Month: January 2021

End of year offers from Urbanista and CLCKR #Tech #Headphones #Cases

With gyms closing and 2021 goals being set, more of us are taking to outdoor sports, running, walking and cycling. These true wireless sports headphones are designed to give you total freedom, no matter what your sport. They are ultra rugged, exude durability and have all the features you need to keep you going through your workouts.

Athens offer an amazing 8 hours play time with a total of 32 hours play time, with an additional three charges from the small and sleek carry case.

They are completely waterproof with an IP67 rating so it really doesn’t matter your sport – swim, ski, surf, shower or sweat all you like and these headphones will stand up to the test. They are smart too, featuring touch controls and connect to your voice assistant.

Available at www.urbanista.com/athens RRP – £119 – currently £83.30 with 30% off – offer ends 10th January 2021

MAKE YOUR HOME WORKOUTS EASIER WITH A CLCKR STAND AND GRIP

No more propping your phone up against your water bottle! Whether you are trying to follow your programme, see the stopwatch or record your workout, CLCKR’s phone stand means you can position your phone in landscape or portrait mode, handsfree. SEE OUR REVIEWS –  https://techbuzzireland.com/2020/11/03/clckr-stand-and-grip-case-review-for-the-iphone-12-clckr-iphone12-tech/

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Available at www.clckr.com up to 40% off – offer end 10th January 2021

How Tech’ Has Impacted Furniture – Infographic #AR #EZLiving #Tech #Furniture

Tech can be used in many ways today and it can be fun for the most part but now with AR it just enhances life and with mobile phones it is already happening.. Recently EZ Living launched their own AR app which you can read about HERE .

EZ Living uses AR technology on their websites to allow customers to see what a piece of furniture will look like in their home and they have received excellent feedback on the issue which is of great benefit to customers and have sent us this infographic on the Role of Tech in Furniture. Fancy some comfortable beds? Check out contemporary beds.

 

Tech Review – JAM Audio bookshelf speakers. #Audio #Tech #JAMAudio

JAM audio are a well known audio brand who have a vast range of audio products at affordable prices such as earphones and true wireless earbuds you can see a range of them on site by searching. This time around though they have introduced some bookshelf speakers to their portfolio and a welcome product too.

These are well built and look great with a matt finish and deliver a good punch too especially with the bass end of things so bass fans will certainly want to check these out, these will fit in anywhere in the home or you can place them beside your TV or indeed on a bookshelf once it has the height free, I don’t sport books of any sort so my set up will be different and have them placed either side of my TV and they blend in quite nice with their simple clean design.

When it comes to the tech inside we have  4 internal speakers (2 x bass drivers, 2 x tweeters), Bluetooth compatible 5.0 , Speaker diameter 10cm,  Frequency 80Hz-15Hz, Bass reflex, 3.5mm AUX in,  Mains operated, 30 watts and a 2 year warranty. Below we unbox and go through the features and then give a sound test and I think you will like it. 

JAM Audio sent us this to review with no compensation or copy approval and are seeing this review the same time as you.

Available in three different and stylish colourways: Black, Wood and Dark Wood, the speakers will fit with any décor, and on any shelf. The Bookshelf Speaker is available for £79.99 from uk.jamaudio.com and select retailers nationwide.

 

 

 

Tech Review – The GGMM N2 (battery base) for your google nest mini 2nd Gen. #GoogleNest #Tech

A simple product that solves a minor problem for those with Google Nest mini has arrived and it is a great idea to break the restricted length of your cable length with placing it in your home this allows your to place your Google Nest anywhere in the house and it also looks really neat and will blend in anywhere in the home and again a simple product that is easy to use and just works and no tech know how to get going either it is a simple plug and go job and you are sorted.

This also has a really good build quality too and will last you simple charge the device for a few hours then you can place our next mini into it and then place your nest anywhere in the house so this means you are free from the cable length restriction at home or in the office / bedroom.

On the front there is some LED lamps to tell you how much battery life you have left which handy overall it is a clean well thought design and looks great anywhere and hides the cable, you can bring it anywhere if you like too it comes with a 10.000 mAh battery and will keep you cable free no matter where it is placed, this only works with the 2ND gen nest so keep this in mind. This does not effect how the nest mini will work at all. Check out the review below..

