House of Marley is an eco-conscious audio brand created in collaboration with Bob Marley’s family, taking the guilt out of tech purchases. The brand has some great options for both music lovers and those who want to be a bit more sustainable in their gifts this year! House of Marley crafts all of its products using mindfully sourced materials including FSC certified woods, bamboo, consciously harvested cork, REGRIND™ silicone and Marley’s own signature blend of REWIND™ up-cycled fabrics (made from organic cotton, reclaimed hemp and recycled plastic bottles)
Take your listening experience to a whole new level with the Redemption ANC 2. Experience full customisation of your sound profile (EQ), pairing name, and customised touch controls with the House of Marley app. With innovative features such as Active Noise Cancellation, Echo Noise Cancellation and Audio Passthrough mode, these earbuds empower you to have full control of your music.
Offering smooth acoustics and an impressive bass output, the latest addition to Marley’s line-up promises 15 hours of playtime – so you can enjoy your go-to playlists wherever you are. Featuring quick-charge technology, three EQ modes and a multipair setting, the Get Together 2 Mini speaker seamlessly connects to the entire Get Together 2 range for even bigger stereo sound. Built to withstand the elements, the Get Together 2 Mini speaker is water and dust-resistant, while upholding the classic bamboo accents House of Marley is known for.
Change the way you charge with One Drop. This wireless charger offers a unique and sustainable design with high-performance technology for your earbud case or smartphone. The One Drop Wireless Charger features a durable REGRIND® silicone backing for added stability and protection, while the bamboo surface provides a natural and minimalist look on your nightstand, table, or desk. Simply place your Qi-enabled earbud case or smartphone on One Drop and let the magic happen. Compatible with most iPhones and other wireless-enabled Android smartphones.
Pair the Get Together Duo Bookshelf Speakers to our Stir It Up Wireless Turntable for the perfect home sound set up. Chill as your favourite vinyl’s spin and enjoy a crisper, smoother sound from the Get Together’s smooth full range way speakers. The complete package for all vinyl lovers. Or get the products separately
Enjoy your favourite playlists on-the-go with the Get Together Solo – an all-new portable speaker that boasts up to 25 hours of playtime. Engineered to deliver vibrant, balanced audio wherever you are, the Get Together Solo speaker features 3.5- and 0.75-inch drivers, meaning you can fully immerse yourself in the sound and feel the beat like you were meant to.
The one-of-a-kind pro VALORANT tournament brings together some of the world’s most elite teams to battle it out for victory in a unique ‘Home and Away’ format from December 9th-11th. As an official part of the VCT Off-Season Tournaments, fans & players alike can expect VALORANT action at its highest level.
For the first time, Red Bull Home Ground has opened its doors to teams outside of Europe who are set to make waves going up against the EMEA’s best teams, taking their best shot at the $100,000 prize pool. These invitations promise fierce competition as Red Bull Home Ground will witness rivalries reignite for the first time outside the VALORANT Champions Tournament. Before, we’ve seen EMEA battle it out on the Red Bull Home Ground Stage, but now it’s time for the Americas teams to prove their skills.
Red Bull Home Ground will see eight of the best VALORANT teams go head to head in December, broadcast from Victoria Warehouse, Manchester.
Spanish esports team, Heretics, has been unveiled as the latest VALORANT team to compete in Red Bull Home Ground 2022 and will be replacing the EMEA Open Qualifying team, BIG.
Heretics has recently announced Auni “AvovA” Chahade is set to return to the squad and 2021 EMEA VCT champion Aleksander “zeek” Zygmunt will join the roster.
Red Bull Home Ground fans will get the chance to witness Heretics battle it out on and experience the team’s revamped VALORANT roster; showcasing Wassim “keloqz” Cista, Óscar “Mixwell” Cañellas, Ričardas “Boo” Lukaševičius, Aleksander “zeek” Zygmunt and Auni “AvovA” Chahade ahead of the 2023 VCT for themselves.
