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A free interactive mobile app has today (29 July 2021) been launched for those visiting or planning to visit the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience in County Clare.
Pictured above launching the new Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience app at the Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland (l-r) Leonard Cleary, Director of Service, Rural Development and Tourism, Clare County Council; Bobby Kerr, Chairperson of the Board of the Cliffs of Moher Centre Ltd.; and Geraldine Enright, Director of the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience.
With free Wi-Fi available throughout the main visitor centre building and viewing platforms, visitors will be able to access a range of information about the Cliffs of Moher via their smartphone.
The app also contains 13 audio tracks narrated by Conor Tallon and featuring contributions from people with an intrinsic knowledge of the rich history, geology, flora and fauna of Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.
Bobby Kerr, Chairperson of the Board of the Cliffs of Moher Centre Ltd., commented, “A key feature of the new app is to educate visitors and to significantly improve visitor experience while on-site, but also in the pre- and post-stages of their visit. It will be effective in providing information to helping guests find their way and to make the most out of their day.”
Leonard Cleary, Director of Service, Rural Development and Tourism, Clare County Council, added, “We are continually seeking new ways to further enhance the overall visitor experience at the Cliffs of Moher. The app, which is free to download, is educational and it also allows us to promote what the rest of County Clare has to offer visitors.”
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Geraldine Enright, Director of the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience, said, “The launch of this interactive app ties in with our sustainability ethos as it will greatly reduce the amount of information brochures being distributed on site. Everything from a map of the attraction to the weather forecast and items of local interest is there on the app.”
“The audio tracks featured on the app will provide context and extra life to what visitors are experiencing during their trip to the Cliffs of Moher,” explained Ms. Enright. “Our staff provide local insight on the myths, history and the biodiversity of the site, while the busking tradition at the site and the traditional music of North Clare and the wider county also features.”
The app, which has been developed by Digisoft.tv in conjunction with Cork-based Inhand Guides Smart Audio, is available to download from the Apple App Store and Android Playstore.
The Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience is a signature discovery point on Fáilte Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, a main Geosite of the Burren & Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Geopark, a Special Protected Area for Birds and Wildlife and is a wholly owned tourism asset of Clare County Council. Visit www.cliffsofmoher.ie for more details.
What sort of jobs will matter in the future? Several factors have changed the marketplace and will keep affecting the business industry. Experts suggest that many jobs that exist today will become obsolete in the upcoming future. Similarly, many future careers haven’t emerged yet. So, which career a student in 2021 should pursue? Students are interested in future-proofing their skillset and acquiring abilities that’ll remain relevant post-pandemic.
Nobody can deny that technology is the most successful industry in 2021, and “digital skills” are more sought-after by employers than any other skillset. Besides, you can now pursue several degrees online without attending physical lectures to create a flourishing career.
So, let’s have a look at the highest-paying tech jobs of our era:
IT Support Professional
Salary: Around $50,000
How many times during the lockdown have you called an IT guy to help you figure out why you’re getting no internet on your computer? Even employees sometimes encounter similar issues – let’s call them bugs – they can’t fix. So, they ask IT professionals for assistance. These individuals know how to troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
But why mention this degree when it doesn’t pay over 50k? Well, this degree helps you acquire the skills needed to advance in your career and earn a high-paying job. You can also pursue Google’s IT support professional certificate to hone your digital skills. With these capabilities, you can promote yourself to a better career in less than a year.
2. Online Advertising Professional
Salary: Around $60,000
If you seek to land the role of an online advertiser, a degree in digital media will prove highly beneficial for you. It will allow you to work in various settings transforming ideas into campaigns for brands. Digital marketing also enables you to work in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world today. Almost every organization now depends on these techniques to gain new customers and retain the current ones.
You’ll be working on advertising platforms, e.g., Google/Facebook ads while running campaigns digitally on other social media websites. A digital media degree will also help you understand the subtle art of content creation and acquiring quality backlinks by leveraging it. These skills will make you a well-experienced professional in the field of digital marketing.
