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Tech Review – Edifier WH700NB ANC Headphones

The Edifier WH700NB ANC Headphones are the latest cans on offer from the brand that delivers great audio experiences at affordable price which for me puts it up to other headphones that are overpriced with a clean look and comfortable finish they have another winner here.

The presentation is low key here with simple packaging and no hard case given this time however this is fine, the headset is robust and no creaks on twisting it about and they do fold up for travelling and could be placed in order carry cases if you have any.

They have a ratchet style extension arm each side which is solid and will stay in place, the cups are comfortable and can be used for hours on end and the headband is too with no clamping effect notice during my many hours of testing.

The controls are all on one side here again and easy to use and navigate giving you a clean and easy task to get things done with your controls which we demo in the video review below.

You have small but definitive buttons here even for my big fingers there was no issue doing what I wanted but then you have the Edifier connect app to that will help you also with controls.

We have play/pause skip and reverse tracks volume control and access to your voice assistant and of course call management.

There is a dedicated multifunction key too for ANC control on this key you can turn on/off ANC and switch ambient sound on and off.

The sound is excellent with decent due to being equipped with 40mm dynamic drivers coated in titanium, volume too how I like it, the ANC is also decent too highs lows and mids no issue and listening to all genres and some movies of course delivered an excellent audio experience with the ANC and volume turned up to the max and not hearing a thing going on outside which is how I like it, there is game mode too so if you are a gamer you will enjoy this, gaming is not a huge thing on my list but I do from time to time play so on the phone and it works really well.

Call quality is also rather good here for the few calls taken and a zoom session, and battery life is up there with some of the best on the market too with high end brands. We also have dual connection here so for me working on my laptop an using my phone all day this works really well and will do for anyone in similar positions which there is many of out there today.

There is no lag latency no tinny sound maxed out on volume or on any EQ setting so for me overall another great pair of headphones almost as good as their WH950NB Hi-Res audio headphones.

 

The Edifier connect app

 

Features 

     Enhanced Active Noise Cancellation Experience advanced multi-mode active noise cancellation designed for both outdoor and indoor environments, including commuting, library, airplane, and underground use.

·         Up to 68 Hours Playback Time

·         Crystal-Clear Call Clarity Powered by advanced Al algorithms and a single microphone with DNN noise cancellation, the headphones picks up the human voice clearly even under noisy conditions. Effortlessly engage in hands-free calls or tele-conferences with impeccable clarity.

·         Equipped with 40mm dynamic drivers coated in Titanium, the WH700NB headphones deliver deep, impactful bass and crystal-clear high frequencies.

·         Fully Foldable For a Comfortable Use Designed for your comfort, the W700NB headphones boast skin-friendly ear cushions and a soft-toned headband. The foldable and compact design enhances portability, making them your ideal on-the-go companions.

·         Seamless Dual Device Connectivity The headphone can connect two source devices at the same time. Seamlessly transition between music, online meetings, videos, and calls across two different devices.

·         Customized App Control Unlock a realm of possibilities through the Edifier Connect app. Tailor your listening experience with 4 preset EQ settings, soothing sounds, customizable button configurations, and more. Your audio preferences, your way.

 

Overall here for the money Edifier has once again delivered on a well balanced pair of headphones with a clean look and plenty of features at your disposal including access to their Edifier Connect app which is also clean and simple to use and if you want good sound at a really affordable price here it is on one package that you cant complain about.

 

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Tech Review – Shure AONIC 50 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Gen 2

The Shure AONIC 50 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Gen 2 have been on my bonce the last few weeks and is their latest cans on offer and as promised we will doing more headphone reviews over earbuds but keeping the pace going on both.

Presentation to begin with is excellent here as seen below in the unboxing a review and you get nicely laid out instructions in the box and lots of detail on the box which is not cheaply made, you also get a hard case for travelling and storing away when not in use and you should use this by the way to get more longevity out of them

The build quality is top notch here with plus ear cups and headband which makes for comfortable listening for hours which is nice, the top of the headband has a leather finish giving them a premium look.

The controls are all on one side and you have all the requirements needed here by the usual combination of taps which are as follows.

