Category: Tech News

Are The Money Management Technologies The Future Of Fintech?

Budgeting and money management have never been more important than in the wake of the Coronavirus outbreak. However, there are many who believe that fintech and other related technologies have nothing to do with managing your money, and they could not be more mistaken.

Fintech has made it possible for consumers to better manage their finances by giving them more control over how their money is spent. Managing your money used to be as simple as having a good connection with your local bank and talking to a financial advisor who put your money in stocks, mutual funds, and bonds. While conventional techniques of money management are still useful, technology now provides many more possibilities for you to take control of your finances and become debt-free.

Apps and software applications seem to exist for just about everything these days, including keeping track of your finances. Fintech’s future may lie in money management tools, which may help you better manage your finances with the aid of technology.

How Fintech Helps People To Manage Their Budget

A wide range of applications is available to help you create a budget based on the money you earn and spend each month. Additionally, some applications can classify and monitor transactions, allowing you to know precisely how much money you spend each month in different categories. Do you ever forget to make a payment on a certain bill? Is it important for you to know how much money you have in each of your accounts on a frequent basis? You can look for apps like Pam and Mamm and find which one of these –  Pam vs Mamm allows you to set up better custom reminders, such as an alarm to remind you to pay your bills or service to make payments you would otherwise miss. In addition to direct deposit, did you know that the mobile app also allows for the sending of payments, requesting refunds, and viewing of transaction history? Additionally, you may discover applications with calculators to assist you in making investing choices, calculating your net worth, estimating your insurance requirements, and more.

To assist you save money, several applications do searches for the greatest local bargains and estimate the cost of traveling from point A to point B. Search for an application that will help you save money if you want to reduce your expenditure. The cost of food at one shop against another may be compared using apps, and you can use them to get the best gas deals in your region. The additional money you save as a result of being a smart shopper may then be used towards a long-term objective, such as retirement.

You may be able to locate other money-related applications if you look around. You should be aware of the possibility of being hacked despite the fact that many applications and services offer protection.

Please use caution when disclosing personal information such as your bank account number, earnings history, purchase history, or credit card number.

Following a budget is an excellent method to keep track of your spending, no matter who you are. It’s critical for seniors on a limited income, but anybody may benefit from tracking their monthly spending and learning how to be more frugal with their money. Making a budget may help you save more money, save you from falling into debt, and allow you to do things like go on vacation that you would not have been able to do.

Future Of Fintech

Technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and cloud computing are changing the way customers engage with the businesses they buy from and the way they manage their money. Despite the fact that established participants in the financial services sector may see FinTech as a disruptor, individuals that embrace technological innovation are reshaping the business from the outside in and prospering where traditional firms failed. To make money management simpler and more effective, FinTech businesses are currently driving the market by developing an array of innovative financial products and services.

It’s now easier and less expensive to get money from a bank since obtaining money via loans and mortgages has become less opaque and more accessible thanks to new methods like crowdfunding and peer-to-peer lending. New, non-traditional ways of distributing money have enabled investors to prosper while offering individuals who may not qualify for a conventional loan the money they need via resources access to the money they need.

Financial markets, which were originally developed in a pre-digital era, are undergoing significant upheaval and innovation. Algorithmic or automated trading is now possible on stock markets thanks to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. In order to anticipate probable future occurrences, prediction markets use aggregate data from connections and network intelligence. Individuals now have access to trading tools that were previously exclusively accessible to institutional investors.

As a result of FinTech, financial service providers are able to expand into new markets, while customers in underserved regions now have access to services that were previously out of reach thanks to mobile devices. For FinTech firms, reaching underserved customers in Asia and the Southern Hemisphere opens up hitherto untapped market opportunities.

Wisetek launches new e-commerce business for refurbished IT equipment

Wisetek, a global leader in advanced IT asset disposition, data destruction, technology reuse and manufacturing services, has launched a new e-commerce business, Wisetek Store. The Wisetek Store website will enable consumers to shop online for high quality refurbished IT equipment and new accessories including laptops, phones, tablets, keyboards, and range of other hardware options.

