UMEVO Note Plus – Magnetic AI Voice Recorder Review

The UMEVO Note Plus – Magnetic AI Voice Recorder is a handy new kit to  have at your disposal which can save you time and effort and the thing here is its size which is remarkable and literally the size of a credit card which uses ChatGPT and complies with GDPR.

This is also not constrained to a single OS use and works with Android iOS, Windows and Linux making it more flexible than others out there on the market.

You will need to download and app called AI DVR App to use it on your smartphone which is how we tested it out and it works rather well after time and occasionly like all other offerings picks things up wrong but for the most it works and what is also great here is the support for up to 140 languages.

The device itself is also well made and looks premium too and can attach to the back your smartphone with MagSafe or you can use the ring provided in the box so here again a win for non Magsafe devices.

The UMEVO NOte Plus gives real-time transcription, simultaneous interpretation, conversation translation, and smart audio editing—bringing professional-grade language processing to your fingertips.

There is a tiny display up top and one button so no messing around here either and it is simple to use as you will see in the full video review down below.

This is an ideal tool for workplace professionals, medical professionals, legal workers, journalists, teachers, students, sales representatives, content creators, and 100+ other professions and certainly has started to make life easier for me over the last while and it is also not expensive either.

The AI DVR App

Features

 

  • Free unlimited transcription: Enjoy free unlimited transcription minutes in your first year with no restrictions (Year 2 onward: see the FAQ at the bottom of this page)
  • New features: Real-time transcription, simultaneous interpretation, conversation translation, and smart audio editing—bringing professional-grade language processing to your fingertips
  • Powered by AI: Advanced AI transcription and summarization developed with ChatGPT and more—featuring multiple professional templates for various use cases and support for 140 transcription languages, with built-in translation functionality
  • Dual-mode recording: One-press meetings and calls capture
  • Storage & Battery Specs: 64GB storage, 40-hour continuous recording, 60 days standby
  • Data security: SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and EN 18031 compliant
  • Device compatibility: Apple, Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, Motorola, OPPO, OnePlus, TCL, Honor, and other major brands
  • Perfectly suited for: workplace professionals, medical professionals, legal workers, journalists, teachers, students, sales representatives, content creators, and 100+ other professions

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9 ways AI makes Pixel 10 Google’s most helpful phone yet

Google’s newest Pixel hardware includes AI features to help you make the most of your time. Check out nine new ways AI makes your Pixel even more helpful. See the first look here.

1. Try Google’s most powerful AI chip yet

All Pixel 10 phones come with Google Tensor G5, Google’s most powerful chip yet that delivers performance boosts while unlocking brand new experiences. Co-designed with the Google DeepMind team, Tensor G5 is the first chip to run the newest Gemini Nano model. And together, the combined power of Tensor G5 and Gemini Nano will make your everyday life easier by running many complex, generative AI experiences on-device.

If you decide on a Pixel 10 ProPixel 10 Pro XL or Pixel 10 Pro Fold you’ll also get a free year of Google AI Pro, giving you access to image and video generation tools like Imagen 4 and Veo 3 that make your creative ideas come to life.

2. Get a helping hand from Magic Cue

The more we do on our phones, the more we find ourselves digging through different apps to find what we need. Magic Cue connects the dots across your apps, like Gmail, Calendar, Screenshots, Messages and more, to proactively surface relevant info and suggest helpful actions when you need them.

Say your friend texts to ask when your flight’s landing. Magic Cue will reference your itinerary, pull the relevant details and suggest you share them right in your Messages app with just a tap. And if you need to make changes to that itinerary, Magic Cue automatically displays your flight information when you call your airline.

That in-context support shows up in many more situations, like when a friend asks you to send a photo or dinner reservation details. Magic Cue will suggest the right action or information as you’re replying, right in Google Messages. And if it doesn’t find a relevant suggestion, it won’t disturb you. Magic Cue runs securely and privately through a combination of the Tensor G5 chip and Gemini Nano. You’re in control — you can turn Magic Cue on or off at any time, and control what data it has access to.

Another place you’ll find Magic Cue is in Daily Hub, which you’ll find in your discover feed. Daily Hub is a personalized digest showing what’s coming up on your calendar, relevant topics for you to deep dive on, recommended playlists and more.

3. Build connection across languages with just a call

Voice Translate allows you to break down language barriers during phone calls. Through Tensor G5, our on-device AI translates your call in real time in what sounds like each speaker’s voice, so you can connect to the other person more naturally in their language.

Voice Translate works when translating to or from English with Spanish, German, Japanese, French, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian and Indonesian.

4. Let Pixel take the message

Call Screen continues to be a fan favorite on Pixel, but what about those times where you miss or decline a call? In the Phone app, Take a Message will now give you real-time transcripts for missed or declined calls. It will also use advanced AI to identify next steps for you based on the message — an update that will also come to Call Notes.

5. Get more help from Gemini Live

Since launching with Pixel 9, Google have continued to make updates to Gemini Live. That includes connecting to your favourite Google apps and letting Gemini Live see whatever you see, whether through your phone’s camera or on your screen.

With Pixel 10, Gemini Live can offer even more visual help. Now, when you share your camera, Gemini can not only see what you see, but also provide guidance by highlighting the solution directly on your screen.

And with Google AI Pro, you’ll have access to additional AI-powered features, like video generation in the Gemini app.

