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Tech Review – The Eachine E520s 720p drone. Great for starting off with. #Drones #Tech

I am no drone expert so lets get that out of the way nor claim to be one however I am seeing many people in the tech world touring €400 is what you call an affordable drone which is utter bullshit. OK the brand in question is DJI that make good drones dont get me wrong but the constant push at €400 and affordable is BS and should be ignored unless you are using in a professional capacity and have being flying drones before and have had the practice of their basic functions before you go and shed out big money on the more expensive ones.

Drones come in all shapes and sizes and of course price point and can be picked up cheap as the one in this review for example. If you are new to drones start out on the smaller cheap scale to get the skills to understand how they work rather than shell out and lose your affordable €400 drone and be pissed off for a long time over it, At least loosing a cheap drone is not a big deal and a fraction of the price.

This drone comes in several variants and all cheap but can go up much higher and here is where to start. I have lost a drone and I know many other who have only my first drone loss was non expensive and I got over it however I know some folk who have lost expensive ones going in with the expert approach and never flew a drone before and I just laugh.

This drone has all the features of more expensive drones bar the camera quality and it is sufficient to have fun and learn the basics before you move up to more expensive gear, As with many drones battery life is the problem but you can purchase separate batteries to have longer sessions and fun and get shots you could never do otherwise and drones are a new approach to getting things done in more ways than one. You can configure your package here with this drone with battery quantity,camera quality and more which I think is great.

It is simple to setup use and learn the basics with easy to use controls on the joypad or use the on screen controls from your smartphone with basis toggles again on both to capture images,record videos and do basic commands controlling it. This is a first of several drones I will be checking out and this time around I had brutal weather and it was windy which made it hard to get good stabilised footage but I went out to see what it was capable of doing in such conditions and the results are good given the poor camera on this but the day footage is good enough and a great way to get started before you get the skills and knowledge built up and shed out truck loads of money for the likes of DJI and so on.

Features:

– With foldable arm, small size, easy to carry.
– GPS positioning mode provides a more accurate flight.
– With 5G / 2.4G wifi function can be connected APP, APK system to take pictures/video, real-time transmission through the phone camera image
– 5G wifi fpv distance up to 250m.
– Optional 720P / 2.4G WiFi 1080P / 5G WiFi 1080P / 2.4G WiFi 4K HD / 5G WiFi 4K HD camera give wide range high denfinition pictures and video.
– Follow me: the aircraft will fix the controlling cellphone and follow the operator whichever direction he moves.
– With altitude hold mode function provides stable flight.
– Surround action will enable the aircraft flying in a circle, providing cooler shooting perspective.
– Waypoint flight mode, just draw a route on the screen, the copter as the give path.
– With 7.4V 1200mAh battery, the fly time up to 16 mins.
– With Headless Mode,no need to adjust the position of aircraft before flying .
– With One key to return function makes it easily to find the way home.
– One Key Takeoff /Landing. One press automatically taking off or landing, the drone will take off or go back to the position where it took off.
– With low power protection overcurrent protection.
– 2.4GHz Technology Adopted for Anti-Interference.
– 4 Channel which can do ascend, descend, forward, backward, left sideward fly, right sideward fly.
– 6-axis g-yro which can have more stable flying and be easy to control.
– It have 3-level flight speed to switch that can make more fun with the flying.
– The quadcopter fuselage is made of high strength and resistant engineering plastics,lightweight and durable resistance.

Function: Up/down, Forward/backward, Turn left/right, Sideward flight, 3-level flight speed, LED Light, GPS Positioning, Follow Me, Surrounding Flight, Waypoint Flight, Altitude Hold Mode, Headless Mode, One Key Return, One Key Takeoff /Landing, WiFi FPV, Camera/Video

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Tech Review – Edifier TWS NB2. #TrueWireless #Edifier #TWSNB2

Edifiers latest true wireless earbuds take some design language from the TWS NB which on their own are one of my favourite earbuds still today and in my top ten which is some feat considering the amount of True Wireless we test here which is the biggest range in Ireland. The TWS NB2 have a stem on board and you can easily see a smaller earbud too with a different approach but do they stand up to the test and beat the former?