The Wisetek Store site was launched to give consumers a channel to buy high quality refurbished equipment from a recognised vendor specialising in technology reuse, without having to pay premium prices for brand new items.

Every item listed on Wisetek Store undergoes a rigorous assessment process to determine its suitability, during which the hardware is thoroughly tested. Any existing data on the device is wiped, and the equipment is refurbished as necessary before it is certified to be listed and sold on the site.

To mark the new e-commerce business, Wisetek has teamed up with treesontheland.com to plant one tree for every order that is placed on Wisetek Store.

Sean Sheehan, CEO of Wisetek said “The launch of the Wisetek Store is an exciting development for Wisetek. This new brand will be focused on the sale of IT equipment to consumers. Wisetek has traditionally focused on the business-to-business market, and this new venture is an indication of the rapid pace we have experienced in the growth of the company. We are continually exploring new ideas and markets while maintaining the high quality of service our customers are used to.”

The new site also serves as a further demonstration of Wisetek’s core value of sustainability, as it promotes the use of refurbished items, an environmentally friendly alternative to manufacturing new equipment.

Wisetek has grown exponentially since it was established in Cork by Sean Sheehan in 2007, and has expanded its international footprint to include facilities throughout Ireland, the UK, the USA, the Middle East and Thailand.

Wisetek Store can be accessed at www.wisetekstore.com

ITSKINS has unveiled its special offers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are only weeks away! ITSKINS has unveiled its special offers around the holidays, giving customers the opportunity to start shopping early and save big ahead of holiday festivities. In addition to Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers, ITSKINS has unveiled a “shop early sale” offer, on November 5th available and on the entire website: https://eu.itskins.com/.

BLACK FRIDAY AND CYBER MONDAY SALES

From Friday, November 26th to Tuesday, November 30th, customers can shop for an assortment of giftable phone cases for any occasion throughout the holiday season. When buying a phone case, customers can also get a second FREE by entering the code THANKS at checkout. This offer applies to phone cases only during the entire weekend.

SHOP EARLY SALE

ITSKINS has also announced an early sale offer with 25% off discount promotion active from Thursday, November 5 to Saturday, November 6th, on the entire website. Thanks to this brand-new offer, customers will be able to anticipate celebrations gifts from the beginning of November and avoid any stress. Enter code EARLY01 at checkout to take advantage of this offer.

Urbanista Appoints Sofia Montwill As New Global Creative Director

Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, announces that Sofia Montwill, a Stockholm-based creative, has recently joined their team as Creative Director. With a 360 degree mindset, an eye for aesthetics and a hands-on approach, Sofia is a strong asset to the Urbanista team and brings experience from global lifestyle brands in leading creative direction. 

Sofia joins Urbanista, after having spent the past two years in the role as Global Creative Director at Daniel Wellington, a Stockholm based watches and accessory brand with global presence. She started working at Daniel Wellington in 2019, and then in the role as Global Art Director creating campaigns with globally recognised brand ambassadors, such as Hailey Bieber.

Prior to this, Sofia has been working as Art Director for two Swedish fashion and accessory brands, Hunkydory and Efva Attling. All the brands that Sofia has worked for are all known for their timeless and clean Scandinavian design, high quality product, and similar to Urbanista, take a lot of inspiration from music.

In these roles, Sofia has been in charge of the brand’s visual identity and marketing material, with a large focus on creating a coherent brand voice on all touchpoints for the customer. In the early years of her career, she worked in advertising agencies, creating campaigns for some of Scandinavia’s largest companies, such as Telenor, SEB and Folksam.

Sofia was educated at the award-winning Berghs School of Communication, where she graduated with her bachelor in 2008, as the youngest in her class, and with an honorary diploma in hand.

Anders Andreen, CEO at Urbanista comments: “At Urbanista, we are passionate about creating a lifestyle brand with strong visual campaigns, both physically and digitally. Sofia joins us with extensive experience in creating and developing creative concepts, and leading design and art direction for consumer products and marketing communications at a global scale. We are excited to welcome Sofia to the Urbanista team and look forward to working on projects together in the future.”

