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Upgrade your kids for school with the new 2-in-1 #KurioSmart for students By @VicenteA_George #Windows #Tablet #Kids

In this “modernized” world we live now, things are a lot different from what they were when we where kids. For example our biggest success used to be owning the highest score on the Snake Game.

Now, some children do not even use a notebook (the classic one) to take notes, they use their phones, their tablets or even their laptops to get the job done.

And its not always easy seeing our child carrying  expensive gadgets to take a walk.

Well, enter the Kurio Smart the Windows Hybrid specifically designed for kids.

SliderHomeSMARTThe 2-in-1 Kurio Smart is like having a small Surface or an ASUS Transformer, our kids can play and work with.

Take a look at the specs:

DISPLAY: 8.9 inch IPS capacitive touch screen
RESOLUTION: 1280 x 800 pixels
CPU: Quadcore Intel® Bay Trail™ – T Z3735G
GPU: Intel® HD Graphic- Gen 7
OPERATING SYSTEM: Windows 8.1
STORAGE MEMORY: 32GB
RAM: 1GB
CAMERA: 0.3Mpx Front / 2Mpx Rear
CONNECTIVITY: Wi-Fi b/g/n – Bluetooth 4.0
LANGUAGES: Supports multi languages
CONNECTION: Micro USB – Micro HDMI
MICRO SD CARD SLOT: Up to 32GB of extra memory
BATTERY: 4900mAh

Apart from all that (as you can imagime from the title and part of the reading) there’s also a Detachable Keyboard include that also acts as screen protector and stand, transforming your Tablet into an small notebook (a modern one)

It also packs the proprietary Kurio Motion Technology which allows the kids to play with 18 games that tracks the motion from the tablet itself (Like a small Nintendo Wii)

With Windows 8.1 and  Office 365 personal subscription and Free Unlimited storage on OneDrive! The Kurio Smart is ready to go and help your children in whichever task they might need.

The device packs Windows 8.1 but as you’d expect is upgradable to Windows 10 and by the end of September, the tablet will then come with Windows 10.

The Kurio Smart has a price tag of £180 for U.K  and  $200 for the U.S  (Keyboard included)

Take a look

As you can see is a pretty solid buy, Let us know in the comments what do you think of it .

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Discover new ways to interact with your pet thanks to @Petcube By @VicenteA_George #Pets #IOS #Android #App

Most of us love ours pets, actually they’re practically another family member. Unfortunately we can’t stay with them all the time they need and deserve…. Until now!

Meet Petcube the new way to interact with your pets even when you are not at home

The Petcube Camera is the first product of its kind that allows pet owners to watch, talk and play with their pets from their smartphone, and even from their smart watch by offering a free mobile app for iOS and Android devices.

No matter what kind of animal you own you’ll always need to “keep an eye” when you’re gone and “little cube” can help you with that

Petcube is a 4 x 4 x 4 inches gadget with tons of stuff in it, take a look:

138° degree wide angle camera streaming HD 720p video

Connects to home Wi-Fi

LED notification

2-way audio stream through built-in microphone and speaker

Built-in 5mW 3R class laser, certified & safe (To play and interact with your kittens and puppies)

Non-slip bottom surface, standard tripod mount

110/240 power adapter (US type plug)

and is iOS (iOS 7.0 or greater) & Android (4.0 or greater) compatible.

Above of all there’s the Petcube App which lets you watch, talk and play with with pets from all over the world with their own mini Instagram.

Even if you don’t have your own Petcube Camera yet, you can use the app to watch some pet’s life, and the life of future pets, because the team behind all this made donations to pet shelters so you can see and help the cutest animals to get a family and a home.

(You’ll get the best viewing angle by placing the device 3 feet off the ground or higher)

There’s also an app for the Apple Watch to keep you updated without the hassle to look for your phone.

But enough talk! Take a look for yourself

As you can see is simple yet effective, if what you want is to “keep an eye” at home while you’re out and have the chance to talk with your pet anywhere, here’s the solutions for you.

Priced at $199 You can Find the Petcube HERE

The IOS app HERE

and The Android app HERE

Let us know in the comments if you find yourself getting one for your home.

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Add Magnetic charge to your smartphone with ZNAPS By @VicenteA_George #Startup #Znaps

Looking forward the hassle of taking care of the charging socket of your smartphone when it lacks wireless charging, ZNAPS offers a really simple solution.

ZNAPS is a specially designed magnetic adapter for your mobile devices, one that can easily change the way you charge.

The trick is made by the two parts of the adaptor, the first part that goes in your phone socket and the second one that goes over your cable plug.

ZNAPS supports charging as well as data synchronization and it’s designed for Lightning cable, Micro-USB and USB Type C cable which makes it compatible with almost every piece of portable tech you have.

