The Skullcandy DIME 3 just got announced recently and just when you think the DIME 2 where small you would think could they get any smaller, well they can by the looks of things and it is great to see, while the case itself is smaller the earbuds themselves look fractionally smaller but nonetheless it is a nice discreet pair of earbuds that are still packed with features at an affordable price and runs alongside their recent releases the RAIL and SMOKIN BUDS we just reviewed.
Any questions on the DIME 3 ask us and we will answer and stay tuned for lots of really cool tech reviews on the way and on the run up to Christmas.
Skullcandy DIME 3 earbuds – techbuzzireland
20 Hours of Battery Life + Rapid Charge: Enjoy up to 8 hours of battery life in the earbuds and an additional 12 hours in the charging case, ensuring extended listening sessions without interruptions.
IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistance: Fearlessly embark on any adventure without worrying about sweat or water damaging your earbuds.
Multipoint Pairing: Seamlessly connect to two devices at once, regardless of platform or manufacturer.
Skullcandy Supreme Sound: Unique audio-tuning process enhances sound depth and detail, providing an exceptional listening experience.
Stay-Aware Mode: Stay connected to your surroundings without removing an earbud.
Built-In Tile™ Finding Technology: Easily locate misplaced earbuds using the Tile app.
Preset EQ Modes: Select your preferred EQ mode for music, bass boost, or podcasts.
Full Suite of Media Controls on the Buds: Manage calls, change tracks, adjust volume controls, and activate native device assistants (Google, Siri, etc.) without touching your phone.
Integrated Lanyard Loop: Secure portability that protects the charge case and earbuds from accidental drops.
Noise-Isolating Fit: Ergonomically redesigned ear gels provide all-day comfort.
Microphones in Each Bud: Use either earbud individually without sacrificing call functionality.
Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today marked the beginning of a new era in football, with the worldwide launch of EA SPORTS FC™ 24, available now for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch™. A trinity of new technologies powers EA SPORTS FC™ 24, with cross-play** now expanded to all multiplayer online modes, allowing friends to play across platforms as EA SPORTS enters a new era for the world’s game. Fans are invited to join the club alongside the 6.8 million players who have already played EA SPORTS FC 24 through Early Access, an increase of over 25% from last year.
“Today marks a milestone moment as we welcome millions of fans to the club with EA SPORTS FC,” said Nick Wlodyka, SVP & GM of EA SPORTS FC. “There is massive innovation at the heart of FC 24, combined with a commitment to authenticity, and together they deliver an unparalleled, entertaining experience that is expansive, true-to-life, and above all – brings together a football community with our fans at the center.”
EA SPORTS FC 24 launches this week alongside EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile as the first new experiences in the EA SPORTS FC platform of global football fandom powered by video games. EA SPORTS FC reaches fans through console, mobile, online and esports products, powered by EA SPORTS’ 30-year history of defining interactive football, and leading a fan-first future built on inclusivity, innovation, and authenticity.
Unrivaled authenticity in EA SPORTS FC™ 24 is brought to life through a roster of players from the biggest clubs and leagues from around the world, including LALIGA EA SPORTS, the Premier League, Bundesliga, Serie A, CONMEBOL Libertadores, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Women’s Champions League, the Barclays Women’s Super League, and more.
“EA SPORTS FC is our greatest ever expression of interactive football, and will connect fans around the world with the sport like never before.” said David Jackson, VP of Brand, EA SPORTS FC. “Together with 19,000 athletes, over 700 teams and 30+ leagues, we’re kicking off this new chapter with FC 24 by bringing unprecedented levels of authenticity and innovation to football fans everywhere.”
With over 60 million players since the company was established in 2004, Invincibles Studios’ Soccer Manager series has become a critically-acclaimed benchmark in the football management game genre. Soccer Manager 2024 establishes a new level of accuracy, immersion, and excitement for the series with the addition of groundbreaking new features and enhancement of existing core elements.
Soccer Manager 2024 players can take control at one of over 900 clubs in 54 leagues across 36 countries around the world. FIFPRO-licenced football players with accurate attributes can be bought, sold, and managed on a path to success. Along with transfers, players can choose training, tactics & formations for their team, as well as developing club facilities as they progress.
