Month: November 2020

Stay connected this Christmas with Nokia mobile phones. #Nokia #Christmas2020

Looking to gift your loved one a new phone this Christmas? Nokia has the whole family covered with their selection of trusty handsets at accessible price points. From feature phones that allow you to stay connected with family and friends, to smartphones that are packed with the latest technologies and next generation AI-powered photography to bring out the best of your creative side, there is something for everyone this Christmas from Nokia. Check out the deals below.

 

Elevate your creativity with Nokia’s first 5G – The Nokia 8.3 5G 

Effortlessly stylish, the Nokia 8.3 5G offers vivid colors and stunning clarity on the impressive edge-to-edge 6.81” screen. Featuring a powerful PureView quad-camera with ZEISS optics giving you immersive and stand-out movie-like shots with ZEISS Cinema effects and OZO audio, the Nokia 8.3 5G is the ideal smartphone for those who want to create powerful content. Designed to support multiple and evolving 5G networks, Nokia 8.3 5g is not only a global device but also a future-proof smartphone. 

Built with precision and crafted with care, this phone is rooted in pristine Nordic design, from its all-glass body to stunning colour, Polar Night, inspired by the Northern lights. The Nokia 8.3 5G in Polar Night with 6GB /64GB memory is available from Vodafone, Tesco and Harvey Norman priced from €399.99 prepay for 6/64 configuration 

 

Go big and beyond with Nokia 5.3

Ideal for students, the Nokia 5.3 will help you to stay focused with an impressive 6.55” screen and powerful Qualcomm® platform that is built for speed and easy access to Google Drive, Documents or to attend classes on Hangouts, Zoom or Microsoft Teams. Say goodbye to battery anxiety for good with a two-day battery life thanks to the 4000mAh2 battery and AI-assisted Adaptive Battery, saving energy for the apps that are used the most. 

The Nokia 5.3 is great for older school goers or students who already have an entry level smartphone and are looking to upgrade for a better experience. This modern and durable device is available from Three Ireland, Harvey Norman, Power City and Tesco Mobile and comes in either Cyan and Charcoal colour options with the 4GB/64GB RAM/ROM configuration priced from €129.

 

Maximise your streaming with the Nokia 3.4

The Nokia 3.4 offers a serious performance upgrade thanks to the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 460 Mobile Platform which gives the user more power to get the best out of their phone. Take creativity to the next level with a large 6.39” HD+ screen, a punch-hole front camera and a mighty triple rear camera with an ultra-wide lens and AI imaging. All of this is powered by the signature two-day battery life and wrapped up in a premium timeless design, inspired by Nordic nature, delivering style with durability that’s true to its Finnish roots.

The Nokia 3.4 comes in Charcoal with 3/32GB, memory and storage configurations starting at a retail price of €139. Available in Vodafone, Three and Harvey Norman. 

 

Brining powerful AI to the Nokia 2.4 next generation

The next generation Nokia 2.4 brings modern essentials to this device, with advanced AI imaging, a dedicated Night mode and Portrait Editor that will let them create curated content with custom shapes and blurred background. With a convenient fingerprint sensor and AI face unlock, the Nokia 2.4 offers effortless access and added security, in a durable design that’s not only built to look good but also to last. Watch, learn and create on the large 6.5” HD+ screen, and thanks to its two-day battery life, favourite apps and games can be enjoyed for longer. 

The Nokia 2.4 comes in Charcoal with 2/32GB and storage configurations starting at a retail price of €99. Available in Vodafone, Three, Harvey Norman and Carphone Warehouse

 

Nokia 1.3 for those buying their first smartphone

The Nokia 1.3 delivers modern technology at Nokia’s most accessible price point. The screen offers a bigger, brighter and bolder experience, allowing users to see it all as clear as day on the large 5.71” HD+ screen. The battery certainly won’t hold you back – so you can do more in a day with the Nokia 1.3’s battery that stays charged from sunup to sundown. 