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Tech Review – House of Marley Champion True Wireless. #Tech #TWS

House of Marley recently announced their latest TWS earbuds called the “Champion” and I have been testing them out for a few days now and as expected I was impressed given the price the come in at. However there is bargains to be had in the true wireless market these days and great value for money these days and the cost to performance ratio is getting better all the time which is great for the consumer overall.

This time around we get an affordable pair of earbuds built around the same idea of the Redemption which are an excellent pair of True Wireless but more expensive however worth the money. We get that bamboo touch again and an in ear style this time around rather than stems, they did at first look like they would not stay in my ears but the right tips and they offer a snug fit and have not dropped out and give good isolation off the bat. The charging case is really nice and pocketable and has a touch of bamboo on top and this complements the earbuds which have a really satisfying click and make for easy commands too which is nice and one of the best controls I have used in a while and due to the surface area you will not make mistakes or accidental clicks.

When it comes to sound this is what most folk are here for and overall really good with a level of bass thrown in and these are loud too, you have most controls at hand here, they can be used independently too which is important for some and you get quick charge thrown in which is an added bonus they do have a decent battery life too. The sound though overall good and no distortion on high volume found in my testing highs,lows and mids good and good direction and crisp voice, same applies to calls which where fine on both ends and clear so overall there is no complaints here.

When people see the word “eco” or “sustainable” sign on tech they fear a loss of quality but that is not the case and something to expect going forward from all manufacturers of tech..

CHAMPION PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Materials: Bamboo, natural wood fibre composite, REGRIND™ recycled silicone
  • 8 hour battery life, 28 hours of total playtime
  • Ear housing touch control
  • IPX4 certified water and sweat resistant design
  • USB-C quick charge technology (15 min = 2 hours)
  • Bluetooth™ 5.0 + BLE
  • RRP: £59.99

 

BUY – thehouseofmarley.co.uk.

Tech Review – Zendure Zenpods with ANC and ENC #Zendure #Zenpods #Tech

Over the last year there has been many examples of new earbuds on the market and I love to get my hands on what is new and what is different that is why we have the biggest range covered in Ireland to suit all pockets and suit everyone. These new earbuds are the latest on offer from Zendure who ran a successful Indiegogo campaign and people who invested in these will be happy with their investment.

These are light and have one of the best fits this year with the curved stem that rests around your ear lobe and they will not fall out end of story. The controls are also excellent too and one of the better ones when it comes to touch based TWS. Controls are simple to use and can be done so on both sides in most instances with the usual single and double tap approach and of course voice assistants controls too, there is no volume control or auto play or pause but this is fine when you see the cost other than that the controls present works a treat every time. You will see how they work in the video below.

Once in the ears you will notice a great seal too and here and noise isolation straight away but fear not you have got ENC built in which means environmental noise cancellation which is great for calls and these where fine for me on my testing both ends, you also get transparency mode and ANC all which is controlled on the left earbud. The ANC is quite good even outdoors and in a quite environment even better and for the money one of the best in class. Transparency mode works well too for those who commute or jog and is a vital feature today for safety. Battery life is also great on these and are on par with the most on offer today and you also get and additional 15.5 hours from the case and in total you get around 22 hours normal use, with ANC on around 18 hours with max volume which is how I use my earbuds to immerse myself, Also to note there is no distortion on max volume here either and 10 mins charge gives you 40 mins play which is decent. No lag latency noticed either during my testing.

When it comes to sound they deliver, loud, nice bass centred and good direction and from doing my usual testing on my music list, Netflix and You Tube I was impressed across the board they sound good to put it simple and if it is your first or second pair of earbuds you will not be disappointed. If you want a pair of earbuds that deliver there is no need to spend silly money on Apple alternatives these do a great job and perhaps better.

BUY HERE

 

Tech Review – JAM Audio TWS with ANC #Tech #JamAudio #TWS

JAM Audio recently just launched an affordable pair of TWS with ANC on board and for the consumer it is good times for buying TWS earbuds as the prices are coming down with more features on offer, However what features you want might vary from others but ANC is one to have these days letting you get more immersed in your music and forgetting what is going on outside.