The teams announced to compete so far include 100 Thieves, Team Liquid, Team Vitality, FOKUS Clan, KRU Esports, Turkish Qualifier winner FUT Esports & now Heretics
Yinsu Collins returns to host the third iteration of Red Bull Home Ground alongside Mitch “Mitchman” McBride, Tom “Tombizz” Bissmire, Ryan “RyanCentral” Horton, Beatriz “kaquka” Alonso and Adam “Dinko” Hawthorne.
Tickets for Red Bull Home Ground are now sold! Don’t forget to tune in to the action which will be broadcasted live from Victoria Warehouse in Manchester on twitch and YouTube. The event will also be broadcast by various co-streamers in multiple languages, with details to be revealed soon.
AGON by AOC is the official Monitor Partner for the event, bringing exceptional visual clarity and ultra-high refresh rates to competitors. AMD joins Red Bull Home Ground as Technology Provider, ensuring the high-performance computing that will push the boundaries of the tournament. Supporting Red Bull Home Ground as a peripheral sponsor, HyperX ensures that players can reach their full potential on the stage.
The innovative and world-leading audio brand Edifier continues its tradition of manufacturing high quality, innovative, audio products. To re-affirm this, the company announces that it has taken six awards at the prestigious Visual Grand Prix (VGP) 2023 in Japan. The MS50A, WH500, W240TN were recognised as lauded Gold Award Winners whilst the MP230, MF200 and W220T received the VGP 2023 Award.
The Japanese VGP Awards are well known as the “Oscar in the Audio Industry”. They are the largest, most authoritative audio-visual awards in Asia. It is held on an annual-basis by Ongen Publishing Co. Ltd., one of the most prominent publishing companies in Japan with an expertise in audio/visual related devices and state-of-art technologies. Launched in 1987, the awards bring together respected reviews from dozens of countries, all to offer an authoritative reference guide for ordinary consumers looking to make informed purchases. The VGPs are often recognised as the highest authority award in Asia’s audio-visual industry and mark a significant recognition for Edifier’s ground-breaking work in the industry.
“In 2022, Edifier won 3 VGP awards. This year it has been incredible and a privilege to receive these prestigious prizes for six of our products. We are truly honoured to be receiving awards such as these, from such an important panel of judges who have a wealth of experience in this industry. We strive to be a leader in the audio-visual industry and with our slogan of “A passion for sound”, Edifier follows the unremitting pursuit of sound quality and affordability. We are very happy and extremely proud to have our company recognised by winning these highly respected, much sought after, VGP awards”, said Stanley Wen, Edifier’s CTO.
Picking up VGP awards were also the MP230, MF200 W220T. The stylish Edifier MP230 portable Bluetooth speaker matches modern hi-fi stereo with a vintage-inspired design language. The portable PC MF200 speaker is the ultimate travel companion for work or leisure. With its sleek, compact appearance and feel the MF200 looks at home sat next to even the most high-end laptops and produces a high-quality sound far superior to your average laptop. The final winner of the VGP award is the Edifier W220T. This is one of the few in-ear earphones that supports Snapdragon Sound and provides both lossless and low-latency transmission of audio.
The final winner of the VGP Gold award was the W240TN aimed at the highly competitive competitive under $100 market, the W240TN true wireless earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation have a range of exciting features and continues Edifier’s signature design language and stellar audio fidelity capabilities.
The VGP awards recognise products that make a difference to the industry through state-of-the-art technology and design; Edifier strives for excellence, pushing the boundaries and leading by innovation to ensure people can enjoy the best premium quality audio for personal entertainment and professional use. After another successful year at the ceremony, Edifier will continue to produce an award-winning range of products
Creative over the years have had many soundbars which we have tried and tested and recently I have a private viewing of what other soundbars they have and they keep upping their game, A soundbar for me is essential as the speakers in your TV are in general rubbish and downward firing which still today is funny knowing it will not give the user the full effect unless hung on a wall, most have their TV sat on a unit and the sound goes nowhere nor gives you a real experience, now some TVs are good and do give you a decent audio experience but for the most it is rubbish and I have always had a soundbar regardless and mostly for Creative.
