Tesco Ireland supported by OLIO App in its quest to further redistribute surplus food in Dublin

Tesco Ireland has partnered with food sharing app OLIO to help reduce food waste in stores in Dublin by redistributing more of its perfectly edible surplus at the end of each day amongst members of the local community.

The pilot programme involves nine Dublin stores, with 250 volunteers already signed up to OLIO in Ireland.

A global initiative, the OLIO scheme works with over 35,000 volunteer ‘Food Waste Heroes’, who visit stores to collect surplus food nearing its best before or use-by date and redistribute it to the local community. Tesco is the first major Irish grocery retailer to join the movement.

The new partnership builds on Tesco’s existing surplus food donations programme, powered by FoodCloud. OLIO will operate where food related charitable organisations are unable to collect.

Tackling food waste has been a major part of Tesco’s sustainability strategy since 2009, when it made a commitment to stop sending food waste to landfill. To date, the equivalent of over 14 million meals in surplus food has been donated to almost 400 charitable organisations and community groups from Tesco stores and distribution centres, in Ireland.

The existing in-store food surplus programme will continue to benefit FoodCloud causes. However, in some areas, there are limited charitable organisations to take food surplus. This new partnership, where OLIO Food Waste Heroes will come to the rescue and collect surplus food, will help to further reduce the amount of food going to waste. The partnership comes a month from Christmas, when causes and communities groups are even more in need of support through surplus food.

Tesco Communications Director, Rosemary Garth said: “We are very proud of our pioneering food waste strategy, leading the way since 2014 when we became the first retailer to partner nationally with FoodCloud to roll out an innovative surplus donations programme which now helps hundreds of community groups every week.

“We are acutely aware that food waste is a major contributing factor to climate change, and in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 12.3, we are committed to tackling food waste from farm to fork by 2030.

“We want to make sure that all surplus food is being managed, that it shouldn’t go to waste and where people who need it have access to it. I am confident that our partnership with the OLIO movement will help us further achieve our goal of making sure that no good food goes to waste at Tesco.”

OLIO Co-founder, Tessa Clarke said: “Our partnership with Tesco means that more people than ever before will be able to benefit from access to surplus food, and we are happy to expand our programme into Ireland.

“They will also be joining our community of neighbours who not only support one another, but also believe that every little bit helps in the fight against food waste.”

With two weeks of the trial underway, the work with OLIO and its Food Waste Heroes has resulted in an average 46% increase in suitable edible surplus food being redistributed in the Dublin area.

Tesco Ireland, through its partnership with FoodCloud, works with almost 400 charity partners and has donated over 14.5 million meals to people in need since 2014, saving 19.5 million kilograms of carbon emissions from being produced through the transport and processing of this food as waste.

OLIO recruit local teams of Food Waste Heroes, who are then trained on safe collection, storage & distribution of surplus food. The Food Waste Hero collects surplus food from their local Tesco stores at a scheduled time. The food is brought to the Food Waste Heroes’ home, where it is offered to the local community via the OLIO app.

Stores involved in the OLIO trial are: Aungier St, College Green, Leonard’s Corner, Parnell St, Pearse St, Temple Bar, Thomas St, Dorset St, and Jervis St. 

Why Do Mobile Apps Need So Many Permissions?

There are many ways to spend your time doing nothing. But some things that constantly distract us from doing nothing. It’s either preparing for the next exam, doing some late-night homework, or writing some essay or research paper. All that while trying to have some sleep. 

Most likely, you wanted to take a trip or go to some party, but that seems to be possible only during the next spring or summer break. In the meanwhile, you need to focus on easier ways to relax.Yet, you can win some time with ‘do my  homework online’ services and free yourself from the paperwork.

Now, think about how to relax your mind. The best thing is to install a gaming or dating app. Maybe, you will match with someone. Maybe, you will have a new interesting game to play.

But, while installing it and giving the application all the required permissions, a question pop-ups. Why do mobile apps need so many permissions? This question bugs a lot of smartphone users and makes others indulge in conspiracy theories. 

So, to make it easier, let’s talk about why apps need those permissions. But before that, to avoid any hint of paranoia, let’s identify what permissions can be considered dangerous.

Types of Permission You Should Beware Of 

 

  1. Read External Storage – when the app is asking for this permission, you can get alerted. And you should think about why the application needs access to your external storage. If your app has to do something with cleaning up your smartphone, then it’s quite a logical request. 
  2. Modify or Delete External Storage – another point to get alerted and ask the question of why the app requires access to your external storage. And, again, most likely, it will be requested by the app that has something to do with cleaning up or managing your data. 