The Nokia 1.3 is an entry level smartphone available for only €79, from Vodafone Ireland in cyan and charcoal colour options 

The classis flip phone with a modern twist – stay connected with the Nokia 2720  

The Nokia 2720 offers reliability, durability, and trust. The classic flip is simple and reliable and boasts a 28-day standby time from a single charge, meaning your phone could be left on standby for the whole month! It comes with easy-to-use essential apps such as WhatsApp, which comes preloaded to help users stay in touch with family and friends.

 

This classic flip phone is available from Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse, Three and Harvey Norman, from €79.

Check out the Nokia 800 tough video review and the new 5310 2020 edition video review

First look at the all new Jabra Elite 85t #Jabra #JabraElite85t #Tech

The all new Jabra elite 85t have dropped in and I cant wait to test these out, i am coming from the Elite Active 75t which are an excellent pair of True Wireless and one of the best pairs last year and in my top 5 True Wireless earbuds.

The newest addition to the Elite series, the Jabra Elite 85t, comes with Jabra Advanced ANC  which delivers a level of noise-cancelling that goes one step further than Jabra’s standard ANC offerings. Dual chipset in the earbuds deliver strong ANC capability as well as optimal sound processing. These are some of the smallest earbuds that offer premium ANC to create your private, quite space and delivers HearThrough to let you hear your surroundings – both features fully adjustable and with extra focus on natural sound performance and limited occlusion (blockage/closure), achieved via the semi-open design and multiple ANC microphones.

Features..

  • Compact design and oval silicon EarGels™ for a secure seal and comfortable fit
  • Dedicated ANC chip which is more efficient in removing surrounding noises
  • 6-microphone call technology and wind protection for superior calls wherever you are
  • 4-microphone ANC using mics on the inside and the outside of the earbuds
  • 12mm speakers for big sound and powerful bass
  • Semi-open design with natural hear through
  • Adjustable ANC with dual sliders from full ANC to full HearThrough
  • IPX4-rated durability and 2-year warranty against dust and water
  • Up to 5.5 hours battery on a single charge and up to 25 with the charging case with ANC on, 7 hours battery on a single charge and 31 hours with ANC off
  • Qi-certified, for wireless charging, and compatible with all Qi-certified chargers
    • Customisable equaliser in the Sound+ App makes your music sound even better
    • Voice assistant enabled. Elite 85t works with Alexa, Siri® and Google Assistant™
  • ‘MyControls’ to define button settings and Jabra MySound for individualised sound

Any questions hit us up in the usual spots…

Tech Review – KIKR S1 (2-in-1 Phone/Tablet stand with Dual 10W Wireless Chargers) #KIKR #Tech

Wireless charging is something everyone should adopt it is more convenient and for two other reasons, it saves you on cables and saves your port as these are always things to go bust and meaning you have to spend on more later on. This new product though solves both and can charge two devices at once and it is also compact and does not take up much room either and ideal for your bedside locker or just to have it beside you in your office set-up.

It has a foldable One-Piece Integrated Design compact and portable, you can put S1 in your pocket and take it anywhere so it is not confined to use at home either and it is a great solution and saves you carrying cables too and loosing them as often the case we tend to forget our chargers on trips etc..

Another great feature here it is not a fixed product, most wireless chargers are fixed this can be adjusted to suit an angle you prefer this applies to the phone part not the base which can be used to charge your phone too and earbuds etc so there is some flexibility here and I like how you can angle the unit and height. This is a well built product with a good design and a must have for those whom have adopted wireless charging.On a side note this can also be a very useful product for media consumption too and is handy again for your bedside locker or to have sat beside your PC at home or in the office and gives you the option to have social media,emails etc on the screen at hand saving you tabs on your PC and so on. Check out the video below for the full tour and review.

Buy here https://kikr-s1-charger-stand.kckb.st/3ebee30c

Christmas gifts for Apple lovers. #Christmas2020 #Apple #Tech #QDOS #TwelveSouth

With less than 6 weeks until Christmas, the hunt is on for the perfect Christmas gift for Apple lovers. Below is a host of gadgets and accessories for the latest Apple products (including the new Macbook series and iPhone 12 series) that will make the Apple experience even better. The gadgets and accessories include UV sanitizers to keep your iPhone12 clean, iPhone 12 cases and screen protectors, plus cases and stands for the new MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and Mac mini, and a portable USB-C hub.

