Review – The Conbrov T17 dashcam. #Dashcams #Motoring #Tech #Conbrov

I have tried and tested multiple dashcams over the years and we have more coming so watch out for that but small or claiming to be the worlds smallest might be a selling point and some may jump on that pitch alone but before you do some research. This dashcam is small and small on the pocket, There is cheaper out there and true to form you get what you pay for and in this instance here that applies.

One thing I like is its size it does not stand out and can be easily placed anywhere on your windscreen and can be pretty much hidden in any corner and people would not even see it,only if you where looking for it you would.

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The dash cam is smaller than a credit card, when you mount it to your car’s windshield, the minimum and ultra thin size and design is easily concealed, and will not distract you while driving.

Set up is simple and it is pretty much the standard with most these days you can basically plug it in and off you go. There is a simple UI to use and even the not so technically minded should find it easy to follow,but below is a UI walk through if you have any questions you can also fire away below or on you tube and I would suggest you fix the time stamp as many don’t.

Package contents – T17 Car Dash Cam, A Car charger,USB cable, Car bracket and suction cup,Card reader, Reset tool,it’s the same as a sim removal tool. User guides and a VIP registration card.

This not only serves as a video recorder but you can take photos on it but they are not the best quality nor is this aimed for that purpose. You can set your default loop time as seen in video typically I always use 2/3 minutes. The bigger the card the better is always the best option for using dahscams however none was provided with the unit which is a common trend so I can’t really complain about that you will only be able to use up to 32GB max which is fine.. There is G sensor on board here which locks your clips should you have a bump and these files will not be overwritten which is great although it does lock files accidently.

Quality is OK but not fantastic and does the job it is set out to do for the price. I would however be careful how it’s placed in direct sunlight or if you wanted to grab a reg plate at a distance, You can maneuver the unit almost any direction you want a random tweak can be easily applied on the go you will see glare for example on your tiny screen that is pixellated up close but again for the money and the size you can’t really complain.

With all that is available on the unit it is not a bad pick up in fairness and given it’s the cheapest one I have reviewed you can’t really go wrong, Setup is simple the UI is simple to use and it comes with all the requirements you need to give you added protection on the road, the quality is not mind blowing but again the cost and the size comes into play here and having said that it can only get better as time goes on, I would prefer a small unit like this that a big lump on the window which can be distracting not only by me but anyone walking past can see dashcams and leave you open to theft.

Key Features

  • 1080P HD RESOLUTION:This dashcam captures 1080p footage, delivers stunning image quality day and night, clear video evidence potentially critical in an insurance claim or lawsuit,making Conbrov your best friend on the road.
  • 📷WORLD’S SMALLEST DASH CAM:Half of a Credit Card size – The mini and ultra thin size and design is easily concealed – doesn’t obstruct your vision and distract you while driving.
  • 📷EASY TO SET UP:Simply mount it to the windshield, connect the usb cable,the car camcorder will automatically record while driving. Note:this dash cam supports microSD cards (NOT INCLUDED) up to 32 GB, don’t forget to prepare a memory sd card before using the dash cam.
  • 📷ACCIDENT AUTO DETECTION FEATURE:Triggered by G-sensor, the dashboard camera will automatically lock videos of car accidents, giving you a vital record of the incident for your use.
  • 📷WHAT’S IN THE BOX:Conbrov T17 Car Dash Cam,car charger,usb cable,car bracket, card reader,pin,user manual,and our fan-favorite 12-month warranty.

Pros- Cheap, Simple UI, Simple Set-up, Discreet,Size

Cons – No SD card, Some oddities with files transfer such as noise and missing video footage, Locks files unesseccerily but you can turn this off.

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Review – FOCAL LISTEN wireless headpones. #Focal #Headphones #tech

The Focal listen are the latest cans to arrive and I have been testing them out some time now and overall they are a quality made comfortable that comes in a nice range of colours to boot. We have the Black gloss version even thought the colour was not to my taste they do a great job and are very comfortable..

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First off the presentation is excllent which is something I prefer in a prodcut they are well packed and come nicely presented in a solid package and looks good on opening, We get all the usual requirements including a carry bag which some manufacturers tend to forget, headphones are portable and we need to store them when not in use especially when travelling.. Also included is a 1.4m (4.5ft.) OFC cable with remote control and omnidirectional microphone and Aircraft adapter.

 

 

Design – Plastic all round which is nothing new to be honest they could have had more metal here but its not a deal breaker, the hinges again are all plastic but seem sturdy enough and should last a while if you are the carefull type, One thing that also was a small gripe is that the cups do not rotate this makes way for comfortable storage but as is leaves them more on the bulky side but they do come with a soft touch case so we can forgive them for that.