 

If the application is from a reputable developer, you can trust and grant permission. However, if you don’t want to grant access to your SD card, you can simply deny it. If you did provide the app with permission, the only thing to worry about is messing up with the settings (i.e., permitting to delete something you didn’t want to) or the case when the app is hacked. 

 

Generally, different messaging, navigation, and lifestyle apps are asking for too many permissions. But here are several aspects that you should be extremely cautious about:

 

  • unnecessary permissions – a flashlight app doesn’t need access to your storage data;
  • unknown developers – you are always at risk when downloading apps from unknown companies;
  • free apps – a free app can collect your data to sell it to third parties or spam you with numerous ads. 

 

There are a few things you need to keep in mind, though. Not all unknown developers are bad. And not all the free apps are mining your data. Try searching for some extra information on them. Make it a useful habit to do your research on the apps before downloading and installing them. Now, let’s talk about what permissions apps may need and why. 

Calendar

Some applications may need access to your calendar. It is wise to use them if they are work-related, and you would like to have all the appointments in your calendar. At the same time, games that don’t have live tournaments will unlikely require access to your calendar. 

Camera

If the application has something to do with making or sending videos and pictures, like Messenger, it may need access to the camera. But if the app doesn’t have any functions linked to the camera, the access to it is surely unjustified. You may be recorded on video without even noticing it. 

Contacts

Sometimes, granted access to your contact list is great. You may not have some of your old friends on social media, but an app can make them pop up on your friend suggestion list. Still, you must be extremely careful about it. By providing the app with your contact list, you not only give your information away but may cause a threat to your acquaintances. 

Location

There are several reasons why the app may require access to your location. Sometimes, it is easier for your friends to find you via sharing your location if you get lost. Knowing your location, dating apps can show your prospective partners that are nearby. But it may also lead thieves to your house. So, always tick the “only when using the app” option. 

Microphone

Sometimes, it is faster and easier to record a voice message rather than type it. That’s why messaging apps may require permission to access your microphone. But here, you need to trust only reputable developers. Apps from the unknown ones can record your private conversations and give them to hackers. 

Body Sensors

Various fitness trackers may require access to your body censors, such as information on your heart rate or steps counts. And it is okay to grant permissions to apps like that. But keep in mind that any other application asking for such permission should raise red flags at once. 

Phone

Apps like Facebook Messenger that use Voice Over IP connection may require access to your phone number and network information. However, it may lead to applications making phone calls without your consent if something goes wrong, for instance, if the app gets hacked. 

Conclusion

Digitalization has made a lot of things easier, but you need to remember that the online world is no safer than its offline counterpart. You are risking your data whenever you are going online. The worst thing you can do is give access to your private information without thinking about the necessity of such an action and its consequences. Yet, being more cautious about granting apps permissions and doing the research on their developers may keep you safer. 

Tronsmart Onyx Prime Dual-Driver Wireless Earbuds first look

Tronsmart latest earbuds have dropped in for review and if anything is to go by the presentation and what it says on the tin we could be in for a treat as they say but time and testing will reveal that, Tronsmart have been quite good over the years with their products that are affordable too and give consumers a good choice of product to pick from and anything we have review has been solid and also watch out for their latest headphones review here shortly too which are excellent and of course you get the hands on experince with none of the stock image lark. We like to give context here.

Any questions as always feel free to ask in the comments section on our You Tube or down below.

Features include 

  • Hybrid Dual-Driver Technology with Balanced Armature.
  • Advanced Qualcomm® QCC3040 chip.
  • High Quality Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive Audio Decoding.
  • TrueWireless Mirroring Technology.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 for Enhanced Stability and Compatibility.
  • cVc 8.0 Call Reduction.
  • Faster & Smoother Connection.
  • 40 Hours of Playtime with Charging Case.
  • Support APP Customization.
  • Support Voice Assistant.

BUY

Video 

 

OCLEAN Announces Black Friday Offers Save Upto 80% On Oclean’s Oral Health Ranges.

Oclean is a rapidly growing company in the Oral care market. Oclean, is devoted to improving oral health through technology and innovation and advocating and promoting the concept of smart oral care. During its Black Friday sale from Thursday 25th November to Monday 29th November 2021, Oclean is hugely discounting its latest oral health ranges. This is the perfect opportunity for treating yourself to that new Smart toothbrush or water flosser or even buying one as a Christmas present for that special person. 

Everyday throughout the Black Friday promotion, Oclean will be running its Flash Sale with discounts of up to 80% on a limited number of products.

