Urbanista have officially launched their new headphones called the “Chigaco Sport” and we have been testing these out for a bit now and I am impressed with the product as a whole as expected from Urbanista. These also come in a range of colours to boot so you have choice. Packaged as expected you will see below in the unboxing they are well presented off the bat as all their other products we have tested over the last two years.
We are proud to introduce Chicago – a collaboration of refined sound and elegant lightweight design, the Chicago is your perfect sidekick thanks to its custom design and specialized GoFit tips that gives you a secure fit and improved experience with your active lifestyle.
The Chicago Sports are ideal for those who like bass.fitness and comfort along with style. The headphones come with specialised tips called GO FIT TIPS which gives you additional comfort and audio on the move and if you like bass you are covered here too. Talking is also an option on the go here as the come with an in built mic and inline control panel to make life easy when on the move and the buttons are easy to navigate blindly and the inline control panel has rubber texture for additional grip and tactile buttons which let you know you hit the right spot.
Charging the headphones is a little different to the norm which is typically plug-in a cable. Not this time though as they come with a bluetooth clip on piece which connects to your PC/Laptop and I like this approach you are also not limited to using your Laptop to charge as you can use a standard wall plug which will be faster charging too.
Sound overall is pretty good and I was happy with the music reproduction through highs,lows and mids so for the average user or users more sound wise the will be pleased overall with them coming in at the price they do. You also get a carry bag included in the package which is really a nice touch and becoming the trend these days so this will keep them protected when not in use. As for battery life the times are in line with manufacturers claims so for the average commuter they will see you through a day however if you have a longer day it would be best to top up each night.
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Gear 4 have sent us their latest case for the Google Pixel 3 XL which is the Piccadilly case in Black. The case itself has a transparent back which allows users to enjoy the natural colour of their device and it also has a Black trim around the entire case which looks well.
Gear 4 use D30 technology in their cases and you are sure to be protected with theses cases no matter what. The case also gives you some additional grip and also allows wireless charging so you do not have to remove the case and something a few people have been asking is about the squeeze factor to launch the assistant.. Yes that works fine too. Check out the video below for more.
The Sudio TVÅ headphones are a cheap and cheerful purchase which comes in several colours and we have the “Sand” version which is really nice. Presentation once again with this package is great and adds to the value and considering the cost of these is already at the lower end of the scale.
The Två earphones are stylish,sleek and simple they do not stick out like some other earphones we have tried here and some people like this, they want simple and these fit the bill. The most important thing here is sound though and do they deliver on the price you will pay..
Overall they are good, Sudio is a brand that brings quality sound at a budget price but you may ask about the compromise here. There is none really these are simple in ears lightweight and deliver on the sound aspect too reproducing all highs lows and mids fine and as I expected them to do and frequency response was fine on some instances having the max volume set they did get somewhat distorted but most headphones suffer that depending on source.OK they wont blow your mind away like more expensive earphones but they do a good job for the price you pay and there is no need to worry about connectivity either due to them being wired.
Sudio have a great new deal going on right now and you can also grab 4 sets of coasters free with your purchase to top that off you get a further 15% discount using the code techbuzzireland
The “Coasters Campaign” – is a set of 4 modern and distinctive Swedish design heatproof cork based coasters for your favourite beverage of choice. They are made with the finest types of rock material to protect wood and glass surfaces, absorb liquids, prevent the sliding of cups, making it the most suitable gift for homes, offices, corporate gifts, and more.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
