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Tech Review – Creative Outlier Pro

The latest earbuds from Creative have been in for testing the last few weeks and once again we see the company deliver an affordable pair of earbuds with all the bells and whistles thrown in too and the colour here is another thing that I like and looks really well.

The Outlier Pro come in a familiar looking case that has wireless charging built in and a USB-C port for wired charging which in turn gives you around 38 hrs of battery life in real world testing and this of course varies by how you use your earbuds, With ANC on and high volume you will get less but everyone is different on how they listen to their earbuds.

They have a larger profile too than most earbuds but still sit comfortably in the ear although they do protrude and bit but having said that they fit well a do not fall out and when it comes to controlling them this works well too due to the large touch area on the buds.

There is a two apps you can use with the Outler pro that maximise the sound quality we have a look at those in the video review below and it is certainly worth noting that you should use both apps or at least try and that is due to the Super X-FI app which does what you want and more. The app allows you see what holographic audio is like as we have discussed before.

When it comes to sound yes they deliver yet again, you have support for aptX but AAC and SBC which is fine as the app allows you some fine tuning and again you can check their both apps to allow you decide yourself from the long list of presets or make your own, highs lows and mids are fine nice bass and treble here and overall a good audio experince for the price, the ANC is not the best out there but does enough to make it passable as a feature you have also got the option to hear your surroundings too. Also on their app is an option to use low latency which is intended more so at gamers an this works fine.

Creative Outlier Pro is specially tuned to support Super X-Fi READY – a free preview version of the Super X-Fi technology, which is available through the SXFI app. Users can sample Super X-Fi headphone holography on local music content inside their phones.

See the video review below for more.

Key Features of Creative Outlier Pro

  • Hybrid ANC (feedforward/feedback mics on each earbud), Ambient Mode

  • (ANC Off) Up to 15 hours of battery life on a single charge, 60 hours including charging case. (ANC On) Up to 10 hours of battery life on a single charge, 40 hours including charging case

  • New 10 mm graphene-coated driver diaphragms

  • IPX5-certified sweatproof

  • Super X-Fi READY

Pricing and Availability

Creative Outlier Pro is priced at US$119, €89.99, £84.99 and is available at the Creative online store.

For more information on Creative Outlier Pro, visit creative.com/Outlier Pro

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First Look. House of Marley Redemption ANC 2

The recently announced House of Marley Redemption ANC have just dropped and we look forward to testing these out, The latest earbuds also has a new app which we look forward to testing out, Today we give you a first look at the new earbuds and see what is on offer with a quick unboxing and as usual a full real hands on review will be due in time, any questions feel free to ask on all out social media accounts.

Having tested their previous earbuds they have been a great audio experience over the years and popular on site and we expect no different here with the latest offering and with a new app to test I am expecting even better this time around. Stay tuned for more on techbuzzireland with full real hands on reviews and less of the stock image approach.

REDEMPTION ANC 2 FEATURES

  • Made from Bamboo, REGRIND™ Bamboo Fiber Composite, REWIND™ Cable from 99% Post Consumer PE
  • 100% Plastic free, recyclable packaging
  • Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) with Ambient Mode Feature for flexible listening no matter your surroundings
  • 6 microphone technology with ANC and Echo Noise Cancellation for crystal clear call clarity
  • 6-hour playtime, up to 24 hours total with case
  • Touch controls easily play, pause, or change music, take calls and more
  • USB-C quick charge technology (15 minutes = 2 hours playtime)
  • Water-splash resistant design (IPX5) protects against sweat and rain
  • Marley iOS/Android Application for changing EQ, ANC level, paring name, custom controls, and Firmware updates
  • Wireless Charging Case
  • 20M Range
  • 3 sizes of ear tips (S,M,L)

 

Redemption ANC 2 is available in Signature Black now at www.houseofmarley.co.uk and select retailers nationwide for RRP £149.99. Cream colour coming this summer. Download the iOS or Android apps to pair with your earbuds.

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Tech Review – FiiTii HiFiPods from MIFO

Recently here we tested out the mifo MIFO active S earbuds which are one of my favourite earbuds to date this year, well these boys are from the same company and are aimed at a different user and the company does this well with how they sound and look, however one might look at how a product is targeted this does not mean you don’t want or need them but it is how things work today and with these earbuds they are almost twice the size of the MIFO ones and a different design too which is cool by the way and overall a bigger profile and this allows for some more inside.

