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Our next product that has arrived is from the cool folks at Sudio we have tested a few pairs of their earphones now and they all serve me well today,the not only work well they look good and have really good sound, But the new Niva are really nice and look great and off the bat the package overall is really nice. Check out the unboxing belowand while we test them out feel free to ask any quesitons below or on our social channels and we will as always answer them..
We also have a special discount code to follow for our readers so stay tuned for that.
The survey found that two-thirds of healthcare professionals believe 3D-printing has the capacity to fundamentally transform the health sector, with new printing technology already being used by 79% to improve accurate diagnostic rates and lower mortality rates.
Ricoh Ireland is today announcing the results of a new survey of 3,100 decision makers from across Europe, including Ireland, about how emerging printing technologies are helping to reshape industries and open-up new opportunities for businesses across all sectors.
In healthcare, two-thirds (66%) of professionals believe 3D printing has the capacity to fundamentally transform the health sector, and without investment in these technologies, 41% believe they will struggle to meet the needs of patients in the next five years. 79% of healthcare professionals also revealed that they are using new printing technologies to improve accurate diagnostic rates and lower mortality rates.
Future of Print infographic
In the retail sector, 60% said that they are currently investing in 3D printing technologies and 58% are investing in on-demand printing. Retailers claim that they are turning to more innovative ways of printing to drive competitive advantage, highlighting advantages such as reduced delivery times (83%), more delivery options (74%) and the ability to personalise products (72%).
The research also found that 39% of businesses across all sectors have adopted new printing technologies to enable AI and automation.
Gary Hopwood, Managing Director, Ricoh Ireland, commented on the findings: “The refrain ‘print is dead’ is utterly misguided. New printing technologies are helping businesses to transform their operations. In healthcare, pharmaceutical companies are manufacturing 3D printed prosthetic limbs tailored to specific patients. In retail, vendors are manufacturing shoes and printing unique designs on demand, reducing stock wastage. In education, students can buy personalised textbooks, reducing costs and improving learning.”
Gary Hopwood, general manager, Ricoh Ireland
Findings from the study emphasise the prevalent view that new forms of printing are crucial components in strategies for success. Decision makers highlighted improved agility (77%) and innovation (69%) as key drivers behind investment in printing technologies. Furthermore, 66% of business leaders fear that their organisation will fall behind competitors in the next five years without new disruptive printing technologies.
Hopwood continued: “Irish business leaders must rethink the role of printing within their organisation to unlock new revenue and growth opportunities. With so many exciting new ways to design, print and personalise products, decisions about printing have fundamentally moved from the back office to the boardroom. Evolving print capabilities are providing the foundations for improved strategic agility and major innovation advancements.”
On-site IT shredding provider DiskShred is announcing that, in association with the Irish Security Industry Association, it will run a series of free shredding days across Ireland to help organisations prepare for GDPR.
The company will visit Sandyford and Dun Laoghaire in Dublin on the 23rd May and Cork on the 24th May, providing businesses, clubs, associations and householders with the opportunity to dispose of paper records and hard drives free of charge prior to the GDPR deadline on the 25th May. DiskShred will also be announcing additional shredding events following the deadline.
As an EU-wide law, GDPR will require all members of the community and business owners to be aware of the risks when dealing with personal data. GDPR will give greater power to regulators to sanction companies that misuse personal data or fail to demonstrate transparency about how they utilise this data. Companies that attend the shredding events will be entitled to shred up to 10 bags of paper and 10 electronic devices, free of charge.
DiskShred helps its customers to eliminate reputational and regulatory risks by providing on-site shredding and a highly secure shred measurement of 20mm to ensure the complete destruction of confidential data and to eradicate the risk of data leaks.
On-site IT shredding provider DiskShred will run a series of free shredding days across Ireland to help organisations prepare for GDPR.
The company is a member of the ISIA Secure Data Destruction (SDD) Division, which comprises organisations that work with Irish businesses to promote the secure destruction of information assets. The division collaborates closely with its members to set standards to manage information security risk.
Albert Kelly, vice chairman ISIA (SDD Division), said: “Compliance with GDPR is essential for all businesses and organisations. These nationwide shred events will enable members of the community, as well as local businesses, associations and clubs to safely and securely dispose of confidential information and receive guidance on how to best manage sensitive personal data going forward. They will receive free advice on how to achieve compliance with GDPR and learn how to avoid substantial fines to safeguard the future of their organisation.”
Jeremy Bryan, brand manager, DiskShred
Jeremy Bryan, brand manager, DiskShred, added; “Organisations of all sizes need to be aware of their responsibilities in managing their client information. There is no safer way to destroy data-bearing media than through shredding media into particles of just 20mm. DiskShred can help organisations to get ahead of the new legislation and remain compliant and isolated from fines of up to €20 million or 4% of global turnover. Our tamper-proof process eliminates reputational and regulatory risks and the shred is carried out in front of the customer so that complete data destruction can be verified by both parties.”
