The line-up for 404, a major new Dublin tech event, has been revealed. Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017.
The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community.
404 to feature Irish and international speakers, tech performers and installations, community user groups and 1,000 tech professionals
Pictured at the launch of 404 a major new tech event for Dublin were Vicky Twomey-Lee, Technical Content Curator, 404, Brian Ó hOisín, co-founder 404, Jackie Slattery, co- founder 404 and Owen Harris, VR artist Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017. The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community. Pic: Marc O’Sullivan
Programme highlights for 404 include:
Cello Fortress: a live game performance by cellist Joost Van Dongen;
Ruth John & { Live:JS }: Javasript DJ – a collective of audio and visual artists performing live experiences through Javascript;
DEEP by Owen Harris: an Irish-developed meditative VR game controlled by breathing;
Katharine Jarmul: a Pythonista who uses artificial intelligence to generate poetry;
Tech For Good’s Digital Missing Maps: an open-source project, whereby 404 attendees will help create satellite mapping for unmapped areas of the world;
Line Wobbler by Robin Baumgarten: an award-winning arduino-based game;
IBM Hackable City: a replica of Hadley’s Hope from ‘Aliens’;
Rachel Andrew: Google Developer Expert;
Melanie Rieback: privacy and security expert of RFID technology;
Thomas Shaw: build engineer at Demonware and co-founder of ShipItCon 2017;
VR Storytelling: via Samsung headsets; and
Lots of demos, including of the latest AR technology from Google, Tango.
Pictured at the launch of 404 a major new tech event for Dublin were Owen Harris, VR artist, Vicky Twomey-Lee, Technical Content Curator, 404 and Jackie Slattery, co- founder 404 Billed as the ultimate tech meetup, 404 will take place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham on Saturday, 7th October 2017. The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals; leading tech companies; award-winning game designers; technology experts; and Ireland’s tech meet-up community. Pic: Marc O’Sullivan
Announcing details of the line-up for 404, Jackie Slattery, event co-founder, said: “This is an event by techies for techies – it’s not about big brands making a commercial pitch; it’s about celebrating Ireland’s tech community and showcasing all that’s new in tech – in Ireland and further afield.
“It’s the Ultimate Tech Meetup, where attendees can network with their peers and talk to over 40 meet-up organisers.
“For tech companies attending the event, 404 provides an opportunity to network with members of the tech community in Ireland.
“In developing the programme, we’ve done extensive research and crowd-sourced content directly from the tech community, so we’ve created something authentic, different and community-driven. The line-up is incredibly exciting, with speakers and performers that are new to the Irish tech event scene.
“At 404, you’ll get an opportunity to hear from leading Irish and international technology experts and to try out the latest AR/VR and gaming technologies. We’ll also have interactive tech performances and installations, a series of lightning talks and a great after-party, including a Javascript DJ, in the chapel of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.”
The one-day event is targeted at experienced tech professionals, and those wishing to attend must register their interest in advance at www.404.ie. Further information on the line-up for the event is also available at www.404.ie.
We have an issue these days with smartphone addiction and it is clearly getting worse and distratcting us from family and friends and even work, Everywhere we go people are on their phone,the bus,train,coffee shops and more and to make matters worse now food outlets are shoving tablets down out throats at meals for fuck sake.. Come on leave it out….
OK one could argue it might keep the kids quite but in fairness its not only kids that go here and the one time we should be putting the phone down we are now seeing this and no doubt there will be advertsing built in…
Cast you mind back to Siempo phone which I said would fail.. And it failed so badly despite advice given to them by many but they still went ahead with it. A company who in fairness is trying to cure an issue something like this just would not work. NoPhone is another company who are aiming to fix this problem in a much more practical and cheaper manner albeit it looks stupid to be carrying around..
Well this company have come up with another idea which I think will fail because there is already practical options out there and even households now could have similar options at hand like security boxes and so on regardless that there is a timer on this package this is easy to circumvent so it will be only convenient for a small audience really given the already available alternatives out there but I could be wrong…
I like this company because they are doing things on the cheap unlike that pile of shite siempo phone tried to pass off that had failure written all over it from its inception so I hope NoPhone do get backing and that it does help people out with their addiction but realistically speaking we can only help ourselves in the long run and any decent attempt to help us is welcome once its cost effective and realistic and given in this case there is plenty of similar ideas already looking at us every day.
If you think this can help you see their campaign HERE and check out the company itself HERE
Firemole is a new Irish product that could potentially save your life and every house should have at least one of these and for the tech fan like myself could do with a few when there is multiple devices running all day.
