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One Plus annoy fans with no #OxygenOS update or release date. #OnePlus #OnePlusOne by @jimboireland

Today One Plus was to release the much awaited OxygenOS to its user,but sadly this has not happened despite them saying several employees are using it as we speak,citing they await certification is the response they have given but its not pleasing fans and its not good new either but in the long run i guess its better to do things right and just wait.

In a post made on the forums today staff member Helen broke the news..

 

Hi, this is Helen, Head of Mobile Product at OnePlus. My team and I have been working on OxygenOS for the past several months. It was our sincere hope to release the result of our hard work to all of you today. Unfortunately, we were unable to meet this date and we are as disappointed as you are. On behalf of myself and my team, I would like to apologize for this wait.

The ROM is fully functional and we have quite a few people in the office running it on their own devices without any issues. The delay is caused by extra quality control. We want to make sure that OxygenOS passes Google certification, that all future updates can be OTA’ed properly, and that users from all over the world are able to use OxygenOS in the language of their choice.

 

OOS

We know you’ve been waiting for a long time, and we owe you answers. So, until OxygenOS is officially released, we will share our progress with you. Every day, no matter how big or small the news is, this post will be updated with information in order to give you more visibility into the process. As for a release date, we will release as soon as we feel that it’s good enough for you and it will be very soon.

Most of you are probably also wondering when CM12 will be available. While we don’t have a lot of influence over CM’s release schedule nor development progress, we’ve been providing resources and scheduling test cycles to help with this last stretch. Together, we’re working to deliver CM12 to you as soon as possible.

Stay tuned over HERE or watch for further announcements..

How do you feel with this announcement ?

 

 

Mobiles phones made from grass could be the next thing.. #Recycling #Mobile by @jimboireland #Grass

Ok so we like to do our part for the environment,who does not but millions of phones are recycled each year and manufacturers are trying harder to make our devices more environmentally friendly its been a practice some time now.

On average i would go through about 20-30 devices at least per year due to my interests but most of these devices are high end and i don’t particularly hang on to low end or entry level devices that long and either pass them on or donate to charity,i would do this with some of my high ends pending the condition,if not they are passed on to family or friends,but i keep some for testing purposes etc..

Today the BBC reports something perhaps not so new in hindsight but something that could be a new thing and more common than expected and thats phones made from grass,yes you read this correctly PHONES MADE FROM GRASS.

A designer called Sean Miles has created such a device,well albeit partially made from grass… the rest is recycled material.the cover actually looks nice and not something unfamiliar we have not seen before when it comes to cases with designs or patterns,so its just a matter of the case being more real than picturesque as they would look today on Amazon or eBay.Recently 02  had one of these made from Twickenhams rugby pitch clippings.

 

 

It is the first mobile phone made entirely from recycled and natural products, he says.

The phone’s casing – which is integrated into the phone – is made from recycled resin and specially treated grass clippings.

“This creates a composite material, like carbon fibre”, says Mr Miles, which can be used as an alternative to plastic injection moulding.

Mr Miles was originally commissioned to make the phone as a one-off by O2 Recycle, a division of the mobile phone giant, to highlight the value of recycling.

 

 

What do you think of this idea,would this put you off a phone made from such materials or would you prefer it and help contribute more to the environment ?

Source Video of the device is in link.

AT LAST – The Nexus 6 is available on the Irish Play store. #Nexus6 #GooglePlay by @jimboireland

If you are waiting for the Nexus 6,the wait is over. Google Play now has the device on-line after many months of waiting..It’s also available now in Denmark,Finland, Austria, Norway and Portugal. The Nexus 6 comes in 32 GB or 64 GB. Midnight Blue or Cloud White.For the past while people could purchase the Nexus 6 from Argos or Amazon.

