Month: May 2020

CLCKR Launches Rainbow Design in Aid of NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal. #NHS #CLCKR

CLCKR, the mobile phone accessory company, announced today that it has launched a new limited-edition Rainbow CLCKR phone stand and grip. Designed as a ‘thank you’ to frontline workers during the coronavirus crisis, the Rainbow CLCKR features the rainbow – a universal symbol of hope and peace that, along with the #clapforourcarers movement, illustrates our communities’ support for all kinds of care workers during this time. All UK profits from the sale of the Rainbow CLCKR will be donated in aid of the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal.

The Rainbow CLCKR is available to pre-order from today via https://www.clckr.com/uk/universal-stand-rainbow.

The Rainbow CLCKR

The Rainbow CLCKR phone stand and grip is compatible with any mobile handset and enables multiple viewing positions for people who love to consume or create content and stay in touch – whether at home or on-the-go. CLCKR’s grip provides a firmer hold and safer use of your device. As with all CLCKR products, this item is designed with style, functionality and enjoyment firmly in mind.

CLCKR is an invaluable accessory for productivity, connectivity and creativity – especially handy while we’re in lockdown. Use it to:

  • Position your phone in portrait or landscape mode to video call with friends or family
  • Hold your phone comfortably and take brilliant selfies
  • Utilise the secure grip to make calls or use your phone on-the-go
  • Stand your phone up and use it as a second screen while working
  • Binge-watch your favourite films or TV shows hands-free

The Rainbow CLCKR is a limited-edition version of the Universal CLCKR, a patented, multi-functional stand and grip which is slimmer than any other product on the market, fits onto any device, and is easy to apply using 3M™ adhesive that does not leave residue. Its rainbow design is a sign of gratitude to care workers, with the rainbow now a recognised symbol of support for those fulfilling care or key roles during the COVID-19 crisis, as well as its traditional associations with hope and peace. The limited-edition rainbow design makes this CLCKR the perfect way to show your support through purchasing a product that will be used every time you pick up or look at your phone, long after the current crisis has passed.

Phil Mulholland, Chief Marketing Officer & Managing Director, CLCKR, commented:

“Like everyone else, we’ve been moved by the important work carried out by frontline workers during this time to keep us safe. The show of support for them at our doorsteps, on our balconies and out of windows has been a highlight of our weeks in lockdown. At CLCKR, we wanted to do our bit to help and we look forward to contributing all UK profits from online sales of the Rainbow CLCKR to the COVID-19 fundraising appeal by NHS Charities Together.”     

The Rainbow CLCKR stand and grip is available to pre-order now, priced at £12.99, with all UK profits going to the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal.

 NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal

For more information about the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal, visit the fundraising website here, or follow the relevant social media accounts: Twitter @NHSCharities / Facebook NHS Charities Together / Instagram NHS Charities Together / LinkedIn NHS Charities Together.

Review – The Jabra Elite Active 75t. #Jabra #EliteActive75t #Tech

The Jabra Elite Active 75t are the latest on offer from the company yet you might ask why as they look identical and are near identical to the recently launched 75t but there is a few differences to take note and these are geared towards the fitness folk more so but you can use them if not,there is a new change to the coating on the exterior which is for the better regardless. If you own the 65t they are smaller and if you own the 75t you might want to move on but your personal preferences or lifestyle might swing a purchase..

The new buds have an IP57 rating which is ideal for the sports folk whilst the 75t only came with an IP55 rating this is the biggest change here,everything else pretty much remains the same after that including the battery life, I usually test these over a few weeks to get a better understanding and consistency level on battery for a more accurate real time answer and they hold up pretty well with the 7.5 hours on a single charge, I was getting around 7 with max volume in most instances. Also not forgetting fast charge which gives you up to 6o mins with a 15 min charge.

Fit is great as expected and with the new coating slightly better grip and more stable in the ears the passive noise cancellation  is great and you must download the sound plus app which I have constantly mentioned in my review this is one of if not the best app in the business and it offers you more personalisation with your earbuds to give you the best audio experience you can have.

Rather that go on about the sound experience these are the best in the game for the price and have covered this in the 75t review, for the money these offer the best sound for the price you pay given I have tested most of the true wireless earbuds out there I know my sound and my ears dont lie, given everyone’s ears are different though it might be an arguable claim but from testing earbuds in the capacity I do I know when sound is good and when sound is  not so good and these offer it all.

You have all the features present in the 75t present again which leaves you phone free to activate commands from the buds themselves, some might find the buttons sensitive but once you get use to using them you will overcome this and these again do not hurt your ears on pressing which some earbuds can do, you might at the start hit a command taking them in or out but you overcome this too with thumb memory and these also have auto play and pause detection too which is great.