3. Database Manager
Salary: Around $60,000
Organizations have thousands and sometimes millions of customers/subscribers they must manage regularly. These users churn vast amounts of data that are essential for companies. They utilize a DBMS (database management system) to make sense of this data, supervised by a database manager. This individual will establish data storage/retrieval systems for the company while troubleshooting DBMS errors. Pursuing a degree in database management can teach you all about the software/hardware requirements and necessary skills.
4. Cybersecurity Professional
Salary: Around $100,000
The current pandemic was accompanied by a fourfold increase in cybercrimes, as per the FBI. It seems that hackers leveraged the uncertainty associated with COVID-19 to attack more companies and steal their data. As more organizations store their information on the cloud, cybersecurity will become a primary concern for corporations in the upcoming future.
So, you can acquire a degree in cybersecurity to pursue a career in this growing profession. Getting a degree in cybersecurity will help you understand different techniques used to prevent hackers from infiltrating networked computers. Also, you’ll know how to discover vulnerabilities to identify an attempted penetration or any chance of potential data leakages.
5. Full-Stack Developer
Salary: Around $100,000
If you have worked as a back-end/front-end developer, a full-stack developer combines these two fields’ expertise. After mastering CSS and HTML, this professional develops programs for the server and the client. You’ll build the GUI portion of an app/site while working on its database simultaneously. A full-stack developer knows how to code/script, design an API, and implement data security measures. They also learn the basics of database techniques and website development. You can also check out this full stack developer course.
6. Cloud Architect
Salary: Around $130,000
Almost all industries depend on the cloud to store their information and create backups for data if it gets stolen/missing. So, they hire a cloud architect to direct the company’s cloud computing strategies. You must have a profound understanding of cloud technology and knowledge of Google cloud or similar platforms. As around 90% of companies are “on the cloud,” cloud engineers can expect many employment opportunities in different industries in the future.
7. Big Data Engineer
Salary: Around $130,000
Statistics show that people create around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data daily. Companies collect user-generated information in the form of “cookies” to harness valuable insights. It leads us to big data or data that can’t be visualized with traditional applications. So, organizations employ professionals who know their way around big data processing/warehousing technologies. You must understand NoSQL and Hadoop to become a data architect, which is a growing career.
8. Blockchain Developer
Salary: Around $150,000
The emergence of cryptocurrency contributed to the popularity of blockchain technology. Experts have recommended the incorporation of this technique to make the banking system more efficient and digitally secure. Blockchain technology has a decentralized structure that ensures more privacy, improved tracking, faster transactions, and diminished costs.
A blockchain degree has become – therefore – the latest trend among tech enthusiasts. Colleges now offer short-term courses that teach students the basics of this technology. Its applications don’t just include Bitcoin/Ethereum, but even mainstream finances can benefit from this technique. Hence, a blockchain degree will be worth your investment soon.
9. AI Engineer
Salary: Around $160,000
In the future, automation will dominate every business sector as it makes an organization effective by eliminating human errors. An AI engineer/architect serves a company by developing AI initiatives. So, you must have command over statistics if you wish to become an AI engineer and excellent programming skills. Also, you must understand how deep learning and neural pathways work. It has become evident during the last few years that future organizations will hire more AI experts.
Conclusion
We can see that information technology occupations have become the center of everyone’s attention in the United States. BLS estimated that employment in this industry would grow by 11% in this decade – much faster than average. Students find tech jobs lucrative because of the high salaries, job satisfaction ratings, and career advancement opportunities they present. A recent study indicates that professionals working in the tech industry make $97,859 on average annually. Now, there are several short-term and home-based courses available online for students wishing to pursue IT careers. These courses help you become a data scientist, a software engineer, a network architect, or even an intelligence engineer.
Contra Returns, a new addition to the legendary KONAMIrun-and-gun action franchise, will be officially launched. Developed by TiMi Studio Group and KONAMI, Contra Returns is now available on iOS and Android globally, including North America, Latin America and Europe.
