Tudia Products again are one of the first to drop some decent cases for the all new Google Pixel 8 series and there is two that you can pick from, one is their standard Merge Grip case and they also have a case that has a magnet built in which makes it MagSafe compatible which is excellent news for those who may cay both Android and iOS devices like me and makes them all work together with accessories.
The cases are built Rhino Technology and can take drops galore and do not add much built to the phone, I have been using the companies cases for some years now and almost always end up with their case on my phone full time in between testing other cases as we do.
You have dual layer drop protection with a soft TPU edge and this is what I like about these cases and then you have the additional grip factor the case offers which is why these have become one of my favourite case makers over the years for my phones.
You have raised edges front and back to protect the screen and camera array do the device can be placed face or back down and knowing it will not get marked on a flat surface.
The back of the case is anti- slip with extra grip so you can be sure your device is safe in your hand and on the surface it is left on. The cases are magsafe compatible and gesture compatible and the keys also work really well and overall makes these cases on of the first you should look at if you are picking up any of the new Pixel devices this year, they also cater for other brands and of course older Pixel devices.
Check out their range of Pixel cases here and the rest on offer here, then check out the video review below.
The Poly Voyager Surround 80 UC Premium BT Headset might be a pricey headset for most but if you are one who works in an office or works from home it makes sense and it makes sense to be pricey if you want the best in the game. I have tested some older models before and people snubbed the idea these type of headphones can be used for both work and general wearing and when they tried them on they quickly changed their tune on the matter and this is due to the quality of sound and most importantly voice for calls and teams chats and so one, one thing that is clear with these is how good voice sounds no matter what instance you use them in.
The headphones are also comfortable to wear for hours on end which is great and again important for those who would wear them.
There is no boom on these which I prefer with such headphones and these still do a superb jobs on phone calls alone and of course your teams meetings and so on, there is a busy light on these too to let others know you are in fact busy when you are on either which for me is great and stops people annoying you, I hate those who tap you on the shoulder trying to get your attention but this still happens sometimes for those not in the know.
Controls are great which is done with gestures which I am now a fan of after testing several pairs of headphones recently with the same approach and going forward I would like to see this more common than it is today with any headphones.
The sound quality is excellent all round here but voice is what stands out for me on these overall on your teams and phones calls I have never had a pair of headphones that sound so good in this area in particular it is outstanding, and for music they are also great which makes for a great pair of hybrid headphones. On the music front they are fine with all genres highs lows and mids and there is an EQ app but not so much for music but more control over their target demographic.
All round though the sound is impressive they are comfortable and easy to use with apps for all to take even more control to make them your own in what setting you use these in, they are expensive but for me and what they do they are worth every penny and a go to if you work from your office or home like me especially with two devices connected it is a seamless operation and a no brainer choice of headphones to own. Check the video review for more.
We have been testing out the Pixel 8 Pro a few days now and had time to check out their official cases which comes in a nice range of colours to match their latest phones,we also have other cases on the way so stay tuned for those reviews very soon, The Pixel OG cases though are today’s topic and in short these are a nice job and will protect your device and gives you additional grip.
The cases come in the colors Bay, Coral, Mint, Porcelain and Charcoal and fit the device perfectly with all ports clear and buttons that work really well and are tactile, the cases are also made with 42% recycled materials. The case also has a polycarbonate shell made with 75% recycled plastics and the external portion of the case’s power and volume buttons is made with 100% recycled aluminum.
According to Google the cases are stain-resistant, silicone material with microfiber lining offers durable protection though time will tell how they hold up on the exterior but for now so far so good and we like them.
Check the video review below for more. Note, wrong case sent out from our order hence the pixel 8 case included we have many more to come from other brands so stay tuned
For several years now I have been using the Google Pixel devices and there is always one in my hand no ter what else I am testing or using they have been a staple device for me and this year is the first year I have gone with the pro even though it is bigger the size of phones for me was getting out of hand and with the Pixel 8 Pro I have become custom to the bigger size again and now loving it.
The look and feel of the device is as expected from Google with lots of new features making it a production tool and much more and the design language is the same as before which is nothing new these days and I am fine with this. The back of the device has the traditional camera bar and nice texture on the back and the bar stands out and makes a statement and better looking that the rounded camera hump offerings in my opinion.
The keys on the side are placed well being a bigger phone and I have big hands so this would suit me better obviously and the keys are tactile and work well and of course with biometrics better this year you have face unlock and the under display fingerprint unlock which now is better and more functional with the face unlock on the Pixel 8 Pro.
