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The Children’s Rights Alliance will launch their new online safety campaign tomorrow, Tuesday 13th July 2021 at 10am with a virtual event.
The campaign calls for Government action to make the online world safer for children and young people by appointing a well-resourced Online Safety Commissioner with an independent, individual complaints mechanism for when online platforms fail to adequately or appropriately deal with an individual’s complaint.
Commenting in advance, Tanya Ward, Chief Executive of the Children’s Rights Alliance, said: “It’s simply not good enough that Government is contemplating putting an Online Safety Commissioner in place with no teeth to help individual children and young people who are up against big tech. These companies are making massive profits and failing to invest in online safety measures. It’s time to stand up for children and young people and actually put an Online Safety Commissioner in place that has the power to take on and resolve individual complaints from children and young people.”
The speakers at the event include:
Julie Ahern, Legal and Policy Manager, Children’s Rights Alliance
Peter Tyndall, Ombudsman and Information Commissioner for Ireland
Karen McAuley, Head of Policy at the Ombudsman for Children’s Office
Noeline Blackwell, CEO of Dublin Rape Crisis Centre
The event will be chaired by children’s rights campaigner and former Senator Jillian van Turnhout
Back to school planning is back in session, and that means it’s time to equip the student in your life with the latest smartphone.
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Samsung Galaxy A02s Was €169.99 Now €129.99 Save €40
The Samsung Galaxy A02sis the perfect companion for back to school or college. A feature-rich affordable Galaxy Smartphone with a huge 6.5” HD+ screen which can give users access to online assignments, content streaming or games. The Samsung Galaxy A02s also has a huge 5,000mAh all-day battery and an impressive triple camera array on the back – so there is no excuse for having your battery die or missing that perfect snap.
Nokia 2.4 Was €119.99 Now €99.99 Save €20 – going to €79.99 from 3rd August
Positioned at an unbeatable market leading price the Nokia 2.4 is the perfect Back to School accessory and lasts up to two days with Adaptive Battery technology. It takes detailed night shots with AI imaging and can help bring those great school stories to life with an impressive 6.5” HD+ 20.9 screen. Plus, unlock your device quickly and easily with a convenient fingerprint sensor or simply use the AI face unlock.
Alcatel 1. Now €39.99. Was 49.99. Save €10
The all-in-one Android and great introduction to the world of smartphones. The Alcatel 1 has everything you need in a smartphone and now for under €40! Compact and lightweight with a sizable screen and comprehensive social media sharing features, surf the web, connect with friends or share photos with ease.
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Technology has undoubtedly brought about an unprecedented change in the way we lead our lives. The world has moved to a digital format for almost every activity. The education format has undergone a sea of changes, with digital teaching methods taking over the traditional ones.
With the advent of digitization, the need for devices that support education and entertainment needs has evolved. Students of the tech generation require several gadgets that help their activities. Each of these plays an essential role in influencing a successful performance.
Smartphones
There is no doubt that a smartphone is one of the essential devices that comes into use every day of our lives; whether it is for a working professional or a student, a smartphone performs a variety of functions apart from primary calling and texting. Today’s smartphones are as good as tablets, and the software they come equipped, allowing for fast browsing and performing online activities. The handheld devices are perfect for sharing emails, recording voice notes, and so much more in a classroom. You can even write your essays right on your smartphone in the notes. Or, you can keep your final works from custom essay writing help in the files. Smartphones are great helpers with your assignments. The virtual assistants present in both iOS and Android software are further designed to make everyday activities simpler.
Smartphones come with impressive storage capacity that aid in keeping all projects, lessons intact and in one place. Every student in today’s date owns a smartphone, and it is up to one to use it to its optimum capacity.”
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Technology sure has made quality education easier to obtain, but some traditional tasks demand complete attention from students, and not much will change on that front. Instead, students can make good use of the technology at their disposal to perform better and reach a better chance of scoring impressive grades. If you are looking for high-quality writing assistance for projects, you could buy assignment online from EduBirdie for powerful thesis and dissertation submission. This reputed online writing service is targeted at providing appropriate aid to students whenever needed.
