Month: October 2025

Geekplus unveils new Robot Arm Picking Station

Geekplus (Stock Code: 2590.HK), the global leader in warehouse robotics,has unveiled its new Robot Arm Picking Station, marking the industry’s first end-to-end unmanned picking solution, and a major leap from “partial automation” to “full-process intelligence”. The breakthrough sets a new benchmark for warehouse automation and redefines what’s possible in unmanned logistics.

 “This new solution marks a key milestone in our journey toward general-purpose warehouse robotics,” said Yong Zheng, Founder and CEO of Geekplus. “With the picking process now fully automated, our next focus is on the packing stage, where robotic arm packing technologies are under active development. Supported by our deep technical expertise and innovation capabilities, we’re confident that full-process unmanned warehouses will soon become a reality.”

At the core of the new workstation is Geek+ Brain, which overcomes one of the toughest challenges in warehouse automation: enabling robotic arms to precisely pick and adapt to large, diverse SKU inventories across multiple product types and industries.

 The Robot Arm Picking Station delivers three core advantages:

  1. Plug-and-Play Agility:
    Trained on massive real-world data, Geek+ Brain’s general model enables intelligent recognition and grasping of tens of thousands of SKUs, including irregular and soft-packaged goods, without retraining. Its modular design supports 48-hour rapid deployment and flexible expansion to adapt to seasonal or packaging changes.
  2. Ultra Efficiency:
    Lightweight model optimization achieves millisecond-level inference speed and smooth coordination across workflows, delivering multiple times the picking efficiency of manual labor and supporting 24/7 continuous operation. Advanced features such as Double Pick verification and scanning modules ensure near-zero errors and consistent, predictable performance.
  3. Data Security by Design:
    All model processing and data operations occur on-premises, eliminating cloud transmission risks and ensuring compliance with the strictest enterprise data privacy standards.

 The new workstation completes the final link in Geekplus’ full-process unmanned picking chain. Seamlessly integrated with the company’s AMR portfolio, it can be easily embedded into existing warehouse workflows.

 Supporting both single-order picking (for real-time responsiveness) and batch picking (for optimized throughput), the solution addresses complex business needs across e-commerce, retail, pharmaceuticals, and 3PL operations.

Geekplus’ leadership in full-process unmanned warehouse automation is powered by its unified technology architecture. Through a cohesive software ecosystem and a complete AMR product portfolio, Geekplus enables multi-solution collaboration across warehouse processes, significantly reducing integration costs and complexity.

About Geekplus

Geekplus is a global leader in mobile robotics technologies. We develop innovative robotics solutions for order fulfilment. More than 850 global industry leaders use our solutions to realize flexible, reliable, and highly efficient automation for warehouses and supply chain management.

CHERRY releases new ProScroll technology and the STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE

The new CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE is the ideal solution for anyone who values efficiency, comfort and precision. The set includes a wireless mouse and keyboard designed to perform across a range of tasks, from software development and graphic design to managing complex spreadsheets and extended coding sessions.

“The CHERRY STREAM ULTIMATE series is built to make precision feel easy. With the CHERRY ProScroll wheel powered by electromagnetic technology, you can pick from preset modes or fine-tune the feel to suit your work. From tactile steps for detailed tasks to freewheeling for fast navigation. Combined with great ergonomics and flexible wireless connectivity, the STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE is built to keep you comfortable and in control wherever you work”, says Joakim Jansson, Head of Product & Portfolio at CHERRY.

CHERRY STREAM MOUSE ULTIMATE features ProScroll technology, offering a fresh level of scrolling customisation with four preset profiles, basic, smooth, control and precision, each designed to deliver distinct resistance, tactile feedback and speed.

Users can customise the scroll wheel using CHERRY UTILITY software, which offers control over seven parameters such as drag force, free-running, grid resistance and an optional blocking function. With up to 288 million possible combinations, the mouse can be tailored to individual preferences. Profiles can be saved locally and reloaded whenever needed.

The ergonomic design of the CHERRY STREAM MOUSE ULTIMATE, complete with a textured thumb rest, is built for comfort during long working days. With seven buttons, including two side buttons and a DPI/profile switch ranging from 1000 to 4000 DPI, the mouse offers flexible customisation alongside the ProScroll wheel. Low-noise buttons help maintain a quiet and focused working environment.