Check battery level – Double Press power button

Play and Pause – Press center button

Skip track – Double press centre

Reverse Track –  Triple press center ( I feel these would have been better placed on the volume keys with a long press)

Volume – Volume up/down key press once.

Voice Assistant – Again sees you pressing the center button.  So effectively the center button is an MFB ( Multifunctional Button)

The sound

There is three modes to start with and you should check these out.

  • Music Mode: enables users to experience listening through high-end speakers and is the most subtle, maintaining the original source material.

  • Cinema Mode: emulates the low frequency excitement that users experience in a theatre that employs subwoofers for an immersive, larger-than-life sound through clarity, presence, and natural sounding dialogue.

  • Podcast Mode: brings the voice of a user’s favourite podcast host closer to their ears.

Unlike some earbuds or headphones there is a notable difference here between these and this again is subjective to one’s audio taste but for me these work well and are excellent and give you all angles to get a feel for how audio works if you have not tried such before. Also in the app as you can see in the screenshots you can pick between the EQ settings, again a must have and you must try this it is again yes you guessed, excellent.

 

ShurePlus PLAY App 

 

Additional Features and Benefits:

  • Enhanced Environment Mode: Immerse yourself in the outside world with a simple switch. The adjustable slider on the ShurePlus™ PLAY app lets you refine the ambience settings to your liking.

  • Extended Battery Life: Holds up to 45 hours of battery life with quick charging capabilities, more than doubling runtime from the earlier generation. The quick charge feature provides up to five hours of use with only 15 minutes of charge.

  • Customizable EQ: Choose from a variety of presets or create your own personalized sound profile using the ShurePlus™ PLAY app. Save your settings directly to the headphones for a seamless and personalized audio experience across different apps and devices.

  • Crystal Clear Communication: Experience superior call quality with beamforming microphone technology and proprietary automatic gain control (AGC) settings. Leveraging six microphones, the precision-engineered system adjusts automatically to minimize surrounding noises, providing unmatched clarity for video calls and phone conversations.

  • Cutting-Edge Bluetooth® 5 Wireless Technology: Seamlessly connect to your phone, tablet, or laptop with the class one transmitter, offering enhanced stability and a remarkable range of up to 100 meters.

  • Premium Headphone Amplifier: Enjoy support for Snapdragon Sound™ with Qualcomm® aptX™ Adaptive technology for high-res music streaming, and AAC, SBC, and LDAC codecs.

Overall these are the best yet I have tried from Shure when it comes to headphones and their app is also excellent giving them more justification for their high price they are comfortable to wear for long periods of time and when it comes to the audio experience you have more than enough at your fingertips to get the desired audio experience you need and it is a joy to wear them and block out the outside world.

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Tech Review – TOZO HT2 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

The TOZO HT2 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones have been on my head the last while and a pair of headphones I have been looking forward to testing out. TOZO is a new brand on my radar now after testing many of their products and they have been consistent in delivering good quality products and audio to date and also a nice smartwatch called the TOZO S3 which we recently tested out and their newest earbuds the TOZO T12 Tonal Dots they also have some open ear headphones called the Open Buds which again an excellent product.

With TOZO I have openly said they need headphones and we finally got them and after spending some time with them the wait was worth it. I am now shifting to headphones more so than earbuds as I constantly have earbuds all week long in my ears and could not wait to test these and they did not disappoint at all.

They are really clean to look at and unlike other brands they do not scream their name, they are plain and I do give out about plain earbuds and being one colour but TOZO is a new brand to many and they get away with it this time round I would like to see more colours later on but not an issue right now.

They are light and comfortable to wear for long sessions which I do quite regularly either listening to music or watching films I test the like for a living and go into my element and I got what I expected here, loud crisp clear sound when watching new movies and excellent audio when listening to my playlist that I use for testing and with their app the experince is enhanced giving you control over your audio.

For me it is volume to the max and forget about everything else that is going on. No lag latency no tinny sound and just a great audio experince for the price overall, the buttons work well albeit they are small but worked well after spending some time with them, all features are present such as volume control skip and reverse tracks call management and voice assistant access.

You also have transparency mode and wind reduction and noise cancellation thrown in for good measure making them more appealing for their price. I am hoping now they make another pair of cans soon but as for these for the price you can’t go wrong. See the video review for more and a look at their app and features.