Tablets
Tablets are best explained as a device that performs the functions of a smartphone and a computer. These compact, easy to hold devices are perfect for a student. They come in bigger screen sizes and thus help in attending many classes, making presentations, or completing assignments.
The latest designs also come with a stylus that makes writing easy. If not a stylus, most tablets are compatible with other external devices like a mouse, keyboard that help duplicate it as a computer. The easy to carry and charge facility make them a preferred choice for students. The multiple brands in the market also make top-notch designs that are sleek, comforting to use, and look great to carry around on the campus.
Kindle or e-readers
E-readers are the perfect companion for students that love to read books, documents, or newspapers. Students must get their daily dose of content from these online formats. The hassle of carrying or signing up at the library for multiple books is solved in a jiffy with the purchase of e-readers. Kindle is a famous and go-to device for students, working professionals, or avid readers.
Download the books you like, new launches, or look up documents that help you complete your dissertation. With time, about seven-eight generations of these e-readers provide, and with every new launch, additional features are presented for users to make online reading an absolute delight.
Laptops
Laptops are highly beneficial for students for a simple reason, they are portable and come with impressive storage capacity and coupled with the tech tools. They come with fast processors, excellent battery life, and are much easier to use for taking down notes or making presentations.
Every student must invest in a good laptop with the latest tech tools and configurations to make the most of their study years. They also are great for completing writing or design tasks; the ease of connectivity also allows one to connect to WiFi and cellular data services rather quickly.
A laptop also aids in facilitating group work allowing multiple students to collaborate and work together for assignments or team projects. Access to many tools is much easier with laptops and is instead the first choice ahead of tablets.
Conclusion
Technology is on a constant rise, and there is no stopping its further growth. The past years have been a testament in proving that it is fast-paced, and with every few months, we experience the launch of a new product or an evolution in the same devices from its last launch. Students of the current generation are blessed with easy-to-use gadgets and tools that they must take complete advantage of for a rich quality study experience.
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Alisia Stren has a unique approach as a writer – she goes into details and picks up important details that help students score high. This has made her popular among school and college students. Her free time is spent reading romantic novels, cooking vegan food and watching lifestyle shows on tv.
YouTube announced today the arrival of the beta version of YouTube Shorts in Ireland, the company’s new short-form video experience to create short, catchy videos from mobile phones. First announced in September 2020, YouTube has since expanded Shorts to 26 countries and will now be available across more than 100 countries around the world where YouTube is available. Shorts is an alternative to tiktok and Instagram stories.
When you get the update which has arrived on my pixel 5 you simply open the YouTube app then at the end you will see a plus icon tap this then the options pop up, hit create a short and then you can adjust the time,speed or flip then add music and more.
While short form videos were already viewable in the platform, users in Ireland will be able to access for the first time Shorts’ creation tools which include a multi-segment camera to string multiple video clips together, the ability to record with music, control speed settings, and more.
Users will also have the ability to sample audio not only from other Shorts but also from videos all across YouTube — which includes billions of videos worldwide — unlocking a new playground of creativity like never before. This means that users can give their own creative spin on the content they love to watch on YouTube and help find it a new audience — whether it’s reacting to their favorite jokes, trying their hand at a creator’s latest recipe, or re-enacting comedic skits. Creators will be in control and will be able to opt out if they don’t want their long form video remixed.
In addition, and timed with the product’s international expansion, we’re bringing a new set of features to all existing and new markets such as:
Add text to specific points in your video
Automatically add captions to your Short
Record up to 60 seconds with the Shorts camera
Add clips from your phone’s gallery to add to your recordings made with the Shorts camera
Add basic filters to color correct your Shorts, with more effects to come in the future
“We want to make it easy and fun to create Shorts” said Todd Sherman, Global Product Manager for YouTube Shorts. “As we continue to build Shorts alongside our creators and artists, we’ll be adding more features for users to try”, he added.
