The RCSI – Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland have created the worlds first medical training simulator which is now available to download free to the general public and features an interactive alternative mode for the non-medical user, including guides and explanations for each step.This though is just available on the Oculus store for the Samsung Gear VR as pictured below. There however is quite a few good medical apps out there today which can be found on iTunes and the Play Store but none at are in this league…
The RCSI VR Medical Training Sim app puts medical professionals and trainees in the shoes of the Emergency Department trauma team leader where they must assess the patient, make life or death decisions in real time and perform life-saving operative procedures as a surgeon would in a real emergency room.
Commenting on the launch of the RCSI VR Medical Training Sim app, Donncha Ryan, Learning Technology Manager, RCSI said; “Virtual reality is the most radical technological change we’ve seen since the mobile phone and the opportunities it poses for education are vast. This app gives surgical trainees a lasting memory of a real immersive trauma room experience, which is much more valuable than just learning about it in a classroom.”
Developed in conjunction with Immersive Education VR, the app has been released to the public on the Oculus Virtual Reality platform (Samsung Gear VR). The virtual reality (VR) app is focussed on providing both undergraduate medical students and post-graduate medical and surgical trainees with new learning opportunities.
RCSI has become the first higher education institution in the world to release a VR surgical training application on the publicly available platform, furthering its commitment to exploring new technologies to enhance education. This new technology makes simulated training available in a mobile form, making it more accessible and affordable for trainees when access to high-end surgical simulators is not possible. The app has had over 65,000 downloads since it previewed on the Samsung Gear VR app store in May 2016.
Messaging App Viber is now available on all Windows 10 devices. Viber is a popular app but is a bit of a hog especially on Android phones and have found it SLOW on Windows Phone,Preferably I now use WhatsApp but still use Viber as a main messaging tool… Viber for Windows 10 beta was only announced last month and of course it is FREE. Like who would pay for it either way…….
Viber is the easy-to-use free app that lets you send messages and make HD-quality phone and video calls securely over WiFi and mobile networks from just about anywhere. Share photos, videos and voice messages, message groups of up to 200 people, and if you have second thoughts about a message you’ve sent, just delete it – even after it’s been delivered.
Features
Video calls on mobile: Now you can video-call anyone from your phone!
Quick reply: Your messages will pop up outside of the app so that you can reply quickly, without opening up the app, and get on with whatever you’re doing.
Cortana support: Simply ask Cortana with your voice to call or text someone for you.
Share to Viber: Share links, text, photos, videos or your location to Viber easily from within any Windows 10 app.
Access chats from Start menu: Start a new message or reply in recent chats right from the Start menu.
Organize stickers: Hide and change the display order of your stickers through the Sticker Market settings.
Localization: New language support for both Russian and Portuguese
Live Tile: The Live Tile in Windows 10 will show you your new messages
Like messages: You can now like messages in group chats
There has been rumours,now its official. The OnePlus 3 Gold variant is announced and release dates too. For users who have not opted in yet to buy the latest device from One Plus which is silver this colour might sway them. Either way it so far has been a great device to use given the few niggles here and there but for the price you simply cant go wrong. The price does appear to be the same and there is a notify me option on the store right now should you wish to consider purchasing this model..
In a short statement One Plus say
Today, we’re introducing a new color variant of the OnePlus 3 – Soft Gold. This isn’t your typical gaudy gold smartphone. We’ve toned the color down for a light, elegant look. With plenty of power, our expertly designed flagship doesn’t mess around.
We’re proud to announce that the limited OnePlus 3 Soft Gold will become available in the US at 12:00 PM US Eastern time, July 26, and on August 1st in other regions (Please refer to the table below for exact launch information). Don’t miss out on this exclusive new color variant, as the Soft Gold edition is available in limited quantities. Strike while the iron is hot!
OK so we now have a look at food via VR was only a matter of time but perhaps this is a little different and a insight on what goes on behind the scenes before we pick up our menu in the local restaurant or fast food chain. Recently enough it also has been a topic of discussion not only here in Ireland but in many countries around the world and the topic is focusing on how to produce more WITH LESS. Yes the less meat we eat the better for the environment and our carbon footprint….and our health apparently but I am no food expert so that can be argued amongst them..