They come in a nice case to start with and USB- C charging which is great and also sports the edifier connect app which gives you some room to change the experience, First the looks, they look great they look sharp with sharp looking corners but they don’t hurt or dig into your hand when holding them as they have a tapered finish with a metallic look but they are made from plastic however strong like the original TWSNB.

The comfort is quite quite nice and much of the outside world is blocked out when fitted with the right tips this is important for any earbud they are on the thicker side with the stems but nice with more of a tapered approach rather than a straight stem which is more commonplace. The touch area is better here and similar to the TWS NB you have a bigger area to paly with that makes the command easier and a 100% accuracy rate once you get the hang of them and I cant complain here, there is some features missing but minor and we go into all this in the video below where we look at the app and the controls and what you need to do.

ANC is great on these and again pass my testing standards, I have a fan beside my bed for white noise and in general they block out pretty much everything especially indoors, outdoors too is even good here, When it comes to the sound this is what most people are here for and I am glad to report they are excellent and Edifier never fail in this department with their signature sound, these get plenty aloud have a nice level of bass great direction and centre staged, for me using them on my typical test loops they are a win, highs lows and mids are on par. Netflix, YouTube and music is all great and calls too, battery life also is another win up at the higher end when it comes to True Wireless so overall you will not be disappointed with there and anyone that uses the edifier brand life myself on a constant basis will be well please with these and easy recommendation from me and for the price you cant go wrong for a solid product. See the video for more.

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Features
• True wireless earbuds with Hybrid active noise cancelling technology
• Quick Ambient Mode enables you to hear the environment sound such as the traffic or flight announcements
• 10mm driver with composite diaphragm delivers music with a wider soundstage
• Dual-mic noise cancellation ensures the clarity of phone calls
• With wearing detection, the music is automatically played/paused the moment you insert/remove earbuds
• The left and right earbuds have master-slave switch function for mono or stereo use
• Personalize your settings and find more via EDIFIER CONNECT APP

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Tech Review – Gaston Luga SPLÄSH 13″ BLACK backpack. #anyhwerewithgl

In need a of a new backpack/tech pack that looks nice well Gaston Luga have launched a new range of bags to check out and these backs are made with quality materials look great and offer a wide range of designs for the customer with premium materials used they look great too for those who are fashion conscious. The Splash 13 Black which we have checked out is ideal for those trips to college or just to the local park or internet cafe when normal time resume and is a comfortable fit too and has padding in all the right areas it is also waterproof and made from vegan leather and feels really nice to the touch.

With easy to clean material and padded zipper pockets your good are safe inside the backpack and it is spacious you can easily fit in a laptop, notebook jacket, power cables and a portable charger and it is ideal for anyone who wants something that looks current and that has just the right amount of storage space to pack what you need rather than overpack carrying things you may not necessarily need..

Check out the video below for more on the backpack and also get 15% discount on the entire range is  TECHBUZZZ15  by shopping here –  https://gastonluga.com/se/

Tech Review – SuperEQ S1 Hybrid ANC Bluetooth Headphones. #Tech #Headphones

Headphones are getting cheaper these days and you are getting better value for your money too and I have noticed this over the last few months and the same applies to TWS earbuds, we have a huge range covered on site and these days there is value to be found rather than shelling out on overpriced products that simply are not worth it, even the budget section has got so good you will not be looking far for a pair of cheap headphones with ANC on board either.

Super EQ is a brand that belongs to One Odio which we review recently and the same logic applies here when it comes to cost to performance ratio at the affordable end. Again I find myself getting real value for money and decent sound to go with it, mainly a plastic but robust build here these are very comfortable and stand out and can be worn for long periods of time with no sweaty earcups which often can happen, there is decent bass and overall a great listening experience as tested like all my headphones with my test loop the delivered on Netflix You Tube and music with good balance and direction with clear definition on instruments and so on, also not too shabby on calls either and overall for the money you cant complain and it gives the consumer a better choice and not having to shell out for APPLE products that cost too much and is hard on parents with demanding teenagers, there is no need I have said it for a while now no matter what the reviews might claim by the same journalists’ all the time you can see a pattern here, OK Apple do make great products but they just cost too much and can be seen as a status symbol, Yes I am looking at their new headphones.