This bad boy is targeted for the gamer but lets not forget audio is important no matter be it a movie or a game session and this covers them all, not only that as a general speaker you can connect your phone and blow the floorboards out of it and enjoy superb sound too. So in short this latest package is not just restricted to the gamer but for the whole audio experience in general after my testing and audio has been a key feature for me many years now investing in home cinema packages before I got into the tech review scene and so on and most people will note this involves wires all over the place which is annoying.
Not the case today though with how tech has moved on, you do not need huge speakers or subwoofers and cables all over the place along with satellite speakers in all corners followed by wires things have advanced and there is also wireless options at hand for those who want them.
There are various connectivity options to choose from, including HDMI ARC and optical ports, wireless Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C port for USB audio support, 3.5mm AUX-in and SXFI-out for certified Super X-Fi products. This versatile soundbar is compatible with desktops and consoles alike, including PC, Mac, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
This soundbar retains the familiar sound signature of a high-end Sound Blaster, delivering hi-fidelity multichannel audio via the acclaimed tri-amplified Xamp technology, where Creative’s proprietary multi-core DSP controller powers the tweeters, mid-range and subwoofer drivers individually. Super X-Fi Headphone Holography, an award-winning technology which recreates the soundstage of a high-end multi-speaker system in headphones, is perfect for late-night game binges without disturbing the neighbors. If you do get your hands on one you should try it with headphones too as it is immersive and you have access to the app as mentioned
Overall this is a must have for the home be it for gaming movies music and more and check the video below on how it operates and sounds, go get one if you want superb sound with the RGB factor thrown in for good measure.
The S2 smartwatch is the latest on offer from Tranya who are also known for their earbuds which have been featured here many times and great value for money, the new smartwatch on offer at first looks was solid and decent out of the box and has a great build quality to it too so how does if fair out after some testing..
You can treat this watch as a feature watch which is akin to smartphones yet it still does a good job an has one feature other watches do not have that I have seen which is outgoing messages from any app you use which is handy, the display is nice and clear even under the sun and the pushers work well and the build quality is great. You have plenty of smarts inside too and there is much to see on this which we show in the video review below.
It has all the other basics too like sleep and heart monitoring your social media notifications but no calls on the device or the ability to reply from the watch but other than that it still kept me away from my phone which is great and using other smartwatches besides this the steps and hear rate functions etc are on point which is good from an accuracy point of view.
The watch also looks good and can be customised which is great and there is a tonne of faces to pick from in their app which is good and not the usual handful of faces you often find in other watches on the same platform. With an always on display that lasts two days and that is pushing all notifications to it possible you cant complain at the price it asks and would make an ideal present this Christmas if you are stuck to buy something for someone or even for yourself I like it alot and for me offers good value and its not a cheap looking or built watch either. For the sports fan this is loaded with apps for over 25 sports which is more than enough for the average user or even first time users of a smartwatch.
Check the video below for more.
Features
1.32” Wide Screen High-resolution Display with Super Lightweight
A Quick Check to All The Notifications on The Display
Monitoring Heart Rate and Blood Oxygen
3ATM Waterproof, Water-resistant up to 30 meters
200mAh Battery Capacity, Long 7-10 Day Battery
Modern Sleeping System to Optimize Sleeping Data Every day
25 Unique Sports Modes to Cater to Different Fitness Needs
Stuck for some gift ideas or something for yourself this Black Friday and Cyber Monday check out the list below from several partners we work with there is something for everyone here and most wont break the bank, front earbuds to lamps to headphones and more see what is on offer below today.
Pocketalk has promotions running on its portable, AI powered instant voice translation devices which break down language barriers and bridge the gap between different spoken languages.
Perfect for globetrotters, the Pocketalk S can translate 82 languages bidirectionally at the touch of a button. It also has a text-to-translate camera which instantly recognises and translates text, the written word and signs – ideal if you need help reading menus or are trying to find your way around a new city. By utilising the best translation engines from around the world, Pocketalk S provides consistently accurate translation and creates the best experience by picking up localised dialects and slang. It also comes with a complementary 2-year mobile data plan that provides coverage in over 130 countries/regions so you don’t need to rely on Wi-Fi.
