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Tech Review – One Odio A71 Fusion Wired headphones. #OneOdio #Headphones #Tech

One Odio makes a huge range of headsets at affordable prices and has a huge variety to pick from, these headphones are slated as DJ headphones and are wired with no Bluetooth or App it is a simple plug and play affair and if you have DJ equipment you can tune to your needs that way but for personal use they just plug in with either of the cables provided and you then use your phone to change the volume and tracks which is fine.

On looking at these on the website they look more premium than they do in the hand however they are really comfortable to wear even for long term use. So if you want a simple plug and play pair of comfortable cans these are ones to check out, the build is plastic they are very very light and come with a nice travel bag to keep them clean and out of harms way, there is also several colours available so this is also good for the consumer.

What is nice here is you can use these on your TV or tablet too alongside your phone so for movies they are really nice they do not have controls as mentioned but you can use the volume controls on the device or TV/ Music system you are connected to and you are good to go and the quality of the sound is not bad at all considered the price check out the video for more below.

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Features..

  • Unique design for DJ: We are passionate about DJ headphones, FUSION A71 headphones implements swiveling earcups, comfortable headband, hi-fi stereo sound, portability and features reversible housing and a rugged adjustable headband for free-style and single-side monitoring . Moreover, we also created a jack lock system, so no matter how much movement there is, the cable will not get off the headphones’ port. This is a great plus for DJs and musicians.
  • Dual-duty cable & adapter-free: This is a unique cable, one of the ends there is a 3.5mm jack and on the other end there is a 6.3mm jack. This great feature allows free exchange and most importantly: it’s adapter-free! Perfect for mixers, electric guitars, keyboards, and more.Dual-duty cable our solution for an adapter-free life— there are gold-plated 3 5mm & 6 3mm plugs on each end of the audio cable just simply plug in according to your needs and no more trouble finding a single adapter.
  • Superior Hi-Fi sound quality: Enjoy clear sound and powerful and stylish high definition stereo with FUSION A71 headphones. 40mm large-aperture drivers deliver riveting sound and a thumping bass. It is designed for stereo headphones. Offering clear, natural, and balanced audio quality that’s decent for most music genres.
  • Unmatched wearing Comfort & foldable design: The oval earpad design with pressure-relieving cushions has been engineered to match the shape of your ears, ensuring a secure fit with minimal sound leakage.The headband is adjustable and stretchable .Ultra thick earpads with seamless 3D sewing seal in sound, reflecting acoustics back towards your ears. As a result, you’ll hear more of your music with less outside interference. It is specifically suitables for monitor and DJ.

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Tech Review – Konftel Ego bluetooth speakerphone #Konftel #Tech

Having the right tools be it in the office or on the move is an important factor for many folk including myself and being in the tech space I consider myself lucky to have that equipment and get to test such out. Over the years I have tried many conference speakers and as expected they are getting better, more compact and more features and of course the price is getting better too which is a win for the consumer.

The Konftel Ego is the latest to drop on my desk and this is ideal for home use and indeed the office and with the work from home trend boom it is an ideal kit to have for more than just work duties this can be used in a personal capacity too for playing music on so you are not just buying a product for one use case scenario but two and to top it off it is portable and it is one of the slimmest ones I have used and the shape and design of this speaker is something different compared to the circular models which are popular and it stands out, several people have asked what it is here in the house and they all agreed with my thoughts on it. You can see the unboxing over on our You Tube

You get a travel pouch to store it in and the required cable to connect to your pc/laptop to charge up then you have the bluetooth connection of course keeping things wireless which I like and if you are one to be doing lots of zoom calls etc and you have the Konftel Cam 10 you have the ideal kit be it at home or if you are travelling and so on you have the ideal kit right here. It also works with works seamlessly with Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, Zoom, Avaya IX Workplace and many other collaborative tools.

There is a cool LCD screen underneath the grille on top that shows status/function alongside the LEDs on the side in different colours to indicate the function and then you have the simple controls on the left and right which makes it a non complicated tool to have at your disposal.

