The Galaxy Watch One Click Fabric band is one of many straps available to up the game with your watch, just like phones with cases watches now are an area where manufacturers can cash in with straps and bands to spice up your watch if you wish to do so.
This One Click Fabric Band is a simple installment and takes less than a minute to swap out, the pins however would be a bit of concern for me being so thin but so far so good, the strap is solid on the arm and can be fixed to any tightness you like and looks well, the colour may be a problem being so bright with getting dirty but that is to be expected and for the more demanding of us out there like sports fans. It is comfortable and has some breathability.
Overall it is a nice strap and the hook and loop fastener works well and the watch will remain secure on the wrist by my only worry is the pins holding it on but so far so good. Check the video below for more and stay tuned for more accessories for the Z Flip5 and Watch 6
The Otterbox thin flex case is one of the latest on the market for Samsung’s latest devices the Galaxy Z Flip5, cases for flip phones tend to take a while to hit the shelves but over the next few weeks we will see them arrive but some companies have them ready out the gate on a device launch
The Thin Flex case comes in many colours so there is choice for the customer and that choice is only up to you on which colour you go for. The case is presented as expected from Otterbox and just comes in simple packaging and you get some information inside the box and two parts for the case being a flip phone.
The case itself for me is on the thicker side making the device a tad bulky on the front however this protects that all important cover display on the phone giving you piece of mind in that area all ports are well covered too and deep, you get a clear view on the rear of the cover of your phone and the keys work well. I did find the fingerprint sensor a tad awkward to use though with the thickness of the case opened and closed but again this could be just me and my big fingers.
Overall your device will be protected from harm here with the case but the only exposed part is the folding mechanism itself and I yet have to see any cases that cover this bar one I seen on an ad on Facebook so I might get that in soon.
Check out the video below for more.
Features
Hard case with soft grip edges
Ultra-slim case designed for foldable phones
DROP+ | drop tested to meet military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6)
Made with more than 50% recycled plastic
Wireless charging compatible
Easy installation
Lasting antimicrobial properties to protect the case*
* Helps protect the case exterior against many common bacteria. It does not protect you or the screen.
The BIGGERFIVE BH-100 Wireless Kids Headphones are a nice new product for kids who like to tune out and lets be honest most do and listen to music or play games on their phones or tablets which gives the parents some time out too, these are super light and very comfortable to wear with nice padding on the cups and a nice padded headband too, they have a ratchet adjustment each side to get the right fit and are very robust which for kids is important.
The controls are all one one side which makes life nice and simple for your child too and you have got a switch to power on and off you have a light switch to change the colour setting which is on the cups and you also have controls to play /pause skip and reverse tracks which again is laid out nice and simple.
The sound quality is great but the important feature here is the sound levels which has two settings and you can override the first one if you will you can limit audio volume between 85 and 94dB which will not change even if accidently touched. The sound is crisp and clear and decent for a kids pair of headphones and I have to consider this as they are aimed at kids and not older teens etc, so on my assessment they sound decent here and your child will be fine as they will not be looking for the highs lows and mids and bass drops etc but they are well balanced overall.
Battery live overall is decent and if you you run out of juice as kids normally do with such products you have a wired option to avail of which is handy but overall you can expect around 48- 50 hours with the lights turned off and significantly less if they are on but still overall good.
For the money you will pay for these you cant go wrong for your child and these will keep them entertained for many hours even with or without the lights on the cups which does make for nice aesthetics in a darker room and again these can be controlled too on the headphones.
【WIRELESS KIDS HEADPHONES】 BIGGERFIVE 2-in-1 wireless and wired on ear kids headphones bring kids premium stereo audio quality, clear mic talk, vivid 7 colorful led lights and long battery life. Make kids’ long trip, flight, online class, homework, watching cartoon or movies and listening to, music more colorful and interesting. Let kids loves what they listen to.
