Review – The NUU G3 dual sim smartphone. Good for the money. #NUUG3 #Mobile #Tech

The NUU comes packed as a standard, nothing exciting from the box, slightly bulker from the outset. The made in China with 2 IMEI listed on the box inspired little confidence. The dual sim 5.50-inch touchscreen with 720 pixels by 1280 pixels of resolution again inspired little confidence  The sapphire blue colour stood out amongst a variety of phones.

The Asahi strengthened glass casings was strong and solid to feel and hold in one hand. The feel of the phone was of an expensive phone with a soft dual curve screen.The supplied TPU Case was a nice touch for a case, basic but practical and will not leave you searching but they have their own cases which you can see reviewed HERE 

 

Contents:

  • G3 Smartphone
  • TPU Case
  • Type C to 3.5mm Audio Cable
  • USB Type-C charging cable
  • USB Power Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide

 

Processor:

Helio P25 Octa-Core 2.39GHz,

The Mediatek Helio P25 is an upper mainstream ARM SoC for smartphones (mainly Android-based) that were introduced in 2017. It is manufactured in a 16 nm FinFET+ process and is equipped with 8 ARM Cortex-A53 CPU cores. The cores are divided into two clusters, a performance cluster clocked at up to 2.6 GHz and a power efficiency cluster clocked at up to 1.6 GHz. The chip also includes an LTE modem (Cat. 6).

The Brand:

NUU Mobile was founded in 2010 as a partnership of the Hong Kong-based Sun Cupid Group and U.S.-based Noetic Inc. They are a designer and manufacturer of unlocked Android™ smartphones. The Chinese company has expanded throughout Asia, Europe, and the Americas NUU Mobile have entry-level, mid-range and flagship Z Series phones. All NUU Mobile smartphones are protected by a two-year limited warranty. These smartphones feature two SIM card slots, expandable microSD™ storage.

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Features

  • Dual Sim GSM unlocked phone

The G3 works seamlessly on all major UK networks such as EE, Vodafone, O2, and Three. Plus all other carrier brands.

  • Multiple Lines

Easily switch between two numbers and data plans using the built-in Dual SIM feature. We are proud to say this is the most advanced Android unlocked cell phone that NUU Mobile has designed for the smartphone market.

 

  • Crystal Clear calls

The unique glass-designed body allows for enhanced signal detection and output, while VoLTE technology ensures that your conversation is crisp and clear. This also means you will always have a strong signal for both 4G LTE & Wi-Fi connectivity.

 

  • 13 MP Front Camera

The G3’s front camera and 88 degree-wide angle lenses is perfect for anything from close-ups to portraits.

 

  • Perfect Selfies.

The front camera includes power flash for low light environments, and a convenient fingerprint sensor helps take the best selfies possible.

 

  • Dual Rear Cameras

The dual-rear cameras consist of a 13 MP PureCel® Plus main camera, and 5 MP depth-sensing camera built with phase detection autofocus to capture moments instantly.

 

  • Stunning Images.

Featuring 13 MP + 5MP dual rear cameras, which produce stunning images, from close-ups to wide-angle shots. Perfected algorithm and dual image signalling processors on G3 capture the soft and natural Bokeh effect of an SLR camera. Its ‘Pro’ camera feature enables you to manually adjust focus, ISO, exposure and light for the perfect image.

  • Effortlessly Smart Camera.

The f/2.0 aperture lens in the G3 reduces noise just where it’s needed enabling bright, clear images even in low light. The unique lock-on function that tracks moving subjects and keeps them in sharp focus.

  • Boosted Performance

Powered by the MediaTek Helio P25 chipset Octa-core processor.

  • 4GB RAM & 64GB Storage

Powerful, built-in performance. The G3 comes with 64GB of storage and can be expanded using microSD cards up to 128GB, allowing you to store thousands of photos, video, music and more.

  • Charged for the Future

The ultra-thin 3000mAh battery with fast charge and advanced battery performance optimization have been designed to make your G3 work all day with just one quick charge.

  • Cutting Edge security

Unlocking your smartphone has never been easier or more secure than it is now with the facial recognition and fingertip digital sensor technologies built into the NUU Mobile G3.

