Month: September 2017

Nokia 8 London Launch. Image and Video coverage. #Bothie #HMDGlobal #Nokia8

Last night we attended a special UK Launch party for the all new Nokia 8 which features a first called #bothie mode, There was multiple units on display in several colours so it was nice to see a good range to get my personal choice in check for my unit. The event took place in London in a downstairs bar called BEAT London. Most if not all where impressed by the new flagship device which has almost the same footprint as the Nokia 6 and feels good to hold in hand and looks great and sporting good specs for its asking price you can also bag a FREE Nokia Steel with the likes of CPW and if you want to add nice straps you can do so HERE

You can pre-order it from Nokia.com, EE, Carphone Warehouse and Virgin. The Nokia 8 will be available to buy in the UK on 13th September 2017 from Carphone Warehouse, EE, Virgin, Amazon, John Lewis and a range of high street and online retailers. It comes in two colour options – Steel and Tempered Blue – starting at £499.

Check out the extensive image gallery below for more 

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Also at the event there was some really cool quests performing their arts and having head to head competitions and getting some great attention from the guests at the event in BEAT London. Unfortunatly  the night did have to come to a close but it was a great event and London is a great city with lots to offer. As for the Nokia 8 launch date in Ireland,well that has been kept tight lipped but we will know very soon and report back with that information. If you have any questions on the Nokia 8 feel free to gives us a shout on social or below in the comments. PS there is lots to come….. Sadly YouTube where their USUAL  selfs and took down some footage due to copyright claims. FAIL..  You can find more on my social feeds on the top right..

https://twitter.com/techbuzzireland/status/905512076491108352

#RiskIQ Identifies 450+ Sites Serving Malware #GameOfThrones. #Streaming

Following the recent announcement in the independent which refers to the amount of times that people have illegally streamed this seasons series of Game of Thrones, please see the article here.

RiskIQ comments – Last year research from RiskIQ, the leader in external threat management, identified over 450 pirate content sites serving Malware to people trying to download or stream illegal versions of Game of Thrones. This reinforces recent RiskIQ research showing that 6 in 10 consumers access pirated content and 75% of this pirated content is often used as the bait to serve malware. After today’s announcement that the most recent series of Game of Thrones was pirated over a billion times, this means there is the potential for a staggering 750 million people to have been exposed to sites serving malware and have openly exposed themselves to potential threats.

“While we’re increasingly hearing that pirate sites are to be avoided, our recent research into people’s behaviour shows that the message is being ignored by many”, commented Colin Verrall, VP EMEA at RiskIQ.  “Specific examples like this will hopefully make it more real for people and result in a change in behaviour. It’s not only your internet safety that you put at risk, but your employer’s as well if you use your personal devices to access corporate systems”.

Major new tech event announced for Dublin. #Tech #Dublin #404events

The line-up for 404, a major new Dublin tech event, has been revealed.  Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017.

The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community.

404 to feature Irish and international speakers, tech performers and installations, community user groups and 1,000 tech professionals

Pictured at the launch of 404 a major new tech event for Dublin were Vicky Twomey-Lee, Technical Content Curator, 404, Brian Ó hOisín, co-founder 404, Jackie Slattery, co- founder 404 and Owen Harris, VR artist Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017. The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community. Pic: Marc O’Sullivan

Programme highlights for 404 include:

 

  • Cello Fortress: a live game performance by cellist Joost Van Dongen;
  • Ruth John & { Live:JS }: Javasript DJ – a collective of audio and visual artists performing live experiences through Javascript;
  • DEEP by Owen Harris: an Irish-developed meditative VR game controlled by breathing;
  • Katharine Jarmul: a Pythonista who uses artificial intelligence to generate poetry;
  • Tech For Good’s Digital Missing Maps: an open-source project, whereby 404 attendees will help create satellite mapping for unmapped areas of the world;
  • Line Wobbler by Robin Baumgarten: an award-winning arduino-based game;
  • IBM Hackable City: a replica of Hadley’s Hope from ‘Aliens’;
  • Rachel Andrew: Google Developer Expert;
  • Melanie Rieback: privacy and security expert of RFID technology;
  • Thomas Shaw: build engineer at Demonware and co-founder of ShipItCon 2017;
  • VR Storytelling: via Samsung headsets; and
  • Lots of demos, including of the latest AR technology from Google, Tango.
 Pictured at the launch of 404 a major new tech event for Dublin were Owen Harris, VR artist, Vicky Twomey-Lee, Technical Content Curator, 404 and Jackie Slattery, co- founder 404 Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017. The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community. Pic: Marc O’Sullivan

Announcing details of the line-up for 404, Jackie Slattery, event co-founder, said: “This is an event by techies for techies – it’s not about big brands making a commercial pitch; it’s about celebrating Ireland’s tech community and showcasing all that’s new in tech – in Ireland and further afield.