 

The QDOS UV Sanitizer quickly and easily disinfects your iPhone, tech devices and accessories eliminating up to 99.99% of common surface bacteria at the click of a button. Qi functionality also allows you to wirelessly charge your smartphone while disinfecting other devices such as a smartwatch or earphones simultaneously. The QDOS UV Sanitizer offers two UV-C light sterilisation modes including three-minute rapid or 10-minute intensive sterilisation.

QDOS I HYBRID

SRP: £19.99

Available for: iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12/12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

Sleek, slim and easy to grip, the crystal-clear QDOS I HYBRID case perfectly showcases the design of the iPhone 12 while providing everyday protection. The HYBRID is made from a unique blend of highly protective materials and features air-cushionedTPU corners that can keep the iPhone safe from a drop of up to 4ft. With flexible sides (available in clear, navy or space grey) and a solid,scratch-resistant and transparent polycarbonate back, the HYBRID case is easy to get on and off. To ensure the case stays looking pristine, the HYBRID has been treated with an optimised coating to prevent discolouration.

QDOS I TOUCH

SRP: £24.99

Available for: iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12/12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

Soft to the touch, the QDOS I TOUCH case for iPhone 12 is made with real liquid silicone for a silky-smooth finish that is easy to grip. Combining a shock-absorbent polycarbonate inner shell with a high-quality wipe-clean finish, the TOUCH provides everyday protection from knocks and bumps and is resistant to dust, dirt, spills and marks. The interior has been lined with soft microfibre which encases the iPhone 12 perfectly. TOUCH has also been designed with precision cut-outs, offering easy access to ports and buttons.

 

QDOS I OptiGuard™

SRP from £19.99

QDOS’ new generation of OptiGuard™ screen protectors, now available for the iPhone 12 series, are as tough as they come. Made from premium Japanese tempered glass with a hardness rating of 9H, they offer protection against impacts, scratches and shock, without affecting the sharpness, clarity or touch sensitivity of the screen. Antimicrobial protection kills 99.99% of bacteria on the surface of the phone while an oleophobic coating repels fingerprints and oily residue. Each screen protector comes with an original bespoke application tool that helps to remove bubbles for the perfect installation. The OptiGuard™ range, which also offers a limited lifetime warranty, includes:

  • QDOS I OptiGuard™ Glass Protect: Ultra-thin 0.3mm glass screen protection with a 9H hardness rating and ultra-clarity. Offering hassle-free installation with an easy applicator tool, the OptiGuard Glass offers perfect touch sensitivity for the iPhone 12. Available for: iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12/12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • QDOS I OptiGuard™ Glass Curve Clear: Curved and designed to fit around the display of the iPhone 12, the OptiGuard Curve offers maximum edge-to-edge protection against impact and scratches. Available for: iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12/12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • QDOS I OptiGuard™ Glass Curve Privacy: Shielding data from shoulder-surfers in public, the OptiGuard Glass Privacy incorporates a 180-degree privacy filter. This restricts the angle of view to the user directly facing the screen.  Available for: iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12/12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

 

Twelve South SuitCase for Macbook

From £69.99

Available for the 13-inch MacBook Pro/Air and the 16-inch MacBook Pro from Amazon.co.uk

Providing maximum protection, the new Twelve South SuitCase combines a stylish, quilted water-resistant exterior with a thermoform shell to securely hold and protect the MacBook inside. With a slim design and a recessing leather handle, the SuitCase will fit comfortably into a workbag or backpack for everyday use. Alternatively, knowing that the new MacBooks have 20 hours of battery life, if users would rather travel light with just a few papers and a Lightning cable, a handy slim pocket hidden inside the case can hold notes, cables and other essentials.

Users can easily work on their MacBook without removing it from the SuitCase thanks to Twelve South’s innovative suspension system which holds the case securely against the MacBook without interfering with its display. Dual wetsuit-style zippers keep the SuitCase securely closed but also allow for the MacBook to be easily and safely charged whilst still inside the case.