As new Creative Director of Urbanista, Sofia is responsible for leading, influencing and mentoring creative concepts and art direction for all design, marketing and branding projects and initiatives at Urbanista. Sofia Montwill, Creative Director at Urbanista, comments: “I am inspired by traveling, discovering different cities and getting to know new places by experiencing their music, fashion and culture. So to join Urbanista, a lifestyle audio brand that lives and breathes the same values as I do made complete sense. It’s exciting to dive into a new industry, combining my previous experience from fashion and accessories with tech and audio and to be on the journey of developing our products and future brand communication.”

Virgin Media Business Team Up with Dublin Cycling Buddy App to promote Sustainable Commuting

To promote a healthier and more sustainable way of getting around Dublin, Virgin Media Business has teamed up with Smart Dublin and their Dublin Cycling Buddy app to launch the ‘Virgin Media Business Cycling Challenge’ and give users of the app the opportunity to win some fantastic prizes throughout the month-long competition.

The challenge, which asks participants to record at least one cycle trip on the app between the 26th of October, and the 21st of November, will result in spot prizes including cycling accessories such as Lazer Compact Helmets, Grip Grab Knitted Waterproof Gloves, Bookman Curve Lights – Front and U lock Kryptonite Keeper – Sold Secure Bronze.

There will also be a grand prize of a Tern Link C8 Folding Bike for one lucky winner to be chosen at the end of the month-long campaign, with €250 vouchers for Rothar bike shop for the second and third place winners as well.

Alison Gilliland, Lord Mayor of Dublin said: “I’m delighted to see the continued growth of the Dublin Cycling Buddy app since its summer launch! This Dublin City Council Smart Dublin challenge with Virgin Media Business will help introduce it to a whole new group of current and soon to be cyclists, particularly those returning to offices, schools, and campuses.”

Aidan D’Arcy, Director of Business at Virgin Media Ireland said: “Virgin Media Business is an advocate for cleaner and more sustainable ways for people to get around and partnering with Smart Dublin and their Dublin Cycling Buddy app reinforces our commitment to promoting healthier and more environmentally friendly modes of transport, as many of us start returning to our places of work and education.

“I’m so excited to see more and more people take up cycling and using the new Dublin Cycling Buddy App and, with great prizes to be won as part of the Virgin Media Business Cycling Challenge, there’s never been a better time to start cycling.”

Deirdre Kelly, Cycling Officer, Dublin City Council said: “This Virgin Media Cycle Challenge and Dublin Cycling Buddy app really complement our efforts to promote cycling and active travel in Dublin. The app is very helpful for new cyclists looking at bike-friendly routes, which is even more important now as people physically return to offices, campuses, and other indoor environments.”

The cycling community in Dublin has grown significantly during and throughout the COVID-19 restrictions. When compared to using a private vehicle, cycling contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, noise pollution and the improvement of air quality.

Jan Nykl, Product Lead, Dublin Cycling Buddy app said: “The support of Virgin Media in this challenge would be great in promoting our bike-friendly routing functionality for Dublin residents. Especially those thinking of cycling for the first time. It could be the first step in nudging others to adopt the bicycle in their daily commutes.”

The Dublin Cycling Buddy app, which was launched by Smart Dublin earlier this year, was created to help Dublin residents and visitors to safely and efficiently plan a cycling route. Thanks to the community feedback aspect and use of artificial intelligence, the recommended routes in the app should have reduced vehicle traffic, greater number of segregated cycle lanes and better road surface quality.

Mary Rose Burke, CEO, Dublin Chamber of Commerce said: “We’re delighted that active travel is being encouraged in this challenge for both climate action and health reasons. Workers returning to the office will be able to take full advantage of Dublin Cycling Buddy to find more convenient routes to take.”

The community feedback reports also help other users in real time, giving them updates along their routes about potential hazards and things to be aware of.