By combining dual Bluetooth® 5.2, 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity and a USB-C cable the mouse is highly versatile, with support for up to four devices. Its sleek design, featuring black marble accents and bronze highlights, ensures the CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE complements modern workspaces.

The new wireless CHERRY STREAM KEYBOARD ULTIMATE stands out for its thoughtful design and practical features. Its CHERRY SX scissor mechanism delivers precise, quiet and comfortable typing, while white backlighting with five brightness levels ensures clear visibility in any lighting. Additional status LEDs provide instant updates on key functions such as active connections and caps lock status.

Three adjustable tilt angles (0°, 4°, 8°), a sturdy metal plate and rubberised feet offer ergonomic comfort and reliable support. Eight hotkeys for media and office functions speed up your workflow, while the integrated Co-Pilot button provides direct access to AI support. The battery lasts up to five months on a single charge, ensuring uninterrupted work.

The CHERRY STREAM DESKTOP ULTIMATE, which includes a wireless keyboard and mouse, will be available in stores soon with an RRP of £174.99. The CHERRY STREAM MOUSE ULTIMATE is already available at £89.99, while the CHERRY KEYBOARD ULTIMATE (UK layout) is set to launch shortly at £104.99.

Further information on CHERRY products can be found at: https://www.cherry.de/en-gb

Particula Launches Harry Potter GoChess Wizard

Particula, the pioneer in blending classic games with modern technology, announced the release of the Harry Potter™ GoChess Wizard Mini together with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP). It’s a smart connected chess experience that brings the wonder of Wizard’s Chess seen in the Harry Potter films directly into homes around the world. 

Built for Fans. Engineered for Play. 

 GoChess Wizard perfectly blends advanced technology with the magic of the wizarding world. Every piece and the board design are authentic recreations. With stone-inspired finish, bold silhouettes, and every noble detail meticulously crafted to mirror the iconic look of the Wizard’s Chess with almost flawless accuracy. Smart personal coaching guides your strategy, colourful lights illuminate your path to victory, and the mobile app enables you to play online, solo vs. the board, or with fellow wizards and witches from every corner of the planet. 

It makes a thoughtful gift for Harry Potter fans of all ages and serves as a collectible piece that’s meant to be displayed and cherished for years. 

Next-Level Chess Experience for Every Player 

Beyond its magical design, the Harry Potter GoChess board features numerous innovative features.  

  • 32 Difficulty Levels to Match Your Skills: Players can explore 32 progressive levels of play against the board, challenge themselves and master chess step by step.
  • Intelligent Real-Time Personal Coaching : Built-in colourful lights indicate the best piece to move, illuminate possible and best moves, highlight powerful strategies, and alert of critical blunders.
  • Connected Global Play: The GoChess app seamlessly connects to Chess.com and Lichess, unlocking a global chess community of over 200+ million players. Users can now play face to face, or challenge anyone in the world using a physical chessboard, or hone their skills against their smart chessboard.
  • Premium, Portable Design: Available in the UK in the Mini (travel-friendly) version, the set features premium materials, a rechargeable battery, Bluetooth connectivity, and a mobile/tablet stand for digital integration. 

“Interactive chess boards have mystified people for almost two centuries, since the Turk first debuted in the 1800s, and more recently in the Harry Potter stories,” said Particula CEO Udi Dor. “GoChess finally makes this magic happen, and what better way to do it than teaming up with WBDGCP to bring Wizard’s chess to real life.” 

For decades, Harry Potter fans have dreamed of commanding the legendary wizard’s chess army seen in “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.” Now, the wait is over. Every chess match feels like stepping into Hogwarts with Ron Weasley, Harry Potter, and Hermione Granger, battling for glory on the magical chessboard. 

Availability 

The Harry Potter GoChess Wizard Mini is available from Very now for £248.99, with Currys and Argos availability due soon. Each set includes 32 film-authentic chess pieces, an enchanted smart chessboard, premium storage pouches, a USB-C power supply, and a mobile/tablet stand for seamless gameplay

Science Week celebrates 30th anniversary

Marking its 30th anniversary, Science Week, will take place across Ireland from 9-16 November, with 14 festivals and a huge variety of events set to take place nationwide. Coordinated by Research Ireland, Science Week is an annual week-long celebration of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM).

