Month: March 2018

Jabra redefines wearable tech with launch of Jabra Speaker Sneaker. #Jabra #Tech #wearable

Jabra, the leading headset and sound specialist, today announced the launch of the Jabra Speaker SneakerTM, the world’s first stereo speakers included in footwear with voice assist. The detachable speakers ensure great sound and best of class battery life, allowing you to enjoy music all day long, wherever your feet take you.

Read their press release…

With the introduction of the ‘push & pop’ Speaker Sneakers, Jabra gives true meaning to the phrase ‘wearable tech.’ The speakers are engineered with the design of the successful and powerful Jabra conference speakers in mind and located on both outer sides of the sneaker. By pushing firmly in the center of the speakers, they become detached from the shoe and can be situated within a 10 meter radius from each other to ensure stereo sound – with wireless Bluetooth pairing.

The speakers combine a lightweight design for comfort with up to 15 hours of battery life. By placing the sneakers with the speakers attached on the Speaker Sneaker Foot Mat wireless surface charger, an additional 10 hours of music time can be added. This wireless surface charger can also be used as a comfortable blanket to sit on at the same time, for when you are enjoying a picnic in the park, at the beach or simply sunbathing in the garden.

Jabra Speaker Sneakers enable Wi-Fi or Bluetooth audio streaming, allowing you to play music from a smartphone or tablet – or from your home web connection. For those who are using voice commands, the new product provides voice support for all major voice assistants – making it super easy to not only find out how much longer you can enjoy the sunshine in the park, but directions on how to get there as well!

The music experience can be personalised using a music equaliser accessed from the Jabra app. Furthermore, the new dance assist feature with integrated accelerometer in the shoes can be activated, sending out tiny vibrations to the left or right foot, based on the beats of the music played. When the sneakers are worn, volume can be regulated by tapping the left foot. The Jabra Speaker Sneakers come with a IP56 water and dust certification and are also shock proof, meaning you can use them whenever and wherever you want.

Claus Fonnesbech, Head of Earned Media at Jabra commented: “Our Speaker Sneaker introduces a new sound experience for music lovers and ensures the best wearable experience on the market. Designed to go anywhere, it is – literally – the speaker that’s made to move, bringing wearable tech to the next level and showing our commitment to innovation. Turn your sneakers into a powerful jukebox and enjoy a musical summer whilst making a true fashion statement at the same time…. just don’t make a fool of yourself.”

Features & specifications:

  • Speaker made for music, voice and media
  • Hi-Fi grade audio quality
  • Up to 15 hours of battery life
  • Wireless charging with unique Foot Mat
  • Push & pop speakers for stereo sound on-the-go
  • Smart interaction with voice assistance
  • Dance assist and music personalisation via the Jabra app
  • IP56 water and dust certification, shock proof

Pricing and availability: Jabra Sneaker Speaker & Foot Mat – available at selected retailers only on April 1st 2018, MSRP £159.99 For more information, please visit https://www.jabra.com/jabra-sneakers.

Unboxing – The Edifier W830BT wireless headphones #tech #headphones #edifier

We have been reviewing Edifier prodcuts some time now and they have stood the test of time with quality and looks and serve us well still to this dayy have, Today they have kindly sent us over some Bluetooth headphones with NFC to check out and they look really nice indeed and we look forward to testing these cans out. As always we will unbox first and check them out and if you have any quetions feel free to as here or on social media about these,we will leave a link and breif description below about them..

  • DRIVER UNIT:40mm
  • BLUETOOTH VERSION:Bluetooth V4.1
  • SUPPORTED PROFILES:⩾HFP,HSP,A2DP,AVRCP
  • FREQUENCY RESPONSE:20 -20,000 Hz
  • SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (SPL):96dB
  • NOMINAL IMPEDANCE24Ohm
  • WEIGHT:0.274kg

SEE MORE HERE 

 

 

MAGIX releases its first #virtualreality software – Photostory Premium VR creates extraordinary virtual worlds

MAGIX Software announces Photostory Premium VR, its first virtual reality software. Now impressive virtual worlds can be created in just a few steps with conventional photos and videos, and no additional hardware is required.

 The release of Photostory Premium VR complements MAGIX’s successful Photostory product family with a new, innovative way of editing photos and videos. The program includes an extensive set of VR functions, the full functionality of Photostory Deluxe and numerous additional effects.

Photostory Premium VR offers users various options to create interactive VR presentations. 360° photos and videos can be assembled to form professional virtual tours. Additional content such as regular photos and videos or texts can be added and edited with just a few clicks. The software also makes it possible to achieve real surround sound by adding audio files. Users who do not have an extensive collection of 360° or 3D content can also display their conventional photos and videos in one of the 3D worlds provided by the program.