 

Twelve South Curve SE

£49.99

Available from Currys.co.uk

The Twelve South Curve SE is the perfect stand to pair with a new MacBook. Not only does it perfectly match clean modern office spaces and the aesthetics of many Apple accessories, it also has an improved ergonomic design. Users no longer have to hunch over and tilt their head downwards towards a screen, they can easily elevate their MacBook to a healthier, more comfortable height.

Offering multiple uses, the Curve SE can be paired with a full-sized keyboard and mouse for a convenient desktop setup or used with a monitor for dual screen functionality. Its minimal design uses a single piece of aluminum which allows for 70% of the base to be exposed for optimal cooling. Anti-slip silicone pads and bent arms keep the laptop in place and prevents scratches.

Twelve South BookArc

£49.99

Available from Amazon.co.uk

The Twelve South BookArc is the little MacBook stand that makes room for a big monitor by holding a MacBook vertically and off the desk. By placing a closed MacBook on the BookArc and plugging in an external monitor, keyboard & mouse users now have a comfortable desktop setup for their home or office. Things like photo editing, spreadsheets and other projects are easier to see on a bright 24-inch (or bigger) screen. When it’s time to go mobile or head out for a meeting, unplug the desktop connections and the BookArc Cable Catch will keep them in place.

Twelve South Curve Riser

£79.99

Available from Amazon.co.uk

The Twelve South Curve Riser is the perfect accessory for the Mac mini. A handsome and practical stand designed to elevate iMacs and external monitors, it also features an integrated shelf which is the ideal place to put a Mac mini. Perfect for home offices or those with limited space, Curve Riser helps to keep desks clutter free.

Twelve South HiRise for MacBook

£69.99

Available from Very.co.uk

The Twelve South HiRise for MacBook is a beautifully designed, height adjustable stand that elevates a laptop to the perfect position. Unlike fixed stands, the HiRise allows users to set their screen height from a few inches up to a half foot off their desk, making it perfect for MacBooks and users of all sizes. HiRise allows users to align a MacBook with an external monitor for the ultimate dual-display set-up. Users can perch their MacBook on the HiRise and pair with their favourite wireless keyboard and mouse to create a comfortable and convenient workstation. This sleek brushed metal stand features non-slip arms to securely hold all size MacBooks from 11-inch Air to 16-inch Pro.

Twelve South StayGo

£99.99

Available from Amazon.co.uk

The Twelve South StayGo is a portable USB-C hub that’s designed to add additional ports to USB-C MacBooks and MacBook Pros. Perfect for anyone who is working from home and perhaps missing their office set up, the StayGo makes it much easier to connect extra screens, a keyboard, storage and displays etc.

The hub comes with eight port options built in including a 4K HDMI port, three USB A 3.0 ports, gigabit ethernet port, an SD port, a micro SD port, and an 85W USB-C pass-through power port which allows you to connect your power source to the StayGo to keep your MacBook Pro charged up while powering other devices such as an iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch etc. The Gigabit Ethernet port is especially useful allowing users to connect to super-fast wired networks and servers.

Tech Review – The QDOS 2-in-1 UV sanitiser with wireless charging. #QDOS #Tech #UV

With the current situation around the world keeping things clean is imperative for everyone and that means everything to be on the safe side and this also includes your tech and one thing for sure your phone is not the cleanest item in your possession along with other tech like earbuds and so on this new gadget though can help you out with more than just your tech and basically anything that will fit into the compartment size on offer.

For this test I did order some agar plates but they arrived twice with no agar inside just to show how dirty things are you might not expect to be but the product is on the market so can be sure it is safe and does the job, I have several products in with AV to review and it is a growing trend especially with the current environment it is easy to see why, this device also charges mobile phones or anything with USB and you can also wireless charge on top which is excellent and a handy piece of tech to have at your disposal, this will also clean keys and much more but you are limited to the capacity of the unit itself but you can get a fair but into it like slim true wireless earbuds ( another product we have in with a UV charging case) ,sunglasses keys and so on so the res tis up to you.

You have two stages of cleaning here which is a rapid clean or intense clean and there is an indicator light up top to show you which mode you are in you easily switch modes by pressing the button up on top and just leave it sit there and do its job.