With its launch in 2018, Pocketalk was originally designed as a travel-friendly practical communication tool. However, with an increased need for social distancing, Pocketalk developed the Pocketalk Plus which has a larger screen that is readable from six feet of distance, a strong speaker, and a noise-cancelling microphone.
Similar to the Pocketalk S, other features of the device include translations for 82 languages, the ability to seamlessly provide audio readout in native language, a camera that translates text and written words and built-in data (no need for Wi-Fi).
Twelve South, the company known for designing beautiful kit for Apple, has promotions running on a number of products during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday period. These include:
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South HoverBar Duo is an adjustable stand that can securely hold an iPad at different heights as well as in multiple positions and angles. The HoverBar Duo comes with a weighted desktop stand as well as a desk/shelf clamp so whether you want to lift the iPad camera up to eye level for FaceTime calls or clamp it to a kitchen cabinet to follow recipes whilst cooking, the HoverBar Duo is incredibly versatile.
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The StayGo Mini USB-C Hub provides four additional ports including a headphone jack, USB-A, USB-C (for pass through power) and HDMI port so that users can easily connect and power their most essential accessories. Being able to easily access external hard drives, connect a display, use a keyboard or Magic Trackpad and other peripherals using StayGo Mini will make editing video, photos or polishing presentations on iPad Air, iPad Pro or MacBook much more convenient and efficient.
Users can connect StayGo Mini directly to their iPad or use the included 0.5 metre-long cable. The handy cable enables users to connect this little hub to their iPad without removing their case, or place it below a monitor or Magic Keyboard for an improved desk setup. StayGo Mini can be used like a dock to quickly connect and disconnect everything at once.
Small and compact, StayGo Mini is perfect for anyone on the go. Having it snapped onto an iPad provides the freedom to connect peripherals as needed or they could use the pass-through power to charge an iPad, iPhone or AirPods.
AirFly Pro – Save £7.50
Price: £42.99 (reduced from £49.99)
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South AirFly Pro allows you to connect wirelessly to systems and devices that were previously incompatible. Forget the flimsy headphones the airline provides, you can now enjoy in-flight entertainment on your favourite Bluetooth headphones.
Also, AirFly Pro can send audio from your iPhone to the sound system in a car. Ideal for when hiring a rental car – use AirFly Pro to stream directions from a navigation app instead of syncing your entire iPhone.
HiRise for MacBook – Save £9.20
Price: £52.28 (reduced from £61.48)
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South HiRise for MacBook is a beautifully designed, height adjustable stand that elevates a laptop to the perfect position. Unlike fixed stands, the HiRise allows users to set their screen height from a few inches up to a half foot off their desk, making it perfect for MacBooks and users of all sizes. HiRise allows users to align a MacBook with an external monitor for the ultimate dual-display set-up. Users can perch their MacBook on the HiRise and pair with their favourite wireless keyboard and mouse to create a comfortable and convenient workstation. This sleek brushed metal stand features non-slip arms to securely hold all size MacBooks from 11-inch Air to 16-inch Pro.
Pivo, a leading developer of AI-tracking technology for content creators, has Black Friday/Cyber Monday promotions running on its range of smartphone tracking mounts including:
Available at this price from: www.pivo.ai from now until 28th November 2022
The Pivo Pod Lite, in conjunction with the Pivo + app, turns a phone into your personal camera crew. Powered by AI technology, the Pivo mount, which can rotate 360 degrees, automatically tracks your face and body movements, following you at all times and zooming in and out to make sure you’re always in focus and in the frame. Capturing high-quality video and images with minimal effort, you no longer have to worry about the camera rattling, shaking or if the person filming you has missed the best shot.
The Pivo Play app enables you to be even more creative thanks to its 12 quick create modes. From ‘Many Me’ which takes multiple pictures of you in different positions within the same frame and ‘Magic Edge’ which stitches two video together side by side to ‘Clone Trail’ which creates copies of you within the same video, Pivo makes it easy to create playful, share-worthy content without any editing experience.