The App

TOZO App – techbuzzireland

Features 

  • [ANC & ENC Noise Cancellation] Featuring a hybrid ANC algorithm and 3 ANC microphones, TOZO HT2 deliver exceptional noise control across a wide frequency range. Whether it’s the roar of airplane engines, subway rumble, or office chatter, it effectively minimizes noise interference, ensuring an unparalleled listening experience. In addition, the excellent ENC call noise cancellation makes it possible for you to talk clearly even in noisy streets.
  • [Up to 60 Hours of Playtime] With up to 60 hours of listening time of our over ear headphones in ANC OFF mode, triple as much as other Bluetooth headphones. A single charge gives you enough juice to listen to over 700 songs or soundtrack multiple long haul flights. Also equipped with a 3.5mm audio cable, you can effortlessly transition to a wired mode when the battery has run out, guaranteeing uninterrupted listening.
  • [Both Wired and Wireless Connections] Equipped with dual 40mm drivers, TOZO HT2 bring you superior Hi-Res audio sound with a well-balanced deep bass, make you have a better listening experience. Plus, it breaks the single connection method, support both wireless and wired connection. When with wired connection, custom oversized 40 mm dynamic drivers produce Hi-Res sound for extraordinary clarity and detail.
  • [All-day Comfort & Adjustable Design] TOZO HT2 uses ultra-soft protein leather earcups, which allows you to wear it for a long time without feeling uncomfortable. The earmuffs can also automatically adjust the angle to suit users with different head shapes. Making them the ideal headphones to work from home or watch your favorite movie.
  • [Foldable Design] The foldable and lightweight design allows you to fold and place the headphones anywhere, you can easily fold the headphones into carrying bags and travel cases, taking up less space in your backpack, which are perfect for travel, sports and everyday use.
  • [Intelligent TOZO APP] Enjoy different styles of music with TOZO APP, offering a various selection of EQs to tailor the sound to your preferences. With the convenience of TOZO APP, you can easily switch between different EQs and enjoy your favorite music anytime, anywhere for the ultimate personalized listening experience.

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Lexip Follows the Way of the Ninja, Bringing its Stunning Range of Licensed Naruto Shippuden Accessories to UK Gamers