Recently announced the Jabra Elite 65e have just landed with us and they look promising, Sporting ANC, IP54 rated which is dust proof and splashproof these are ideal for the sports enthusiast indoors or outdoors, Offering up to 8 hours battery life with ANC, voice enabled assistant and 3 mic -technology and the ability to customize your music we will be testing these out over the coming two weeks so if you have any questions in the interim feel free to ask below or on social media.
We have just got some cases for our Nokia 7 Plus from Mobile Fun the first case up which we look at is the Olixar Carbon Fibre Gel case. This is a simplistic case with a clean design and looks really well and feels good to hold in hand the finish looks good too and the case will last some time and it also comes with a two year warranty, You can check the images below and see MOBILE FUN for more and also check out their range of iPhone 8 accessories
The case reviewed can be purchased HERE and you can see the full range of Nokia 7 Plus cases
This sleek, smooth case brings a touch of professional chic to your Nokia 7 Plus. With a slim body and brushed metal / carbon fibre-style motif, this eye-catching case is a must have if you want to add some understated class to your Nokia 7 Plus.
Slim profile preserves the elegant contours of your phone
The carbon fibre case is made from incredibly slim thermopolyurethane (TPU), which wraps effortlessly around your phone. Covering the back and the sides of your Nokia 7 Plus, the case provides excellent protection against day-to-day bumps and scrapes. This stylish case wraps around your phone, providing slimline protection. This case is designed so that it preserves the slender form of your Nokia 7 Plus without adding any unnecessary bulk.
Superior shock and scratch resistance
This case won’t just augment the aesthetic of your Nokia 7 Plus. Solid and high-quality construction means this case also offers excellent protection from surface damage – scrapes, scratches and knocks – while also offering shock absorption thanks to reinforced edges.
Designed to give access to all ports and functions for easy use
Although this case offers fantastic protection from scrapes and drops, it doesn’t compromise on usability in doing so. All buttons, cameras, speakers and ports of the Nokia 7 Plus are readily accessible, so you’ll never have to take your phone out of its case in order to use it.
This is our second case in from Mobile fun and Olixar for the Nokia 7 Plus this case offers more in protection being dual layered and also comes with a kickstand built in and you have no need to remove your phone from the case at all to consume media which is great the case again feels good to hold with raised grips on the real for additional grip and the device again can be placed either face down or laid standard, check out the image gallery below and jump to the video afer the images, You can also check out Mobile Fun for greap iPhone 8 accessories too should you require any..
Case reviewed can be bought HERE and the full range of Nokia 7Plus cases can be seen HERE
Two layered case protects from bumps, scrapes and drops
This tough protective case has been designed for those with an active lifestyle. It provides great shock and impact absorption thanks to its lightweight TPU polymer with a precisely positioned hard skeleton for added protection. The design of the exoskeleton extends out to protect vulnerable parts of your Nokia 7 Plus such as the corners and sides.
Features an impact-resistant polycarbonate exoskeleton
This dual-layer case features a tough exoskeleton, which covers the back and vulnerable corners of your phone from damage. They are made from an impact-resistant, polycarbonate plastic shell protecting your Nokia 7 Plus from accidental damage – keeping it looking as good as it did when you bought it.
Textured grid finishing improves grip and comfort
Complementing the protective properties of the polycarbonate shell is a textured finish, which not only helps to improve grip when holding the handset, but also makes it more comfortable in the palm of your hand.
Portable flip-out stand for landscape viewing
The dual-layer case’s hard exoskeleton doesn’t just add strength to the shell, but features an ergonomically designed stand that pulls out to give the perfect viewing angle for watching media, web browsing and reading. The stand then simply clicks back into place and lays completely flat so there is zero extra bulk added to the case.
Cut-outs for the main ports and features of the phone
This tough protective case has been designed specifically for the Nokia 7 Plus and has cut-outs for the main ports and features of the smartphone such as the camera with flash. The power and volume buttons are covered, but remain functional while encased to give unbeatable protection.
Last year we reviewed the Garmin 65w dashcam and it is a nice piece of kit that captures detailed footage,this time aorund we have the 55 version which looks similar and has a nice rose gold rim around the lens. Today is just a quick unboxing and first look and if you have any questions in the interim while we test it feel free to ask below or on social media..
Compact and Discreet GPS-enabled Dash Cam
Small and inconspicuous when mounted on windscreen
High-quality 3.7 megapixel camera with 1440p video capture; works even in low-light conditions
Forward collision and lane departure warnings plus alerts for nearby red light cameras and speed cameras
Includes lifetime safety camera updates
GPS-enabled with automatic incident detection (G-Sensor) saves video footage on impact to show when and where events happened
Voice control allows you to start/stop audio recording, take a still picture and more, all with your voice.