Let’s take a look a what it offers:

Lightning / Micro-USB / USB-C Support

Easy Plug / Unplug: The magnetic connection Connect and Detect your phone instantly.

Reversible: You can “plug” the cable on any side.

Data Synchronisation

Charge Indicator:  Small hidden LED to indicate charging status.

Cable Protection: Protection for the cable connector head.

Minimal: It’s so small that’s compatible with almost any smartphone case (maybe some Trident or Otterbox cases may present problems due to the charger flap)

Affordable: The base price point is $9

Waterproof: Prevent water damage at the phone socket.

Yes! you read that right, it makes your phone waterproof! Well sort of, what it really makes is block liquids of any kind from entering the phone socket.
The ZNAPS Connector has a silicone ring that does the work of preventing water from getting into your phone port.

Another special features it has and worth the notice are:

Is Micro-USB 3.0 compatible.

Supports Quick Charge 2.0.

and last but no least they also add a Keychain Case to carry two adapters and two connectors with you.

But enough talk! Take a look by yourself:

Right now the guys at ZNAPS are about to finish their Kickstarter campaign but you can still grab some early promotions that goes from $9 with One (1) ZNAPS combo (connector+adapter) all the way until $480 with 10 ZNAPS combos + 10 Keychains and more stuff

To do that you can go HERE

Are you going to “Change the way you Charge”? Let us know in the comments sections bellow, or Tweet us using #techbuzzireland

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That Keyboard from Samsung Yes that… #Samsung #Keyboard..

Samsung have today announced a keyboard attachment which is reminiscent of BlackBerry and Nokia E-Series,why for such a big phone sporting a huge screen with a more than capable keyboard is anyone’s guess but some seem to think its for those who miss Blackberry  and trying to get some of the Blackberry pie…  Will many people buy the keyboard, I dont think so to be honest but nonetheless is an option for buyers that prefer that physical touch… Perhaps it is better than it looks..Many people today still do miss the physical keyboard or either hate it so its a good move I guess from Samsung covering all angles especially  current BlackBerry users ..

BlackBerry have yet to officially unveil the much rumored Venice device but here is what we are looking at comparing the two side by side…. Thinking ahead Samsung ??

 

No price has been quoted for this piece of hardware,its expected to go on sale same time as the Note 5 hits stores.. The keyboard just snaps onto the Note 5 so its a simple process to connect both together..

What do you think of this and would price sway you toward a purchase ???

Noreve – Leather case review for the BlackBerry Classic #BlackBerry #Noreve #Review

Our latest case from Noreve has arrived and its for the BlackBerry Classic which has yet not reached our shores but can be imported,same applies to the BlackBerry Leap and the Powerhouse Passport which even surprised me,this device has a battery you just cant kill in a day which is saying something..

Onto the case itself which is a flip case and of course made from quality leather and comes packed in a nice box and pouch.presentation always has been great with Noreve cases and so has quality as seen below the box is the typical red colour and inside will be the case and the pouch for storage so when the case is not in use it will be kept dirt and dust free…

 

Onto the case in general starting from top and bottom..

First off its got a nice feel in the hand and also grippy to hold which is good the BlackBerry Classic is not cheap but the build quality is quite tough and the case does protect it all round but when open you may be unlucky on how it lands but the inside of the case does overlap the screen so you should be fine..The top has a clip which closes tight and access to the power key headphone socket and mic. Also on top there is cut outs for the earpiece and the notification LED so when closed you can still see notifications.

The bottom provides access for the USB port and speaker grille and both front and back are joined here with a single flap of leather and its quite a seamless affair with no bulky joints..Also present is the Noreve logo on the bottom right hand side slightly raised from the case itself,this is not a problem but may catch in things depending on pocket etc..

 

The back of the case is rather a plain affair as most cases would be due to placement of speakers etc,all we have is the camera and flash at our disposal here and that’s all there is too it,front and back of the case are quite plain in general here but there is a nice look to it making up for that. When opened with no product inside we can see the Noreve logo embedded into the case top and bottom and there is that lovely smell of fresh leather to boot..

On the left and right sides we are offered ample space to access the volume keys and ports for Sim card and Micro SD slots,whilst shut volume keys are not really easy to touch but there is no need but the important sim tray and sd slots are easy to access,the device is almost fully covered here offering great protection all round and should see you safe if dropped..

Overall the case is quite nice and fitting it feels good in hand an not much bulk is added compared to what is on offer and it looks well to giving it that business look the case comes with all the features required to make it a non invasive experience on your points of need with all ports and buttons at hand with nothing obscured..

There is several styles of case to get for the classic and you can custom build your case too which is a bonus,check out the details below and do tell if you have a case of plan to purchase one in the near future..

