Gadget Review: Philips DVT6000 Digital Voice Tracer

I find myself having to take in a lot of information whether it’s for education or work. Having a voice recorder is something I’d recommend as a journalism student because it helps make sure all quotes are accurate and indisputable. After using the Philips DVT6000 voice tracer for a few days, I found its capabilities…

#AppleProblems

After last Fridays much-anticipated release, a lot of opinions have emerged on social media concerning iOS 8 and the new iPhones. Usually, people’s responses towards Apple products are positive but, from what I can see people are becoming more critical due to the newly emerging faults. The issues cover areas such as bent iPhones, crashing apps, lack of…

Vox Pops: Every student journalist’s nightmare

When it comes to compiling a package for TV or radio, vox pops will more often than not play a part. They allow you to get the general opinion of a subject and can sometimes add the necessary balance to a news story. This aside, they’re never easy to get. I’ve had countless experiences trying…

A brief student journo guide

Hopefully by reading the title you’ve come across this intentionally rather than just by coincidence. Either way. I want to tell you a few things that any aspiring journalist should know. First, you should always remember K.I.S.S. This stands for “Keep It Simple Stupid” (or Keep It Short and Simple if you’re trying to be nice).…

Support independent shops and businesses

Over the past few weeks I’ve been interviewing local shops and businesses and asking them why they think people should shop locally. Most of them talked about supporting the local economy and getting unique products you’re not likely to get in high street retailers. Personally, I think people should shop locally but it should be…

Brighton Students’ Union get UniZone Extended

The students’ union at the University of Brighton have managed to get the UniZone extended from Falmer to Eastbourne. It has been confirmed that from May 2014, students will be able to buy a UniZone ticket that will allow them to travel between Falmer to Eastbourne. Paul Cooke, Vice President of Campus Communications at University of Brighton,…