When it comes to music, artists and creators will have a large library of songs to use in their Shorts from over 250 labels and publishers around the world, including Universal Music Group’s labels and publishing companies, Sony Music Entertainment and Sony Music Publishing, Warner Music Group and Warner Chappell Music, Believe, Merlin, Because Music, Beggars and Kobalt.
Delivering a seamless viewing experience across YouTube
Helping people find Shorts to enjoy and creators get discovered is also a key component of the product experience. That is why even before announcing the creation tools, we had introduced a row on the YouTube homepage especially for Shorts, launched a new watch experience that lets you easily swipe vertically from one video to the next, and have added a Shorts tab on mobile that makes it easier for users to watch Shorts with a single tap.
As of today the YouTube Shorts player has surpassed 6.5 billion daily views globally.
Shorts will be integrated to the YouTube experience users already know and love. For example, if a user hears a snippet of a song on Shorts, they can easily find the full song, watch the music video, or learn more about the artist — all on YouTube.
Supporting mobile creators
YouTube has helped an entire generation of creators turn their creativity into businesses and become the next generation media companies. Over the last three years, we’ve paid more than $30 billion to creators, artists, and media companies.
With Shorts being a new way to watch and create on YouTube, the company has been looking at various ways to monetize Shorts and reward creators for their content, including the recently announced YouTube Shorts Fund, a $100M fund distributed over the course of 2021-2022.
“We know that it will take us time to get this right, and we’re just getting started. We can’t wait for you to try Shorts and help us build a first-class short-form video experience right on YouTube” Sherman said.
The Shorts beta will be available to everybody in Ireland by Wednesday, July 14th. You can find us HERE too with lots of tech and lifestyle stuff coming up..
Recently there have been scams involving AnPost and others including DHL where they ask for small fee to get your parcel delivered, As said before this will not happen but the inclusion of what to look out for is lacking detail. Whilst they do have a warning on their site there is no information there as to what exactly to look out for should you end up getting this message.
Above is what you need to look out for even if you click the link in the text it is again quite similar to the recent DHL scam which gives you a legit looking page to fill but but with the alpha tag on the sms and the URL on the pages linked it is clear this is another phishing attempt from scammers.
Below is video how to check if you have a package or not from An Post this also applies to any courier, go to the website copy and paste the tracking number and see if it exists also check 17track to see if the tracking number exists and if it is life just to be sure. With the pandemic people are now shopping online even more and often the case might forget they had a package coming, also a shipment might have been split or you could be getting a package as a gift and this is the basis these work on..
Since the creation of more and more technologies for working environments, businesses have become spoilt for choice in regard to what they can use to make the working day that much simpler. Finding the right pieces of technology to suit your business needs can really help to streamline processes, and even go a long way towards stopping interruptions and cutting down on costs and wastage. If you’re wondering how technology can help your business, creating a successful membership business model is one way to leverage its benefits. Check out Join It’s comprehensive membership organizations guide to learn how to effectively implement technology and optimize your business for growth and success.
HR Systems
Using HR systems to improve workflow, and cut down on the amount of paperwork you have, can potentially save you both time and money. While there may be a cost for using these systems, they can expedite the HR process, putting more power into your employees’ hands, through the ability to submit their own holiday requests, update information, and even view company documents such as policies and procedures. In terms of your HR team, it can allow them an easier means of recruiting and onboarding candidates, while keeping all the information securely stored on a digital platform. Zelt, a versatile HR software, provides the tools needed to support these tasks, ensuring that HR processes are more streamlined and effective
This means that there is no longer a need to spend time looking through large amounts of paperwork when the required information can be quickly searched for when logged into the account.
Leveraging HR systems improves workflow efficiency, reduces paperwork, and potentially saves time and costs. Though there’s an implementation expense, these systems streamline HR processes. They empower employees to manage requests, updates, and access documents autonomously. For HR teams, this aids in recruitment, onboarding, and secure information storage. No more sifting through paperwork; vital data is quickly accessible via accounts. SenseHR cloud HR software emerges as a solution perfectly aligned with these objectives, offering comprehensive capabilities that optimize HR operations and elevate the overall organizational efficiency.
