If you fancy checking out the VR world which is tipped to be one of the hottest tech areas this year you can now do so with Meteor Mobile,you can buy the unit outright or bundle up and save money if you purchase the Samsung Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 edge. These are hard to come by so if you plan on purchasing either of these devices it might be worth your while checking out the deal.
You can save €50 on the purchase if you bundle the phone and the headset together.For the price of €149.99 and if you bundle this is a worthy investment.
Check out what the package contains below in our unboxing and image gallery.From using this headset the last few days all we can say is you will not regret getting it…
There has been an array of new case ideas showcased at CES this year and here is one that we have had our eye on and it has now officially launched on Kickstarter… This idea is somewhat different than what we could call the norm when it comes to cases and those that have the ability to charge too,If you are a music or festival lover this will be for you.We have been speaking with the team over the last few weeks and they have asked us to show you their product.
Inspired by the energy and music embodied in Burning Man, chemist-turned-inventor Matt Sikora is launching a Kickstarter campaign to put Candel, an interactive phone case, into the hands of music lovers.
Candel cases give owners a new medium of expression, while offering protection for Apple, Samsung, and other mobile phones. Sikora was inspired to create the product after his first experience on the playa at the annual Burning Man festival.
“I began attending more festivals, and developing a personal sense of individuality,” Sikora said. “There was this unique commonality for everyone who attended. We bonded over our love for the music experience. Burning Man awakened a new sense of energy and purpose — an urge to build, create and invent. I became more confident and ready to start this project.”
The cases are powered by a small, intelligent microprocessor designed to react to various levels of sound – from the soft cadence of a voice to the booming bass of a festival speaker. As amplitude climbs and falls, the cases respond accordingly, illuminating personalized and branded images with multicolored lights that brighten and recede with the beat.
Candel cases are made out of durable material. A rechargeable battery inside of the case offers 100 percent more battery life to phones, making Candel cases a must-have to light up crowds for hours.
Candel’s light up phone cases are designed for music lovers. Beautiful and functional, this portable light show also works as a charging phone case to keep you charged and flashing all night long. Candel is the world’s first phone case that lights up and features extra battery to power your phone. The case lights up to the sound of music, voice and ringtone. They are the coolest, most unique and fun phone cases to date. Choose a light up image from our selection or select the special tier and we will make a custom light up case just for you!
The Inner Workings of the Candel Case
Candel case inner workings are more technologically advanced than other cases. Our goal was to design a case slimmer than our competitors as well as house all of the components needed to support innovative smart functions.
We developed proprietary hardware and software to accomplish the design within our constraints. The electronics pick up sound from the surrounding environment. This input is then sent to a processor where the amplitude is measured and constant gain is adjusted. This allows the case to light up perfectly no matter how close or far away you are from the sound source.
The case has an internal battery that performs two functions.
1. Provides enough juice to light up for 12 – 28 hours
2. Enough power to fully recharge your phone (however, this does depend on how long you use the light up feature)
The Candel phone case has been under development for over two years and the technology is ready to go mainstream. We need your support to move from prototype to production so we can deliver Candel cases directly to you, the consumer.
Like the idea? Head over to Kickstarter now and back the guys right away and see some more on this new idea.
VR – Virtual Reality and AR – Augmented Reality are two hypes right now and the race for VR headsets is alight with many manufacturers competing against each other to bring their unique offering to the market,one thing though here is the cost and with the upcoming options we are all aware of now is not designed to reach the consumer market so much and mainly for real tech heads like myself,However Samsung have done so bringing its last headset down quite a bit now with the consumer model at an affordable price if you will..
How about a similar experience for just €30? It is possible thanks to iCandy,not as immersive as what is now available but its quite good and in fact comfortable to wear too and light,Yes you can now buy such a device from the Carphone Warehouse and the good thing with it is its universal,Unlike what others have to offer there is no limit to the amount of devices that you can use with this which is a huge advantage over the fixed ones from say Samsung,this though is not a hit at Samsung but they have chosen this route but this time round the latest can take 4 devices where the first innovator pack just took the Note 4 limiting its maximum potential to reach the consumer,the Note 4 is a phablet and even though they sell by the truckload they do not match the likes of the S6 or 6 edge in volume…
So what do we get for €30 with iCandy?
A headset in a box with a cloth,some straps which are already installed,not like the Gear VR which had to be installed which is no big deal and the packaging was no big deal for both although the iCandy did come better packed in a nicer package and more robust than Samsung…Also to note they come with a cloth to wipe the eyelets they tend to steam up now and then which is annoying but cant be avoided really.
View from front
Top view and adjustment toggles
Looking into iCandy
Bottom view
Opened tray
Right side
Top view assembly
Front view
Left side
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The product features
Watch 3D movies and play games
Light weight with elastic comfort band
Foam padding around eyepiece
Experience computer-simulated environments
Compatible with multiple devices with screen sizes 3.5 inches up to 5.7 inches
Maximum length of phone 154mm
Maximum width 82mm
To set up is simple you can use the Google cardboard and then select games from the store and fire away,It is comfortable to wear and easy to adjust should you need to when showing friends or family..
