I have been testing PaMu products some time now and it is fair to say they offer a great product for a good price in a now very competitive market when it comes to true wireless earbuds, the cost to performance ratio has got better which is a win for the consumer and gives people a choice and of course more value for their money these days, the PaMu Nano are one of their latest models now on offer and they are certainly one to consider with a unique design too and not one i have seen before and have a really nice secure fit to boot. small as they are they pack a punch with sound and features but they do not have access to the app yet at the time of doing my review.
PaMu Nano is the smallest earphone of all the PaMu products, which makes it light and stable in ears. And meanwhile, the sound quality of PaMu Nano doesn’t go down with its size, it maintains high resolution and steps into a new level.
Features include
Ergonomic design, comfortable to wear
Features Bluetooth Chip QCC3020
Smaller Charging Case, easy to carry
Water Resistance: IPX6
Compatible with Qi-wireless charging & Type-C fast charging
These may be small as said but they offer all the features required and give a great listening experince for the user when it comes to music films and much more, controls are easy to use considered their size even for my big fingers and that was a surprise volume is loud highs lows and mids are fine and so is direction calls also clear and in short a really nice experience and well worth their money and they look really cool too. Check out the video below for more and let us know if you have checked these out.. Also check out both being unboxed HERE
The Poly SAVI 7320 OFFICE came in a plain brown box with little in the way of marketing the features and use. This model from Poly (formerly Plantronics & Polycom) still has the Plantronics logo on the power supply with the poly logo on the headset itself. This model from the family is designed for those conscious not to be overheard from prying ear in terms of having Military level Encryption for the call. This is ideal for industries that require sensitive conversations not overheard or tapped into eg financial, medical, government and contact centres. This does remove the option of using Bluetooth to your smartphone or using a dongle to connect your device requires hardwiring to connect. Connection is to a Desk phone or Laptop. The headset has a padded leatherette comfortable on the ear for long term use.
Contents:
Poly Savi 7320-M headset and base
AC adapter
telephone interface cable
USB-A cable
USB-C cable
Key Features:
Microsoft Teams Certified
Dual connectivity – for Both desk phone, Computer or Mac (both USB-A and USB-C cable included)
Long‐range roaming range – 176 Meters line of sight, (76 Meters in a typical office)
Noise-cancelling mic filters out office noise
Encryption, Military level FIPS 140-2 listed 256-AES encryption
Allow up to 120 Savi 7320 in a single location.
DECT wireless technology, No Wi‐Fi interference
Conference up to 3 additional headsets on a single base.
lightweight – only160g
3 audio modes: wideband stereo (hybrid), wideband (conversation) and multimedia
The setup is easy as supplied with a Quickstart guide, with the option to download the Plantronics Hub to a Laptop which gives added features in terms of settings. If connected to a Laptop the USB cable has to be connected to the Laptop for this unit to work, ( Bluetooth, dongles etc are not used to ensure DECT Security maintained ) This does work without any issues with the USB ports locked down for many laptops. There are lights on the base unit to advise connected / charging / or a teams call.
Overall:
This headphone main purpose is dual connectivity – for Both desk phone, Computer or Mac with Military level Encryption which is approved for MS teams. This eliminates some of the traditional features we have become familiar with in terms of picking up a laptop while on a call and walking from one room to another which is not possible with this unit as requires to be hardwired all the time. The option to leave the laptop in place and walking up to 76 meters with the headset on works The noise-cancelling Microphone filters out background noise albeit when tested outside wind distortion outside of the building was picked up. A slight niggle was observed on the USB A, cable that connected to the base to the Laptop constantly fell out when movement occurred.
The earphone could be used on the left / right earphones without any issues. A great feature let down on many other models is when a call comes in the base rings, allowing the call to be heard, many other earphones ring via the headset and if not worm is not heard. Audio quality in terms of both sides on the call was excellent as expected from Poly. Volume controls. Mute, answers call etc functionally works as required. This model is ideal for those that require sensitive conversations, kept sensitive with great audio quality, comfortable and robust handset with a variety of excellent features.
Every vehicle should have a dashcam I keep saying it with every review but many just ignore the fact it could save you some day and help clamp down on fraudulent claims which is still a problem and not only this it will help drive your premium down, given our insurance industry is seen as a cartel there is signs things will change in the summer this year and having a dashcam can and will help int he long run.
