Ringke have sent us over a rang of cases for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 to check out and we take a closer look at them today, Two clear cases and one Black case to be exact and they all do a good job protecting your device but two stand out for me with a better grip and finish and one is a clear see through with a gloss finish, the other two have a matt type finish and look well.
All ports and buttons are all accessible and work well and of course they work with wireless charging too and protect your device, as with any case so far when closed the hinge is left open but when the device is open they have your covered with a flap that goes from one side to the other,something I have not seen yet on any other case..
Check out the video review below for a close up look at the 3 cases and you can check them out HERE
If you have Magsafe you will know it is aimed to make life easier for charging your phone with no cables required, there is plenty of accessories out there now for Magsafe and including a product from Otterbox which we will have reviewed here on site but you get to it in our case round up reviews and it is a nice addition especially if you are an Otterbox fan.
These are one of my favourites out of the entire range and I use one of these personally now and love it, but do check out the full range at hand there is something for all, there is no compromise here either with your case as all ports are accessible and buttons work a treat and the case looks really well on your device, again there is several colours available and your device is well protected from harm..
Features
Designed to interact with Apple’s new innovative MagSafe system
Specially designed for iPhone 12 for enhanced mobile experience
Lasting antimicrobial technology helps protect case exterior against many common bacteria*• Case is infused with silver-based additive that continually blocks microbial growth • Made with more than 50% recycled plastic
Ultra-slim form highlights iPhone’s sleek design and case slips in and out of pockets easily • All of your phone’s buttons, switches, features and functions work flawlessly • Convenient open access to ports and speakers
Durable protection shields against drops, bumps and fumbles
Raised edges protect camera and screen
One-piece design pops on and off in a flash
Wireless charging compatible
DROP+ | 3X as many drops as military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6)
If you want to spruce things up and protect your new iPhone this year check out the Otterbox Symmetry Series and what they have to offer, there is a wide range of cases available and better again lots of different colour variants which is great there is choices for ladies and gents too so lets have a look at what Otterbox has sent us..
Again the cases offer super protection for your mobile phone and the device can be placed either face or back down, the camera area is well protected and so is the screen with a nice lip surrounding the front, you can also of course opt in for a screen protector to give you the ultimate protection, you also get a better grip on your iPhone 13 pro as it is quite slippy and overall you just feel better knowing if your device does drop you are in good hands.
Features – Lasting antimicrobial technology helps protect case exterior against many common bacteria
• Case is infused with silver-based additive that continually blocks microbial growth
• Made with more than 50% recycled plastic
• Choose from a fun variety of colors and designs
• Thin profile slips easily into tight pockets
• Durable protection shields against drops, bumps and fumbles
• Raised edges protect camera and touchscreen
• One-piece design pops on and off in a flash
• DROP+ | 3X as many drops as military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6)
Otterbox have sent us a huge range of cases to checkout and we start out with the Pop range which is part of their Symmetry range of cases and these would be more aimed at the ladies however guys can use them too in the clear case option and they have more than one purpose in life.
These can be used to consume media allowing your phone to sit horizontally and also giving you extra grip and giving your device the best protection on offer with a nice lip around the front and keeping the camera area well protected too, these cases also work with wireless charging too and are a worthy investment for your iPhone 13 and other models.. You can also switch out Pop Sockets too which allows you to change style every now and then which is cool..
Features
.Lasting antimicrobial technology helps protect case exterior against many common bacteria
• Case is infused with silver-based additive that continually blocks microbial growth
• Made with more than 50% recycled plastic
• Choose from a fun variety of colors and designs
• Thin profile slips easily into tight pockets
• Durable protection shields against drops, bumps and fumbles
• Raised edges protect camera and touchscreen
• One-piece design pops on and off in a flash
• DROP+ | 3X as many drops as military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6
Webcams are booming again and today we check out another product from Creative and it is their Live Cam Sync 1080 V2 which is a nicely built and nice looking webcam. This is not expensive and comes with a lens cap for those who are worried about privacy which seems to be many folk these days..
Set -up
Simple as one would expect this can be mounted on top of your pc and it also comes with a tripod mount built in for flat surfaces this can work anywhere and no tripod would be required either if you say have something for it to sit on, it is a small compact unit which can be placed literally anywhere, you can then use their app to adjust some setting which you will see in the video below and there is nothing to technical here at all it is a simple a plugging in and off you go.
