The BuddyPhones school plus headphones are ideal for kids who need headphones for either school or just listening to music playing games, these being the cheapest of the two pairs we have in are probably the best option to start them off with and get going and getting use to headphones but these also have a mic that is removable and unlike more expensive headsets out there the mic is detachable which for me is a real win.
This headset is super light and made with mainly plastic all round and is also a robust product which makes it ideal for kids who tend to drop things and throw them around the place, these are also easy to clean and have no parts that could fall off and overall a solid product, the cups are small on these being aimed at kids yet comfortable and do not clamp onto your head either..
There is raised buttons on one side to by way of three circles that controls the music which is very simple and not a complicated setup. You can play and pause, skip and reverse tracks and change the volume which is great, this headset can also be used for gaming too which also works really well and also be used with your tablet and mobile phone and all the controls work just fine all the time.
Buddyphones school plus wireless headphones for kids. Techbuzzireland
The mic also works well not that kids would be taking any calls however for gaming it does a decent job too and the fact it can be removed is a real bonus.
BuddyPhones School+ offers 3 SafeAudiosettings to choose from. With the special StudyMode it can be tailored to the child’s educational needs, at home or at school. The new look has super comfortable fabric headband and sports all new style housing with dedicated sticker area. Their patented StudyMode helps isolate voices from other sounds, producing crisper, clearer vocals for studying or watching lessons. With the dual connection feature, the headphones can be used both wirelessly or wired, meaning there’s no interruption from your favourite video or music if the battery runs low.
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There is not many cases out yet for the new Samsung devices and the OG cases cost a packet one could argue if you can buy a phone at that price outright you can afford a case however hard cases do not really do it for me and I prefer TPU cases, some more cases and skins are on the way as we speak but today we check out the Foluu case which can be bought on Amazon.
This case covers all corners and has a lip on the front so the case can be placed faced down, also to note the cover display is also protected and the case does work with wireless chargers. The only exposed part of the device is the actual hinge so this is something to consider should you wish to purchase..
Geekmem is a new company that makes use of old mobile phones and this you will understand more when you see their products and it is a great idea and opens doors for more potential, some might shrug at the idea and say it is only a phone in a frame and considering things we have been asked to review like beakers,slippers and chewing gum this is actually tech so we leave the rest for others, we are a tech site after all, this however is a really neat idea and especially for those who like technology and we all know iPhone is a huge giant in the industry, phones do be recycled all the time but this brand makes better use of old devices and they have a few phones now on offer and going forward I would like to see more.
It is not everyday your average Joe knows what is inside your phone and this company gives you the opportunity to see exactly what makes up the inerts of a mobile phone by displaying them in a nice frame too.. Geekmem quote on their site.
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RIWBOX is a brand that have super affordable headphones and more on offer for sale on Amazon and can also be purchased from their site directly and you can take a look at their entire catalogue. Costing around 40 euros at the time of press these are an affordable pair of headphones that also look good and come in two colours and are also easy to take care off. You can see a quick shorts unboxing here..
With a clean design and look they are simple to use with all the buttons on one side which makes life easy, there is three buttons that do all the controls which we go through in the video below. there is a ratchet style arm extension both sides and they is not much more movement here when it comes to the cups as they are locked into place..
Comfort is fine here even with long term use and that is important,no sweating like some headphones and they are also not clamped onto your head either, despite the lack of flexibility in general they did not cause me any problems during my testing.
When it comes to sound they are pretty good all round and better than expected for their price point and would easily please any teenager or adult, the volume is decent highs lows and mids and so on and ideal for watching movies and gaming etc.
There is no auto play and pause here nor an app or assistant access but you can take calls and control and quick access last call on phone.. Also to note you do get the option to use the 3.5mm cable which has an inline control should you run out of juice so overall for anyone an ideal package for them starting off..
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The Soul Emotion Pro wireless are the latest on offer from the company and offer a array of features and this time around has app access which is excellent and we go through that more in the video review, with the SE pro you also get multipoint connection which is ideal for those who use more that one device at a time like me and makes life that much easier having this feature on board.
Design and Fit
These are a little big on the size however fit well in the ears and have a tiny stem for good measure also there is a nice grille on both sides which makes them look more premium and stand out, they will not come loose and can be worn for fitness if required but overall a comfortable fit and secure in my testing.