The perfect companion for travellers has arrived: the Find.Exchange app finds and compares the best exchange rates for money transfer companies, travel money and soon, prepaid currency cards around the world – in real time. So wherever your journey takes you, you’ll always find the best rate and the nearest bureau. In an always-on world, it really can make a difference for everyone – from travellers, expats and students to businesses that are always on the go.
Money transfer made easy with Find.Exchange: Transferring money and spending abroad has traditionally been a minefield of hidden and confusing charges, and the volatility of fast-changing currency rates around the world adds to the complexity. With an abundance of money transfer options saturating the marketplace, users simply cannot easily identify the best deal for them. The app from Find.Exchange is transforming this experience. Positioned as the ‘Skyscanner’ of the money transfer world
Find.Exchange simplifies the process and finds the best rates by comparing banks, FX exchange bureaus, travel agents, post offices and online money providers and can, uniquely, provide direct live information from the merchant to the user – a vital component when speed and rates matter. It’s simple, easy, fast and does all the work for you. Taking the stress out of the travel money experience means you can relax, and spend the money you’ve saved on enjoying your holiday.
Features:
• Compare money transfer companies all in one place
• Find and locate Currency Exchange Bureaus with live up-to-date rates
• Choose companies that suit your needs easily with an elaborate filter system
• View live interbank exchange rates with the currency converter and live rates
• Create alerts so you’ll know when your currency reaches your desired rate
• Historical currency charts – track and compare any exchange rate pairs for the past week or month going up to ten years
• Over 160 currencies available for exchange
Top selling points:
It’s live: The easy-to-use currency converter is ideal for real-time live rates, analysing historical data, and creating alerts for specific currency pairs. Having all this in your hand, on the go, means you can stay one step ahead of the currency exchange curve and beat the ups and downs of unpredictable markets.
Its user-centric: CEO and founder of Find.Exchange, Ricky Lee was part of the founding team at Revolut and has architected apps for the major banks in the UK. His background is as a product designer in cross-border payments, gateways, FX and digital currencies – and his commitment to the user experience really comes to the fore in this app. With a user-centric approach, the app has a clean but fun interface that allows the focus to stay firmly on delivering on the promise: to find the best rates for you.
It’s convenient: It’s simple, it’s fast, it’s easy to navigate – when speed and rates matter, this is vital. There’s no clutter or gimmicks or flashy interface either – they’ve really worked to strip back the friction of a money transfer experience and make it a seamless journey.
It’s a next gen currency aggregator: Finally, a model for the money transfer world that is based on the ‘Skyscanner’s and ‘Booking.com’s of the world.
It’s far-reaching: Find.Exchange doesn’t just cover the typical currency corridors – but the harder to reach currencies too. In fact, there’s over 160 currencies available for exchange.
The CEO – Ricky Lee was part of the founding team at Revolut and has architected apps for the major banks in the UK. His background is as a product designer in cross-border payments, gateways, FX and digital currencies.
Who they are – in a nutshell
Find.Exchange is an innovative currency comparison aggregator – think ‘Skyscanner’ of the money transfer world: they help users compare and save, based on their needs – e.g. best price, fastest speed, method of payment.
So what makes this aggregator more enticing and simply better? Ricky Lee explains that they not only cover typical currency corridors however more harder to reach currencies as well. Also the volatility of exchange rates does mean that some services are going to be cheaper with some companies on some days and at different hours. Therefore while some might argue that traditional players like Western Union, Moneycorp or Moneygram… are expensive, this might not be the case, it’s a competitive market and Find.Exchange’s partners know this.
However the biggest difference is that it is simple, easy and fast, Find.Exchange does all the work for you.
Ubranista have announced their new Detroit Spring Green headphones,other colours available are also are Dark Clown and Cheeky Peach. Detroit is light and compact, it is the perfect travel companion that will be sure to turn heads as you navigate around the city with its voguish charm – keeping up with your wireless listening demands for 12 hours on a single charge. Urbanista also offer free shipping worldwide which is great news for all.
Runway ready, the Detroit headphones are stunning to look at with its matte finish and grain pleather earpads. And thanks to its straightforward button functionality, a few button presses is all that is required to start a music playlist or to answer a call. So whenever your outfit is missing that finishing touch, the Detroit headphones will complete your look with ease. For those who love all things stylish and require a simple but powerful listening experience.
The Detroit headphones are the answer to those with heavy listening demands and busy schedules thanks to its 12-hour playtime and standby time of 300 hours. However, there might be times you’ll find yourself listening to your favorite album with such focus that you will forget to charge your headphones, leaving you without music for quite some time. But thanks to the Detroit’s clever design, if you’re ever low on power and have 15 minutes to spare in between classes or if you’re nearing the end of your work break, you can use that time to charge your headphones and get up to 3 hours of playback time.