With this year’s theme of ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’, Research Ireland is encouraging people to explore how science and research have shaped and improved the lives we live today, while also looking at the questions and challenges of tomorrow, and how insights from the past can influence our future decisions.

A wide range of festivals and events will take place across Ireland as part of Science Week, from an Immersive Sustainable Escape Room to an Otter Spotters Roadshow, there is something for everybody.  There will be two showcase events in Cork and Dublin that are not to be missed:

 

  • Cork: Renowned spectacle theatre company Macnas will make its Cork premiere at Marina Market for Science Week 2025. On Sunday, 9 November, Macnas will bring its vibrant troupe of drummers, stilt walkers, sculptures, and puppets to Cork city to tell a powerful story about biodiversity loss and the gradual disappearance of the corncrake across Ireland. Known for its distinctive and recognisable call, the corncrake’s decline serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to protect habitats and biodiversity. An installation inspired by the performance will remain at Marina Market, alongside the Science Week-funded SpaceFest, until Thursday, 13 November.
  • Dublin: Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon Lands in Merrion Square to celebrate 30 years of Science Week. Internationally acclaimed artist Luke Jerram will bring his breathtaking installation, Museum of the Moon, to Merrion Square, Dublin, from 13–15 November. The seven-metre illuminated sphere, featuring detailed imagery of the lunar surface from NASA, offers visitors an extraordinary opportunity to experience the Moon up close. Suspended in one of Dublin’s most iconic city parks, the artwork invites reflection on our relationship with the night sky, the planet, and beyond.

Some other events taking place not to be missed include:

  • Then, Today and Tomorrow – Exploring a Changing Ocean Around Us – Galway – November 15th, 10am – 5pm

Join the aquarium team and friends to explore the past, present and future of the ocean and waters of Ireland. Explore our marine heritage and past, meet our animals and discover the habitats they live in, and consider the ocean and waterways of the future. Visitors will be to join hourly feeding tours and meet our team at activity stations around the aquarium.

  • The Science of Storytelling – Dublin – November 9th, 4 30pm – 5 30pm

Storytelling is as old as time, but what about the science behind it? Join neuroscientist Shane O’Mara, author of Talking Heads: The New Science of How Conversation Shapes Our Worlds, master traditional storyteller Niall de Búrca and science writer Claire O’Connell as we delve into communication, connection, and why storytelling remains such a powerful form of human expression.

  • Let’s Talk Science Festival – Dublin – November 8th, 10am – 4pm

The Let’s Talk Science Festival is back at the Rediscovery Centre – and this year we’re celebrating 10 years of science, curiosity and fun! Join us on Saturday 8th November for our special anniversary festival with the theme “10 Years of Let’s Talk Science”. It’s an all-day, family-friendly event packed with exciting STEM activities for all ages.

  • Teddy Bears Hospital – Athlone

This event is part of the Midlands Science Festival and will be hosted by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Paediatrics Society through a special pop up teddy bears hospital in Athlone. This event introduces children to healthcare in a fun and friendly way, helping to ease any worries they may have surrounding the hospital environment. Through a number of stations such as the emergency station, phlebotomy, or pharmacy, every teddy bear brought along will receive a wide range of care and a fun experience through the Teddy Bear Hospital.

Dr Ruth Freeman, Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland said: “For 30 years, Science Week has been sparking curiosity and bringing people together through science. Our anniversary theme of ‘Then. Today. Tomorrow.’ is a chance to both celebrate the endeavours of yesteryear that have brought us to where we are today, and to consider what may lie ahead for individuals, families, communities, Ireland, and the entire planet. We’re delighted to see such a wide range of events taking place across the country again this year. The success and appeal of Science Week is due primarily to the creativity and tireless work of local organisers and volunteers. I want to sincerely thank them for making Science Week such a vibrant, nationwide celebration.”

 Speaking about the Museum of the Moon installation, Luke Jerram said: “The Museum of the Moon has travelled the world, but there’s something truly special about bringing it to Dublin to mark such a milestone for Science Week. It’s about inspiring wonder — and seeing our shared world from a new perspective.”

For more information on how to get involved, please visit https://www.scienceweek.ie/. You can also follow developments using the hashtags #scienceweek and #ThenTodayTomorrow.