 

No additional hardware is required to run Photostory Premium VR and create impressive interactive VR presentations. Even an ordinary PC or laptop can realize the full potential of this incredible new VR software. It brings a technology, which is increasingly used at trade fairs and in the real estate industry, to a completely new audience of every-day users. Photostory Premium VR also supports advanced VR hardware and fully-featured VR content that can be extensively edited.

For sharing and playing finished VR experiences MAGIX provides the free app MAGIX VR-X Player. This allows viewing on a PC or laptop, with VR glasses or with a VR headset for smartphones.

MAGIX has also announced Photostory Premium VR 365 which is a subscription service that allows users to enjoy all of the professional features of Photostory Premium VR for a low monthly fee.

“Virtual reality is currently one of the most exciting technological developments of our age”, says Stefan Renz, Photostory Premium VR’s product owner. “We have  over 20 years of experience in developing photo and video editing software and are using this knowledge to help shape VR innovation. We truly believe that Photostory Premium VR will greatly expand the circle of users who can take part in this exciting new technology.”

 

MAGIX has already been working on VR projects with Intel (Alloy) and Microsoft (HoloLens). In 2017 the company acquired Dresden software firm, simplitec GmbH in order to tap into the virtual reality market. The simplitec team is now fully focused on VR development under the MAGIX management.

Depending on their requirements VR newcomers and professional producers of VR content can choose between different versions of Photostory Premium VR:

 

  • Photostory Premium VR £109.99  
  • Photostory Premium VR 365 from £7.49 per month

 

  • VR-X Player free of charge

For more information:

https://www.magix.com/gb/photo-graphic/photostory-premium-vr/

Rehegoo to launch new streaming service, Rehegoo Streaming, in April. #streaming #music

Rehegoo will be launching its brand new streaming service, Rehegoo Streaming, in April 2018. The new streaming service is dedicated to playing music, royalty free, to colour the background in retail shops, hotels, spa, restaurants etc.

 

Rehegoo are always looking for the next ‘New Sound’, just as much as we want to spread that new sound. If you are a business looking to find the perfect music for your specific atmosphere, then we are here for you. The service is perfect for all, from cafés to canapés, filling out the ambiance of your passion project.
Rehegoo was founded in 2014 by Italian entrepreneur, Marco Rinaldo. He has always had a great passion for composing and producing music, a passion we pump into all of our projects. Rehegoo boasts 2.5 million albums sold worldwide, over 3 billion annual plays on streaming networks, and our artists regularly occupy the top 100 of their Genres.
Short answer: We know our music.

Get 25% off new earphones and headphones with Urbanista this Easter. #tech #Urbanista

Fancy some new cans or earphones, Urbanista are now offering customers a tidy discount for the Easter period, We have an extensive range of prodcuts reviewed from Urbanista which you can find HERE

 

The offer is valid until Tuesday 3rd April 2018 and you will need to enter the code URBANEASTER at the checkout. Urbanista also offer FREE SHIPPING worldwide,Stay tuned for more reviews coming soon from the great prodcuts Urbanista have to offer.

Head over to their website HERE 

 

 

FBD insurance offer €50 discount for dashcam users #dashcams #motoring #insurance

I have gone on long enough about vehicles not having dashcams as standard but it does not seem to be happening just yet, With the majority of the insurance industry here fleecing us left right and centre many motorists now have turned to using dashcams to protect themselves from fraudulent claims and indeed evidence which can’t be denied should it be used.

Dashcams can help you and others when it comes to accidents and more and all vehicles should have them fitted as a standard be it just a front facing one rear facing or better again both, all motorists should consider investing in dashcams because one day it will reward you and could save you a chunk of money.

FBD are now offering an incentive to dashcam users which is good and other companies should start doing the same perhaps in time they probably will. This is a welcome move and if you do not own a dashcam now go get one and if you are with FBD this is good news, As a long time user of dashcams and having tested multiple units they have proven very beneficial to me and you could also capture more than accidents on them. Search Dashcam in our search box for reviews.

WHY USE A DASHCAM?

  • Make our roads safer
    We all play a part in road safety. As witness to our driving behaviour, dashcams encourage us to avoid taking risks. Responsible drivers are better drivers.
  • Show when you’re not at fault
    In the event of a dispute, video evidence could be the difference in you keeping your insurance premium down by protecting your No Claim Discount or reclaiming your excess.
  • Help settle your claim
    Dashcams capture unexpected road events and some even record when a car is unattended. This can help with claims investigation, saving you time and hassle.
  • Fight insurance fraud
    Don’t be a victim of “crash-for-cash” scams or dangerous driving. Help tackle fraud head-on and lower insurance costs for safer drivers.