New this year, international teams can also be managed in major qualifiers and tournaments against the best international teams across the continent and indeed the world. Stunning match and environment visuals are available to enjoy, with player likenesses and animations never having looked so good!
If Soccer Manager fans want to truly prove their management credentials, then they can forge their own legend by creating a completely new club and starting at the bottom. By proving their management genius, players can succeed in ascending to the very top leagues and competitions with superstars they have bought, or wonderkids they have talent-spotted and grown into world-leading professionals.
“Soccer Manager 2024 is the ultimate mobile football management game, with unrivalled accuracy, immersion, and enjoyment,” said Invincibles Studio CEO, Chris Gore. “This new release in the Soccer Manager series offers a myriad of new gameplay features for our community, and welcomes every new player due to its accessible, easy-to-understand tutorials. This is the best Soccer Manager game ever released on mobile.”
Following the recent announcement of a multi-year licencing agreement with Manchester City, Soccer Manager 2024 features existing multi-year worldwide agreements with partners including but not limited to, the Deutsche Fußball Liga, our continued ambassador partnership with manager Mikel Arteta, and our wide-ranging FIFPRO player licence.
The Irish Management Institute (IMI) has today launched the National Leadership Conference 2023 with former Twitter EMEA boss, Bruce Daisley, and former Irish Rugby Captain and Head Coach at La Rochelle, Ronan O’Gara, among the keynote speakers to take the stage at the 70th annual conference.
With AI fundamentally reshaping the nature of work and business, speakers will offer insights on how senior leaders can effectively incorporate AI in their business strategy and harness its powerful productivity gains. Bruce Daisley and Deborah Threadgold, General Manager at IBM Ireland will be among those to speak about how leaders can navigate the disruption caused by AI and the rapid pace of innovation.
Former Irish Rugby Captain and Head Coach at La Rochelle, Ronan O’Gara, is to address the 2023 IMI National Leadership Conference on the critical role of leadership in driving organisational high-performance.
The National Leadership Conference will be held on Thursday, October 12 at IMI’s Sandyford campus. First held 70 years ago, the 2023 event will focus on the themes of Learn, Innovate, and Lead in the context of a dynamic business environment and how business leaders can maintain competitiveness and position their organisation for continued growth and success.
The event will also feature contributions from David McRedmond, CEO of An Post and Fiona Gallagher, CEO of Wells Fargo Bank International.
Commenting on the event launch, Shane O’Sullivan, interim CEO of the IMI, said: “While economic growth in Ireland remains strong, business leaders today are faced with a growing set of challenges including rising costs and an exceptionally tight labour market. With the challenges associated with rising costs and an economy at full employment, and the opportunities presented by AI and new ways of thinking, leaders can play a pivotal role in transforming their organisation for the better. The National Leadership Conference is an important forum for CEOs and business leaders from every sector to listen, learn and share experiences of how best to navigate change and position their organisation for success.
“Celebrating 70 years since its first edition, we’re proud to build on the distinguished history of IMI’s flagship conference to deliver an impressive speaker line-up of domestic and international business leaders for the 2023 conference. Our speakers will share pivotal insights in the areas of Executive Learning, Leadership, and Innovation and the practical steps business leaders can take to drive continued growth and success in their organisations.”
Ronan O’Gara, Head Coach at La Rochelle, commented: “I’m delighted to join industry pioneers across Ireland to share my leadership insights at this year’s National Leadership Conference. The National Leadership Conference is an important platform to share key learnings and practical advice that can support leaders to better position their organisations for success. Across every workplace, new technologies and innovation are changing the nature of work. From sport to business, strong leadership will be critical in ensuring that organisations harness the benefits of this transformation and continue to drive high performance.”
Established in 1952, IMI focuses on enhancing the practice of leadership in Ireland and is a centre of excellence for management education. In partnership with UCC, IMI supports Irish-based organisations across all industry sectors in developing their management and leadership talent.
eBay Ireland hosted its annual eBay Export Summit connecting over 160 eBay sellers from Ireland and across Europe.
The eBay Export Summit, in partnership with Enterprise Ireland, supports eBay Ireland’s commitment to creating economic opportunity for all, by helping sellers grow their business globally. The Summit gave SMEs from Ireland and the wider Europe an opportunity to access best practices and tips on growing their business on eBay, as well as learn from real success stories.