Cyber Threats Could Force 1 in 4 SMEs to Shut Down After a Ransomware Attack

The latest Vodafone Business Cybersecurity Threat Report reveals a stark reality for Ireland’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), warning that 28% of businesses would be at risk of shutting down after just one ransomware attack, while 94% of Irish SMEs admit they feel unprepared to defend against advanced cyber threats.
With cyber criminals increasingly harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to launch faster, more convincing and more adaptive attacks, the report warns that no business is immune to risk.
AI: The Game-Changer in Cybercrime
The report highlights how AI is now being used to clone voices, impersonate trusted executives, and create highly realistic phishing campaigns, making it harder than ever for busy SMEs to spot malicious activity. These sophisticated identity hacks can lead to operational shutdowns, exposure of sensitive customer data, and long-term reputational damage to businesses.
The financial impact is expected to surge with cybercrime-related costs projected to rise by nearly 50% over the next three years as AI-driven attacks continue to evolve.
The report highlights the emergence of adaptive AI malware, a type of malicious software that can learn and adapt its tactics to evade detection. Traditional antivirus systems are becoming less effective against these shape-shifting threats, signalling a critical need for stronger, AI-enabled defences.
As Irish SMEs begin integrating AI tools into everyday operations, from automating customer service to analysing data, the research shows that 50% of small and mid-sized enterprises ranked cybersecurity among their top five priorities. However, 69% of SMEs admit they lack the proper cybersecurity measures to deploy these technologies safely. This gap is leaving many businesses exposed to new forms of cyberattacks.
However, Vodafone Ireland, connectivity and technology partner to six in ten Irish businesses, emphasises that there are practical steps SMEs can take to strengthen their cybersecurity, such as employee training, software updates, multi-factor authentication, regular backups, and partnering with expert providers for monitoring and threat detection. These measures can help businesses close gaps without requiring extensive IT expertise.
Speaking on the findings, Sinead Perry, Head of SMB Sales – Small & Medium Business at Vodafone Ireland, warned that no business is too small to be a target:
“The scale of AI-powered attacks means no business is too small or too remote to go unnoticed. If you’re online, you’re on the radar. For SMEs, the risk is real – they are big enough to be a target but often don’t have the same security resources as larger firms.”
“Attackers only need to succeed once, while your defences must work every time. Irish SMEs now face two major challenges: defending against AI-driven threats and ensuring their own use of AI is secure.”
“Today, SMEs manage more data than ever before and operate in a complex digital environment that rivals larger businesses. This makes them attractive targets, and with AI in the mix, this threat is evolving fast. SMEs must act now to strengthen their resilience and protect the future of their business. With 2.4 million customers in Ireland, Vodafone is a trusted connectivity and technology partner, uniquely positioned to support SMEs in navigating today’s cybersecurity challenges. This is why at Vodafone Ireland, we are working with leading global technology partners, like Google, Microsoft
and Zscaler, to help SMEs build stronger, smarter defences and protect the future of their businesses.”
The full Vodafone Business Cybersecurity Threat Report is available to download via the V-Hub knowledge centre: https://v-hub.vodafone.ie/knowledge-centre/how-to-defend-smes-from-rising-ai-driven-cyber-attacks.

How to Identify the Best Sustainability Courses for Business Leaders?

The need to be sustainable has never been as intense in the current fast moving business environment. Leaders understand that it is not only a moral but a strategic need to incorporate the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. The drivers of this change are the growing stakeholder demands, the regulation requirements, and the effects of the climate change and social inequality. The rate of change in this paradigm is fast leading to the need of specialized knowledge and skills in sustainable business practices.

ESG courses come in at this stage and provide a systematic way in which professionals can enrich their knowledge and improve their ability to effect positive change. However, with an increase in the number of offerings, how does a business leader with a keen sense of discernment identify the most sound sustainability courses that genuinely align with their career aspirations and organizational needs? This guide will explore key considerations all of which can assist you to navigate through the education landscape and make an informed choice that can launch your leadership in the sustainable age.

Understanding Your Needs and Goals

Before you find a sustainability course, you need to assess what you already know, what you want to achieve in your career and what concerns you in an organization. Specify the need or not of a simple understanding or technical expertise in areas like finance of renewable energy, circular economy responses, or sustainable supply chain control. The reason this is necessary is in order to assist in customizing your educational experience in a way that it may have maximum impact on your professional life and your organizations endeavors to be sustainable.