Any questions fire away below or get us on Twitter,Check out the unboxing below..
Smartwatches are not new and still slow on the uptake where as fitness trackers are popular,though the smartwatch now has morphed into fitness trackers too they still do not have the same appeal,I use them but not everyday as I like to chop and change,Kids though is a new area for the manufacturers of wearables to grab hold of. There is already aplenty out there available now and more on the way but can you see your child actually wearing them,thats a topic for another day,never mind having a smartphone…
This watch though looks childish,is childish but packed with features and will be an attraction option compared to what is on offer,there are some nice ones out there and some not so nice,this could be said for the adults wearables too..
dokiWatch claims its the world’s most advanced smartwatch for kids 6 to 12 years old that’s also a wearable phone and locator. It’s the first-ever 3G-enabled smartwatch for kids with video calling, voice calling, and messaging capabilities in one simple device! dokiWatch anticipates what families need in order to keep connected.
This watch has more options than you can shake a stick at and is more than just a watch,dokiWatch comes with important safety features including GPS tracking, which enables parents to know the whereabouts of their children right on their smartphone. The electronic pet, or “dokiPet”, doubles as a fitness tracker to encourage kids to stay active and healthy by utilizing fun incentives such as achievement badges.
If this is something that you might be interested in,head over to their Kickstarter page where they have surpassed their required funding amount…
We have just received some nice kit in today which is the new consumer version of the Innovator GR VR which is available now for the Samsung S6 range and the Galaxy Note 5,we are using our Note 5 in the demo and the Note 5 is one of my main daily drivers now..
The packaging is minimal compared to last years offering with much missing and cheaper,this is to make the unit affordable to consumers which is excellent and compared to what is upcoming like Oculus which will cost a small fortune and you then need a super laptop behind you the price of the Gear VR is really a worthy investment,Going forward I might just mention by looking at the spamfest thoughts regarding the Galaxy S7 I would say it is possible it will work with it f you have been thinking of holding off,before we move onto more detail check out the Innovator package from last year..
THE PACKAGE AND CONTENTS
Oculus App
App download
Oculus store
Gear package
Top full set up
Bottom view set up
Looking inward
Navi keys - back button and volume toggle
Bransing
Top view,zoom dial
Micro USB port
Bottom view
Cover plate front
Cover plate rear.
Front view
Left side setting and micro USB port
Right side where device clips in.
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The set up is quite simple and takes a few minutes,once you insert the device you will be prompted to get the app and download the app from there,then sign in create account and you can add bank details for purchases,you dont need to add the bank details to use the free content and view the store and what is there..
Keys and Parts
The right sight houses the navi keys,back key and volume toggle whilst the left just has some branding,the keys will take a few minutes to adjust to and you will be fine after a few minutes usage. The top of the unit has a zoom toggle which allows you to set to your own needs or perhaps someone else who might be using it..
Installation
Inserting the device is simple and take 2 seconds I would take it easy as i feel if using it much you may eventually mark your device over time so just to keep this in mind,be easy when inserting and removing device…You can use the unit wit or without the cover plate on too but I would suggest you put it on for safety sake..
Experience.
If you are new to VR this will be a huge treat,you really feel immersed in the content and there is some really nice options to check out in the store,content is not abundant like the play store but there is enough there and you can also view whatever is on your device with the gallery app so there is no shortage of things to do.
You probably will feel a bit funny and disorientated at first and probably best sit down until you ge the feel for it,Since we have had the last innovator package there is more on offer and it will be an experience you and the family can enjoy,First timers will love it who have not tried any VR machines and for the price of the unit this is well worth the money and will keep you and the family entertained..
Any questions get us on Twitter or pop a question below and we will talk to you soon again check out the unboxing below.
Lets face it we always manage to loose chargers,lend them out and never see them again or they simply just conveniently last a certain length of time and we have to fork out good money for a new one,of course we can buy cheaper versions which is not recommended by the manufacturer,this does apply to all but there is always good third party options out there to make a quick purchase..
There is a new idea over on Indiegogo that solves this in one go, A case with a built in cable so it is always on you,always with you and you cant lent it to anyone,unless you are foolish enough to lend the entire case….Not only that this has been approved by Apple which is a good thing and even looks much better than Apples own battery pack which was release late last year..
The Boomerang case at its core is uniquely designed to encompass a 2ft USB charger that retracts in and out of the case at the push of a button. With the Boomerang you will never have to purchase nor carry another cord again. And it’s not just about saving money, it’s about convenience. We are simplifying your life by seamlessly integrating the two things that every day consumers use into 1 item. To put it simple, consumers will never forget or lose their chargers again.
In each Boomerang package that you purchase you will receive a Boomerang case, a headphone jack, a portable charger & a 6ft micro USB cable that plugs into the case. This gives you an extra long cable so you can comfortably charge when you’re not on the go.
This is a nice idea and it also looks good and its solving a solution that many of us face..Hopefully we will see the line expand to other devices in the near future.