Contra Returns, is an enhanced and reimagined version of the original arcade game, featuring more than 200 levels based on the popular Contra series with added HD upgrades and new features and designs including weapons and legion systems, creating new Contra experience.
Trading arcade joysticks for mobile touchscreens, players are able to lead the heroes of the Contra army to fight against the alien resistance raging across Earth in this classic platform shoot-‘em-up. Contra Returns offers a variety of new game modes that both first-time players and fans of the classic Contra series can enjoy:
One-life Mode: The classic gameplay experience where players test their skills and relive classic Contra nostalgia with challenging twists.
Underwater 8: An eight level co-op gauntlet to attempt different levels at varying stages of difficulty.
Classic Team: Work together to clear all story stages and earn epic rewards in this action-packed classic co-op adventure.
Ultimate Tournament: Tournament-style gameplay pitting players against each other online to determine the ultimate champion.
PVP Modes: A series of all-new ways to play Contra online with Ranked Match, 1v1 Warm up, 1v1 Hero Battlefield, 3v3 Fort Battle, and 2v2 Ultra Rapid Fire.
Microsoft today announced that Anne Sheehan has been appointed General Manager of Microsoft Ireland. She will assume the role at the beginning of October taking on responsibility for the sales, marketing and services business across the island of Ireland with a particular focus on delivering business transformation with Microsoft’s customers and partners within the public and private sectors.
Anne joins from Vodafone UK where she is currently the Enterprise Director with responsibility for sales, brand, product and solution design, services and government relations across multiple lines of business. Before assuming the UK responsibilities, Anne ran Vodafone Ireland’s enterprise business in Ireland for four years. Prior to that, Anne worked at IBM for 16 years in a number of senior positions including Vice President of Sales and Services for the Nordic Region, Sales and Services Director for IBM Ireland, Head of Channel, and Head of Infrastructure & Technology Services.
Commenting on the appointment, Cindy Rose, President, Microsoft Western Europe, said: “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Anne in the past, during my own time at Vodafone. I was always impressed by her high energy and pace, her growth mindset and customer obsession. I know she is passionate about partnering with businesses and the public sector, whatever their size, industry or ambitions, to help them find ways to use technology to drive success now and in the future. I also know her to be an empathetic and caring leader with deep commitment to building diverse and inclusive teams. I am confident that Anne will bring all of these qualities and more as she builds on the incredible foundation that the Microsoft Ireland team has established and to help accelerate the growth and transformation of Microsoft’s customers in Ireland.”
Anne Sheehan commented: “I am delighted and honoured to join Microsoft. It is a company I have admired and worked in partnership with over recent years. Microsoft has been on a very exciting journey in Ireland. I look forward to working with the team to take the business forward in a market that has huge opportunity. I am motivated by working with great teams, collaborating with our customers and winning in the market. I am passionate about fostering an environment where learning, being curious, bold and ambitious are core to achieving our goals. I feel incredibly privileged to be joining such a great team, and I look forward to us working to support our customers on their digital transformation journey together.”
Anne’s appointment follows the decision by Cathriona Hallahan to retire from the company following more than 35 years of service in a wide variety of global and regional operations and sales roles.
Cindy Rose added: “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Cathriona Hallahan for her exceptional contribution to Microsoft. Not only did she drive strong commercial growth within the business but her passion for unlocking the power of technology to drive transformation and ensure inclusiveness across the economy and society was infectious. Certainly, her contribution will have an impact on generations to come.”
Cathriona Hallahan concludes: “I would like to wish Anne well in her new role in what is an exciting time for Microsoft in Ireland. Leaving Microsoft is bittersweet for me. I have had such an amazing journey – literally and metaphorically – as I essentially grew up and matured in parallel with the company. I have truly had a fantastic time and appreciate all that the company has enabled me to do and to learn. I now look forward to my next chapter, which will see me take on new and exciting challenges and apply my experience and knowledge to support other organisations to transform and grow.”