“It’s the Ultimate Tech Meetup, where attendees can network with their peers and talk to over 40 meet-up organisers.

“For tech companies attending the event, 404 provides an opportunity to network with members of the tech community in Ireland.

“In developing the programme, we’ve done extensive research and crowd-sourced content directly from the tech community, so we’ve created something authentic, different and community-driven. The line-up is incredibly exciting, with speakers and performers that are new to the Irish tech event scene.

“At 404, you’ll get an opportunity to hear from leading Irish and international technology experts and to try out the latest AR/VR and gaming technologies. We’ll also have interactive tech performances and installations, a series of lightning talks and a great after-party, including a Javascript DJ, in the chapel of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.”

The one-day event is targeted at experienced tech professionals, and those wishing to attend must register their interest in advance at www.404.ie.  Further information on the line-up for the event is also available at www.404.ie.

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Will this new kickstarter from #NoPhone help cure smartphone addiction? #Phonecell

We have an issue these days with smartphone addiction and it is clearly getting worse and distratcting us from family and friends and even work, Everywhere we go people are on their phone,the bus,train,coffee shops and more and to make matters worse now food outlets are shoving tablets down out throats at meals for fuck sake..  Come on leave it out….

https://twitter.com/techbuzzireland/status/900985695946330112

OK one could argue it might keep the kids quite but in fairness its not only kids that go here and the one time we should be putting the phone down we are now seeing this and no doubt there will be advertsing built in…

Cast you mind back to Siempo phone which I said would fail.. And it failed so badly despite advice given to them by many but they still went ahead with it. A company who in fairness is trying to cure an issue something like this just would not work. NoPhone is another company who are aiming to fix this problem in a much more practical and cheaper manner albeit it looks stupid to be carrying around..

Well this company have come up with another idea which I think will fail because there is already practical options out there and even households now could have similar options at hand like security boxes and so on regardless that there is a timer on this package this is easy to circumvent so it will be only convenient for a small audience really given the already available alternatives out there but I could be wrong…

https://ksr-video.imgix.net/projects/3065345/video-809191-h264_high.mp4?_=1

I like this company because they are doing things on the cheap unlike that pile of shite siempo phone tried to pass off that had failure written all over it from its inception so I hope NoPhone do get backing and that it does help people out with their addiction but realistically speaking we can only help ourselves in the long run and any decent attempt to help us is welcome once its cost effective and realistic and given in this case there is plenty of similar ideas already looking at us every day.

If you think this can help you see their campaign HERE and check out the company itself HERE 

 

Review – The Garmin 65W Dashcam. #Garmin #dashcams #motoring

I have said it before and will say it again everyone should have a dashcam,In fact they should be a standard in every car and car manufacturers should be lining up dashcam makers to have theirs installed but no. However insurance costs here are rediculous and even recently the AA say the cost has come down, I would love to see where they got that form.

Anyway rant over I am going to talk about the Garmin 65W dashcam which is small and compact and offers lots of features and for its size I was impressed and its capabilities and its also a solid piece too which would withstand a few drops should you be moving from vehicle to vehicle which I would do..

First up check out the unboxing video below 

The build quality here is great to begin with and its a robust unit, On the front we have a small screen which is 2.0 inches which is the smallest screen we have tested but its clear and readable which is important and notifications are loud and visible,more on that later. On the righ side we have 4 circular buttons which are easy to navigate,even when not looking. On the display beside the sceen these buttons are indexed with power on/off/back which is the top one and then consecutively UP-DOWN and take shot with the bottom key,this autosaves to your SD card.

On the left we have just our power source which is via micro USB which is more current than some of the dashcams we have used which use the older version. On top we have our window mount which is manoverable via a ball joint,this is also removeable which is handy so it can be placed basically in any position that suits you best and in a simple manner. On the bottom you will find your mico sd slot,sd card slot,ours came with an 8GB card, and speaker.