【SOFTER & MORE COMFORTABLE& PORTABLE】Unique soft silicone outer-layer, light and cozy foam ear cushions, soft PU earpads cover and foam cushioned on headband ensure direct touch between kids and headphones soft and safe. Adjustable headband fits for growing kids to ensure maximum comfort. Foldable design with ergonomic headband is portable for travel, flight, and train.
【KIDS SAFE VOLUME LIMITING & BUILT-IN MICROPHONE】Limit audio volume between 85 and 94dB using combination key so the volume switch will not be accidentally touched. There is no need of worry about children’s hearing damage, even if without parental accompanying and surveillance. Let your kids love what they’re listening to, at a safe volume for different environments or tasks. Plus, use the built-in microphone to talk hands-free to friends and family!
Controls on the headphones
【50 HRS PLAYTIME & USB-C CHARGING】21 hours playtime of non-stop playtime in wireless led flashing mode is extended to 50 hours playtime of non-stop playtime in wireless non-led mode. One time charging gives 100 hours standby time. Using a USB-C cord for incredibly fast charging. You kids can play, pause, answer and end calls with the touch of a button.
【STABLE WIRELESS CONNECTION & WIDE COMPATIBILITY】BIGGERFIVE Wireless kids headset adapts BT 5.0 connection to ensure stable connection with long working range of up to 33 feet (10m). Use with all your favorite devices like cellphones(compatible with iPhone’s siri), tablets, laptop, computer, Chromebook, MP3, MP4 and other Audio devices.
Kids headphones are a thing you know and we have covered many over the years and in fact Puro has been featured here many times and today we have the latest model which is the BT200 Plus model headphones for kids with volume control, previously review here was the previous model the BT2200 and check out the review here.
OK so these are for kids but that does not stop me trying them out then my daughter tests after me it is how it goes here and how I give my final thoughts and being a kids/teens pair of headphones there is not much technical knowhow on how to use them and use the features, there is no app and all you do is just connect via bluetooth and the job is done it is that simple.
The build quality is excellent the padding is soft and plush with two sets of cups one for over ears and one standard set so you have the option to pick which suits you best or most likely your child in this instance, for me the larger cups obviously done the better job when it comes to noise isolation and the same applied to my daughter with the smaller cups so on that front they do a good job here not having ANC and so on.
The headband is comfortable to and like the cups soft and plush and they are made from vegan protein leather and can be worn for hours on end be it for music or gaming and knowing you are keeping your ears safe from harm, the extension arms are solid and do not move and stay fixed as set when you put them on first.
The controls are simple to use here and there is limited options here to control things including calls which is done by the bluetooth button, you have a power on/off switch and a volume up and down buttons all which are nicely raised and tactile to use, the is no skip or reverse tracks no voice assistant etc and no app, you can play and pause your music again via the bt button and that is all there is to it nice and simple they are for kids after all.
The sound quality is quite good and better than you would expect from kids headphones even the volume is decent given the target market and keeps things well balanced overall with nice highs lows and mids some bass too and no distortion on top volume either here and overall a pretty clean audio experience and it does not sound cheap either.
Features
LIMITS VOLUME TO 85dB: Made to protect young listeners’ eardrums from early hearing damage following the World Health Organization’s recommendation of an 85dB limited volume range.
STUDIO-GRADE AUDIO QUALITY: Our patent-pending Puro Balanced Response Curve provides them with the finest genuine studio sound, including clear, crisp vocals and full dynamic bass–all within the safety of 85 dB.
BACKGROUND NOISE ISOLATION: Our product features a fully passive design that blocks 83% of the ambient noise @ 1 kHz just by wearing them.
INTERCHANGEABLE EAR CUPS: Turn on-ear to over-ear for a better seal and more comfort.
HIGH-QUALITY DESIGN: Durable, vegan protein leather ear cushions and headband. Designed for a comfortable listening experience.