Lexip a leading manufacturer of high-end PC and console accessories, part of the Pixminds group, announced today the UK launch of a new range of Naruto Shippuden licensed accessories, designed in collaboration with Tsume Art, a world-renowned design agency specialising in the creation of quality products inspired by the world of manga, anime and video games.
The new licensed range of Naruto Shippuden accessories, marks Lexip’s first foray into the UK hardware scene, after long being established as a leading brand of choice by gamers across Europe and North America since 2018. Known for thoughtful design, state-of-the-art features, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Lexip is pleased to be bringing a full range of products to UK gamers, starting with the Naruto Shippuden range which marries their signature quality with stunning artwork led by Tsume Art.
The internationally acclaimed anime series, Naruto Shippuden, is regarded as an epic masterpiece, spanning 500 episodes, and telling the story of teenage ninja Naruto Uzemaki and his allies, as he follows his quest to become the greatest ninja in the land.
Bringing key characters of the Naruto Shippuden saga to life in stunning detail, the new Lexip range includes twelve jaw-dropping products grouped into three distinct character ranges from the show: Sasuke, Kakashi and Madara.
With Lexip’s legendary attention to detail, the licensed range is a shining example of how to do justice to a beloved franchise, with each product lovingly crafted by renowned creator Cyril Marchiol from Tsume Art. The razor-sharp details of shuriken’s, armour, horns, and wings which feature so heavily in the TV show, come to life via the unique transparent materials featured in the product’s engineering, with intricate design details highlighted via the reflections found in ambient light. Fans of the show will be certain to find each product loaded with Easter eggs from the show, and which any self-respecting anime fan is sure to adore.
Each of the three character ranges consist of four distinct products, a low-friction Mouse Pad, a state-of-the art Optical Mouse, an advanced Wireless Bluetooth® Headset and an ergonomic Wireless Controller. Features of each product in the range are as follows:
Naruto Shippuden Wireless Controller (Sasuke / Kakashi / Madara):
The Naruto Shippuden Wireless Controller has been expertly crafted, bringing the stunning details of the anime series to life. Key elements of scenes taken directly from the show feature via an ultra-detailed sculpture extending over the entire front of the controller. Featuring a rock solid 2.4GHz wireless connection, the controller includes four programmable buttons, dual vibration feedback and a 600mAh lithium-ion polymer battery. With the prestigious German Design Awards recognising the Wireless Controller ergonomics as the “best in the industry”, the new Lexip x Tsume series is the hardware of choice by the LxP Valiant team, French Valorant™ champions and third in the world in Fortnite™.
Naruto Shippuden Mouse Pad (Sasuke / Kakashi / Madara):
The licensed Naruto Shippuden Mouse Pad features a strikingly broody design paying homage to the show. With unique stylization, detailed artwork, power button and even the colour of its illuminated outline themed to appeal to fans, the Mouse Pad has been designed to stand up to the most rigorous of gaming sessions, thanks to the rigid structure and micro-textured surface, engineered to maximise precision and comfort. Even better when used in combination with the Naruto Shippuden Mouse whose patented ceramic feet have been designed in conjunction with the Mouse Pad surface.
Naruto Shippuden Optical Mouse (Sasuke / Kakashi / Madara):
Engineered for sustained gaming sessions, the Naruto Shippuden Optical Mouse range features beautifully sculptured designs of weapons wielded by each hero used at crucial moments in the show. The Optical Mouse integrates two flagship Lexip technologies: extremely comfortable ceramic feet facilitating fast and precise movement, and a thumb joystick allowing for easy in-game navigation, fully configurable via dedicated free software. With 12 programmable actions and a powerful PAW3327 optical sensor which can be adjusted from 100 to 12,000 DPI, the Optical Mouse has been designed to dominate and is even better when used in combination with the Mouse Pad, as the surface has been designed in conjunction with the Optical Mouse’s ceramic gliding feet.
Naruto Shippuden Wireless Bluetooth Headset (Sasuke / Kakashi / Madara):
The Naruto Shippuden Wireless Bluetooth Headset features intricately detailed artwork, engravings and sculptures taken directly from scenes of the show and features them on the reinforced metal frame, microphone and the interior seams of the headband. Utilizing powerful wireless Bluetooth technology, the headset includes a fully detachable microphone, and its high-quality sound profile is fully configurable via a dedicated equalizer.
Lionel Chataignier, President of Lexip (Pixminds group), commented, “We believe that Lexip products offer best-in-class design and value in the competitive PC and console hardware sector. We design our products in-house with a relentless commitment to excellence through our quality customer service and supporting our gaming community. We’re thrilled to be bringing our range of Lexip products to the UK, and the licensed Naruto Shippuden range serves as an ideal introduction to Lexip for the discerning UK audience.”

The new licensed Lexip Naruto Shippuden Range is available now from Amazon and coming soon to other leading retailers

For more information and full product specifications of the Lexip range of licensed Naruto Shippuden products, please visit: https://lexip.co

Tech Review – Skullcandy GROM Wireless headphones for kids

The Skullcandy GROM Wireless headphones for kids are a new range of headphones that also come in a wired version for kids that want the best in audio and simplicity to use with no fuss and these super lightweight headphones do all this and keep it simple. They are very comfortable to wear too by the way and no clamping effect like some headphones suffer with.

The presentation is as we expect from Skullcandy and that is one that will stand out and kept simple too and the same for inside the box with some leaflets cables and we also get some stickers now which is nice and destined for my new laptop.

The headphones could not be easier to use with all the controls on one side and you can tap the cup to make some commands which is super simple and means no buttons for kids to be fooling around with, I like this idea and we have seen gesture controlled headphones before but this idea work just as well. You also have a port to share your audio with someone else too which is neat.

All the controls are on one side of which allows you to pair up, use your voice assistant skip and reverse tracks and volume control you can also control your calls here too. With the volume wheel you can override the volume and you need to give a slightly more hard push to move it along and get to the max volume which is decent and of course safe protecting kids ears.

There is no app here again kept simple and they just connect via Bluetooth and job done if you run out of juice you can still use the traditional route of the 3.5mm cable provided in the box.