Pivo Lite comes in six different colours and accessories such as tripods, a remote control, a smart mount and protective cases are also available.
Pivo Pod – Save £45
Price: £79.99 (reduced from £124.99)
Available at this price from: www.pivo.ai from now until 28th November 2022
The Pivo Pod Active, in conjunction with the Pivo + app, turns a phone into a training partner and your personal camera crew. Perfect for fast-paced content creation like roller-skating, skateboarding and horse-riding, Pivo will capture all the action.
Powered by AI technology, the Pivo Active mount, which can rotate 360 degrees, automatically tracks your movements, following you at all times and zooming in and out to make sure you’re always in focus and in the frame. Pivo Active has four different speed modes and with face, body and horse tracking, makes it easy to record a dance session, stream a workout routine or video a riding lesson when you’re on your own. Pivo Active also includes a video call feature that will allow a coach to train you (whether doing PT or a horse riding lesson) from a remote location.
Pivo Active is compatible with iOS and Android. It comes with a remote control and other accessories such as a mount and tripod are also available.
Petoi Bittle – Save up to £75
Price: £239.99 from 11.11.22 until 23.11.22/ £224.99 from 24.11.22 – 28.11.22
Small but agile, Bittle is a powerful robot that can be programmed to walk, do tricks and roll around just like a real dog. Bittle is operated in OpenCat, an open-sourced quadrupled robot platform that offers endless programming and customisation possibilities and can be controlled using an app that’s compatible with iOS and Android.
Users bring Bittle to life by assembling its puzzle-like frame which is made up of 3D interlocking components, eliminating the need for screws (it’s also available pre-assembled). The bionic construction of legs rather than wheels means that Bittle is able to move more freely over unstructured terrain.
Evolving with an open-source gene, Bittle is built on Petoi’s OpenCat open-source platform specifically for quadrupled robots. Bittle’s dynamic manoeuvrability and behaviours are features typically seen on luxury robots but Petoi’s technology is now making it accessible to more consumers. With a customised Arduino board coordinating all instinctive and sophisticated movements, users are able to clip various smart sensors onto Bittle or mount a Raspberry Pi or other AI chips through wired/wireless connections to inject perception and artificial intelligence capabilities. Bittle can be configured and controlled using Petoi’s official mobile app.
Long standing family-run Yorkshire camping retailer Outdoor World Direct has some fantastic deals available on premium family tents for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with deals running until 5th December or until stocks last.
Outdoor Revolution Kalahari PC 9.0DSE Tent – save £1,128
Price: £1,999.99 (RRP £3,129)
Available at this price from Outdoor World Direct from now until Wednesday 5th December
New for 2022, this premium family tent boasts premium fabric and features and is one of the biggest tents available – sleeping up to 13 people! The tent features a tunnel design with a side extension on each side and the interior is highly customisable as bedrooms or living space depending on your needs.
Despite its size, it is incredibly easy to pitch as it’s inflatable, simply use the included pump to pitch.
The technical polycotton fabric offers premium durability and also keeps humidity under control under hot conditions, ideal for warmer climates or camping in the British summer. It is also perfect for cooler conditions too and much more durable than polyester. Darkened bedrooms also offer a better night’s sleep on light mornings and evenings.
Bundles including carpet and footprint at reduced cost also available.
Vango Anantara III TC 650xl Tent – Save £445
Price: £1,699.99 (RRP £2,145)
Available at this price from Outdoor World Direct now until Wednesday 5th December
This versatile premium family tent offers plenty of space while the technical polycotton fabric offers versatility and reliability in changing weather conditions. Robust yet breathable, it offers protection from the rain while also offering reduced humidity. It also has thicker airbeams than is standard for Vango’s inflatable tents, offering greater stability. The beams can also be inflated individually or from one single point depending on your needs.
Sleeping up to six people, the darkened yet breathable bedroom can be used as one large bedroom or divided for more privacy. The tent is standing height throughout, including bedrooms, ideal for thicker air mattresses and camp beds.
