Recently we checked out the Mkeke clear case for the iPhone 14 pro here and now we have their latest case on offer which is the Mkeke strong magnetic cases for the iPhone 14 pro and pro max, these cases will offer maximum protection for both devices and are clear which enables you too see the natural colour of your device which many like to do, furthermore they are both MagSafe compatible and we have tried and tested here and they work well..
With having a lip on the front it offers protection to place your device face down and on the rear the camera lens is also protected and having extra protection on the corners they give your device full protection all round and gives you additional grip to which is handy considering the price it will cost you if you drop the device and see your repair bill for a cracked screen etc.
Check the video below for more
Features
For iPhone 14 Pro Max case with MagSafe is compatible with all QI certified MagSafe chargers,car mounts. Built-in N52 magnets with strong magnetic attraction reaches 2400GS effectively strengthen magnetic connections and ensure Wireless/MagSafe Charging is automatically aligned to give you faster and safer charging.
Crystal clear case fit for iPhone 14 pro max released in 2022. Shows off the brilliant color of your phone while providing extra protection without adding bulk.crafted with a blend of TPU and Acrylic which effectively resist stains and sweat, not easy to get greasy and yellow over time.
Double protection: extra bumper on corners raise to 3.1mm, the outer bumpers is scratch resistant and the built-in air bag is shockproof with Military Grade Drop protection,which will protect your cellphone when you inevitably drop it.
Raised edges to protect your camera: The edges of the case around the camera and the screen are raised by 3.53mm which is enough to buffer the phone and reduce pressure when hitting the ground.easy in and out of pocket.
It undergoes thousands of hours of testing throughout the design and manufacturing process just for your comfortable and easy grip. line up perfectly and easy access to all buttons.
The Jabra Elite 5 have been in our ears some weeks now and some flights which made way for perfect testing environments and how they perform with ANC which is probably the one of the most important features those look out for today, the Jabra elite 5 and some other earbuds went through the same test and stay tuned for other earbud reviews soon but today it is all about Jabra in which there is always a pair with me on my travels regardless where I go on my travels and that is a good thing to be able to say.
First thing is the look and design which is familiar which is fine but for me the colour is what wins the looks department standing out from the usual black colours we tend to see, Jabra do over time often release other colourways later on in their product cycle which is great and I got the lucky end of the deal this time with this colour option and love it and not only that they have been through alot and have not got dirty or has the colour faded. Battery life is great with around 6.5 hours per charge with full ANC and volume for those who do not go the max they will get longer and you have also got wireless charging on deck and a ten minute charge gives you and hours playtime. A big feature to point out is multipoint connection which is often left out at higher priced earbuds and this feature is for those who want to connect more than one device at once so ideal for me and those who work at home or indeed an office environment.
Design is familiar here and in line with the current portfolio of earbuds which we have recently reviewed which for me is fine, if you are a current user of Jabras line this will fit in well and no learning curves or muscle memory to use the earbuds, we have the SoundPlus app to enhance the listening experience and again this is excellent as expected, as mentioned above the ANC works a treat whilst not the best they are excellent for calls and the most important feature I guess is the audio experience.
Highs lows and mids are fine and the volume is loud enough even for me, we have SBC AAC and aptX codex here which the later people look for these days and for a mid priced pair of earbuds that is good. For music movies and more they do a great job and very centred, on my usual test loop they pass my test which is hours of music videos and movies and I cant complain and for the price paid nor should you.
Check the video review for more and check out the app.