Check out the unboxing below for a better look
Controls
The controls on the Emotion pro are excellent and work every time with a decent touch sensitive area and larger than normal earbud it makes it work and not miss any commands and for me getting the commands right all the time everytime this is a win rather than tapping and getting no response so in that department we are good and we go through this and more in the video review and you can see how well they work alongside their app which is great.
soul emotion pro with app. techbuzzireland
soul emotion pro earbuds and case. techbuzzireland
Sound
Sound overall is great with the Emotion pro and their app enhances this experience for all, sometimes there was some distortion on high volume bass driven tracks and the odd disconnection but a software update should fix this but for anything else like Netflix You Tube and music they do a great job overall and no lag latency seen here either and also to note for calls they are good crisp and clear and with multipoint connection they are ideal for those who might use two devices at home or on the go like myself and they get an advantage here over other earbuds priced the same.
The EMOTION PRO touts SOUL’s signature precision sound, including a powerful 10mm driver and AAC codec. Its high efficiency battery also boasts up to nine solid hours of continuous use on a single charge and 36 hours of music, entertainment, and talk time with ANC off (28 hours with ANC on). The case is also equipped with wireless charging enabled for a more convenient true wireless experience.
Conclusion
Overall a solid pair of earbuds here with good looks and comfortable even though they are on the larger side, with their app and multipoint connection these are one to look at if you are looking for something solid and reliable that look good too..
Google have launched new home smarts as we know and they are a welcome addition and if you are already invested in Google hardwear even better in my eyes and as mentioned on launch day I would be swapping over to this kit throughout my home and have ordered extra hardware to complete a full set up..
The Nest Doorbell is the first product we look at today and we will go through all the features and what you can expect to get for your money as they are on the pricey side for some folk.
Build Quality
The Nest Doorbell is tall and thin compared to my old setups here, I have went through several video doorbells over the years and find them a must have in the home and the Google Nest doorbell is no different.. This is white and noticeable and anyone into tech would know it is a Google product with their stand out colour. It is also robust and it stands out with a big black circle up top holding all the hardware and a big white circle on bottom that illuminates once activated and there is a gap in between. It does blend in better on your wall if the right colour but not really a huge deal as many folk have such products on their wall no matter how silly some do look..
There is no chime with the doorbell so this may be a problem for some, if you have a Goolge nest hub at home you are in business as you can watch a live feed or get notifications on the hub itself so you can see who is at the door if you do not have your phone at hand which is great, if you do not have a nest hub you need one in your house.
Battery life
You can use the nest doorbell wired or wireless which gives everyone an option, wired being better however I prefer wireless and you will get a decent run on battery life, on seeing results it seems average to the others I own but cant predict how long exactly but calculating so far it seems on par but we can come back to it in a few months and see how well it does, your traffic will of course impede on the battery life like with any tech product but you can use battery saving tips such as sensitivity and area zoning to minimise notifications this is something you should use if you have a busy pathway, we go through this in the video review down below. I would wager once a month here for the average user.
The App
As seen above the app is quite good, you do need to navigate around the app though to get the full benefits on the product and the best part most of the stuff anyone needs is free however you do need a Nest subscription if you want more but for the majority of people the package as is will be fine, there is lots to fiddle around with to get what your needs are and again we go through this in the video
Speaker and video
The video and audio quality is good here and on par with other known brands, tested both on my pixel 5 and Galaxy flip 3 and all worked a treat, I also tested from the Nest hub and again we can see this in the video review from our phone and nest hub both inside the house and outside and what you can expect to hear and see, you can toggle in the settings the quality you require the time frame and more and also pre-record messages if you like, the choice is yours here.
Things to try with Nest Doorbell
Set up visitor announcements: Visitor announcements use your Google Assistant-enabled speakers and displays (sold separately) to announce when someone rings your doorbell. If you have Nest Aware (sold separately), your visitors can even be announced by name. To set up visitor announcements, make sure you have a Display already set up with your
Google account. Open the Google Home app, tap on your doorbell and select “Settings.” From there, select “Doorbell” and toggle “Visitor announcements” on.
Optimize your video stream: In the Google Home app, you can choose to optimize your camera stream for battery life. Open the app and tap on your Doorbell, then tap the Settings wheel. From there, tap “Battery,” and “Battery usage” to adjust your setting for more recording, more battery life, or default, which balances the two. There’s also an option to turn on “Automatic battery saver,” which automatically conserves power when the battery life is less than 7 days.
Use quick responses or set quiet time: When you can’t get to the door or you’re away from home, use Quick Responses in the Google Home app to respond to someone, like “Just a sec, we’ll be right there,” or “You can just leave it. Thanks!” Tap on your doorbell in the Google Home app, then tap “More.” From there, choose your quick response. You can also set Quiet Time from the same place if you don’t want your doorbell to ring during a specific time.
Create Activity Zones for more tailored alerts: Nest Doorbell can identify packages as close to 8” from your door, and if you’d like the camera to focus on a specific part of what’s in view for extra-relevant notifications, set up an Activity Zone. To add an Activity Zone, tap your doorbell in the Google Home app, then tap the Settings wheel. From there, tap “Events,” “Seen Events,” and add a new Activity Zone.