So asides all the aesthetic looks for the Pixel 8 Pro the device feels solid looks solid and not to cumbersome in the hand and for me ideal for media consumption too amongst all the other AI features now baked into it.
We only have the device a few days so our full review will be up soon but we have been testing it out to the max the last few days we do have it and have some image and video samples attached below and we take a tour of the device and so far even so early in the review process which realistically takes more than a few days I am super impressed with what you get for you hard earned money and being my daily driver now it has been fast with good battery life it must be said so far being a power user and i have loaded it with all my apps and over time we will see how it gets on but for now it is dam good.
1 – Featuring the new Google Tensor G3 processor, it brings Google AI to help you do more throughout your day. With a fully upgraded pro-level triple rear camera system including a 5x telephoto lens and groundbreaking editing features, every photo and video is stunning. Its high resolution 6.7-inch Super Actua display is brighter than ever and intelligently adjusts between 1 and 120Hz for responsive performance and power efficiency. And for the first time ever in a Pixel, it features a thermometer.
Quickly get the temperature of objects like beverages and cookwarexnig by simply scanning them with your Pixel 8 Pro. Pixel 8 Pro starts at 1099 euro. It’s available in Bay, Porcelain, and Obsidian.
2 – Pixel 8. Powerful in every way. Helpful every day. Meet Pixel 8. The helpful phone engineered by Google, with upgraded rear cameras, powerful security, and an all-day battery.1 It has the new Google Tensor G3, Pixel’s most powerful chip yet, and Google AI to help you do more throughout your day.2 With stunning image quality and groundbreaking editing features, you’ll want to share every photo and video. And Pixel 8’s 6.2-inch Actua display delivers sharp colors and vivid details, with an improved refresh rate of up to 120Hz for smoother scrolling and gaming.
3 – Beautifully crafted. Durable by design. Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro both feature fresh, modern designs with softer silhouettes, new finishes, and stylish new colors. Pixel 8 Pro is crafted with a polished aluminum frame and, for the first time on a pro Pixel, matte back glass. Pixel 8’s smaller form features a satin metal frame and polished back glass. Both phones are made with recycled materials. With their durable design and IP68 protection, the phones can handle slips, spills, and dust.
Both displays are immersive, with slim, symmetrical bezels, and are scratch resistant: Pixel 8 Pro features Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2, and Pixel 8 is built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus.®
4 – Google Tensor G3: the power behind Google AI on Pixel. Google Tensor G3 is Pixel’s most powerful chip yet, and brings the latest in Google AI to the Pixel 8 phones. Since Google Tensor was introduced with Pixel 6, its AI capabilities have dramatically increased – the biggest machine learning model on Pixel 8 is 10X more complex compared to Pixel 6. So you get even more of the cutting-edge photo and video features that Pixel is known for, and new, smarter ways to get things done throughout your day.1 With the help of Tensor G3, Pixel’s Call Screen can now detect and filter out even more spam calls.2
Plus, Tensor G3’s advanced image processing and next-generation design bring Google AI innovations to more areas, like
audio and video quality. Improved Clear Calling gives you high-definition crystal clear phone calls, and Audio Magic Eraser lets you erase distracting sounds from videos.
5 – The Pixel 8 Pro camera. Pixel’s best camera yet. The Pixel 8 Pro camera system includes fully upgraded pro-level cameras for better low-light photos, sharper selfies, and Pixel’s best zoom and video yet. Coming soon, Pixel’s new Video Boost technology will deliver HDR+ and enhanced color grading for professional-looking videos, plus Night Sight Video for the first time ever. Pro controls enable advanced camera settings and high-resolution photography. And new features like Magic Editor,Best Take, and Audio Magic Eraser let you perfect any photo or video.
6 – The Pixel 8 camera. Amazing photos and videos, every time. The upgraded rear Pixel 8 camera has advanced image processing to reveal vivid colors and striking details in almost any light. Now with Macro Focus, the smallest subjects can become spectacular images. And you can take your group photos to the next level with Best Take, which combines similar pictures into one where everyone looks their best. Plus, features like Audio Magic Eraser for video and Magic Editor for photos let you capture every moment just how you want to remember it..
7 – 7 years of OS, security, and Feature Drop updates. Pixel phones are engineered to last and get better over time. With your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, you’ll receive the latest OS and security updates for 7 years, and new, helpful features with Feature Drops every few months.