The app allows users to collect virtual badges for carrying out specific tasks as well as participate in larger community-based challenges, including the new Virgin Media Business Cycling Challenge.

This particular challenge was set up to highlight the ongoing lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, meaning many more Dublin residents will once again be able to commute to their colleges, workplaces, and other places of interest over the coming weeks and months.

The Virgin Media Business Challenge seeks to encourage people to choose cycling as their mode of transportation. Coupled with Dublin Cycling Buddy’s routing function to find more conducive routes, the challenge hopes to engage not only current cyclists, but also, non-cyclists considering using the bike for the first time.

To learn more about how you can participate in this challenge and the Dublin Cycling Buddy app, please visit: https://smartdocklands.ie/virginmediacycle/

Sport Ireland packs winning punches with SAS

Ireland’s elite boxing team based at the Sport Ireland Institute is looking to build on its Olympic success in Tokyo at the AIBA World Championships which have just got underway. To do this, it will again be using data analytics provided by SAS to drive innovative coaching techniques. The software provides coaches with deeper insight to help boxers achieve their full potential and also identifies potential flaws in opponents.

Following the success of in-competition analytics used by the Irish Swimming Team, Sport Ireland Institute  introduced the technology to the boxing ring.  Both sports are challenging to track and extrapolate data, to give coaches deeper understanding of how to adapt training methods and even deliver insight during competition. SAS Visual Analytics collects data from video feeds to facilitate analysis and performance enhancement in almost real time.

Alan Swanton, Lead Performance Analyst at the Sport Ireland Institute has directly seen the advantage of data analytics adoption in sport. Alan said: “Success in combat sport has been largely based on the subjective views of the coach and athlete. SAS Visual Analytics helps to assess the effectiveness of an athlete’s tactical plan, which can provide coaches with an added level of confidence as they advise boxers on the best strategy to take in their next fight.”

Live data can be gathered during competitive events, allowing coaches to track techniques and positions such as punches landed and conceded, the stance held for landed punches, the type of punch and other variables. These are then used to help assess the effectiveness of the athletes’ tactical plan. The technology is also able to compare a boxer’s performance against the different styles of their opponents.

Speaking about the partnership Scott Comber, Senior Director of Consulting and Professional Services, SAS UK & Ireland, said: “Applying analytics across high-performance sport is quite literally a gamechanger, with limitless potential to help athletes and teams get more value from data and bring improvements to training and performance at every level. Visual analytics presents a fantastic opportunity to drive innovation in boxing that helps athletes and their coaches adapt training methods and inform tactics between competitive bouts. We’re delighted to work with Sport Ireland to expand the capability of performance analysis for boxing and to play a part in giving athletes every possible chance of success in elite competition.”

Zaur Antia, Head Coach of the Irish Olympic boxing team, said: “This tool gives us insight into the tactics used by upcoming opponents.  When we analyse their previous bouts we get a better understanding of how they change their tactics against different styles and types of opponents.  This information is a critical element in how we prepare effectively for upcoming bouts in competition.”

Performance analytics are ultimately created with the athlete in mind. The technology cannot replace the hard work of coaches or athletes, but boxers can rest assured that their coaches have the key insights it takes to push them towards personal success.

Kellie Harrington, Olympic Champion at the Tokyo Olympics in the 60Kg weight category, said of her coaches: “They spend hours reviewing video and analysis in the days ahead of upcoming contests, using bout analysis created by the analyst to assist their decisions and development of the tactical plan.  This gives me confidence, knowing that coaches are prepared; then l feel fully ready to execute the game plan which they have put together for me.” 

In addition to providing top-level analysis of a boxer’s performance during competitive events, Sport Ireland Institute is also using SAS Visual Analytics to dive deeper into an athlete’s performance – valuable data that coaches use during post-match analyses and to compare Irish athletes against other world-class performers.

Find out more about Sport Ireland Institute’s use of analytics in boxing.