  • Unlock with Your Face or Finger.

The G3’s facial recognition technology studies your facial features to build your own facial map for a true encrypted password that is unique for every individual. Next-generation fingertip digital sensor technology recognizes your fingerprint instantly, also allowing you to unlock the phone with the touch of a finger.

  • Android Beam

The G3 unlocked phone is also equipped with a cool feature called Android Beam. This allows you to send contacts and files, share photos and videos, and even beam webpage links to another Android device by simply bringing the two phones together.

  • Tap and Pay with Your Device.

Android Beam also allows you to tap and pay to pay for purchases at merchants that accept contactless payments

 

Overview:

This smartphone has similarities to a Samsung’s high-end Galaxy phone. This is a budget smartphone with high-end features, acceptable audio, and NFC for android pay.  The most striking feature on the smartphone was the sapphire blue colour which stood out amongst a variety of phones.  The dual curve screen was comfortable in the hand allowing one hand use when texting and so on.

The phone lacks some features in terms of not being waterproof, has no 3.5 mm Audio Jack which is a common trend,The smartphone lacks the option of wireless charging and takes up to 2 hours to charge. The dual camera mode on the back of the camera worked well on occasions but lacks clarity when used in poor lighting. Given there is no wireless charging it is not a huge thing as many phones yet have to adopt this feature and here in Ireland it is a slow take up with consumers in general.

Design and build on this device is up there with high end smartphones and is a joy to hold with a glass back and front overall this sits with high priced devices when it comes to looks and build and you cant really complain about it at all bar the fingerpint magnet backing which is normal in this set-up.

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The Nuu Mobile G3 is an Unlocked phone, not tied to any network which has the advantage of allowing any network sim and does not contain the watered-down version of android The Dual Sim is a great feature allowing a work sim and personal sim on the same phone. This phone is a pleasant surprise within the price range, the build quality and features stand out above its weight.

Additional commentry and footage by JIM O BRIEN..

 

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Review – August Hands Free bluetooth beanie. #tech #bluetooth #August

With the winter months here its set to get cold but you can disregard those silly weather reports we see from some of the media and take each day as it comes. But what has tech got to do with that? Last year we reviewed a similar product which effectively is a hat with built-in headphones and a simple control panel and we have a new one in today from August who sell a huge range of tech products.

The unit itself is a trendy current looking hat which has tech built-in and kept simple and works simply via Bluetooth and the sound is actually better than expected for such. You can remove the speakers to clean machine wash the hat too which is great. The bluetooth controls are simple to use and akin to most standard bluetooth products today..

Style and Tech combine, your wise choice for winter
Keep your head and tunes warm this winter with the new August Bluetooth Hat. The EPA30 allows you to listen to your music without having to wear additional headphones. This original stereo headset brings you great sound quality, style and comfort.

Remote control for Music, Volume and Calls
A remote control panel on the right earpiece allows you to skip back and forth through your playlist, answer and hang up calls without having to use your phone.

Built-in Mic for Hands free calling
Thanks to the microphone, you will be able to keep running and exercising knowing that any incoming calls can be answered without having to pick up your phone. The mic can also be used with VOiP services like Skype and AOL giving you a hands free headset for internet calling or PC gaming.

Over 2 hours battery life
A quick charge of only 45 minutes via its Micro USB connection provides over 2 hours of playback.

Wool hat with a twist
The high quality wool of the EPA30 provide the warm you need, don’t stop running this winter!

  • Bluetooth Hat – Keep warm while listening to music from smartphones and tablets
    Audio, Volume and Call control Buttons – Answer calls & control your music
    Built-in Microphone – Stay connected to your phone with hands free calling
    Internal Li Ion Battery – Rechargeable battery gives over 2 hours between charges
    Quality wool – Warm your ears with your coolest tunes.

BUY HERE

Unboxing and First Look – The RevoNext RX8 transparent headphones #headphones #tech

Recently we reviewed the RevoNext QT3 this time around its the all new RX8 which like the last model look different to the norm and these are transparent which is even better and gives you a look at the inerts of the prodcuts, Something some smartphone manufacturers are now trying with clear backs to see the inner workings. Today is a quick unboxing and we will have our review soon..