Jabra Elite 5 key features and specifications:
Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) blocks more background noise, powered by the Qualcomm QCC3050 Bluetooth SoC
6-microphone call technology with wind noise suppression
Powerful 6mm speakers for goosebump-inducing, heart-racing, soaring sound
Customizable EQ and Spotify Tap Playback
Up to 7 hours play time with ANC on (up to 28 hours with wireless charging case)
Qualcomm® aptX™ Audio
Google Assistant and Alexa Built In for hands-free assistance on-the-go
Easy pairing with Google Fast Pair* and Microsoft Swift Pair*
Bluetooth Multipoint keeps you connected to two devices at once
The kit comes with a robust metal type housing with a braided cable while lightweight and sturdy with the main slots acceptable, this allows the portability to carry in a bag around. The DriverGenius HB081 USB is like a Swiss army knife (in terms of a portable solution for accessing multiple types of memory cards.) and has flexibility for a wide variety of flash media to allow for quick transfer and backup files. The USB-C port multi-card reader/writer supports SD4.0 SD, UHS-II microSD, and CFast 2.0 via tablet, smartphone, laptop or desktop computer. The USB 3.0 card reader supports the vast majority of memory cards on the market, including SDXC cards up to 2 TB, this can also connect directly to an android smartphone to copy/ move files without the need for a laptop or other device.
APPLICATIONS
■ Transfer photos, videos or other files from your SD, microSD, and CFast 2.0 cards to your USB-C enabled tablet, laptop, or another device
■ Gain greater efficiency when working with a variety of memory cards – ideal for creative professionals including photographers, videographers, and graphic designers
Features
UHS-II SD 4.0/CF CARD READER: High integrated External USB Type-c Multi-Card Reader support UHS-II SD/SDXC/SDHC/MicroSD, backwards UHS-I, also as CF-1 (43*36*3.3mm) memory card adapter.
CLICK-in FEATURE: DriverGenius HB080 use click popping design for the slots, that can fix cards well and protect cards from random insertion. The pocket-size design lets you take this card reader anywhere.
3 SLOTS USB-C CARD READER WRITER: 3-in-1 slots for SD4.0, microSD4.0, CF-1 memory card,and can read and write simultaneously, no need to switch, no harm to SD cards. Suitable for quick workflow with multi device and multi-scenario.
5Gbps USB3.1 GEN1 TYPE-C SUPPORT: Professional UHS SD to USB-C laptop/tablet/smartphone, it allows high speed data and movie transfer in seconds. Ensure high resolution still of images.
There is no requirement for a setup in terms of plug in the USB C into a laptop, inserting the relevant card and read and write simultaneously. This required no download of drivers/programs for use. This is plug and play, because you do not need to download any drivers or programs etc.
Conclusion
From an early age, it has been taught to keep a backup of our data whether used for a photographer or shooting any video. This may involvetransferring photos, videos or other files from your SD, microSD, and CFast 2.0 cards to your USB-C enabled tablet, laptop or another device.
They’re a noticeable speed connection when the card is placed into the reader and to a laptop, The kit quoted data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps which would be under an ideal scenario and would require card, and laptop to achieve this speed transfer. Tests carried out by techbuzz gave a large increase in transfer vs the standard cables often used to transfer files. Overall the kit is solid in terms of build and required no additional software required in to make it work “Plug and play” with a transfer speed far exceeding typical cables while compatible with a variety of systems and cards. A must for those that transfer / read / write simultaneously, a lot of data, ensuring efficiency in their work/leisure.
The typical router as supplied by your ISP (contrary to their marketing literature), may be of basic quality and give a reasonable Wi-Fi range, but if a few of these are placed in the same areas, as your router, there may be congestion on certain frequency ranges and poor broadband speed or coverage. (Depending on the router and technical experience the frequency range may be changed but may require some specialised knowledge) The Halo H80X is a specialised kit to increase the range and allow a repeater of the signal.
Note: the Halo can only forward the signal going into the building, if the signal is poor at the junction box or default router to Halo, this will not increase this, while if the signal is good coming into the building, in theory, this should spread the signal evenly throughout the building ensuring no black spots or poor coverage in parts of the building. Albeit coverage may depend on the type of construction within the building, large thick concrete walls or tinfoil-backed walls or fireproof doors will diminish signal quality. The Halo will certainly improve this signal, allowing the option to place close to black spots to improve the broadband experience. The location of the Halo is also a key factor in terms of range and quality of the signal, this should be placed as far as practical in an open space away from large metal items or e.g., book cabinet which would diminish the speed dramatically, the app gives a guideline on the best locations for the Halo. The Kit came with a clear specifications called out on the packaging giving full detail of what the kit could do.