When it comes to sound well they are for kids and I have to take into consideration my thoughts and the thoughts of others and being honest it is perfectly fine and with the Skullcandy signature sound kids will not be disappointed and the music is crisp and clear with no distortion or lag latency noted during my testing, highs lows and mids all fine too and any genre of music will sound great and for all the family and relations kids that tested them where happy.

Check the video below for all the details and how to use the latest kids headphones from Skullcandy.

 

GROM WIRELESS KEY FEATURES

SUPREME SOUND TM:

  • Premium sound quality for music, movies, and podcasts
  • Comfortable over-ear kid-sized fit
  • Share Audio Port for shared experiences
  • Removable aux cable included

 

FEARLESS USE TM:

  • Up to 40 hours of battery life
  • Designed for kids age 6+
  • Volume limited to 85dB for safety
  • Adjustable fit headband strap
  • Collapsible design with kid-safe hinges

 

SIMPLIFY YOUR LISTENING TM:

  • Easy-to-use button on the earcup for calls and media control
  • Power button for entering Pairing Mode
  • Volume Limit Override on the Volume Wheel for clear audio in louder environments

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Skullcandy launch GROM WIRED and GROM WIRELESS – The Ultimate Headphones for Kids!

Introducing Skullcandy Grom Wired and Grom Wireless, where style meets functionality for kids who deserve the best in audio. Wired: Most kids’ headphones resemble toys, a sentiment shared by both kids and adults alike. However, with Skullcandy Supreme Sound, intuitive earcup controls, a fit tailored for kids, and a sleek modern design, Grom defies the toy stereotype.

Grom Wireless takes it a step further, offering premium headphone quality with the added bonus of total wireless freedom. Featuring Skullcandy Supreme Sound, user-friendly earcup controls, an impressive 40-hour battery life, a specially crafted fit for kids, and a sophisticated modern aesthetic, Grom Wireless surpasses the competition, putting many high-end brands to shame. Elevate your child’s audio experience with Grom and Grom Wireless, where play meets performance.

Pricing

  • Grom Wireless: £34.99
  • Grom Wired: £24.99

GROM WIRED KEY FEATURES

SUPREME SOUND TM

  • Premium sound quality for music, movies, and podcasts
  • Comfortable over-ear kid-sized fit
  • Share Audio Port for a shared experience
  • Aux cable included for versatile connectivity

FEARLESS USE TM:

  • Specifically designed for kids aged 6 and above
  • Volume limited to 85dB for safe listening
  • Adjustable fit headband strap for comfort
  • Collapsible design with kid-safe hinges to prevent finger pinching

SIMPLIFY YOUR LISTENING TM:

  • Large, easy-to-use button on the earcup for call and media controls
  • Activates device’s voice assistant for hands-free operation
  • Volume Limit Override via the volume wheel for clear audio in louder environments

GROM WIRELESS KEY FEATURES

SUPREME SOUND TM:

  • Premium sound quality for music, movies, and podcasts
  • Comfortable over-ear kid-sized fit
  • Share Audio Port for shared experiences
  • Removable aux cable included

FEARLESS USE TM:

  • Up to 40 hours of battery life
  • Designed for kids age 6+
  • Volume limited to 85dB for safety
  • Adjustable fit headband strap
  • Collapsible design with kid-safe hinges

SIMPLIFY YOUR LISTENING TM:

  • Easy-to-use button on the earcup for calls and media control
  • Power button for entering Pairing Mode
  • Volume Limit Override on the Volume Wheel for clear audio in louder environments

Tech Review – Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones

I am a huge headphone fan as my readers know and the same for earbuds applies to but just how huge can headphones get? The Dyson Zone would easily be the biggest pair of cans to test to date with with a premium build quality to boot so I did not really mind testing these out in the wild looking like something from a Marvel series and of course had people talking, even at home when first showing family and friends they were all like WTF are they and rightly so as they are not the usual type of headphones people see me with nor are they a common site on the streets today.

We wont go along with the “our testers” approach on this review and show you exactly how they work and what they look like for context like all our reviews and in the video review we go into that even more of this and an in depth look at the app that comes with them which gives you stats galore and most importantly what the air you breathe is like which for some today is a vital part of their daily life.