Sellers from Ireland, Spain, Poland, the Netherlands and Belgium, operating in different areas such as luxury fashion, car parts and accessories, home and gardening, or electronics and collectables, attended the Summit to network and learn from a diverse range of expertise and experience.
At the Summit, attendees had an opportunity to hear from other entrepreneurs, industry leaders and potential partners, as well as to interact with eBay’s experienced team of professionals, dedicated to supporting the sellers’ eCommerce journey. A panel discussion invited four sellers from Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Poland, to share their journey and advice with the attendees.
During the Summit, participants heard from keynote speaker Pedro Neto, Interim Head of EU Cross Border Trade at eBay, on how sellers can expand globally with eBay, beyond their local market. Dedicated break-out sessions for each of the represented countries allowed sellers to get advice on growing their business, tailored for their specific market. There were also presentations from key eBay partners, including Webinterpret, Multibreves, Baslinker and ChannelEngine.
Commenting on the Summit, Colin McCallion, Director of Commercial Operations at eBay said, “It was great to see so many sellers come together to network, learn from each other and grow, at eBay’s annual Export Summit, here in Dublin. It was a fantastic opportunity for everyone attending to learn about the value of growing their business online and the opportunities available for the SME community on eBay.”
eBay is committed to supporting its sellers grow and thrive, by enabling entrepreneurs of all sizes to build their brands to fit their unique personalities and inventory, leveraging the eBay tools, support, advocacy and outreach.
As of Q2 2023, there are over 1.9B live listings on eBay, across 190 markets, with 50% of the revenue made from international operations. With 93% of the small businesses on eBay exporting their products, the average number of export markets they reach are between 13 and 35.
Need to spruce up your shiny new iPhone all from the one brand well QDOS has you covered here with their latest range of accessories for the all new iPhone 15 range, the have sent over a case and screen protector for us to check out and they will certainly keep that expensive purchase in good order.
The QDOS TOUCH PURE + SNAP Case and OptiGuard ECO GLASS PLUS for the iPhone 15 Pro will not cost a lot of money and is a worthy investment so don’t be shy protecting your phone and you can buy the latest and greatest from Apple you can afford to keep in in top shape as I always say.
The case to start with is super comfy and soft in the hand and gives you additional grip which is vital in my opinion and I say this all the time with good cases like this they are worth the spend, the camera nump is protected and there is a lip around the front of the device too so the device can be placed face down. The keys are tactile and work well too and you can see that in the video review below.
The screen protector is also nice and has a black edge which matches up well with the case and phone giving it a seamless look and is now three times stronger than regular tempered glass and overall both will keep your shiny new iPhone protected over the next year or two. Check out the video below for more and stay tuned for much more for the iPhone 15 Pro.
HYBRID SOFT + SNAP Case
FeaturesRecycled liquid silicone case:
• Premium, sleek and elegant design
• Soft to the touch, easy to grip
• Dust and splash resistant
SNAP: MagSafe compatible, optimised for 15W charging
PURE: Permanent antimicrobial treatment that eliminates up to 99.9% of bacteria
• Crystal clear high aluminosilicate curved glass with edge-to-ege black frame.
• Recycled glass made from 44% recycled silica sand
• 3X stronger than regular tempered glass
• Ultra strong impact protection of 64g steel ball, from 180cm height
• Safe and relaible shatter-proof design
• Easy-Application tool made from recyled polycarbonate, for a perfect hassel free installation.
• Contains antimicrobial properties to fight against 99.9% of bacteria
• Full glue guarantees a secure adhesion between the tempered glass screen protector and your iPhone 15/ iPhone 14 Pro
• 9H scratch and impact resistance
• Curved edge-to-edge design for maximum screen protection coverage
• Oleophobic coating repels fingerprints and oily residue
• Super-smooth, super-responsive touch sensitivity
• Fast absorbing AB adhesive
• QDOS case friendly design
• Lifetime warranty (terms and conditions apply)
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar today joined Head of Google Ireland, Adaire Fox-Martin and Google’s Global Chief Marketing Officer, Lorraine Twohill to officially open the first phase of the Bolands Mills development and announce a new €1.5M Google.org scholarship fund for students from under-represented communities in the area of AI. With grant support from Google.org’s fund, the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics at Dublin City University will enable scholarships for students at universities around Ireland.