Vonmählen launches High Six – The World’s most compact key chain charging cable for power on the go anywhere #Kickstarter

German based lifestyle tech accessory designer Vonmählen, known for its wildly successful crowdfunding campaign, High Five, the 5 in 1 charging cable for the key ring, which raised over €125,000 from 5,491 backers is today thrilled to announce the its successor, the High Six.  The most compact six-in-one charging cable for the key chain with an integrated bottle opener, the High Six is available in black, all black, silver, and rose gold now on Kickstarter for 30 days until November 25th 2021 with early bird pricing starting at €19 for the first 48 hours (approx $23/£17). Shipping will take place in January 2022.

High Six is the second generation of High Five, solving problems found in High Five after long-term use, including losing the USB-A adapter cap and modernizing to a USB-C to USB-C cable from a micro-USB to USB-C, and is equipped with power delivery up to 60 watts and data transfer.

High Six consists of a USB-C to USB-C cable, a USB- A adapter, and 2in1 micro USB/ lightning adapter, which all fit comfortably into its sleek metal casing with an integrated bottle opener so users can always ensure they are charged and never thirsty! Additionally, the cable on the High Six has two strong magnets that tightly holds it together whilst functioning as a place to put the adapters when using the other connectors.

The High Six is also more compact and lighter than its predecessor, weighing in at only 16.5 grams with dimensions of 12 x 16.5 x 61 mm. The charging cable is packed with the current technical standards and functionality, all the while becoming an elegant multi-purpose key chain accessory.

Vonmählen CEO, Julian Thormählen, commented ‘We really appreciate the valuable feedback we received from our Backers after the first campaign. We were able to apply the feedback when designing High Six, which has resulted in an even stronger, more user-friendly product. Our aspiration has always been to create functional products with innovative features and aesthetic design, resulting in the best user experience.’

The High Six is available black, silver and rose gold now on Kickstarter now on a 30 day campaign until November 25th 2021 with early bird pricing starting at €19 for the first 48 hours (approx $23/£17).

‘Early bird perk’ pricing (First 48 hours)

The single: 19€

The double: 37€

The triple: 52€

Perk pricing

The single: 21€

The double: 39€

The triple: 54€

Shipping is expected in January 2022

Key facts at a glance

  • Data and charging cable with fast charging capabilities (up to 60 watts) for your keychain.
  • USB-C to USB-C connector
  • Includes additional connectors for USB-A, micro-USB and Lightning
  • Stainless steel case doubles as a bottle opener
  • Data transfer rate of 480 Mbit/s
  • Compact size of 12 x 16.5 x 61 mm
  • Weight: 16.5 grams
  • Available in three different colors: Black, rose gold and silver

 

Charging speeds

  • USB – C to USB – C = PD 60W 3A
  • USB – C to Micro – USB = 2.4A
  • USB – C to Lightning = 2.4A
  • USB – A to USB – C = PD 60W 3A
  • USB – A to Micro – USB = 2.4

HELP OUT THE GUYS HERE 

Anker Announces MagGo line-up, Six New Magnetic Charging Products and Accessories

Anker, a global leader in advanced charging technology, today announced its MagGo line-up, a new and stylish series of magnetic charging accessories that combine advanced wireless power with beautiful colors and contemporary designs.

“With the new MagGo lineup, Anker is making a major move into magnetic charging products and accessories,” said Steven Yang, CEO of Anker Innovations. “With each of our six new products you will see a stronger focus on color, material choices and industrial design. This is the future of Anker, giving consumers products that combine the world’s most advanced charging technology with designs that complement the consumer’s unique style.”

THE MAGGO PRODUCT LINEUP

 

  • Anker 622 Magnetic Battery (MagGo) with built-in stand:A new magnetic power bank that transforms into a phone stand by simply flipping its built-in foldable kickstand – allowing users to stand any MagSafe®-compatible iPhone®horizontally or vertically. With its 5,000mAh of power, it can extend the battery life of the iPhone 12 or 13 by up to 17 hours at a maximum charging speed of 7.5W.

