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Tech Review – Edifier MF200 Portable Tabletop Bluetooth Speaker

Bluetooth speakers come in all shapes and size be it large or small but when it comes to portable options it is not often you see them built with high quality materials like the latest from Edifier which we have been testing out the last while. Not only that the presentation is excellent and you get a protective cover to keep it safe when not in use which is another bonus and again I have not seen such at all the speakers I have reviewed and to top it off it sounds great too.

The built quality of this speaker is fantastic with a cold to touch feel elegant slim design and touch capacitive buttons for controls which is housed in aluminium alloy which has a nice bit of weight to it but not too heavy and again it will not move around on your table or bedside locker for example, there is also rubber footing to keep it in place and from me testing at max volume it did not shift once and also no distortion to the sound either.

On the front we have a nice grille and to the right is the touch control which work well also on the right is your power on/off dial which has a light that emits from it to show your status and looks cool. On the left side is you AUX input and USB-C port for charging. The stereo acoustic system is composed of two full-range units, together with the well-tuned one-piece dual-diaphragm low-frequency radiator, which not only effectively utilizes the cabinet space, but also enhances the driving ability, so that the low-frequency effect is significantly improved.

High-Quality Drivers

With 36mm neodymium iron boron full-range units, full of energy, of compact body and rubber edge diaphragm with special coating, the sound is clear, and the details are abundant, clear and full.

DSP Digital Circuit

All-digital circuit platform and professional audio processing IC, with complete sound source processing and dynamic management, finely control every detail of the sound.

Class D Amplifier

The stereo class D audio power amplifier provides sufficient power for speakers and has the characteristics of low distortion and anti-overload.

Having tested this both on my phone and laptop it packs a punch with nice bass and not distortion when maxed out it easily beats my laptop speakers and it loud it is ideal for your music or movie binges and not only that it looks good and can be basically placed anywhere, even in your travel bag.

Main Features 

  • Up to 10 hours of playback on a single charging
  • Multiple input types as Bluetooth, AUX, and USB-C
  • Easy operation by touch and press
  • High-quality, crisp and mesmerizing music from two 36mm drivers
  • Space saving and easy to carry from the neat and compact design
  • Comfortable feel and touch from selected materials and quality assembly

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Tech Review – iWALK 4500mAh portable charger for iPhone

Looking for a new fashionable portable charger for your iPhone well this one should be on your radar and comes in a wide range of colours but this one we have here today is for the ladies and is in pink and will fit in any handbag or jacket pocket and will get you out of a mess in no time should your battery run low.

Portability is an important factor these days and your iPhone is a power hungry device although they have improved over the years and since now we do not get a charger and the base charger from Apple is overpriced and not worth it you could spend your money more wisely and get something that looks better too in my opinion.

Small and sleek with fashion in mind and simple to use this is a great product that looks well and does the job and can be used anywhere and has a 4500mAh capacity and can fully charge your iPhone including the iPhone 14 so this would be the ideal device to add to your bag, pocket or travel bag just in case you run out of juice which we all do from time to time.

Check out the video below for more and see what it is all about

 

  • Fashion Design:Smooth face and better texture makes it elegant and unique.
  • Upgraded Capacity: 4500mAh is big enough to fully charge your iPhone 8 1.5 times or charge your iPhone X 1 time.
  • Upgraded built-in Lightning Cable:Supports thicker cases than last generation,no longer need to remove the case first to charge your iPhone.
  • Ultra-Compact: Size of a lipstick,not need a cord it’s easy to slip in your pocket or your purse and when you need it you have a charger right then and there.

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Tech Review – iWALK 6000mAh power and grip charger for iPhones with MagSafe

Portable power banks are aplenty for the iPhone and with Apple you pay an Apple tax just to have one of their own when there is no need to. This piece of kit from iWalk has well grabbed my attention and costs much less than most ou there and also has two other tricks up its sleeve which is a LED battery status indicator and a finger ring which doubles as a stand and extra security for holding your device too which overall for me is a product that ticks all the boxes and much cheaper than what Apple has to offer.

Yes it is bulky but what other chargers that are similar are not? Not many and not many go this far with the little additions this one has and I love the fact you can see what battery is left too so you know when to top it up and it tops up pretty fast to at that and also comes with 18W charging speed.

