Category: Tech News

IFA 2025: Ticket sale for private visitors open now!

IFA Berlin, the world’s largest event for home & consumer tech, has officially opened the ticket sale for private visitors for its 2025 edition: ifaberlin.seetickets.com. The event will take place from 5 to 9 September 2025 at Messe Berlin. 

This year’s ticketing model introduces new access times and an adjusted price structure – with a clear focus on comfort, inclusivity and value to enhance the visitor experience across all audience groups. Furthermore, select exhibition halls are under renovation during the event, and the updated entry structure is designed to ensure better crowd management and smoother operations.

New ticketing structure. Same WOW. 

IFA 2025 places greater emphasis on accessibility, comfort, and value. The updated ticketing model reflects how most guests plan their time at the event, while enabling more focused access to exhibits, activations and features.

The opening hours of IFA 2025:

  • Private visitors:
    Friday, 5 September: 12:00–18:00 
    Saturday to Tuesday, 6–9 September: 10:00–18:00

  • Families, school groups & visitors with disabilities:
    Daily, 5–9 September: 10:00–18:00

  • Trade visitors, professionals & media:
    Early entry with access to the Trade Visitor Lounge from 08:00 via “Messe Süd” entrance, exhibition access from 09:30.

These adjustments ensure a safer, more relaxed and comfortable experience during peak times – particularly on Friday mornings, which continue to be reserved for political, media and business delegations as well as for families, school groups and visitors with disabilities. To avoid missed moments, major public programming will start after 12:00 on Friday.

Fair pricing that prioritises experience 

Following the special pricing during IFA’s 2024 centenary, ticket prices have been adjusted for 2025 to reflect a fair balance of access and experience.
Visitors who book in advance online save up to 22%:

  • Adults: €19.50 advance / €25.00 on site
  • Students: €12.00 advance / €14.00 on site 
  • People with disabilities: €12.00 advance / €14.00 on site (free companion ticket)
  • Kids: Free admission for children aged 15 and under
  • School Group: €39.00 (2 teachers + up to 33 students) 
  • Family: €39.00 advanced / €50.00 on site (2 adults + up to 3 children)

Meanwhile, the IFA Sommergarten will once again host concerts and live programming, with separate tickets available for all IFA visitors. Each IFA Sommergarten ticket includes same-day admission to IFA.

Join them in Berlin from 5 to 9 September 2025 – where inspiration, entertainment and next-gen tech come together. More information at ifa-berlin.com.

Research Ireland and Gas Networks Ireland announce collaboration agreement

Research Ireland, Ireland’s competitive research and innovation agency, and Gas Networks Ireland, operator of the national gas network, have today formally launched a new €2.7 million research and innovation challenge to drive pioneering, STEM-led solutions that will support Ireland’s transition to a low carbon energy future.

The ‘Research Ireland – Gas Networks Ireland Innovation Challenge’ invites multidisciplinary research teams to develop breakthrough technologies in renewable gas, energy system integration and artificial intelligence. The challenge fund will support transformative innovations with the potential to decarbonise the national gas network and contribute to climate action targets.

This joint initiative, co-funded by Research Ireland and by Gas Networks Ireland through its Gas Innovation Fund, is a phased funding programme. Successful teams from eligible research bodies in Ireland will be awarded up to €200,000 and will work through a series of phases to develop their idea. An overall prize award of €1 million will be available to the team that demonstrates the highest potential for transformative impact. The prize will enable the winning team to generate high-impact research and accelerate the development of sustainable energy technologies.

The structure of the Programme is based on the Research Ireland Future Innovator Prize Sustainable Development Goals Challenge Programme, and will comprise three phases:

  • Concept (six months’ duration, with successful teams securing up to €50,000)
  • Seed (12 months’ duration, with teams securing up to €150,000), and:
  • Prize (up to 24 months, with teams completing for an overall prize of €1 million).

Welcoming the announcement, Interim CEO at Research Ireland, Celine Fitzgerald, commented:

“We are delighted to be forging a partnership with Gas Networks Ireland on matters of such importance to our country and, indeed, our planet. Both agencies recognise the importance of decarbonisation of Ireland’s gas network. The Research Ireland – Gas Networks Ireland Innovation Challenge 2025 will support research projects that have potential to generate STEM-based solutions for utilisation by the renewable gas industry, giving rise to national impact in the journey to achieve carbon neutrality. 

“We look forward to working in partnership with Gas Networks Ireland, and to seeing the outcomes stemming from our co-funded investment in Ireland’s brightest research talent.”