Over the last few years we have seen that there is more and more fires in homes and in almost all cases its due to faulty or shit third part chargers that can be bought anywhere and to save a few quid many people just buy these because they are in your face everywhere these days and cost buttons compared to OEM or proprietary charging equipment which mostly we can thank Apple for. These cheap chargers in my eyes are a no go in my house and will always remain that way but I have a few samples here of cheap crap and you can see even by the build quality and you can factor in the cost which in turn leaves you at risk of a hazard at some stage. In short DONT BUY CHEAP SHIT!!!
ON LAPTOP CHARGER
SECURITY CAMERA UNIT
SHIT PLUG VS ORIGINAL
FIREMOLE INERTS
FIREMOLE INERTS
Firemole is an innovative little gadget that attaches to your plug or charge pack and monitors the temperature and once it hits 54 degrees the alarm will sound which in turn you then get off your ass and plug out the nominated device or devices and check things out. The alarm is loud enough and can be heard even if in another room so its not an issue nor does it required a standalone app to run either which is quite good,perhaps round two from firemole could indeed have this for if you are not at home and have things left on….
UNBOXNG,WALKTHROUGH AND PUTTING FIREMOLE TO THE TEST
Firemole is a simple unit with just a battery to power it which lasts around 18 months and easily replaceable with a battery similar to what you find in a car alarm fob and the batteries are widely available. There is a test button up top and a rest button it can get any simpler really and anyone can use it with ease,get set up and just leave it there to do its job. I have tried and tested one and it just works,it’s a simple gadget that could someday save your life and those around you. Thats all there is too it check out their campaign below and get this into your home today for peace of mind.
Firemole is a young company that is developing a range of innovative fire safety devices that can protect people and their property. There has been huge growth in the electronic and electrical markets over the last number of years, but there has not been the proportional growth in safety devices to protect people from faulty, ageing or counterfeit equipment.
Firemole monitors the electronic and electrical equipment that people use every day. We are using unique, stylish, patent-pending designs so that Firemole is a product that people want to use.
Firemole is focusing on fire prevention over fire detection and our R&D team is working closely with research centres to reduce the number of injuries and fires worldwide which are caused by faulty electrical and electronic equipment.
Firemole aims to begin trading in August 2017 in Ireland and the UK with the intention of having international distributors in place by 2018.
One of the most challenging issues of the present century is public healthcare. While many countries have made a positive development in different fields the public healthcare is one of the most pertinent issues that create a cause for worry. There are a number of countries where the poor state of public healthcare poses challenging situation to the government. However, it is not only the poor section of the society who is afflicted by health issues. Apart from malnutrition the unregulated lifestyle also invites health issues. However, the wearable technology now seems to be poised to join hands with healthcare sector helping in forming a better world.
What are wearables?
Wearables indicate the functional technology that can be worn over the body in the form of accessories or apparel. For example, your Smartphone watch can be called a wearable. In the field of healthcare constant monitoring, accuracy of data and communicating any vital changes are paramount for the positive results. So, by the use of wearales the vital body data of an individual is collected and sent to the healthcare professional using enhanced communication methods.
Werables are here to stay
The popularity of wearables can be established from the fact that a palpable surge in the sales of Wearales can be seen. For example the Smartwatches that sold worth $15 million in 2014, are expected to touch the figure of $373 million by the end of this decade. And this is not the isolated case. Many wearales are experiencing surge in the total sales
Practical benefits of wearables
Ironically, a huge portion of poverty-ridden population lives in far flung areas that are generally inhospitable and thus it is not conducive for the healthcare professionals to reach there. Devoid of regular health checkups and consultant, the underprivileged population start experience deterioration in their health. However, if such population is encouraged to use the wearables, it would be easier to consistently monitor their vital health stats like heartbeat, BP and pulse rate. Besides, it will help in storage of such data and help in forming digital medical history.
The use of wearables helps in proper monitoring of the lifestyle and thus aims at preventing the diseases or disorders rather than finding a cure when the diseases has already attacked and weakened the immune system.
This info-graphic tells some interesting facts about Wearable Devices which collects the health stats like Heart rate, Blood Pressure, Sleep time and similar health data. Know some more interesting facts in the infographic attached with thanks to NEERJA SOFTWARES
Designed with input from both millennials and industry, the Index is a software tool that enables organisations to increase millennial engagement and reduce attrition. EngageSmith invested €250,000 into researching, developing and testing the software behind the Millennial Friendly Index. The benefits of the Index include employer branding, improving millennial employee retention and increasing engagement and performance.