Meeting Planners
Some members of the team may be required to attend meetings with business partners, other employees, and even clients, for work to be able to go ahead. When numerous meetings need to be scheduled, it is important to avoid double-booking that member of staff, as well as to make sure they have adequate time to be able to travel to and from meetings, if necessary. Using a shared meeting planner or calendar will allow other members of the team to see when that individual is free, to be able to schedule these meetings accordingly. This can also help with the rest of the team’s work, by allowing employees to see who is present that day, and who is on annual leave. This can greatly assist with the sharing of workloads to compensate for those who are not in the office, or are in the aforementioned meetings, at the time.
Communication
One of the most important parts of a strong working team is the ability to communicate effectively. This can reduce any struggles with workload or knowledge, as well as allow team members to build up a good working rapport. When meetings, remote working, or numerous offices are commonplace, you want to make sure that communication is accessible for all. By utilising different means of communication outside of standard face-to-face conversations, telephone calls, and emails, such as video conferencing or work-based instant messaging, you will be enabling your team to communicate that much better due to having more tools at their disposal. For example, consider a workplace messaging app, such as Slack, so that employees can seamlessly communicate with one another.
Technology has come a long way, and can have its place within a working environment. By considering the type of business that you run, as well as the availability of apps and different pieces of software on the market, you can choose those which are more likely to positively impact your team’s working day.
Having tested the all new Sudio ETT for some time now they are a great pair of earbuds with great looks and stand out which was one thing noted during my testing, people asking what brand they are, something often asked but people like the colour here in particular which moves away from the traditional Black or White variants that are most common but there seems to be a change here with more manufacturers offering more colours which is nice and gives the consumer choice..
The Sudio ETT come with nice packaging as do all Sudio products and is nice to see as first impressions do last for many you get a presentation overall and you can see this in the unboxing experience below…Slip into an audio world where you’re in control. Sudio Ett’s Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is pure listening, uninterrupted, while comfort fitted detachable ear tips ensure perfect sound seal for any ear. Automatic Transparency Mode intuitively lowers noise reduction, allowing you to hear your own voice clearly, that is, if you decide to answer when the outside world calls.
Sound
The Sudio ETT overall pack a decent punch here however I think they could do better with an app as I mentioned in previous Sudio product reviews but overall they are fine with 10mm drivers they deliver quite well as a whole with highs lows and mids doing fine and for the average user they will have no problems with these at all, not as loud as I would like but loud enough and for my usual test loop they performed well in fairness they lack a deep bass and calls are fine too and for music and movies etc you will be happy enough if you are not a true audiophile which I am not but know good from bad due to the amount of earbuds I test here. There was no lag latency noticed here either.
Comfort and Build
Comfort is nice here and with the right buds the ANC does a good job overall they look nice have a nice soft finish to them and fit really well and will not fall out once in your ears, I do really like the build quality of these earbuds and they look great too and as mentioned the range of colours you get to pick from is nice and different.. Also you get an IPX5 rating here and wireless charging to boot. Battery life is not too bad either which is around 30 hours without ANC and around 22 with ANC or 6 and 4 per charge
These cost 119 euro now which is a fair price to pay and you get a well built product that delivers for the most part on sound with some features missing, check out the video below for more and how to use the earbuds and let us know if you have picked these up and your thoughts below.
And do not forget GET AN ANDREA MAACK TOTE BAG WITH EVERY SUDIO PURCHASE
It is evident that technology has infiltrated every aspect of human endeavor. We are rapidly dependent on it for our daily survival. As a result, software development and is becoming in demand because it is the backbone of technology. Every machine we see and use today is an offshoot of software development, and even in years to come, the story wouldn’t be any different.
The software development process is complex, but the results would be overwhelming if one develops an organized approach to it. Organizing the process means that each aspect is divided into tiny manageable bits. With dedication and commitment, you can embark on software development and avoid some fundamental errors bedeviling the system.
