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Tech Review – Tronsmart Bang Mini portable party speaker

Tronsmart recently announced their latest speaker and it is the Tronsmart Bang Mini Portable Speaker and being called the Mini does it lack in sound? In short no it does not in fact it is quite loud and expected from Tronsmart and from reviewing their products over the years they are solid and even a recent speaker we did review the Tronsmart Groove 2 speaker is small in comparison here and packed a punch.

The design is familiar but robust and will take a beating and with an IPX6 rating you can bring this anywhere which is handy, some might find it cumbersome but for its size you get more sound for it and it is worth it. You have 2 woofers, one each side and 2 mid tweeters and then a light show to entertain your friends to which is cool one is beat driven one circles and one breathes and this can be controlled by the button on top which you will see in the video review below and how it operates with sound samples. You can also charge your phone from the speaker.

Phone charging from tronsmart bang mini

 

On the top is the controls which are simple to use, there is no app access as yet we hope that may change but still fine as is, you have got your power on/off volume up/down skip/reverse tracks a button to change the colour effects and SoundPulse Audio which enhances the audio and for me seems to be giving more bass so for bass fans this is one to look at. Battery life is pretty decent too and you can also use this as a power bank should you run low which is a nice addition.

Tronsmart Bang Mini Control Panel – techbuzzireland

On the rear is the i/o section for your sd card 3.5mm cable and USB port and of course charging all tucked away behind a thick rubber door which will keep it safe from water and dust.

The sound is the important part for most and in short it is excellent, it is loud with plenty of bass and does not muffle on max volume or sound tinny, there is no lag latency either when your device is connected via bluetooth and it easily fills a large room too so overall it is a robust and great sounding speaker that is simple to use with cool lighting effects thrown into the mix and it is also affordable as always with Tronsmart.

See the video review below for the unboxing and audio samples, we won’t leave you with stock image reviews..

Samples of the colour effects

Features

  • Exceptional Stereo Sound.
  • SoundPulse® Audio.
  • Beat-driven Light Show.
  • IPX6 Waterproof.
  • 15 Hours of Playtime.
  • Stereo Pairing.
  • Tronsmart Bang Mini speaker: Buy –  https://bit.ly/3qgoCqZ

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House of Marley Releases New Get Together 2 Family of Speakers

House of Marley, the eco-conscious lifestyle audio maker, today announces the launch of its new Get Together 2 series of speakers. An advocate of exceptional audio clarity and powerful sound, House of Marley also upholds the importance of mindful materials. The mid-size Get Together 2 and portable Get Together 2 Mini honour the brand’s commitment to sustainably crafted products. Boasting refined design elements, the next generation of rechargeable and compatible wireless speakers can be seamlessly paired for superior stereo sound.

Get Together 2

The Get Together 2 is built to deliver warm, precision sound and packs 40 watts of power into its minimalist design, while the full-range drivers and tweeters let you experience rich, vibrant details from your favourite tracks. With built-in Bass Boost, Acoustic, and Marley Signature Sound EQs, it also offers a 20-hour battery life and quick-charge technology. Plus, the Bluetooth® 5.0 technology enables your device to stay connected – even 30 metres away from the speaker. Compatible with iOS and Android, you’ll experience that classic Marley sound no matter how you connect. It also features IP65 dust and water resistance and makes for a great office companion thanks to the onboard microphone and speakerphone capability.

Featuring natural bamboo, House of Marley’s signature eco-friendly REWIND® fabric and REGRIND® silicone, aluminium, stainless steel, the Get Together 2 is also delivered in 100% recyclable packaging.

The Get Together 2 is available now from houseofmarley.co.uk priced at RRP £249.99, and is coming soon to HMV.

Get Together 2 Mini

The Get Together 2 Mini is engineered to deliver vibrant and balanced audio. The full-range drivers allow you to hear and feel every detail from your favourite tracks, while the premium dual passive radiators offer deep bass without compromising sound quality. This speaker includes 20 watts of power within its portable design and features built-in Bass Boost, Acoustic, and Marley Signature Sound EQs. With quick-charge technology and a convenient USB-C charging port, you can enjoy 15 hours of playtime for all-day listening. It also features Bluetooth® 5.0 technology, an onboard microphone and speakerphone and is compatible with iOS and Android. Built for the outdoors, this portable speaker features IP67 dust and water resistance so you can relax and immerse yourself in the sound – whether you’re dancing at a festival or lounging by the pool.

The Get Together 2 Mini is also crafted from natural bamboo, premium REWIND® fabric, REGRIND® silicone, aluminium and delivered in 100% plastic-free and recyclable packaging.

The Get Together 2 Mini is available now from houseofmarley.co.uk priced at RRP £149.99, and is coming soon to HMV.