One thing to note is you cant use these individually whilst the other is charging being the right. Again it is common and not a huge dealbreaker for me this is a minor issue quite common but you can actively use the other side as some like to use one earbud for certain things. Hear through again is present here for those on the go or jogging for an example which is an ideal feature for being aware of your surroundings.. Call quality again is top notch here with the technology Jabra use and is hard to beat all calls taken where great both ends inside and outside in my testing period..

With the 75t you can connect to more than one device at the same time so if like me and work with two devices all day this is a great feature to have so if you are on a phone/laptop or work with two phones they are the ideal kit and if you need to pair or move to another device you can do so very quickly.

Overall could I recommend these even if you have the 75t?? It is a yes/no argument depending on your lifestyle more so and with more of us taking up fitness I would swing to the yes side even if you have the 75t but it is up to you after that if you want more of the same great sound that you get from these like the 75t good bass, no lag latency good volume level and great sound overall in general beating most others out there it is your call after that..

BUY HERE

Review – The Edifier TWS1 True Wireless Minty Green #TrueWireless #Tech #Edifier

Recently Edifier launched a new range of colours to their TWS1 range which is great to see as it is something I felt they needed to do and they come in a pastel type colour of Navy, Minty Green and there is some improvements in the technology used here too, For the price these come in at you simply cant go wrong end of story and an easy to recommend purchase from me and the same Edifier sound signature remains here too.

Controls are all as before so nothing has changed there,the looks the same too the only other difference is in the audio and colours available, The sound is great as expected and loud with a good deep bass thrown in for good measure and from my testing on the usual platforms I was again impressed with how these deliver and better than before with no lag latency and no break up on connection around my house which does be an issue sometime here in the house due to materials used. These are also made from LG scratch proof material so you need not worry about colour fade here either so they will last and the white pair I have are still white and have not gone off colour either. Battery life is good and on par with the specs given which is something often over exaggerated and pairing is simple with no issues repairing the product and you get the extra IPX5 rating thrown in here.

Check out the video below for more and if you are looking for a very good pair of true wireless these are what you need to look at.

Main Features:

  • TrueWireless ™ Stereo Plus for easier pairing and better connectivity
  • Up to 32 hours of playback with Charging Case
  • IPX5 splash and sweatproof
  • Bluetooth v5.0 aptX for a strong connection with lower latency
  • Up to 10m (30ft) connection distance (with walls)
  • Low-profile, ergonomic in-ear design with touch controls
  • cVc noise reduction for crystal clear calling

BUY HERE for 32.99

Review – The Targus Cypress laptop sleeve with EcoSmart. #Targus #Laptops

Over the years I have done many laptop bags but never a laptop sleeve nor ever owned one until now. Laptop bags/sleeve are a must have for those who travel with them and they are also a must have even for the home. A simple form of protection that will keep your product safe and sound even whilst sitting around the house.

Just like a mobile phone case you simply put your device in and job done really but these are made with recycled materials which a route many manufacturers are taking these days and there is no compromise in the product itself either.

 

Made from recyclable materials on the inside and out. Using fabric woven from 5 recycled plastic water bottles, the 15.6” Cypress Sleeve with EcoSmart® is thoughtfully designed to protect your laptop while also protecting the environment. Slim and lightweight, this sleeve protects your laptop, while being wrapped up in sleek and sophisticated eco-conscious material.

The sleeve itself has a nice texture to it and feels robust and will last with two zippers that meet and nice padding on the inside, Overall this should last you years and is easy to maintain to, If you happen to own any of the range of laptop bags they will also fit into those too which gives you more security and protection, check out the video below for more and see the range on offer from Targus.

BUY HERE 

Dell unveils new XPS 15 and XPS 17. #Dell #XPS15 #XPS17

Dell has today unveiled the redesigned XPS 15 and introduced an all-new XPS 17 with larger screen sizes, beautiful new designs and the latest in technology innovation.

New XPS 17

After a near 10-year hiatus, the XPS 17 returns as the most powerful XPS laptop ever and also the smallest 17-inch laptop on the planet. The virtually borderless, 4 sided InfinityEdge display makes it smaller than 48% of 15-inch laptops available today, putting the XPS 17 into a class of its own.

Designed to be the most powerful XPS laptop ever made, the XPS 17 features the latest 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics with Max-Q design. Packing this much performance into a laptop of this size requires engineering ingenuity to keep the system performing smoothly. Under the hood, Dell has packed a unique thermal design for increased fan airflow4 to fuel demanding projects.

Redesigned XPS 15

With the latest 10th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti graphics with Max-Q design and up to 25-hour battery life6, consumers can easily stream their favourite shows, edits photos for Instagram, render 4K videos or create original sounds and textures on your DAW.