This tent also comes with an intuitive packing system which includes the smart roll carry bag, complete with wheels for easy transportation.
As well as deals with various retailers (including Argos, Currys and more), Groov-e also has plenty of deals running on direct purchases via its website, groov-e.co.uk. Discounts are as follows. These deals are live now until 16th December, so plenty of time to bag a gadget bargain for under the Christmas tree.
Groov-e Soundbar 20 – save £10
Price: £19.99 (reduced from £19.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
With two built-in 5W drivers, the Soundbar 20 with Super Bass produces high quality sound when you are listening to music or watching a movie, and is great for video or voice calls. Connect to your PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and enjoy the colour changing LED lights which will make it the perfect addition to any party. An integrated stand pops out to hold your smartphone or tablet making it perfect for those who want to watch a movie or the latest Netflix series. Lightweight and portable, it can be taken anywhere and offers 10+ hours of playback on a single charge.
Groov-e SportsBuds – save £15
Price: £24.99 (reduced from £39.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
The perfect running or gym partner, the Groov-e SportsBuds keep users completely free from wires while working out. The True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology gives a fantastic audio experience at an affordable price.
Delivering crystal clear sound and a powerful bass the SportBuds will keep you motivated whether you’re trail running or enjoying a beach workout. Providing a secure and comfortable fit with an ear hook design and rated IPX4 sweat resistant, the SportsBuds were built to endure the toughest workouts.
Groov-e JazzBuds – save £15
Price: £14.99 (reduced from £29.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
Enjoy up to 25 hours of playback with these true wireless headphones from Groov-e. With touch controls and voice assistant, they’re ideal for listening to music or for work calls. The included charge case means you can recharge on the go too.
Available in blue or pink, the Groov-e Kidz wireless Bluetooth headphones are a great gift for older children. They can be connected wirelessly to their favourite devices by Bluetooth or using the included 3.5mm cable. Even better, they have a built-in audio sharing port so siblings/friends can watch/listen/game together.
Enjoy fantastic sound and stylish headphones at a bargain price. Available in black or rose gold, they offer 35 hours wireless playback and also come with an audio cable, so they’re compatible with older devices too. Super Bass ensures crystal clear playback while the soft ear pads offer comfort for extended listening.
Enjoy crystal clear audio from your favourite DAB radio stations with the Groov-e Berlin. Featuring a compact design and modern colour screen which is easy to use. It also has Bluetooth functionality so you can use it as a portable speaker too.
The Groov-e Zeus has everything you need from a traditional clock radio with additional innovative features. They can enjoy their favourite DAB stations with crystal clear audio thanks to the built-in 6 watt speaker.
It also has Bluetooth connectivity and therefore can be used as a wireless speaker, while the aux-in port means it can also be used as a wired speaker, ideal for older media such as turntables and cassette players.
While enjoying its audio capabilities, users can also use the wireless charging pad to charge any wireless charging compatible devices.
The large LED display makes it easy to control and to see the time, while the display dimmer and alarm functionality makes it the perfect bedside companion.
Enjoy a better sleep with the Groo-ve Light Curve.The light, which mimics natural daylight, will come on at the selected time, starting off gently and gradually getting brighter until it’s at the optimum level, offering a gentler wake-up that leaves them feeling fresher.
When it’s actually time to get out of bed, a chosen alarm sound or radio station will also be activated to help users wake fully.
Tronsmart, the creator of high-quality, innovative portable speakers, is proud to announce their Black Friday Supersale event that offers savings of up to 60% on their most popular portable speaker, the Bang, Bang Mini, T7 and Trip. The sale begins on Friday, November 18th, 2022, and those discounts will be available throughout the holiday weekend.
Customers will be able to grab a bargain direct from Tronsmart, with each of the impressive speakers offering exceptional sound quality, ease of use and style.
The Bang boasts 60 watts of power for big sound wherever you may be. With LED lighting that works to the beat of the music, instant Bluetooth connection, a built-in power bank and full IPX6 water resistance, the Bang speaker is perfect for days at the beach or park thanks to its 15-hour playtime on a single charge. Would like to try? 33% Off available on Amazon UK for £79.99.
