A message to my children:
"When I was your age, I didn’t know who I wanted to be. Life was about simple joys—Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, chocolate cake, music, and friends. Then, you came along, and everything changed. Suddenly, I couldn’t remember what we used to do with all our spare time before you arrived".
The “So Much” Moments
Your life so far has been a collection of beautiful firsts:
- Your first smile, steps, and words.
- Your first day at nursery and then school.
- Your first curry (now your favourite meal).
- Your first flight and your first holiday.
I’ll never forget the day we went to Legoland with your friend Harper. You laughed and smiled all day long. When we got home, you gave me the biggest hug and said, “Thank you, Daddy. I had the best day ever. I love you.” You got me right there.
Lessons in Love and Life
When I met your mum, I knew she was something special. Beneath her wild, funny personality was everything I’d been searching for. Together, we’re figuring out how to raise you, stay healthy, and balance life’s demands.
We don’t always get it right. Sometimes we shout, sometimes we forget things, and sometimes we regret what we say—or don’t say. But above all else, we try.
And that’s what I want you to take away: trying matters more than perfection.
The Things That Truly Matter
As I get older, I realise life isn’t about working endlessly to earn as much as possible. It’s about working just enough to spend quality time with you, your mum, and the people we love.
It’s about family barbecues, water fights, pumpkin picking, and maybe even watching all 34 Marvel movies back-to-back (when you let me!).
In this life, you’ll sometimes think certain things matter when they don’t. Here’s what really matters:
- It doesn’t matter who made the mess—just clean it up.
- It doesn’t matter who got there first—you’re there together.
- It doesn’t matter how big the TV is—as long as you enjoy what you’re watching.
- And it doesn’t matter if it’s Apple or Android—just take the picture.
What matters is having a place full of love, laughter, and happiness. A place where you feel safe. A place you can call home.
From Kids to Cameras: iPhone 16 Pro vs S24 Ultra
As a tech reviewer, I spend a lot of time comparing phones like the iPhone 16 Pro and the Samsung S24 Ultra. Both are great phones, but the debate about which is better is often overblown. My advice is simple:
Cameras
Both phones have excellent cameras, capable of capturing fast-moving subjects like—you guessed it—kids.
- Portrait shots are great on both devices.
- iPhone video feels smoother, but overall photo quality is comparable.
The key for me is capturing moments good enough to relive when I’m old. I’m not nitpicking edge detection or slightly missed focus—what matters is the memory.
Design
- The iPhone feels more comfortable to hold, thanks to its rounded edges.
- The S24 Ultra offers the S-Pen, which my kids love for drawing.
Battery Life
Both phones perform similarly, but the S24 Ultra charges faster. You can get a 50% charge in 30 minutes, which is a lifesaver when you’re in a hurry.
Software and Ecosystems
- Apple’s ecosystem is simple and intuitive, with features like sharing WiFi passwords or using your phone to type on your TV.
- Samsung’s ecosystem is broader, with integrations across home appliances like washing machines and fridges.
Neither is better—it depends on your preferences and how invested you are in each ecosystem.
AI Features
Samsung’s Gemini AI currently has more advanced features than Apple’s Intelligence. However, I rarely use these AI tools in real life. Planning flights or creating itineraries with AI is cool, but I still prefer making those decisions myself.
Where AI shines is in features like saying, “Send the photo we took at the park last weekend to Mum.” But we’re not quite there yet.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Tech in 2025
Neither the iPhone nor the S24 Ultra is perfect. Both are part of ecosystems that offer reliable performance and great experiences.
However, 2025 promises to be an exciting year in tech. With brands like Vivo, Huawei, and Xiaomi entering global markets and the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip offering huge leaps in performance and battery life, the competition will only heat up.
Final Thoughts: What Truly Matters
At the end of the day, it doesn’t matter whether you use an iPhone, a Samsung, or any other brand. What matters is having a device that helps you:
- Capture memories of the people you love.
- Connect with friends and family.
- Enjoy life, whether that’s scrolling through Instagram or taking stunning photos.
Because in the end, it’s not about the phone—it’s about the life you live with it.
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