Krispy Kreme and Xbox announce an epic partnership that celebrates and connects doughnut fans and gamers. The pairing will bring smiles to your screens and Krispy Kreme Blanchardstown store and cabinets this summer, with an exclusive doughnut collaboration, chances to win Xbox Series S consoles with a complimentary Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, plus much more.
For a limited time only, Krispy Kreme and Xbox have combined forces to level up the gaming and doughnut experience. Creating the ultimate, mouth-watering flavour combo… introducing The Nexus Level Doughnut.
In celebration of Xbox’s 20th anniversary, the team at Krispy Kreme were inspired to create a doughnut recipe that is as show stopping as the video games themselves. The Nexus Level Doughnut which underpins the collab is made with a fluffy dough and custom filled with a rich and gooey brownie batter. It’s then dipped in delicious green icing and completed with a dusting that unveils the iconic Xbox logo design.
As if the doughnut isn’t enough, there will also be Xbox Series S consoles up for grabs. Everypurchase of a Choose Your Own Dozen at Krispy Kreme Blanchardstown, The Krispy Kreme Rocket at Dundrum Town Centre or Sharer Dozen in participating Tesco Store / Circle K cabinets gives the customer an entry for a chance to win an Xbox Series S and a complimentary one-month Xbox Game Pass membership.
Available to buy in between 2nd– 22nd August, you can also get your hands on The Nexus Level doughnut through:
Krispy Kreme Blanchardstown store and cabinets for RRP €2.55 each
Krispy Kreme Blanchardstown store and via click and collect – Choose your own Dozen for RRP €17.95
The Krispy Kreme Rocket at Dundrum Town Centre or Sharer Dozen in participating Tesco Store / Circle K cabinets – Sharer dozen for RRP €17.95
Rachel Chapman, Marketing Manager at Krispy Kreme said:
“Gaming and doughnuts have been two great ways for connecting people and bringing joy during the last year, it felt natural to bring the flavour and joy of games together in an edible form. Our doughnuts are made fresh each day, all hand-decorated and checked, making each and every one delicious’
On August 13th, 2021 the Xbox On Twitch channel will livestream a special edition of their popular segment, “You Say, We Play” where viewers can interact with the hosts to gamify doughnuts and win prizes.
For further information on how you can get your hands on the new Krispy Kreme and Xbox doughnut and a chance to win an Xbox Series S Console, please visit www.krispykreme.ie and @krispykremeIRL #KrispyKremeXbox
There will also be surprise ‘drops’ happening throughout the partnership so keep your eyes peeled across the Krispy Kreme channels and get your game face on.
Sony today announced the first Alpha series interchangeable lens vlog camera, the new ZV-E10. Designed from the ground up for vlogging and vloggers, the new camera combines Sony’s advanced imaging technology with extensive usability and a custom-built feature set that is optimised for video creators.
At its core, the ZV-E10 features a 24.2-megapixel (approx. effective) APS-C Exmor™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processing engine to produce high-quality imagery with high-sensitivity, detailed texture depiction and beautiful natural bokeh. Additionally, the ZV-E10 includes the acclaimed vlogging-specific features favored in the popular ZV-1 digital camera including “Background Defocus that can smoothly switch between a blurred (bokeh) and sharp background, as well as the “Product Showcase Setting”mode that allows the camera to automatically shift focus from the subject’s face to an object being highlighted.
“With the introduction of Sony’s first interchangeable lens vlog camera, the ZV-E10, we are excited to meet the growing needs of today’s creators,” said Yann Salmon Legagneur, Director of Product Marketing, Digital Imaging, Sony Europe. “The new ZV-E10 pairs the versatility and excellent image quality of a large-sensor interchangeable lens camera with user-friendly features that are specifically designed for vlogging, making it an ideal tool for video creators looking to transition to a more advanced set up.”
The ZV-E10 features a video-first design in a lightweight form factor (approx. 12 oz. / 343g and includes the popular side-opening Vari-angle LCD Screen that allows creators to connect external mics on top of the camera. This simplifies setup while still allowing users to see the screen in selfie shooting mode and from high and low angles.