The Bang Mini offers great performance in a smaller format, with a seamless NFC connection, 15 hours of playtime, stunning stereo sound as well as the same light show technology as its bigger brother. Now you could gain 22% discount for $69.99 on Amazon US or 20% off available on Amazon UK for £63.99.
The Tronsmart Trip offers incredible sounds from a tiny package, with up to 20 hours of playtime on a charge and IPX7 waterproof performance, it is the lightweight, go-anywhere Bluetooth speaker that you can always have with you. Gain 40% discount for $15.59 on Amazon US or 22% off available on Amazon UK for £17.99.
Finally, the T7 is an easy-to-carry speaker cylinder, offering IPX7 waterproofing and up to 12 hours of playback, offering the option to pair with your device through Bluetooth or play directly from a Micro SD card for the ultimate portable sound. With 4 lighting settings too, the T7 creates a party wherever you go. Gain 31% off for $39.29 on Amazon US or 20% discount available on Amazon UK for £39.99.
In addition to those bargain prices for current speakers, Tronsmart is also launching an entirely new speaker on November 24th, the Tronsmart Bang SE. This compact device packs IPX6 waterproofing, 40 watts of power, 24 hours of playtime & incredible stereo sound into its small frame. With 3 lighting modes, it can be the heart of any party, wherever you may be. Interested in buying this one, get early bird discount by visiting at: Bang SE.
All Tronsmart speakers benefit from their patented SoundPulse technology that provides personalized EQ settings to get the sound from your speaker just how you like it. The easy-to-use app has a range of presets to make sure your music sounds fantastic every time.
You can find out more about the Tronsmart range of speakers, including the new Bang SE, and the Black Friday sale offers with prices up to 60% off, by visiting their website at Tronsmart.
The Sony Linkbuds are certainly a strange pair of earbuds when compared to the rest on the market today and it was quite the topic when I had them out in public, People seen them on the table be it out for breakfast or dinner or enjoying a few pints all asked “what the heck are they” and when i said earbuds the response was “no way” so I introduced them all to the new style of earbuds that perhaps was a risky move but for me a good one because you would get bored of the same design and styles that are out there today and you have to give Sony credit for that.
So I have been using these a few weeks and there is many reviews already and we go into more detail in the video review below so be sure to check out where we look at the design and their app and more. The first thing that would spring to mind does the quality of sound get less with a smaller product and the answer for the most part is no, I did find the volume a little on the lower side than I would prefer too but that is my personal choice here.
They lack other features too which I would expect but this is a new move by Sony and a completely new design from the norm so they had to give somewhere, they look like a small polo mint but do not let that put you off on how they fit and stay in your ears because they do both well and never fell out for me but for some others that tried they did, we all have different ears after all.
There is little noise isolation here either however this is the purpose of them I think to allow you to hear your surroundings which for some is a good thing, no ANC which again might be fine for some and I get the point here as these are to allow you listen to music and what is also going on around you so not for everyone considering we have passthrough now on most earbuds today.
When it comes to sound they do a decent job to be fair but again not as loud and I found the bass a bit lacking in comparison to other earbuds from Sony so for bass lovers you might pass on these but they have their app which can allow you to tweak things a little and their app is decent to be fair. When it comes to an overall audio experience they do fine on highs lows and mids and all that good stuff and if you are watching movies or gaming the audio quality is decent yet you can still hear your surroundings at the same time.
Call quality is actually good but no multipoint connection which for some might be a problem however I do not see these as an earbud you would use in an office environment, given I test mine in both at my office and outside I see these more for those on the go or the gym for example or again those who travel on public transport but with earbuds today you can really use them anywhere you like and people will wear just about anything these days be it for show or just that I have the latest look at me kinda thing like Apple fanboys for example.
The price is where a problem may lie for some with the omitted features mentioned above but Sony has a loyal fanbase and will still buy into it and again to have something different than the rest and these certainly are that..