About At The Fork VR..
Filmmaker and omnivore John Papola, together with his vegetarian wife Lisa, offer up a timely and refreshingly unbiased look at how farm animals are raised for our consumption. With unprecedented access to large-scale conventional farms, Papola asks the tough questions behind every hamburger, glass of milk and baby-back rib. What he discovers are not heartless industrialists, but America’s farmers — real people who, along with him, are grappling with the moral dimensions of farming animals for food.
Download At the Fork VR and experience a unique 360-degree tour of the farms and enclosures featured in the critically-acclaimed documentary film AT THE FORK.
Choose to tour the world of animal farming with filmmaker Lisa Versaci, or explore on your own and visit the farms and enclosures that chickens, pigs, and cows call home.
Tesco Mobile which is an MVNO have launched a new prepay plan which some might find quite useful and especially for those on a budget. However this plan is given a specific end date and for now does not look like a long term plan and the offer is over on the 31st Jan 17 which applies to new and current customers,From where im standing this seems like a promo rather than a fixed rate deal for any lengthy period because as we know its now near the end of July which gives this deal 6 months at the new rate..
The Offer is available to all new and existing Tesco Mobile Prepay customers who top up by a minimum of €15 in one go every 30 days from 20th July 2016 and will run until 31st January 2017.
Customers are eligible for the Offer so long as they remain a Tesco Mobile Prepay customer and continue to top up by a minimum of €15 every 30 days. For the avoidance of doubt, customers who leave Tesco Mobile will no longer be eligible for the Offer.
To avail of the Offer, customers must top up by a minimum of €15 in one go every 30 days. Excludes any promotional top up credit received in that 30 day period.
If you top up again before the end of the 30 day term, then a new 30 day term starts. If you fail to complete the minimum top up before the end of a 30 day term then you will lose the Offer benefits and will be charged the new standard rates for calls & texts. However topping up by a minimum of €15 in one go will again give you 30 days of benefits.
The Offer applies to all standard Republic of Ireland mobile and landline calls and data usage in Ireland. It excludes international calls, roaming and calls to directory enquiries, premium rate numbers or any non-standard number, downloads while roaming.
To be eligible for UNLIMITED CALLS PLUS 10GB DATA customers must purchase a €15 top up either in store, online or at any participating location nationwide and top up your account.
For the full press release and information with terms and conditions you can find all that HERE.
If you haven’t heard of a VPN yet, it stands for Virtual Private Network. These extremely handy tools have been rising in popularity during recent years due to their many benefits. Once resigned to the world of internal corporation networks, these easy-to-use apps are now used by the general public all over the world. You may of heard players in the market like Surfshark but here is some others to check out. Many are being turned on to the concept in Ireland, with the Irish Times putting out a whole article around VPN’s in 2015. Here are some of the benefits of using one:
The Benefits of Using a VPN A VPN is extremely helpful to those concerned about security. It encrypts your data and allows you to use any WiFi network without worrying about hackers being able to intercept your details. Due to this, they also help you avoid malware and spam being sent your way in the future. Perhaps the most common usage for a VPN is to bypass geo-blocking restrictions. Since all devices are subject to blocks via their IP address, these virtual networks allow you to hide your location in order to access restricted content. This is extremely useful for regional sites such as Netflix whose listings are dependent on country. It’s also great for sports fans, as you can access and watch games that aren’t usually accessible in Ireland.
So, now you’ve got a basic rundown of the software, here are some recommendations:
1. Buffered VPN
Buffered VPN is quickly becoming the best service on the market. It was just rated Secure Thoughts’ Best VPN of 2016. Offering a watertight service which provides a constant connection and never drops out, you can browse freely and securely without having to worry about running into glitches.
Another fantastic benefit of using this provider is that they offer a 30-day guarantee and a comprehensive customer support system. They will work hard to resolve any problems you have and will give you a refund without hesitation if it fails to meet your standards. What makes this VPN better than any of the others on offer at the moment? It’s compatible with almost every device and operating system you can think of. It also has a great feature that kills all your apps and web pages if the connection does drop out. This ensures none of you details are put at risk. Click here to get it now.