In addition to the screen, the ZV-E10 includes several other easy-to-use functions that are specifically designed for vlogging, including a new mode button located on the top of the camera that allows creators to easily change between Still/Movie/Slow and Quick modes with just one touch.
The new camera also includes advanced video features such as 4K (QFHD: 3840 x 2160) video shooting and Slow Motion with high picture quality (FHD 120p) Electronic image stabilisation with Active Mode is also available and delivers stable video recording even while walking and shooting hand-held. Further, the ZV-E10’s advanced AF (autofocus) technology provides fast, precise AF with excellent tracking performance, as well as high quality audio for clear sound recording.
Sony Vlog Challenge Contest
Together with this announcement, Sony will host their second Sony Vlog Challenge Contest that encourages entrants to create a vlog that highlights something that they are the most passionate and enthusiastic about. The entry period is July 27 – September 27, 2021 and is open to video creators in Europe. See contest official rules here
Creative Versatility
An Interchangeable Lens Camera for Expanded Creative Expression
The ZV-E10 allows the user to expand their creative expression by utilising the ideal lens for each individual scene they want to shoot. The wide variety of compatible lenses in Sony’s E-mount lens lineup lets the user choose the perfect lens based on their creative vision.
Advanced Autofocus
Sony’s industry-leading AF technology enables the user to leave focusing to the camera so that they can concentrate on composing their shot. The ZV-E10 includes Fast Hybrid AF and Real-time Eye AF for video[vi] with Real-time Tracking[vii] that allows the camera to keep track of the subject’s face and eyes for fast and precise autofocusing even while recording on-the-go and in challenging environments. The user can also customise the camera’s AF settings, such as AF Transition Speed and AF Subject Shift Sensitivity, to choose the rate at which the camera shifts from one point to another according to their creative preferences.
Additionally, the ZV-E10’s Touch Focus function allows the user to intuitively set the focus position by simply touching the screen. With one tap, the user can instantly shift the focus position from one subject to another – almost anywhere in the frame. This is available in both still and video modes.
High Quality Audio
Sony’s leading technology, thanks to its internal Directional 3-Capsule Mic, enables the ZV-E10 to capture crystal clear sound recordings that accurately capture the speaker’s voice and the supplied wind screen to greatly reduce wind noise. For expanded audio options, the ZV-E10 includes a Digital audio interface via Multi Interface (MI) Shoe and a mic jack to connect an external mic. The inclusion of a headphone jack allows the user to connect headphones to accurately monitor sound recordings. Audio output timing can also be set for Live or Lip Sync.
Putting the Subject First
When shooting in different settings with dramatic changes in light, the user can rest assured that the ZV-E10 will automatically correct the exposure, using an original Face Priority AE (autoexposure) algorithm capable of rapid AE transitions, so that the subject’s face is not over or under exposed. This allows the camera to detect the subject’s face and adjusts the exposure to ensure that the face is depicted at optimal brightness, even when selfie-shooting in scenes with extreme changes in lighting, and even if the subject’s face turns away momentarily from the camera. In addition, the camera features the same advanced colour science from the popular ZV-1 to optimise skin tones for any subject in both still and video modes.
Cutting-Edge Video Features:
Internal 4K movie recording through full pixel readout without pixel binning
High bit rate XAVC S™ codec at 100Mbps when recording 4K
Users can comfortably operate the new ZV-E10 thanks to its easy-to-hold body grip and large MOVIE button that is conveniently located on top of the camera. When paired with the optional Shooting Grip with Wireless Remote Commander (GP-VPT2BT, sold separately), one-handed shooting is simplified with easy to access zoom, record and a customisable button. A recording lamp (tally light) is also provided on the front face of the body for an at-a-glance indication of recording status.