You also can connect to a smartphone or tablet so it is not just a pc based product it can be used almost anywhere, the sound that comes from the speakerphone is omnidirectional so a meeting with up to six people in a room is a breeze for this and you can hear crystal clear and the sounds pack a punch too when playing music and if you want you can connect your headphones so overall it is a win win for both office and home use and then the portability factor just tops it off for having such a compact tool that looks good and gives a great audio experience for you or anyone in your meetings.

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Tech Review – Gamesir X2 Mobile Gaming Controller. #Gaming #Tech

I have checked out several game controllers over the years and this one is easily the best I have tried out to date, Yes it does resemble a Nintendo Switch but so what this works and looks great and makes gaming on mobile a joy. I am not a massive mobile gaming fan but with this it changes everything for me. It is simple to use and set up it is comfortable in the hand and makes gaming much easier than using on screen controls which I m not a huge fan of.

Designed to provide a full array of controls and minimise lag to maximise your gaming, the GameSir X2 uses a wired connection. Using an innovative, movable Type-C plug which has an adjustable range of up to 51° allowing you to plug and unplug your mobile phone with ease to protect it from damage, the GameSir X2 virtually eliminates delay input allowing you to stay in control of any gaming situation at all times.

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The GameSir X2 features a split design – on each side there is a single joysticks along with a set of 4 buttons. The control buttons come with a service life of up to 3 million pushes – you can be sure that your thumbs will get worn out before the GameSir X2 does! The simple design ensures that your phone is held securely thanks to the durable stretch design, and the well thought out features – such as the soft rubber grips and gap between the phone and X2 unit to ensure air circulation will make sure that you get the best gaming experience at all times.

The X2 supports Microsoft xCloud, Google Stadia, Vortex and so on.

Available from Amazon.co.uk for £69.99

Tech Review – CareCam home security pan and tilt camera. #CareCam #Security #Tech

Home security is a must have and it is now more affordable than every with great cameras and features costing less each year, In the tech world the cost to performance ration has been of huge benefit to consumers giving us more choice and value for money this has been noticed in smartphones and true wireless earbuds and so on but this has drip fed down into the home security market too and there is much more feature sets coming on such cameras and lower prices meaning a win win for the consumer, this new camera from CamCare is one such camera offering great features for the price and it also looks well too blending in with home.

This camera is wireless comes with an sd card out of the box and works both on Android and iOS with a simple to use App with a nice easy to navigate UI so it not too difficult to get to grips with. As usual we go through the features and show you how to use the camera in the full video review below and you can always ask us if you have any issues. This camera is also part of a wider ecosystem which you can also check  out on their site 

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The network high-definition shaking machine, based on standard Smart H.264 technology, supports 1080P resolution, support standard ONVIF protocol, compatible with mainstream NVR devices, with wifi module, TF card slot, to build wireless connectivity and local recording capabilities, support independent mobile phones, computer real-time monitoring.

 

Tech Review – Stop identify theft with Secure Card with RFID protection. #identitytheft #securedata

Most of us today now use cards to make payments everywhere which is great also we use our smartwatches and smartphones to do the same but for now the majority is on cards, most if use several cards and carry these in our wallets and that is as far it goes we think no more about it but now we are at risk from these cards being read by RFID readers/card readers which can get information from your card without you even knowing this.

I have several RFID wallets and card holders here at home and use them daily though some of these are bulky but they work and I must add you should still use them but again there is many out there that have their cards slapped behind their case on their phone use a phone case that can carry several cards which I detest especially those folio typed cases where you can also carry keys and basically leaving yourself open to having everything swiped in on go.

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In short this is a super affordable item to have at your disposal and you should have to protect yourself in these challenging times and since the huge HSE cyber attack we are now going to be open even more to scams and so on, yes this might be in a different context however the more barriers in place for any form of identity theft the better..