Package Contents see unboxing below for more
2-pack
2× Halo H80X Units
1× RJ45 Ethernet Cable
2× Power Adapters
Quick Installation Guide
Note this comes in a 2 or 3 pack Kit, this review has been using the 2-pack kit, The 3 pack could be used to extend the range further.
Features:
Dual Band WiFi 6 Speeds up to 3000 Mbps – 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.†
Seamless Roaming with One Unified Network – Halo units work together to automatically switch between Halos as you move around your home with a single unified WiFi name and password.‡
Whole Home Coverage – Blanket up to 5,000 ft² (460 m²) with high-speed WiFi, eliminating WiFi dead zones at your home.†
Connect over 150 Devices – Provide fast and stable connections over 150 devices.†
Easily Mange Your Home Network – Use the MERCUSYS App to quickly set up and manage your WiFi. You can also manage your kids’ online time and contents.
Full Gigabit Ports – 3× Gigabit ports per Halo unit for lightning-fast wired connections.**
Reset Button:
The one option I always like in a product is the option to reset the system to ensure if issues on the setup etc, you can start from scratch,
Press 1 second to reset Halo to factory default settings.
Setup:
The first impression of the instruction guide was disappointing in that there is a manual included, there is one page of instructions in English, this shows a QR code, scanning allowed the app to be downloaded, but this did not give any circuit diagram for network connection. There was a help option, albeit the setup is logical, but would benefit from a basic diagram option to connect the devices.
Suggested setup option via Mercusys support links
1. Turn off the modem, and remove the backup battery if it has one.
2. Connect the modem to either Ethernet port on the router.
3. Power on the router, and wait for it to start.
4. Turn on the modem.
Login the web interface
1.Connect to the main router wirelessly using the default SSID (network name) printed on the main router’s label.
2.Open a web browser and enter the default domain name http://mwlogin.net in the address field to access the web management page.
3.A login window will appear. Create a login password when prompted.
Tips: For subsequent login, use the password you set.
App setup – MERCUSYS app
The app has over 100K+ downloads with a 3.3 star rating out of 5, the setup is standard for app given the functionality.
Android app setting –
There is a variety of different options within the functionality of the app this includes a very useful feature of network optimization. If the unit is used in a highly congested area with a lot of neighbour’s routers on the same frequency the network optimization can pick the best frequency and update as required, this works but does not tell you what frequency it is changed to. Alternatively, if required to blacklist a particular unit, a device can be easily achieved. A very useful feature is the parental controls this allows to prevent access to example over 18 sites or configure individual sites blocked, e.g., Facebook if not be required. This has options as used for a junior person, it may also be used for a child, preteen, or adult blocking social networking downloads blocked. If used in an office environment there is a website category with specific websites that can be blocked, most staff that work in a commercial environment will be aware certain sites are blocked by their local IT department. This can be achieved within the app by updating the website and blocking specific sites example Facebook. Or whatever sites are deemed inappropriate for staff, again for younger generations it could also be used to block specific areas that are not required.
Reporting features are available to give an idea of how much data is being used which can give an indication that may assist in security implications. Within the advanced features, there is a variety of technical settings that configures by specialised, teams. One feature which is quite useful is the LED, the LED can be turned off or set for a night mode to switch off at night-time if the unit is used in a bedroom.
The app has an option to easily see what devices are connected, for example, smartphones, home network laptops etc this is very handy to visually see if something is connected which should not be connected or unexpected, this is similar to having a review of your credit card bills to ensure everything looks in place having a look at your own network to see what’s connected is possibly good practise now and again.
Within the Wi-Fi settings on the app 2.4 GHz 5 giga Hertz functionality can be turned off and, on, the guest, the network can be enabled or disabled. The main network name can be changed, or the password can easily be updated
Compare mobile app (android) vs web link
Typically I would expect to be able to do the same function on the app as the website, ( http://mwlogin.net ) The web login has minimal practical use, in that changes, etc cannot be made only view the setting, Any changes to the network etc allow the guest network to be turned on, parental controls etc is required to be done via the mobile app. This may result in a lot of wasted time if searching on the web link for functionality.