ExpressVPN
Another option is ExpressVPN. You get a high quality service at a competitive price (when you take value into account). This option also boasts unlimited bandwidth and two connections on one account. This means you can easily stream, download and browse without running into problems. It also provides great customer service and an easy-to-use interface, making it a great choice for beginners.
The only real drawback is that Express VPN doesn’t come with the additional security features that Buffered offers. That’s the main difference between the two. This means that if you’re solely using your VPN to bypass geo-blocking, this one is probably the best option for you. Click here to get it now.
CyberGhost
If you don’t want to pay for a Virtual Private Network, there are plenty of free options available. That being said, these services have a significant amount of drawbacks. They often provide a questionable service and offer no customer support if things go wrong.
If you’re not planning on regular use, however, using a free one is still a great way to cut costs. Cyberghost is by far the best free VPN on the market. It ensures the same bandwidth as its paid competitors, although the speed might be somewhat affected. It also has a user-friendly interface. This product also has the added benefit of not logging your activity, which gives you an extra layer of privacy for users wanting to browse anonymously.
Consider This
If none of these VPNs seem right for you and you’re planning to do you own research, there are a few key elements to consider. First of all, the way a VPN works is to replace your IP address with that of the VPN server. Because of this, it’s important to ensure the service you choose will provide you with the IP address that you want. Check to see what countries a company has servers in.
Similarly, you need to establish your main reasons for use. If security is your priority, opting for a server with good reliability is essential. If you’re mainly going to be using it to stream Netflix, however, then bandwidth should be the main feature you look at. If you’re concerned about snooping, then I highly recommend ringing up some customer service departments and establishing how they handle user data. A VPN is an undeniably handy piece of software. There are countless options available. If you’ve had experiences with any of products mentioned or have your own suggestions to add, please leave a comment below to tell us what you think. About the Author: Isa is an entertainment and technology blogger for Culture Coverage. She loves that technology has transformed the way we enjoy media. She also looks forward to the latest gadget and product releases.
Mozo have as you now know expanded their range of cover for mobile phones,see the related articles section below for the most recent cases we have reviewed.
The Candy collection is not like our previous cases which have been hard backed or having a wooden finish these are gel cases which for me serve a better purpose and protect your device better but that is just my opinion..
The cases are bright and colourful and can be also cleaned easily should dirt become an issue.. The cases certainly do brighten things up here and they also look nice but it is safe to say they are aimed at the female audience..
iPhone Candy Beans Case
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Soft to touch and flexible they are installed in a second and fit quite snug on your device leaving the ports exposed for easy access yet maintaining comfort,they also add some extra grip onto the device which is also welcome,On the back of the cases we can see the Mozo branding which will be also welcome for brand fans..
iPhone Candy Stripes Case
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There was no issue here using the device and everything worked as you would expect it too, Not my kind of design or colours given they are nice I really think these suit the female audience and they do look catchy indeed. Price at €19.90 this is the average you will pay for a case these days especially in Ireland and they look better than what is on offer and perhaps for those who like something a bit different than the bog standard norm…
The iPhone Candy Dots Case
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Case highlights…
Colorful, cheerful, feels like summer
Quality design and attention to detail
Premium finishing with outstandinglook
TPU case, protects your device from bumps and scratches
We have had quite a few Jabra wireless headsets and headphones here and I am pleased to say they all have served me well and still do actually,given I have one or two boxed away for storage purposes I often find myself going back to an old pair depending on my needs and so on.
The latest wireless headphones are called the Jabra Halo Smart and smart indeed they are,Not only that they are lightweight and come with some really nice features and they are robust and can handle a good few drops,lets be honest we all drop our headphones from time to time…
Presentation of the Jabra Halo Smart was also good,presented in a nice yellow box,with catchy writing inside we are presented with the headset in another box again also well presented and typical from Jabra.