RFID-Blocking Credit and Debit Card Protection
Protect your identity from your wallet

  • In-Lab Tested & Audited (NTS Certificate #: PR053811-ACT1005612)
  • Any credit cards within its 10mm e-field are made invisible to a reader
  • Fits in any wallet or money clip
  • Will last 3-6 years
  • Doesn’t require batteries or charging
  • Simply carry this card in your wallet or money clip and all cards within range of its electric field will be protected
  • Customizable appearance

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Tech Review – Joby Beamo Ring Light 12″ #Tech #Joby

Need some new lighting to enhance your video skills for only fans vids well this might be the one and of course can be used for other blogging material to give a better look to your video making.. There is many similar products out on the market today and I have some here in my studio and being honest this model wipes the floor compared to ones I got from Amazon to try out. The brightness on this unit is what you want this one for..

I keep a simple operation here but lights are important for some and this is a very flexible light to use with simple controls but I feel you should have the whole kit to got with it to get the ultimate finished product we did feature the news on the rest of the products seen on the packaging but yet have to try these out so as whole package I really thing the light on its own is not enough for more high end users of such material.

Mix things up with up to 10 different brightness levels and three colour temperatures to change the mood. Choose from 3000K, 4000K, or 5600K to give a soft, warm coloured effect, or go for crisper, blue-toned lighting. It comes with four cold shoe mounts that enables the microphone to be positioned at different points around the phone or camera for premium audio capture, and a cold shoe adapter for easy device mounting. The JOBY Beamo Ring Light 12” is compact enough (30.6×30.6x3cm) and incredibly lightweight (330g) to take on any trip or to keep it ready-to-use in a home studio or workspace. Ready to use right out of the box and compatible with existing JOBY products, the Beamo Ring Light 12” is perfect for all kind of content creators.

The JOBY Beamo Ring Light 12” can be bought  in a bundle or as an individual product. For more information see:

https://joby.com/uk-en/beamo-ring-light-12-jb01733-bww/

Tech Review – xFyro AI powered noise cancelling earbuds. #xFyro #Tech

The xFyro ANC are the world’s first AI-powered noise-cancelling earbuds according to the company and great value for money and packed with features galore. Ok so what features you might ask.. A whooping 100 hour battery life to start, IPX5 rated, BT 5.0 , Dual Beamforming mic, Quickcharge with USB-C , Digital Assistant, Transparecny mode  AI filters the sounds you need to hear from 6000+ distinct sounds in its memory, and AI powered ANC.

So how do do I find them.. Light, very light, nice fit and comfortable and overall good, volume level for me was not up to what I prefer so that is subjective but everything thing else you need is there at your fingertips and they are easy to execute a command each time without having to keep tapping to execute the task required, there is no app here which would have set them in a league of their own being fair but overall the music was fine here across the board all genres highs lows and mids where more than adequate and delivered a nice balance tone and sounded pretty much central. With my usual test loop on music You Tube and Netflix they done well calls are great too and the only thing for me was the volume level and apart from that they would suit anyone who is looking for earbuds and want all the latest features.

Check the video below for more.

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IPX5 water and sweat resistance and advanced weatherproofing make xFyro the perfect earbuds for use indoors, outdoors, and at the gym.

Industry-leading 100-hour battery life means they’ll never quit.

xFyro ANC was engineered with ergonomic precision to deliver the most comfortable inner-ear fit imaginable.

It’s never been easier to manage your music and your lifestyle without ever having to press pause.

xFyro‘s intelligent ANC recognizes over 6000+ unique sounds.

Tech Review – Emporia Smart 4 smartphone for seniors. #Emporia #Smart4 #RealHandsOn

Mobile phones today are a plenty from dumb phones to high end models but the majority being higher end phones they are a difficult for the seniors to use and adopt. Emporia though is a company that is changing this by offering devices that are easy to use and  now they have a smartphone with all the convoluted mess hidden underneath and makes the move from a dumphone/feature phone easy and this also allows you to go further into the submenus should you wish, with most of used stuck in lockdown now and no end in sight just yet the senior community want to learn and stay in touch with family and friends and dumbphones do not allow this to happen where the smart 4 offers it all keeping it simple for everyone and making the switch easy..

The tiled layout is nice and these can be changed you will see a complete walkthrough of the UI below in the video and what the phone can do and it is quite simple and well executed for the desired target market of this device not only that this device is affordable and makes a perfect gift in my opinion, OK it will not blow your mind with the spec sheet or camera but it does the job simple and is powerful enough to keep in touch with social media and more.