The web link does allow the software to be updated via e.g., a memory stick or via the web.
Results:
As part of this techbuzz review, the H80X was set up as above. A speed test was done from various rooms in the house, with all doors closed and no other internet surfing etc turned on
In each room a windows laptop was connected to the initial network and a speed test was run 3 times, Download, Upload speed and latency were tested, the average rate was logged, in the same room the connection was changed to the Mercusys Ax3000 Halo H80X ( network called techbuzz ) and again the speed was tested an averaged from 3 readings, this was done in the rooms below.
Techbuzz speed tests comparison from ISP router to Mercusys Ax3000 Halo H80X (network called techbuzz)
Analysis of the data:
Within the same room as the router (Classed as the Sitting room)
Tested location
Standard internet provider router
Techbuzz – Mercusys Ax3000 Halo H80X
Download (Mbps)
Upload (Mbps)
Latency (ms)
Download (Mbps)
Upload (Mbps)
Latency (ms)
Sitting room (router placed)
270
51
13
360
50
14
The data showed an improvement from 270 Mbps to 360 on the Halo H80X which I believe is down to the app optimisation frequency picking out the best network frequencies or uncongested frequency.
There was no coverage from the ISP router in the indication the Halo expanded the coverage
Downstairs utility room
Not connect
Not connect
Not connect
11
14
16
The furthest room has the biggest increase in broadband speed going from initially 12 Mbps to 190 Mbps, and half the latency which would benefit gamers,
Upstairs furthest bedroom
12
4.1
32
190
47
16
Additional Test done:
As part of the testing, a windows laptop was connected to the Halo and walked to his furthest part of the drive until reduced coverage. subsequently walked to the back of the garden where the Halo in front would not have coverage, this worked seamlessly on the handover from one Halo to the next without any drop our loss in signal
Conclusion:
With the Halo a few minor niggles in terms of the lack of network diagrams, the colour of the White box with a black plug, (I would prefer from aesthetics to have all white or all back colours) The Web app is of little practical use.
Overall, the kit comes with many useful features in terms of, Dual frequency, security, Parental controls, and network optimisation but more importantly for anyone with blackspots / poor Wi-Fi coverage this kit does exactly as described and what it is designed to do as seen on the test results carried out by Techbuzz in a consistence manner and comparison to the ISP equipment.
Technology continues to advance and poor coverage can be fixed by the non-technical with this kit that works as broadband should, a Must for those with Wi-fi blackspots.
There is tripods and there is tripods but this one has MagSafe built in for iPhone users however all devices can be used with this product and it makes life simple for creators or for those who like to take selfies, being adjustable to make height choice better than most options we have tried this is versatile and can be used at almost any angle with a 360 degree face rotation and 180 degree neck rotation.
Height is one place where this tripod stands out for me and with holding a heavy iPhone it does not budge either or wobble like some others can, the built quality is great and you get a remote shutter that you can take out and use or leave in the socket on the leg so it can be used again basically anywhere and setting it up is like pairing any bluetooth device and once connected you can take photos or videos on the go, selfie lovers will like this too due to the telescopic extension which is longer than most we have tried and will allow you get that super wide shot easily using your wide angle lens on your camera, think huge crowds here.
You even have an extension for a mic or light on the side to making this a perfect piece of kit for those who want things kept simple and overall a robust product that is portable and can be placed in your travel bag. See the video below for more.
Features
[The perfect shoot assistant for iPhone] The world’s first compatible MagSafe tripod, magnetic adsorption,one-handed operation, you can start your photography journey by easily placing the phone
[Super flexible and multi-angle] Easily pull from 12.3 inches to 63.5 inches, from 180° neck rotation to 360°face rotation, MagStick can adjust the angle at will, giving you and the beauty more possibilities!
[Full function expansion] Suitable for 99% of phones and cameras, can be installed with microphones and fill lights, from travel shooting to live video, allowing you to do anything!