ANC works well and so does ambient mode so for those who like to wear out will be fine and be alert at the same time. You will get around 45 hours of playback with ANC on and 39/40 with BT off and these are fine for long time wearing ,controls are easy to navigate and work well each time and for an overall listening experience you cant go wrong for the price…

Company statement.. We are a manufacturer with over 10 years of audio production experience. By creating a better pair of headphones, we can serve our customers better and foster a fervent passion for our products. Our DJ quality sound was made accessible to the masses. Our over-ear headphones, designed for extra-long listening sessions. We’ve firmly planted our brand(OneOdio) flag in the DJ，Monitor, HIFI industry. Besides, we are also creating more unique sound experiences in the ANC industry over 30 countries in Europe, North America, Asia, etc. So far, we have a certain international brand influence and reputation around the whole globe.

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Tech Review – SOUL S-FIT true wireless. #SOUL #Sports #Tech

The Soul S-FIT are the last of the trio in we had for review and are aimed at the folk into fitness, having said that anyone can wear these and will be pleased with the overall performance however the fit is the key point here which is super secure even for those out on walks or working out at home. Again available in colours that pop these will grab attention should you bump into anyone and people have asked about them whilst I tested them out when jogging etc. Check out the unboxing and comparison between the trio below..

As mentioned these are primarily for the fitness folks and these will not budge also giving you a good seal from the outside work yet you do have transparency mode, you also get the IP67 rating here with ergo fit and freebit wings for an even more fit. These also come with shock resistance built in which is something you do not see every day and yes I have dropped them once or twice and all is good still now, you get a solid 33 hours battery life with AAC codec and USB-C fast charge, the touch controls work well here like all their earbuds and it is easy to get the thumb memory going. Of course you have access to your voice assistance here too for those who use these features..

How they sound is what you want to hear and overall they are decent with a similar signature to the SYNC ANC and you will be pleased with the performance, there is no ANC here but overall you get that good seal. Highs lows and mids are fine with good direction and no lag latency so even for those who buy these and use them at home like regular earbuds you will find them more than adequate. Check the video below for more..

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First look at the Oppo Find X3 Neo unboxing and walkthrough. #OppoFindX3Series

The Oppo Find X3 Neo has just landed and is one of the new devices in their newest line up which is looking pretty sweet and again value for money is to be had here. You can read about all the devices HERE and stay tuned for a full hands on review in the coming weeks with images and video samples and more on the new device, today we unbox the device and have a quick walkthrough of the features on board so you have some idea what you get for your money.

This device is very customisable too which I like a lot and has an excellent build quality, stay tuned for more and if you have any questions feel free to ask in the comments or on our social media accounts and of course our You Tube channel all the links are on the top right hand side of the site..

 

 

Tech Review – SOUL Sync ANC true wireless earbuds. #Tech #TWS #SOUL

Next up for review is the SOUL sync ANC TWS earbuds which again come in really nice pastel colours and offer are targeted for those who like that bit more from their earbuds and offer more than the NANO we recently checked out which are a serious bang for your buck when it comes to sound. You can check out the trio below in the unboxing and see what is on offer and all in all you get great value for money and colours that pop, but it is not all down to looks I hear you say it is down to how they sound what matters..

The design and fit of the Sync are really nice and look great, these have a small stem in comparison to others but a nice sized touch area to control your music which is simple. Once on they offer a great seal alone and then you can switch between modes to suit your needs or surroundings, the ANC works really well and I have a test case to do this in my house which is a fan and this is almost blocked out once fitted, Once the ANC is activated you do not hear the fan and most noise, You will never get the same level of ANC with TWS earbuds as you will headphones, Just now anyway but the technology is improving every day, In general they do a great job with noise cancelling.

When it comes to sound they are pretty good but not as loud as I would like they seem to be to less loud of of the Three I have have hear which is fine most folk use about 70/80% of the volume where I am a full volume person and that is just me and at that level they where not the loudest I tested but this is common and probably better for the ears anyway. Direction, Instruments, highs, lows and mids where fine and a good balance also with voice and voice calls where fine and you can again use these on their own be it left or right which is often a feature left out in even more expensive earbuds.