 

Chris Millington, emporia’s UK and Ireland MD comments: “This is an exciting “first” in a new generation of mobiles to join emporia’s portfolio. I’m proud to announce the S4 as our most innovative device yet to the Irish market, working exclusively with An Post Mobile. This phone really responds to some of the more recent challenges and hurdles faced by our senior citizens in everyday life and mobile communication – especially in a modern world of social distancing and contact-free living. We have worked hard to include intuitive and completely audience-relevant features like the pre-installed QR scanner, contactless payment functionality, and improved camera for new features like a magnifier for when you have left your glasses at home.”

This Google-certified smartphone runs on an Android 10 operating system, with an emporia interface that is tailored and adapted to the 66+ year old user.

The smartphone’s 5” screen is easy to read, with large fonts and app icons, and a soft touch coating makes it very easy to hold and use one-handed. Like all emporia devices it is also hearing-aid-compatible and is fitted with an emergency assistance button on the back for peace of mind for users.

The S4 comes complete with emporia’s unique comprehensive 135-page training book, allowing users to learn at their own pace and as a reference point. The concept of this training book extends much beyond instilling confidence and driving independence; it’s imperative to emporia’s customers and responds to how the human brain works and is the catalyst to changing smartphone value for this group. 

Key features of the senior S4 smartphone in a new digital world

What makes the S4 different to other smart devices in the emporia range is its following new features that bring the senior user further into the digital world, but in a simple way:

 

  • 13 megapixel main camera and 8mp selfie camera
    In a world where video calls and photo sharing are the most common form of communication, our S4 has an improved camera quality so users can be involved and connected in this way and stay in touch, even if isolated, with family and friends.

  • QR scanner
    The improved processing power on the latest S4 model sees the introduction of a QR scanner, meaning senior users are able to use the NHS track & trace / Ireland’s COVID tracker / Protect Scotland / StopCOVID NI apps, or register their check-ins, for safety and reassurance in a post-pandemic world.

  • Magnifying function
    Most of us experience presbyopia as we age, meaning we need glasses to read and struggle with close up text or smaller fonts. Whilst emporia’s devices are already tailored to help the users to use and enjoy the phone, when users are out and about, reading everyday things like restaurant menus may not be as easy, especially when we leave our glasses at home. This key app is designed to take away that frustration and act as an aid for our customers in everyday life – a reliable companion.

  • App Installer
    There are apps for everything out there, and this can be overwhelming when you need a key app like a track-and-trace, or WhatsApp to stay in touch with friends and family, need to share pictures, check the weather forecast or check the news. The App Installer on the S4 contains a list of the most useful 20 apps, making them all easier to download and locate so the older user gets the key apps straight away.

  • NFC technology
    Whilst NFC or contactless payments in credit and debit cards isn’t new, the new S4 brings NFC (near field communication) technology, or more to the point contactless payments to a new audience. When social distancing and contact-free are the norm, this function can offer a whole new shopping experience for older customers who tend to use cash. With the new 16-page guide to how to set-up Google Pay and the benefits of the security this brings, the retired audience will be equipped for the new era upon us.

T o buy S4 smartphone, please visit: www.anpost.com/mobile or emporiatelecom.ie/products/overview/emporiasmart4

 

Tech Review – CLCKR stand and grip wallet. #CLCKR #Tech

The CLCKR Wallet with the built-in Stand & Grip is the perfect way to carry cards and IDs whilst on the go. The Wallet slides down providing space for up to 3 cards and closes securely so you know your cards are safe. CLCKR’s patented built-in Stand and Grip allows you to use your phone in both portrait or landscape modes. The 3M adhesive on the back of the wallet provides a strong hold, securing to most devices. The CLCKR Wallet also features a coating of antimicrobial protection which kills up to 99.99% of germs. The product dimensions are: Height 100mm / Width 62mm / Depth 9.8mm.

This is a simple accessory to add to your smartphone and not expensive it does add some bulk to your device so keep this in mind but it does offer additional gripping power. Check the video below for more.

 

This will fit most smartphones that are out there today and will add some bulk to the back of the phone so keep that in mind.

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