[Super bluetooth remote control] Effective range of 50 feet, easy to install and disassemble at any time,not easy to lose, long standby, giving you the greatest freedom of photography.
[Extremely Portable] Only 12.5 feet, easily fit into a travel bag, waiting to explore the beauty of the world with you.
[Sturdy] Made of aviation-grade aluminium alloy and high-toughness PC material, the magnetic attraction and the mechanical arm are double-fixed, giving you enough security.
The JBL Tune Flex is the last pair so far in for review and at the budget end of the spectrum with price here is where one will ask about performance and features, as I have said many times here on site and in my videos this department has changed rather swiftly with the cost to performance ratio getting better things are now better for the consumer and the same applies again here in short for JBL with the Tune Flex.
With having the most earbuds reviewed in Ireland on site and by that I mean hands on you see them and we also do a video review rather than stock images with little context we test our earbuds check out the apps when available as some earbuds still do not have apps but in some cases do not require on we have a good feel and taste for the audio for the price be it high or low and as mentioned this applies now to earbuds in the sub 100 euro department and we have actually had some in to check out in recent times and the competition is just getting better and that means better value for the consumer.
I usually do not fob off one brand against another in my reviews as we like to stick the the product in question but there is good value to be had under the 100 euro price point these days and the days of spending up to 300 euro on earbuds is long gone for me unless you are a brand loyalist which I am not and like to see what is out there for all prices which we do… Yes we have more earbuds of course in and coming soon.. Even recently JBL announced probably the best looking phone case coming soon and it did cause a stir as to why and what features will be on offer but again we have an example of JBL Tour Pro 2 upping the game here bringing something new to the table and even after checking out the latest pairs of earbuds they have all the market covered when it comes to prices and what is on offer.
The JBL Tour Pro 2 earbuds which I seriously can’t wait to see.
So back to the Tune Flex. OK so we will not keep you here much longer but do watch the video for more, We have gone over their app multiple times but here is some of what is inside in case you missed it from out previous reviews and again it is good and delivers and lets you be in control rather than having a default option you have an EQ so all the bells and whistles are here in their app even at this price point.
Features
JBL Pure Bass Sound
Active Noise Cancelling (2-Mic) with Smart Ambient
4 microphones for crisp, clear calls
JBL sound fit – open ear and sealing ear tips
3 sizes of sealing ear tips
Up to 8H in the earbuds + 24H in the case with ANC off
Speed charge
IPX4 splash proof certified
Hands-Free Voice Control with Google Assistant
Customisable all-access touch control through the JBL Headphones App
A nice new accessory has launched for iPhone which is the Andoblil double sided mag phone grip, not only does it work with non mag safe iPhone accessories it includes a magnet inside that in effect will make it, you will understand more in the video review below how this works which is really cool.
Keeping your phone out of your hands during the day when working cooking or whatever the case maybe can be a challenge and this is where this accessory comes to the rescue which is neat. It has a really strong magnet too which is important and effective and one of the better magnet based products I have seen for iPhone over recent times.
In the well presented package you get two magnet pads and another two for non magsafe which is really cool and also you get the ring grip which is self explanatory these days, this allows you to leave your device down on a surface without having to remove the case and watch content and so on. The pads can be placed anywhere in your home to act as another way to keep your grubby hands of your device which is a good thing and overall a clever well made package that I would see as an investment and not expensive either, see the video below for more and how it works.
The magsafe ring holder can snap directly to magsafe cases, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 pro, iPhone 14 pro max,13, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 13 Mini, iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 12 Mini. Magnet will stronger if use metal ring. If use Non-Magsafe regular iphone case, you can use metal ring to enhance magnet.