Sales of dash-cams are booming as savvy drivers purchase them to get a cut in insurance and protect themselves against the alarming increase of “crash for cash” scams.A growing number of insurance companies (UK)are cutting the cost by 10 per cent or more for those who have a dash cam in their cars as some insurance companies have reported up to 50 per cent of their fraudulent claims are due to deliberate crashes.
Dash cams are now popping up in local petrol stations and stores such as Lidl and Aldi and more and they are now much cheaper than they have once been selling for,of course the same theory applies,you get what you pay for,but they are a worthy investment and can also capture more than you might expect or unexpect..
Recently, the number of dash cams sold at Argos have increased by 35 per cent month-on-month. Dash Cams have become affordable with prices starting from €36.49 which has also boosted sales.
Dash-cams can film either the road in front or both ahead and behind. They are wired into the car so they automatically turn on and start recording when the car is started. Cameras can be powered by a cable plugged into the cigarette lighter. Dash-cams have built-in memory and record on a continuous loop, so when the storage is full it will record over the oldest footage.
Argos sat nav buyer Hannah Coy said: “There has been a significant rise in sales of dash cams. Some insurance companies are offering a cut of 10 per cent or more in insurance to those who have a dash cam.
“The huge increase in the number of deliberate crashes has also led to people wanting to protect themselves against scams and to be able to prove their innocence.”
There seems to be plenty of new arrivals to the charging market and all are unique in their own respect and of course welcome,battery anxiety is still a problem and will be for some time as mentioned in similar articles,a few people at CES have been in touch with us and want us to share what they have to offer,so we will give a few samples over the coming days of what we find worthy….
Fully charge the compact Cindr pack in 3 minutes and get enough juice to fully recharge most cell phones + lifespan of 5,000 cycles sounds good???
The Cindr battery pack is a rechargeable cell phone battery pack you charge from an AC wall outlet. It works like most conventional cell phone battery packs except it charges VERY FAST.
Cindr differs from fast charge battery packs that use very large batteries in order to achieve fast charge capability. The magic is in the cell technology of the battery itself. A special titanium based chemistry that was developed for super-fast charging and discharging applications. The electrode in the Cindr battery is based on titanium oxide, a type of ceramic, engineered to handle fast charging that would damage and pose extreme danger if applied normal lithium batteries.
From a single 3 minute charge, Cindr can charge most iPhone products to 100%, and can bring most other smartphones to a relatively high state of charge. Cindr is fast, portable, and will last forever, but the cost for these features is capacity. We have made Cindr to a size we feel is an optimal balance of size, weight, cost, with features to meet the needs of many customers. The following chart shows how much Cindr can charge some of the most popular smartphones on the market today.
In around 5 minutes Cindr is fully charged for even more available energy. If your smartphone or other device is not listed, and you are interested in knowing how much charge Cindr can render, you can use the iPhone 6 as a standard unit of measurement. With just a little math, you can compare the capacity of your device with that of the iPhone 6, which is 1810mAh, and multiply the ratio as: (your phone mAh/1810mAh)*103% = % charge for your device.
Think its a good idea or something you would require? Head over and support the team at Kickstarter.
Battery anxiety will not be going away any time soon but there is always solutions there in the interim to help us along,Sure we are now seeing devices beefing up the battery and all that but typically these are on the bigger devices sporting 5 inches or more which in the long run does not completely solve the problem,In the real world we spend more time on our devices now more than ever for browsing,social media and also eCommerce is now seeing a boom on our mobiles,all of this coincides with statistics pointed out by many in the media.
There is a multitude of products now available on the market today but convenience wins,we do not want bulk,pricey or odd looking accessories if we do carry around such items,We have featured several of the aforementioned before and also spoke on RTE with the consumer show last year on ways to tackle the above but until battery limits are more reasonable we are stuck with what is on offer today which is not a bad thing regardless.
John Fang from HSR Ltd has got in touch with us to tell us about a new alternative to the dreaded battery anxiety and the product is called Rockit
The Roc’Kit™ is designed to charge your smartphone with the shortest distance in mind. No wiring and extensions between the Roc’Kit™ and your phone means more power for your smartphone.
The Roc’Kit™ is built with a proprietary 2.5Amp I/O chip onboard. It is designed to charge smartphones up to 5x faster than other power banks on the market. Now, not only your smartphone can be charged quickly and safely, but the Roc’Kit™ can be charged quickly as well!
Specs
Battery：Lithium-Ion
Capacity：1200mAh
Dimension：0.83×0.83×3.54 inches
Weight：45g
Input：5V 2.5A
Output：5V 2.5A
Self-Charging：30min
Recharge Cycles：Full Charge > 500 Times (battery capacity at 85% after 500 charge cycles)
1 Year Warranty: The Roc’Kit comes with a one-year manufacturer’s limited warranty. To ensure best quality delivered to the backers, all Roc’Kits will be tested and QCed before shipping.
Think its a good idea? Head over to Indiegogo and support the team and leave feedback below if you wish… We will be reporting some more when we receive the product ourselves…Stay tuned for more….