Controls – The buttons are large and covered in rubber and easy to navigate blindly after some use, at the beggining you will find it hard to select blindly there is a proper slider switch on/of you also get voice commands albeit sounding robotic it works well and with this on board you know where you stand and thats good. The usual factors that come into play are here (volume up and down,Track forward, play/pause)  and the Bluetooth connection button lights up Blue which is nice and looks well.

 

All the buttons are on one side,the right which keeps things simple, Also on the right is the charge port which changes colour on charge status which is a nice effect,On the left is the 3.5mm socket should you run out juice which is sunken into the cup itself keeping that cable safe and tight fit.

Comfort  – These are comfortble,the headband has a nice rubber band underneath which is typical with most manufacturers today and the cups are a nice soft leather which sits nicely over the ears isolating noise from outside, if you are using these outdoors you will find them working well enough to isolate noise given there no ANC on board here, I did notice some sweat build up after a long session wearing them but this can happen with any type and again weather and individual use comes into play here.

Sound – Wired or wireless they sound great probably better though wired,although there is an argument for another day here on that subject they where easy to connect to my smartphone and connect promptly each time I turn them on,some headphones can lag in this are this was not the case here everytime. Listening to all formats of music from many genres male and female they sound great and any audiophile will be impressed enough with them but the average Joe who is not use to having many headphones will be pleasantly surpirsed with the sound quality on offer here and will not be dissapointed and they are also quite loud turned up to the max with little or no distortion.

Overall I was impressed with these given I had the Black Gloss,they are a fingerprint magnet like anything in Black gloss and I would have liked to seen more metal on show,the battery life is decent and overall they are really comfortable and offer good value for the price you pay and on point with similar in the price range.

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Ava – Maker of First Fertility Tracking Sensor Bracelet – Closes $30m Series B Funding Round

Ava, a medical technology company focused on innovations in women’s reproductive health and maker of the popular cycle tracking Ava bracelet, today announced it has raised $30 million in a strategic Series B funding round. The majority of Ava’s new financing came from existing investors, with prominent European VC firms btov and SVC also joining the round.

Ava also announced today that its cycle-tracking sensor bracelet, which precisely detects the 5.3-day fertile window in a woman’s cycle in real time, has officially reached a milestone of 10,000 pregnancies among users since launching in July 2016.
According to Ava Co-Founder Pascal Koenig, Ava will use the new funds for further product research and development to enhance the existing product and create new applications that empower women to take control of their reproductive health via data insights and science.
“Ava’s long-term vision is to accompany women through all stages of their reproductive life by providing data-driven, clinically proven technology that will make a woman’s life easier, healthier and better — be it when they just want to understand their body, while they are trying to prevent pregnancy, trying to get pregnant, are pregnant or entering menopause,” Koenig explained.
Ava continues to invest heavily in clinical trials with the University Hospital of Zurich under the direction of Prof. Brigitte Leeners to study applications of the Ava technology among women trying to get pregnant, suffering from fertility challenges, and to understand complications during pregnancy. Last year, Ava also hired its first Chief Medical Officer, renowned Bayer Schering veteran Dr. Maureen Cronin, to help shepherd the company through clinical and regulatory processes involved in new product development, particularly in the area of contraceptives.
“It’s exciting to work with a company that is literally reshaping the way we think about menstrual cycles, hormones and women’s health,” said Prof. Leeners. “Combining the best in science, data insights and technology is not only helping to create families, but improving women’s lives around the world.”

What is Ava?
Ava is a cycle-tracking sensor bracelet that monitors a woman’s fertility or pregnancy in real time. Ava measures nine physiological parameters including pulse rate, breathing rate, heart rate variability, and temperature. Because Ava measures physiological parameters that are directly impacted by the reproductive hormones estradiol and progesterone, it can detect a five-day fertile window in a woman’s cycle in real-time.


Users simply wear the Ava bracelet at night and sync it with the Ava app in the morning, avoiding the hassles, mess and invasiveness of other fertility tracking methods like ovulation strips and BBT thermometers. Regulated as a class 1 medical device by the FDA, the Ava bracelet was proven in a recently concluded clinical study at the University Hospital of Zurich to detect an average of 5.3 fertile days per cycle—in real time—with 89 percent accuracy.

The Nokia 1 officially launches in Ireland June 5th. #Nokia #Nokia1 #Ireland

The Nokia 1 has been available on some online stores over the last two weeks or so but priced to match over the €100 mark. Good news is to be had today that the Nokia 1 will be officially on sale on JUNE 5TH in Ireland from several outlets nationwide coming in at €79 rrp from Vodafone, Carphone Warehouse and Virgin Mobile. We will as always be keeping you up to date on the availability with all Nokia devices.