This dashcam offers more than the typical one we mostly but as it has three cameras so this means you have eyes everywhere in your vehicle and you can have two of them facing inwards or outwards which is an added bonus and for my testing I had two facing outside and one inside as my car is in for service during m test period I decided to see how well it would work on one of my vans and this will protect you not only from the front and in the cab but also from the rear end so all angles are covered. the app that comes with the unit is also great and easy to use and is most welcome. One thing I do miss is an internal screen on the unit but you have a LIVE VIEW option which cover this in the app which is great as it allows you to see either one camera or all three on your smartphone and works really well and is crystal clear too and overall the app is simple to use which makes life easy for the user, we go through this in our full video review below and how to operate the whole system. There is some buttons on the unit inside which allows you quick access to functions too.
This dashcam also protects your vehicle when you are not inside it and has parking mode again here you can set the sensitivity level to stop false negatives.
VIOFO DASHCAM
VIOFODASHCAM
Set up is simple enough it does not need to be hardwired but you can buy the cable for it if you like and you channel the wires around your roof lining with the tools provided it took me around 10 minutes to set this up fully which was great and nothing to difficult about it, once installed you adjust accordingly via the app for the view you need and you are good to go, the files auto store and you can check out all the settings on offer and tailor to your needs. Again all shown in the video below. Overall this is a super effective 3 camera system and a must have for any driver and a worthy investment.
The smartphone market is saturated to say the least but there is much to consider here when it comes to buying a smartphone these days and people are now more tech savvy too and will not be fooled by great marketing and tend to look at real life usage reviews of smartphones over clever advertising and Oppo is one brand that can deliver with both after using some of their smartphones over the last year and these devices offer good value for money even at the lower end and mid tier section.
Testament to that is now how Oppo is placed in the market being 4th in the world as a smartphone vendor and this is something to write home about considering the market out there today and their phones do stand out and grab your attention even to walk by a shop or see it on a display in the shop window and they coalesce well. From their design and looks they do move away from the current trend of gigantic camera humps with more slender looking ones and not in your face I find them much more elegant looking devices and in comparison to some recently launched devices the humps on the rear have become too much and in your face making a statement Oppo does this more elegant and can still make a statement.
I have gone through pretty much all the features in the first look experience below so you can have a look here and see what you can expect when you hand over your money for this phone and yes for those who want to know how good the camera is it is excellent and there is more samples further down here to look at.
On the looks department the phone looks really nice and in fact it is one of those devices you would rather carry with no case on board due to its sleek finish and soft corners, the design of this device is simple great but I think the more expensive option the pro version might just beat it.
The display is one to behold though with a 6.55-inch FHD+ (1440 x 1080 resolution) AMOLED making content rich on a bigger canvas with really great speakers too that are loud, in fact I have had people tell me to turn them down in some cases even showing them the content on the device, like for me it is if i have a great display why not enhance that with the sound and that you can do here with this device capping out at 1100 nits with two refresh rates on offer being 90Hz refresh rate and a 120Hz touch sampling rate..
Oppo Find X3 Neo
Oppo Find X3 Neo
You can customise this device to your liking with many features on offer here giving you more control over your device unlike my iPhone 12 which is being heading toward my storage box more and more of late and along with ColorOS 11 which keeps improving over time you will be pleased at what can be done here especially the cool lighting effects on the sides of the device for notifications, this is similar to that on the TCL 10 pro which is really nice and should be on all phones. The home screen is also another area with an always on display that can highlight your needs too and the options to customise and control how this works it cuts down alot if you have a busy phone like I would. Themes and wallpaers too are nice, the animations on offer for fingerprint and charging and not forgetting again the edge lighting.
Multitasking on this phone for me has been one of the best so far this year, again I am considered a poweruser and a phone that can multitask fast is what I need and this is simply great, from the moment i pick it up the speed of the bio metrics have the device ready to go before I get ready to make some moves and get work done quickly and promptly with no interruption or lag anywhere and for me this makes it great for a workload on mobile.
The Camera department here is good overall with many options to play with, it does not have the microscopic lens which I will try out on the pro and looks really cool the macro does a good job, again a more elegant hump on the rear with Quad rear cameras with a 50-megapixel, f/1.8 aperture, optical image stabilisation (OIS) 2x optical zoom: 13MP, f/2.4 Wide-angle: 16MP, f/2.2 Macro: 2MP32MP front-facing selfie camera and Video: 4K up to 60fps which is really impressive stuff for those who are into vlogs etc. Check the samples below for more and decide for yourself. I am not a photography specialist never claimed to be one but for me it delivers.