The ZV-E10 features long battery performance with enough power to capture up to 125 minutes or 440 images on a full charge so the user can record for long periods without worry. When shooting indoors, AC power supplies like the optional AC-PW20AM can supply power, so the user can continue to record without worrying about battery consumption. Power can also be supplied through a USB Type-C® connector, allowing external batteries to power the camera for extended battery life when shooting on the go. To conserve the camera’s battery, the ZV-E10’s Vari-angle LCD Screen allows the user to put the camera into Power save mode by closing it and instantly turn the camera on by opening the panel.
Stay Connected
Livestreaming
The ZV-E10 can also be used as a high-quality webcam or live streaming camera by simply connecting it to a PC or smartphone for increased mobility while streaming with no additional software needed. The feature allows the user to take advantage of the ZV-E10’s outstanding image quality and crystal-clear audio as well Face Priority AE and Soft Skin Effect while livestreaming or on video calls. The ZV-E10 supports standards used for USB cameras like UVC (USB Video Class) / UAC (USB Audio Class). The ZV-E10 also allows users to connect to a power supply via USB cable while livestreaming for longer usage. For added convenience, the user can assign this function to a custom button to start streaming instantly.
Easy File Data and Transfers
Using Sony’s Imaging Edge Mobile app, users can transfer selected images and video files to a mobile device via Wi-Fi. This also allows the user to transfer RAW image files. After the camera has been paired to the Imaging Edge Mobile app, the files’ location data can be acquired from the mobile device and recorded. Users can transfer files from an SD card in the camera to a smartphone (mobile device) via Bluetooth even if the camera is powered OFF.
Pricing and Availability
The new ZV-E10 will be available later in August 2021 at a variety of Sony’s authorised dealers, for an estimated retail price of £680/€750
A new kit featuring the ZV-E10 camera and E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS power zoom lens will also be available later in August 2021 and will be sold for an estimated retail price of £770/€850 at a variety of Sony’s authorised dealers throughout Europe.
For detailed product information on the ZV-E10 can be found here.
More information on the Sony Vlog Challenge Contest can be found here.
Looking for some new cans that will not break the bank and deliver on sound well the new House of Marley is where to look and not expensive either. Built like a tank too with an excellent build quality these are one of the nicest headphones so far this year I have tried and the level of comfort provided here is also something worth noting..
The Positive Vibration XL ANC sports 40mm high-definition drivers and engineered to deliver House of Marley’s signature, powerful sound within a comfortable wireless experience. The headphones feature hybrid active noise cancellation through dual sets of integrated microphones to provide uninterrupted listening from external noise. The monitor mode feature is available to let the outside world in and pause listening with the tap of a button to engage with your surroundings.
From my usual test loop these performed really well, there is no app with these however none is required to be honest and for anyone buying new cans for the first time and pick these they will be super impressed with music, Netflix and more and even calls you can’t go wrong.
Controls are simple to use with raised rubberised buttons and easy to navigate blindly once you get use to them, we go through all this in the video review below and much more.
Build quality is excellent here to with metal cups and I also love how the wood is implemented here to give a nice fresh look and in general a great built quality throughout and as for comfort they also get top marks here with no head clamping felt even on long term use. Overall if you need some new cans you should check these out and check the video below for more…
Positive Vibration XL ANC Key Features:
Environmentally conscious materials including FSC® certified wood, REWIND™ fabric, recyclable aluminium, stainless steel, REWIND™ cables from 99% post-consumer PE
26 Hours of playtime with ANC on and 32 Hours with ANC off
40mm High-definition drivers designed and engineered for powerful sound
Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation with monitor mode feature
Ultra-comfort memory foam ear cushions
On-board microphone and controls for hands-free calling and voice command activation
USB-C charging with quick charge
Foldable hinge design with sustainable stash bag for portability and convenience
Braided 1-button mic AUX and USB-C charging cables
Happy Plugs is proud to announce Play, youth headphones that perfectly blends youngster’s entertainment needs with parents’ safety and quality expectations. Play is a wired and wireless experience specifically designed for the younger audience of ages 3 to 15 with a maximum enjoyment at safe volume levels for their delicate ears.