Specs
Type of headphone: On-ear headphones & Over-ear Volume limiting: 85 dBA sound Limit Ambient noise reduction: 83% of noise Daisy Chain Cable: For two Puro headphones to share one device Wireless: Bluetooth® 5.1 wireless capability Wireless range: Up to 30 feet from Bluetooth® source Battery life: 20 hours playback; 200 hours standby Battery type: Lithium ion rechargeable Charging: USB-C Charging
The Tranya Nova earbuds are one of the latest on offer from the company we have in for review sporting the latest technology at reduced prices, speaking see see below for a further discount on the latest from the company.
The Tranya Nova Bluetooth earphones are powered by the advanced Qualcomm QCC3072 chip and aptX technology. Customized “Tranya Audio” APP gives you all the control you want on your earbuds. 39 total hours of wireless playtime. With 12mm powerful dynamic drivers, advanced aptX Adaptive codecs and our proprietary SonicMax™ technology that can SIGNIFICANTLY enhance clarity and separation, the Tranya Nova wireless earbuds provide an exceptional immersive listening experience, we take a look at the app and the features below and also check out the video review to show you the options at hand which makes for better listening.
The design and build is familiar however they settle well in the years and will not fall out and are comfortable to wear for several hours and for the gamers this will be great to coincide with the game mode option present so it will enhance the gaming experience which for me is little use but tried it out and works well.
The audio experience again here is great at the price point you have EQ settings to toggle with to get that perfect sound for you and also the earbuds are fully customizable with their control options again nodding up to 5 taps to set a control if wish to do so, for me 4 is more than enough but Tranya take it to another level if you require it. The audio is great, crisp and clear you have bass and sliders to adjust the tone, highs lows and mids are fine and overall a decent audio experience for the price as expected from Tranya.
Adopt Tranya’s exclusive SonicMax™ technology to improve the sound quality, dynamic range and sound details of audio by using special audio algorithms and processing techniques. It enhances the listening experience of music, movies, games and other audio content and provides richer, clearer and deeper audio effects.
They are also decently loud too, calls are clear no lag latency and no distortion when maxed out which are always good signs of a better tuned earbuds which have 12mm dynamic drivers hybrid ANC and 6 mics for calls which works well as mentioned and 6 mics is something not often seen at this price point and for the gamers you have 47ms latency.
Battery life is decent enough too with wireless charging which is always nice to see giving you 36 hours in total, 9 hours on a single charge and with 30 mins wireless charging you can gain 2 hours of play which is great if you are committed to wireless charging like I am for example. With ANC on however you can get around 30-40 mins less with max volume on your earbuds, the ANC works well and is up there with other high end brands but more affordable here. Another bonus here is multipoint connection so for me as usual the laptop and phone are always paired and it is a seamless transition.
Overall for the money here you get plenty of bang for your hard earned buck it has to be said, the case and earbuds might look on the cheap side but don’t judge a book by its cover as they say.
The App
Features
Hybrid Active Noise Canceling: with hybrid ANC technology, the nova buds can eliminate noise up to 43dB. Additionally, they also feature Wind-noise Reduction to minimize wind noise interference.
Qualcomm QCC3072 Soc: Tranya Nova features the QCC3072Soc from Qualcomm, offeringa fasterand seamlesswireless experience.
Supported LE Audio:Transmit the audio with low power consumption for improving the battery life and performance of Bluetooth earphones
aptX adaptive Audio Technology: 12mm dynamic driver plus the aptX adaptive audio codec for better sounding wireless audio experience.
Qualcomm cVc 8.0 Technology with 6-mic:Enhanced 6-mic array and cVc 8.0 tech provide to deliver exceptional call clarity and reduce the environmental noise including wind noise.
Seamless Multipoint Connection: Connect 2 device at the same time with seamless switch.
Customized App Control: Effortlessly check battery levels, personalize touch controls, activate noise cancellation, and access more functions with the Tranya audio app.
Bluetooth 5.3 Technology: offering improved speed, range, and more stable connection.