The Find X3 Neo also features 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 – one of the fastest charging technologies commercially available on the market. This means it can charge up to 100% in as little as 35 minutes. This is game changing for those with battery anxiety or those who forgot to charge their device overnight and you can simply pop it on charge whilst you get ready for work and so on. One annoying thing for me though is there is NO wireless charging but with the above you can forgive it I am one of those who has adopted wireless charging with wireless charging docks around the house and at this price you would expect this included but hey its fine look at the speed you can charge your device up to 100% at.
Can I recommend this phone ? Well certainly yes I can it might be a hard sell though depending what you want in a phone but with the overall package here and how it is executed I would lean more so to this phone than other offerings particularity ones available outside Ireland that some folk sing and dance about but lets see what happens those when you run into problems and getting those addressed.
The NotiOne go is a locket type device which is light and waterproof allowing it to be attached to a variety of areas to find the location. This can be used for children, elderly people, keys, Pets, bicycles, ensuring when something gets lost or misplaced this can be found via the Bluetooth app on the phone or Crowd surfing from someone else with the app. The NotiOne go communicates via Bluetooth Low Energy which operates in the 2.4 GHz band which remains in sleep mode constantly except for when a connection is initiated with the reduction in the battery drain on your phone.
This comes with a CR2032 battery supplied (These batteries can be purchased easily and cheaply in e.g. 2 euro’s sores or equivalent ) which last up to 1 year. Video online how to replace the battery –https://notione.com/en/faq
Warranty: 2 years
Setup & Use:
Download the notiOne app available from the Google Play or App Store as standard. The app installed without issues connecting directly on an android phone to the notiOne go! This notiOne go! was then connected to Keys, The app then allows the viewing of the location of the Keys and 0n a map over the last 30 days or ring the keys from the App, The option to visually see the location of the Keys was also possible
The App got a rating of 4.1 out of 5 in the play store from 1,356, Unfortunately, I would give the app 2 out of 5. The low score is the app albeit it has 1 million users of notiOne applications and applications cooperating with the notiOne system in Poland, The app has numerous links, words which are not in English and the standard message we all get to rate the app was again in Polish. This can be very annoying, as no option to default to English and keep in English. the App should work 100% in English. The app does work just a niggle for me.
Business:
There is an option for Business to purchase these in bulk with the company logo on the device, this is a nice touch for a marketing campaign which is a great improvement on the tradition pens, a diary that is given to staff.
Overall:
TechBuzz has reviewed a variety of these types of product in the last year which works on a similar principle. Many other brands offer a similar service but require a subscription service for advanced features, location history, battery replacement etc, notiOne go provide this as a standard without paying a monthly subscription which is a real positive. The location history, maps etc work well, the ring option to the notiOne go! is quite low making it difficult to hear but the find nearby option gives a visual of getting closer to or further away from the app. The Polish videos/words are a personal niggle but do not affect the operation of the core purpose of the device which does its job. The numbers of users in Poland over 1 million would ensure if my keys were lost these there is a good possibility, they would be picked up and the location to be transmitted to me. In the UK & Ireland, I suspect the numbers of users would be less and the crowd surfing ability to find my keys would be diminished. Overall, the no subscription and the ease to change the battery is a winner.
The Pamu Quite mini come off the back of the previous model the Pamu Quite which we reviewed last year and once again they deliver on value for money and give Huawei and their much lauded freebuds and others a real run for their money. Coming with wireless charging Bluetooth 5.2 and IPX4 rating, gaming mode, up to 40db of noise reduction and a really great app you simply cant go wrong here for the price and they are also plenty aloud.
The design is familiar with a really comfortable fit and this time the case is smaller than the previous case which had a circular finish with a really cool LED ring around the top illuminating when charging, this time you get a really cool LED on the front that looks like the infamous LED light on kitt and then turns blue when fully charged. You also get type C USB charging here which is most welcome too.
Another point to note is that these can be used on their own too which is something you do not see to often with even more expensive earbuds on the market today and this is a plus for many people and with the app you can customise each side so if you have both in you can set them up the best way that suits you and if using on their own again you can set up to your needs which is excellent.
When it comes to sound these really give a great punch with a decent volume level nice bass and punchy with highs lows and mids and for watching films and Netflix etc you will not be disappointed as I found during my usual test cycle and I was left impressed yet again by these earbuds. The better build quality here also makes these a more robust pair of earbuds than others at this price point.
Over all for the money the cost to performance ratio has gotten so good it makes you wonder how some companies can charge so much for their earbuds when a pair like this has just about it all for less than half the price. Check out the video below for more and stay tuned for our PaMu NANO review soon.