FREE Gifts!

With every purchase of an Oclean product, no promotion code necessary, Oclean will be adding a free dental floss and the first 100 orders each day will also get 2 x P4 brush heads FREE.

 

Orders over £74.09* will receive a free 1*Oclean Tote Bag

Orders over £126.47* will receive a free 1*Oclean S1 Toothbrush Sterilizer

Orders over £186.34* will receive a FREE 1*Oclean One Electric Toothbrush

Orders over £298.54* will qualify for a FREE Oclean W1 Water Flosser

 

The Oclean F1 will be vastly discounted to £7.48* from £37.41* for example. For full details on deals on each product,  please visit the Oclean Black Friday website: Black Friday | Deal of the Year – Oclean Official

 

The popular Oclean X Pro Smart Sonic Toothbrush is discounted by 50% to £44.15* and comes with a Free holder and 2 x P4 brush heads. 

 

  • The Intuitive colour touchscreen shows all the information you need for a celebrity-level cleaning. Track progress, adjust for sensitivity, never miss a spot.
  • Intelligent AI frequency reduction automatically reduces frequency when over-brushing is detected. No more damage, bleeding, or discomfort from brushing!
  • A mini, built-in 6-axis gyroscope detects brushing motion and generates instant reports on your brushing technique.
  • Mounts magnetically to the wall or mirror to save space when not charging. The brush holds full 30 days of battery life on a single charge.
  • 3D designed, multifaceted bristles with DuPont filaments specially made to deliver an optimum level of cleanliness. Gentle curves improve comfort and prevent tooth damage.

The OCLEAN W10 Water Flosser will be discounted from £52.38* to £44.15* for the Black Friday period.

The OCLEAN’s W10 Water Flosser is the bigger, more effective brother of the everyday floss, and it’s the perfect way to prevent nasty oral issues and improve your general oral health, making sure that your smile is always on point. 

Producing a powerful pulse frequency of 1,400 times per minute, the W10 comes with 4 unique nozzles each designed to suit different purposes. The regular nozzle is perfect for those who are looking for a way to effectively clean the bacterial film that forms within the gaps and surfaces of teeth, whilst the tongue nozzle is great for keeping your tongue healthy and your breath fresh. The remaining two nozzles are absolutely essential for those who have braces fitted or suffer from Periodontal disease; they provide users with controlled and sensitive bursts of water that can be directed into even the trickiest to reach spots.

 

For all offers please visit: Black Friday | Deal of the Year – Oclean Official

OCLEAN – Go the extra smile!

OCLEAN was founded to provide people with thoughtful technology that helps them get the most out of their smile. Winners of the Asia Design Prize (2021), Red Dot and iF Design Awards (2021 and 2018),Good Design Award(2019) and IF Design Award (2021 and 2020), OCLEAN are an internationally awarded design company that employ innovative technology to forward oral health and improve people’s confidence and smile. With six electric toothbrushes and a range of oral hygiene products ranging from irrigators to dental accessories, OCLEAN is one of the world’s leading experts in the oral health industry and their innovative approach continues to garner universal acclaim. 

*Prices may fluctuate due to conversion rate

EDIFIER W820NB active noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones announced

Critically acclaimed designer and award-winning manufacturer of consumer audio electronics, Edifier® International announce the new EDIFIER W820NB active noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones.

With audio quality and comfort at the core of the W820NB, Edifier has worked exceptionally hard to marry usability with functionality, creating a product that fits existing needs whilst exceeding expectations both in build and sound quality. 

Whether it’s listening to music, audiobooks and podcasts, or just playing video games using the fine-tuned gaming mode, the Edifier W820NB provides exceptional levels of control and audio as users utilize a selection of highly competitive features.

Featuring titanium diaphragms and 40mm dynamic drivers – capable of producing a frequency response of 20Hz-40kHz – the W820NB produces stunning Hi-Res Certified audio. With richly balanced bass, mids and trebles, Edifier’s team of experienced sound designers have produced a superb listening experience that adds layers of fresh detail and subtle clarity to sounds.

Active noise cancellation of -38db allows users to effectively omit background noise and interference using a Deep Neural Network technology that removes unwanted sounds and preserves clear voices during phone calls. And, a built-in microphone ensures Edifier’s signature crystal clear communication is maintained during even the most storm-like conditions.

Supporting AAC & SBC audio codecs and Bluetooth v5.0, the W820NB proves a reliable and trustworthy companion. Thanks to a 400mAh battery capacity, capable of playback times of up to 29 hours with ANC and 49 hours without, this is an excellent choice for lounge listeners, daily commuters and seasoned audiophiles alike.