8 – Security you can depend on. With Google Tensor G3 and the Titan M2 security chip, both Pixel 8 phones are built
with multiple layers of security to help keep your personal info safe. And they come with VPN by Google One built in to help protect your online activity no matter what app or web browser you use. You can also use Face Unlock for more things, like app sign-ins and payments, thanks to Tensor’s advanced machine learning. And Pixel now comes with 7 years of security updates, so it keeps getting more secure over time.
9 – Save time and do more with Google Assistant. Google Assistant helps you do even more on Pixel. You can now ask Assistant to summarize, read aloud, and translate web pages. Using Google AI, Assistant can paraphrase what’s on your screen into key points. Assistant voice typing lets you write messages twice as fast with your voice and now lets you type, edit, and send
messages in multiple languages seamlessly.Google Assistant also understands more natural conversation and can pick up on pauses and “um”s, so you can speak at your own pace. And At a Glance shows more useful info right on your screen, like travel updates, event tickets, and more.
10 – Help making calls. And avoiding them. Phone calls are easier with Pixel Call Assist, a set of features that help with everything from making calls to avoiding them. Google Assistant can now detect and filter out even more spam calls. If you’re too busy to pick up, Pixel can tell you who’s calling and why. Pixel also features a more realistic-sounding Assistant to engage with callers more naturally. And with improved Clear Calling, Pixel reduces your caller’s background noise – so you can hear them more clearly.
The FINAL ZE8000 true wireless earphones are a different shaped pair of earphones that stand out with an unusual shape and I like this as it is something different and if you don’t try you will never know as design can only go so far but there stand out from the rest and many have asked questions as to what they are and who makes them.
Being shaped differently does not mean quality lacks elsewhere right? They fit the same as any other earbud but have a different outer frame so to speak and once fitted with the right tips they will not budge from your ears they give a great seal and blocks out much of the outside world. The texture of the earphones and looks are also nice with a matte finish and they look great some folk even said they look wet.
How they sound though with 8K thrown in there is important and they sound great really crisp and clear and a tad on the bright side but you have an EQ option in the app which could have offer some more however for me they did the job and for all your movies music and games you will not be disappointed by the sound quality,calls also great crisp and clear for me and on the other end. Highs lows and mids are fine and any genre tested in my usual test run, they feel centred more so and overall a great listening experience but your source of music is important here. No lag latency no distortion or tinny sound when maxed out either which is how I listen to my earbuds and decent enough ANC.
There are four listening modes available for the ZE8000, all of which have their own benefits and clear intended scenarios for the user:
Noise Cancelling Mode – Eliminates ambient noise and allows users to concentrate on the music.
Wind-Cut Mode – Significantly eliminates wind noise captured by the microphones when there is a lot of ambient air movement.
Ambient Sound Mode – Seamlessly blends music and ambient sound, allowing users to be aware of their surroundings while listening to music.
Voice Through Mode – Ambient sound is prioritized over music, allowing for clear conversations without removing the earphones from the ears.
Overall a quality pair of earbuds with a fresh new look over the industry standard these days and will gather attention when wearing out.
Final ZE8000 Earbuds – techbuzzireland
The App
The ‘final Connect’ app provides the following functions unique to the ZE8000, opened up in addition to basic functions such as checking the battery level of the earphones.
Switch between 4 modes: Noise Cancelling, Wind-Cut, Ambient Sound, and Voice Through.
PRO Equalizer allows users to make adjustments onto the sound presentation in the most effective way without causing degradation of sound quality
Setting up the Volume Step Optimizer to upgrade the smartphone’s volume control, allowing for finer volume adjustment near the preferred volume with greater precision.
Switching the voice guidance language (Japanese/English)
5 hours of playback per earbuds full charge, maximum 15 hours with charging case
IPX4 water resistant
Manufacturer warranty: 12 months
Specifications
Colour: Black / White
Format: Bluetooth 5.2
Chipset: Qualcomm QCC5141
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 44 kHz
Codec Supported: SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX, aptX Adaptive
Profiles Supported: A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Continuous Music Playback: 5 hours, Up to 15 hours with charging case
Charging Time: 1.5 hours for earbuds / 2 hours for charging case Battery Capacity: 54 mAh for earbuds / 420 mAh for charging case
Water Resistant: IPX4
The latest on offer from JMBricklayer has been here for us to build over the last few weeks and this one is different due to the meaning of the product and not so much the build itself which will take you a few hours at least, this is more for the decorative side and can be placed anywhere in the home to offer some form of symbolism and significance.