The packaging
1 / 7
The headphones are light,overall it is a small package and the design well thought out with a nice headband which sits around your neck only to find after a few minutes you think you have lost them,they are that light and that comfortable.With all the tech built into the headband it gives way to leaving the rest of the headset streamlined and snug with a small cable either side not long and tangle free for the user with small ear buds. In-ears are not for everyone it must be said but this time around and from a previous pair I had called the Jabra Sport Pace they actually seem to have nailed the comfort element and for me they did not fall out like other manufacturers offer,perhaps maybe its my ears but typically with many I have tried they would not last 5 minutes in ear which is why I prefer the overear type headphones which offers a different experience anyway but having said that they stay in and that is important for me..
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headband top viewHeadband inside view
Headband inside view
Controls
Speaker and voice activation
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Full extended cables
2 / 10
Connecting to your mobile phone is simple as always with Jabra products,the wait is not too long to pair up unlike some devices,Some devices to take a while to connect which I have tried in the past and once connected all is good to go,After disconnecting from your mobile re-connection is again swift with no issues,If only everything worked in tandem like this, A fine example would be my car it can take up to 30 seconds to connect most morning with my phone which is annoying.
Indicators
Again with Jabra there is nice clear audio alerts when a connection is made and again when lost, When the device is connected you will see a blue light flash too just in case you have not the headset on you and want to watch the old-fashioned way and when disconnecting there is a single red flash…With that whilst charging you will see the red LED constantly on and when lying idle you will see a continuous flashing yellow light this will let you know you have left the headset on and is a nice reminder to switch them off..
Controls
The controls are small but this is commonplace for almost any headset but like any other you do get custom to their whereabouts rather quick you may give an accidental press here and there and yes it is annoying but this goes for anything similar so dont say there is genius button locators out there when there is not its trial and error then you naturally become custom,the buttons have good feedback and when press hard enough,not too hard you can feel the shape,there is only three so its not really an issue.. The mic is also placed in a clever spot if the headphones are not in use and you get a call for example you just plug them in and the call answers,Also the voice assistance feature is excellent and when pressed you can user your digital assistant depending on the platform you are using.
Durable and light
The headset is durable with the daily usage pulling them apart they seem robust,this is after a weeks usage some have not lasted even two days but this can be down to quality control or the user being a bit rough but overall they seem quite solid and with the cables being only a short length they should not get tangled,they sit nicely on your chest and again like the headset itself you will not notice they are there… The earbuds seems robust too and are comfortable as mentioned before this is one issue I find with buds of this nature,how they fit and how long they last in ear.These passed both..
Overall conclusion they are comfortable.light easy to use, battery life is excellent,great sound quality and durable.
Another Mozo review to check out this time round its for the iPhone 6 Plus and the black walnut finished case from the Mozo Timeless collection,Keeping with the tradition this case is similar to the iPhone 6 case we checked out recently
This case again is fantastic looking an really gives the iPhone 6 plus a better look than having it naked,the finish on the back is also excellent and is made from natural wood and to the touch it really feels great and looks fantastic..
Without adding any bulk to your device you will feel real comfortable holding your device and there is also additional grip on the back of the case which is welcome and also around the edges,With a lip around the entire front of the screen you can safely place your device face down,although with this device it does look much better this way as opposed to face up you will see why once you install one of these cases.
Keys and ports
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Access to the keys and ports too where no issue at all providing easy key-presses and again easy access for the ports,The speaker too also has ample space provided not muffling sound. With the cuts outs on the sides and back complementing the cut out around the camera area this really looks nice all round and giving the iPhone 6 Plus a fresh look with nice lines all round and not only that you will loose that COLD FEEL effect on picking up your device and it feels very premium indeed….
Mozo have been known for giving us nice cases for the Lumia 650 and better than the manufacturer has provided and its great to see them branch out and offer consumers something different and unique with top quality to boot,We do hope they expand even more and see more of their lines expand as they really have got something to offer with quality and looks..
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Camera area
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Features
Designed to be your life-style statement.
The Mozo timeless collection has a new member – back cover case for your iphone 6s handset!
This cover, made of natural wood, has every feature that nordic style can offer: pure feeling, warm touch and high-quality look.
Fitted design with smooth finish. Wood touch gives a comfortable grip to hold on.
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