○      Available Colors: Misty Blue, Interstellar Gray, Dolomite White, Lilac Purple, Buds Green

 

 

  • Anker 623 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo): A cool, can-shaped phone stand with an adjustable charging platform: This wireless charger features a phone-charging platform on top which can be flipped up to a maximum range of 60° and is able to magnetically hold and charge iPhones horizontally or vertically at up to 7.5W. Underneath the charging platform lies a second wireless charger with an output power of 5W, perfect for earbuds compatible with wireless charging.

○      Available Colors: Misty Blue, Interstellar Gray, Dolomite White, Lilac Purple

  • Anker 633 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo): An elegant 2-in-1 charging stand with removable magnetic battery: The 633 is the all-purpose charging solution featuring a 2-in-1 design that acts as a wireless charging stand and comes with a slide out 5,000mAh portable charger for juicing the iPhone on-the-go. Additionally, the base of the stand also packs a second wireless charger optimized to charge any compatible pair of earbuds.

○      Available Colors: Misty Blue, Interstellar Gray, Dolomite White

Available in December

  • Anker 637 Magnetic Charging Station (MagGo): The uniquely designed charging station for your desk: This charging station features a built-in magnetic charging pad, two USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, and three AC outlets – a perfect combination to keep all desktop devices powered-up at all times. Provides a minimalistic look for the desk.

○      Available Colors: Misty Blue, Interstellar Gray, Dolomite White

  • Anker 610 Magnetic Phone Grip (MagGo):A fun, stylish and removable finger grip and stand: This colorful lightweight ring holder attaches to the back of the iPhone 12/13 with a strong magnetic grip that ensures it sticks tightly. It’s strong enough to hold up to 28 oz (800 g) or the equivalent weight of four iPhone 12s.

○      Available Colors: Misty Blue, Interstellar Gray, Dolomite White, Lilac Purple

 

  • Anker 613 Magnetic Wireless Charger (MagGo):Brings the convenience of wireless charging to the car: The Anker 613 charger sits on the car’s dashboard and packs a powerful magnetic 7.5W max charger with an angle of adjustment of up to 134°. This ensures that all MagSafe-compatible iPhones will stay in place. It also features two fast-charging USB ports and an always-on glow surface that allows users to effortlessly locate the exact charging spots.

○      Available Colors: Interstellar Gray

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT NAME TECH SPECS PRICE AVAILABILITY
Anker 622 Magnetic Battery Capacity: 5,000 mAh

Wireless Output: 7.5W Max

USB-C Output: 5V⎓2.4A

USB-C Input: 5V⎓2.4A

Dimensions:

4.13 x 2.62 x 0.50 in

 US: $59.99

 

UK: £49.99

 

DE: €59.99

 US: October 25, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/a1611

 

UK & DE: November-December, 2021
Anker 623 Magnetic Wireless Charger Wireless Output: 

-7.5W max (Magnetic Charging Surface)

-5W max (TWS Charging Surface)

Input: 

9V ⎓ 3A / 12V ⎓ 2A / 15V⎓2A

Dimensions: 

2.49 × 2.49 × 3.14 in

 US: $79.99

 

 

UK: £59.99

 

DE: €69.99

 

 US, UK, DE: October 25, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/a2568

 

https://uk.anker.com/products/a2568

 

https://de.anker.com/products/a2568
Anker 637 Magnetic Charging Station

(Only available in the US & Japan)

 

 AC Input: 125VAC 60Hz 10A

AC Output: 125VAC 60Hz 10A 1250W

USB-A Output: 5V ⎓ 2.4A (2.4A Max Each Port)

USB-C Output: 

5V ⎓ 3A / 9V ⎓ 3A / 12V ⎓ 3A/15V ⎓ 3A / 20V ⎓ 3.25A

Total USB Output: 65W

Wireless Output: 7.5W Max

 US：$99.99 US: October 25, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/a9137

 
Anker 613 Magnetic Wireless Charger

 

 Output: 7.5W Max

Input: 5V = 2A / 9V = 2A

 US: $69.99

 

 

UK: £59.99

 

DE: €69.99

 US, UK, DE: October 25, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/b2930