In the unboxing you will get a first glance at what is involved here and setting up after that is not a huge deal either apart from the ten minute software update I had to endure before getting them into action, you will be asked to insert the filters and mask first though then sit back and wait before you can get going, you will be asked for location however you can set it to a desired location but this will be inaccurate if you are travelling around  and what the air condition is like. I suffer sometimes with asthma so for me it is an ideal product to have at my disposal.

Out of the box they are a tad heavy and cumbersome which I do not mind but once on the head they give great passive noise isolation and are comfortable, even the mask up front did not get in the way but it is not something I would sport all day long being honest but respect the purpose of it and why it is there and that works by the way with the fans keeping you cool which has different speed levels too.

OK so the purpose of these is not just for music it is to keep you filtered away from pollution and this works really well I felt better just using them and tested these in several locations around Ireland as I was travelling and you can really feel how clean the air is you breathe so to speak and it is something you need to experince for yourself to get what I mean and you can be confident about cleaner air.

There is a notification setting on the app should your filters need to be replaced too which is hand and these are simple to replace by simply twisting off the headphone cap and swapping them out and can be bought within the app itself these should last some time by the way unless you are one to be out daily using them.

The Dyson Zone solution

The Dyson Zone headphones are engineered to tackle the dual challenges of city noise and air pollution. Powered by advanced lithium-ion batteries and USB-C charging, the headphones offer 50 hours of audio-only run-time, or 4 hours of combined purification and audio run-time, charging to 100% in 3 hours.

The Dyson Zone headphones are born of Dyson’s 30 years of expertise in airflow, filtration and motors technologies and deep understanding of indoor and outdoor air quality. The compressors in each ear cup draw air through the dual-layer filters and project two streams of purified air to the wearer’s nose and mouth, channeled through the non-contact detachable visor. Electrostatic filters capture 99% of particle pollution as small as 0.1 microns², whilst K-Carbon, potassium-enriched carbon filters target prevalent acidic gases most associated with city pollution, including NO₂ and SO₂.

 

The App

 

Next up is the sound department which I am happy to report is superb as you can see above there is an app with EQ settings and this allows you customise them to and extent I would have like to see more in here however anyone that I let try them out in the family and friends circle where as impressed as I was here with how these sounded and from a person that does the most headphone and earphone reviews in Ireland these stood out with the clarity of the audio given here which is great considering the price on them, they are up there with the best in the game when it comes to the audio and hopefully their app gets better over time with new features.

Highs lows and mids all great nice bass and decently loud volume which is how I like it, no lag latency no distortion when maxed out on volume either and simply just great not missing a beat nor instrumentals and background noise in films and so on you will be happy with the audio experience trust me.

Dyson Zone headphone controls – techbuzzireland

The controls are also great with a navi pad type option here which allows to to manage just about everything on them like skip and reverse tracks play and pause higher and lower the volume and access your voice assistant, you can also double tap the cup to change the noise cancelling effects and so on and this also worked well aside all the tech that is on the cup itself.

Overall then my conclusion is these will not be for everyone but this also should be kept in mind as the saying goes “do not knock it until you try it” as for the face visor it might put people off but it can be removed which then takes away the purpose of buying them as a whole they sound is fantastic and that is important as well as breathing in clean air on the go, they are a tad cumbersome but you can forgive it when you look a the package as a whole.

Features on sound· 

Fly the world twice: The Dyson Zone™ noise-cancelling headphones provides users up to 50 hours¹ of ultra-low distortion audio, advanced noise cancellation and faithful, full-spectrum audio reproduction.

· Advanced noise cancelling: 11 microphones feature within the product. The ANC system uses eight to reduce the sound of the city up to 38 dB these microphones monitor surrounding sounds 384,000 times a second.

· Faithful, full-spectrum audio: The Dyson Zone™ goes beyond the audible to reproduce frequencies from 6Hz-21kHz, ensuring every note or word is heard.

· Ultra-low distortion: The speaker driver and electronics, mechanical system, materials, and acoustics have been carefully designed to minimise distortion. The driver output is further equalised by intelligent signal processing 48,000 times a second which combines with the noise cancellation to neutralise harmonic distortion to inaudible levels across the full frequency range (0.08% @ 94dB @1kHz).