Th HiFiPods offer up to 70 hours battery life which is fantastic considering some headphones cant reach that even today and with their presentation too they are new brand to watch out for in my opinion. Just look at the case, it is again another cool unseen design with metal and not plastic it is just cool.

The profile is bigger as mentioned however they have a unique design and finish that stands out in the crowd which for me is a good thing, they might be too big for some and that is a standard thing these days with design elements, once fitted with the correct tips though there is great passive noise isolation straight away as there is again no app here which is fine.

These are easy to control too, the same as the previous pair we tested and of course we go through this in the video review below and overall they are quite good and consistent given their size.

The sound though is what you want to know about and these sounded brighter than the MIFO, with no app there is no option to change the sound or features however they sound good, the ANC is decent but not the best in the world and you cant access your voice assistant but I can live with this and I am sure many others can. Highs can be hard to pick out lows and mids are fine and there is some bass however not strong so overall a quite middle tone experience or bright, for videos and gaming you have latency options but there was some lag playing games from time to time but this is minute and hardly noticeable to the untrained ear and lets not forget the aptX support.

Calls are find you have a mild noise cancelling’/ ANC off setting and the ANC on and Transparency mode it still does pick up a bit of wind but the quality is fine here.

Battery life is excellent lets not mess around here it will however depend on the settings used  but for the most it is hitting the near 70 hour claim they make..

Overall they are good but the price might be a but hefty for some given they look great and come with a super cool case there is room for those to rightly claim the price is too much and missing an app but that is the earbud market today and design of features might suit some over others but the choice is yours at the end of the day.

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Jabra Amazon Prime Day Deals

Amazon Prime Day has arrived and here are the latest deals on Jabra’s true wireless earbuds range! If you need some new earbuds Jabra is one of the best places to start and do check out all our reviews too. 

Enjoy tuning into your favourite podcast, workout soundtrack or dial into work calls with ease with Jabra’s Elite range of earbuds, equipped with ANC. 

 

Jabra Elite 4 Active: Was £119.99 now £79.99

 

Black, navy, mint – the latest in Jabra’s Elite Active range, sure to stay put during your next gym session. 

Full review 

 

Jabra Elite 3: Was £79.99 now £49.99

 

Grey, navy, lilac, beige – the newest all-round earbud just got even more affordable

Full review

Jabra Elite 7 Pro: Was £199.99 now 139.99

 

Black, titanium black, gold beige – professional audio for taking calls on the go

 

Full review 

 

Jabra Elite 85t: Was £229.99 now £129.99

 

Black, copper black, grey – for superb sound quality with ANC

 

 

Full review 

Tech Review – Tronsmart Onyx Pure

The Tronsmart Onyx Pure are the latest earbuds now on offer from the brand that delivers affordable tech and quality audio, the earbuds are a standard look with a clean finish and do a good job in the audio department for the price so lets look some more into the earbuds.

The look and design is a fairly standard affair here clean and simple in a plastic housing and all looks well and the concave area where you will control the earbuds works really well and works each time virtually erasing all kinds of false controls which can often happen with earbuds.

The fit well and are an average sized earbud that will not protrude too much when fitted, tis may again be different per person as all our ears are different, once secured with the right tips you are good to go they are solid and block out external noise quite well too.

The controls as mentioned work well we have these split on both sides as expected from tronsmart but it is a simple affair with three taps being the most which in this case is to change the EQ on the left and activate your voice assistant on the right we go through all this in the video review below so check that out.

When it comes to sound they do a decent job and for the price this is taken into consideration, overall there is nice bass here, this is obtained via the left earbud, there is no app access but the EQ setting makes up for it, from my usual testing the highs lows and mids are fine in all genres and for video music gaming and more they held up well not getting tinny on maxed out volume either and no lag latency.

Calls are also fine on these not the best quality in the world they are clear but again take the price into consideration and the overall package here they do a good job for the money and a bargain for the price.

Features

  • Dynamic Driver + Balanced Armature.
  • 3 EQ Modes.
  • Clear Call.
  • One Key Recovery.
  • Up to 32 Hours of Playtime.
  • IPX5 Water Resistant.

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SHURE Has Announced Exceptional Deals For Amazon Prime Day 2022

With Amazon Prime Day right around the corner, Shure is showcasing hot deals on a variety of products. Headphones, microphones, and more are included in the deals, with certain products up to 45% off! Whether you’re looking for an excellent podcasting microphone, professional audio equipment, or superior audio for your home set-up, Shure’s Amazon Prime Day deals of 2022 are here to help.