You can also use this as a stand for consuming media as mentioned both in horizontal or vertical mode if you wish with no need to remove it and is has also got passthrough charging so you can still use whilst charging which again is great.

Check out the video below for more and do note this is only for a select range of iPhone devices, the magnet is very strong even without the additional pad supplied in the box which is a good thing and you get a pack of templates for all the available phones in the box to align the charger etc.

 

 

  • Mag-Safe Wireless Charger:Specifically for iPhone 13 iPhone 12 wireless charging with unique Mag-Suction technology (stronger magnetic and nano adsorption) only support iPhone 12/iPhone 13 without case or cover with mag-safe case (Not compatible with other iphone Series ).
  • Fast Wireless Charging: Wireless portable charger support 7.5W iPhone13/iPhone 12 fast wireless charging.Also supports USB-C 18W PD input and output.
  • Smart LED Indicators: The LED power indicators shows the remaining battery capacity.
  • Finger Ring：Wireless power bank built in special finger holder designed to hold your iPhone 12 in place and also makes it be carried conveniently while talking on your iphone.

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Tech Review – VOLTME Revo 140W PD3.1 GaN Charger

If you are on the lookout for a new charger that can do it all this is what you need in your travel bag right now and one thing is for sure it will be in mine, for those who have more than one device this is an ideal piece of kit to have at your disposal as not only does it charge phones, tablets, smartwatches and earbuds etc it can charge a laptop where your average home spare phone USB charger for example will not and only recently it happened to me when I forgot the mains charger for one of my laptops it would only trickle charge it more or less keeping it as is which is no means helpful.

This charger after testing is ideal but you do need the correct cables to get the maximum effect however even testing on smartphones it gave over double the speed you would get with your plug that you rarely see now and they have been on average 5-10w this is better and faster and it still maintains the power on all devices.

It is also useful for other charging gadgets you may have at home with having three ports the top two being USB-C you can charge certain smartwatches on the go the bottom port will of course work once your puc styled plug in is the right way around and again you will see what I mean in the video below.

Overall this is a must have for those who travel, those who have more than one device and those who want their devices charged in a hurry..

Highlights:
1. CES 2023 Innovation Award Winner
2. 20% smaller than Apple 140W charger
3. Foldable Plug&Compact design
4. Powered by 3rd Generation GaN Power IC
5. One charger for all your needs (Wide Compatibility)
6 Support PD 3.1 & QC 5.0 & PPS charging protocols
7. V-Dynamic HelixDuo Power distribution

 

Full features list

  • Multiple USB C Charger: VOLTME Revo 140 with three ports can support almost all fast charging technologies. With the multiple USB power adapter, it can charge 3 devices simultaneously, powered by 3rd generation GaN Power IC and the latest PD 3.1 & QC 5.0 & PPS charging protocols, it provides smaller size and higher power. It can also charge two laptops simultaneously at 65w or one laptop at 140w (28v 5a).
  • PPS charging protocol: 140W usb c mains charger with PPS standard, ensures that the power supply can dynamically adjust the output voltage and current according to the state of the smartphone. Regularly, every 10 minutes, all these parameters will change to adapt to the needs of the battery in order to optimise its charge. Basically, this technology guarantees efficient charging.
  • Ultimate charging with Fast Charge: Fast and efficient charging with this dual-port plug with USB-C and USB-A input. Charges MacBook Pro 16″ to 56% in 30 minutes. USB-C charger perfect for home, office and travel: 20% smaller than a standard 140W charger and with 3 ports to charge 3 devices simultaneously.
  • One charger for all: Charge your laptop, tablet, phone or smartwatch in one compact and powerful charger. It has built-in safeguards to protect devices from surges, overloads and short circuits. It also has CE, RoHS and FCC safety certifications, making it a very durable, reliable and totally safe charger.
  • GaN III technology and compact design: Equipped with a GaN III chip, this new version is even smaller, more efficient and dissipates heat better. It incorporates a gallium nitride (GaN) charging method, which has the advantages of greater energy efficiency and heat dissipation in much smaller chargers. There is also an LED that lights up when the charger is switched on.