Commenting on the collaboration agreement, Chief Operations Officer at Gas Networks Ireland, Bobby Gleeson, stated:

“This landmark collaboration aligns with Ireland’s national climate ambitions and our strategy to transition to a net zero gas network by 2045”.

“The Innovation Challenge is a powerful example of how targeted research can support national priorities – from climate action to economic development and will help enable the best minds in Irish research to develop practical, scalable solutions for integrating renewable gases and intelligent technologies into our energy infrastructure. This is a significant investment in the future of Ireland’s energy system – and in the talent that will help shape it.”

The Research Ireland – Gas Networks Ireland Innovation Challenge has two overarching challenge themes to guide the collaborative engagement and research activity under this programme call, namely:

  1. The Energy System Integration Challenge: This seeks to support the development of solutions to accelerate the optimisation and integration of the energy system in Ireland’s transition to a low carbon economy. There are two broad themes under this Challenge: (a) the integration of renewable gases at a local and regional level; and (b) the development of Artificial Intelligence-based solutions for intelligent gas network performance diagnostics.
  2. The Biomethane and Biohydrogen Challenge will seek to support the development of solutions which improve the efficiency, efficacy and commercial viability of (1) biomethane and (2) biohydrogen production, including extraction and utilisation of the byproducts.

The call for applications is now open to eligible research teams across Ireland. Full details are available here: Research Ireland Gas Networks Ireland Innovation Challenge – Research Ireland.

Virgin Media announces new wholesale deal with Digiweb

Virgin Media has announced a new wholesale access deal with Digiweb. The new deal will enable Digiweb to deliver high-speed broadband services to more homes and businesses across the country, using Virgin Media’s state of the art fibre broadband network which delivers Ireland’s fastest broadband speeds.

Virgin Media recently announced a major milestone in its fibre upgrade programme, with over 550,000 fibre homes now constructed, as the company is on target to upgrade 1 million premises to fibre across Ireland by 2026.

Aidan D’Arcy, Vice President of Wholesale at Virgin Media, said: “”We are delighted to welcome Digiweb as our newest wholesale partner. This partnership gives consumers more choice and helps drive Ireland’s digital future forward.”

 Declan Campbell, Managing Director of Digiweb, said: “This partnership with Virgin Media is a fantastic opportunity for us to expand our reach and offer even more Irish homes access to top-tier broadband. Our focus has always been on delivering outstanding service, and by leveraging Virgin Media’s advanced network, we can continue to uphold our commitment to customer satisfaction, which is so important to us and reflected in our exceptional Trustpilot reviews.

SteelSeries launches Arctis Nova 3 Wireless

From the creator of the groundbreaking Arctis Nova line of headsets, SteelSeries, the original esports brand that fuses gaming and culture and worldwide leader in premium gaming headsets, today expands the award-winning Arctics Nova family with the introduction of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets and Arctis App.
As gaming continues to grow in popularity, SteelSeries has been leading the way in delivering industry-leading product and software innovations, solving problems for gamers, and defining a gaming lifestyle. In Q1 of 2025, Newzoo estimates the global gamer population to be around 2.9B players and console gaming is experiencing a resurgence with a projected continued steady growth through 2027. This popularity is being fueled by the anticipation of major titles and new console releases that deliver full immersion into different virtual worlds. Engineered from the ground up, the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets raise the bar for a new level of premium audio with real-time audio control for console gamers.
Next-gen consoles need next-gen audio and the newest member of the award-winning Arctis Nova line of headsets features the powerhouse combo of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset and Arctis App for Real-Time Audio Control with over 200 audio presets, plus Quick Switch Wireless with high-speed 2.4GHz or Bluetooth 5.3, an extraordinary 15-minute Fast Charge for 9 hours of play time, and a lightweight, durable comfortable design – all at $109.99 price point.
Sound matters. The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is perfectly equipped for console gaming on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms.
  • Custom Nova Speaker Drivers – Specially designed powerful Neodymium Magnetic speaker drivers were customized in-house to provide the ultimate gaming audio, with rich bass and a unique custom design for maximum detail. Immerse in the soundscape, taking what’s already awesome to the next level with 360° Spatial Audio. (Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound and more)
  • The Mobile Arctis App – A revolutionary mobile app that allows gamers to control their audio in real-time with over 200+ game-specific audio presets meticulously crafted and custom-tailored to each game by audio engineers, esports pros, and game developers. Gamers can change their audio presets on the fly in real time and without leaving the game, providing a distinct competitive advantage. Hear what others don’t with precisely honed audio profiles for top games like Call of Duty, Fortnite, GTA, and more.
  • Quick-Switch Wireless – Switch instantly between high-speed 2.4GHz gaming wireless for gaming and Bluetooth 5.3 for everything else with the onboard quick-switch button. Mobile connections remain on standby when gaming, so players will receive call notifications, plus separate EQ profiles let gamers save 2.4GHz gaming and BT on-the-go settings independently.
  • Cross-Platform Gaming – Game on any platform, easily swapping the small USB-C dongle between all systems, supporting Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, Meta Quest, handhelds, as well as phones and tablets that support USB-C.
  • 15-Minute Fast Charge = 9-Hour Play Time – Game all day. Optimized USB-C fast charge gives you up to 9 hours of use after just 15 minutes, which is up to 3x more than typical headsets. A standard single charge offers up to 30+ hours in 2.4G / 40+ hours in Bluetooth.
  • ClearCast 2.X Microphone – The new Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series microphone with high bandwidth tech takes voice quality to the next level – 2X the bandwidth, 2X the comms with 32KHz/16bit audio.
 
