Category: New Launch

WindowsR Maintenance Revolutionized by Brand-New Auslogics BoostSpeed 11. #WindowsR #Auslogics

Auslogics has just released  a brand-new version 11 of the company’s most popular PC optimization program and introduced a number of innovative features users will appreciate. 

July 10th 2019 – Auslogics Software, Australian publisher of computer maintenance, security and productivity products, has just released a new major version of its flagship PC optimizer, BoostSpeed. The software has received a complete overhaul and now comes with a free version and expanded functionality. 

Among the innovative features introduced in the new release is the Ask a Question option that lets users get their toughest PC or software-related questions answered by a live expert. Users facing difficulties with getting their computers to perform better, with their devices not working properly or any other type of technology issue can use the Customer Care tab in BoostSpeed to submit their question to an online forum, where an Auslogics expert and other users will be able to answer it. Questions and answers remain online and can be browsed and searched as a source of effective solutions to many types of PC problems.

 

Another new feature implemented in BoostSpeed 11 is a special mode that protects computers from pet-caused disasters. The new Cat Mode, when enabled, locks the keyboard and mouse when a PC is idle, so that there is no risk of cat paws causing any damage as the cat walks across the desk. The user has total control over the feature, can set up the unlock code and decide when the mode should get activated.

 

While helpful to pet owners, BoostSpeed 11 comes with a number of other useful features that have been implemented based on extensive analysis of user feedback. This includes the new Deep Disk Cleaner, Force Uninstall for unwanted software, new privacy and security features, real-time PC boosting functionality and over 20 tools to cover most PC user needs. 

 

The completely redesigned interface makes BoostSpeed 11 as easy to navigate as a web browser, with tabs the user can switch between and program features displayed in the order they are recommended to be applied in. PC users of any experience level receive enough guidance to be able to easily clean their computers, remove privacy traces, tweak system settings and fix slowdown causes. The software offers extensive options for setting up automatic maintenance and optimization, and provides tools to shred sensitive files, secure personal data, sort through large files to clear disk space, boost Internet connection speed and perform over a dozen other tasks.    

 

“In this new version, we have taken customer favourite features from previous BoostSpeed editions and added in a number of truly innovative tools and options,” says Anna Lind, Auslogics PR representative. “The result is a software toolkit that combines great usability with maximum effectiveness.”

 

One of the things users will appreciate most about the new release is that BoostSpeed now comes with a free version that doesn’t have any time limitations. It allows running essential Windows cleanup and optimization as many times as needed, without requiring an activation key. BoostSpeed 11 Free may be downloaded from the publisher’s website at http://www.auslogics.com/en/software/boost-speed/. 

Along with BoostSpeed 11, Auslogics has also released new versions of other company products, including the popular Disk Defrag, Registry Cleaner and Windows Slimmer, which now come in Free and Pro versions. Free versions of these programs can be downloaded from http://www.auslogics.com. 

Company Background:

Founded in 2008 in Sydney, Australia, Auslogics Software publishes a wide range of computer maintenance, optimization and security tools for home and business use. The wide array of software titles produced by Auslogics includes virus and spyware protection, disk defragmentation and cleanup, Windows registry maintenance, Internet connection speedup, file recovery and a lot more. 

 

Software from Auslogics is used by over 15 million people around the globe and is the tool of choice of many IT and computer manufacturing companies, like Sony VAIO or AVG, in the US and other countries. Auslogics is a Microsoft Gold Application Development Partner and an Intel Premier Elite Software Partner.

Auslogics Disk Defrag has been praised as the best disk defragmentation tool on CNET and other online resources, as well as included in the 10 best free software programs of the year list by PC Magazine several years in a row.

More information: http://www.auslogics.com/en/

Ennercell – True Wireless Cable-Free Power Bank.. #Ennercell #Tech #Charging

The Ennercell is a true wireless cable-free battery pack designed doubled-sided charging coils, allowing you to charge your smartphone and itself completely cable-free. It is a compact device measuring 3.7 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches and only weighs 4.3 oz, but packes a 5,000 mAh Li-Po cell. The Ennercell supports Qi fast wireless charging for Android devices and iPhones, including AirPods.  We will have our review soon so stay tuned for that.. Ennercell launched on Kickstarter on 19th June 2019, and reached their campaign goal in just 3 days which says alot and we cant wait to be one of the first to test it. 

