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Tech Review – Puro Sound labs BT2200 kids headphones

The Puro Sound Labs BT2200 come equipped with a volume restrictor of 85 dB to limit output that a child cannot go above. The 40 mm dynamic driver combining with 82% noise isolation renders sounds more clearly, with the dynamic range from 20Hz to 20kHz and less than 1% harmonic distortion. This studio grade audio quality together with the Puro Balanced Response® ensures the headphones deliver an amazing listening experience with clear, crisp vocals and full, dynamic bass all within 85 dB volume limit.

The BT2200 is made with high quality materials to help prevent the possibility of allergies whilst using the headphones in the wireless mode stops the dangers of possible cable entanglement and tripping.

The ultra-lightweight design allows children to enjoy their favourite tunes without pressure to head or ears. An adjustable headband completes the natural, fine-tuned fit whilst the protein leather ear cups offers the optimal in comfort.

Controls are limited here however these are for kids use not adults so we have to take that into account here but it is an easy headset to use with raised buttons for ease of use and all kept on one side, you can play and pause music and change the volume and that is where it ends so skip and reverse tracks not present which is not a huge deal from a kids perspective.

The battery life is around 19-20 hours which is good for a kids headset and you can get a few days easily however it depends on how many hours a day but you will get at least two days of heavy use. Overall these a a really premium looking headset with great sound and great for kids with the added protection of their hearing which is vital.

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Tech Review – Skullcandy Push Active Skull-iQ true wireless.

I go through many earbuds here, in fact the most true wireless earbuds in Ireland for any tech review site here and every now and them something different comes along and I genuinely say to myself “these are something different” and this is the case for the new Skullcandy Push Active Skull-iQ which I have been testing a while now and you will get to see why in our full real hands on video review below, for context we like to show you more than stock images and show you the products we review so you get a better idea of what you are getting.

So what makes these different you may ask me, Well there is two things here that make these different apart from their great sound and we will go into this as we go on here in the review..

Build and design.

These come in a larger than usual case which is fine with me and it stands out once opened up with a nice bright Orange and Black look to it, the case is nice to hold, might be to big for some but overall it is a solid case to protect your earbuds and the magnets inside are strong too and the earbuds will not fall out. These also come with an IP55 rating which is Sweat and Water Resistance.

Skullcandy Push Active Skull-iQ techbuzzireland

Comfort and fit

These also fit really well too and have over ear hooks that goes around the ear and will not fall out of your ears,even for the most active folk and can be worn jogging or in the gym, there is one button on each side for controls but they have a new trick up their sleeve and buttons do not have to be used at all and you can just say “Hey Skullcandy” to do what you need them to do, more on this in the video below you need to see this in action.

Sound

At the price you pay here you get great sound however no ANC but this is fine with the really secure fit you will not hear much going on outside anyway unless outdoors in a noisy environment, with my ususal test loop they performed really well, highs lows and mids are fine and a good balance overall and then you have the app to play around with too with the EQ settings and also edit the button controls too which is excellent.

Hey Skullcandy

Users can simply  say, “Hey Skullcandy” to initiate seamless voice control. They can then give commands to play or pause  content, accept or reject calls, turn on Stay-Aware Mode for enhanced safety and even launch Spotify. Through a  partnership with the world’s most popular audio streaming subscription service, Skullcandy is the first to provide  voice-activated Spotify Tap™ access. A simple, “Hey Skullcandy, Spotify” voice command enables the most  frictionless way to access music and podcasts, or users can press a button on their earbuds to activate. Skull-iQ also makes it easy to issue audio commands directly to a device’s personal voice assistant without any additional  setup. These game-changing convenience features are ideal for anyone seeking added flexibility, but especially  important for active lifestyle users engaged in activities like snowboarding, mountain biking, skateboarding and  more.

As they say above this is the one of the new features I really like and it works well as you will see in our video review below and not only this you can use your earbuds as a remote shutter for your phones camera and this is something else I really like and something that will be very handy for people out there..

Conclusion

These are a super pair of earbuds for the price you pay and the features you get, there is some exclusions like auto play and pause and no wireless charging however this is fine there is fast charge and with the features aside that these are something for the more active folk or anyone in fact to consider looking at.

 

Push Active True Wireless Earbuds – £69.99 MSRP.