Specifications 

UV-C light sterilisation (245nm&185mn) eliminates up to 99.99% of common surface bacteria

  • Offers two sterilisation modes: 3-minute rapid clean to eliminate up to 99.9% of common surface bacteria or 10-minute intensive sterilisation
  • An automatic safety features switches off UV light when opened
  • Fast and secure Qi wireless charging (5W, 7,5W, Max 10W)
  • Includes 1xUSB-C port for charging the UV sanitiser from mains power and 1xUSB-A to port charge additional devices

QDOS UV Sanitiser is available now from QDOS  for £59.99.

QDOS sent us this to review with no compensation or copy approval and is seeing this review the same time as you, check out the video below for a in depth look.

What is a flow sensor?

Flow sensors can be purchased at any reputable distributor, such as RS Components and are used for:

  • oil and gas 
  • solvents and chemicals
  • drugs 
  • industrial coolants 
  • steam 

 

Which type of flow sensor is right for my business?

Water flow sensor

As the water passes through the sensor, the turbine is rotated sending a signal to the wire coil attached.  The speed of the water passing through alters the speed the paddle or turbine is turned, providing a measurement of water flow. 

Magnetic-Inductive Volumetric Flow Meters

As conductive liquid flows through the magnetic field, a voltage signal is created, with the signal increasing with the speed of the flow. 

Thermal Mass Flow Sensor 

Capillary Thermal Mass flow meter

Gas diverted through a narrow tube is measured via signals between two PRTD coils attached to the tube. The difference in the signals travelling either with or against the current is directly proportional to the flow, providing a measurement of the mass of the gas flow.

Immersible Thermal Mas flow meter. 

A temperature sensor which measures the internal gas temperature and a velocity sensor are inserted through the piping into the flow with a constant differential maintained between each.  The heat from the velocity sensor transfers to the gas molecules as they pass.  The electrical wattage that is required to reheat the sensor is proportional to the mass flow rate providing an accurate measurement of total gas mass flow rate.   

Transit Time flow measurement 

A transducer emits an ultrasonic beam into the passing fluid which is reflected off present solid particles or air bubbles to the receiving transducer.  The frequency that the reflected beam is received measures the flow, as the frequency shift is linearly proportional to the flow rate.  

To measure flow that does not have bubbles or solid particles, the two transducers are placed on each side of the pipe diagonally opposite. The speed of the beam return changes according to whether the stream is going with or against the flow.  If the flow has stopped, the beam will travel at the same speed in both directions.  

 

Vortext shedding flow sensor. 

A blocking body inside the pipe causes vortices to form which then create zones of low and high pressure known as the Karmen Vortex Street.  A mechanical sensor detects changes in the pressure of the liquid measuring the flow by counting the vortices as they pass.  The difference between the vortices corresponds with a defined measurement of the fluid.

 

Choosing your flow sensor 

Ask your supplier about the most efficient type of flow sensor that will suit the velocity, viscosity, conductivity and  purity of your liquid or gas flow.  Higher quality flow sensors provide reliable data which will ensure that any issues with the liquid flow are immediately detected and preventative maintenance applied.  Discuss your needs with an expert to get the most accurate and efficient use out of your flow sensors. 

 

Volvo Cars “ultimate driving simulator” uses latest gaming technology to develop safer cars. #Volvo #Motoring

Volvo Cars engineers call it “the ultimate driving simulator”, but it is not just an excuse for them to indulge their inner basement gamer. Instead, the Swedish company’s ground-breaking mixed-reality simulator is used to make new strides in safety and autonomous driving technology.

A setup with a moving driving seat, a steering wheel with haptic feedback and a crystal-clear virtual reality headset would make any serious gamer jealous, but Volvo Cars’ simulator takes this concept to the next level, making it hard to tell reality from simulation. Which is exactly the point.

Using cutting-edge technology from the leading real-time 3D development platform Unity and Finnish virtual and mixed reality experts Varjo, the simulator involves driving a real car on real roads. It combines life-like, high definition 3D graphics, an augmented reality headset, and a full-body Teslasuit that provides haptic feedback from a virtual world, while also monitoring bodily reactions.

This combination of software and hardware allows Volvo Cars engineers to endlessly simulate traffic scenarios on a real test track road while using a real car, all in total safety. Engineers can gain important insights on the interaction between people and the car for development of new safety, driver assistance and autonomous driving features.