On the front you will find the 180 degree lens and thats it so overall its a simple set up and simple to use piece of equipment which we will demo in the video below.

ALERTS.. These work well quite well infact and there is settings here to pick from to to either silence these alerts or trun them off altogehter, It would be best to leave these alerts on especailly with speed limits and detection points unless you know your travel diary well, See the images below about the type of alerts you get which are uselfull and could save you points on your licence.

 

Also note you will get alerts prior speed zones. You can also use the voice activation to take videos and photos which is excellent and saves you from distraction although you can use the bottom button as mentioned to save an image should you wish but you should get use to the idea of voice controls..

Video samples on the Garmin 65W Dashcam

Overall this is really a nice dashcam and for its size its got plenty on board to keep the driver in check and always that added safety or having videos backed up should an incident arise,these would be vital in case of an accident as you cant say the camera lies….

Key specs on board.

  • 180-degree field of view captures more of the environment, including cross traffic
  • High-quality 2.1 megapixel camera with 1080p video capture; works even in low-light conditions
  • Forward collision and lane departure warnings plus alerts for nearby red light cameras and speed cameras
  • Includes lifetime safety camera updates
  • GPS-enabled with automatic incident detection (G-sensor) saves video footage on impact to show when and where events happened
  • Voice command allows you to start/stop audio recording, take a still picture or start/stop the Travelapse video capture feature

BUY HERE 

We check out @FiremoleLTD EVERY HOUSE needs this. #Irish #StartUp #Tech #Firemole

Firemole is a new Irish product that could potentially save your life and every house should have at least one of these and for the tech fan like myself could do with a few when there is multiple devices running all day.

Over the last few years we have seen that there is more and more fires in homes and in almost all cases its due to faulty or shit third part chargers that can be bought anywhere and to save a few quid many people just buy these because they are in your face everywhere these days and cost buttons compared to OEM or proprietary charging equipment which mostly we can thank Apple for. These cheap chargers in my eyes are a no go in my house and will always remain that way but I have a few samples here of cheap crap and you can see even by the build quality and you can factor in the cost which in turn leaves you at risk of a hazard at some stage. In short DONT BUY CHEAP SHIT!!!

ON LAPTOP CHARGER
SECURITY CAMERA UNIT
SHIT PLUG VS ORIGINAL
FIREMOLE INERTS
FIREMOLE INERTS

 

Firemole is an innovative little gadget that attaches to your plug or charge pack and monitors the temperature and once it hits 54 degrees the alarm will sound which in turn you then get off your ass and plug out the nominated device or devices and check things out. The alarm is loud enough and can be heard even if in another room so its not an issue nor does it required a standalone app to run either which is quite good,perhaps round two from firemole could indeed have this for if you are not at home and have things left on….

UNBOXNG,WALKTHROUGH AND PUTTING FIREMOLE TO THE TEST 

 

Firemole is a simple unit with just a battery to power it which lasts around 18 months and easily replaceable with a battery similar to what you find in a car alarm fob and the batteries are widely available. There is a test button up top and a rest button it can get any simpler really and anyone can use it with ease,get set up and just leave it there to do its job. I have tried and tested one and it just works,it’s a simple gadget that could someday save your life and those around you. Thats all there is too it check out their campaign below and get this into your home today for peace of mind.

CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT FIREMOLE

About Firemole.

Firemole is a young company that is developing a range of innovative fire safety devices that can protect people and their property. There has been huge growth in the electronic and electrical markets over the last number of years, but there has not been the proportional growth in safety devices to protect people from faulty, ageing or counterfeit equipment.

Firemole monitors the electronic and electrical equipment that people use every day. We are using unique, stylish, patent-pending designs so that Firemole is a product that people want to use.

Firemole is focusing on fire prevention over fire detection and our R&D team is working closely with research centres to reduce the number of injuries and fires worldwide which are caused by faulty electrical and electronic equipment.

Firemole aims to begin trading in August 2017 in Ireland and the UK with the intention of having international distributors in place by 2018.

 

We check out a pressure washer for the home from #AndrewJames – #Unboxing.

Not the usual piece of equipment around here but the good folks over at Andrew James have sent this over for us to check out and share our thoughts on it,that we will do. We also have more in home tech coming over that makes our standard home a smart home with a new company we have sealed a deal with last week which we look forward to checking out but we will be keeping that under wraps for now. We are also testing out other home tech pieces right now which is from another well know worldwide brand which is again opinion and feedback based but we can talk about them again another day.