 

https://uk.anker.com/products/b2930

 

https://de.anker.com/products/b2930
Anker 610 Magnetic Phone Grip

 

 Magnetic ring holder

Able to hold up to 28 oz (800 g)

 

 

 US: $15.99

 

 

UK: £14.99

 

DE: €15.99

 US, UK, DE: October 25, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/a25a0

 

https://uk.anker.com/products/a25a0

 

https://de.anker.com/products/a25a0
Anker 633 Magnetic Wireless Charger 

 

 

 

 Detachable Portable Charger

Capacity: 5,000 mAh

Wireless Output: 7.5W Max

USB-C Output: 12W Max

USB-C Input: 5V = 2.4A / 9V = 2A

Pogo Pin Input : 9V = 2.8A

 

Charging Base

Wireless Output: 5W Max

Pogo Pin Output: 21W Max

USB-C Input: 9V = 2.8A

 US: $119.99

 

 

UK: £89.99

 

DE: €109.99

 

 

 US, UK, DE: Early December, 2021

https://us.anker.com/products/a25a7

 

https://uk.anker.com/products/a25a7

 

https://de.anker.com/products/a25a7

 

PlayShifu is turning screen time into family time, launching the first ever Phygital board game

Leading early learning toy brand, PlayShifu, has launched the first-ever phygital board games that help merge essential skills with playtime. Built on innovative touch technology and AI, Tacto by PlayShifu turns your tablet into an interactive game to play with real figurines that drive the gameplay on screen.
Whether to further your child’s learning during playtime or upgrade family game nights, innovative phygital toys are the new norm. And Tacto by PlayShifu is a must-have!
Children can master the basics of coding with Tacto Coding and learn all about dinosaurs with Tacto Dino. They can explore the science of light with Tacto Laser and learn to play Chess the easiest way with Tacto Chess. They can play all-time favourite board games like Ludo, Checkers or Naughts & Crosses with a storytelling twist on Tacto Classics. There’s something for everyone on Tacto. Children as young as four can learn essential foundational and S.T.E.A.M. skills whilst enjoying their favourite games.
Tacto is the third flagship line from PlayShifu – the pioneers behind Orboot and Plugo – with all products focusing on building a full spectrum of foundation skills — S.T.E.M., S.T.E.A.M., and beyond — through fun interactive gameplay.

Available to purchase in the Tacto game sets are:
  • Tacto Classics: Add a fun twist of storytelling to all-time favourite board games. Outwit friends and family in brain-teasing strategy games and develop planning skills and foundational maths along the way.
  • Tacto Chess: Traditional chess figurines meet modern characters in digital gameplay. Learn to play the ultimate strategy game through a unique AI-driven learning mode or battle it out in story-based settings with family or friends.
  • Tacto Laser: Explore the science of light with thrilling story-based games. Reflect the light or split it into seven colours to overcome obstacles and develop problem-solving skills.
  • Tacto Coding: Programme your way through each level with story-based gameplay. Use visual cues to code as a beginner, or use Scratch if you’re familiar with the basics.
  • Tacto Dino: With interactive games and activities, this game set takes children back in time to the prehistoric world and brings alive their favourite dinosaurs.
“Screen time is a worry for every parent, and knowing how much is too much is always difficult. We want to help parents by making screen time a positive learning experience and hands-on. It’s such a great opportunity for kids to learn in an environment that is engaging for them and lets parents be involved as much as they want to.” said co-founder and CEO Vivek Goyal.
“We are thrilled to introduce our Tacto line and continue to help foster foundational skills in children around the world,” added co-founder Dinesh Advani.
Four of the five Tacto game sets—Classics, Laser, Coding, and Chess—will be available on PlayShifu.com, Amazon & Very from 26th October. Tacto Dino will be rolling out in November. Each Tacto set is priced at £49.99 and comes with a unique set of figurines. Tacto also comes with frames that hold the tablet securely. All five gaming sets work with the free Tacto app and have three or more story-based games with hundreds of levels in each.