View your 3-hour event history in the Google Home app: In the Google Home app, tap your doorbell, then tap “History.” From there, you can view your most recent event, or tap “Full history” to see what’s happened over the course of the last 3 hours.
WIth a Nest Aware subscription, you can view 30 to 60 days of event video history.
Filter your events by type: When you tap “Full history,” you also have the option to filter your events by type. Tap the “Filter” icon (an upside down triangle) in the top right corner to filter your events by device type if you have multiple cameras or doorbells, or notification, such as “Package,” “Vehicle,” “Person,” or “Animal.”
Add a Nest Aware subscription for up to 60 days of event video history: On our new cameras and doorbell, many intelligent features are available at no additional cost, but a Nest Aware subscription adds:
Some may find this product a little expensive in comparison to what else is on offer out there today however if you are already invested into Google it is worth the spend, for example I have moved to a chromebook and no matter where I am I can get notifications on it whilst working anywhere if my phone is not on it and it is all how things sync up together and overall as a home security feature it works well with all the features required for most without the need for a subscription and during my testing it has worked flawlessly when it comes to notifications and using all the features including the two way audio which has little or no lag compared to others I have tried in the past.
Notification feed
Image feed
Desktop on chrombook
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With the launch of the latest iPhone devices this latest product called MagPal maybe the solution for you, with a massive amount of iPhone accessories on the market and often costing a small fortune this product solves many in one and it is not just for the iPhone or mobile phone, you can also wirelessly charge your Airpods or compatible wireless earbuds and Android devices too so all in all it serves more than one purpose.
Build Quality
The unit is made mostly of plastic yet robust with a soft finish on the top and textured finish on the rear with led lights and a power switch on the side to activate the wireless charging it is a simple product to use and then you have the stand on the rear that can be put into several positions to make it more useful so your phone can be used both in portrait and landscape mode and you then can also hold it for gaming for example and carry in your pocket for power on the go. In fact it can charge two devices at once.
Magnets
MagPal comes with strong N52 magnets that lock onto the built-in magnets of iPhone 12 to provide a secure hold. No need to worry about power failure when charging your iPhone 12 with MagPal in your bag. Equipped with a built-in wireless fast charger on the front cover, MagPal delivers a powerfully fast energy to go（10W Max). MagPal is compatible with all Qi enabled devices. It can fast charge your AirPods, supported iPhone and Android devices at 5W, 7.5W and 10W power, respectively. Internal circuitry will automatically detect how much wattage your devices require, so there’s no risk of damage. Simply place your device on MagPal’s cover and experience the convenience of true cable-free wireless charging.
Two way stand
MagPal double as a charging stand as well. A foldable and adjustable kickstand on the back keeps it securely propped up while it’s in use and also supports your iPhone 12 at a comfortable viewing angle according to your different needs. The kickstand is made of four magnets and can be adjusted to two angles.
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Conclusion
This is a simple product executed rather well and affordable, not only is it tied to just Apple it can be used on many more devices and charge on the go with a big battery pack too and you can charge two devices at a time which is great, counting up the costs to buy all the options this provides makes it a sensible buy and affordable..
ZHYIUN makes a fine range of gimbals to suit all pockets and they are an ideal piece of kit to have at your disposal if you are a blogger/vlogger. Much improved over the last model we tested the Smooth 2 this is a welcome product and a clean design with all the features expected and more..
Last week, DJI launched a new gimbal with extendable grip and available in different colours.OM5 will feature an extendable grip and be available in colours of grey, white and pink.
Sounds familiar? Back in May of 2020, which is over a year ahead, ZHIYUN launched its SMOOTH X, a 2-axis phone gimbal that comes with a 26cm-long extendable pole and is available in grey, white, black; a few months later came the SMOOTH XS in pink, white and black. ZHIYUN was innovative in incorporating the convenience of a selfie stick with the stabilisation ability of a cellphone gimbal with a hope of better experience for beginners.
The multiple colour choices prove that it is an attempt to appeal to the general consumers. ZHIYUN is happy to see more products of this kind are offered in the market so cellphone gimbals can be more accessible and useful to general consumers. ZHIYUN keeps the SMOOTH X/XS at a very accessible price of £39/£82.48 (currently as 25% off). Before other gimbals, you could consider the SMOOTH X/XS, true ahead-of-curves cellphone gimbals you might have missed over one and half years ago. And also the 3-axis SMOOTH Q3 and its 17-hour battery life predecessor the SMOOTH Q2
Smooth Q3
The three-axis gimbal is an enhanced SMOOTH Q-series product, with a unique new compact and lightweight design. New functionality, including enhanced lighting features and smart templates, ensures more creative shooting possibilities, while a better button layout and design simplify user experience, all at a highly competitive price.