  • The six-inch Quad HD display works for everything from e-books and docs to movies and games.
  • Dual front-facing speakers deliver stereo sound so you can truly immerse yourself in videos and games.
  • The 13 megapixel camera’s optical image stabilization and automatic HDR+ let you take your best possible photos with the least possible effort.
  • The large 3220 mAh battery provides up to 24 hours per charge. The Motorola Turbo Charger gives you a quick burst of power when your battery needs it the most. When charging newer Motorola phones, like the Nexus 6, all it takes is 15 minutes to get up to 6 additional hours of battery life.
  • With Nexus 6, you’ll be the first to get the latest Android updates from Google. It means you’ll have the newest version of Android so you can enjoy the latest features and enhancements.

The Nexus 6 will cost €599 for base model 32GB and €649 for the 64GB model..  See HERE for more

Check out our unboxing and walkaround below… Also available is the Naked Tough case for the Nexus 6 for €30.

The Olio Model One – A new smart watch that looks pretty cool.. for $595. #Olio #Smartwatch by @jimboireland

Like it or not the smartwatch is here and its here to stay,how long is anyones guess but there has been plenty of watches announced this year so far which may look aesthetically well but this one is different plus it has the looks too and i like it. Im pretty reserved on smart watches even though i wear one,the Apple watch didnt do it for me but this has the looks and appears to have what it takes to set a new example going forward.This watch does have a moto 360 look to it which i currently own so perhaps thats why im drawn to it right now.

About Olio

Olio Devices is a new, design-focused company with a passion for enriching peoples’ lives through premium products and meaningful connectivity. We thoughtfully blend the highest quality materials with carefully crafted design and considered intelligence for products that are as immediately functional as they are enduring and expressive. With a passion for detail, simplicity and empowerment, the Olio team works hard to give you freedom of choice in what you wear and time to focus on what matters most to you.

 

 

From Press Release

  • Dynamic Visualizations: Olio’s interface maps the busiest parts your day, making personal bandwidth glanceable, while simultaneously creating a dynamic watch face that is unique you.
  • Temporal Streams: Access the right information at the right time, with notifications and information organized into two simple and intuitive time streams—earlier and later.

 

  • Olio Assist: A cloud-based personal assistant that contextualizes and understands your personal preferences to offer insightful and actionable suggestions.
  • Intelligent Actions: You can dismiss or respond to content with a simple swipe, and even have Olio Assist hold your calls/texts and remind you to respond at a later time.
  • Control Hub: Control relevant third party products like thermostats, lights, locks, cars, speakers, and services like payments, directions and music without searching or wrestling for your phone.
  • True Cross Platform Compatibility: Olio is an independent brand and offers freedom to connect with both Android and Apple phones, as well as a wide range of connected hardware products.

 

 

Read the full Press Release at Olio

 

 

BT launches the UK’s best value 4G mobile plan for BT Broadband customers. #4G #BT #Plans by @jimboireland

In the UK BT have shook up the market with a new announcement of 4G plans which is certainly good for competition,with plans that seem much better than here we look and say why,well obvious reasons being its a bigger market and they can afford to but this should not stop competition here in Ireland especially with 4G prices and especially the data caps which some are said to be UNLIMITED when in fact they are not so its always wise to read the small print…

The three new BT Mobile ‘bring your own phone’ (SIM Only) plans offer an unrivalled combination of fast 4G on the UK’s biggest mobile network and unlimited access to the UK’s largest wi-fi network of over 5 million BT Wifi hotspots.

If you’re in a BT Broadband home, you can get the best value 4G tariffs, saving up to 50% per cent on your BT Mobile bill compared to non-BT Broadband customers. Each account holder can have up to five discounted SIMs on their account – up to total of 10 per household. 

The new 12-month contract deals are ideal if you want to keep your current phone but add a great value bundle of 4G data, minutes and texts.  You can can also use your own 2G or 3G phone, or buy a new 4G phone from the BT Shop from just £99 with an exclusive voucher offer.

 

 

BT Mobile gives you control over your mobile spend and the flexibility to make the most of your plan. This includes a monthly spend cap that you can set yourself to avoid surprise bills, and the ability to monitor your spend through the BT Mobile App.