These come in at 99 quid which is not bad for a pair of earbuds with ANC on board and you have most of the features you come to expect from any pair of earbuds at this price, the sound is punchy loud and the controls work really well here too, overall the music experince is generally good with 10 mm drivers on board you can expect a decent listening experience no matter what you listen to here and in my usual testing they did rather well overall and if it is your first pair of TWS you will be pleased overall with what you get, Check out the video for more below as we go through how they work and the features..

 Features include

·       True Wireless – True Wireless means no wires. Anywhere. Ever. Whether you’re working, working out, or taking calls. Compatible with Bluetooth® devices and voice assistants.

·       Active Noise Cancellation – Superb Active Noise Cancellation lets you tune out distractions and focus on your music, podcasts, or whatever you’re listening to.

·       Battery Life – Up to 7 hours of playtime (Bluetooth only), or up to 6 hours of playtime with Bluetooth and ANC. Up to 28 hours total with case.

·       On-the-Go Touch Controls / Hands-Free Calling – Control the Convo. Convenient touch controls mean you never have to stop taking calls no matter where you are in your day.

·       Premium Sound – Premium sound performance combined with Active Noise Cancellation lets you appreciate every lyric, chord, and heart-pounding beat.

·       No-slip tip – 4 sizes of soft, anti-slip ear gels provide a comfortable fit for your 8-hour + day.

 The JAM Audio TWS ANC are priced at £99.99 and available from uk.jamaudio.com.

Tech Review – Hoyee eyes AFFORDABLE smart glasses #Hoyee #SmartGlasses #Tech

There has been many attempts of eyewear going the full distance being smart and have not worked out for the best but this has given ideas to other means how you could use your glasses and here is one idea that is executed rather well and keeps things simple, With multiple options to pick from you are not stuck with a low stock selection but you can get several colours and several options to customise and different styles too which is great and the two we have today are the Navigator and Viva which both work the same and do a good job when it comes to listening to music in style with a relatively stylish pair of Sunglasses to boot.

The concept is simple however once again we have proprietary charging which annoys me and most folk in the tech world but it is what it is and it can be forgiven, In short you pair your device to these glasses and the music comes out via a speaker on each arm, they are constructed rather well too. One thing to note though is external leakage and at high volumes those beside you on a train for example might not fancy your taste in music or whatever you might be listening to but you can turn the volume down and I feel best use case scenarios is at home in private, walking or perhaps less populated cramped spaces and be it public transport now with its limitations you would get away with it.

The sound is quite decent and not overly loud for obvious reasons, you are limited however when it comes to controls but enough is there to make them functional other than keeping your peepers safe from the sun, there is a touch sensitive are on each side to control the music with play and pause and skip track and you can access your voice assistant to and overall the sound is quite clear, you will not get the same effects are earbuds or headphones but its like two small speakers held up to your ears in short and they do a decent job, for the fashion conscious that is up to you if you decide these frames are one you can wear.

Overall these are not for everyone but it is still a relatively new technology and spending over the price these come in at is something many would shy away from especially from the likes of Huawei we are now seeing glowing reviews from which is nothing new here, in short you could buy a decent set of earbuds and sunglasses with the price they command.

  • Maximum Comfort For Your Eyes – optimized for wearing experience. Hoyee Eyes Smart Glasses are aimed at becoming your everyday glasses. They are built to be lightweight, durable and smart. Most importantly, they protect your eyes

Features:

  • Upgraded audio chipset integrated. Offer better sound quality and lower latency

  • Open ear design for safer listening experience. Enjoy music while being aware of the environment.

  • Anti impact polycarbonate lens with slight yellow tint scratch-proof layer, 100% UVA / UVB protection

  • Replaceable lenses. You can easily replace these lenses with your prescription. Purchase our prescription lenses here and we’ll send you the glasses with the prescription lenses installed

  • Bluetooth 5.0, providing better connection stability

  • Noise-canceling microphone, allowing high-quality conversation even when you are in a noisy environment

  • Two High-Res TWS directional audio speakers, providing amazing sound quality while minimizing sound leakage

  • Accurate touchpad embedded. No button on the arms for maximum simplicity. Enjoy smart features as if you are wearing regular glasses

  • Proprietary magnetic charging cable charges your glasses to 100% within 55 minutes

BUY HERE

Hoyee sent us these to review with no compensation or copy approval and are seeing this review the same time as you.