The Sony Linkbuds are now widely available and check the price in your region or online as they do vary quite a bit. Buy from Sony.ie
ZHIYUN, a pioneer and world leader in innovative gimbals and stabilisers for cameras and smartphones, has launched the FIVERAY M40 pocket fill light and the FIVERAY F100 stick light. With their launch, ZHIYUN pushes the boundaries of lighting technology and performance to put studio-quality, ultra portable lighting products in the hands of content creators. Used with ZHIYUN handheld gimbals, content creators can access silky-smooth footage with stable and soft lighting, even in dark outdoor settings, thanks to its stay-cool technology.
From 7-8 December 2022, to mark the launch, ZHIYUN is giving readers a buy one get one free offer on all purchases of the FIVERAY F100 and the M40.
Both of the photography and filmmaking tools adopt ZHIYUN’s patented and disruptive DynaVort Cooling System™. Inspired by a panel of expert physicists, its intelligent stay-cool technology applies fluid dynamics and consists of advanced algorithms, controlling fans and a gyroscopic modelling heat sink. By raising the cooling efficiency through intelligent control, its two-way cooling system prevents overheating.
The palm-sized ZHIYUN M40 360° fill light epitomises simplicity and utility. Based on the attitude-control algorithm applied on gimbals, DynaVort technology enables better heat dispersion, allows for smaller fans, and therefore, a compact device without compromising on its 40W power. Products of a similar size currently only give 5-13W of power. Weighing only 320g, it fits neatly in pockets, looks stylish and is the ultra portable illumination companion for videographers, whether amateur or professional.
Yilun Liao, CEO, ZHIYUN, said: “we are passionate about using breakthrough innovations – whether it’s with our iconic gimbals or our new FIVERAY lighting devices – to simplify and reshape content creation. With several industry firsts under our belts including the M40’s DynaVort Cooling System™, our products offer full creative control and convenience for anyone wanting to experience and express their inner filmmaker.”
The ZHIYUN M40, embedded with 176 LED chips rivals the key lights provided by bulkier products on the market with:
Incredible illuminance of 14,000 lux at its peak
Adjustable dual colour temperature ranging from 2,700-6,200k and consistent power output peaks at 40W with no strobes providing a stable light source
A standard fidelity offering for both photography and videography with CRI reaching 96+ and TLCI reaching 97+*
ZHIYUN’s FIVERAY F100 is the second professional lighting stick in its FIVERAY product range, bringing power, portability and accurate colour rendition in one versatile tool. Weighing just 950g, F100 is designed for one-handed control and comfort, offering a pro lighting solution without the need for complicated set-up or setting adjustment. The lighting tool reaches 20,708 lux at its 100W maximum power. Embedded with 5 times more LED chips, F100 gives you ultra-bright output compared to similar-sized lights. F100 offers six creative lighting effects that help build up the atmosphere easily when inspiration strikes.
For maximum versatility, F100 can be mounted on ZHIYUN’s holder, H stand, tripod and light stand, fitting in various filming settings for lighting solutions and additional accessories, including a diffuser and grid, offer multiple lighting options.
The ZHIYUN F100 is packed with features:
One click operation of Hue Saturation Intensity mode via the control dial: HSI Mode. Adjust H-Hue (0-360°), S-Saturation (0-100%) , I- Intensity (0-100%) and experience rich, vibrant colours via the dial.
Frosted casing creates a diffused, warm ambience while its groundbreaking structure integrates portability and performance.
Professional colour rendition with the RGB increased by 47% from 2700K to 6200K in CCT Mode
Pricing and availability
Available from 23 November 2022.
The ZHIYUN FIVERAY M40 is available for £99/$99/€119 from the ZHIYUN and Amazon store.
The ZHIYUN FIVERAY F100 is available for £249/$249/€299 from the ZHIYUN and Amazon store.
From 7 – 8 December, the F100 and M40 will be available on a buy-one-get-one-free basis from selected channels including Amazon, ZHIYUN Official Store, AliExpress, B&H. Please see this link for more details.