· Scientifically tuned to hear more detail: A unique EQ setting optimises the frequency curve for clear, pure audio across the full audible frequency range.

· High-efficiency filtration to tackle pollution on-the-go: A detachable visor projects purified air to the wearer’s nose and mouth. Electrostatic filters capture 99% of particle pollution as small as 0.1 microns², whilst K-Carbon, potassium-enriched carbon filters target prevalent acidic gases most associated with city pollution.

· Immersive listening, engineered for comfort: Through testing on diverse head sizes and geometries the headphones achieve the same immersive, audio for all.

· Telephony: Dual microphone beamforming and noise suppression technology enable clear voice calls, voice recording and voice control.

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First Look – The Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones

This is Dyson’s first wearable and being a tech reviewer that goes hands on with more headphones and earbuds than anyone in Ireland this is a different approach than your typical pair of headphones and we look forward to testing these out for ourselves over the coming weeks as we go full hands on with them and find out what is on offer here.

Dyson engineers had to think about comfort in a new way. Detailed research into head and face geometries meant engineers could measure how the Dyson Zone air purifying headphones would sit on and perform on different heads– informing the clamp force of the headband, the geometry and materials of the visor, the adjustability of the machine and much more.

Taking inspiration from the shape and design of a horse’s saddle, the Dyson Zone is engineered to distribute weight over the sides of the head, rather than on the top. A saddle typically curves over the horse’s spine distributing the load through contact with the areas left and right of the backbone – a format used for the central cushion on the headband.

The development of the ear cushions is important for three reasons: comfort, on-head stability, and passive attenuation. Foam is an obvious choice for ear cushions, but Dyson engineers dug deep into the make-up of different foams to choose the most suitable material based on density, rate of compression and spring-back rate – all of which change the way pressure translates onto the head.

When choosing the optimal foam for the ear and headband cushions, it was important to balance the comfort it provides, its stability when moulded to the ear, but critically the acoustic benefit it provides. Moulding around the ear increases the size of the contact points providing better sealing – and inhibiting additional urban noise entering the ear. The cushion is purposefully flatter than conventional ear cushions for both attenuation and comfort, and the cushions are angled in line with the angle of the ear on the head for optimal comfort.

The Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones are available in stores and online at www.dyson.ie

Check out the first look and tour of these headphones below and stay tuned for a full hands on review in the coming weeks any questions drop em in the comments on our social media and YouTube.

First Look at the Dyson Zone air-purifying headphones

Tech Review – Final VR2000 gaming earphones with immersive gaming and 3D audio experience

The Final VR2000 gaming earphones are more tailored for those into the gaming world and want that bit more when it comes to the audio experience as it is important in certain games and gives you an immersive experince which for me can be vital and enhances the gameplay overall.

With the VR2000 which for me is an oddly shaped earbud but fits well gives you this with simplicity and just an in-line mic with remote to control volume and so on,depending on your source be it a console of mobile phone this is handy for use, I have tried on mobile laptop PS 5 and X-Box and it worked well on all. If you fancy a bit of VR well then these earphones also enhance the game even more and hopefully the VR offerings out there ramp up again as it has died off and me being a huge fan of VR these earphones will certainly be welcome to have as an extra.

As the company states,

Whether playing a first-person shooter, exploring virtual worlds, relaxing to mediative ASMR or listening to a live jazz recording – the VR2000 will transport you into the heart of the action and deliver an experience like never before with no sound going unheard. Hear distant footsteps and gunfire as though you were in battle yourself. Feel every reaction from a stadium full of thousands of spectators. Transport yourself to a 1970’s jazz club and hear every note played as though you were there.

 

As a simple plug in with nothing else to do it is hard to fathom how good earphones have got at this level with hearing sounds you may have missed before as stated above to give you more clarity better audio and a real immersive experience you should give these a go and even for general music they do a great job to so it is a win if you fancy a clean crisp and clear immersive experience not costing you a fortune either. The inline remote works a treat too and is simple to use for any gamer or user.

Features 

Housing: ABS
Driver Type: 6mm ‘fCore DU’ Dynamic Driver
Colour: Olive Green
Cable: OFC with in-line microphone
Cable Length: 1.2m
Sensitivity: 102dB
Impedance: 18Ω
Weight: 20g
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