Testers can be exposed to imagined active safety and driver assistance features, upcoming autonomous drive user interfaces, future car models and many other scenarios. It can be used on real test track roads or in the test lab, and every scenario is fully customizable. The possibilities are literally endless.

Volvo Cars “ultimate driving simulator” uses latest gaming technology to develop safer cars

Volvo Cars “ultimate simulator” was demonstrated yesterday in an event live-streamed from Volvo’s Open Innovation Arena and hosted by a team of its innovation experts. You can watch the event on demand HERE.

Last year, together with Varjo, Volvo Cars became the first car maker to make it possible to drive a real car while wearing a mixed reality headset. Now that collaboration has been expanded to include Unity and full-body haptic suit maker Teslasuit.

According to Casper Wickman, senior leader of User Experience at Volvo’s Open Innovation Arena and one of the hosts of the livestream, this enables Volvo Cars to study authentic human reactions in a safe environment and at a fraction of the cost of a real test.

“Working together with great companies like Varjo, Unity and Teslasuit has allowed us to test so many scenarios that look and feel totally real, without having to physically build anything,” says Casper Wickman. “It lets us test drive actual cars in through traffic scenarios that look and feel real, but can be adjusted at the touch of a button.”

When developing safety systems for cars, like collision-avoiding technologies, testing is crucial. But testing these systems in reality can be dangerous, time-consuming and expensive. Virtual and mixed reality simulations, however, allow for perfectly safe testing in authentic environments, without having to build any physical prototypes or set up complex scenarios.

“By using this cutting-edge technology, we are exploring and leading the development for creating safe cars in the future. It’s great to play a part in that,” said Casper Wickman.

Watch the full livestream recording here and download the summary video of the event here.

MeacoHeat Motion Heater will keep you warm and cosy this winter. #Meaco

Colder weather is on its way, so now is a good time to consider investing in a portable heater, that is motion activated, to help warm up those cooler spots in your home.

The MeacoHeat Motion Heater is the perfect product to keep your home warm and cosy throughout any cold spell. Where traditional heating systems use thermostats to maintain a room’s temperature regardless of how frequently the room is used, the MeacoHeat Motion Heater can be used much more economically. It can be used as a standalone unit for spaces that may be less-frequently used, but still require heating. A motion detection sensor means the unit will only be activated once a person walks into the room. When they leave the room, the heater will switch off, allowing the user to save money on heating bills and helping the environment. MeacoHeat Motion Heaters use safe PTC ceramic technology to offer fast start-up time. A thermal cut out and tilt safety switch ensure that, if they are accidentally knocked over, they switch off.

A fan option means they can be used all year, adding warmth in the summer months on a chill day, but becoming a fan to cool a room in hotter weather. The smaller model, 1.8kW has two outputs levels to save energy, a 1-7 hour off timer and a fan only mode for summer use. The larger 2.0Kw adds oscillation to the specification to distribute the heat evenly through a 70° arc. A three-level thermostat replaces the off timer to provide another level of control.

There are two models, available in either red, black or white and with their small and stylish design, they are sure to look great in any room in a house. MeacoHeat Motion Heaters are the perfect solution for filling in with some extra heat when needed.

Find out more: https://www.meaco.com/collections/heaters

Prices: from £59.99

Nik Collection 3 By DxO 25th Anniversary: 25 Years of Inspiration, 25 New Pre-sets

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the Nik Collection, the famous photo plugin suite for Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, and DxO PhotoLab and the winner of the 2020-2021 EISA Award for Best Photo-Editing Software, released its latest 3.3 version. This version includes a pack of 25 brand-new Presets for Color Efex Pro and Silver Efex Pro. These twenty-five exclusive Presets are divided into five series, each with five Presets: “Classic Portrait Color,” “Classic Portrait Black & White,” “Light & Bright,” “Wildlife,” and “Street”. This update is also compatible with macOS Big Sur and the 2021 versions of Adobe’s host applications.