Another newcomer to look out for? The Get Together 2 XL (RRP £399.99) with Bluetooth® 5.0, 20+ hours of playtime, 60 watts of total output power, 4” Woofers and 1” Tweeters and Bass Boost EQ is coming soon.

The entire Get Together 2 family is equipped with Multi Pair technology, so you can connect multiples of the Get Together 2 range together for an amplified audio session and a seamless sound experience.

First Look – instax mini Link 2 Smartphone Printer

It is that time of year again when instax launch a new smartphone printer and last years model was a big hit and I would expect the same this year, we also have new prints this time to make you more creative and not forgetting the really cool app that is available on Android and iOS, A key USP here is portability and also it is a robust printer that can fit in your pocket.

Today we will do a quick unboxing and tour of the latest on offer from FujiFilm and if you have any questions feel free to ask on all our channels and we will have a full hands on review with samples and a look at the app. For more information about the instax mini Link 2, visit https://instax.ie/printers/mini-link-2/
Where to buy? – Available at FUJIFILM stockists nationwide or visit instax.ie

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‘Ireland’s Future is MINE’ digital skills competition final on RTÉ2 this Thursday at 5pm

The final of Ireland’s first national digital skills competition, Ireland’s Future is MINE, is scheduled to be televised on RTÉ2 this Thursday, June 16th at 5pm. Delivered through a collaboration between Microsoft Ireland and RTÉjr, the final between St. Hugh’s National Primary School from Leitrim and Moyvore Primary School from Westmeath will be the first ever eSports final shown on broadcast television by an Irish station.

Launched in September 2021, the ‘Ireland’s Future is MINE‘ digital skills competition challenged primary school students to use Minecraft: Education Edition to think creatively, collaborate, problem-solve and shape Ireland’s sustainable future.

Since its launch, schools across Ireland have entered the competition and students have explored fun challenges such as building their own NASA rover and coding their very own polar ice hut. These challenges, made possible through Minecraft: Education Edition, are aligned to both the Republic and Northern Irish curriculums covering subjects from English, Maths, Science, Geography, SPHE and more.

Having successfully progressed through the various stages of the competition, which saw participation from 130 other primary schools across Ireland, St Hugh’s National Primary School and Moyvore Primary School will compete in the final phase of the digital skills challenge. The winner will receive the grand prize of laptops for the classroom plus a charging trolley for their school.  

To view the scheduling programme for the final, visit RTÉjr here: www.rte.ie/learn/irelands-future-is-mine/

Tech Review – Instax Mini Evo camera

The Instax Evo mini camera is the latest camera on offer which is a cool gadget to have at your disposal, most of us today use our smartphones to take images and in most cases they go no further than your phone or else stored on your pc or a drive but with this camera you can print out the moments captured on your phone and indeed with the camera itself which allows for plenty of creativity before you even take the picture and then more after.

This camera features 10 integrated lens modes and 10 filter options, offering 100 different combinations for photographers to express themselves creatively with unique, one-off shots.

Instax Mini Evo front

There is lots of filters and other options to toy around with here to on the Instax Mini Evo and I have been carrying about with me over the last few days and found it a joy to use and it has a simple UI to work through too and of course their app which we go through in detail in the video review below.. You can see the unboxing HERE

For me over the years I use my smartphone to take images but rarely a camera unless I use one from Instax which I have been over the last few years I find it nice that I can print an image there and then and not only that but share with others should they want a copy of the image, the only caveat here with such cameras is the cost of prints but I find these cameras would be more useful in treasured moments or ones created so buying packets of film every week would not really be the case.

Instax Mini Evo Top

What makes this camera fun is the options available for the user with the filters and more unlike other cameras you have a screen to use and options built in here to which allows you get the full feature set available and not just a limited standard list of settings, The build quality of the camera is robust and I like the overall design, more compact than other models it is more portable and I really the the silver buttons and controls which gives the unit a nice two tone effect and looks more on the premium side.

Instax Mini Evo Back

There is also a option to mount the camera on a tripod which some will find a real treat, this can be used for timed photos or group photos etc with the remote option on the app and more, Overall the image quality is decent but not to the full value your phone or the camera itself might take but this is not what the intent of the camera is, the camera is easy to use given all the options on it and ideal for those who like photography in general and even novices and overall if you just want to snap a photo and print this is what you need.

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First look at the FUJIFILM Instax mini Evo camera

The latest from FUJIFILM has just landed and it is the all new Instax mini evo which has just launched here in Ireland, These cameras are very popular and we have been a big fan of them and look forward to checking this latest model out, today we take a quick tour of the device and see what it is in store and what is on offer, there is of course and app to go along with the new camera and it is packed with options too but check out the unboxing below and if you have any questions feel free to ask and as always a FULL HANDS ON review will be here soon.