  • Lightweight | Durable | Comfortable Design – Tough, flexible design with dual-hinged arms for durability, plus removable ear cushions with breathable memory foam for total comfort. The 260g lightweight Nova 3 Wireless Series design features height-adjustable arms, plus a stretchy secondary fabric headband to distribute pressure evenly for all-day comfort. Available in black, white, aqua, and lavender.
The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is available at SteelSeries.com and select retailers around the world for the following MSRP:
  • Arctis Nova 3P/3X Wireless – UK £99.99 | NA $109.99 | EMEA €109.99 | APAC $109.99
  • Arctis App – Free Download on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store

Sky Glass Air, the newest addition to Sky’s TV range

Sky has unveiled Sky Glass Air, the smarter TV for a smarter price. The stylish new TV comes with vibrant 4K picture quality, Dolby Audio, voice control, and Sky built in, all streamed over Wi-Fi, with no dish or box required. Designed to make Sky’s entertainment experience accessible to more households and for those wanting Sky TV in more rooms, Glass Air is available to buy from just €8/month (on 48-month interest free credit-sale agreement) with a Sky TV subscription from €18 a month for 12 months for new customers*, when it goes on sale Tuesday 10th June.
With a Sky Essential TV subscription starting from €18/month for new customers, which includes Sky Atlantic, Netflix, and discovery+, TV fans can enjoy a wide variety of entertainment along with the smart Sky Glass Air TV experience from €26/month.
Sky Glass Air runs on Sky OS, the smart software that powers Sky Glass Gen 2 and Sky Stream, making it a great option for a second TV in the home for existing customers.
4K picture meets Dolby Audio
 With a 4K HDR Quantum Dot screen, Sky Glass Air delivers a vibrant picture packed full of colour. Global dimming and contrast enhancement automatically adjust the display for sharp, true-to-life visuals, combined with a Dolby Audio speaker system for rich sound. The TV intelligently adapts to what’s on screen, bringing out the best in every moment, whether watching the latest series of The Last of Us or a nail-biting Premier League match.
Simple set up and sleek design
Available in three stylish colours – Sea Green, Carbon Grey, and Cotton White – and three sizes, 43”, 55”, and 65”, Air’s sleek design, slim frame and colour-matched remote and stand complement any room. It’s quick and easy to set up, with no tools required, it can simply be lifted onto the stand included in the box. It’s also compatible with universal wall mounts, as well as Sky’s own.
Caroline Donnellan, Marketing & Brand Director of Sky & NOW said, “With the launch of Sky Glass Air, we’re bringing the Sky TV experience to even more households in Ireland. Combining an elegant design, superb picture quality and rich sound from just €8 a month, Sky Glass Air is our smarter TV for a smarter price. It’s about giving our customers their favourite content with greater flexibility, without compromising on the quality our customers expect from Sky.”
Sky OS: The smartest way to watch
Sky OS does the hard work by bringing together entertainment from Sky and all the popular apps in one place, helping TV fans get to what they want to watch, faster.  And it keeps getting smarter, with regular updates and new features added.
With hands-free voice control, simply say “Hello Sky…” to turn on the TV, search for shows or genres from Sky and apps, adjust volume, add to Playlist and much more.
Sky OS learns what viewers like to watch, curating collections of the best entertainment based on viewing habits, so there’s always something new to enjoy. There are now 30 more genre rails on the homepage, which are personalised based on watch history and bring together suggestions of what to watch across Sky content, apps and channels. With collections including Hilarious sitcoms, Thrilling action movies, and Suspenseful crime drama, there’s something for everyone.
With personal Playlists, viewers can save all their favourites from Sky, live TV and apps in one place, ready to watch later. Plus, the Continue Watching rail allows customers to quickly pick up where they left off, whatever channel or app their show is on.
Premium entertainment for less
Sky Glass Air is available from just €8/month for the 43”, €12.50 for the 55” and €15.50 for the 65” on 48-month interest free credit-sale agreement. New customers can combine it with Sky Essential TV (€18/month for 12 months), to enjoy top-rated shows from Sky, Netflix, and discovery+, all on a smart new TV from just €26/month*.
Sky Essential TV offers customers a taste of Sky for an affordable price, with over 70 channels including Sky Atlantic, home to The Last of Us and Sweetpea, plus Netflix smash-hits like Stranger Things and Squid Game, and discovery+ for a wealth of reality shows, documentaries and adventure.
For those who want unlimited entertainment, upgrade to Sky Ultimate TV for an extra €7/month**, unlocking even more channels including Sky Max, Sky Comedy, Sky Documentaries, Sky Crime, Sky History, Sky Showcase, plus many more.
More choice for every home
Sky Glass Air expands the Sky Glass range, giving customers more ways to enjoy Sky’s award-winning entertainment experience in any room. Whether it’s the centrepiece of the living room, a second screen in the bedroom, or a stylish setup for renters, Glass Air offers premium design and performance at an incredibly accessible price.
Air joins the recently launched Sky Glass Gen 2, which offers the ultimate picture and sound experience, with a brighter 4K HDR screen and an enhanced seven-speaker Dolby Atmos® sound system built in, from €16/month.
Together, Sky Glass Air, Sky Glass Gen 2 and Sky Stream create a flexible family of products that work seamlessly together, or standalone, giving customers choice to suit every room and budget.
The new Sky Glass Air will be available to buy at Sky.com/ie, Sky stores and via Sky’s call centres from 10th June. It will also be on sale in Currys stores later in June.