CHARACTERISTICS

– Elegant case conceived in top quality handcrafted leather
– Hand-crafted manufacturing quality
– Easy-to-close case without non-magnetic closure nor snap closure
– Slim and padded design
– Protects the device in an optimal manner
– All sides protective case
– Access to basic functions (multiple openings on the leather)
– Camera lens & flash access
– Headphones and headset jack access
– Charging and synchronization cable access
– Beautiful interior lining embossed with the Noreve logo

You can buy the case starting from €55 and custom build from the options provided,this gives real fans a choice to build something for themselves , check out more at Noreve

Ulak – Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Knox Armor Series #Ulak # Samsung #Note4 #Review #Cases

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is certainly up there with the best devices on the market now and this comes at a price too dropping your Note 4 could be a costly mishap so protection would be advised though many like the naked feel to a device but its best to have it protected outdoors especially as a screen for this device would set you back around €180 or so.

Today we look at the  case for the Galaxy note 4..

  • Advanced Front Cover Design for Easy Installation
  • Built-in Screen Protector without compromising sensitivity
  • Advanced dual-layer (PC + TPU) design provides great impact and shock resistance and prevents accidental drop, bumps, and shock
  • Easy access to all features (buttons, camera, speaker, and ports)
  • Four corner cushioning for shock resistant protection, Sporty profile and multiple color options

Presentation – 

Is the same as it was in the S5 case we reviewed and its simple easy packaging containing the case,interns and some instructions and its easy to open..

The case is pretty tough and not too bulky and you can be sure your Note 4 will be well protected here with this case and there is some nice colours to pick from and overall its quite sturdy and should you drop your Note 4 you will be fine in most incidents,its all luck on how the device hits the ground anyhow.

The camera area on the case is quite good offering full protection to the lens and flash,both are recessed so good protection here even on a flat surface faced down you will be fine once the surface is flat and smooth and nothing sitting around,no loss of function is affected either as some cases can obscure viewing angles.

On the left and right sides of the case we have our usual areas covered and where buttons are concerned they are soft coverings and functionality is as normal,not stiff and travel well,there is again a black edging as seen on the S5 case adding more grip and quite comfortable to hold,durable and should last the phones lifetime..

Front and back..

All areas again on front and back are catered for and pretty safe from harms way,even the proximity sensor and front facing camera are protected here,the entire screen is recessed and so to is the home key and speaker grille,this offers maximum protection all round and makes holding and using the phone easy with good grip and nice to use,there is not much bulk to be fair and the case is not heavy so an overall user experience would be good,this is if you value your device and work outdoors especially on building sites,this case is made for you.

 

Top and bottom..

Again all protected in the best way with a flap over the USB area,this was a tad stiff as was the headphone socket but certainly loosened up over time so this will keep out dirt and dust which does accumulate over time and indeed can cause problems,the Spen area was the only gripe here for me as I found it hard to get the pen out but then I have big fingers so this would not be something everyone would have to worry about,also on the case there is a bumper on each edge which is a nice design featured and should give more protection should your device hit corner first,this would give notable damage with no protection at all

If you fancy one of these cases they are not expensive and can be bought from Amazon and they are a worthy investment especially if you are the outdoor type,some prefer not to have case on their mobiles but I am between both,if i am out I take a case and at home or in office I prefer the naked feel on my expensive phones,I do like to feel that product that’s been paid for…It is better to be safe than sorry regardless as some day it will happen when you drop your nice expensive phone and have a small fortune to hand out,at $10.99 its a bargain.

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Add extra battery & Storage to your Galaxy S6/Edge Thanks to @myIncipio By @VicenteA_George #S6 #Android

Worry about battery problems on your Samsung Galaxy S6/ S6 Edge?

Thinking  if your internal storage is going be enough for this holiday season?

Fear not! The Incipio offgrid battery case is here to cover your back.

The Incipio Offgrid is specially design to recover what use to be a signature of Samsung flagships, the removable back and the micro SD slot, although you’ll need to make one sacrifice, you S6’s sleek profile.

The same features a 3,700mAg backup battery compatible with Samsung Fast Charging, as well as Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0.

What means you can use the QC feature of your phone while using the case.

It also add a card slot which supports microSD cards up to 128GB. what means, if you have the 128gb S6/S6 Edge you can literally double your storage.

Let’s Highlight some of the features:

Thermal Optimization: Prevent your phone from overheats.

Overcharge Protection: Automatic shut off when is fully charge to preserve the battery.

Output Over-Voltage Protection: The case track the voltage output.

Fast Charge Pass-Through Circuitry: Automaticly select between fast charging and traditional charging power sources.

Current Limit Protection: The offGRID Case automatically turn off if the output pass maximum levels.

Near Field Communication Pass-Through: Maintain NFC and contactless payment support.