The opening marks the 20th anniversary of Google’s arrival in Ireland. The company opened its first office in Ireland with just five employees in 2003. In the past twenty years Google Ireland has grown to become Google’s EMEA HQ with a workforce of over 9,000 people. The new Bolands Mills development will become a hub of engineering with over 1,000 engineers moving into the offices upon their completion.
Lorraine Twohill, CMO of Google, said “Over the past two decades Ireland has become one of the world digital leaders at the heart of Europe and as Ireland has grown, Google has grown in Ireland. We are immensely proud of the strength of our team here and the work they are doing in driving Google’s future. We want to ensure that everyone across Ireland is able to benefit from the next generation of AI technology which is why we are announcing a new €1.5M Google.org scholarship fund. This fund will support AI education for students from under-represented communities. The scholarships will be available across Ireland through a grant to the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics at Dublin City University.”
The new fund will enable universities to provide scholarships to students from under-represented communities, including people with disabilities, women in STEM, first generation students with no history of third level education in the family and members of the Traveller community, who wish to apply for undergraduate courses where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Safety are core elements of the course. Through the scholarship fund, Google.org is providing a grant to the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics, which will provide scholarship funding to Access offices in all Higher Education Institutions in Ireland.
Speaking at the event today, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD said, “The opening of this historic building is good for Dublin’s civic heritage and represents a major milestone for Google Ireland driven from their innovative new centre of engineering. This new centre of excellence, alongside the scholarship fund announced today, will help cement Ireland’s role as a digital leader at the heart of European and global digital developments.”
The historic Flour Mills building at Bolands Mills has been expertly restored and adapted into a dedicated collaboration space for Google, with the ground floor opening to the public in 2024. The building features a range of new designs and technologies so that people can mix and match their workspace to their needs and more closely collaborate with colleagues anywhere in the world.
Adaire Fox-Martin, Head of Google Ireland, “The Flour Mills building is steeped in history and our real estate teams have worked hard to ensure we respect its past, while equipping it for the future. When Bolands Mills opens fully next year, a mix of shops, eateries, public squares, and community and cultural spaces will bring new energy to this historic site. We want Bolands Mills to be an inclusive space that brings communities together: Google employees, our neighbours and visitors alike.”
Charge 6 helps you stay on track with your goals, thanks to advanced health sensors that, combined with a new machine learning algorithm, bring you our most accurate heart rate tracking on a Fitbit tracker yet, and the ability to connect to compatible gym equipment and fitness apps to see your real-time heart rate during workouts. Plus, it’s helpful when you’re on the go with its new haptic side button, 7 days of battery life, and the ability to do even more right from your wrist — like control YouTube Music and use Google Maps and Wallet.
Here’s a look at all the ways the Fitbit Charge 6 can take your health and fitness up a notch.
Take a beat with improved heart rate tracking
Charge 6 debuts the most accurate heart rate on a Fitbit tracker yet, thanks to an improved machine learning algorithm that brings over innovation from the Pixel Watch and has been optimized for a tracker. Heart rate tracking during vigorous activities — like HIIT workouts, spinning and rowing — is up to 60% more accurate than before, giving you added confidence in your health stats. Better heart rate accuracy means even more precise readings for you — from calories and Active Zone Minutes to your Daily Readiness Score and Sleep Score. You can still assess your heart rhythm for atrial fibrillation on-wrist with the ECG app, and get high and low heart rate notifications, keeping your beat in check at all times.
See your live heart-pumping progress and connect to fitness apps and machines
Connect your Charge 6 to compatible exercise apps and machines to stay motivated at home or the gym. Easily and securely connect to compatible exercise equipment with encrypted Bluetooth — from NordicTrack, Peloton, Concept2 and Tonal — to see your real-time heart rate displayed live during a workout. You can also connect to see your real-time heart rate within popular Android and iOS phone or tablet fitness apps such as Peloton.
Fuel your fitness routine with more ways to track workouts and stay motivated
With even more personalized ways to track and stay motivated during workouts, you’re sure to get your movement in. Choose from more than 40 exercise modes — including 20 new options like HIIT, strength training and snowboarding— to get important workout stats. Need to track an outdoor workout? Leave your compatible phone at home thanks to Charge 6’s built-in GPS that allows you to easily track your distance.
