What a day to be alive. Our good friends Edifier have just sent us two of their True Wireless earbuds to check out and this will be a comparison on young and old if you will and we look forward to it, As I have test many products from Edifier and stand by their audio quality and their headphones are top notch and this is out first time to check out some of their true wireless range. We have the TWS1 and the TWS5 in for a review and comparison so this will be a double review and we have a double unboxing today to have a quick first look.
The main differences between TWS1 and TWS5:
1. Chipset
The main chipset of TWS5 is QCC3026, which is sort of better than QCC3020 of TWS1. QCC3026 is the representative model of Qualcomm’s QCC series chips. QCC3026 adopts WLCSP packing which is smaller and highly integrated, which is helpful for the design as well as the implementation of the sound cavity and antenna system, as 3026 is even more difficult to produce.
2. Diaphragm(Sound)
TWS5 adopts wool felt diaphragm, and therefore the sound quality is closer to the balance of the low/middle/high frequency and performs more outstanding in audio resolution and dynamic, compared with TWS1.
3. Antenna
TWS5 adopts LDS radium antenna, which guarantees the RF signal.
4. Charging Solution
The playback time is basically the same but the three touch-pin charging solution of TWS5 (TWS1 only has two pins) ensures better battery management of the charging box.
5. Size, Weight and Design
The size of TWS5 is obviously larger than TWS1, and it is about 57.2g versus 41.1g of TWS1. This matters according to different user’s preference. Some may prefer smaller ones while others focus on material texture. TWS5 uses metal spray paint to enhance the texture of charging box, the indicator on it also looks better.
The world of healthcare is changing. By 2040, specialist surgeons will use remote robots to operate on patients in different continents; babies will have their DNA sequenced before they are even born; and patients will be able to generate new blood inside their own bodies without the need for a blood donor.
These are just some of the findings of a new report commissioned by international healthcare specialists, Allianz Care, to help them prepare for the longer-term needs of their customers. The report looks at how medical science and healthcare delivery will be transformed globally in the next 20 years. Allianz Care is the international health brand of Allianz Partners and a leading provider of international health insurance.
The Future Health, Care & Wellbeing Report
Authored by internationally renowned futurologist, Ray Hammond, it presents likely future developments and trends in healthcare between now and 2040. Commenting on what healthcare will look like in 2040, Ray Hammond said:
“Healthcare is one of the few arenas in which every one of us has a stake. The next 20 years will witness profound change in healthcare, all the more notable given that medical science and healthcare delivery tend to be conservative, slow-moving sectors that are highly resistant to change. The annual global market is currently estimated to be worth around $8.1 trillion, with annual global spending on healthcare forecast to rise to $18.28 trillion by 2040. With that in mind, we have a collective responsibility to ourselves and to the next generation to determine what that change will look like and the impact it will have on all of us.”
The report identifies five key trends which, collectively, will revolutionize the healthcare landscape. These include: personalized medicine; stem-cell medicine; nano-scale medicine; gene therapy and editing; and digital health.
The key healthcare predictions for 2040 are:
Health information from traditional annual physical check-ups and other tests previously only available in a surgery or lab will be replaced by data from sensors on/around our ‘smart’ bodies (including in our clothing and, eventually, skin and blood). This will be immediately accessible to us, in real time.
A new field of ‘predictive medical data mining’ will provide early warnings of physiological trouble ahead or indications of disease as it develops. Physicians will have 24/7 real-time reports of their patients’ wellbeing and will be alerted to any change in patients’ data that requires urgent attention
Stem-cell medicine will be a powerful tool in mainstream medicine. For example, replacement human organs for transplant will be grown on demand from stem cells in the lab, with minimal risk of rejection
Nano-medicine (in its infancy in 2019) may eventually outperform all other branches of medical science, as scientists create ‘designer drugs’ that are far more powerful than today’s drugs. “The use of UV-Vis Spectrophotometers will also play an important role in the manufacturing process of nano-medicine in the upcoming years.”
Artificial Intelligence (AI) ‘chatbots’ equipped with deep learning algorithms could relieve emergency room personnel of tending to large numbers of walk-in patients with non-emergencies (e.g. sore throats, UTIs)
Ultimately, this report will help insurers anticipate the benefits and potential challenges of the evolving healthcare environment, from a customer perspective. It not only provides insight, but it will also help spark ideas and debate to proactively plan for the future.