Take into account your status, such as executive, manager or future professional to distinguish between introductory courses, specialized certifications, and executive education courses. Such self-evaluation will assist in narrowing down, making sure that the course fits your particular needs.

Key Criteria for Evaluating Sustainability Courses

When you have quite a clear picture of your needs, you may start to assess the possible sustainability courses according to a number of important parameters. These are the requirements that will assist you in determining the quality and appropriateness of a program and therefore will give the best returns in terms of investment in terms of time and resource usage.

1. Curriculum Relevance and Depth

Review course syllabus. Find a curriculum that is both theoretically and practically balanced with a range of case studies and practical projects. As a leader, a course that explores strategic sustainability, risk management, stakeholder engagement and impact measurement are of special value.

2. Faculty Expertise and Industry Experience

Conduct an investigation on the faculty. Are they well-educated, experienced in the industry and with successful sustainability history? Their life experience may be invaluable.

3. Program Format and Flexibility

Bear in mind the format that most effectively fits your learning style and schedule: face-to-face, online, hybrid, self-paced, or cohort-based. Online courses are flexible, yet they offer enough possibilities in terms of communication.

4. Accreditation and Reputation

The reputation of the institution offering the same and accreditation by known organizations can lend a lot of weight. Search through testimonials, networks and industry reputation that can help determine the status of a program.

5. Networking Opportunities

The courses that provide strong networking with other business leaders, sustainability professionals and faculty can be incredibly useful. Such networks are capable of producing new knowledge, collaborations and employment.

6. Practical Application and Impact

Does the course focus on the practical tools, frameworks, and methods you can apply in your position immediately? Find programs where the participants are encouraged to come up with projects or strategies that can be implemented.

Types of Sustainability Courses for Business Leaders

To narrow your search further, it is useful to know the various types of sustainability courses they offer that are aligned to different learning outcomes and career levels:

1. Executive Education Programs

Targeted at top managers and executives, such programs usually provide a strategic perspective on sustainability, including bringing the factors of ESG into business strategy, risk management and corporate governance. They can be short, intensive and offered by the best business schools and they offer high-level information without a long-term academic commitment. Such programs are suitable to busy professionals who should get the strategic implications of sustainability fast.

2. Graduate Degrees and Certificates

To go a little further and gain a formal degree, one can choose MBA programs with a sustainability focus, a Master’s degree in Environmental Management, or a graduate certificate. They offer in-depth information in multiple areas of sustainability and are best suited to individuals in the field who intend to make a radical career shift towards full-time sustainability work or to enhance their professional competence to a new level. They tend to include intense academic research and study.

3. Online Courses and MOOCs

Online courses such as Coursera, edX and university-specific online courses are less rigid and can be less expensive. These may be basic courses that offer a basic knowledge to the highly specialized subjects which may enable you to study at your own speed. Some of them are self-paced, whereas others can have cohort-based learning, where the instructor interacts and learners collaborate with each other, as it offers a structured but flexible learning environment.

4. Professional Certifications

Professional accreditation in certain fields of sustainability, e.g., LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) of green building, or sustainable finance, are offered by multiple organizations. They are superb in showing specialized knowledge in a specific field and may make you have more credibility in certain areas of the industry. They frequently need to take an exam and may need further education.

5. Custom Corporate Training

Individual organizations have custom sustainability training programs available in many institutions and consulting firms. In case the company is interested in upskilling a group of people or solving certain sustainability issues that are specific to your industry, then a bespoke course can be developed to meet those specific requirements. The programs are offered locally or online and are very useful in creating a sense of collective comprehension and uniformity of approach to sustainability in an organization.

Emerging Trends in Sustainability Education

Sustainability is a dynamic discipline and education does capture the same. The important trends to consider during selection of course include:

1. ESG Integration and Reporting

The most important courses are those that concentrate on strong ESG integration in financial decision-making, performance measurement and transparent reporting. It is essential to learn such frameworks as SASB, GRI, TCFD.

2. Circular Economy Principles

Courses that provide practical strategies of introducing circularity in a business operation are very helpful.

3. Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience

Climate risk assessment, adaptation plans, and low-carbon transition plans education is on the rise.