OneOdio is a brand we have been testing product from some time now and the company offers affordable Audio products to the masses, they have several types of headphones aimed at more than one demographic but the latest on offer is the Focus A10 that comes with ANC of course at an affordable price.
The presentation this time around is great and they come with a nice hard shell carry case and the cables required in the box and when not in use these hard shell cases are ideal to store the product when not in use or if travelling..
The build quality is excellent here to and a departure from some of their older models which were mainly plastic and looked on the cheap side in some instances but not this time around, the headband is cosy as too are the earcups which alone do a decent job keeping much of the outside world at bay.
Headband
Cups
Battery life is great at around 50-Hour playtime and quick charge a 10-minute charge gives you another 5.5 hours however with ANC on expect less as always with this feature as it is a big power drain you are talking around 1-1.5 hours less but the fast charge is a win here.
There is no app again and this is where these headphones could have shined even more however it is not all bad at all and they performed well with the ANC/transparency/normal mode switch that is located on the left cup, the rest of the controls are on the right side which is voice control skip and reverse tracks play and pause so all the requirements are there including call control.
Right cup
Left cup
The sound is what we want to know about overall and it is decent for the money, nice and loud good ANC when its turned on of course and that’s indoors and outdoors, you will hear some outdoor noise but not much. For non audiophiles these overall done a great job for me with a nice bass level to them with no lag latency and felt more center stage and not bright like most cheap headphones can. Calls where fine though sounded on the deep side which is fine for me and lets not forget you can connect two devices at once here which worked well with my laptop and phone as this is my usual set up.
Features
Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling: The noise reduction depth reaches 35dB. Advanced noise canceling technology blocks out up to 95% of low and mid-range frequency noises
Transparency Mode: With Unique Talk-in through technology, you can not miss any flight/train information while waiting for planes and cars at airports and stations. Transparent mode is to reduce the music in the headphones while amplifying the human voice
Hi-Res Audio & Deep Bass: The Hi-Res logo represents exceptional audio quality, Separate low, mid, and high frequency transmission to provide hyper pure and clear sound.
Ergonomic Design with Comfort. With earpads equipped with true protein memory foam, A10 is flexible over-ear headphones that can be naturally adjusted to fit any sized head
Cables can be a messy thing around the home or office and we have over the years seen many ways to counter this problem and again mobfree has come up with another genius product to help alleviate cable management in one small gadget and this is no your typical solution that we have seen in other forms before either.
XuperCable now on Kickstarter is the latest 3 in 1 device to solve several issues at once and allowing you to charge up to three devices at once including laptops which is a crux of any other offering in the past I have seen before, so what we have here is a device that can rotate 360 degrees too which is great meaning it is not fixed so once placed on your table it can rotate unlike other offerings that are fixed in one spot making it more convenient for at home office or travel use. This means less cables to carry and one portable product that can be put into your pocket and of course your travel bag.
XuperCable uses MSC Technology for Safe Charging – Charge Three Devices Simultaneously so we have USB-C micro USB which will be soon phased out but there is a plethora of devices out there today that still uses it and of course lightning so you are covered from all angles here which is great via one small compact unit.
Check out the video below for more and what you can expect from this simple product and support them on Kickstarter
3-in-1 Design, One Cable for All Your Devices
XuperCable features three connectors (Lightning, Micro USB & USB-C). This 3-in-1 design works with all your modern tech devices from tablets to smartphones, Nintendo Switch, GoPro, earbuds, the list is endless.
100W Power Delivery Fast Charging, Charge Almost Any Laptops at Full Speed
With a built-in advanced E-Mark chip, XuperCable supports up to 100W Power Delivery, providing fast charging for almost any phone, tablet, USB-C laptop at full speed. MacBook Pro (13”) can be charged to 65% in 30 minutes (with a 100W PD charger).