You’ll find these steps helpful when embarking on any software development project:
Conduct feasibility study
Like in other fields of study, you need to research your market to know if your invention is worth the stress. One of the critical steps to consider is to know if the need exists in the first place or not. If it doesn’t, scrap the idea, but if it does, identify it and determine whether your project can solve the problem. You can also determine the cost implication of carrying out the project and how you would recover your investment after the job is done.
Analyze and Determine the requirements
You don’t identify a problem without coming up with the resources to solve it. Analyzing the problem means that you interact with the end-users and prospective users. You can also undertake a thorough review of the intended software to understand the outstanding features and functionalities it should come with. At this point, you’ll know the cost implications of your project and how to raise funds.
Consider the industry best practices
When designing software, consider the industry’s best practices. Dr. Huizinga recommends a customized and agile process with emphasis on pictorial documentation for requirements and technical documentation. You must follow the standard template else; you would go overboard with your ideas, which would have ripple effects on your work.
Design
During the design stage, embedded companies or programmers put together a detailed design document that outlines how the software would meet a particular need. It is advisable to use mock-ups to accompany the design document to illustrate user-interface elements. In some cases, you may require customization to meet specific needs.
Measure and track the progress
If there is no proper technology infrastructure, it isn’t easy to collect and measure critical project data. As a result, software projects cannot be effectively managed. Project indicators help to ensure the prompt identification of existing or potential problems, thereby allowing them to be rectified early. When bugs are allowed to linger for a long time, they become problematic in the long run. These project indicators can be used to determine product quality and deployment readiness.
Development
The first five stages lead to the buildup of the sixth one. At the development stage, the design document is translated into actual software. If you have gotten the first five stages right, you ought not to make mistakes at this stage. At this point, you’re convinced that the invention would meet the needs of who it was intended for. Project managers usually demand feedback on the user experience, ease of use, task completion times, and other details related to the user interface.
Automation
After developing the software, the next step is to automate repetitive tasks like regression tests, static code analysis scans, and code builds. Automation reduces human-prone errors after the software is implemented. It also facilitates the use of best practices and the collection of project-related data.
Testing
When you’re done with the first seven stages, it is pertinent that you test what you have done so far. All the features should be tested to ensure they are functioning optimally. Testing also varies depending on the procedures adopted by the individual or organization. Testing is a broad subject that consists of staging and quality assurance. When the software is in general use, any bugs found at this point will be addressed critically, and urgent fixes would be done almost immediately.
Implementation
It is one thing to map out a plan, and it is another to implement it. Implementing all these tips above is critical to success. Understanding the importance of a well-thought-out development process places you at a competitive advantage over those who don’t know. If you have ever thought of being like the big wigs in your field, you should look back at those plans you failed to implement and see how they have contributed to your stagnation.
The software development process is a systematic one aimed at delivering the best to end users, it’s credo of development companies like Sirin Software. It is shaped and adjusted to meet market demands. What matters the most is that the final product gets to the customer exactly how they want it. Better still, the end product should exceed the customer’s expectations.
In 2021, digital marketing is a must for virtually every business. But because this area evolves so rapidly, it can be hard to keep up with the best practices.
That’s especially true when it comes to search engine optimization, or SEO.
In order for your website to be readily found online, it needs to be optimized for search engines. But if you aren’t careful, you could easily make a mistake with your SEO strategy.
To help you avoid that frustration (and potentially a Google penalty!), we’re sharing just a few of the most common mistakes business owners make with their SEO and also seo business from home
Expecting Immediate Results
If you’re constantly asking yourself why you aren’t seeing progress with your SEO strategy, you may need to examine your expectations first.
There are a number of reasons why your strategy may not be working. But it might also be that the strategy is working the way it’s supposed to.
In the latter scenario, the problem actually lies in your own realistic expectations.
With certain kinds of digital marketing, such as pay-per-click ads, you might start to see results within a few days.
But SEO is meant to be a long-term strategy. It’s not designed to pay off in a day, a week, or even a month.
Although some changes can help right some SEO wrongs rather quickly, you probably won’t start to see real movement with your keywords for at least a few months.