4. Biodiversity and Nature-Based Solutions

Courses that delve into nature-based solutions, ecosystem services and how they can be incorporated in the business models are leading.

5. Digital Tools and Data Analytics

Find programs that include data analytics, AI, and blockchain use in sustainability management.

6. Social Equity and Just Transition

Holistic leadership requires courses that consider human rights, labor practices, community engagement, and a just transition to all the stakeholders.

Conclusion

Making a proper sustainability course choice is a landmark decision of every business leader who is interested in managing the intricacies of the contemporary economy and making a positive change. It is an investment in your personal development, as well as the future effectiveness and strength of your organization.

After critically analyzing your own needs, examining curriculum relevance, evaluating faculty competency, and program format and reputation, then you can be sure that you have chosen a program that gives you the knowledge and skills needed to become a leader in the sustainable age. Sustainability education is a multifaceted landscape with opportunities at all the levels of experience and aspiration. You are seeking to have a general knowledge base, become the specialist in a certain field, or bring the transformative change to the executive stage, you will find the course that will help you achieve your goals.

The knowledge you will acquire during such programs will enable you to incorporate the environment, social, and governance aspect in the main business strategies, which will promote innovation, reduce risks, and build long-term value to all the stakeholders. Finally, it is not only a matter of compliance or reputation when investing in high-quality Sustainability courses; it is a matter of creating a more sustainable, fair, and successful future of your business and the world.

iClever BTH24 Auraa ANC Headphones for Kids Review

The iClever BTH24 Auraa ANC Headphones for Kids are their latest new ones on offer and these have a nice trick up their sleeve which is you can pair two sets together.

You may ask why is this a trick well say if you have two kids the same age or thereabouts they can both listen to the same thing on the go or at home and this means it can free up both kids should you be busy and if they are watching a film for instance at home or even in the car it is happy days keeping them both occupied.

The headphones are robust and come in nice colours for boys and girls and they are simple to use they also have a light on both sides which could be handy in dark rooms for kids who are not so fond on the dark.

There is an array of buttons on one side and they control the lights power ANC on and off skip and reverse tracks play and pause music and also allow access to your voice assistant on device and also call management which we go through in the full hands on video review below.

These are also very comfortable to wear for a long time come with great battery life too and have quick charge which is 10 minutes charging giving you 8 hours of play and up to 75 hours in total depending on your settings.

These come with bluetooth 6.0 class 2 wireless tech and also have wired connection with 3.5mm cable all which comes in the box with a USB-C charging cable they also have sound protection to protect your kids ears and have ANC on board which is pretty good for a kids pair of headphones.

Overall from a kids point of view these are really good and I would have no problem using them myself the sound is good no tinny sound lag latecny or any features you can find in general headphones they are built well look really nice and a perfect fit for kids and a great idea for a present coming up to Christmas.

 

 

Features

  • [Supreme Noise Reduction Tech]: With up to 35 dB of noise reduction (ANC + PNC), these kids headphones wireless cut flight noise down to a safe level. A unique acoustic chamber and noise reduction circuit work together to protect young ears and create a calm listening space. Even in wired mode, noise cancellation stays active for a truly peaceful journey.
  • [Stable Connection]: Powered by Bluetooth 6.0 and Class 2 wireless tech, these noise cancelling headphones for kids deliver a longer, more stable connection with lower power use and latency. They can link to more devices over greater distances, expanding coverage, reducing signal loss and enjoying uninterrupted audio freedom.
  • [No More Battery Anxiety]: With ANC on, these kids wireless headphones offer up to 47 hours of playback with lights off (28.3 with lights on)—perfect for long trips or daily use. A quick 10-minute charge gives 8 hours of play (ANC, lights off), and the included 3.5 mm cable keeps music going even when the battery runs out.
  • [Safeguard Children’s Hearing]: Designed to meet WHO safety standards, these noise cancelling toddler headphones cap volume at 80 dBA and employ iClever’s Sound Refiner to reduce harmful 2–4 kHz peaks, doubling ear protection. With LHDC audio coding, they deliver over twice the data rate for richer, clearer sound.
  • [Exclusive Design for Kids]: Specially designed for children, these kids noise cancelling headphones feature 304 stainless steel arms for exceptional bend resistance and a thickened ABS headband built to withstand daily bumps and wear. Oversized, cushioned earcups paired with a widened headband offer greater contact and support, ensuring all-day comfort.