Quality of Nokia smartphones for everyone

The Nokia 1 is the champion of giving more people access to technology. With the reassuring quality and design expected of a Nokia smartphone, it keeps you connected with all your smartphone essentials and apps.

With a quad-core processor, front and rear cameras, 4G connectivity and dual SIM, the Nokia 1 elevates everything you love about feature phones in an accessible smartphone package. Combining a removable 2150 mAh battery and power-efficient IPS display, its hardware works with the optimised apps so you can make the most out of each charge.

Bringing back personalised style

The Nokia 1 brings a refreshingly familiar Nokia phone design featuring the iconic ‘Nokia smile’ in a fresh new package. Available in Warm Red and Dark Blue, you can also give your Nokia 1 a makeover thanks to the Xpress-on covers which come in a range of vibrant colours. Designed with the same attention to detail as the phone’s original cover, simply click on and off in seconds to express your personal style with these exchangeable covers. Inherently coloured, the tough two-tone polycarbonate cover is ready to take on every day knocks and bumps with its durable design.

Lisa Higgins, Country Manager, HMD Global, said:“From kids borrowing their parents’ phones to technophobes only ever receiving a hand me down, there are still lots of people in Ireland who haven’t ever owned their own smartphone. It’s these people who we’ve made the Nokia 1 for, which gives you all the smartphone essentials in a fun, simple to use and secure package.”

Pure, secure and up to date with Android Oreo™ (Go edition)

Tailored to devices with 1GB RAM or less, Android Oreo™ (Go edition) comes with a new range of apps from Google designed to run faster while consuming less data. Optimised to be smooth and fast, these include Google Go – a web search app, Google Maps™ Go, YouTube™ Go and Google Assistant for Android (Go edition), to quickly send messages, make calls, set alarms and do more, simply by using your voice.

With fewer pre-installed and much lighter apps on Android Oreo™ (Go edition), you get 2x more available storage out of the box compared with Android Nougat[ii]. All Nokia smartphones come with no bloatware, skins, UI changes or unnecessary apps pre-loaded onto your phone, giving you a pure Android experience. Android Oreo™ (Go edition) offers a smooth and responsive experience, while making sure your device gets the latest security updates and features, including Google Play Protect, which continuously works to keep your device, data and apps safe.

A breakthrough in accessible technology, the Nokia 1 delivers smartphone essentials, refreshingly familiar design and the reassuring quality of a Nokia phone to fans around the world. Running the latest Android Oreo™ (Go edition), a version of Android for devices with 1GB RAM or less[i], the Nokia 1 delivers extraordinary value with an exceptional experience encompassing all the features you’d expect from a quality smartphone.

[1] Up to 128MB

[1] https://www.android.com/versions/oreo-8-0/go-edition/

 

First Look – The MEKO stylus from Amazon. #Stylus #Meko

The stylus is becoming a popular accessory of late and today we have a new one to test out from MEKO who trade on Amazon. Overall it is a nice well built kit and not the usual cheap plastic ve rsions you can buy for little or nothing or again the ones you get thrown in free when you buy a case from a supplier online.

Check out the package unboxing below and if you have any questions feel free to ask in the interim.

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  • Extreme precision: MEKO disc pen delivers extreme precision and the transparent disc lets you see on the screen exactly where it is pointing. It is specially designed to mark, copy and paste when you are reading, take notes and write emails etc.
  • Elegant Design: Made of stainless steel and aluminum with no plastic parts, Provides a smooth pen-like writing experience for your touchscreen tablets and smartphones. Keeps your touch screen free of fingerprints, you do not have to worry about fingerprints, scratches and stains
  • Features: One side is the fiber tip, the other side is the disk tip, both ends can be interchanged to extend the service life. Lightweight and comfortable, it can easily be clamped directly into a handbag or trouser pocket
  • Compatibility: Touchpads Compatible with Apple iPads, iPad Mini, iPhones, All Kindle, Android Phones, Samsung Galaxy, E-readers, Smartphones and other Capacitive Touchscreens Devices
  • PACKAGE INCLUDED : 2Pcs Stylus+4 Pcs Replacement Disc Tip+2 Pcs Replacement Fiber Tip；30 days money back guarantee for any reason

Pick up the Nokia 2 for €29.99 when you switch to Vodafone on PrePay. #Nokia2 #Ireland

The Nokia 2 would be an entry level device offering that bit more and is one of the latest devices availble to buy from the handset portfolio. Currently it will cost you €89.99 on pre-pay but the Nokia 3 can be bought for more or the less the same across the networks and even cheaper. The NOKIA 2 though is a fresh model to think about and is on offer now for €29.99 if you switch to Vodafone which is not a bad deal at all especially if you have a spare sim lying about..