DUAL DRIVERS – RevoNext RX8 In-Ear Headphones include a balanced armature and a dynamic drivers,to deliver amazing bass and excellent detailed analytical ability. No matter you hear, this earphone can provide you an excellent music enjoyment.

PATENTED DESIGN & ERGONOMIC FIT – Application for Europe and USA patent.Ergonomics and soft design-highly elastic TPE material and silicone can better enclose ear canal. Noise Isolating design and the silicone earbuds allow you to fully immerse into your music with any other distraction.

TRANSPARENT HOUSING & EXCELLENT SOUND – RX8 in ear headphones with transparent housing design,you can see the exact quality just from the outside. Not only have unique design with elegant style,but also deliver powerful acoustics and deep bass,bring you a new kind of auditory sense.

COMPATIBLE MODEL – Built-in mic lets you talk hands-free on your device.The cable use 3.5MM 0.78mm 2 pin Detachable Hifi  Audio Cable.100% fits Android,also fits iPhone 6/6S Samsung S6 S5 Note 4  Nexus and other Smart Phones.

BUY HERE 

Sony showcase the latest tech on offer.. #Sony #Gaming #TV #Audio #Headphones

Sony Ireland showcased their latest goods on offer in the Dean hotel during the week and we got to try out the range and some hands on with their latest tech. For TV fans their new TV is certainly one to watch and for the headphone fanatic like me their latest headphones again are a must  have in your collection.

Sony also have new e-paper watch which is excellent however expensive in my view but the idea is brilliant and something for the fashion conscious to consider with the ability to create your own designs aside picking from the hundreds already free. See more on the watch in the video and check it out HERE

See the entire range and more details and images of their Christmas suggestions for that tech partner of yours HERE

 

Review – @speckproducts Stay clear and Grip case for the Google Pixel 3XL. #Pixel3XL #Speck

The Google Pixel 3XL is not a cheap device by any means and its one of the topcis at hand right now about its cost alongside the notch but we will discuss all this in our review soon. Point in case here is you will need protection for the phone and it is worth the extra spend to do this buy picking up some kind of case for the device. We have already reviewed the Official Fabric cases for the 3XL but today we check out the Speck Clear case and Speck  Grip case.  The grip case would be my favourite case out of the two but that is just me.

We have being using speck cases for some time now and they live up to their claims and a worthy investment to keep your phone protected. Check out the video review below and if you have any questions feel free to ask below or on our social channels and we will leave links to purchase a range of cases from Speck so go check them out.  Stay tuned for more case reviews coming this week.

Go check out the range of cases from Speck for the Google Pixel 3XL and many other devices HERE 

 

Review – The Motorola G6. It will be tough to find better for the money. #MotoG6

I have been using the Moto G6 some time now and this is one phone I can say straight off is an excellent device for the money and would have no issue reccomending it to anyone. It has been on of my daily drivers some time now and I also use it for video footage on my You Tube channel and in this regard it does great and also takes great images to boot.

Build quality is also excellent here all over and it feels solid in the hand and is at that sweet spot for phone size but this varies per person. Two security factors here built in are face unlock and also fingerprint scanner which both work well. In fact this device has not crashed on me once since I started using it and thats saying something.

NFC is built in here too which is a welcome feature for payments here in Ireland many phones lack this feature. Also there is a built in radio which again is something many phones leave out due to other services and apps now available and all you need to do to activate that is insert headphones.

The G6 has good sounding speakers too in general and again they are sampled in other videos I have posted online so good sound is to be had there. The screen is a bit darker than other devices but overall good viewing pleasure is there for consuming media. You get a full HD display with a 5.7 inch screen with bezels that are not too much in the way despite bezzeless being the new go to feature these days.

Multitasking on this phone is also swift and with having multiple apps open at any given time switching between them was no issue and little or no lag to be found running apps like WordPress You Tube, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and emails and so on which is my typical daily usage here and all worked smoothly. For gaming its also strong and even with some heavy titles it brezzed through them. Given I am not much of a gamer on mobile I do mess around with them from time to time or just something to do whilst waiting so I would not store many on the device anyway.