Check out the deals below.

Shure’s full list of Prime Day deals:

AONIC Earphones
Earphones with exceptional audio for your daily audio requirements.
AONIC 215 UNI Black Sound Isolating Earphones. With 28% discount.
AONIC 215 UNI Blue Sound Isolating Earphones. With 28% discount.
AONIC 215 UNI Clear Sound Isolating Earphones. With 28% discount.
AONIC 215 UNI White Sound Isolating Earphones. With 28% discount.
AONIC 3 UNI Black Sound Isolating Earphones. With 35% discount.
AONIC 3 UNI White Sound Isolating Earphones. With 35% discount.
AONIC 4 UNI Black Sound Isolating Earphones. With 34% discount.
AONIC 4 UNI White Sound Isolating Earphones. With 34% discount.
AONIC 5 UNI Black Sound Isolating Earphones. With 34% discount.
AONIC 5 UNI Clear Sound Isolating Earphones. With 34% discount.
AONIC 5 UNI Red Sound Isolating Earphones. With 34% discount.
AONIC FREE Gray True Wireless Sound Isolation Earphones. With 45% discount.
AONIC FREE Red True Wireless Sound Isolation Earphones. With 45% discount.
AONIC 215 TW2 Blue True Wireless Sounds Isolating Earphones Gen 2. With 13% discount.
AONIC 215 TW2 Black True Wireless Sounds Isolating Earphones Gen 2. With 13% discount.

Microphones:
When you are performing or recording you need professional audio to make sure you’re heard. Shure’s microphones meet all your needs.
MV88/A Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone. With 24% discount.
MV88+ Video Kit, Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone. With 33% discount.
MVL 3.5 MM Lavalier Microphone for Smartphone or Tablet. With 26% discount.
MV88+ Stereo USB Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone. With 30% discount.
VP83 LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Microphone. With 39% discount.
VP83F LensHopper Camera-Mount Condenser Microphone with Integrated Flash Recording. With 48% discount.

Accessories:
RMCE-TW2 True Wireless Secure Fit Adaptor Gen 2. With 16% discount.

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MV88+ SE215 CL Portable Videography Kit. With 30% discount.

First Look – Urbanista SEOUL gaming earbuds

Urbanista are a brand that deliver quality audio products at affordable prices and we here are a big fan of their products, mostly known for their colorful products the company has catered for the music listener over the years, this time around these earbuds are for the gamers out there which is a nice move and I look forward to checking these out, gaming earbuds now are a growing product on the market with many manufacturers now beginning to add them to their product portfolio and we will see some of those here soon on techbuzz so stay tuned for those, check out the latest earbuds below and if you have any questions fire away.

Unrivalled Immersion
Priced at £89.90 / €89.90 / $89.90 / 899 SEK / 899 NOK / 899 DKK MRSP, Seoul boasts full compatibility with iOS, Android and other devices with Bluetooth® support, such as Nintendo Switch, and combines Urbanista’s trademark minimal Scandinavian design with a choice of four stylish colours, inspired by Seoul’s high-tech lifestyle: Midnight Black (black), Electric Blue (blue), Vivid Purple (purple), and Pearl White (white).

 

Urbanista Seoul Key Features

  • 70 ms latency mode
  • Noise-cancelling microphone
  • 8 hours Playtime
  • 32 hours of Total Playtime
  • Wireless charging case holds up to 3 charges
  • USB Type-C charging
  • Touch controls
  • IPX4 water-resistant protection
  • Siri and Google Voice Assistant
  • Silicon tips included in 3 different sizes

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Tech Review – JBL Live Pro 2 True Wireless

It is great to see some new tech from JBL and the first review we have is their latest true wireless earbuds the all new Live Pro 2 and there is plenty more to come from the brand this year and it all looks good from seeing it hands on at their launch event last month in Dublin, for the last few weeks I have been testing the latest true wireless and I have been very impressed with them.

The presentation is as always great with JBL products especially their earbuds which come in the traditional box we are all familiar with and you can see the full unboxing on our YouTube channel where we go hands on with all our tech for better context check out the presentation and unboxing HERE 

Again these can easily be an airpod alternative and most likely better due to the new features provided and again Apple have a serious competitor on their hands here given the love they get and for me these are again better and cheaper, better build looks and design too so an all round winner in those departments.