Quality
Quality is good with sound and audio here which is not hard to beat on most pcs today especially older ones but with creative they continue to deliver on great office solutions be it working from home or in the office, do check out some of their products we have done and there is more to come.
Simply plug it into an available USB-A port on your computer, and it will work immediately! It also works with most of the popular video conferencing applications, like Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Cisco WebEx, Google Meet, Facebook Messenger and more, so you can set up your webcam quickly and be ready even for the most last-minute meetings.
Creative Live! Cam Sync 1080p V2 delivers full HD videos at 1080p / 30 FPS
Features
DUAL BUILT-IN MIC
Allows better audio pickup so that your voice sounds more natural
PRIVACY COVER
Protect your privacy with an integrated lens cover
PLUG-AND-PLAY
Start using the webcam quickly and easily, with no driver installation required
SMARTCOMMS KIT
Simplify the way you call with a suite of smart communication features for Windows PC users.
HD 1080p LENS
Meet online with full HD video recording
PIVOT 360 DEGREES
With 360° horizontal rotation and 30° vertical tilt, look your best in any video call
TRIPOD MOUNT
Capture different angles with the webcam on a tripod*
*Tripod is optional and not included
LONGER CABLE LENGTH
Comes with a longer cable (1.8m / 70 inches) to connect to your computer
Recently we checked out the Google Nest doorbell and next up is the Nest camera which can be used indoor and outdoors and it is that how we reviewed the product but we have another ordered and will come back to give a run what it is like on the indoor setting. Heavier and larger than its competition out there how does it stack up for your money..
Build and design
This is larger and heavier than some outdoor cameras on the market and comes in the familiar white flavour which is what Google do best and that is no problem for us but looks nice and is a clear warning you have security at your home and this time of year is the time to start securing your home if you have not already with the shorter days and longer morning approaching quickly, I say this every time this time of year and you really need to beef up your home for the obvious reasons.It is a solid build and looks nice and if you are invested into Google hardwear and services it is the one you need, check out the unboxing video below for more and see what you are getting..
Set up is easy once again here and even using existing holes from your old system might work to get you going you also get a cable in the box for charging which is a cool one at that and similar to other offerings out there today. Again we go through all the finer details in the video review below and we look at the app and the features and what you can use in the app to get the most of the benefits including all the smarts you get without a nest subscription and there is enough on offer for all here which is nice and worth noting.
Battery life
If you have the home hub you can get more value so if you do not have one get one right now as this only enhances the system setup and not only that the nest hub is really cool anyway as you can leave it on a live view feed, the same as the doorbell too should you need to keep an eye on things., again we show you this in the video.. The addition to the nest subscription is you get 60 days continuous recording which is great but you get enough out of the box.
Google nest app
Detection
Video capture notification
The battery life for me on the camera would typically last longer than the doorbell due to placement and most peoples would but that is subjective to the individuals use case here and where it is placed and the settings you apply,typically for me my side entry or back door camera lasts up to three times longer than the doorbell would and charge time is longer on this taking around 4.5/5 hours which is slightly longer than others out there which is fine by me.
Conclusion
Ok so it is expensive for just one camera for most and from what people have said to me and i get that however you are getting a decent camera that will not let you down here, this is placed on my side entry through thick walls and still has a strong connection where as some cameras had an issue keeping connected, this also is a great looking effective deterrent and does not look cheap either and will let people know you are being watched, the only thing missing out of the box is a siren like what is on my older system that is even more of a deterrent and works effectively and by that stage its too late for whoever might be trying to gain access to your property but then again not a bad thing as they can just give us a better laugh whilst they are caught in the act only to be caught around the next bend by another camera.
Having tested many of Tronsmarts products they never seem to disappoint and for gamers these earbuds should be something on your radar and of course they are affordable but the question is do they work and are they worth the money, for gamers they like a certain set of parameters for the audio experience and there is other brands out there that are known to gamers for that particular sound the gamer likes but for your money here in short these do a fine job.
Build quality
There are really cool earbuds with a glossy finish which is fine and have a small stem and akin to Airpods in design, I prefer this type of approach and the quality seems good, they are durable and look solid but time will tell on this but for me they should last just as long as any other earbud, they come in a really cool charge case that is transparent and I really like this effect and it is nice to see a different approach to the case which makes them look really nice overall.