SIRO has announced the rollout of its full fibre network in Sandyford, Dublin.

SIRO, Ireland’s leading 100% fibre broadband network operator, has announced the rollout of its full fibre network in Sandyford, Dublin.

SIRO’s fibre to the premise network will be available to over 2,300 premises – residential and businesses – within the Sandyford area. To date about half of this number of premises can already access SIRO’s network, with the rollout on track to be completed by the end of June. This will deliver future-proofed, reliable and fast broadband to homes and businesses in the area. SIRO’s broadband network provides up to 2 Gigabits for homes and up to 10 Gigabits for business.

SIRO’s rollout represents a large investment in digital infrastructure in Sandyford – one of Dublin’s growing and most vibrant residential and commercial districts.

Sandyford is a thriving commercial centre with more than 1,000 Irish and international companies employing over 6,000 people directly. In parallel, Sandyford’s residential footprint is also growing rapidly, with several new housing developments and an expanding population of over 6,000 residents. Both the number of homes and businesses based in Sandyford is expected to increase further in the coming years. The arrival of SIRO’s future proofed full fibre network marks a timely addition to the area’s infrastructure and overall future development.

Areas included in the SIRO rollout in Sandyford include (but are not limited to) The Edges, Beacon South Quarter, The Cubes, The Forum, Carmanhall Court, The Maple, The Arcs, Beacon One, Time Place, South Central, and The Points.

The Sandyford deployment is part of SIRO’s wider expansion across South Dublin, where the company has invested significantly to bring full fibre broadband to high need, high-demand areas, stretching from Shankill to Stillorgan.

To date, SIRO’s national network has reached more than 650,000 premises across 143 towns and cities, as part of its €1 billion investment. The company is on track to pass over 700,000 premises by 2026, helping to future-proof communities right across Ireland.

Speaking at the launch of SIRO’s network in Sandyford, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora (and T.D. for the area) Neale Richmond noted:

“The rollout of 100% fibre broadband for Sandyford is a fantastic development and one which demonstrates the dynamic growth prospects for the Sandyford area. This investment in digital infrastructure paves the way for Sandyford to really develop as a future proofed hub for business and families in the area.

SIRO Chief Executive Officer, John Keaney commented:

“Sandyford is a dynamic and growing area, with a strong mix of residential, business and retail. The area has grown significantly in recent years with ambitious plans for further growth.