  • Skull-iQ Smart Feature Technology – Issue simple, hands-free voice commands to take calls, change tracks,  adjust volume, turn on Stay-Aware Mode, activate device assistant, launch Spotify Tap, and more. • Over-the-Air Updates – Update earbuds via the Skullcandy App to add new features for enhanced functionality  and added value.
  • Premium Audio Quality – Experience supreme sound thanks to expertly-tuned acoustic drivers, dual  noise-reducing microphones for natural and clear call quality and a noise-isolating fit.
  • Up to 44 Hours of Battery Life – Listen longer with 10 hours of battery life in the earbuds and 34 hours in the  charging case.
  • USB-C Rapid Charging Case – For 10 minutes spent in the case, receive 2 hours of battery life. • True Wireless via Bluetooth® 5.2.
  • Auto On/Connect – Enjoy automatic turn on and pairing with the last device used.
  • IP55 Sweat and Water Resistance – Go on any adventure without missing a beat.
  • Built-in Tile™ Finding Technology – If an earbud is misplaced, simply ‘ring’ it from the Tile app.

For more information on Skull-iQ Smart Feature Technology as well as Push Active True Wireless Earbuds,  visit http://www.skullcandy.co.uk

See the video below for more context and how they work.

 

 

Tech Review – The Jabra Elite 3

Over the last while I have been testing the all new Jabra Elite 3 which is their latest entry to the market and it is their first affordable pair if you will keeping much of their trademarks in play here, I have said for a long time now Apple and their prowess in the earbuds market is long gone and any tech journalist that continues to say different is just a mega fan boy in denial and that is all there is to it and before you get rich with your keyboard I own Airpods, there is much better value out there now and Jabra now throw a new pair of earbuds into the mix. You can check out the full unboxing HERE

Build and design

The design has changed slightly and more industrial looking but this is ok and they look well in the standard dark gray we have you can see an image compared to the 85t below, they fit well in the ears and give a good seal and are locked into place rather well and with the right size tips on you should be good to go and get the maximum benefits you would expect, there is no stem on these like previous models either and perhaps something other folks might like but earbuds with or without a stem do not bother me.

These also have a smaller profile that the 85t and do not stick out as much and that could be a big win for some too and again something that does not bother me much but does for others.

Jabra Elite 3 vs 85t techbuzzireland

Controls

The controls work well here and by that I mean you have a large are top tap here with that clicky button effect over the tap a certain area which means you are guaranteed to pull off the command you want and you also get the Sound Plus app but here is what I found really odd was that you loose adjustable EQ controls you get from say the 85t, in fact when testing at first I thought I was loosing the head for a minute and popped back in the 85t just to be sure and I was right, this is an odd exclusion here but you have to remember the price but you do get the access to the app which is a bonus.We go through the controls as ususal in the video review but for the most we have go the needs required and expected at this price point.

Sound

The part people really only want to read in a review – I will be the first to admit given I am a huge Jabra fan but we are not biased here, they are no 85t but also they are sub 100 euro earbuds either, they do lack ANC and Auto Play/Pause but with the seal you get with the right tips gets them off the hook for passive noise isolation here and as for the Play/Pause thing it never bothered me you have controls to stop the music after all. If this is your first venture into buying new earbuds you will not be disappointed and from coming down from the 75t I was not either given the price of the earbuds the overall sound was great, not as loud or punchy or defined as the 85t but a decent job overall with highs lows and mids and are fine for Netflix You Tube and music and it is better again in a quiet environment.

Conclusion

For the price you pay here you are doing well for the money even with the excluded features, you do get an IP55 rating which is sufficient for most,decent battery life and an overall good listening experience which overall I would describe as bright, they are robust and easy to use and you have to remember the cost of these, Jabra is a well known brand and that might slip people’s minds here but the entire package as a whole delivers overall and throws a spanner into the works for other manufacturers to think about, just like smartphones the cost to performance ratio has dropped significantly over the last few years and the time has well come for earbuds too.

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Tech Review – ITSKINS hybrid clear case for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

Next up in our Samsung Galaxy Z flip3 case round up is the latest on offer from ITSKINS who recently partnered with Samsung and this case is one for those who like to see their natural colour of their device, this one does this and also protects your device both front and rear with a raised edge on the front allowing you to place the device face down.

There is several colours available to choose from too which is nice and you are not stuck with the usual that some manufacturers offer. The case also provides a better grip and also the buttons are tactile and work well..

This slim, crystal-clear case lets you show off your phone’s premium design. A custom anti-yellowing TPU polymer ensures your case stays clear longer.With an optical-grade acrylic armor hardback and dual material construction, HYBRID // CLEAR offers premium drop protection to your device. Our signature HEXOTEK impact absorption technology has been integrated into the interior perimeter of the case, making it drop safe from up to 3M/ 10 Feet. The slim, lightweight design won’t add extra bulk to your phone. Raised edges shield the screen and camera against everyday bumps and scratches. Our custom high-performance antimicrobial polymer helps keep your phone microbe and germ-free. HYBRID // CLEAR has been Eco-Designed, using 100% recyclable materials and produced with sustainable methods wherever possible

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Tech Review – PHNX case round up for the iPhone 13 Pro

PHNX formerly MNML have been a regular feature on techbuzzireland and have now a range of cases for the iPhone 13 series, we have the iPhone 13 pro and they have sent us over some cases to check out which give you a super clean look and one that is minimal, these cases are best used with screen protectors to give you protection but they do not add any bulk to your device like some cases do, they are 0.35mm thin and come in three different colours.

