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Review – The Ludos turbo wired earbuds. #LudosTech #Earbuds #TECH

Ludos have a new set of affordable earbuds out now called the TURBO which is their latest addition in their line up from which we have been testing over the last few weeks that come in at a great price and keep getting better each time. They have also just released a set of comfy tips to give you better comfort and sound which you can check out over HERE.

Wired earbuds are still a thing and so are wireless today so it is good to have a choice of what to but.Like I have said before there is no shortage of selection and particularity now seen in petrol stations and budget stores the prices can vary but in general the product is crap with terrible sound and build. Again the turbo come in a nice metal box with a draw string bag which alot has to be said for in presentation terms as outlined above we get a typical plastic presentation.

The build quality again stands out here with a good cable and metal housing on the buds which is good and an ergonomic design,looking at the previous products you can see how they are changing the style and fit enhancing their products as they grow. When it comes to sound you get once again a well balanced and tuned pair of earbuds with a nice bass level too so for anyone worried they will not be disappointed here again.

 

❇️ 【NEW ERGONOMIC HEADPHONES】 We at LUDOS have one goal: We want to meet our customers’ expectations and know how important quality and service are. The new TURBO headphones from LUDOS offer maximum comfort because they nestle against your ears. Numerous studies regarding the ergonomics of the ear have paid off: you can wear these new headphones for hours without problems, without making them feel uncomfortable.

  • ❇️ 【UNIQUE QUALITY】 Music is our passion, so it is our duty to produce audio devices that delight our customers with an elegant, dynamic and intense sound experience. Our products are unique and have been developed based on customer needs. With LUDOS TURBO you can be sure that every sound is reproduced true to the original and that you can fully enjoy all pitches, whether in the high, mid or low range.
  • ❇️ 【THE CONCENTRATED POWER OF LUDOS】 As a start-up, we have sold more than 100,000 headphones all over Europe in just 2 years. The longevity of our products and the satisfaction of our customers are our best selling points. TURBO, the brand new in-ear headphones from LUDOS combines several advantages: additional resistance thanks to a reinforced cable that has a larger diameter than comparable products and extremely durable components.

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LUDOS TURBO earphones:
★EU: https://amzn.to/2V9PgDt
★UK: https://amzn.to/2QWLSZE
★US: https://amzn.to/39xEB

 

 

Review – The House of Marley Redemption ANC True Wireless #Tech #TrueWireless

Over the last while I have been testing out these earbuds and I have been impressed to say the least and not only this the attention they have been getting from people on the street or family circle due to how they look,they really stand out and look great and to top it off they sound great too and potential buyers will not be disappointed at all here with the overall package on offer.

The Marley Redemption are not your typical pair of true wireless earbuds but made with bamboo and sustainable materials which many companies are now doing to tackle the climate change issue we constantly hear about. The charging case is also quite nice and different with a bamboo finish and a speckled soft touch finish on the inside, We have quick charge here which will see you around two hours in a 15 minute charge which is great. The overall battery without ANC is on par with the claims and without ANC on the last longer but you will be using the ANC here.

When you pair these up they for the first time you will have no issues from here on and they pair pretty quick too out of the box once you have your bluetooth activated, You also get a non robotic voice when changing mode and a real stereo effect sounding lady which also sounds nice and better than what we typically here with true wireless earbuds and this is when you first experience how good these sound as a whole.

Controls are easy to use with touch set up rather than button and these worked great during my testing each and every time, We have double tap on the left for voice assistants and the same for call control and calls are pretty clear too and sounded good both ends on my testing, They do not allow you to reverse track which was my only real gripe but not an issue for me, You can play and pause tracks with a double tap on the right and again on the right a tripple tap will skip tracks. Tripple tap on the left allows you to change the mode with ANC, There is no volume control on these which might bother some but we have auto play and pause. These offer a great seal in general and block out a good deal of the outside world but you can let that in should you wish to do so and for those into fitness they will not fall out.

On my usual test run with Netflix/You Tube they worked a treat with great balance overall and good direction with loud volume and good highs lows and mids and overall pretty impressive with a good bit of bass and good separation you will not be let down here, No lag latency either I am no audiophile expert but have tested over a 100 pairs of true wireless and I know a good pair when I hear them and these certainly fit in my top ten to date.