EngageSmith, the millennial specialist, today announces the launch of the Millennial Friendly Index that will certify how millennial friendly employers are. Designed with input from both millennials and industry, the Index is a software tool that enables organisations to increase millennial engagement and reduce attrition.
The Index rates organisations’ millennial friendliness across a range of criteria that have been identified by industry experts and millennials. The results will enable individual companies to understand what is required to engage with and motivate millennials. Organisations that pass the exacting test will achieve millennial friendly certification. The benefits of the Millennial Friendly Index include employer branding, improving millennial employee retention and increasing engagement and performance.
EngageSmith invested €250,000 initially researching, developing and testing the software behind the Millennial Friendly Index. The funding for this came from the recent €400,000 private equity investment in the company.
The Millennial Friendly Index will be announced on an annual basis with the inaugural Index released this September. The Index will rate the top millennial friendly companies in Ireland across all industries.
Lisa Smith, founder of EngageSmith, said:
“Following constant queries by millennials and Gen Zs on what companies are the best to work for, I recognised that there is a gap in the market for a tool to bridge the gap between industry and millennials.
“The millennial generation are quick to voice negative opinions on social media, for example, if they’ve had a bad experience with a company, this inevitably is posted online, damaging the brand of the company. As 79% of Irish millennials use online job sites and 65% use social media to find jobs, potential employees are often dissuaded from applying for companies with poor online employer reputations.
We believe that our Millennial Friendly Index will be the go-to tool for millennials and to plan their careers by selecting companies that understand their needs. Our Index also gives companies the levers needed to help improve their online rating, making them more attractive to the top talent
“As the economy is reaching full employment, the talent pool available to companies is shrinking. If companies want to reduce high attrition rates and associated costs of hiring and training new employees, then it’s important that they get the millennial friendly certification as soon as possible.”
“We’re on a strong growth path and the Millennial Friendly Index will enable us to achieve our expansion goals in Ireland and overseas. We will launch the Index in the US and UK early next year and look to be make it available globally in the next two years.”
EngageSmith works with large Irish-based indigenous and multinational companies, helping them companies to increase their retention of millennials and grow productivity.
Garmin International today announced the Vector 3/3S, a completely redesigned pedal-based power meter. Unlike previous versions of Garmin Vector power meters, the Vector 3/3S does not have a pod and installs like any other pedal, making it easy to transfer from one bike to another without professional assistance. Once installed, the dual-sensing Vector 3 measures total power, left-right balance, cadence and advanced cycling dynamics while the single-sensing Vector 3S reports cadence and total power.
The Vector 3/3S features a sleek new design providing cyclists with greater cornering clearance and improved stack height for smarter ergonomics, while LED lights on the pedals display important setup and maintenance information. The Vector 3/3S is a direct-measurement power meter – the sensors are housed in the pedals – so it delivers reliable, accurate data1 on every training session.
“As cyclists aim to beat their personal best on their next race or Gran Fondo, the affordable and innovative Vector 3/3S will help them ride farther, stronger and more often,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of worldwide sales. “By redesigning the pedal and eliminating the pod, cyclists have the ability to quickly transfer from bike to bike and still receive advanced performance data that takes their training to the next level.”
With the Vector 3 dual-sensing pedal-based power meter, cyclists have the ability to see right and left leg power independently. Measuring cadence, total power, left-right balance and advanced cycling dynamics, the Vector 3 shows cyclists how and where they are producing power and helps them tailor their training around their specific strengths and weaknesses to improve their form. The Vector 3 tracks Seating/Standing Position to determine when and how long cyclists are in each so they can gauge position effectiveness, while Power Phases show how riders are currently producing power with every pedal stroke, and Platform Center Offset helps determine where power is applied on the pedal, ensuring proper cleat position.
Vector 3, UNITED STATES
Vector 3, UNITED STATES
The affordable, single-sensing Vector 3S uses the forces detected on the left pedal to measure cadence and approximate total power, and can easily be upgraded later to the dual-sensing system.
The Vector 3/3S fully integrates with the Garmin cycling ecosystem, including the Varia™ Rearview Radar, Varia UT800 Smart Headlight and the new Edge® 1030. ANT+ ® technology not only lets cyclists receive structured indoor training by pairing their Vector 3/3S with power-based training systems like TrainerRoad, Zwift and more, but they will also gain access to compatible 3rd party training platforms including Strava and TrainingPeaks™. Meanwhile, Bluetooth® technology allows post-ride analysis, data sharing, mapping, route planning and more to be integrated into training through Garmin Connect™ – an online community where people can connect and compete by joining challenges, encourage each other’s successes and share their triumphs via social media.