And if you find your usage changes, you can move to another plan without extending the length of your contract. This applies even if you move to a cheaper plan.  

BT Mobile customers can also get free BT Sport via the BT Sport App, even if they don’t have BT Broadband, and enjoy live and exclusive Barclays Premier League football matches.

See more over at BT 

aMemoryJog – The all in 1 iPhone Password Management App #Apps #iPhone #Security by @jimboireland #aMemoryJog

If you are an iPhone owner this is for you,With all the passwords we use today and surely more to follow this app can manage everything,The iPhone app securely stores passwords and other private information (accounts, frequent flyer information, reward cards and more). Information is backed up to the cloud and secured with 256-bit encryption. A unique feature allows iPhone users to remotely self-destruct the password data if their phone is lost or stolen..this app will also work with the iPhone 4,5,6 and 6Plus.

BASIC FEATURES:
• Remembers passwords and other private information
• Tracks accounts, credit cards, frequent flyer, loyalty card, and more
• Easy-to-setup categories, custom fields and unlimited notes
• Single tap access to your websites – fills in user names and passwords
• Secures stored information with bank-level 256-bit AES encryption
• Search feature finds any item containing the phrase typed in
• Provides a strong unique password generator
• Shields passwords from prying eyes with password masking
• Configurable timeout setting for automatic log out after an inactivity delay
• Supports English, Spanish, French, and German languages
• Supports Italian, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese languages

 

 

The basic aMemoryJog iPhone edition is free. It allows users to categorize and track passwords and other easyto-forget information. aMemoryJog auto-fills userid and passwords for websites, fostering easy access to secure sites. Available worldwide, aMemoryJog supports 8 languages. Additional features are available in the Professional edition and is accessible via an in-app purchase of $9.99. The Professional edition includes all of the features of the free edition but additionally provides backup and sync support. It is bundled with a free 1 year subscription to the web-based edition that allows users to access their information from the PC, Mac, tablet, or any other web-enabled mobile device with all information being synced. If the user’s phone is lost or stolen, they can set it to remotely self-destruct, protecting unauthorized access.

 

 

PREMIUM FEATURES (available with in-app purchase):
• Provides all features of the Basic edition but with no ads
• Includes a free web based edition accessible from PC, Mac or tablets
• Allows you to import data from a spreadsheet
• Cloud backups prevent loss of data if you restore your mobile device
• Syncs with the web edition
• Allows you to restore any deleted entry from a recycle bin
• Self-destruct feature erases data upon too many invalid password tries
• Remote self-destruct erases aMemoryJog data if phone is lost or stolen
• Data erased from self-destruct can later be restored from cloud backup

Download on iOS for free HERE and check out aMemoryJog

#Hannspree announce a smartwatch thats only £29. Affordable to say the least. by @jimboireland.

In a world of smart watches today it is not easy to find a cheap one,whilst they are coming down in price and companies are trying to make them cheaper Apple has to be the ones to reverse the price bracket people want,with a watch that has bells and whistles and one that sends vibrations to people via their wrist,swiftly moving on. Hanspree have announced a watch that costs on £30 and there is also an app for it too…

 

 

 

Now it does look plain to be fair and at the price what do you expect but its a step in the right direction to get people into the idea of wearing smart watches due to the cost of them now its not really took off to well especially here in Ireland..

The Sports Watch is a convenient life tool that offers exercise tracking functions, sleep monitoring, alerts, alarm and standard watch functionality. Trying to get fit? The on-board pedometer will count how many steps you are taking throughout the course of a day and feed the information to you for your assessment. It will also inform you of how many calories you are likely to have burned and the distance you have travelled giving you all the information you need to help you lose weight and stay healthy. Having trouble sleeping? Use the Sports Watch to monitor your sleeping patterns which may in turn help you identify times when you sleep well or are easily disturbed. You can see and monitor all of this data in real-time on the OLED screen. This is in addition to ordinary features such as time, date and battery level.