Andobil ringholder magnet – techbuzzireland
You can switch or turn your fingers to suit the grip, and when trying to take a photo, hold with one finger to switch lenses. By the way, Grip also lets you hold your phone in one hand while holding your coffee. Hold your phone with just one finger[Multi-Angle Viewing] Easily rotate your ring holder 360° and flip to 125° for a comfortable viewing position when watching a movie, YouTube or facetime someone on any flat surface. Smooth 360° rotation, without disassembly, without stuck fingers
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TORRAS have sent us over some cases to check out for the iPhone 14 Pro which is one of the devices I am using at the moment, The iPhone is an expensive piece of kit and needs protection and cases from TORRAS is one place to shop for them and they have an nice range of cases and more on their website.
Guardian Pro Magnetic
This case is pretty cool and one of my favourites from the range and comes with MagSafe compatibility, this case protects all corners has a lip around the front and your camera array is well protected too, additionally it gives you a better grip too and will work with wireless charging. You also get a selection of coloured buttons to make your case pop. Check the video review for a closer look
This case is also a cool case with an aluminium kickstand rather than plastic ones which we tend to see, this gives the user the benefits of viewing media either vertically or horizontally without the need to remove the case and keeping your hands free the kickstand is super solid and the same protection levels provided as above with the camera array well protected and giving you additional grip. Again this still works with wireless charging which is a must for many and overall will give your device the protection it needs. Check the video below for a closer look at both cases.
Bone conduction headphones are getting popular to some extent now and we have covered several pairs to date here on the site and our YouTube channel, they do all look familiar due to limitations I guess but they are often overlooked as an alternative to earbuds, if you have not checked out a pair of these yet you might be in for a surprise with how well they actually work and they are better for your ears tpo and not only that you can hear your surroundings no matter how you chose to wear them or at what sport you play.
As mentioned yes the sports fan will like these and can be worn anywhere and will not fall off your neck either they are really light and simple to use with a clean design too with one side doing all the control work with just three buttons that gives you all you need to do on the go.
You can use these as an MP3 player which is great and means you do not have to carry your phone with you and there is 32 GB of storage on board to load up to 5000 tracks which is more than enough for most people. You can toggle between your mobile and phone on the headset in one simple step skip and reverse tracks and higher/ lower the volume, there is no voice assistant access from my testing which is fine and not a deal breaker.
Battery life is pretty stellar too and you have no app access or EQ built in so nothing to draw down the battery bar your volume levels and for me around 11 hours was the average max volume. For the sound it will not be like TWS earbuds or headphones by any means a however it is crisp and clear it must be said and the same for calls, no lag latency noted either during testing and overall pretty much mid range throughout with no overlapping audio, highs lows and mids came through pretty clean and a touch of bass they do a better job than you would think and for me an easy suggestion for those who want something robust and still delivers decent audio and they are great for lying in bed too which is where I spend a lot of time testing headphones and earbuds as well as outdoors.
The built quality is solid here and again easy to use controls so overall a simple to use bone conduction headset executed well. See the video review below for more details and how these work.
Features
【Healthier&safer way to enjoy music】Wissonly wireless bluetooth bone conduction headphones made by the lastest bone conduction tech,which delivers audio through the cheekbone instead of air,it will protect hearing without damaging tympanic membrane.It is an open ear design head phone, which helps you maintain your awareness of the surrounding environment and is safer for outdoor use.
【High grade sound quality】Wissonly bone conducting earphones one of the few bone conduction earphones with hifi sound quality.It has a wider range, and we perfectly solve the problem of sound leakage.
【IPX8 waterproof headset】Wissonly over ear sports headset certified with IPx8 waterproof grade,it can still work under 20 meters of water.Its excellent water resistant and sweat resistant performance makes it suitable for swimming, running, workout,cycling, mountaineering, diving and other outdoor sports.
【Both Bluetooth earphones and MP3 player】The earphone provides Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity , which can be adapted to most brands of mobile phones, computers or other devices.It has 32g built-in memory and can hold 5000 songs. You can use it as an MP3 player when there is no mobile phone or computer. It is very suitable for outdoor use.
【Excellent battery life】The battery capacity of wissonly bone conduction headphones is 230mAh,it can play music continuously for 12 hours(for 50-60% volume).The headphones adopts magnetic suction and fast charging technology, which can be fully charged in 2 hours.