“By bringing SIRO’s 100% fibre broadband network here, we are ensuring that this community has access to the digital connectivity it needs today and into the future. Whether it’s for remote work, business operations, or home entertainment, our network offers fast, reliable broadband that supports modern living.”

Sandyford Business District CEO Ger Corbett commenting on SIRO’s fibre broadband network in the district noted:

“The transition to high-speed broadband in Sandyford Business District is a gamechanger as the benefit to homes and businesses in the area will be immense, enhancing connectivity, boosting efficiency, and supporting long-term productivity.

“The investment in fibre broadband aligns with SBD’s core goals of innovation and future-proofing the district, ensuring it remains a competitive and dynamic hub for decades to come.”

HighPoint’s Half-Length NVMe AICs empower compact systems with true x16 Storage Performance

In the ever-evolving landscape of high-performance computing, space efficiency, and raw speed are often at odds. However, HighPoint Technologies is changing the game with its new Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A PCIe Gen5 NVMe AICs, which deliver true x16 storage performance in a half-length, compact form factor. These solutions are ideal for small form factor tower servers, rackmount chassis, and edge computing environments where space is limited, but performance must remain uncompromised.

Designed for modern workloads that demand high-speed, high-capacity storage, the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A enable systems to directly host up to 64TB of NVMe storage without the need for internal drive bays or additional cooling components. This makes them a perfect fit for edge computing, AI, and data-intensive applications where every inch of space matters.

Server-Grade NVMe AICs for Maximum Flexibility

Both the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A are server-grade PCIe Add-In Cards (AICs) that support up to 8x off-the-shelf M.2 2280 SSDs, regardless of their speed or capacity. This flexibility allows users to tailor their storage configurations to specific needs, whether it’s high-speed read/write for AI training or large capacity for data archiving.

The Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A are not just about capacity—they deliver real-world performance of up to 56GB/s using just four drives. This is made possible by HighPoint’s advanced PCIe Gen5 switching and RAID technologies, ensuring that storage systems can keep up with the most demanding workloads.

Powerful Cooling for Sustained Performance

One of the biggest challenges in compact systems is thermal management. HighPoint addresses this with self-contained cooling solutions that effectively prevent thermal throttling, even under heavy, sustained I/O operations. This ensures that NVMe SSDs maintain their peak performance without the need for extra cooling devices or complex thermal management setups, making the AICs ideal for edge environments where space and power are limited.

Rocket 1604A Switch AIC: Gen5 Speeds with Native Support

The Rocket 1604A Switch AIC is designed for users who want to leverage PCIe Gen5 speeds without the hassle of software or drivers. It offers simple drop-in installation and is natively supported by modern Windows and Linux platforms, meaning it is automatically recognized and ready to use right out of the box.

With no need for additional software, the Rocket 1604A is perfect for environments that prioritize ease of deployment and simple serviceability.HighPoint’s proven PCIe Switching architecture ensures each M.2 SSD operates at maximum throughput under the most challenging workloads.

Rocket 7604A RAID AIC: Customizable Storage for Critical Applications

For users who need more than just speed—those who require flexibility, performance, and security—the Rocket 7604A RAID AIC offers a powerful solution. It supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations, allowing users to balance speed, redundancy, and data protection according to their specific needs.

The Rocket 7604A’s Active Hardware Sensor Monitoring solution and a Comprehensive NVMe Storage Management Suite, give administrators real-time insights into drive health, temperature, and performance. These features are essential for environments where data integrity and system reliability are paramount.

In Summary

Whether it’s for AI model training, real-time data analytics, or media production, the Rocket 7604A and Rocket 1604A deliver the storage performance and dependability that professionals need in a compact, easy to integrate add-in-card form factor. As the demand for edge computing and portable high-performance systems continues to rise, HighPoint’s half-length NVMe AICs are setting a new benchmark for storage innovation.

Learn More

Rocket 7604A – PCIe Gen5 x16 to 4x M.2 NVMe RAID Adapter

Product page: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/rocket-7604a-individual-page/

Buy Now: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/product-page/rocket-7604a

Rocket 1604A – PCIe Gen5 x16 to 4x M.2 NVMe Switch AIC

Product page: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/rocket-1604a-individual-page/

Buy Now: https://www.highpoint-tech.com/product-page/rocket-1604a

Aer Lingus Launches Onboard Digital Donations in Support of UNICEF

Aer Lingus and UNICEF Ireland has announced the launch of a new onboard digital donation capability, offering customers new ways to contribute to UNICEF’s vital work for children around the world. Customers flying on Aer Lingus long-haul services can now scan a QR code or tap their bank card on cabin crew devices to make quick, secure donations directly to UNICEF during their flight, in addition to the traditional collection of cash donations.