We have covered many of tiles products here on site before but now they have a new performance pack in their line up, Nothing else has changed bar the looks which are really nice and not forgetting the worlds biggest lost and found community. In this pack you get a Tile slim for your wallet and Pro for whatever you might want to attach it to like gym bag or handbag for example and these has a fresh new look that stand out.
The tile slim can fit into any wallet and is a credit card size but this can also be used on flat surfaces too and your own imagination can be used where to place it, the tile pro can be attached to anything too and can be hidden a bit better and has a 400 metre range which is rather impressive and this also comes with a user replaceable battery..
The most important thing here too is their app which is simple to use and get set up very quickly, check out the video below and search TILE for the other products we have reviewed on site.. These are worth the price to pay and ideal for those with escooters or bikes as they are hot right now getting stolen
Over the last few weeks we have been testing the notiOne locator which will help you find your location not only in the vicinity, but almost anywhere. notiOne increases the safety of children and the elderly, secures dogs and cats against loss, and protects keys, wallet and bicycle against loss or theft and of course vehicles so if you have a vehicle it is more suited to this as I find it too big for the likes of keys and wallets etc you can of course place it in a bag but for motoring it is a much better suited product and their smaller tracker more suited to the smaller items. the tracker is waterproof so ideal for the likes of bikes and motorbikes.. Bikes are real target of late so do not let your bike go astray.
Set up is easy and takes a few minutes you need to download their app which is available on both Android and iOS and has been tested on both for my thoughts, the UI is simple to follow and imagine using google maps on your phone you get a similar experince when tracking an object if you will.
Weight and size
The small size (97 x 25 x 31 mm) and weight (100 g) of the locator will allow for discreet installation, e.g. in a car or motorcycle, attaching it to a pet’s harness, or securing luggage.
Working time
The battery lasts for several days of continuous operation with the basic settings. You charge the device via a cable with a USB type C (attached to the device) for a minimum of 3 hours.
No extra cost
When buying notiOne locators, the only cost is always the cost of the device. notiOne GPS is no exception. You buy once and enjoy a fully functional device with no additional fees imposed.
You can choose from two versions of the notiOne GPS device: the basic version and the PLUS version.
NotiOne GPS locator
The basic version of notiOne GPS updates its position every 5 minutes while it is in motion. When it isn’t moving, it sends an update every 6 hours.
You can also check the location history for the last 30 days on your phone .
NotiOne GPS PLUS tracker
This variant is the possibility of advanced device configuration, that is:
defining the frequency of position updating when the device is in motion (every 10 sec, 1 min, 10 min, 60 min),
define the frequency of position update when the device is at rest (every 6h, every 12h, every 24h),
theft alert , i.e. a notification when the device starts moving,
foreign roaming, i.e. locating the facility also outside Poland.
Accordingly, you can also adjust the battery life. More frequent updating of the location is associated with higher battery consumption, less frequent extends the operating time of the device.
The premiere gift
The great news is that the first notiOne GPS users will receive a PLUS package for several months, regardless of which version they purchase initially. Hurry up and take advantage of this premiere offer ! If you like additional features, you will be able to buy them from the application level at any time.
The Skullcandy Indy ANC are the latest true wireless on offer and in fact is one of their best selling line and the new Indy should with ease continue to keep the trend, the new earbuds are similar to their previous model but much more enhanced and pack all the features you come to expect from the brand and not only this the sound quality is excellent and for the money you will find it hard to get the same level of value here with all the features given.
Recently reviewed here the all new Skullcandy Hesh ANC the brand has boosted their range with great quality and sound and the earbuds are no different , it is hard to pull off great ANC on earbuds but they have done so here and due to their enhanced fit you will feel all the benefits.
They do at first feel a bit large but once fitted with the right tip you are good to go and you will notice the external sound vanish more or less, next up then is to tune them up with the Skullcandy App and you are good to go and also lets not forget TILE here too.
There controls are easy to use here and there is several modes and the MOVIE mode is fantastic if you watch movies or Netflix and is my chosen mode for all use it is just great and suits me. When it comes to your listening experience all round it is a win, nice and loud highs, lows and mids are great, sound, direction and they almost do a great job as their headphones and that is saying something. Also not forgetting the modes you can switch between and like I said try the movie mode and of course ambient mode is present here too.
You can expect around 15 hours on a full charge with ANC ON and high volume and for a standard use you can get up to 19 hours so the battery endurance is just below par here but you can forgive that with their feature set, you can also you these individually which is important for many people today and it works well and also to note this works fine with calls and they sound fine with calls being clear both ends. Last thing to mention is wireless charging which I have adopted big time with earbuds and this is present, see the video for more below..