Battery life is on the low to mid end here but you get fast charging and there is no wireless charging on the case which would have been a nice finish to the product as a whole but with whats on offer here they are priced a little high for some and I tend to agree but you get something different here that stands out and they would earn my hard earned money if put in front of me.

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Review – The Plantronics Calisto personal speakerphone. #Plantronics #Calisto #Tech

The Plantronics Calisto is a nice compact portable speakerphone that can be used in more than one capacity, Mainly aimed at the the office type situation this can also be used in a personal capacity at home too or even on travel as it is small,durable and portable. With the option to connect with USB A cable or 3.5 mm you are not limited but there is no bluetooth option here which would have been nice but it is not a huge caveat given  most people today prefer the bluetooth connection method but think of the battery life your saving.

This cicrular speaker is not the loudest one in the world I have tried but offers easy to use functions and give off a spatial surround sound so this is ideal for a smaller office environment rather than a large on or a desk with a few people sat around it for call and so on and if connected to your PC it will offer a better listening experience for everyone in the vicinity of it.

Call quality is good and you have the option to mute this and swap between profiles which are music and calls. You can charge the device via Micro USB or via your laptop or PC via the USB A cable. You can also connect this to your smartphone by the way which is a great idea and not tying you to one device.

Overall the quality is not bad at all and it does have some cool lights on one side similar to what we have seen like the Jabra 710 speak we checked out some time ago. When it comes to buttons there is not much to take in here with the volume control a call key and mute key it is simple to use. Check out the video review below for more..

Features

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Review – Poetic Cases round up for the iPhone 11 #PoeticCases #iPhone11 #Tech

Poetic cases are a know brand when it comes to phone protection and more and they have a huge range of of products to pick from and they also come in a wide array of colours which is nice from a choice perspective. Poetic cover all major brands when it comes to protection for your smartphone tablet and now Apple watch, Yes protection for the Apple watch is a thing folks…

Poetic has sent us their top three cases for the iPhone 11 which offer ultimate protection for the device which has a nasty price to replace either front or rear, Two of these cases have a screen protector built in too for maximum protection and these work fine though some might feel this extra layer will effect the touch performance which it does not as you will see in the video below/

The AFFINITY CASE offers all the protection you need with the following included.

  • MILITARY GRADE DROP TESTED [MIL-STD 810G – 516.6] Apple IPHONE 11 Rugged Lightweight Clear Bumper – Protects your Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max from all angles. Shockproof/Drop-proof/Impact resistant/Scratch-proof.
  • SAFE SCREEN PROTECTION – Extra raised lips and corners of the front hard frame provide super protection from drops, keep your screen safe.
  • HONEYCOMB PATTERN FROST BACK DESIGN – The raised ridges include a frost matte finished against any scratch, concave area has honeycomb pattern crystal clear to show off your device.
  • IMPACT RESISTANT BUMPER WITH INNER BUFFER ZONE – Inner Buffer Zone is designed for tough shock absorption and aids against accidental drops, bumps, and scratches for improved protection

The REVOLUTION CASE is a two part case with screen protection included and not only that you get a kickstand built in which does not require you to remove your device to consume media with it placed on its side. Again all the features are there.

  • MILITARY GRADE DROP TESTED [MIL-STD 810G – 516.6] APPLE iPhone 11 RUGGED CASE – Protects your Apple iPhone 11 from all angles. Shockproof/Drop-proof/Import resistant/Scratch-proof.
  • SAFE SCREEN PROTECTION – Extra raised lips and corners of the front hard frame provide super protection from drops, keep your screen safe.
  • HEAVY DUTY SHOCK-PROOF MATERIAL – Composed of premium polycarbonate and shock absorbing TPU bumper for drop protection.
  • BUILT-IN-SCREEN PROTECTOR – Front polycarbonate casing with a 3D Curved built-in screen protector adds a layer of protection without affecting screen responsiveness.

And finally the GUARDIAN CASE is again a two part case again offering the protection you need with everything covered..   Check out the video below for a more detailed look at the cases and check out POETIC CASES for their full range of products at a great price.