Onboard digital payments are the latest development in Aer Lingus’ partnership with UNICEF that spans over two decades. Since 1997, Aer Lingus and its customers have raised over $23 million in support of UNICEF’s global programmes – funding essential services such as clean water, nutrition, vaccines, education, and emergency relief for children living in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

With many travellers now carrying less cash, this new digital option ensures donations are more accessible and convenient than ever before. Cash donations will still be gratefully accepted onboard, providing customers with flexibility in how they choose to give.

Onboard, customers will hear a video message from UNICEF Ireland Ambassador, Broadcaster and Rugby Player, Donncha O’Callaghan, highlighting some of UNICEF’s key work and outlining how donations can be made in three easy ways – via a QR code, without needing to pay for Wi-Fi, by contactless card payment on crew devices, or by sharing cash donations.

Aer Lingus will also support a number of special collections on board both its long-haul and short-haul services in 2025, with a special collection for Ecuador to take place in the coming weeks. The special appeal for Ecuador follows a visit by Aer Lingus UNICEF Ambassadors to Ecuador earlier this year, who witnessed first-hand the issue of unsafe drinking water in many parts of the country. It’s estimated that 6 out of 10 children under five in Ecuador are drinking contaminated water, putting them at risk of deadly disease, parasites, and chronic malnutrition. Through this special collection and the introduction of onboard digital donations, Aer Lingus aims to boost awareness and funding for UNICEF’s work on the ground in Ecuador to provide safe water, and hygiene facilities to keep children healthy and in school.

Commenting at the launch, Lynne Embleton, CEO of Aer Lingus, said: “Our partnership with UNICEF is embraced across Aer Lingus, especially by our cabin crew who champion it onboard our transatlantic services every day. Thanks to our customers’ generosity, we’ve raised over $23 million to date and we want to keep growing that figure. Digital donations on board is a natural next step in our partnership, to bring new ways for customers to support UNICEF’s vital work worldwide.”

Peter Power, Executive Director of UNICEF Ireland, added: “Aer Lingus customers have shown extraordinary generosity over the past 28 years, and we’re delighted to see this partnership evolve in line with the digital age. These donations help us respond faster and more effectively to the needs of children who are most at risk around the world.”

UNICEF ambassador Donncha O’Callaghan, added: “I’ve been on the ground with UNICEF seeing first-hand the difference UNICEF makes for children who are facing the hardest of circumstances – kids who’ve lost everything, but still have hope. That hope is possible because of support from partners like Aer Lingus and their customers. For over 25 years, in-flight donations have helped change lives. This new way of donating onboard might seem like a small gesture, but I can tell you—it matters. It really can change a child’s future.”

For more information, visit aerlingus.com

New Groov-e Wave Glow Bluetooth Speaker with LED Lights

 Groov-e, one of the UK’s leading consumer tech brands, has launched its latest audio gadget, the Wave Glow portable wireless speaker. Available on Amazon for just £24.99, the Wave Glow combines powerful audio performance, stunning LED lighting, and portability in one sleek device.

Whether hosting a party, relaxing at home, or taking a playlist on the move, the Wave Glow offers an exceptional listening experience thanks to 10W speakers that blast out crisp and clear sound. Colourful and dynamic LED lights pulse and shift in sync with the changing tempo of the music allowing users to really feel the beat. Whether studying, chilling-out or having a late night party, the Wave Glow adds atmosphere to any room.

The Wave Glow comes with a built-in 1200mAh battery that provides users with an impressive eight hours of wireless music playback. If the battery runs low, users can keep the party going by plugging it in via the included USB-C charging cable. Connecting to the Wave Glow is seamless and cable free. Built with Bluetooth, users simply connect to any compatible device within the wireless range to easily begin streaming music anywhere, anytime.

Lightweight and compact, the Wave Glow features a convenient handle that allows users to carry it around comfortably with one hand. No bigger or heavier than a small bottle of water, it fits easily into a suitcase or backpack, making it the perfect holiday or festival companion. Sleek and with a minimalist design, the Wave Glow is black with red accents and a soft-touch finish that make the speaker look as good as it sounds.

The Groov-e Wave Glow Portable Wireless Speaker is now available on Amazon and on the Groov-e website at just £24.99.

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