New Webcams & Surround Sound 3D Audio

Dell has developed its smallest ever HD webcam for the XPS which is discretely hidden at the top of the display, ready for video meet-ups and virtual get-togethers. Consumers can enjoy improved audio thanks to top-mounted mics with advanced echo cancellation and noise reduction technologies. The XPS 15 and 17 are the first-ever laptops7 featuring Waves Nx® 3D audio for speakers tuned by multi-Grammy Award® winning producer, Jack Joseph Puig.

XPS Sustainable Packaging

In line with its commitment to use 100% sustainable packaging by 2030, Dell has eliminated foam and single use plastic bags with the new XPS family. The XPS packaging box now contains recycled ocean-bound plastics, locally recycled plastic, sustainable materials and recycled corrugate.

For further information on Dell’s new XPS range, see the latest blog from Donnie Oliphant which can be access here.

Availability

  • XPS 15 will be available in Ireland on the 14th May with pricing to be announced.
  • XPS 17 will be available in Ireland and other European states this summer.

Google to roll out support links for business profiles. #Google #Business

As you we all very aware now, COVID-19 has had a huge impact on local businesses throughout Ireland and it has been a challenging time and there is a long road ahead yet.  To make it easier for businesses to keep customers fully informed during this time, Google has recently added a range of tools and features which allow them to add extra information to their Business Profiles

From today, Google will be rolling out support links for businesses which they can post directly to their Business Profiles on Google, allowing them to add such features as donation or gift card links to their profile. As part of this initiative, Google has partnered with PayPal and GoFundMe for donations, allowing merchants to link directly to the relevant page on their website or to their gift card offerings with one of Google’s eligible partners, which include Square, Toast, Clover and Vagaro.

Businesses will also be able to share personal messages in their posts to inform customers how their donations will be put to use.

As many businesses around the world currently require financial support, the initial launch of new features will begin with a subset of businesses to protect against misuse, with plans to expand to more countries, merchants, and partners in a safe and responsible way over the coming weeks.

The support links will be available to customers later this month. Google will not charge merchants or consumers any fees, however there may be partner processing fees associated with campaigns.

For more information on Google support links please visit https://support.google.com/business/answer/9872059

Nokia drop the Nokia 125 and Nokia 150. #Nokia125 #Nokia150

Nokia today dropped two new devices which are new feature phones called the Nokia 125 and Nokia 150 which ads to their line up.

Both devices have been designed for ultimate ease of use. Nokia 125 and Nokia 150 both feature an all-new longer design, creating more space for bigger buttons so that navigation, dialling and texting is easier than ever before. With a battery that lasts for weeks on a single charge¹, fans can play classic games like Snake, or use the wireless FM radio to stay entertained on either one of these devices. For those looking for multimedia features at a low additional cost, the refined Nokia 150 has all the everyday essentials you need with additions including an MP3 player², and a camera² with flash to capture the moments that matter.

Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global, said:

“As an industry leader in feature phones, we are constantly on a mission to improve usability and we are excited to announce two new phones that do just that today. Feature phones remain a popular choice for consumers and businesses alike and we know that ergonomic design is important to our customers. So we’ve developed a brand-new form factor for the category, with a design that maximises usability. At the same time, we’re bringing large 2.4” screens to the most affordable price points yet. Both phones offer a simple, yet extremely reliable experience – with the Nokia 150 packing multimedia features and a battery that lets you talk all day and night, while the stand-by time lasts for weeks.”

Nokia 125

The Nokia 125 allows us to deliver our most affordable large 2.4” screen to date, providing a great viewing experience at an amazing price point. It comes with a truly ergonomic design with bigger buttons making the user experience easy. Keep your eye on that high score playing classic Snake and other great try-and-buy games and listen to music at your leisure with its wireless FM radio. Plus, with a durable finish, this is a phone that’s fit for everyday life.

Never miss a moment and chat with friends and family from sunrise to sunset, thanks to the Nokia 125’s long-lasting battery. There’s also enough storage to save up to 2,000 contacts and up to 500 SMS messages on the phone, so you can have all your friends just a text or a call away.

Nokia 150

The Nokia 150 brings extra additions, allowing you to enjoy your tracks using the MP3 player with up to 32GB of expandable storage². Capture every moment with the VGA camera² and flash and share your pictures with your friends using Bluetooth³.

The Nokia 150 lets you play the classic game of Snake and others you can try and buy. Like the Nokia 125, this feature phone supports FM radio play without a headset. In addition, this phone makes dialling and texting simple to navigate with the 2.4” screen and large ergonomic keys. With an exterior made from high-quality, durable polycarbonate, the Nokia 150 can handle the knocks of everyday life. Coming with a battery life that lets you talk all day and night, and lasts on standby for weeks, it truly is a phone you can rely on.