The only thing preventing this case of being perfect, is that you need to switch between “Battery Mode” and “Storage Mode” (At this stage it doesn’t support both at the same time)

You can find the offGRID at $89.99 and is only available in black.

The box packs pretty much everything you could need:

What’s in the Box?

You can order yours HERE and you could get a 15% off

What do you think of this new case? Are you going to get one? Do you have one? Let us know in the comments below.

Ulak – Samsung Galaxy S5 Knox Armor case review. #Cases #Reviews #Samsung #Ulak

Ulak is a new brand who makes cases for mobile phones catering to fashion minded people wanting to add some individuality as well as protection to their smart phone or tablet.They have been in touch with us and sent us over a few samples to review and today we kick off with the Samsung Galaxy S5 case..

Features

  • Advanced dual layer designed case combined of Polycarbonate hard shell and flexible TPU withstands accidental drop, bump and shock
  • Front cover with built-in screen protector prevents scratches without compromising sensitivity
  • Samsung Galaxy S5 Fingerprint Scanner Compatible; Samsung Galaxy S5 Heartbeat Sensor Compatible
  • All features accessible with case installed; Port covers keep out debris and dust; Sporty design with multi-color options

First off the packaging is quite simple and straight forward with an easy to open product which contains the case,instructions and a built in screen protector so all in all you are covered here regarding protection for you Galaxy S5.there is also a layer of removable layer of thin polythene on the front and back of the case which is probably for transportation purposes..

 

 

The case is easy enough to install and something very similar to Otterbox,you just peel the edge away from the housing and then then the housing pops out and from here on its a simple process to put it all together and will be no trouble for anyone to install which is good,some cases can be a bit cumbersome or require some effort to install,not the case here it will take about 30 seconds in fact taking your time,maybe less..

The top of the case has all aspects covered with access for the mic,headphone socket which is also covered with a flap to keep out dirt and dust,this is a nice featured to be implemented also there is clear access for the infra-red beam,also on the top corners there is addition bumpers raised should the device land on its corner this will give it extra protection,these raised bumps are present on all corners..The camera area is also recessed giving good protection and enabling users to put the device on a flat surface which will keep it free from scratching the lens and flash etc.Also present is cut outs for the proximity sensor,earpiece and secondary camera again not performance lost in these areas.

The bottom of the device follows line with the top and again present is the two bumpers on the corners,we also have another flap here which gives optimum protection against the elements and protects the USB charging.connectivity port,the flaps on both ends are quite solid and don’t seem to come loose which is good and makes you feel secure your important parts are well protected at all times.The speaker again is below level which gives it protection from the elements with no sound loss or interference with having the cover going around the edges.

 

On the sides of the case again protection is excellent with soft buttons to make full use of buttons and no feedback is lost here,they are soft and malleable and not solid blocks and travel well and they follow inline with the band which surrounds the housing and feels soft whilst the backing on the case is hard,the case itself is grippy and will not slip out of hand at all and does not add much bulk to the device either,overall its a good case and priced quite well to be fair in what it has to offer.The screen protector is also fine and built in and no feedback was lost,over time it may become marked like any other offering similar on the market so it cant be faulted here on that respect.

You can purchase the case from the Amazon store and this case in particular will cost you $10.99 right now and comes in a variety of colours..

 

 

 

 

@Z_Charge Now on sale, Our readers get a 25% discount. #Charging #ZCharge #Tech

You may or may not remember this great new idea that came to life last year but lets refresh your memory. Z-Charge was a kick starter project born in Ireland and was successful and now the product is available today to buy.Z-Charge is a neat idea which solves charging solutions at home in your bed which works both sides and can cater for one or more devices and it also keeps cables away and you can store your device too which is really a good idea,something I could do with myself…

Z-Charge comes in several colours too such as White,Black,Chocolate Brown and Dove Grey and costs just €79.99. Z-Charge just takes two minutes to install and its a simple set up process,It’s a lightweight and adjustable unit for all your USB devices, including phones, tablets and eReaders of any shape or size. Z-Charge is simply plugged into a single socket in the wall and powered on and off via a standalone switch.

What do I get in the box ?

Your Z-Charge unit arrives ready to use. The unique hub and connecting female USB cables are packaged in the box. Follow these instructions to assemble your Z-Charge.

 

 

 In the package you will get the following – One Z-Charge unit.
One USB hub with ability to charge six devices. 12V 2A Power Supply with on/off switch.
Z-Charge rests across the base of a bed. The length of the device is adjustable and held in position by the weight of the mattress, with overlapping storage pouches on either side for up to six devices. The multiple charging cables are neatly tucked away, yet readily accessible when required. Devices can be grabbed quickly or stored away easily, through opening access along the top and side of pouch. They are safely secured with a Velcro closure.
If you would like to purchase the Z-Charge head over HERE and out readers get a 25% discount with this code {zcharge25.}