Vector 3, UNITED STATES
The Vector 3/3S features up to 120 hours of battery life. The Vector 3 has a suggested retail price of £849.99/€999.99 and £499.99/€599.99 for the Vector 3S. The optional Vector 3S upgrade pedal has a suggested retail price of £399.99/ €499.99.
The ever-expanding Garmin fitness segment develops technologies to enhance and promote healthy and active lifestyles. Whether users are runners, cyclists, swimmers, multi-sport athletes, or simply looking to stay active throughout the day, there is a product that can help them reach their health and fitness goals.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation.
Follow the conversation online at: garmin.com/newsroom, facebook.com/garminUK, twitter.com/garminUK, or youtube.com/garminUK.
Garmin today announced the Edge 1030, a high-end cycling computer that combines enhanced navigation, performance and cycling awareness into a lightweight design.
Using billions of miles of ride data from Garmin Connect, new Trendline popularity routing provides cyclists with the best on and off-road routes possible, allowing them to ride with greater confidence. Whether hitting the trails or streets, cyclists will benefit from the Edge 1030’s preloaded Garmin Cycle Maps that feature turn-by-turn directions for all terrains, and alerts to sharp curves ahead.
Ideal for riding no matter the weather conditions, the Edge 1030 features a 3.5-inch high-resolution, capacitive touch panel display that is quick and responsive – even when wet or used with gloves. Ambient light sensors automatically adjust the screen’s brightness making important key training metrics and advanced performance monitoring tools easier than ever to view day or night.
“Whether a competitor, commuter or adventure-seeker, we’ve found a better ride for all cyclists with the newest addition from Garmin – the Edge 1030,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “This innovative GPS cycling computer is compatible with our suite of cycling products, including the new Vector™ 3 and 3S power meter, as well as our Varia™ cycling awareness products like the Varia Rearview Radar and the Varia UT800 Smart Headlight. This means cyclists can now ride faster, farther and more often thanks to the most advanced, intuitive and motivating ride data to date.”
Enhancements in navigation and course planning on the Edge 1030 were made with the cyclist in mind. New Trendline popularity routing uses billions of miles of ride data from Garmin Connect to provide riders with the best road, mountain or gravel routes that are aggregated from those most traveled by fellow cyclists. Using the improved and revamped Course Creator in Garmin Connect allows cyclists to generate even more bike-friendly routes based on popularity data.
Preloaded on the Edge 1030, the Garmin Cycle Map includes turn-by-turn navigation and new alerts that notify riders of sharp curves ahead. While riding, cyclists will receive elevation information, see points of interest and be able to search for addresses – all right on their screen. By inputting a distance and starting direction, the Edge 1030 will give riders up to three round-trip routes to choose from and will guide cyclists back to the route if they stray away. Built-in GPS, GLONASS and altimeter sensor capabilities also provide accurate ride data so cyclists know how far, fast and high they ride.
While out for a ride, the Edge 1030’s smart connectivity features mean cyclists won’t have to reach for their phone. New rider-to-rider messaging lets cyclists send prewritten messages directly from their Edge 1030 to other riders using the Edge 1030. Cyclists can also view and respond to missed calls or texts with prewritten replies. Built-in incident detection will automatically send a cyclist’s location to emergency contacts if they run into trouble, while GroupTrack and LiveTrack let friends, family and other cyclists keep track of a rider’s location in real time.
The Edge 1030 comes with the latest version of Strava Live Segments, featuring more competition and better segments. Cyclists who upgrade to Strava Premium will gain access to everything from real-time races against their personal best, to the most popular nearby segments. Cyclists can star their favorite Strava segments, and while riding, will receive an upcoming segment alert as they approach a start. Riders will then receive second-by-second, real-time comparisons of their performance against their most relevant competitor and will race against their actual speeds – not just their average. The new Segment Explore feature lets riders view popular and marquee segments around them directly on their Edge. Preloaded with the new Strava Routes Connect IQ app, starred routes can now be wirelessly synced to the Edge 1030 so cyclists can navigate and compete on their favorite Strava segments at the same time.
Installed on the Edge 1030, the new TrainingPeaks Connect IQ app puts daily workouts right on the Edge device. It guides cyclists through a workout in real time – complete with intensity targets and interval durations. After a workout, syncing to TrainingPeaks will provide cyclists with a detailed analysis of their ride, as well as the ability to measure progress toward their goals.