Review – The TECH 21 Studio Colour case for the iPhone 11 #Tech21 #iPhone11 #Tech

Tech 21 have sent us over one of their cases to check out for the iPhone 11 which is one of many available in their wide range of products on site which covers tablets,laptops and mobiles, They also have got cases for Airpods too should you need to pick up one for your own which look really well and will protect that glossy case.

This case is made with plant based materials and has 8ft drop protection, with antimicrobial protection,thin and 32% plant based alongside their 100% recyclable packaging, This case comes in a range of colours and there is a wide variety of style available too and TECH 21 always have a great range at hand which gives the consumer a good choice.

The case keeps all ports free and easily accessible with a lip around the front of the case and the camera hump protected too,this means the device can be placed face down and rear down without the need to worry about scratching either side,the buttons work really well and remain tactile and do not effect the travel on the keys,you also get a but more grip with this case and it looks well and there is several colours to pick from, Check out the video below and you can check out the range HERE 

Tech Review – The Groov-e Ultra headphones with Wireless charging. #Headphones #Tech

Groov-e is a brand that brings affordable tech to the masses and does not dip on quality either for the price bracket, their latest headphones have just dropped and I have been testing these out for some time now and for the money if you like a little bass and super easy to use controls these are worth a look. Comfort is another factor here with soft cups that give great isolation off the bat.

Mostly made with plastic they do feel a bit cheap but light but overall you cant complain they deliver a nice tone of sound mostly being deep and with bass with 40mm drivers they are loud and pleasing overall no matter what you might listen to be it music, Netflix or You Tube also to note there’s no lag latency. What I love most on these it the controls which you will see in the video below and how easy they are to use, none of this double triple tap rubbish to change tracks and volume etc. You get around 30 hours of music playback and you can of course opt in for a wired connection should you run out but these also come with wireless charging which you don’t see at this price, Simply placed on a wireless charger and you are good to go. Wireless charging with the Apollo light is one example and lives at my bedside locker and is designed to be as easy as possible. Users simply place compatible devices on the 5w charging pad to start powering up the battery immediately.

Apollo’s light utilises three LED modes; warm, warm white and cool white enabling the user to tailor the light tone as required. Whilst, a dimmer function means the brightness can be adjusted up or down too. For those that like tunes before bed or to get them through the working day – Apollo also has an integrated Bluetooth speaker.

  •  Bluetooth Connectivity
  •  30Hrs Wireless Audio Playback
  •  Voice Assistant
  •  Hands-Free Microphone
  •  Removable Audio Cable

 

  •  Supports Wireless Charging
  •  Super Bass
  •  Soft Ear Pads
  •  Folding Design

35 Quid folks you cant complain..  BUY HERE

 

Review – The LUDOS CLAMOR wired earphones. #Tech #Earphones #LUDOSCLAMOR

Wired earbuds are still a thing these days and people are still moaning about the headphone jack which is probably a valid one for many but that is not my call but having said that I had to take out a Three Year old phone to test these earphones out but it is what it is..

The Ludos Clamor earbuds from Amazon are a wired headset with a simple inline control allowing you to do the usual with your earbuds but with a wire attached and it was some fun even for me to check them out and go the old fashioned way just to see how these actually sound.

Now you are only paying around €15  for these and they are by no means a high end product but have a great build quality and not made with cheap plastic which alone is better for sound. They come with spongy tips similar to comply foam which do a decent job of noise isolation which is not seen too often at this pricepoint.

The inline control works well and is very tactile and works every time and I had no issues plus they look good in the Black and Green combo I have and they come in a good range of colours so you will not be stuck for choice in the long run.

When it comes to sound they do a good job across the board and did not sound tinny even at max volume which most earbuds do coming in at this price. You will get a certain level of bass and volume which is not the best in the world but good for the price,they are not as loud and as bass heavy as I would like but having said that you cant get it all for a pair of earbuds at this price even if they are wired.