Fit
Fit here is fine and they are comfortable, there is a stem but this is fine, some folk do not like stems but for me I do not really mind at all and they are comfortable even for long term use ie many hours of gaming and music.
Controls
There is no app here which might change as the company does have an app with a selection of their earbuds on it, to change your options you just tap the upper side and they worked really well here with every tap and that for me is a great feature as some earbuds do not respond to every command, you have all the features required and the same applies to use these for music, I tested these in both gaming and music and worked well.
tronsmart battle techbuzzireland
Sound
These sound great i have to say and ideal for both gaming and music and anything else you would use earbuds for they are crisp and clear and sharp delivering great direction and gives you a level of immersion when gaming you will not be disappointed here with these and they perform really well for the price you pay which is an added bonus. You can triple tap to change between gaming mode and music mode and the job is done.
The Tronsmart Battle Gaming Earbuds has Bluetooth 5.0 with AVRCP, A2DP, HFP codecs. It supports voice commands and IPX5 certification for water and dust resistance. The battery life will be about 20 hours and this does vary to volume levels and so on. Skip track,reverse track and volume controls are all present here.
Tronsmart sent these for us to review with no compensation or input and are seeing the review the same time as you, Click here to see the video review.
Otterbox have kindly sent us a huge range of cases and accessories to check out and today we check out the line up for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 which is one of my current daily drivers right now and up to now it was a love hate relationship and getting use to the new form factor, also worth noting I had a cheap case on it for it until more arrived and we do have more to come and the case I have decided to use it making the user experience a lot better for several reasons. Otterbox is also a brand I have been using for years myself and one brand I turn to when I get a new device and typically one case would last me the lifetime of my phone, in fact I still have the same case from the iPhone 12.
There is two case types available for the Flip 3 now and one of them is the Thin Flex Series which for now comes in Pink and Black and are really nice and also a really secure fit on your device giving it the protection you need, being an expensive phone you are better off casing up as it will not be a cheap fix regardless.
Thin Flex Series Cases
Preserve your phone and all of its advanced features with the latest innovative case from OtterBox. The precision design of Thin Flex Series packs proven protection into a slim form that highlights your phone while keeping it safe. Two pieces work together to protect your phone against drops and scrapes when closed. And all phone features and functions work seamlessly. With Thin Flex Series, you can count on legendary OtterBox protection.
Galaxy Z Flip 3 Symmetry Series Flex Case
Precise and proven, Symmetry Series Flex is the innovative Galaxy Z Flip case that provides protection for your cutting-edge foldable phone. The slim design has two pieces that, when closed, work in concert to guard against drops and scrapes — all while ensuring features and functions perform flawlessly. This case offers a bit more protection with your keys than the Thin Flex and is transparent allowing you to see the natural colour of your device and gives you extra grip too which is great and this is the one of choice for me.
Features
Sleek, two-piece case
Precision design keeps case attached securely
Made with 90% recycled plastic
Lasting antimicrobial technology helps protect case exterior against many common bacteria*
DROP+ | military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6)
All phone features function as expected
Case is easy to install and remove • Hassle-free customer service
Fancy a new bluetooth speaker that has an IPX7 rating which means you can take it to the beach and more well this one should be on your radar from Tronsmart with their new Splash 1. With Bluetooth 5.0 that offers a stable connection and also quite cool is the lighting effects on it. With a solid built too this is quite robust and will last and also can take a beating if dropped.
Unlike the Studio wireless recently reviewed here this is made with plastic all round with a fabric coating on top akin to a larger google home mini design it feels robust in the had and built to last with a lanyard to strap to your wrist or around your neck or whatever suits which makes it very portable.
Controls are very simple here and placed on top with raised rubber keys and easy to perform the task at hand, you can skip and reverse tracks, play and pause music too and also take calls on the fly with this speaker which makes for a clear conversation. There is no app support here like you would find in some of their products but overall the sound is quite good with a nice touch of bass thrown in and all other aspects of the audio quality is quite good and well balanced so you will not be disappointed.
Check out the video below for more on the speaker and how the controls work and if you have any questions as always you know what to do..
FEATURES.
Premium Dual Drivers with Passive Radiator for Tonal Balance.