The new Hannspree Sports Watch also includes Bluetooth connectivity which means it can be synced with a Smartphone. Compatible with both Android and IOS, a free downloadable app is available for most modern Smartphones that enables you to review collected data in order to identify your very personal trends and provide you with the motivation to challenge yourself in future activities. The Sports Watch can store up to 20 days of data before it needs to be synced.

When a Smartphone is synced via Bluetooth, the Hannspree Sports watch can be used to alert you of incoming calls and messages. Handy if you regularly tuck your phone away safely or are required to turn your phone to silent mode and often miss communications. You can also use this functionality to set up prompts for important reminders such as when to take medicine or make an important call. A vibrate setting lets you receive alerts and alarms discretely.

The Sports Watch has an uncomplicated, easy to use menu system and a simple but smart design available in two colours (Blue / Black). Completely wireless, the Sports watch, which can be charged in less than an hour via USB, provides battery power for 8-10 days of use. It can be worn either as a watch on a wrist, or using the supplied necklace band, can be worn around the neck.

Read more below..

Source

#EchoProducts new product launch.Echo Bassbuds & Echo Bassboomz by @jimboireland #Tech #EchoConnects

Echo Products are the guys who created the Echo Key which we reviewed in full some weeks ago which can be seen over HERE ,Echo Products are expanding their range of products and today two more have been announced,which go by the name of Echo Bassboomz which is a high quality bluetooth speaker and also Echo Bassbuds which are high quality earbuds,and they are available to buy today.

Echo Bassboomz

Coming in several colours Black, Blue, Pink, Purple and Silver Experience superior sound quality through the powerful built-in speaker giving depth and clarity to your music. Designed with an innovative Bass Expansion System for an impressive volume-to-size digital amplifier giving you deep, rich bass tones. Simply twist and release to activate an enhanced entertainment experience.

All Eco BassBoomz come with a built-in high performance Li-ion rechargeable battery, so you can hear your music at 70% volume for an amazing 5-6 hours. The solid aluminium construction with high grip base provides stability, reduced interference and vibration dampening when used on hard surfaces.

All this impressive design and technology is packed into a portable, pocket-sized high performance Bluetooth speaker for music on the go. The Echo BassBoomz also supports all devices connection through a 3.5mm audiojack.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Explosive sound quality – twist and release the Bass Expansion system
  • Ideal for your smartphone, MP3 players, tablets and laptops
  • Compatible with all wireless devices with a Bluetooth connection
  • Compatiable with any audio device that has a 3.5mm audio jack output
  • Dual connectivity available – connect 2 BassBoomz™ together using the enclosed splitter wire for double the sound
  • Portable and pocket-sized for your music on-the-go!

Buy here for €54.26

Echo Bassbuds 

These are also available in several colours Black, Pink, Platinum, Purple, Red and White.

High performance in-ear headphones; beautifully designed and made from precision cut aluminium and SWAROVSKI Elements crystal for a stunning, premium finish.

  • Crystaltronics sound technology
  • Built in MP3 and call controls
  • Powerful distortion-free bass
  • Super-rich, detailed and crisp treble
  • Included accessories

The can be purchased for €47.52 over here

Layout from Instagram combine multiple photos into a single image. #Instagram #Layout #Collage

Facebook today  announced Layout from Instagram, a new app that lets you easily combine multiple photos into a single image. But only on iOS for now and Android in the coming months and as guessed no word on Windows Phone in which the App has not been updated in a Year now.

 

When you open Layout, we automatically show you previews of custom layouts as you choose photos from your camera roll. To make it easier to find the photos you want,  also added is a Faces option that shows you all the photos in your camera roll that feature people.

From imagining mirrored landscapes to sharing multiple moments from an entire adventure, seen these kinds of visual storytelling happening on Instagram and we’re inspired by it. With Layout, it’s easier than ever to unlock your creativity.

 

Download on iOS   Source