The usual You Tube and Netflix playlist for my testing was fine and balanced overall at the level you would expect for the price here, not overly loud but good crisp and clear instruments and vocals and direction, These are not for the true audiophile but for the average person just looking for a pair of earbuds to use to commute to work or listen to at home and they will be happy with the price paid at the till alongside the nice presentation knowing they have got a better built product than you tend to find in your local garage of euro shop which is now a common sight and you often see prices up to 25 euros for such which in most cases is just junk.

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Review The Twelve South Hi Rise 2 in 1 Wireless Charger. Premium but worth it. #Tech

I have countless wireless chargers here in the house but still I find the uptake rather slow here in Ireland, It is convenient yet a slower charge but no messing with cables and saving wearing your port down what have you to lose with your phone charging overnight??

Presentation to begin with here is the best I have seen in such an accessory in a long time and that alone for me is a great start with any product this comes in a quality material box and also comes with some branded stickers inside and we get USB-C out of the gate.

 

Like I say this is premium and there is a difference between such and cheap wireless chargers and for me having a good look is worth every penny and in this case this you get quality materials on top and no cheap plastic housing or anything like it.

This is made with Leather and Chrome and it has some weight to it which is a good thing you can feel the quality throughout. This is an upright charger so you cant have your device in landscape mode to consume media but you can still do all the things you need to do in portrait mode so no loss there, the phone will not move or budge once placed on the unit and look good doing so.

There is a nice trick up this units sleeve too with the removable oval piece which can be place flat on any surface giving you some flexibility too and not only that you can charge your Airpods or any other QI enabled device. The charge rate is up to 10-Watts but this is the norm however like I said most cheaper alternatives give you just 5-Watts and you can of course leave your case on your smartphone too which is ideal.

The question here is it worth the price, For me it is and owning multiple wireless chargers most of which are cheap and cheerful or ones that came with devices of old this will stand out and look good at any office desk or bedside locker unlike others on the market, After that it is up to you but this looks good has got a superb build and is multi functional and portable.

  • Elegant chrome and leather stand holds phone upright and visible on your desk
  • HiRise Wireless transforms to a desktop charger for the latest AirPods
  • Remove Power Disc to create a portable wireless charging pad for travel
  • Fast wireless charging up to 10-watts, even through most phone cases
  • Includes a 1.5-meter USB-C to USB-A removable power cable
  • Works with Qi wireless charging phones, including iPhone, Galaxy, and more

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Review – STM GOODS – Trilogy 15 inch laptop backpack. Bags for tech guys. #tech #bags #travel

If you travel with tech you need a good bag end of story,one with pockets and more and also one with protection that keeps the valuable cargo intact and STM GOODS are the folks to turn to here for one choice. We have reviewed several bags from STM and they are used all the time and still hold up well and not one of them has shown signs of age,wear or tear and are built to last.

 

See our Streets collection Judge 15 inch laptop bag review

 

 

STM GOODS recently launched a new collection of bags for its consumers called the “stories collection” which gives people a great choice to pick from,nice styles and of course several colours to boot.  STM Goods is a leading designer of innovative bags, cases, and accessories for consumer electronic devices.

This bag is like any other we have got from STM it has all the right things in all the right places and they have a range of bag to suit different needs it’s not just a one bag shop they have several to pick from.

Overall the bag is ideal for me given I am not the backpack fan but it has what us tech guys need for their trip be it going to an event or just travel or an overnight stay, There is multiple compartments which separates items and keeps them easy to manage,store and easily find. Also there is external pockets to carry that bottle of water or can and an outer pocket which can hold a light jacket or newspaper for example,however I would not leave anything expensive in it.

 

What I liked most about this bag aside its 24 litre storage capacity and the suspension is that’s its water-repellent and the back of the bag is not flat as you tend to find most,its curved and comfortable to wear given its strength and padded cushions all over. The other nice touch is the reverse coil zippers that keep out the dirt.  Check out the video review below and if you have any questions please ask.

 

  • Roomy 24L cargo capacity to carry the day’s essentials
  • Two main storage compartments keep gear separate and organized
  • Full-size slim front pocket with organiser (perfect for documents)
  • Lower front storage pocket for easy access to cables and power cords
  • External side water bottle pockets
  • Padded shoulder straps and grab handle for comfort

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