After all this is just a pressure washer for the home it does come in handy Personally I have never owned one and usually hit a car wash or just borrow one I love these and find more uses for them than you would think of, They can clean decking for example and pathways and so on and this you already know but I am a bit on the lazy side and clean the windows too…

Check out the image gallery specs and unboxing below and feel free to ask any questions about it in the interim should you have any.

  • Blast dirt from stone, wood, metal and more
  • Extra-long 6m hose and 5m power cable
  • Compact and portable
  • Turbo nozzle perfect for patios and decking
  • Use soap bottle for quick car washing
  • Brush attachment for scrubbing power
  • Angled nozzle reaches tricky places
  • 105 bar max pressure
  • 330L/hr pump with automatic start/stop
  • On-board accessory storage

SEE MORE AND BUY HERE 

 

UNBOXING 

 

Nokia Health Introduce new stylish wristbands for your Steel. #NokiaHealth #NokiaSteel

If you have not seen the Nokia Steel yet you need to,its slim sleek and stylish and when reviewing one a few months ago I did touch on the colour element which was plain and limited and I suggested more colours on the face, Well its not that but today Nokia Health announces new straps which is good and they look nice too and brighten things up… Also you now get a FREE wristband when you purchase the STEEL

Breathe new life into your style—and your Steel—with a fresh collection of wristbands, available in a variety of styles and bold colors. From classic leather bands for a high-end look, to bright silicone bands that add a pop of color to your workout look, there’s something for everyone.

They come in three types,Leather,Woven and Silcion starting at €24.95 heading north to €49.95

Easy to switch – Steel watches use a spring bar and knob system, which makes swapping out the wristband a snap. If you buy two or more you get free shipping.. See link below for options.

BUY HERE 

Thirty teenagers to pitch their STEM innovations at the Ultimate Pitch Event #STEM

Thirty teenagers will compete in Ultimate Pitch Event at the Science Gallery Dublin, tomorrow, Saturday, 2nd September 2017, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. The students, known as ‘Alphas’ are all members of the  Trinity Walton Club (TWC), a STEMenrichment programme for second level students.

– A page-turning music stand, stress relieving headphones and a sign language glove are among the innovations in the competition –

 – Winning team to be awarded a 3-D printed, revolving trophy –

The final six innovations being pitched tomorrow at the Ultimate Pitch Event are:

  • Happy Head: a wearable that monitors brain activity for stress levels;
  • Mental Health Now: an app to track and improve your mental health;
  • Tortue: a backpack designed to minimise back pain;
  • Double Treble: a page-turning music stand;
  • Vegnet: a social platform for recipe sharing;
  • Visiglove: a wearable glove that turns sign language to text and speech.
Thirty teenagers selected to pitch their STEM innovations at the Ultimate Pitch Event- A page-turning music stand, stress relieving headphones and a sign language glove are among the final innovations in the competition ÐThis weekend thirty teenagers were selected to pitch their STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) innovations ahead of the Ultimate Pitch Event, taking place at Science Gallery Dublin, this Saturday, 2nd September 2017. 

 

Each team has developed their innovation, pitch and presentation over the summer by using the lean canvas business development model through a series of summer workshops in partnership with Bank of Ireland’s innovation team, it is worth noting that many people try CBD oil for back pain with the long hours put in.

The judging panel for the Ultimate Pitch Event will be:

  • David Tighe, Head of Innovation, Bank of Ireland;
  • Dr Vivienne Patterson, Head of Skills, Engagement and Statistics, HEA; and
  • Elaine Burke, Managing Editor, Silicon Republic.

 Revolving trophy

The winning team will be awarded a 3-D printed, revolving trophy that was specially designed for the Ultimate Pitch Event by TWC educator, Patrick Lynch, a PhD student in the Trinity School of Engineering. The trophy consists of an outer cog with two inner rings which rotate. These rings represent the complementary and interdisciplinary aspects of STEM and entrepreneurship.

The Ultimate Pitch Event and summer workshops were organised by Trinity Walton Club and facilitated by Director of Trinity Walton Club, Dr. Arlene Gallagher; Project Architect, Sarah Tully; and Entrepreneur in Residence in Bank of Ireland, Gene Murphy. For further information about Trinity Walton Club: http://www.tcd.ie/waltonclub/index.php