Specs –  Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 – 4GB, 64GB, microSD – 5.7 inches IPS LCD, 1080 x 2160  – 424 ppi Rear Camera: 12.0 + 5.0 MP – Front Camera: 8.0MP – Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n –  Wi-Fi Direct – hotspot – Bluetooth 4.2 – 3000 mAh battery – Android 8.0 out of box.

PROS -USB-C -NFC – Gorrila Glass – 3.5mm headphone jack -Biometrics – No Notch

CONS – No wireless charging – Not waterproof.

Given the trend of 1000 euro smartphones is continuing to grow I think it will not be long before that trend buckles as phones costing half or less are now hitting the streets and provide more than enough without the need to fork out on such. This phone is certainly one of them a if you are on a budget this is the one to look at first.

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Review – Alcatel 3 smartphone.. Ideal for newcomers or first smartphone. #Alcatel #Tech

I have been using the Alcatel 3 for a few weeks now and for the money you can’t really go wrong for the most part anyway but with biometrics on board via fingerprint scanner and faceunlock seeing these technologies at this price-point is a good thing as we all know you get the same heading the other direction at €1000 worth phones.

Build quality is fine considering the price its got a nice blue sheen on the back acting like a mirror if you will but its made with plastic which mimics glass backed devices but you have to cut corners somewhere along the line to get some features. One area where you wont be blown away is the RAM which is the lower end of the norm and for heavy users you can pass this device on for sure.

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Even loading up image folders you will notice the lag and with some games too but will handle the average pastime game no problem at all. Image quality is actually not bad but bright conditions are required and they are generally good as you can see below and the same applies to video shooting both available resolutions.  In short in the dark move on but most smartphones struggle in these conditions and for a 99 euro phone to the same is expected.

This phone is really ideal for first timers to Android or teenagers as its cheap and does more or less anything higher prices do but really if you are using for just browsing emails and social you will be fine it gets you buy and does not cost the earth to get the feel for Android and then you can move up in price and get some more like the ALCATEL 3V we reviewed a while ago.  You can buy the Alcatel 3 on eir for 99 euros pay as you go and the 3V is available on Tesco Mobile for €159.99

VIDEO REVIEW

 

Unwrapping toy security this Christmas. by @PeterBassill #Tech #Kids #Toys #Awareness

It is a growing trend today that tech is put in the hands of kids at younger age even without us realising it and not only that the teens of today and even kids are more demanding than before and they have access to items that many of us today would have not had access to in our teenage years. Given the rise of social media apps and easier login options via the same things can go terribly wrong very fast and as parents we need to watch what is going on and what access our own kids have via the tech they have at hand. Our next guest post by Peter shares the same sentiment as me. 

Peter Bassill, CEO of Hedgehog Security, advises parents on how to ensure the interactive toys they buy their children this Christmas are safe and secure.

Peter goes on to say…

Make no mistake, the count-down to Christmas is very much on and over the coming weeks and months, children and their parents will be inundated with TV and online adverts for this year’s must-have toys.

Long gone are the days when colouring books, board games and Matchbox cars were at the top of children’s letters to Father Christmas, now it’s all about interactive action figures, console games and smart devices.

These toys are fun, captivating, and frankly incredible, but they do present potential privacy and security risks that most parents are completely unaware of. This is particularly true of interactive toys such as the My Friend Cayla doll.

Cayla connects to your WIFI network and will talk to, and interact with, those around it. It will play games via a smart device, read stories and even share photos. Sounds fun, right? But Cayla is also fitted with a camera and microphone.

The doll uses these to record conversations and take images, which are then sent via Bluetooth back to the manufacturer and, potentially, sold on to advertisers for targeted ad purposes. It’s pretty sinister stuff when you think about it.

The doll has come under intense scrutiny, and was even banned in Germany for its lack of privacy protections. It turns out anyone with a smartphone within 30 feet of the doll can connect via Bluetooth and listen to, and record, the conversations between child and toy.

 

Cayla is not alone in her capabilities, both as a fun and engaging toy and as a privacy and cyber security risk to you and your family. In fact, pretty much any smart toy has the potential to record sound and capture images, and send them back to the manufacturer.

