tool as well as reply suggestions on Gmail.
It is possible to have the Gemini toggle switch appear on your Android phone. AssembleDebug published a step-by-step guide on TheSpAndroid, however, the process will take you a long time. First, you’ll need a rooted smartphone running at least Android 12 which is a complicated process in of itself. We have a guide explaining how to root your mobile device if you’re interested in checking that out. Then you’ll need the latest Google App beta from the Play Store, the GMS Flags app from GitHub, and Gemini on your device.
Even if you follow all of these instructions, there’s still a chance it may not work, so you’re probably better off waiting for the switch to officially roll out.
No word on when that’ll happen. Although we could see the feature make its official debut during next month’s Google I/O 2024 event. The tech giant is cooking up something big and we can’t wait to see what it is.
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