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Tech Review – Jabra Evolve2 buds

The Jabra Evolve2 buds are the ideal partner to have if you work from home or in the office and use more than one device and if you are into meetings which is more common than ever these days these earbuds is what you need and if you like your music too well then these solve all these problems in one go and the thing is they are portable and can be brought anywhere and it is a super simple set-up with the dongle to switch between two devices which for me is key and a multipoint connection is for me something that is a must and again for those who work in either closed or open office space environments.

The design of the earbuds is familiar with their current range and for me is fine they work well and fit perfectly with the right tips and again this is something I always point out when using earbuds to get the best out of them and these also come with the MyFit option to ensure you have them set up at optimum levels which will benefit you in the end so do not skip the process, you can if you life however you will not get the full performance they offer if not, it only takes a few minutes and is worth it, trust me.

The App

The app as always is excellent although this time around it has being tailored towards the use of teams we have covered the app multiple times here on site but we do take a look in more detail in the video review below.. As expected the app is full of features and allows you take control of what you want and need with a nice UI and it is simple to navigate.

The sound

OK well what more would you expect from Jabra then? They sound great from all aspects of use be it connected to PC or phone and the same applies for using teams on both, there was some lag latency noted at first but an updated chimed through during testing and seems to have fixed it, like any other pair of Jabra earbuds I have used the I was confident these would not disappoint and that they did not given they are geared for Teams and UC platforms. In short these Evolve2 buds are a one stop shop for those who want to still enjoy their music and spend much of their day on Teams calls with no issues at all noted and drop outs during my testing.

The only thing noted was the ANC is not up to par at this price-point however these are a more targeted pair of earbuds towards the office if you will rather than a whole music experience but they overall as mentioned still are a one stop shop for those who are in the environments and you have a nice widget you can use on your phone to swap between modes also giving you the stats at hand for reference.

Key features of the Evolve2 Buds: 

  • Certified for Microsoft Teams and leading UC platforms – for enhanced collaboration experience 
  • MultiSensor Voice technology – ensures professional call performance by using multiple mics and Jabra algorithms to block out noise 
  • Plug-and-play USB adapter for enhanced connectivity – 20 metre/65 feet range allows users the freedom to move around their work environment 
  • Advanced Multipoint connection – connect to two devices at one time 
  • Adjustable Active Noise Cancellation – filters out background noise allowing for increased focus 
  • HearThrough and single earbud use – allows the user to hear surrounding sounds through the earbuds whilst wearing them 
  • Increased battery life – with 33 hours of battery, including the case and wireless charging 
  • Ultra-discreet design – for ultimate comfort and a professional look  

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Tech Review – Skullcandy Dime 2 Doritos edition

The Skullcandy Dime 2 are one of the latest new products that are in a collab and this collaboration is with Doritos and whilst they might look and feel the same as the Dime we last reviewed there is some differences here but other than that they sound identical to the Dime and look identical apart from the UV reactive light which I have no lamp to test but you can see how they work with their own video, there is a difference between glow in the dark and UV reactive light for those who do no know.

There is no access to their app this time around which I found odd when they have Tile built in which is hand being such a small earbud but they have the rest of the features you would come to expect from Skullcandy. They fit well and block out plenty of the outside world and stand out even being so small with the colour.

You again have the basics when it comes to controls on the earbuds albeit small and if you have big fingers you may struggle a bit until you get your muscle memory in order,  you can skip and reverse tracks, play and pause music and change the volume which is enough for most people and you can control calls.. There is one button on each earbud that controls the lot keeping it simple.

Overall these are an inexpensive pair or earbuds rejuvenated but sound good and give more than enough and great value for money, check out the video review below for a full hands on.

 

Skullcandy x Doritos Limited-Edition Dime 2 True Wireless Earbuds – £39.99

  • UV-Reactive Glow Graphics

  • Built-In Tile Finding Technology

  • 12 Hours Total Battery Life

  • Microphone, Call, Track & Volume Controls

  • Auto Connect

  • IPX4 Sweat & Water Resistant

  • Micro-USB charging case with snap lid and integrated lanyard

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Tech Review – DIKTOYOU Men’s Smartwatch

The smartwatch is today for some seen as an expensive companion device which is true to one extent but over the years they have come down in price and more brands to sell them alongside their smartphones, For example I have my original Moto 360 which was my first smartwatch and now I have the Apple Watch Series 7, Pixel Watch A Galaxy watch 4 and several other cheaper brands that all cost less than 100 euro which this one does but this one has features none of those sub 100 euro watches have and even more expensive watches and two stand out features is a speaker to take calls and a voice assistant and also has GPS tracking.