Notables and Key Features: 

  • World’s first battery pack to feature double-sided charging coils to support wireless pass-through charging, which ensures a true wireless cable-free experience 
  • Supports fast wireless charging for all Qi compatible devices, including Android smartphones, iPhones, and AirPods 
  • IP67 water resistant 
  • Single waterproof USB Type-C port for Power Delivery 3.0 input, which fast charges Ennercell at 18W power. 
  • Battery Capacity: 18.5Wh / 5000mAh 
  • Dimensions: 3.7” x 2.5” x 0.5” / 96 x 66 x 13.5 mm 
  • Weight: 3.4oz / 122g 

For more information, please visit http://www.ennercell.com

See their campaign – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ennercell/ennercell-true-wireless-cable-free-battery-pack

Oupio’s Hi-Fi powered smart lamp launches on Indiegogo. #Oupio #Indiegogo @oupio_official

Tech-heads, minimalists and interior designers take note: the premium speaker-meets-smart-lamp Oupio puts you in full control of a room’s ambience. While most hybrid products merely ‘glue’ functions together, the sleek yet timeless Oupio fully integrates high-end sound with lighting that covers the full range of sunlight – enabling it to match our natural circadian rhythm and boost productivity.

 

The quest for dynamic ambience

“We’re not wired to live in confined spaces with fixed ambiences,” says Vlad Iorgulescu, founder and designer at Oupio. “Ambience should be dynamic and respond to our human needs – so it can have a positive influence on our mood, health and wellbeing.”

“And while current technologies offer a vast array of functionality, they also create a vast array of clutter. So we also need hybrid products, with mixed functionality, that merge tech with interior design principles and, as a result, seamlessly integrate in any home environment.”

“Companies such as Google call the application of these notions ‘neuroaesthetics’. We prefer to call it good design,” says Vlad.

In other words: our living spaces need an update.

 

No more landfill

“As a product designer, I saw a lot of products that fall under the category ‘future landfill materials’,” says Vlad. “But when we began talking about this to customers of our design and engineering consultancy Creative Pill, we realized it’s a shared desire to build things that last – both in their function and their aesthetic.”

With a background in architecture, Vlad decided to apply this philosophy to product design. Building a small dedicated global team of designers, engineers and audio/electronics specialists, he set out to design a hybrid product that could define a room’s ambiance. Oupio was born.

The resulting spherical object has a diameter of 22 centimeters. Crafted from carefully selected wood (oak, ash or cork), glass (white opal) and anodized aluminum, Oupio is also modular. Its modularity means it can be installed anywhere – whether as a pendant or desk lamp.

Own less

More than anything else, sound and light define a room’s ambience. “Yes, air quality is another important factor, and early prototypes did actually include sensors. But then we decided to keep things simple,” chuckles Vlad.

In fact, fully integrating sound with light is not simple at all: “They don’t like being together in the same small space. For example, the LED drivers create noise and the LEDs themselves generate a lot of heat that we needed to dissipate so it would not interfere with the sound.”

Such challenges explain why somewhat similar existing products on the market are not true hybrids but merely ‘glue’ together different functions into one object. With the glass lamp shade doubling as the actual acoustic chamber, Oupio is a true hybrid.

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‘Human-centric lighting’ is a term that is gaining traction. Scientific studies have shown that the moon’s white light boosts productivity, while sunset yellows boost melatonin production for a restful night’s sleep.

By using twenty 1-watt LEDs, Oupio covers the full spectrum of natural sunlight (2,700K to 6,000K). “If the Indiegogo campaign is particularly successful we hope, as a stretch goal, to apply RGB LEDs for the initial production run – so by flickering these, we can for example simulate fireplace lighting,” says Vlad.

However, current functionality is already impressive: producing up to 2,000 lumens makes it perfect for a modest living room or a large bedroom. With the LEDs designed for a lifetime of at least 10,000 hours, you’ll never have to change a lightbulb again.

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Audiophiles will be particularly impressed by the many interesting tech and design choices made by the Oupio team.

Using the patented Balance Mode Radiator technology from sound innovators Tectonic Audio Labs, which ensures the sound is distributed evenly throughout a room, and drivers that are placed in a way that turns them into a virtual coaxial driver, Oupio offers high-fidelity, well-balanced sound with plenty of bass and clarity. While covering a wide range of frequencies (65Hz to 20KHz), you can also crank it up enough to annoy the neighbours (90dB).