Features
Adjustable Lengths for Different Needs – From 75cm to 175cm
Adhesive Base for Stable Connection – Stick it anywhere you like
360° Rotation for Ultra Convenience – Flexible charging angle
MSC Technology for Safe Charging – Charge Three Devices Simultaneously
The Creative Sound Blaster Katana SE is the fourth in the series from the company making it slip into a different price bracket so what we have here is a product that suits ones needs when it comes to sound, size and features and the case here there is no subwoofer with this one meaning less space taken up but it is slightly larger than others in the range and with all that in mind this still has plenty of ports and connectivity options that caters for just about anyone and not forgetting the RGB lights built in.
The build quality is excellent here again and it is a familiar affair when it comes to the layout of the I/Os and buttons which makes it good for existing users per say to change up or down their current models, for someone new buying this at its price and target market there will be no issues at all with the product. Check out the unboxing below before you read on if you are a first timer and have decided to go for this one. You can see the Stage 360 here and the Katana V2X here which was our last model to test and sit nicely in line with this one we have now. There is many other models to find on site if you want to have a look.
How does it sound then, hard to call over video but we have a video review below and in short this is excellent and almost up there with the last model and for me this is ideal for anyone who has not ventured into the soundbar game which is now popular, I have an expensive TV and one for gaming which was not cheap and you expect decent speakers but no, rubbish and downward firing which is still a feature when you buy a TV today and this is why soundbars are popular. Again a caveat here is where your IR port is on TV and soundbars usually block most of them but you can prop up your TV legs if required or fix the speaker the a wall with a bracket mine luckily enough allows me to use the remote but sometimes it is a pain.
The sound is great and that is all that matter I have tried and test with my Phone TV and gaming console and the result is the same optimal audio performance, no lag latency noted which I have notice this being an issue in the past with some soundbars again though this is with streaming and depending on your tv with some have the option to add delay and yes me having and expensive TV still has not got this feature but I am glad to say there is NO lag latency when streaming.
Best placed on your floor or on your TV stand and tuned up to the max sit back and enjoy the thumping bass and sound if your floors are wooden of course and it vibrates through the couch, not only this is coupled with Super X-Fi technology, 5.1 virtual surround capabilities, and versatile connectivity options, the Sound Blaster Katana SE is the ideal soundbar for gamers, movie lovers, and music enthusiasts who want an elevated audio experience without compromising on space or audio quality. If you have not yet tried this or a pair of compatible headphones you do not know what you are missing..
At the end of the day this soundbar delivers and all fronts, there is cheaper out there the price might put some off but from someone who has tested countless soundbars over the years this is worth the investment as it can be used in many scenarios and not just your TV, it is a one stop for sound quality and connectivity options and it is portable around the home or if needs be the office and in my case it does them all including my external office out my back which I often use to get away from the noise and just chill out.
Sound Blaster Katana SE is priced at UK£299.99, US$299.99, EU€329.99 and is available at Creative.com.For more information, visit www.creative.com/katanase
Wireless charging still has not caught on that much here in Ireland but me being into this kind of tech has adopted it some years now and I have wireless charging pads all over the house so I can just drop my phone on the fly, most important place are my bedside locker and review table and this little guy from the house of marley dropped in and aptly name One Drop.
The charger has an aesthetically pleasing look and will look well no matter where it is placed in the home and if you have the matching earbuds like the redemption ANC 2 to go with it even better but fear not this will charge almost any other Qi-enabled device and for me that is lots,
This will provide up to 10 watts of power which is not massive by any stretch but it is how many wireless chargers are these days and the product itself looks really neat with the speckled REGRIND underside and bamboo finish that looks really nice and premium, the company is also well known for being sustainable and it also comes with a really nice quality braided cable to top it off.
Features
Compatible with iPhone 8, iPhone X/Xs/Xs Max/XR, iPhone 11/11 Pro/11 Pro Max/SE, iPhone 12/12 Pro/12 Mini/12 Pro Max, iPhone 13/13 Pro, and other wireless-enabled Android smartphones and Qi-enabled devices
3-foot USB-C to USB-A braided charge cable to charge via USB-powered source. *AC adapter not included