Uniquely, the gimbal features a 4,300k warm-toned integrated fill light with three levels of brightness adjustment and touch button control for 180°front and rear lighting; perfect for capturing clear portrait images in low light set ups.
The gimbal boasts an industry-leading 17 SmartMode built-in templates, speeding up creation of videos that are shot on a regular basis. With the ZY Cami Editor, users can spice up videos with customised templates adding an array of music, special effects and filters.
Additional new features include gesture control, SmartFollow 3.0 Object Tracking, an instant Dolly Zoom, and MagicClone Pano which is operated by a single press trigger button to mark the target and activate smart following.
The gimbal is a compact powerhouse, as it is easier to fold and lighter than its predecessor, SMOOTH-Q2, while boasting a higher maximum payload. It measures 45*154*180mm, while it weighs only 340g, and can handle a 280g payload.
Behind the sleek folding and sliding design, users enjoy power on and shoot control from the ergonomic super compact handle.
The new intuitive button layout leads to overall smoother operation. For example, by triple tapping the trigger switching between portrait and landscape modes could not be easier, while ultra-wide-angle shooting means that vast landscapes are just as easy to capture as low-angle shots.
Battery life is excellent on this model and during my testing it lasted much longer than the previous model which is vital for long shoots or a really busy day out on the field ..
Smooth Q2 – ultra-long 17-hour battery life and so small no need to fold it £99
Smooth Q2 is the smallest mobile gimbal in ZHIYUN gimbal family. Unlike any other gimbal in the market, you don’t need to fold up Smooth Q2 to make it small. Measuring only 204mm long, Smooth Q2 is almost equivalent to a sunglass case that you can throw into your handbag. The aluminum-built miniaturized body is crafted for maximum solidity. Coated with soft silicone, the handle is comfortable in your hand.
SMOOTH-Q2’s professional features and ultra-long 17-hour battery life are ready to capture life’s important moments – the micro-USB port also allows SMOOTH-Q2 to act as a power bank for phones, cameras and other devices. SMOOTH-Q2 can directly control iOS and Android smartphone camera for photo and video taking. Professional filmmaking functions like time lapse, slow motion, object tracking and full-range POV mode make it easy to seize life’s beautiful moments and express them in your own personal style.
The SMOOTH-Q2 offers an intuitive mode indicator LED, a five-way quick mode switching joystick, a photo/video record button, and support for ¼ inch screw hole accessories. The SMOOTH-Q2 is a compact and lightweight gimbal built from aluminum alloy and features enhanced motor durability, reliability and longevity.
SMOOTH-Q2’s control zone conveniently offers an intuitive mode indicator LED, five-way joystick with quick mode switching, a photo/record button, and supports accessories with its 1/4-inch screw hole. The lightweight and easy-to-use gimbal is built from aluminum alloy material using precise CNC technology and it features enhanced motor durability and excellent reliability and longevity.
So there you have it you have multiple choices to pick from at affordable prices, which one depends on you..
The Tronsmart Studio Bluetooth Speaker is the latest on offer from the brand that brings you affordable tech which for the consumer is a win and from testing many products over the years including their latest earbuds the Onyx ApexApollo Air Plus and the Apollo Air the products are robust and well worth considering.
Their latest speaker is also one to look out for when it comes to sound and quality and the build quality is premium here and certainly grabbed my attention, it might feel weighty to some however this is just an example of great build quality all round with all the ports required and also SD card support which allows you to use old cards you might have music stored on like I do.
There is a nice control panel up top with slightly raised keys and tactile and work perfectly fine each time and not a complicated set up either. On the rear you have your ports which allows for the SD card as mentioned your charge port via USB-C and aux support should you need it..
The shell of the speaker is a solid frame made with Aluminium with a grille front and rear, the rear allows the sound to pump from it which enhances the audio experience and it can be used with the front speakers firing but both highly recommended. You will see the example in the video review and how the controls work in the video below, we believe letting you get a sample of the Audio and how the features work rather than stock image reviews which has no context whatsoever.
Overall is this speaker worth a punt you will ask and the answer is yes. Great sound, app support you also have soundpulse technology and a premium build with a decent battery life that checks out to their specs..
Patented SoundPulse Technology.
Patented TuneConn Technology to Sync Audio Across 100+ Speakers.
Lossless High Fidelity Audio.
Personalize Audio via In-app Equalizer.
Stable Bluetooth 5.0 Connectivity.
Intelligent Voice Assistant.
Type-C Charging Port.
Up to 15 Hours of Playtime.
As with all our reviews we are transparent and tronsmart did not compensate us or have any input to this review and are seeing it the same time as you.