Pricing and availability

  • Check local availability. The Nokia 150 comes in Red, Cyan and Black, and will be available in select markets for a global average retail price of 29 USD.
  • Check local availability. The Nokia 125 comes in Charcoal Black and Powder White, and will be available in select markets for a global average retail price of 24 USD.

Edifier Announces TWS6 Now Available in the UK. #TrueWireless #Edifier

Edifier® International, prominent designers and award-winning manufacturers of consumer audio electronics, announce the availability of the new TWS6 in the UK. The TWS6 won an iF Design Award 2020 for consumer electronics by the Hanover-based iF International Forum Design GmbH. 

 

The Edifier TWS6 Earbuds feature outstanding sound quality in a compact, ergonomic 12mm design. With built-in balanced armature drivers from leading manufacturer Knowles, paired with an electroacoustic structure, vivid, high resolution sound is delivered with exceptional clarity, enriching every detail of the sound. 

With clear Voice capture (cVc) noise cancellation technology, sound clarity is improved, producing an immersive listening experience and excellent call quality. Thanks to Bluetooth 5.0, Qualcomm aptX audio and the Laser Direct Structuring antenna, the TWS6 offers fast transmission with ultra-low latency and a range of up to 10m (33ft). The touch controls also offer easy playback. 

 

The IPX5 water resistance will protect the earbuds against sweat or rain, making these the perfect partner for a gym workout. The interchangeable earplugs come in three different designs – foam, silica and ear wings – for maximum comfort. Varying sizes of each provide the user with an excellent and stable fit for prolonged and secure wear. 

 

The TWS6 provides up to eight hours of playback in a single charge, and the efficiently designed, 22mm charging case is easily portable. The case allows for three extra charges, totalling 32 hours of use between mains charging. 

 

 

Edifier does not sacrifice aesthetics for sound quality.  The TWS6 earbuds have been created with the LG scratch-resistant finish, ensuring your earbuds stay in top condition. Along with being durable, this finish is also environmentally friendly, avoiding the need for paint, electroplating and post-production surface treatments. With the seamless and sleek design of the earbuds and charging case, comfort, style and great technology are at the user’s disposal. 

 

Main Features:

 

  • Built-in Knowles balanced armature drivers feature, reacting to weak signals, enriching each sound and producing exceptional sound quality. 98dB sensitivity.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 with Qualcomm aptX audio and Laser Direct Structuring antenna offering fast transmission and ultra-low latency. 
  • Up to 32 Hours of Playback; with one charge providing eight hours of battery life and the slimline, wireless case providing three additional charges. USB Type-C charging also available. 
  • IPX5 water, sweat and dust resistance, perfect for intense workouts and sport activity. 
  • Lightweight, ergonomic design including a variety of earplugs and wings to ensure a comfortable fit. 

 

Price & Availability: The Edifier TWS6 is available at £89.99 from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edifier-TWS6-True-Wireless-Earbuds-black/dp/B07ZVNGN4Y

Urbanista and @hmunitedkingdom announce collaboration. #UrbanistaLife

Urbanista, a leading developer and manufacturer of lifestyle audio products, has teamed up with H&M HOME to present a limited-edition, wireless Bluetooth speaker – perfect to enjoy music indoors or outdoors! The speaker’s design is inspired by H&M HOME’s summer collection with classic blue and white stripes – the fresh and timeless colourway for the summer season. Bring the music wherever you are – in an easy, stylish way.

Music Never Goes out of Fashion

The Sydney speaker from audio specialists Urbanista is the ultimate portable speaker: petite and lightweight with a clean silhouette and sleek design that delivers big on sound. Born out of a passion for colour, form and a mobile lifestyle, Urbanista’s designs, including Sydney, are rooted in the Scandinavian tradition and are designed for life in motion.

H&M HOME presents the Urbanista speaker that will be available at https://www.urbanista.com/uk/sydney-hmhome from 11th May 2020, for a limited time only. Offering sleek design at an accessible price, the H&M HOME and Urbanista speaker will retail at the pocket-friendly price of £34.90.

“It’s been great working with H&M HOME for this exciting release: an inspirational fusion of music and interior design. We hope that this special edition speaker will be appreciated for its playfulness and true summer vibes”, says Nadine Schultz, Marketing Manager, Urbanista.

Camilla Henriksson, Head of Marketing and Communications at H&M HOME, comments: “We are very excited to collaborate with Urbanista this season. We love to bring our products outdoors during summer and now we can also bring out the music! The Urbanista speaker, with its neat design, matches perfectly with our summer collection.”

Urbanista’s Sydney speaker comes complete with Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, iOS and Android compatibility, and built-in microphone and speakerphone. Fitting in the palm of your hand, the Sydney is small but powerful, water-resistant and comes with up to 5 hours’ battery life. Want even more epic sound? It’s easy to pair two speakers together for a stereo sound experience.

ENDS

Price: £34.90