The cases also work well with wireless charging and are not fingerprint magnets either and are very robust given how thin they are and are an ideal pick up for your smartphone if you just want something simple.

Features of the cases are

  • Slim, sleek, non-branded case preserves the beautiful look and feel Apple phones are famous for
  • Raised bump around back camera provides camera extra protection from scratches
  • Special finish prevents fingerprints on the notorious fingerprint-magnet iPhone glass back

See their website for a full range of cases and check the video below to see what exactly you are going to get. Check out the iPhone 13 pro case lineup and get a 25% discount HERE using the code Techbuzz

Tech Review – Otterbox Stand for MagSafe Charger

If you need accessories for your iPhone 13/Pro/Max  check out the Otterbox Stand for MagSafe charger which is very usefull in more ways than one, there is a myriad of MagSafe accessories out there now and if you own Otterbox with Magsafe cases this is a must for the Otterbox fan.

This makes life much easier for those who do not like wires and it also comes with a good cable management system too which for me is ideal this can be used on your bedside locker or beside your PC as an extra tool having your device at hand for social media, calls and media consumption keeping your PC free which I find productive and very handy to have, you could also use it on your bedside locker too for viewing media and so on and your phone can be used in both vertical and horizontal mode which makes it and ideal accessory and also makes a great gift if you know someone that could do with it.

The build quality is also excellent here, it might be white but has a matt finish is very robust with cable management to keep the cable out of the way, it does not collect fingerprints and has a rubberised base to stop it moving around and is a really premium finish and will not get scratched either.

FEATURES  

  • Designed for seamless interaction with Apple MagSafe Charger, iPhone  and cases with MagSafe*  
  • Accommodates strong magnetic alignment and attachment  
  • Precision-fit design for Apple MagSafe Charger (sold separately) 
  • No-slip, weighted form holds stand in place as iPhone clicks on and off • Facilitates optimal wireless charging speeds up to 15W for iPhones with MagSafe • Suspends iPhone securely at any angle while charging, streaming and connecting • Compact design and styling blends in around the home and home office • Premium finish resists scratches and fingerprints 
  • Sleek stand with cable routing feature protects cable 
  • Legendary durable OtterBox design 
  • Hassle-free customer service 
  • For best experience and protection, attach to an OtterBox for MagSafe case† 

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First look at the €199 realme 8i with 120Hz refresh rate #realme8i

Building upon the success and maintaining the momentum of the overwhelmingly favoured realme 8 series, today, realme will launch one more best-seller candidate: realme 8i. Since its inception, realme has been carrying out the mission of democratising tech for all, by providing cutting edge technology at an affordable price.

This time, the realme 8i brings the first 120Hz ultra smooth experience with a never before seen affordable price. Equipped with a powerful G96 processor, 120Hz display, and up to 7GB Dynamic RAM while also featuring a massive 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charge, realme 8i is poised to be the ultimate smooth superhero.

realme 8i comes with Helio G96’s debut in Europe. The Helio G96 possesses two large A75 cores and 6 small A55 cores, and its main frequency reaches up to 2.05GHz.

The Helio G96 processor is jointly overseen and launched by realme and Mediatek, demonstrating realme’s determination in ensuring quality control and product development. Seven senior engineers were assigned to guide the whole process. Over the course of 106 days, they had technically optimised 3 major performance features, making the realme G96 the only G9 series chip that can power 120Hz displays for updated smooth gaming performance. This is also realme’s first screen in which the brightness can reach as low as 1 nit.

Combined with high-quality performance, the realme 8i also offers the ultimate immersive viewing experience with its 120Hz refresh rate, 6.6inch full screen with a 90.8% screen-to-body ratio, allowing more people to enjoy the ultra-smooth experience together.

Apart from processor and screen display, realme also upgrades the smooth experience with DRE technology, Dynamic RAM Expansion, where 4GB RAM can be upgraded to 7GB RAM (only 4GB+128GB version). The DRE technology is originally derived from computers and is now applied to smartphones for comprehensive uplift in overall smoothness. Not only do apps open faster, but background processes also move faster.

The realme 8i not only delivers a smooth experience but the 5000mAh Battery has also been optimised for ultimate, long-lasting performance that doesn’t affect the day-to-day experience. With just a single charge, this device lets you talk to your friends for 40 hours straight, listen to 1,200 songs or watch 18 movies.