Designed for Multiple Genres and Today’s Photography

The new Presets included in the Nik Collection 3 by DxO showcase five photography genres, specifically colour portraiture, black-and-white portraits, landscape photography, wildlife photography, and street photography. These are the five most popular genres among expert and amateur photographers alike. Color Efex Pro, which already includes a number of creative colour Presets and recipes, and Silver Efex Pro, which continues to set the standard for black-and-white conversion, are the two Nik Collection plugins photographers turn to the most. 

With its ten “Classic Portrait Color” Presets for Color Efex Pro and “Classic Portrait Black & White” Presets for Silver Efex Pro, the Nik Collection 3 by DxO offers users a modern and holistic approach to the genre. “High Key Bright” brings out the whites and brightness in colour portraits, giving images a joyful and optimistic ambiance. With its lower exposure levels, “Hint of Color” creates a more dramatic look that nonetheless remains soft through the addition of a colour tint. 

With respect to black-and-white photography, “Hollywood Glamour” produces images with high contrast yet controls the darker tones in the image to conceal any flaws. For those nostalgic for the analogue film era, “Rugged” offers a perfectly balanced, fine-grain look. 

When it comes to landscape photography, the “Light & Bright” series designed for Color Efex Pro opts for a colourful take on the genre through a selection of monochromatic or chromatic-dominant Presets. “Cafe Mocha” adds a dark beige tint, while “Pink Lemonade” uses a pink tint. With their green and blue tones, “Fade Away” and “Heavenly Blue” give landscapes a timeless look. “Sunshine Morning” creates softer and more balanced tints.

The “Wildlife” series for Color Efex Pro includes Presets that showcase a variety of lighting effects and highlight detail. With its blue tint and slight blur, “Cool Evening” simulates a semi-nocturnal ambiance. “Sunny Day” mimics the effect of a bright, noon-day sun without flattening the image. Wish your photo was a bit sharper? “Fur Details” increases micro-contrast and enhances textures, resulting in an incredibly realistic effect.

Finally, the “Street” series for Silver Efex Pro opts for an approach poised between classicism and modernism by playing up contrasts, grain, and tints simultaneously. “High Contrast” recreates that classic street photography look by producing dense blacks and stark whites. “Street Gritty” adds a slight grain over the top, which is reminiscent of Leica. With “Street Dramatic”, the background of the photo is darkened, and the depth of field is shortened.

Twenty-five Years Dedicated to Innovation and Photography 

Since Nils Kokemohr founded the company in 1995, Nik Multimedia, which later became Nik Software in 2006, has sought to develop photo-editing software that helps photographers who use Adobe Photoshop realise their vision through the use of simple tools based on exclusive algorithms and designed to improve their workflow. The software developer created Color Efex Pro to improve colour conversion, Sharpener Pro to boost sharpness, Dfine to reduce noise, Viveza to apply local colour adjustments, HDR Efex Pro to edit HDR images, Silver Efex Pro for white-and-black conversions, and Analog Efex to recreate the look of silver halide film. It also released a number of innovations, including the famous local adjustment technology U POINT™. 

 

After Google purchased it in 2012, the Nik Collection was gradually side-lined. When DxO bought it in 2017, the suite was re-released, much to the delight of its extensive community of users. Its latest version, released in June 2020, added a number of new features, including the Selective Tool, which was redesigned to work with Adobe Photoshop, a non-destructive workflow for Adobe Lightroom users, and an eighth plugin, Perspective Efex. 

Compatible with macOS Big Sur and the Latest Versions of Adobe software 

To ensure the best possible user experience, the Nik Collection 3.3 by DxO was optimised to be fully compatible with macOS Big Sur as well as the latest versions of Adobe Lightroom Classic, Photoshop, and Photoshop Elements.

Price and Availability

The Nik Collection 3.3 by DxO (Windows and macOS) is now available for download on the DxO website (https://shop.dxo.com/photo-software/dxo-nikcollection) for £125 for the full version and for £69 for the upgrade. 

 

Users who purchased Nik Collection 3 by DxO after June 2020 may upgrade their software for free. Photographers who already own Nik Collection 2 By DxO or a previous version can upgrade their software by signing into their customer accounts. A fully-functional, one-month trial version of Nik Collection 3.3 By DxO is available on the DxO website: https://nikcollection.dxo.com/download/.