6. Level up your notetaking

Google’s AI-powered research assistant, NotebookLM, is now integrated with Pixel Screenshots and Recorder. If Screenshots detects a picture you’ve taken that could be a good fit for your notebook, it will automatically suggest you add it for easy tracking. Similarly, you can now add transcripts from Recorder to your notebook.

7. Take time for yourself in Pixel Journal

With Pixel Journal, you have a private space to focus on your wellbeing, progress toward your goals and build a lifelong practice of reflection. It uses on-device AI to give you writing prompts that help you process your thoughts, and it offers insights into your patterns and progress over time. You can even lock your journal so everything you write remains totally secure and personal.

8. Find writing support right in Gboard

Check your texts and fix writing errors with Writing Tools in Gboard. It’s a new experience that will not only spellcheck what you’re writing, but also offer rewrites in a specified style, like if you need your text to sound more professional or just want to find the perfect emojis to convey what you’re feeling. You can even use voice commands to help rephrase or rewrite the message.

9. Make music with Recorder

If you’re a fan of singing songs or humming ideas into Recorder, you can now transform those creative sparks into music. Just record your vocals and select your desired musical style to create a unique track that suits your vibe.

Rewiiind: Groov-e’s latest retro entertainment tech for physical media lovers

Groov-e, one of the UK’s leading consumer tech brands is taking us back to the 90’s with the launch of its latest products, including a Retro Cassette Player & Recorder, DAB Boombox, Retro Vintage Turntable, and DVD player.

The Retro Vintage Turntable delivers serious nostalgia, with its classic 33/45 RPM speeds, sleek rotary volume control, but also features a modern Bluetooth V5.4 connectivity for added convenience. Available from BHF, Amazon, and Groov-e for only £59.99, you can stream your music to your wireless speakers/headphones or jam out to vinyl through the turntable’s speakers. The launch of this product couldn’t be better timed, with UK vinyl sales rising by 10.5% in 2024 to £196 million, the 17th consecutive year of growth.

 

 

A new addition to their ever popular boombox range, the DAB Boombox features a CD player, DAB+/FM radio, Bluetooth, and a sleek backlit display. With dual alarms, 60 preset stations, and portable battery operation, it’s your all-in-one retro entertainment companion. The Boombox is available for £49.99 and will be available to buy on Amazon, Groov-e.

 

Groov-e’s compact DVD Player is the perfect companion for movie nights and marathons. With its 4-digit LED display, multiple output options, and a remote control, you can enjoy all your favourite DVDs, CVs, and USB files with crisp 1080P upscaling via HDMI. This one is just £29.99 and will be available on Amazon, Groov-e, and independent stores across the UK & Ireland.

 

The Retro Cassette Player & Recorder combines vintage charm with modern convenience. Enjoy up to 7 hours of playtime, a built-in microphone and speaker, auto-reverse functionality, and seamless Bluetooth connectivity. Whether you’re revisiting your favorite tapes or streaming music wirelessly, it offers the best of both worlds. The cassette player is £29.99 and available to buy from Amazon and Groov-e.

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Tech Review – CANYON Car Video Recorder DVR10GPS – Dashcam

The CANYON DVR10GPS  is one of many dashcams on offer from the company and the first time for us to test one out, We test many dashcams here and I always say every car should have them fitted as standard but to date it is not the case and leaves plenty of room in the market for you to go pick what suits your pockets and needs.

Setting up takes about ten minutes in total with getting the app downloaded then installing into your vehicle and if you are familiar with dashcams it will be no trouble, the UI on the app is simple to navigate using the keys on the device itself and you will be ready in no time regardless.

Equipped with a powerful Sony Starvis 307 sensor, it captures impeccable footage even in low light. The expansive 140° field of view ensures comprehensive coverage, leaving no detail unseen. Enjoy effortless installation with the magnetic holder – a secure and convenient mount. Powered by a dependable supercapacitor, this device guarantees stable operation even in extreme temperatures and being recently below freezing here it worked with no issues.

There is also an app and of course WiFi to connect to the device with when you are on the go and allowing you to draw down footage when required and this can also be locked on the device so you do not overwrite it which is important. The controls on the unit itself are simple to use as in on the app so you can set up with either. The database is updated weekly too for speed cameras and so on.

 

 

The built-in GPS module allows you to track the speed and location of your vehicle. Forget about speeding fines – the speed cam function will always let you know about the speed control camera ahead. This recently worked well for me testing another dashcam in the UK not knowing all the roads to well so pay attention to warnings although we differ here with how they operate over there towards here in Ireland. I had no notifications as the previous dashcam which was like a community set-up despite deriving many miles with work.

Overall this is a nice product and simple to use which is important some dashcams can be a bit cumbersome and have a hard to navigate UI whereas this one is simple to use and get around and keep you and your vehicle protected, check out the video review below for more and what you will find in the app and what is on the dashcam itself and all the features.

 

Product features

  • Recording FullHD 1080p at 60 fps
  • 3-inch IPS Screen
  • Sony Starvis 307 sensor with Night Vision mode
  • 140° Field of View
  • Multi-Language application
  • WiFi connection and application control
  • GPS and speed cam function
  • Supercapacitor
  • Magnetic mount with power supply
  • 3.5m Type C cable
  • Exceptional Italian design

 

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