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Imagine freezes broadband prices until 2030

Imagine – Ireland’s independent broadband provider – has announced a price freeze until 2030 on all fibre broadband plans, guaranteeing customers that their monthly bill won’t change between now and then.

The move directly challenges the industry trend of short-term deals followed by steep increases and annual inflation-linked price hikes. Imagine provides fibre and 5G mobile broadband throughout Ireland and promises one clear price until 2030 that can save households and businesses up to €1,247 over five years compared to competitors*.

Imagine is also offering leave anytime flexibility across all broadband packages, giving stability without being tied into 12 or 24-month contracts.

Recent national research by Ipsos B&A (2025) highlights widespread frustration among broadband users in Ireland:

  • 79% are tired of constant price hikes.
  • 71% say cost is their top reason for switching.
  • 54% believe all broadband providers are the same.
  • Nearly half have been with their provider less than two years.

Niall Tallon, Chief Executive Officer, Imagine, said: “We want to reimagine what broadband can be in Ireland and give customers a real alternative that is fair, honest, and free from the usual tricks. Nobody wants to deal with annual inflationary price hikes or switching when short-term offers expire. People want price stability and simple, no-nonsense high-speed connectivity”.

“Imagine has a long history of doing things differently. We were the first to bring high-speed broadband to rural communities when others didn’t. We’re still that independent company challenging the status quo. Our five-year price freeze, straightforward customer journey, and leave-anytime flexibility aren’t available anywhere else”, added Tallon.

“Why sign a contract for one price and end up paying double within a year? It doesn’t make sense. We are rewarding loyalty and are the only broadband provider that can look you in the eye and say: your fibre broadband bill won’t change until 2030.”

Imagine’s new fibre broadband packages include plans for €55 a month for 500MB, with speeds going up to 2GB, and they are available nationwide. All packages include leave-anytime flexibility, meaning no 12-month or 24-month contracts or hidden fees.

For more information, go to imagine.ie

90% of Irish van and lorry drivers ready for in-cab AI coaching

A new European wide survey from Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset solutions, reveals that Irish van and lorry drivers have a clear vision for the future of in-cab technology, with 90% stating they would be more comfortable with instant audio coaching. The technology uses AI to analyse in-cab video in real time, rather than storing inward-facing footage for later review.

The study of over 3,500 professional drivers across seven European countries, including 500 in Ireland, examined driver attitudes towards the use of in-cab dashcams. While 96% of Irish van and lorry drivers are concerned about the use of in-cab cameras, almost just as many (95%) would be willing to overlook these concerns if footage could prove they were not at fault after a collision. This reveals a fundamental “privacy versus protection” dilemma at the heart of Irish driver’s attitudes, highlighting that they are not against technology, but are instead weighing the benefit of potential exoneration against a wide spectrum of worries.

Irish driver concerns are widespread and varied, with no single issue forming a majority. 41% worry that road-facing footage could be used out of context, failing to show the full picture of an event, while 39% are concerned that the footage could be used unfairly against them for disciplinary action. 37% said the dashcam technology makes them feel as though they are being spied on or shows a lack of trust from their employer. The varied barriers to the adoption of video cameras reflected by the study reveals an urgent education gap that cannot be overlooked by fleet managers.

“The data shows that Irish drivers are pragmatic and forward-thinking”, said Edward Kulperger, Senior Vice President, EMEA at Geotab. “Professional drivers are clearly open to technology that protects them and promotes safer roads, provided it’s implemented transparently and with respect for their privacy. Technology like in-cab cameras can play a vital role in protecting drivers and improving road safety, but trust is key. Drivers want reassurance that data is used responsibly and in their best interests and innovations such as real-time AI coaching show how safety and privacy can work hand in hand.”

The survey confirms earlier findings from Geotab’s driver research noting nearly 73% of Irish drivers support adopting technology to enhance their performance. This new data notes that a combined 69% are positive about using footage for coaching, provided it is constructive and collaborative, with none of the respondents stating they see no benefit at all in having a dashcam. When asked about the biggest benefits, drivers cited improving their own standards through coaching, increased security, and proving they were not at fault in a collision, further underlining their dual interest in both professional development and personal protection.