Overall you cant go wrong with these earbuds and they look really trendy and pop out and from wearing them out walking etc people have stopped and asked my who makes these so that is nice to see, you will not get the loudest volume here but a good overall result with some bass thrown in too. Battery life is on par however with ANC on like any other earbuds with ANC you will draw that power faster and see around 20-22 hours of life using ANC and volume up high.

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Tech Review – SOUL NANO true wireless earbuds. #Tech #SOULNANO

Currently I am testing several of the products from the SOUL TWS line up and these are the smallest of the lot and certainly cute with the tiny charge case that comes with it but how do they perform overall is the one question we all want to know and offer testing these ones out there is quite a surprise in store to how they performed overall and at the price they come in at and not forgetting the cool colours they come in too which is really nice and make them stand out in the crowd. See the unboxing below for the range we are testing now.

The S-NANO offer all the features you would expect but at the price point you get most except wireless charging which for me now is a cool feature but can live without it, these are easy on the pocket and easy to fit in any pocket by size and look really cool too. So when it comes to features what do you get for you money?

Features- Bluetooth 5.0 – quick charge – AAC codec – IPX5 rating – Transparency mode – Touch Controls- Auto Pairing and Assistant compatible. You do not get auto play and pause here but you do get the transparency mode which works well and these offer a really good seal off the bat and give good isolation when fitted right and you are good to go.. One thing with these is they are loud they are punchy and have a nice level of bass too and overall delivered well with all aspects you would like to find, they work individually too. n my usual test loop they deliver on watching films on Netflix, You tube and music, call quality is decent and direction is good and when watching films they deliver really well on direction instruments and voice and all is very centred so overall a great experience to be had for the price battery life is also good for the size here considering and I cant complain really about these at all as a whole.

The True wireless market has heated up over the last year and there is great value to be had here, these come with 28mm drivers and have a nice even tone with good bass and you will get around 5.5 hours of use which is good when you look at it. You get three extra charges via the tiny case and you get around 24hrs in total which is good by any standards when you look at how small this package is.

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Tech Review – ProLab Mouse. A new way to control technology. #Prolab #Tech

We are all fond of and use to the standard mouse and remote control and we all have some in the house the thing is though they cost money and they are often lost but how about one gadget to control all your bluetooth devices give presentations and do everything these other gadgets do well there is now a new product on kickstarter called the ProLab mouse and having used it over the last few days it is a neat gadget to own and some might argue it is a solution to a problem we do not have but if you are a multidevice user it is not the case and can be quite handy is is more effective than one might think when you begin to see how it can be used and given its size and the price it is a must for those like me who have multiple gadgets in the house and especially projectors. Selfie fans can also rejoice here and so is smart phone users as this can make life so easy if you want to use your smartphone as a companion device beside your workspace.

The Future of Smart Controllers – ProLab explains..

There’s nothing like the ProLab Mouse. Without question, we’ve designed the smallest and most advanced control hub in the world. Weighing just 8g (.3 oz), the ProLab Mouse puts full control of your smart devices right at your fingertips. This valuable tool for work and play is a combination of an air mouse, a keyboard and a remote PPT/camera /media controller. Using Bluetooth technology, the ProLab Mouse instantly connects to most laptops, tablets, and smartphones. This allows you to control music, videos, web navigation, and more. Change settings at the touch of a button, and enjoy digital control with no limits.

The ProLab Mouse is ultra-compact, weighing only 8g and is no larger than a Bluetooth earphone. It is also easy to hold and even easier to use. With its 360-degree rotated trackball and four clicker buttons, it only takes one hand to control dozens of different functions. Once you hold the ProLab Mouse, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it.

The ProLab Mouse features three different easy-to-use modes: Air Mouse Mode, Media Mode, and Keyboard Mode. A single touch of the Side Button allows you to easily switch from one mode to the next.

SPECS

Battery Life: 15 Hours

Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 4.2

Bluetooth connection distance: 10m

Input Voltage: DC-5V 500mA

Weight: 8g / 0.3 oz

Dimensions: 29*29*13.5mm / 1.14*1.14*0.53in

Compatibility: iOS, iPad OS, Android, Windows, MacOS, ChromeOS, Linux and more

Check out the video below for more and do support them on KICKSTARTER any questions feel free to ask, I have been using this for a bit and find it very useful and it really is an all in one hub control unit..