Prolonged listening at high volumes can over time even lead to noise-induced hearing loss. Play protects our next generation’s hearing by limiting harmful volumes by following the World Health Organization’s (WHO) recommendation of an 85dB-limited volume range. A recent study by the WHO showed that 19.5%, nearly 1 in 5 children between 12 and 19 years old suffer from hearing loss.
Play comes with Biomaster® antimicrobial technology, an incredibly effective way to reduce the growth of unwanted microbes that can cause degradation, discoloration, staining, and odors by up to 99.99%, The additive works 24/7 to protect the product surfaces, the inbuilt antimicrobial protection is effective for the lifetime of the product with no harmful effects*.
“We’re excited to reinvent how headphones are designed for the younger audience. The headphone industry has focused on meeting adult preferences and the younger user has often fallen short of the same high quality experience. Play is made for youngsters so that they can experience entertainment, while giving parents peace of mind in safety”, says Andreas Vural, founder of Happy Plugs.
“As CEO of a headphone company and a parent of a 4-year-old I see it as my duty to supply the global youngsters with safe listening. On top of protecting their hearing we add on unparalleled design, antibacterial technology and vegan friendly material to the global audience of almost 2 billion children below 15 years old” says Tobias Ekman, CEO of Happy Plugs
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Play delivers 25 hours of listening time for music, video and games. A 10-minute recharge extends the experience with another 5 hours. Play is equipped with a microphone for calls or online video classes. Additionally, it comes with instant audio sharing to share music or a movie together with a friend’s headphones via the USB-C or 3.5mm AUX output. Play also comes with an up-to-date design, soft high-end 100% vegan friendly leather and offers 82% Passive Noise Cancellation.
The Happy Plugs Play, retailing for just USD $79.99, EUR €79.99, GBP 69.99 and available in three colorways – White, Black, Pink Gold. Play will be available at Happy Plugs’ worldwide retail accounts and shipping from happyplugs.com, July 27. For more information, please visit www.happyplus.com.
ZTE Corporation a major international provider of telecommunications, enterprise, and consumer technology solutions for the mobile internet, today launched its new-generation under-display camera smartphone the ZTE Axon 30 in China.
ZTE has been proven to be the full-screen trendsetter by creating the new under-display camera smartphone segment. By virtue of the upgrades of its leading under-display camera technologies, the company has further accelerated the commercialization process of the under-display camera smartphone. The ZTE Axon 30 will bring an unprecedented new experience to its users.
Ni Fei, Senior Vice President of ZTE Corporation and President of the Mobile Device Division, said, “Screen and photography are the two development directions of future smartphone evolution. Today, we bring our new-generation under-display camera smartphone ZTE Axon 30. With further reinforced performance and comprehensive upgrades, the ZTE Axon 30 proves a leap-forward improvement and brings our users a revolutionary full-screen visual experience compared to the previous generation.”
Full-screen Trendsetter towards Future
To achieve the best balance between the display performance and the screen form, ZTE has overcome numerous technical challenges and brought about a qualitative leap in the front camera invisibility and the display performance, powered by its continuous innovation and upgrades in the six core technologies, including the special pixel matrix, unique driver circuits, independent display chip, front camera, in-house selfie algorithm, and larger light-sensitive 4-in-1 2.24um equivalent large pixel camera.
The under-display camera area screen is the first one worldwide, with a high pixel density of 400 PPI. This can provide better display performance while maintaining high transmittance and an improved visual integration with the screen as a whole. Its ingenious circuit arrangement enables the synchronization between the front camera and the conventional display area, thus promising the more natural transition between them. The new device is equipped with an independent display chip, which makes the display more accurate and synchronized, through intelligent pixel enhancement and intelligent display optimization. 7 layers of highly transparent materials and 3 special processing technologies are used to make the under-display camera area more light-transmissive. Combined with the larger light-sensitive 4-in-1 2.24um equivalent large pixel camera, it creates an excellent light environment for shooting.