OK so the thing here is this is a generic watch we have seen before and the software to go with it but it is kept simple and everyone wants something different and that is life, it may have some restrictions as to what you can do overall however for the price it a seriously decent watch to get you started of you do not own a smartwatch and do not want a convoluted mess of submenus or set-up this is one watch you should look at and in fact we have done several similar styled watches here before which you can find in the search option.

We go through the set-up the app and all that good stuff in the video review below so you will see what this entails in comparison to other watches out there today, most people today opt for fitness trackers and these are cheaper etc but do not offer the full suite expected on a fully fledged smartwatch and this watch is kind of offering both here which is a good thing.

The watch is a solid build with an IP67 rating and comes with two straps it is not a cheap plastic watch which is often the case at this price point too and stellar battery life it does lots of fitness activities has a huge selection of predefined watchfaces and measures the most important health features and is pretty accurate after comparing to other smartwatches I own.

Check out the video below for more and see how the speaker sounds the calls sound and how it works in general as it is a better view of what this offers for the price. For me it is a great watch to get started and overall a great watch to use and the only place it lacks is on replying on the watch itself but as for the rest it is fine, notifications come through they are a simple line of text and not detailed like more expensive watches but still gives you control at a glance whether or not you need to pick up your phone and one thing for me with smartwatches is they do keep you off your phone and today that is probably a good thing as we spend to much time on them.

The App 

Click to enlarge, app was tested on both Android and iOS and consistent with results and in comparison to other similar watches we have reviewed on statistics, check the video review for more.

 

Features 

  • Smartwatch makes calls: the smartwatch men’s calls with one click adopts BLE5.0 version, faster and more stable connection, the smart watch has a built-in microphone and a speaker, AI voice control and with high-quality ACC speakers, the sound is rich and delicate and the high definition sound quality can be used for answering calls or playing music. You can call your contacts with one click and read your messages easily
  • HD touchscreen fitness tracker: Diktoyou sports watches for men have a TFT colour screen with a circular diameter of 1.32 inches and an ultra HD resolution of 360 x 360, the image quality is more sensitive and clear and the touch becomes more accurate. Pedometer watch men and women are almost compatible with Samsung, iPhone, Huawei and other mobile phones, as long as the mobile phone system iOS 9.0/Android. 5.1 or is higher.
  • Personalised dials and 19 sports: men’s fitness watch includes more than 100 dials to choose from and can even be set as a dial with a custom photo. You can switch the corresponding dial according to different scenes, and the men’s watch is also equipped with two types of straps: silicone and leather. Men’s smart watch contains 19 popular sports: walking, running, mountaineering, cycling, basketball, badminton, football, elliptical trainer, etc. You can easily find your favourite sport
  • Heart rate and health monitoring: fitness watch can monitor your heart rate and blood oxygen saturation in real time to give you the best advice for your training. Automatically record sleep status, digitise your physical condition and adjust preparations directly. The men’s heart rate monitor also contains movement reminders and drinking water reminders to take care of your own health and that of your loved ones in real time
  • Quick charging and customer service: men’s smart watch quick charging takes only two hours to fully charge, equipped with a 300 mAh battery with large capacity, which can last 7-10 days with normal use and 20-30 days in standby mode. The new men’s smart watch is more functional: Bluetooth calls, voice control, 19 sports modes, music playback, breathing training and more. If there is a problem with your watch, please contact us as soon as possible and we will offer a solution within 12 hours.

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Tech Review – Yeslamp Evo Adjustable LED Desk Lamp

Looking for a new lamp for the home or office well look no further than this latest product we have been checking out and it ticks all the boxes for me and will for many others with the features on board this lamp called the Yeslamp EVO which has LED lights and 6 axis points and not only that it has also got an external charging port which is really useful to charge things in front on you whilst not taking up any extra plug sockets in your home.