Deal ends July 31st

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Review – The SPECK Presidio sport case for the Samsung Galaxy S9+ #SPECK #cases

This is one of the nicer cases in my opinion not only does is look good if feels great to hold and has a really nice texture on the back and this case stands out and is eye catching. This two tone case offers 10ft drop protection has a lifetime warranty, port protection and a non slip exterior and to top if off antimicrobial technology, check out the image gallery and video below..

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Three layers of protection

Presidio SPORT cases have a grippy silicone exterior, a polycarbonate outer shell, and inner IMPACTIUM lining for three layers of protection in a one-piece case.

10-foot drop tested with IMPACTIUM™ Shock Barrier

Ridges of IMPACTIUM material on the inside perimeter of this Presidio case compress on impact to absorb and disperse shock. This case is tested to protect your phone against damage from drops up to 10 feet.

Microban® anti-microbial technology

Protects your phone against hostile bacteria growth that causes odors and stains.

360-degree port protection

Port and button covers and a mute switch dial protect while keeping them accessible.

No-slip silicone exterior

IMPACTIUM Sport provides a no-slip grip, even when your hands are sweaty.

Built-in screen protection

Raised bezel around the screen helps prevent damage when phone is lying face down and during drops.

Lab-tested durability

All Speck cases are independently lab tested for multiple real-life situations to ensure your device is always protected. We test to protect against extreme drops, extreme temperatures, chemicals, antenna interference, cracks and abrasions, device bending, and more.

Lifetime warranty

This case comes with a lifetime limited warranty.

Review – The SPECK Grip case for the Samsung Galaxy S9+ #SPECK #CASES

Having had one of these on my S8 Plus this is a really good case for your phone,this is the one last time around that became a permanent case due to its grip and feel it really is great and it is one I would recommend if this style of case is your typical choice,the same applies again this time around. It has a scratch resistant matt finish and again a lifetime warranty. Check out the images and video below for more.

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Two layers of protection

Our Presidio® GRIP Samsung Galaxy S9+ cases have a polycarbonate shell molded together with shock-absorbing IMPACTIUM™ rubber for two layers of protection in a one-piece case.

10-foot drop tested with the IMPACTIUM™ Shock Barrier

Ridges of IMPACTIUM rubber on the inside perimeter of this Presidio case compress on impact to absorb and disperse shock. This case is tested to protect your phone against damage from drops up to 10 feet.

Protective no-slip grip

Angled rubber ridges on the back of the case provide a secure no-slip grip no matter how you hold your phone.

Built-in screen protection

Raised bezel around the screen helps prevent damage when phone is lying face down and during drops.

Lab-tested durability

All Speck cases are independently lab tested for multiple real-life situations to ensure your device is always protected. We test to protect against extreme drops, extreme temperatures, chemicals, antenna interference, cracks and abrasions, device bending, and more.

Lifetime warranty

This Presidio GRIP Samsung Galaxy S9+ case comes with a lifetime limited warranty.

 

 

Review – The SPECK Folio case for the Samsung Galaxy S9+ #SPECK #CASES

For those who like an executive look this is the one for you with a nice finish all round fully protecting the case and also sporting a slot to carry up to three cards of choice this case has it all and not only that you have a built-in viewing stand on the case to allow you to enjoy your media consumption without the need to take the device out of the case. Again this case will offer 10 ft drop protection and also allows for some privacy, check out the images below and then the video any questions feel free to ask.

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Secure, private card slot

Hidden card slot holds up to 3 cards for quick access. Secure flap keeps your cards from falling out and completely hides your cards from view, so thieves can’t see them or steal your card information.

Adjustable viewing stand

Built-in stand makes it easy to watch videos hands-free.

Screen privacy

The case’s cover adds privacy by making it harder for others to see what you’re looking at on your screen, keeping your personal information safe from prying eyes.

Two layers of protection against drops up to 10 feet

One-piece case with a polycarbonate shell molded together with shock-absorbing IMPACTIUM™ rubber protects your phone against damage during a drop. Ridges inside the case compress on impact to absorb and disperse shock.

Qi wireless charging compatible

Presidio FOLIO cases work with the QI wireless charging standard.

Lab-tested durability

All Speck cases are independently lab tested for multiple real-life situations to ensure your device is always protected. We test to protect against extreme drops, extreme temperatures, chemicals, antenna interference, cracks and abrasions, device bending, and more.

Lifetime warranty

This case comes with a lifetime limited warranty.