Music streaming is done via Bluetooth or audio cable, while Oupio’s various functions can be controlled via the intuitive touch interface. Groups of up to five units can be made via a dedicated low-latency WiFi network.

 

Oupio offers: 1. Audio streaming via Bluetooth to groups of up to 5 units 2. Human centric lighting that simulates the natural sunlight 3. High quality materials and good design 4. Touch interface & App Control.

Visit their campaign here – https://igg.me/at/oupio

Case-E – Speck’s Ultimate Travel Companion. #Kids #Holidays #Travel #Tech

Holiday season is well and truly upon us. After weeks of planning, packing and last-minute purchases, it’s easy to overlook the most important question – “How will we keep the kids entertained?!” Luckily, Speck has the perfect solution! Keep the restless legs and “are we there yet”s to a minimum this year with Case-E – Speck’s ultimate travel companion for kids.

Kids are using tablets more than ever today, whether it be for education, games or entertainment. The occasional bump or drop is unavoidable, but with Case-E, your little one’s iPad is secured against drops of up to 1.8-meters with Speck’s proprietary shock barrier. It’s EVA foam layer is soft and BPA free to put parents’ minds at ease.

Case-E’s unique design and drop-tested protection is suited to the imagination of young users, allowing them to play and interact with their iPad without risking damage or breakages. One can argue should we be allowing our kids spend more time on devices but it is unavoidable and we can give them restricted time allowances on tablets and the likes..That also goes for us adults.

 

Case-E will quickly become your child’s favorite accessory with its bright colors and fun features. The case has flexible and detachable “arms” – crafted from EVA foam – that provide a secure grip for small hands. These arms also double up as a convenient stand for both landscape and portrait mode. In addition to this, Case-E’s flexible arms can be wrapped around the back of car seats or other fixtures which is ideal for keeping your children entertained on the go.

— Available for iPad Mini (2019) and iPad Pro (9.7”) —

Withings announce the new Chic Collection. #Withings #Chic #Fitness #Health

Withings have just launched the all new Chic collection. Keeping the design similar to before and minimalistic yet looking great the new Chic Collection is affordable and sporting a longer lasting battery which now is up to 18 MONTHS. I was happy with my 2 plus months on my Multisport Hybrid which I reviewed recently. The new Chic collection is just €99.95 which is very competitive compared to other offerings out there.

The Timeless Chic collection expands on the original Move collection with a material upgrade: each timepiece features a stainless steel case, mineral glass, chrome indexes, brushed dial, and metal hands.

See more HERE

 

 

 

Groov-e launches affordable true wireless earphones with voice assistant. #TrueWireless

Groov-e, a leading UK tech brand, today introduces its newest true wireless headphones, the SoundBuds. Boasting the latest technology, the SoundBuds, at just £59.99, include a ‘touch to talk’ feature which gives users access to their AI assistant without opening the phone. Simply press a button on the side of the headphones and speak directly with Siri, Google Assistant or Alexa. Using voice commands users can cue music, ask for directions, set calendar events and make phone calls quickly and easily when on-the-go.

Allowing users to be free from any cables or neckbands, the SoundBuds offer uncompromised, completely wireless sound with impressive stereo audio quality. A sleek, compact and minimalistic design makes the SoundBuds perfect for anyone, whether they’re commuting, exercising or taking calls from the office.

Featuring Bluetooth V5 technology, users are able to connect the SoundBuds seamlessly with any smart-device that’s up to 10 metres away. They deliver up to four-hours of battery life from a single charge, and up to 14 hours in total with the pocket friendly charging case. Perfect for on-the-go and completely hassle free, the SoundBuds automatically turn on and connect to each other once taken out of their charging case, or just use one at a time for a mono version on calls.

Comfortable and lightweight, the SoundBuds come with extra earbuds to ensure users get the perfect fit. Featuring a built-in mic and on-earbud controls, users have the power to answer or reject incoming calls or switch their music without a wire or device in sight.

Kunal Patel, Director, Groov-e said: “With our latest launch we are proving that you don’t need to spend a fortune to have a quality pair of true wireless headphones. With the SoundBuds coming in at £60, this offers a step up to our Playbuds, packed with technology such as our voice assistant guide and Bluetooth 5.0.”