Again this was a fun build and now placed in my home hoping to bring me some good luck in the future as is believed in many cultures today. One could look at another side of things here with many folk believing in a money tree out their back garden and you can go shake it and cash in on what falls down but this one will fit right in your home and look well amongst plants or put in a window for passers by to take a look at and maybe get in on the wishing thinking back garden saying and it will bring them some luck.
Check out the video below for more and see it in real life and tell us is this something that would interest you?
Symbolism and Significance
The Money Tree, scientifically known as Pachira Aquatica, is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. Characterized by its braided trunks and lush, palmate leaves, it is renowned for its distinctive appearance and cultural symbolism.
Financial Prosperity: In many cultures, the idea is that by cultivating a Money Tree, one is nurturing their wealth, encouraging it to grow over time. The branches of the tree, laden with symbolic currency or coins, exemplify the hope for a fruitful and prosperous future.
Symbol of Luck: The Money Tree is considered a lucky charm in several cultures. It is believed to attract good fortune, helping individuals not only accumulate wealth but also safeguard it from misfortune or financial setbacks.
Feng Shui and Energy Flow: In Feng Shui, the Money Tree is employed to enhance the flow of positive energy, or chi, in one’s living or working space. Its vibrant green leaves and symbolic wealth elements are believed to promote harmony and balance.
Detailed Representation
The pot: The pot features a square design, achieved through the clever use of Lego-compatible bricks. This shape adds a modern and clean aesthetic to the model, accentuating its elegance. The pot’s construction relies on a huge number of interlocking small plates, and a handful of tiles that mimic the texture of ceramic or porcelain, making it visually engaging. The pot serves a dual purpose—it not only enhances the visual appeal but also provides essential stability and support for the entire plant set.
The trunks: The core structure of the trunks relies on trunk elements and connectors. In some cases, bendable hoses or flexible tubes may be integrated into the trunks to achieve specific curves and twists. These elements provide the necessary flexibility to replicate the shapes of real tree trunks. The use of various shades of brown bricks, including dark brown and reddish brown, creates a variegated effect, mimicking the natural coloration of tree bark. Ensuring structural integrity, sturdy Technic pins and axles are employed to securely connect the various elements within the trunks.
The branches and leaves: To achieve the natural straightness of branches, long Technic pins are used. These specialized pins can be gently moved, allowing for graceful turns and sways in the branches. The leaf elements are incorporated to simulate the Money Tree’s foliage, the ones at the top are lighter in green, while the others darker. The leaves are arranged in a natural and slightly irregular pattern, avoiding a uniform appearance. Scattered among the leaves are $100 banknotes, adding a playful and symbolic touch.
Decorative Display
As a decorative item, the Money Tree set brings elegance and symbolism to any space. Whether displayed in a living room, office, or business establishment, the decorative tree stands as a stunning centerpiece that draws admiration. Its unique design sparks conversations about wealth, prosperity, and the cultural significance of the Money Tree. Also, when given as a gift, this set carries wishes of fortune and success. Its decorative value goes beyond aesthetics and reflects the thoughtful intention of the giver.
The StoryPhones & StoryShield Storytelling Headphones for Kids is a great idea and simple product for you child to listen to audio without a phone or tablet in their hand keeping them free from harms way which these days has become an issue and this will be a great idea for Christmas or a gift.
The presentation is also excellent giving you plenty of details on the box itself and there is an app to go with it which we delve into in the video review below, it is simple to get going you can connect via cable or bluetooth and you can sign into your Wi-Fi and a one time process, the store has lots of other offers there to so check it out.
The controls are simple to use for any child with volume controls on the app to pick from, there is no real control on the app as to what you can do but these are on the headphones and simple to use, the disc that sits on one of the cups also acts as a control to skip and reverse and taking it off pauses which is neat, these can also be customised and you can upload your own audio which is really neat. I did find the magnet a little week but when your child is sitting down they should be fine.
These are comfortable to wear too and light and seem robust enough for kids and should last though the maintaining them might be an issue as time goes on keeping them clean with the Blue and Pink colours available but hey kids will be kids.
Overall these are a great product with crisp clean audio for any child to listen too and better again it keeps them off mobile devices which is not good for their health.