In other words, you need to stay the course. Don’t become discouraged if you don’t see improvements immediately. Keep the faith and remember that this is how SEO is intended to work.
If you let your unrealistic expectations get the best of you, you might be inclined to discontinue your SEO efforts or take steps that could undo all your hard work.
While you wait for your SEO strategy to take effect, focus on other aspects of your marketing. SEO works even better when you combine it with other promotional techniques.
You can also invest some time in educating yourself about the latest SEO trends and developments. Find a good Search Engine Optimisation Course, read blogs from trusted sources, and follow industry experts. This will not only help you stay informed, but it can also give you new ideas for your own SEO strategy.
As long as you put consistent effort into your SEO and are following Google’s best practices, your efforts will pay off. It just won’t happen overnight.
Targeting the Wrong Kinds of Keywords
Optimizing your site with relevant keywords can allow your brand to show up more readily in search results.
But just because a keyword accurately describes your business, products, or services, that doesn’t necessarily mean you should be targeting it as part of your strategy.
An overly broad keyword, for example, may simply be too competitive to give you the results you want. You’ll be going up against large, established companies with unlimited budgets.
What’s more, the people searching for those keywords might not even be your target audience. Despite an impressive search volume, that keyword may not result in more conversions for your business. And that’s really the end goal of SEO – to help make your business more successful!
It may be wiser for you to target long-tail keywords that align with your location or what your ideal customers are actually searching for. Be sure to conduct thorough keyword research and figure out which terms your competitors are (and aren’t!) targeting.
It’s normal to switch up the keywords you target on a semi-regular basis. But if you’re simply guessing with your keyword optimizations, it’s time to gain some real insight into the terms that will result in quality traffic and sales. Otherwise, you’ll risk wasting your time and money with nothing to show for it.
Ignoring Website Issues
Believe it or not, existing issues with your website can hurt your ability to rank in search engine results.
Since Google wants to provide a positive experience for web users, search engines use a number of technical website features as ranking signals.
Issues like slow site speed, confusing navigation, page errors, broken links, poor site security, unexpected layout shifts, lack of mobile-friendliness, interactivity delays, and intrusive interstitials can all make it harder for your site to rank, even if you put a lot of effort into on-site optimization.
You’ll need to fix any website issues that exist if you want to improve your site rankings in SERPs. It’s best to run a website audit and assess whether a redesign is necessary.
Ultimately, it won’t matter if you write awesome content and optimize with the right keywords if your website drives customers away. You’ll need to address any website problems that exist in order to provide a great experience for visitors.
Doing Your SEO Yourself
As a business owner, you probably wear a number of hats. You might even think that if you don’t take care of something yourself, it’ll never get done.
But that attitude can be dangerous when it comes to SEO. Because trends change so quickly and this area of digital marketing is so vast, it’s easy to make a mistake that can hurt your business.
DIY might sound like a good way to save time and money. But this isn’t a simple home improvement project. It’s the future of your brand and your ability to compete.
For something with such high stakes, you really can’t afford to take a do-it-yourself approach. Instead, it’s best to work with a reputable white label SEO company that can devise, execute, and monitor your marketing strategy.
That way, you can concentrate on the business operations that really matter without sacrificing your ability to promote your brand.
While there’s nothing wrong with expanding your knowledge of SEO, it’s best to leave marketing your business to the professionals. Choosing the DIY route will almost certainly result in disaster.
Avoid These SEO Mistakes For Long-Term Success
Unfortunately, it’s not hard to make an SEO mistake that can derail your marketing efforts. But once you know the most common mistakes to avoid, you can take the right preventive steps. Setting realistic expectations, targeting the right keywords, fixing website issues, and working with a professional firm can set you up for long-term success.
Author Bio: Jeff Shipman is the Director of Marketing Innovation at Semify, based in Rochester, New York. At Semify, we focus on scaling, are US-based, and offer a white label SEO solution that helps digital marketing agencies achieve their dreams through on-time delivery and SEO fulfillment. Before moving to Western New York, he earned a BA in History and a MBA at St. Bonaventure University. Go Bonnies! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-shipman-155b7073/