The SoundBuds true wireless earphones are available now from www.groov-e.co.uk for £59.99

Amazon Introduces Echo Show 5.Compact Design, Rich Sound,Built-In Camera Shutter for €89.99 #EchoShow5

Today, Amazon announced the newest addition to the Echo family—Echo Show 5. With its compact design, 5.5-inch display, rich sound, HD camera, and built-in camera shutter, Echo Show 5 lets Alexa show you things in every room of your home—all for only €89.99.

 “Since we launched the first Echo Show device, customers have told us that they love asking Alexa to show them things—whether it’s asking for their favourite recipes to cook along with or adding items to their shopping lists. With Echo Show 5, we’ve made it even easier and affordable for customers to add a smart display to every room of their house,” said Jorrit Van der Meulen, VP Amazon Devices EU. “The compact form factor is perfect for a bedside table or desk, plus it has a camera shutter for added peace of mind, and new Alexa privacy features that are coming soon for even more control.”  
 

Compact Design for Rich Entertainment

With rich and full sound, Echo Show 5 is great for watching music videos from Vevo or for listening to your favourite songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Deezer, TuneIn and more. Simply say, “Alexa, play my dinner playlist” to play music for your dinner party.

 

Echo Show 5 makes it easy to catch up on your favourite shows from Prime Video, or short news clips from Reuters, BBC News, RTÉ and more. Coming soon, a new integration with wikiHow allows you to access hundreds of how-to videos by voice—all you have to do is ask to learn how to meditate, how to cut up a mango or how to open a tight jar.

 

New Ways to Control Your Smart Home

A new smart home dashboard on all Echo Show devices gives you even more control over compatible smart home devices and groups. You can also view your smart home camera feed and thermostats, access recently used devices, and manage smart devices by group.  

 

With the Arlo baby camera, just say, “Alexa, show me the nursery camera,” to check on your baby when your hands are full. Echo Show 5 also has two-way talk functionality with Ring doorbell cameras. Simply say, “Alexa, answer the front door,” when the doorbell rings or the camera detects motion and you’ll be able to see and talk to whoever is at the front door. 

 

Wake Up and Wind Down with Alexa

Now, there are even more ways to customise your morning and evening routines with Alexa. Set a nighttime routine that turns off your bedroom lamp and starts playing sleep sounds for relaxation. When your alarm goes off in the morning, wake up to an Alexa Sunrise—the screen on Echo Show devices will naturally brighten and display a sunrise animation before your alarm goes off. You can also create a routine that starts your coffee machine 10 minutes after your alarm goes off, or one that gives you weather forecast and morning news when you say “Alexa, start my day.” 

 

Personalise Your Experience

Choose from all-new clock faces or add a personal photo from your latest vacation to make the home screen unique to you and your family. Plus, the new ambient lighting mode auto-adjusts the brightness of the screen based on the brightness of the room—so it’s never too bright or too dark. To get even more from your Alexa experience, swipe left from the far right side of the screen to access shortcuts and discover all that Alexa can do—from smart home controls to recipes, reminders, skills and more.    

 

 

Connect with Family and Friends 

Stay in touch with your closest friends and family with hands-free video calls to those who have an Echo Spot or Echo Show device, the Alexa App, or Skype. Plus, with Echo Show 5 in multiple rooms of your home, you can easily drop in on another room or make an announcement that dinner is ready. 

 

Skills for the Screen 

There are already thousands of visual skills from third party developers available on Echo Show devices. Play your favourite TV game shows like Pointless or Deal or No Deal, discover what to watch on TV with the TV Guide skill or get help studying for your driving test with the Driving Theory Test skill. To learn more about skills, you can say “Alexa, show me skills”. 

 

Privacy by Design

Echo devices are built with multiple layers of privacy protections. As with all Echo Show devices, the new Echo Show 5 includes a microphone/camera off button that electronically disconnects both the microphone and camera, and a clear visual indicator that shows when audio or video is streaming to the cloud. Plus, Echo Show 5 has a built-in camera shutter so now you can easily cover the camera, while still being able to talk to Alexa.