The understated black, white and grey colour-ways portray a tasteful minimalist design aesthetic, and users will appreciate the W820NB’s lightweight build, which reduces head pressure for added comfort.

The W820NB is also compatible with the Edifier connect app, which allows users to take full control of their listening experience. At the tap of a finger on your device, you can customise EQ levels to suit, check your battery levels in real time and switch between ANC and listening modes with ease. For those who might prefer physical buttons, the ear-cups still include intuitive controls that also allow users to switch listening and NC modes, play, pause, skip and accept or suspend phone calls.

Main Features:

  • Hi-Res Audio standard for a rich listening experience
  • Active noise cancellation technology isolates unwanted noise
  • Ambient sound mode allows you to hear environmental sounds such as traffic or flight announcements
  • Built-in microphone with DNN (deep neural network) noise cancellation for clear phone calls
  • Large driver with titanium diaphragm delivers crystal-clear sound
  • Low latency for game mode gives players an immersive gaming experience
  • Up to 49 hours continuous playback
  • Lightweight headset assures comfortable fit

Specifications:

Sensitivity 98dB
Bluetooth version V5.0 V5.0
Audio codecs  AAC, SBC
Driver unit 40mm dynamic driver
Playback time ANC on about 29 hours
ANC off about 49 hours
Charging time  1.5 hours
Battery capacity 400mAh
Frequency response 20Hz-40kHz
Sound pressure level  91±3dB SPL (A)
Impedance 32Ω
Charging port USB Type-C

 

Price & Availability:

Available for £59.99 on –  https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09FF244QP 

Sades run bumper discount on two of their best selling products #Gaming #Headphones

This Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the manufacturer of gaming peripherals Sades will run a one-time special offer on two of their leading products: the Sades M Power and the Sades Spirit headset.

With a focus on R&D and high quality manufacturing, SADES launched their first headset in 2002. Since then, the company has gone on to create gaming tables, gaming chairs, mice and keyboards which continue to impress audiences across the world. The brand now focuses on producing professional-grade gaming accessories that match durable design with tournament-ready results at a range of budget and mid-level price ranges. Satisfying customers and professional eSports teams alike, the brand pays close attention to quality, amalgamating impressive aesthetics with forward-thinking functionality and innovation. 

Committed to immersing gamers and helping them kick back and relax, Sades will be running bumper price drops of up to 33% on two of their fan favourite products. 

The Sades Spirit and M Power models both provide users with unmatched usability and function at an already impressively low price point so grab yourself a bargain!

M Power:

With 50mm diaphragms that produce powerful stereo sound, the Sades M Power drops gamers deep into the experience. With an upgraded design style and compatibility with both mobiles and consoles, the M Power gives users a durable, attractive and multi-use functionality. With handy in-line controls that help gamers avoid breaking the immersion, iron mesh ear cups, stainless steel sliders and a retractable microphone – three key indicators of Sades impressive material-conscious approach – the M Power is a stylish yet hard wearing option that would be perfect for any gamer looking to upgrade their rig and improve their experience overall.

The Sades M Power will be reduced from £34.99 to £25.19 (-28%) and the discount will be live from Cyber Monday. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07W7B45MN

Spirit Gaming Headset:

The Spirit gaming headset is Sades’ most fun headset to date. Featuring a range of vibrant colours, a high quality headband and hard-wearing, skin friendly leather earmuffs, the Spirits are stylish but comfy, helping gamers focus during long gaming sessions or tense 1v1s. Also equipped with 50mm diaphragms, the Spirits delivers crystal clear surround sound, helping users pick out subtle details across a full 360-degree sound stage. With an omnidirectional microphone and convenient in-line mic and volume controls, gamers can enjoy playing with friends and frenemies alike whilst all the while tailoring their experience to suit. At an entry level price point, the Sades Spirit are one of the most enticing and eye-catching options on the market.

Starting on Black Friday, the Sades Spirit will be reduced from £21.99 to £15.99 (-33%) and the discount will be available at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07WGK8BCR 

 

For more about Sades expanding range of high quality gaming peripherals, visit: https://www.sades.gg 

Tile Mate 2022 Review and Black Friday Deals: Up to 30% off its brand-new range of Bluetooth trackers

Tile is offering up to 30% off its brand-new range of Bluetooth trackers (launched last month)! The deals are live now, running from 22nd Nov to 28th Nov at John Lewis, Amazon, Very and Tile.com.