10 integrated lens modes x 10 film effect filter options = 100 ways of expression

mini Evo combines classic form with modern function, offering a variety of features that instax users have come to expect, with a few new twists. This camera features 10 integrated lens modes and 10 filter options, offering 100 different combinations for photographers to express themselves creatively with unique, one-off shots.

 

Display on the Instax Mini Evo

Selfies, Storage, and More

The mini Evo camera also features a 3-inch LCD screen on the back of the camera to allow users to select images, add frames, edit, print, and adjust image settings, supported by a built-in Lithium ion battery which powers the camera to take up to 100 shots. A Micro SD card slot ensures there’s plenty of room to store images for later enjoyment, while the selfie mirror helps users get that perfect selfie every time.

New Film Variety Available

Accompanying the launch of mini Evo will be the launch of the new instax mini Stone Gray instant film, a new contrast on the traditional white-bordered look. The stylish gray border provides eye-catching contrast against vividly printed images. Instax mini Stone Gray instant film will be available in a single pack with 10 exposures.

Pricing and Availability

The mini Evo will be offered in a classic, black and silver combination finish and will be available for purchase today at €199.99 SRP. The new instax mini Stone Gray instant film is also expected to be available for purchase also today for €9.99 SRP. The mini Evo will be available at Fujifilm stockists nationwide. Find out more on instax.ie.

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Twelve South launches new StayGo Mini USB-C hub

Twelve South, an innovative Apple accessories designer, today introduces the StayGo Mini USB-C Hub. StayGo Mini provides four additional ports including a headphone jack, USB-A, USB-C (for pass through power) and HDMI port so that users can easily connect and power their most essential accessories. Being able to easily access external hard drives, connect a display, use a keyboard or Magic Trackpad and other peripherals using StayGo Mini will make editing video, photos or polishing presentations on iPad Air, iPad Pro or MacBook much more convenient and efficient.
iPads are fantastic multimedia tools but there are limitations when it comes to connecting accessories to them. StayGo Mini solves this by giving users four neatly arranged ports for must-have accessories, like studio headphones, a display or a keyboard. StayGo Mini is also perfect for MacBook users wanting to connect a back-up hard drive, USB drive, external display or other peripherals to their device
Users can connect StayGo Mini directly to their iPad or use the included 0.5 metre-long cable. The handy cable enables users to connect this little hub to their iPad without removing their case, or place it below a monitor or Magic Keyboard for an improved desk setup. StayGo Mini can be used like a dock to quickly connect and disconnect everything at once.
Small and compact, StayGo Mini is perfect for anyone on the go. Having it snapped onto an iPad provides the freedom to connect peripherals as needed or they could use the pass-through power to charge an iPad, iPhone or AirPods.
The StayGo Mini is available now for £54.99 from Amazon. For those who would like additional ports, the original StayGo, also available from Amazon for £99.99 has eight of them.

Tech Review – Airthings Mini Wave air quality monitor

Most people have plenty of tech in their homes like smart speakers,bulbs and so on and these are great but what protection do these give you in the home? ZERO protection to be frank about it and whilst there is tech out there and we will be touching on a few products that do so and the first up is the Airthings Mini Wave air quality monitor which is a simple easy to use and set-up product that can be placed anywhere in the house.

This is a simple small puck shaped device in which you simply download an app set up then just leave it sat in the best placed position you might find it in your own home this can be put anywhere and you will see this in the app set-up as you go through the process, you can also have more than one of these in your home too, you can also get pollen levels thrown in for good mix in the app, the app is simple to use too which is great and that is all there is to it.

In the app you will see in the video below is what you will be given and what the app does for you, on the top you will see 4 icons then further down you can get a daily breakdown and more and the activity feed will be across the bottom. The product measures air quality VOC, temp and mold risk which is really important.

You can simply wave across the front of the device too if you like to get a quick idea of what the air quality is like and you get a light on the bottom of the unit this indicates the current status there and then, the app has a dashboard which is easy to understand and here is where you can get all the stats in one place.

Notifications on your smartphone for Airthings.

About the product

Airthings Wave Mini is your indoor air quality companion, allowing you to visualize the health and comfort levels of the indoor air quality in every room. Monitor mould risk, temperature, humidity and airborne chemicals (VOCs) to help with asthma, allergies, sleep and overall health.

When a room’s environment becomes less than optimal, Wave Mini will provide insights into the VOCS, chemical’s and odor levels in your air. The Wave Mini is the perfect, cost-effective first step into understanding your indoor air quality. Air quality and temperature vary drastically from room to room and the only way to reach optimal comfort and health is to measure in every room, luckily this lightweight device is wireless and portable so you can move it freely around your home getting the most from your wave mini.

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