 

Amazon is also introducing new, even easier ways to delete your voice recordings on all Alexa-enabled devices—all you have to do is ask. Coming soon, customers will be able to say “Alexa, delete what I just said” or “Alexa, delete everything I said today” and the respective recordings will be deleted. Plus, a new Alexa Privacy Hub will offer a single source of information on how Echo devices are designed as well as the controls you have over your Alexa experience. 

 

Pricing and Availability

Echo Show 5 is available in Charcoal and Sandstone for €89.99. You can also choose to purchase a magnetic stand that lets you tilt the device to adjust the viewing and camera angles for only €19.99. Both are available for pre-order today at www.amazon.co.uk/echoshow5 and will start shipping in the U.S., United Kingdom & Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia next month, and to India in July. Coming soon, it will also be available in Mexico

Pocketalk, the two-way voice translator instantly translates 74 languages. #Pocketalk #Travel #Language

Pocketalk™, the portable, AI-powered instant voice translation device, is coming to the UK to empower travellers to converse quickly and easily with people in a multitude of languages. With the ability to translate 74 different languages bidirectionally, Pocketalk makes it easy for users to understand others and be understood by others. The Global SIM embedded, “Built-in Data” model is available with two years of all-you-can-use mobile data coverage in 128 countries and regions. Pocketalk “Built-in Data” model is available on Amazon for £259.00.

The winner of the ‘Innovation Award in Mobile Computing’ at IFA 2018, Pocketalk allows people to converse naturally, not just in stilted statements or phrases and with no dictionary in sight. Small and compact, the device comfortably fits in the pocket, so it can be taken anywhere, eradicating the need to pass a smartphone back and forth.

Designed with simplicity in mind, Pocketalk combines the best speech-to-text, translation and text-to-speech engines from around the world. Using Wi-Fi, mobile data or a personal hotspot to connect to the internet, Pocketalk is able to provide the most accurate translations possible with a push of a button. It uses the most robust language engines and cutting-edge cloud technologies for highly accurate translations.

Unlike many smartphones, Pocketalk comes with dedicated dual noise-cancelling microphones to pick up every word even in noisy environments making it perfect for use outdoors or in restaurants, train stations or airports. Additionally, whilst having no lag time and a simpler interface than a smartphone, users no longer have to waste the battery on their phone to use it. Pocketalk has around seven hours of battery life whilst being used intermittently or around five hours if it is in constant use. There is also the option to put the device into sleep mode to preserve up to 10 days battery life with the touch of a button.

Noriyuki Matsuda, CEO and founder of master company Sourcenext, stated, “The need to connect cultures and make the world feel a little smaller is stronger than ever and that’s exactly our goal with this device. We developed Pocketalk to help people of all backgrounds providing them with an instant open line of communication and foster a mutual understanding and respect among different cultures. When you have the right tools, language is a gateway and not a barrier.”

With its easy-to-use interface, Pocketalk is a great device for people who are constantly travelling, working with colleagues of different nationalities or those who wish to fully immerse themselves in a country’s culture. The device is available in white, black and gold with its own global sim for two years so, unlike with mobile data on a phone, there are no hidden charges.

The Pocketalk two-way voice translation device is available with a two year global sim for £259.00 from Amazon UK and $299.00 from Amazon US.

For more information on Pocketalk, visit www.pocketalk.net

Urbanista launch the True Wireless Stockholm earbuds. #Urbanista #earphones #tech

Urbanista have launched some new true wireless earphones which look really nice and come in several colours to boot. We will also have a review soon on these. The previous true wireless TOKYO where and still are a good contender in the market with excellent sound a volume levels and still go strong today so we look forward to seeing how these fair out.

The new Urbanista Stockholm provides you with true wireless freedom. Designed with simplicity in mind these new earphones will fit perfectly for your everyday use. Available in a selection of four colours, you’re sure to find a pair that fits your personality.

Stockholm is the pinnacle of wireless earphones. True wireless means true freedom, and with a sleek charging case that provides for 14 hours of total playtime, four appealing colours to choose from and simple and intuitive controls, you can go anywhere while always equipped with incredible sound.

Features

Total Playtime: 14 hours
3.5 hours per charge
Slim charging case with 3 charges
Dual microphones on the right earbud
which cancels the surrounding noise
Stereo phone calls
Bluetooth 5.0
Touch control
Volume and music controls
Voice control (Siri, Google Now)
Compatible with Android and iOS

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