They fit really well too and again like any earbuds check out the tips and get the right fit to get the full audio experience as within the app you get to ensure the fir is right and it might take a few goes to get this right which was a bit annoying however it is worth it in the end trust me, the fit is snug once you pick the right tips great noise isolation that is notable straight away and you cant really ignore that fact when trying them out. After that you are good to go once you check out the app and we go through this in the video review so you can see what you are getting.

The app itself has plenty of features which are great and you can control your earbuds from there or from the buds themselves, also I must point out take the left side out first then the second to get both going do not take both out at the same time as I have had several ask about not being able to connect one side.

The sound is where it matters most for people and they are fantastic, they are loud punchy nice bass highs lows and mids are fine and direction, they for me are one of the best earbuds so far this year and up there a the top tier costing less money competitors and giving better sound and app options to play around with to get the right notes for you.

You have 11mm drivers in these guys and six mics so calls are also great and during my testing both ends clear, noise cancelling on these is also pretty good and one of the best ones in this area this year and you have other options to play with with ambient and hear your own voice which is not present in many earbuds today. One thing missing that could of been included was the support for aptx codec but with the app you can fine tune to your own needs and still get an excellent audio experience at a great price.

You get extra niceties with wireless charging and quick charge too which helps and also what is cool is the use of Google assistant again we demo this in the video below so do check that out for more details. You also get dual connect and you have an IPX5 rating. On a budget of the asking price then? Pick these up you will not be disappointed.

 

JBL LIVE Pro 2 Features:

●      JBL’s Signature Sound from 11mm drivers

●      Up to 40 hours of playback time (10 hours in the earbud; 30 hours from charging case)

●      True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with smart ambient

●      6 microphones with noise and wind isolation technology

●      Dual Connect + Sync with Google Fast Pair

●      Hands-Free Voice Control with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant

●      All Access Touch Control or use via the dedicated JBL headphone app

●      IPX 5 rating (waterproof and sweatproof)

●      Speed charge 15 mins = 4 hours

●      Qi compatible charging

●      Price: €149

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The world’s first transformable TWS earbuds, the JBL Tune Flex with ‘Sound Fit’ technology

Listen your way with the newest addition to the JBL Tune series. The first earbuds to feature JBL’s ‘Sound Fit’, the Tune Flex TWS earbuds deliver personalised sound with the perfect fit for every lifestyle.

One pair of earbuds, two different listening styles. Stay connected to your surroundings with the natural, open design or pop on a pair of the sealing ear tips – there’s three sizes included – to block out distractions and prevent sound leakage. Flex between the open or sealed design and then further personalise performance with ‘Sound Fit’ via the JBL Headphones app.
Earbuds that move through your day with you. JBL Tune Flex brings six modes of ANC tuning so whether using open or sealed eartips, on the go or at home, you can choose the best noise cancelling experience to suit you.
Listen up no matter where you’re going. With JBL Pure Bass Sound, the JBL Tune Flex is engineered to keep listeners inspired throughout the day. With up to 8-hour battery life in the earbuds and up to 24 more in the case, performance is never compromised – whether it’s talking to friends, travelling abroad or relaxing at home.

Flip open and pair with your device – you’re connected for calls, music and more. With Dual Connect, you’re good with one earbud or both, plus 4 different microphones so you can take your calls hassle free. Connect with your surroundings using the hands free voice control with Google Assistant.

Built to last, the JBL Tune Flex is designed with style and substance in mind. Vibrant or classic, choose from three colourways (black, blue or white) or dare to be bold with the JBL Tune Flex Ghost special edition – whip out the purple, black or white depending on your style.
The JBL Tune Flex earbuds come in JBL’s latest eco-friendly packaging and are available in September from uk.jbl.com for £89.99.

Features of the JBL Tune Flex:

●       JBL Pure Bass Sound

●       Active Noise Cancelling (2-Mic) with Smart Ambient

●       4 microphones for crisp, clear calls

●       JBL sound fit – open ear and sealing ear tips

●       3 sizes of sealing ear tips

●       Up to 8H in the earbuds + 24H in the case with ANC off

●       Speed charge

●       IPX4 splash proof certified

●       Hands-Free Voice Control with Google Assistant

●       Customisable all-access touch control through the JBL Headphones App