The new line-up of Bluetooth trackers includes sleek new designs, increased finding range, louder ring and a new ‘Lost and Found’ QR code for lost items to be found and returned. They’re ideal for attaching to keys, bags or slotting into wallets.

We also check out the all new Tile Mate 2022 model and see what is new with the product check the video out below for a hands on look and see what the app has to offer..

Tile Mate –

  • Up to 250 ft / 76 m Bluetooth range
  • Up to 3-year non-replaceable battery
  • Water-resistant
  • Works with Android® and Apple® devices
  • Voice-assisted finding with Alexa, Google and Siri
  • Attach and go

Product            Date on Sale             Deal Price

Tile Mate          22nd – 28th Nov         13.99

Tile Slim           22nd – 28th Nov         20.99

Tile Pro             22nd – 28th Nov         20.99

Tile Sticker      22nd – 28th Nov          17.49

Video Link

 

Irish Company myVolts Launches Candycords Cables on Kickstarter

Dublin, Ireland: myVolts Ltd has launched a new product – Candycords, a unique  range of premium audio cables. 

They were developed in close collaboration with musicians in real scenarios to fulfil their needs and  solve their problems. 

“We’ve worked really hard to produce these seriously funky, but excellent, audio cables. You can hear  the quality!” – Rachel K Collier, Musician 

Features and benefits of Candycords include: 

  • Premium connectors: gold-plated with a reassuring snap-crunch on connecting. • Unique colours: 6 yummy colours help keep track of gear, including Sunset Peach, Jellybean  Purple, and Marshmallow Pink 
  • Untangleable: special thermoplastic rubber resists tangles, cables coil just right • Hard-wearing: thoughtful cable construction ensures long life 
  • Pleasing finish: matte rubber finish makes Candycords a joy to handle
  • Different lengths: 65m to 200cm available, a cable for every situation 
  • Different styles: Curly and straight available, right-angled and straight connectors available • Different connectors: 3.5mm minijack style, and 6.35mm guitar-style available • Device-specific: Cable variations developed specifically for use with the most well-loved  gear: Korg Volcas range, Teenage-Engineering OP-1 / OP-Z and Pocket Operator 

Candycords is live on Kickstarter, prices starting at  8 EUR. The first run of the product is already manufactured and ready to ship worldwide December  2021, so backers can buy with full confidence. 

myVolts Ltd has been solving the power problems of consumers and professionals for well over a  decade, has three previously successfully funded and shipped Kickstarter campaigns, and served  tens of thousands of happy customers on Amazon, eBay and their own webshop.

Psychological Thriller ‘Martha Is Dead’ Confirms Launch on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on February 24, 2022

Global video games publishing label, Wired Productions and leading Italian studio, LKA, can today confirm their forthcoming and highly anticipated psychological thriller Martha Is Dead will launch across PC, PlayStation 4 & PlayStation 5 and the Xbox family of devices on Thursday 24th February, 2022, with pre-orders now available for the physical release.

Built in Unreal® Engine 4, Martha Is Dead combines real-world locations, working in links to historical events during the latter stages of World War II, superstition, folklore, and deep psychological distress. The game opens in the depths of the Italian countryside as Allied and Axis forces turn the nation into a pincered playground.

Martha Is Dead’s latest trailer teases Unreal’s revolutionary ‘Metahuman’ technology in an intimate and immersive showcase of the foreboding tension evident throughout the game. Meet the twins, Martha and Giulia, witness their special bond and get a glimpse of how dealing with the acute trauma of loss can affect a tortured mind.

Check out the trailer

“Martha Is Dead has been a long journey for us, but we’re now nearing the point where the whole world will get to play it,” offers Luca Dalco, Founder & Director, LKA. “this is an experience curated to be faithful and accurate to the era, from our authentic recreation of the Tuscan countryside through to the impact that WWII had on Italy. We can’t wait for people to experience the game for themselves.”

A physical version of Martha Is Dead is now available to pre-order on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Celebrate LKA’s release with an exclusive reversible sleeve, fold out double-sided A3 poster, collectable sticker sheet and a digital download Tarot card pack; based on the cards in-game. Gamers can pre-order their copy today via shop.wiredproductions.com or find a retailer via Wired’s Where to Buy section. PC players can also WishList the game on Steam.

Wired Productions also today unveiled the limited edition Martha Is Dead triple Vinyl Soundtrack, you can register your interest here – more details will be shared on this in the near future.

Martha Is Dead will launch on PC, PlayStation 4 & PlayStation 5 and the Xbox family of devices on Thursday 24th February, 2022, the game is rated ESRB M (Mature), PEGI 18 and USK 16.