The ZTE Axon 30 is also the first under-display camera smartphone, with a screen of 120Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate. The ZTE Axon 30 is also equipped with a 6.92-inch AMOLED screen and a 20.5:9 cinema-grade screen ratio while combined with DTS:X® Ultra immersive 3D audio technology. The smartphone brings its users a high-quality movie viewing experience. The screen covers 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and supports 10-bit color depth and 1.07 billion colors.
It is the first smartphone across the globe to be authorized with the three authoritative eye protection certifications, covering TUV, SGS and UL. The ZTE Axon 30’s screen can effectively reduce blue light radiation, protect eyesight, and support DC dimming to reduce visual fatigue caused by screen flicker, providing multiple features for its users to care for their eyes.
Revolutionary User Experiences Powered by Strong Performance
In terms of performance, the ZTE Axon 30 is equipped with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 870G mobile platform with a “1+3+4” octa-core design and a maximum core frequency of 3.2GHz. This perfectly supports a professional-class gaming experience with its computing, graphics rendering and networking capabilities. The new device adopts the self-developed memory fusion technology, using part of the free storage space to expand the running memory by up to 5GB.
The powerful photography features have recently become a key part of ZTE Axon series. The ZTE Axon 30 continues this trend equipped with the AI quad-camera, including a 64 megapixel main camera, a 120-degree wide-angle camera, a 3cm macro lens and a depth-of-field lens. Thus, it can allow users to easily play around with various shooting scenarios. It can also supportmulti-camera simultaneous shooting, providing users with a variety of shooting perspective options. Furthermore, it includes the Super Night Mode function of the camera that can suppress night noise through an AI algorithm that retains more charming night colors for users.
The new camera comes with a variety of classic filtersand supports 3D Lut filters for users to customize as they like. Its magic color change function also allows you to choose a single color in the image, while offering more options to change the area you want to change with a different color of your choice. More personalized camera shooting modes continue with the
ZTE Axon series by unlocking a wonderful and colorful world of images for users.
The ZTE Axon 30 supports dual-way video stabilization for the main camera and wide angle camera that can intelligently correct video shooting jitter in motion and make dynamic video shooting more clear and stable. The phone’s VLOG intelligent short video functions support Hitchcock zoom, pull focus effects, built-in fast playback, slow motion and rewind. It is also equipped with dynamic, artistic and multiple sets of cool filming templates to support users easily filming in a variety of different styles.
In terms of 5G experiences, the ZTE Axon 30 provides seamless connectivity. The Axon 30 features the 5G super antenna 3.1that is equipped with a “anti-lock” antenna system and a dual Wi-Fi antenna. Regardless of vertical grip or horizontal grip, it can prevent hands from blocking the antenna and improve the signal transmission capabilities by 100%. Its unique network detection algorithm can help the phone intelligently identify the best network and realize seamless switching and intelligent acceleration of 5G/Wi-Fi1/Wi-Fi2 channels to ensure quick and stable internet experiences all the time.
ZTE AXON 30
Sleek Design and Sustained Power
The ZTE Axon 30 adopts an ultra-thin body design with a thickness of only 7.8mm and a weight of 189g. This matches the ultra-narrow bezel, double waistline and dynamic streamline aesthetic design to allow the whole device’s appearance to be avant-class, in line with current aesthetic trends.
The new camera area on the back of the device features an iconic LABEL design by creating a unique image fusion technology label. The rear shell is made of 3D composite polymer material with nano-level glow texture overlaid. Its illusion holographic effect can bring a rich light and shadow change with a dazzling beauty of colors. The new device has two colorways: Black and Aqua, for users to choose from, giving them a unique option to match their preferences.
The ZTE Axon 30 is also equipped with a 4200mAh battery and 55W fast charging. The triple ice cooling system, consisting of a large VC liquid cooling plate, thermal gel, and graphene copper-based composite material, can guarantee the continuous high performance.
In the wave of technological innovation, The ZTE Axon 30 is on a continuous exploration of under-display camera technology. The new iteration of its product strength will bring consumers a new experience beyond their imagination. Model versions and price information to be added as updates come in.