Edge 820 Bundle, UNITED STATES
Linking the Best Bike Split Race Sync app with an Edge 1030 means cyclists will have all their current race plans available at their fingertips. Best Bike Split allows riders to see how changes in weight, power and drag affect their goal race time, while helping to create the perfect power plan for race day.
The Edge 1030 works with the new flush mount, keeping the device in line with the handlebars – not above them – giving it a lower profile. Featuring up to 20 hours of battery life, the Edge 1030 is compatible with the new Garmin Charge™ integrated battery pack accessory for in-ride charging and power, giving riders an additional 40 hours to finish even on the longest of rides. The Edge 1030 has a suggested retail price of £499.99/€599. A bundle option, which includes a premium heart rate monitor as well as cadence and speed sensors, has a suggested retail price of £549.99/€679
The ever-expanding Garmin fitness segment develops technologies to enhance and promote healthy and active lifestyles. Whether users are runners, cyclists, swimmers, multi-sport athletes, or simply looking to stay active throughout the day, there is a product that can help them reach their health and fitness goals.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation.
Follow the conversation online at: garmin.com/newsroom, facebook.com/garminUK, twitter.com/garminUK, or youtube.com/garminUK.
The Lomo’Instant Square is the very first analogue instant camera to produce Instax square pictures. It features a 95mm glass lens for super sharp photos and an advanced automatic mode that makes sure every shot is perfectly exposed. It also has a remote control shutter release for groups shots and creative shooting. We are launching a 24 hour Kickstarter deal called the Kickoff Special pledge packages! These packages contain the Lomo’Instant Square at the lowest possible price, but they’re only available for the first 24 hours of the campaign.
The Lomo’Instant Square features a compact foldable design, constructed with bellows, as a tribute to classic models that defined the golden era of instant photography. It comes in five gorgeous editions to suit every style: a sleek black edition, a crisp white edition, an elegant brown leather edition, a stylish red leather edition, and a colorful eye-catching edition exclusive to Kickstarter backers. It’s the sum of everything Lomography has learned through years developing instant cameras, and close interaction with the Lomography Community, who are an eternal source of inspiration; constantly daring further into photographical exploration. Add to that a good dose of madness. The Lomo’Instant Square is born…
The Lomo’Instant Square is the response to consistent, popular demand from analogue lovers worldwide, hungry to try out the square format. It´s an invitation; a dare to take your life and tint it, frame it, share it, shake it, scream it — yodel like no one’s listening — upside down, loud and clear. It embraces core Lomography values: photography is not a complex, contrived process; but emerges as a living, breathing document and is simultaneously an integral part of a situation.
There are no bad or less important photos: photography is a celebration of life and all the little moments that make the world spin. The Lomo’Instant Square has launched on Kickstarter. It will retail at prices starting from 199 USD, but Kickstarter backers will save up to 35% on the planned retail price, and can scoop up all sorts of extra prezzies. Make sure you don’t miss out on the Kickoff Special pledge packages! These packages contain the Lomo’Instant Square at the lowest possible price, but they’re only available for the first 24 hours of the campaign. There will be plenty of other fantastic deals available until Lomography’s latest Kickstarter campaign ends
on 29 September 2017, though! Be there and be square!
Lomography is a globally-active organization dedicated to analogue, experimental and creative photography. With millions of followers and friends across the world, the concept of Lomography encompasses an interactive, vivid and sometimes even blurred and crazy way of life. Through our constantly expanding collection of innovative cameras, instant products, films, lenses & photographic accessories, we promote photography as an inventive approach to communicate, absorb and capture the world.
Coding is a thing these days and has been some years now,With kids learning at an earlier age that you could think its no wonder there is now toys available to tap into this talent. Cubetto is a freindly wooden robot designed for kids 3 and over to get involved in coding and its also a learning curve for those who want to get their kids invovled.. NOTE this requires 6X AA Batteries.. Not included.
Cubetto
Made of tactile and hard-wearing wood he’s your child’s guide into the world of coding. Screenless, friendly and ready to play.
Coding Blocks
A coding language you can touch and manipulate like LEGO®. Each block is an action. Combine them to create programs.
Forward Left Right Function Backward Negation Random
Control Board
Place the blocks on the board to tell Cubetto where to go. Hit the blue button and Cubetto executes your very first program.
Maps and Books
Expand play time with world maps, educational story book and challenges that take your child on epic coding adventures.