The future of health insurance
The report makes clear that in the future, insurance business models will need to change. Currently, one of the primary purposes of insurance is that an individual is covered for the unexpected. But in the future, health issues will be identified, and often addressed at birth. Health will no longer be an unknown quantity. Insurance premiums, which used to pay for health events that ‘might happen’, may evolve into a fund which is there to pay for treatment following unexpected accidents, and to access the latest technology to treat conditions which can’t be dealt with at birth. Health plans will most likely be completely tailored to each person. Plus, as the number of deaths due to unexpected or incurable illnesses decreases, populations grow and people live longer, the sheer number of people in the world will bring its own challenges in terms of making sure that everyone can get prompt access to care. This is where digital tools, robotics and artificial intelligence can really help.
There will also be a significant shift with regards to where health information sits. Currently it’s primarily with doctors and hospitals. In the future, people will have much greater access to their own health data via in-body/device technology. However, future customers will need support interpreting that information and navigating the international healthcare system. They’ll also want data to back up decisions about which consultants they see and where to locate them. The role of the insurer will be to use their expertise and global network to make that process as easy as possible, while giving them access to the right care at the best rates.
For additional information about Allianz Care and how they are shaping the future of international healthcare, read the full ‘Future Health, Care & Wellbeing’ report, which was launched in July as part of ‘The World in 2040‘ futurology series.
Need a new lamp of course you do but this one does more than just switch on and shine some light it sports a bluetooth speaker and a wireless charging spot to give you that bit more than your traditional lamp.
Today we check it out and will have a full review soon so if you have any questions feel free to ask as normal on our social handles.
Wireless charging with the Apollo is designed to be as easy as possible. Users simply place compatible devices on the 5w charging pad to start powering up the battery immediately.
Apollo’s light utilises three LED modes; warm, warm white and cool white enabling the user to tailor the light tone as required. Whilst, a dimmer function means the brightness can be adjusted up or down too.For those that like tunes before bed or to get them through the working day – Apollo also has an integrated Bluetooth speaker.
Next up in our True Wireless collection is the JBL TUNE 120 TWS which look really nice out of the box and are fully featured. On the box it claims PURE BASS and ZERO Cable but it is all about the bass as many true wireless fans look out for this in particular so I am looking forward to testing how good they sound not only with the bass end of things but overall and we will tell you if they are worth their money, JBL is a company that does audio quite good so I am sure these will sound great as a whole.
No wires. No hassles. Introducing the completely cord free JBL TUNE 120TWS. They are powerful in sound thanks to a 5.8mm driver featuring JBL Pure Bass sound and colorful in design. The earbuds combined with the elegantly designed portable charging case provide 16 hours of unrestrained musical enjoyment. Ergonomically shaped, they also ensure long lasting comfort. Equipped with intuitive and handy controls that are conveniently located on each earpiece, including one click access to Siri and Google Now.
Any questions in the interim as always feel free to ask on our social handles.
Forget the hassle of dealing with wires, and enjoy a fuller range of motion when you listen to your music. Stream from your phone or tablet with barely a hitch, and untether your listening experience without sacrificing sound quality. With the jump to TrueWireless™ Stereo Plus and Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX, listeners get an audio experience that blows similarly priced earbuds out of the water. The TWS5 will impress from the first song on your playlist to the last thanks to a composite bio cellulose design that provides faster sound response and quality that rivals larger headphones.
Equipped with a Qualcomm QCC3026 chipset, the Bluetooth connection consumes less power compared to other true wireless products: – with 8 hours of playback, and another 24 hours available with the magnetic charging case, you get playback that can last you well over a day.
Liberty Insurance knows advances in technology mean that it’s never been easier or more affordable to secure your home, that’s why they’ve brought you these tips on how to use smart technology to improve home security.
The devices remain pretty much the same but now alarms, locks, sensors and cameras are connected by Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, can be monitored and controlled remotely by apps and any data like audio or video can be stored in the cloud to be viewed later. And now with the internet of things, they can all be controlled from an automated hub like Amazon Echo, Google Home or Hive. With a little DIY know-how, you can protect your home and not break the bank doing it.
Cameras
Camera technology has advanced at an unbridled pace since the introduction of the smartphone and that affordable tech can be found in the home security camera. Even some of the most basic camera kits come with High-Definition and night-vision capability and can record onto a hard drive or to the cloud via Wi-Fi. And with an app, you can even check in on your home when you’re lying on a beach in the Costas.
Cameras can be mounted externally, internally and even on out buildings. However, there is one obvious weakness to a Wi-Fi only set up and that is your Wi-Fi itself. If the Wi-Fi goes down and the modem is not rebooted, then your cameras won’t have anywhere to send their video. Hard-wiring your cameras into a hard-drive is an obvious solution but would almost certainly require a professional to install the system.