This is a typical lamp you might be familiar with but what wins for me is the ability to adjust it more than others we have tried here and how simple it is to set up and not only that you have an alarm clock the time and you have a hygrometer built in so you can get all these and the time right in front of your face all the time which makes it extra handy in more ways than one.

This simply claps on the side like most laps you would see and like what we have reviewed here before and there is no technical skills required to have this completely set up in less than 5 minutes.

Even more beneficial is eye protection here compared to other lights you may be familiar with which is important and becoming a talking point of late which is solved by using special LED beads designed with a Color Rendering Index (CRI) that is above 95, featuring a spectrum that is close to the natural daylight. This provides an eye-friendly source of light that helps you see, read, work, and create better with minimum eye effort—while it also restores the authentic color of any object you’re working with.

 

Yeslamp has been pursuing the core goal of healthy lighting since its inception, and we strive to make our LED lighting products emit light closer to the natural light of the day to better protect the health of our eyesight and that of our families. Yeslamp Evo is designed based on our years of research on the needs of users. It adopts the latest natural spectrum lighting technology. The light is very close to the natural light of the day, which can better protect the health of our eyesight and better restore the color of objects.

Overall for me this is an ideal lamp to use at home or in the office and for zoom and teams calls etc as it is more adjustable than other offerings out there and simple to use with extra features not seen and this is a one stop shop solution keeping your desk tidy too and having the light shine on exactly where you need it to.

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Tech Review – ZHIYUN FIVERAY F100 stick light

Last year you might remember the FR100C from Zhiyun which is a really cool light to have at your disposal and you can check out the review of that here, this time around we have their new FIVERAY F100 stick light which is similar but has more on offer this time around when it comes to features and so on and comes in a really cool travel case too so for those who need portability you have got it and not only that you keep the device protected and out of harms way.

ZHIYUN’s FIVERAY F100 is the second professional lighting stick in its FIVERAY product range, bringing power, portability and accurate colour rendition in one versatile tool. Weighing just 950g, F100 is designed for one-handed control and comfort, offering a pro lighting solution without the need for complicated set-up or setting adjustment. The lighting tool reaches 20,708 lux at its 100W maximum power. Embedded with 5 times more LED chips, F100 gives you ultra-bright output compared to similar-sized lights. F100 offers six creative lighting effects that help build up the atmosphere easily when inspiration strikes.

The unit is a solid well built product and has barn doors this time around and an additional filter and cap to add to the mix and the brand is all about professional tech here for filming and vlogging etc and they have all the tools required for such people and from testing these products ourselves we can easily recommend them for your needs and the lates tkit is no different,perhaps a bit of an overkill for my set-up but it does enhance the game and gives me the opportunity to do better things and the same applies to others doing similar.

Again it is a simple product to use with no app and a simple control wheel to change the lighting experience which offers a wide range of colours and tones to work with making it the right tool for the job in any situation. There is also an app coming soon for this which will make it even more interesting, check out the video below for a full walkthrough of all the features and what to expect.

 

Features

  • 【Classic & Portable 】Weighted only 950g/2.1lb, the upgraded stick light packed with excellent features fits perfectly in your hand, offering lighting solutions without complicated settings and setups.
  • 【100W High Power & Innovative Cooling System】Embedded with 5 times more LED chips, F100 gives you ultra-bright output compared to the same-sized lights. Adopts inventive DynaVort Cooling System based on fluid dynamics and the dynamic algorithm.
  • 【CCT Mode and HSI Mode for Pro RGB】Offers precise adjustment of color temperature in CCT Mode via the intuitive dial. CCT Range: 2700K-6200K. Increased to 148 RGB chips and help improves the lighting effect two times brighter than the predecessor.
  • 【Inspiration Glows Non-Stop】6 built-in 2600mAh batteries ensure 1 hour 4 mins runtime at 50W working power. Supports Types-C charging. The adaptive charging technology satisfies PD power adapters of different power for both high power for both high power and long runtime scenarios.
  • 【Get Intuitive And Precise Control】Nail every shoot in various scenarios such as live streaming, interviewing,TVC, vlogging, and close-up portraits.

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