With YouTube Music controls On Charge 6, you can be the DJ of your workouts as you start, stop and skip over 100 million songs right from your wrist. When you want to change things up, YouTube Music Premium can also recommend workout mixes based on your exercise.
Bring the helpful tools you need, on-the-go
For the first time, we’re bringing helpful Google tools to a tracker. Charge 6 will have Google Maps and Google Wallet, making it convenient to go from workouts to errands and everywhere in between. Navigate on the go using Google Maps to get turn-by-turn directions right on your wrist, or grab a post-workout snack using Google Wallet to make contactless payments. With just the right smarts you need for your daily routine, it’s never been easier to explore a new running route and quickly tap to pay for a recovery smoothie on the way home.
Charge 6 also features our first Accessibility feature on a Fitbit device with Zoom + Magnification. With just a couple of taps anywhere on the screen, you can magnify on-screen words if it’s difficult to read small text or you prefer a larger font.
Make sense of your wellbeing
Charge 6 health and wellness features are built from Fitbit’s advanced sensors that power in-depth insights. Here are some of the ways it helps you keep tabs on your health:
Wake up to your Sleep Score each morning to assess how well you slept based on the time you’re in different sleep stages, your heart rate while sleeping, how restless you were and more.
Manage your stress with an electrodermal activity (EDA) scan to measure your body’s physical responses in the moment and get actionable guidance on how to manage your stress. Check your Stress Management Score to see how well your body is handling stress and make a plan for the day.
Access other health metrics like blood oxygen saturation (SpO2), heart rate variability, breathing rate and more.
With six months of Fitbit Premium included, you can access thousands of workout sessions like HIIT, cycling, dance cardio and more, as well as a range of mindfulness sessions.
The all-new Fitbit app helps you focus on your goals and understand the metrics that matter to you like Daily Readiness Score, a Premium feature that helps you understand your body’s readiness to tackle a tough workout or take a day to recover, with daily activity recommendations based on your score.
Ready to get that Fitbit feeling? Beginning today, you can pre-order Charge 6 online for $159.95 at the Google Store, Fitbit.com or select global retailers with worldwide availability coming later this fall. It comes in three color options: Obsidian, Porcelain and Coral. There are also new accessories to fit your style for any occasion available on Fitbit.com — whether you’re getting the new Charge 6 or want to freshen up another Fitbit device. Check out the Ocean woven band and Hazel sport band for Charge 6 and Charge 5; a Desert Tan leather and Ocean woven sport band for Fitbit smartwatches; and translucent bands and a matte black stainless steel mesh band for Inspire 3.
NAD Electronics, a leading manufacturer of premium audio and video products, is excited to announce NAD Vintage Listening Sessions, a series of global retail events connecting fans with the brand’s storied legacy and deep rooted history in hi-fi. These special in-store events provide a deep look at NAD’s history with a branded activation featuring vintage products, expertly curated playlists, and demos of the C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier. The Vintage Listening Sessions will take place September 2023 to February 2024 at participating NAD retailers.
EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS OF AUDIO LEGACY AND INNOVATION
These special events will embrace the last five decades of acoustic design and innovation with a display of iconic NAD products and other exclusive promotional activities. The new C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier will be available for private in-store demos, in addition to demos of the original NAD 3030 at select locations.
The C 3050 Stereophonic Amplifier combines NAD’s iconic sound with a retro design inspired by the classic NAD 3030. It employs advanced audio processing and the latest generation of HybridDigital™ amplification to deliver 100 watts per channel of FDP-rated power with stunning clarity and virtually unmeasurable distortion. The NAD C 3050 is also constructed with NAD’s patented MDC 2 technology and can be upgraded to include features such as BluOS®, Apple AirPlay 2, and Dirac Live Room Correction
CURATED VINTAGE PLAYLISTS BY INDUSTRY ICONS
Each Vintage Listening Sessions event will feature specially curated playlists that transport them back to the 1970s, and the debut of the original NAD 3030. Playlists will be handcrafted by notable industry figures, including British producer EG White, emerging UK recording artist Benny Atlas, and NAD Product Manager, Cas Oostvogel. Select events to include other special guests and curators.