Video Doorbells & Smart Locks
Once the preserve of the very wealthy, video door-bells are becoming more and more commonplace as they become more affordable. With Wi-Fi and an app, you can now see who is calling at your front door without having to leave the comfort of your armchair. Indeed, you can instruct delivery drivers to leave parcels at your door while you are in work through the face-time function on the app. They come with HD and night vision and recording also.
Some video-doorbells connect to a smart lock which allows you to remotely open the lock so a child or workman can enter your house while you are not at home.
Smart locks not connected to a video doorbell use a variety of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth that connect with your phone to lock and unlock, but you can also choose from a wide range of touch screen and fingerprint locks also.
Window & Door Sensors
A smart window or door sensor will send a notification to your phone of when the window or door is opened. They also come with alarms and can be programmed to suit your needs and some even come with small tiny cameras.
Smart lights
Smart lights are a great way of making it look like your home is occupied when you’re not there. You can switch on and off lights to make it look people are entering and leaving rooms. If you have cameras and monitor something suspicious outside your home, or even if you just hear something, you can switch on your external lights from your phone to discourage any threats.
Automated Hubs
You can connect all your security devices to an automated hub like Amazon. Google or Apple, but, remember to match the right device with the right hub. They don’t all speak the same language, so if you have Alexa, get smart devices that pair well with Amazon Echo.
One of the advantages of using a hub is that you can monitor your security in real-time on your smart tv, phone. tablet or laptop. If you’re lying in bed and you’ve been alerted to something inside or outside your home, you can set off the alarm, turn on the lights and call the police without having to go downstairs and possibly confront someone.
Liberty Insurance wants to help make Irish homes safer. Visit their website for more tips on keeping your home secure or to get a home insurance quote today. Liberty Insurance also offers car insurance plans with breakdown assistance and home start.
Hong Kong based travel technology expert, Masterspace, is today pleased to announce the full availability of its revolutionary and extremely powerful handheld vacuum – Pacum. Following a hugely successful Kickstarter and Indiegogo campaign with 5,101 backers and over $270,000 USD raised, the essential travel gadget is available now on the Masterspace website for GBP £49/USD $59.99.
With strict luggage sizes and ever increasing charges on most airlines and only a small amount of space in most family cars, nowadays luggage space is at a premium. The ability to fit as many necessary travel items into your bag as possible is a must for most travellers today.
Pacum is the most powerful, multi-functional, handheld vacuum & air pumping device in the world. For its size, it packs a mighty punch with capabilities of compressing items 25% more than other competitive vacuums and four times faster.
Using a USB Type-C connector and a power input equal to 5v/2a or above (the common output for portable power bank or wall charge point), Pacum can produce up to 65Kpa or 9.4Psi which is much a more powerful suction than a traditional vacuum cleaner, allowing it to compress a large clothing vacuum bag in 90 seconds. Whilst Pacum comes with its own vacuum bags & accessories, it also is equipped with a “Padaptor”, to ensure the majority existing vacuum bags owned are also compatible with Pacum including food bags. All included, the moisture, water and dustproof Pacum bags are not only ideal for enhancing luggage space, they are also great to keep odour and bacteria at bay by placing used clothing in them for the return trip so it can be emptied directly into the washing machine.
Pacum is one of the most versatile multi-functional travel devices on the market. Not only can it take the air out, it can also PUMP AIR IN! Inflatables at the pool or beach no longer have to be a lung busting pain. Simply change to Inflation mode and Pacum will also blow them up in minutes. Pacum, can also be used around the home or garage as required throughout the year to pump up footballs or basketballs.
Henry Lee, Co-founder, Masterspace, commented,“No matter where people are going, it could be flying somewhere for a family vacation, traveling on business, going on a camping trip, or even just heading to the beach, there are always items that need to be packed, and it is always a struggle to fit them all in. That’s why we made Pacum with an intelligent design that’s very easy to use!”
As well as inflation mode, Pacum also features an Eco mode for smaller vacuum bags (giving a maximum run time) and boost mode which allows the device to be used intensively for a shorter period. Using both modes, Pacum will stop automatically when the bag is fully compressed and thanks to a super silent compressor, it only makes 60 decibels of noise, similar to that of an air conditioning unit.