The My Friend Cayla example covers off the main risks such dolls pose, but as a recap risks associated with interactive and smart toys include:

 

  • The toys can listen to, and record, conversations between child and toy
  • They can take and store images without you knowing
  • They can gather personal information and data
  • This data, along with images and voice recordings, can be sent back to the manufacturer
  • Toys can be hacked

 

Given that children are bombarded with advertising across all media – TV, online, social networks, etc – in the run up to Christmas, they are going to want these toys and as a parent there will be a part of you that wants to treat them at Christmas.

And you can, but you must also consider the risks they pose and what you can do to ensure your children have their privacy protected. Thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to do this.

The first thing to do is read the privacy policy of the manufacturer and/or toy in question. This may seem arduous at the time – they can be more complex than a classic novel – but it is important to understand what data the toy gathers and what happens to that information.

If the manufacturer does not have a privacy policy then don’t buy the toy – this gives them cart blanche to gather whatever data they like and use it in any way they wish, and that includes selling it on to third-parties.

As an extension of this, check where the toy is manufactured and the headquarters of the company that is selling and distributing it. It is often the case that those located in places such as China will not take privacy into account, let alone do anything to protect it.

It is also worth researching whether other toys from the same manufacturer have been hacked or whether they have had privacy issues in the past. If the answer is yes, then, again, avoid purchasing such toys at all costs.

Another thing to be aware of is replica toys. While they may be cheaper than the branded versions, these toys are built and sold by companies that will be unlikely to have privacy and data protection policies in place. If they don’t, steer clear of them.

By understanding the risks interactive toys pose, and what you can do to get a clear understanding of what to look for when it comes to privacy, you can ensure your children unwrap not just the best presents this Christmas, but the ones that are safe, too.

EMR announces €500K investment and plans to increase headcount to 50. #EMR #Jobs #IrishBiz

Leading SCADA network and mobile telecommunications supplier, EMR Integrated Solutions today announced a €500,000 investment and plans to increase headcount to 50 over the next 12 months.

This represents a doubling of the workforce since 2016.

The investment comes on the back of strong trading, with this year’s revenue set to increase by 18%.  The growth is due in large part to the success of its recent entry to the UK market and several significant contract wins in the utility and wind energy sectors there.

Increased project completions for long-established customers throughout Ireland, North and South have also boosted operational performance.

The company has moved to a new 5,000 sq. ft. premises at Dunboyne Business Park in Co Meath to accommodate growing headcount, while the existing premises, also in Dunboyne, will be retained as EMR’s primary engineering and logistics centre.

EMR specialises in designing and building telemetry networks and management systems for energy suppliers and water companies.

Commenting on the development, Mark Quinn, managing director with EMR said:

“This investment represents the culmination of targeted execution and tremendous teamwork.  Early on, we recognised the rapidly changing nature of the utility industry at home and abroad, and set about developing the skills and expertise required to assist these organisations with the digital transformation of their networks. 

“We’re now viewed as a trusted partner for many global organisations and we’re ambitious about the potential for further expansion into the UK market,” he said.

The company continues to invest in headcount with recruitment focused on apprentice electricians, mechatronic, electrical, automation engineers and project management roles.

The company also operates a graduate program with the Blanchardstown Institute of Technology, where mechatronics students can benefit from practical work placements during their period of study.

“Forging strong links between academia and business is very important to us,” explained Derek Glynn, chief operating officer with EMR. 

“Getting the right staff with the right qualifications at an early stage allows us to embed them into our own mentoring program and this coupled with practical experience has helped us to build a reputation for engineering excellence in SCADA and telemetry networks.  Continued skills investment in all of our staff keeps us ahead of the competition,” he said.

EMR was founded in the early in 1980s and has a strong management team with a wealth of industry experience.  The company has a high profile client base including Irish Water, Northern Ireland Water, SSE and PowerHouse Generation on the island of Ireland as well as Affinity Water, Welsh Water and Greencoat UK Wind in the UK.  The company has also completed communications projects for ESB, Eir, RTÉ NL, Virgin Media, the Defence Forces and many of the country’s county councils.