For now we take a dive into the new device and will have a full review soon so if you have any questions feel free to ask below or on our You Tube video below

Tech Review – Cocoda Phone Tripod Extendable with Bluetooth remote

Vloggers and Bloggers need some kit every now and then to get things done and this is something that might be of interest and affordable and can be used in several scenarios and again it is portable and it is also light. The Cocoda Phone Tripod, Extendable comes with a telescopic pole that gets higher than most and comes with a bluetooth remote control which makes many tasks much easier rather than having a second person with you all the time which is great.

This product also has a better base than most allowing it to hold more weight and is built with aluminum rather than plastic which many tend to be. With the main portion that holds devices being effectively 360 degrees it is also not fixed and gives you more freedom too which is another benefit, some of my kit for example is fixed and some is more flexible and this one here does a great job of covering all angles.

Features

  • Cocoda Phone Tripod Stand, Bluetooth Selfie Stick Tripod, 20.4’’ – 55.9’’ Flexible Mobile Phone Tripod Mount Holder, Compatible with Camera iPhone 13 12 11 8 7 6 Pro Max, Galaxy S20 S10 and Other Smart Phones
  • Fast Bluetooth Remote Shutter: The pocket sized Bluetooth remote allows you to take selfies or group photos easily from a distance up to 10m or 33ft. And the shutter is built in 60mAh CR2032 lithium battery, which can be instantly connected and operate easily. Just record every moment like traveling, parties, face time, vlogging from now on.
  • More Possibility: This smartphone tripod can be extended from 20.47″ to 55.9″, and combined with 180° head rotation and 360° rotatable phone holder, it can meet the requirements of different height and angle formerly impossible when shooting or video. Let you enjoy the top-level stable quality of photographing works. Product Attributes Bullet Points
  • Stability and Non-Slip: Equipped with 3 quick flick locks, you can adjust it to the length you desire. To prevent telescopic stick sliding down, please make sure each stick is locked. Non-slip foot pad maintains the stability and security of your device without any slippage.
  • Great Compatibility: With universal 1/4 inch screw, this phone tripod mount compatible with digital camera,action camera, GoPro etc. And the phone with width between 2.36 to 3.54 inch, such as compatible with iPhone iPhone13 Pro Max 13 Pro 13 mini 13 SE 12 Pro Max 12 Pro 12 XS Max XR XS X 8, Samsung Galaxy S20 Note 10 S10 S10e S9+, Google Pixel, and More.

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Tech Review – Airlit Fan with portable ring light, mirror and smart fan in one.

Over the last year I have been using the companies first offering and with out it I would have been 6 feet under this fan has been a life saver during the hot days and nights and it has got smarts to boot which makes it really nice and hand and also lazy when you are lying in bed but there is nothing wrong with that all all, after reviewing the Geo Smart Pro I was looking forward to testing this model here and it does not disappoint.

There is one caveat so I will get that out of the way and there is no swing option here but all the other smarts are here as before and apart from that the rest is good, this is more aimed at the ladies for me but there is no problem for men to use it like me and would have no issue showing it off, this time around it is a smaller fan and comes with a telescopic extension and is lighter than last years model and you get lights, a mirror and a phone holder to top it off, only fans and creators will love this one that is for sure but it can be also used for doing make up and of course just staying cool and having a light and phone holder at your disposal it just makes life really easy, with light controls and fan speed control you can relax in bed or your couch or get busy doing what you have to do with all the other features.

 

 

 

The AirLit features include:

App automation – allows users to automate the fan’s actions and triggers. For example, if the room gets too hot the fan will automatically kick in. The fan uses WiFi to source and follow temperatures.

Light it up (or down) – Manage your light based on your preferences. Select from 3000-5000k and 10%-100% dimming means you can change the brightness depending on your environment and time of day.

Magnetic mirror – easily transform the AirLit into a mirror with a magnetic attachment and couple up with the light and it’s perfect for make-up application and hairstyling.

Flex-Rotation – choose your best angle – with 180° vertical rotation and 270° flex rotation AirLit can work with your best angles.

Telescopic extension– 400mm to 1000mm

Reverse charging– Allows you to charge your device in case of an emergency.

Blue light reduction– Use it as a desk lamp when on screens to help reduce strain on your eyes.

Battery life – up to 15 hours of usage

Timer – users can use AirLit for up to eight hours, so it’ll last the whole working day or night.

Modes – users can choose between three different light modes, reading, focus and leisure according to their environment and one fan mode which mimics nature’s air flow to ensure a controlled and calming breeze, giving you a feeling of sitting outdoors.

Speed –the fan can be set to low, medium or high fan speed depending on your preferences.

Voice control – Alexa or Google Assistant can give users a glow up in seconds

Check the video review below for more, the company sent us this to review with no compensation paid or input and are seeing the review the same time as you.

The AirLit is available for £89.99 from Robert Dyas and www.geosmartpro.com.