The APP
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StoryPhones & StoryShield
StoryPhones are the first smart, portable wireless audio entertainment device for children combining high-performance headphones with an internet-connected content player. Access stories by simply popping a StoryShield disc into the StoryPhones. It will then automatically download the story into the headphone’s memory and start playing. After the initial download, it will play the content independent of any network or other device.
Curated Content
Discover the StoryPhones library full of carefully curated content, suitable for children aged 3 and up, that entertains and educates with audio stories, music and more. This careful selection allows parents to relax, knowing it’s not necessary to monitor what children are listening to. Over the coming years, ONANOFF will continue this ongoing collaboration with Disney to build an enchanting collection of magical stories for kids to enjoy. In addition to Disney, other exciting licensing collaborations will be added to bring even more characters to the range of StoryShields.
Record a Personalized Story with PlayShield
StoryPhones also offer the option of recording personalized stories, in a loved one’s voice, through the mobile app, creating a customized StoryShield called PlayShield. This way, users can record family stories and share the ones that shaped an individual’s life with generations to come. It’s also a brilliant way to stay connected with loved ones far away. Even though grandparents live in another country, a child can hear a bedtime story read by grandma and when away, or at work, parents can soothe children with a pre-recorded lullaby.
Relax with ZenShield
A StoryShield, aptly named ZenShield, contains relaxing audio profiles to help overstimulated kids calm down, relax and even sleep. The shield includes a collection of pink noises, from piano to ocean waves, from rain drops to the original and exclusive RoRo Sound.
Audio Promotes Literacy and Improves Comprehension
By listening to stories, children are encouraged to increase learning capabilities. 85% of what is learnt, is learnt by listening and listening to audio increases reading accuracy by 52%. It also improves comprehension by 76%, providing context and helping children decode words and understand the text better. Listening to audio also increases motivation by 67%. Taking children away from the screens of smart devices can help children sleep better and focus better at school.
The SIVGA SO1 Open-ear True Wireless Sports Earphones are a simple to use pair of earphones that have a rather large case but the colour is nice here in my opinion, the case is on the large side and might be an issue for some but overall the package looks well and is well presented and the case has got wireless charging.
The fit is very secure and will not fall out of your ears and with an IPX4 rating ideal for those on the go like cycling jogging and even the gym after my testing they did no budge, I have took up mountain biking recently and they worked a treat and I can also hear what is going on around me which is important.
The sound is surprisingly good coming from these with directional audio and better than I expected which is good to see, there was no distortion or tinny sound when maxed out and highs lows and mids sounded fine with a nice balanced level all round with some bass in there and all genres came across well so I was happy with how they sounded and they don’t sound cheap. No lag latency was noted during my testing either.
S01 is equipped with military technology chips and scientific software algorithms to achieve directional audio transmission. It is paired with a special 16.2mm biological composite diaphragm speaker and a special sound direction design, bringing a music experience that surpasses most current TWS earphones
There is one button each side and act as an MFB ( multi function button) and these work well they have all the control required for your needs and all the controls are there which is calls skip and reverse tracks voice assistant and of course volume control and they work all the time every time with no issues at all.
Battery life is decent enough and the case gives you wireless charging which is handy but on the larger size and not an issue for me but overall the sound quality call quality and so on was quite good for the asking price and something you should look at if you are in the market for a new pair of sports earphones.
Features
1. Comfortable and safe with not in-ear design.
2. No falling off for sports with earhook
3. Directional audio transmission for high clarity sound and privacy protection.
4. Bluetooth 5.3: faster and more stable connection
5. Clear communication with smart noise cancelling
6. Long battery life: continuous listening for over 9 hours.
The ULTIMAL Sports Strap Apple Watch Ultra 2 is a comfortable and affordable strap to check out if you need a new strap these straps are also compatible with most of the Apple watch range too and comes in all sizes and colours and other variants which is also cheaper than what apple command for their straps which is ludicrous in some cases.
The buckles are made of stainless steel and so is the clasp and sits nicely on the wrist when on, these bands are bigger and thicker than what Apple offer and look good and stand out so if that’s you and want a new strap that is cheaper and perhaps better checkout their range on Amazon.
The strap will cost around 30 euro including shipping which is a fair price,see the video below for more.
ULTIMAL Apple Watch 2 Ultra sports strap – techbuzzireland
ULTIMAL Apple watch ultra 2 strap – techbuzzirleland
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