Functions and features
Panel lights indicate the function setting
2 pump modes. “Eco-mode” & “Boost”
Pacum stops automatically
Double packing capacity in just over 1 minute
Height:86mm width:43mm depth:43mm Weight : 145g
Pacum is available now on the Masterspace website for GBP £49/USD $59.99 including shipping
Design tool Crello presents a collection of 100 easily customizable and free design templates in 10 styles, available for anyone planning to launch a product on Product Hunt. From Crello’s very own experience using Product Hunt as a start-up, setting up a successful campaign on the platform takes a lot of work, leaving very little time for design.
Crello’s journey with Product Hunt
Crello have launched two products on Product Hunt: Crello editor in August 2017 and their animated designs in October 2017. Crello became #2 Product of the Day, Week and Month in August 2017, and currently has over 5,000 upvotes and remains in the Top 30 products.
Crello’s second launch – animated designs – has received over 1,000 upvotes on the service. Overall, Crello’s campaigns on Product Hunt have resulted in more 30 publications in the media and more than 40,000 visits by referrals from the Product Hunt website, excluding organic traffic, search, mobile, and visits from Product Hunt email newsletters.
“To secure your Product Hunt success, you need to make sure your product is flawless, your hunter is ready to launch, and your community is aware of the launch date so that they can support you. Everyone on your team will be busy with the campaign, leaving very little time for design. This is why we’ve decided to help our users – many of whom are entrepreneurs – to create a full package of professional looking designs for their Product Hunt launches,” shares Head of Crello Nazar Begen.
Templates designed by Crello compatible with over 8 different formats
Crello’s Product Hunt Launch Kit includes design templates for Product Hunt profile images and gallery images, a themed Facebook cover, several types of Facebook, Instagram and Twitter posts, as well as a website banner to attract visitors to find out more about a start-up or a company’s newest product launch on Product Hunt.
For this visual collection, Crello’s team of artists came up with 10 custom design styles to fit a wide variety of industries. Some designs were inspired by elements of minimalism, while others were drawn from comic book design trends. The templates are versatile so that every business will be able to find something to suit their needs. All templates – including animated ones – are designed to be easily personalized and are free for use. The templates can be used to leverage the presentation of new products, stand out from other companies when announcing a launch, as well as encourage engagement when inviting followers and users to support a company’s product.
Users can pick a style of their choice and customize all Product Hunt launch materials using templates in the style set here.
September and the start of the new school year are just around the corner. Come next week, some perhaps back already whether they like it or not, parents all over the UK and Ireland will be back to early mornings, packed lunches, school runs and homework. Those wanting a bit of extra help to ease that back-to-school stress and ensure family life runs smoothly, should check out this selection of new affordable tech from Groov-e.
Perfect for students of any age – whether they’re doing homework on their computer, reading books before bed or chilling after a busy day in lectures – the Apollo is a stylish LED lamp, wireless charger and Bluetooth speaker in one.
Lightweight, flexible and USB powered, the touch-controlled Apollo can be used anywhere. To give a compatible mobile device some extra juice simply place it on the base of the lamp for safe charging with no messy cables. Simply connect to the Apollo via Bluetooth and users can hear their favourite tunes around the room through the built-in 3W speaker.
The Apollo provides a warm LED light with three colour settings making it a must-have for any desk or bedside table.
The sleek and stylish Athena will help to make sure the kids are never late for school and that university students don’t miss any early lectures! More than just an alarm clock, features include:
Wireless charging – putting an end to fiddly cables, simply place a compatible mobile device on top of the Athena for quick and easy, wireless charging whilst asleep.
Nightlight – with three brightness settings, users are able to choose the level of light they require through the night. Ideal for children who prefer to not sleep completely in the dark.
Calendar display – even if users wake up sleepy they can be sure to know what day it is.
The Athena is a handy alarm clock that provides users with all the essential night time functionality they need in one handy product.
Waking up is often hard for many of us, especially at the start of term, but with the Light Curve wake-up light, alarm and radio, users can start their day a little easier.
The light, which mimics natural daylight, will come on at the selected time, starting off gently and gradually getting brighter until it’s at the optimum level to help rouse sleepy-heads up. When it’s actually time to get out of bed and get ready for school, a chosen alarm sound or radio station will also be activated to help users wake fully.
Additionally, for those who have trouble going to sleep, the sunset stimulation mimics the end of the daylight, helping users ease into a relaxing light as they head into slumber.
For those who like to read or need the light on darker mornings to get ready, the Light Curve has 10 levels of brightness using its LED lamp. And for those who want to create more of an atmosphere, one of the seven coloured mood lighting options can be selected.