Check out the deal below. Hattip Liam Burke

FBD Dashcam discount

Terms and conditions pdf

 

 

First look and unboxing. The Jabra Elite 65t. #Jabra #Tech #earbuds #Elite65t

The Jabra Elite 65t have just dropped in and these look really nice and we will be checking them out over the next few weeks. Today we unbox them,take a look at these new earbuds and the package contents, Over the next week or two if you have any questions feel free to ask below or on social media.

Engineered for the best true wireless voice and music experience. The Elite 65t is a third generation true wireless earbud aimed at those who want the best voice and music experience without wires. It is engineered to ensure a stable wireless connection and best call and voice quality. The 65t includes one-touch access to Siri, and Google Now, new integration for Amazon Alexa on-the-go and has up to 15 hours of battery life (with cradle). Read more HERE

 

Sophos – Facebook data – the dangers of social media T&C’s #SocialMedia

With it emerging just how much data Facebook has on you, and how it can be exploited, people are starting to consider whether they should have been aware of the privacy implications from the start.

Although there are questions being raised about Facebook’s data practices, there are certainly ways in which users can be more careful with the information they share. Paul Ducklin, Senior Technologist at Sophos, has looked into the issue, and commented on the dangers of social media T&C’s

Paul Ducklin, Senior Technologist at Sophos, comments on the dangers of social media T&Cs….

  1. What are the dangers of not reading the T&C’s when signing up to things like Facebook?
  2. It’s not enough just to read the T&Cs when joining – you need consider the implications of all the security and sharing settings for any social media site long after you’ve signed up. After all, new features and settings might be added, which you’ll need to consider; and anyway you might change your own attitudes to privacy over time.

Just as importantly, you need to keep track of what powers you’ve granted along the way to any plugins, extensions or apps you’ve added to your account, especially apps that can post new content or communicate with your friends in your name. If your account ends up being used by crooks to attack other people, that makes you part of the cybercrime problem, as well as being  a victim of it.

Paul Ducklin – Sophos
  1. What are normally the most privacy-infringing parts of these contracts? e.g. photographs, data on where you live etc.
  2. There’s no universal answer to “what settings put your privacy most at risk,” because different people are willing to share different parts of their lives.

Just remember that by giving away one  tiny piece of information at a time – a holiday destination here, your home address there, your birthday somewhere else – you may be leaving behind a social engineering goldmine for crooks who want to pose as you in the future.

However, if there’s one data-sharing setting I’d suggest to review first, it’s your location. Do you really need to tell anyone who wants to know where you are at every moment? Does everyone need to know every twist and turn of every training run, every bike ride, every car journey you make?

  1. How can people be more careful with their data online in the future?
  2. Stop. Think. And only then connect. Remember: if in doubt, DON’T GIVE IT OUT!

 

PlayStation Now is Available in Ireland. #Playstation #PSNow #Gaming #Streaming

PlayStation Now – a game streaming subscription service is now available in Ireland. With a monthly subscription, available for €14.99, gamers will now be able to track back through a catalogue of more than 500 of their favourite PS3 & PS4 games. PS Now is also compatible for Windows PC users. This will be much welcome news.

Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe (SIEE) today is launching PlayStation™Now (PS Now) game streaming subscription service in Ireland.

With one subscription, players on PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and Windows PC can enjoy more than 500 PlayStation®3 (PS3™) and PS4 games. Windows PC users can play using their DS4 andother compatible controllers.

Games are regularly added and include PlayStation exclusives such as The Last of Us, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception, and Killzone Shadow Fall; blockbuster hits like Red Dead Redemption, Batman: Arkham City, and WWE 2K16; and family friendly titles including LEGO® Movie Videogame, LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 1-4, and Tearaway Unfolded.

For a full list of games available on PS Now, please click here.

PS Now enables players to stream games without game downloads, installs, or patches as well as save game progress in the PS Now cloud save storage so that they can seamlessly resume their progress on a PS4 or Windows PC. A subscription also enables players to unlock both PS3 and PS4 trophies, send and receive online multiplayer invites[i], and share gameplay status updates with their friends list.

PS Now offers a seven day free trial. The monthly subscription is available for €14.99.

In addition to Switzerland, Austria and Ireland, PS Now is also available in the U.S., Canada, Japan, U.K., Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg.

For more information on PS Now, please click here.