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Create Silky Smooth Hollywood-Quality Gimbal Shots with the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 and SMOOTH X2

ZHIYUN, the world’s leading tech company of professional camera stabilization systems, is proud to announce the release of the ZHIYUN SMOOTH 5 and SMOOTH X2 which put a Hollywood quality gimbal in the hands of mobile filmmakers.

A follow-up to the award winning SMOOTH 4, which won the prestigious Good Design Award in 2018, and the SMOOTH X, the SMOOTH 5 and SMOOTH X2 allow smartphone content creators to film like a pro and shine in every way so they can create their best work yet. Compatible with both Android and iOS, the SMOOTH 5 and the SMOOTH X2 have new, revolutionary features that bring the quality of Hollywood to everyone’s mobile devices.

The SMOOTH 5 has dimensions of 311x108x52mm while the SMOOTH X2 has dimensions of 71x56x160mm.

“The quality of smartphone cameras is beginning to rival their Hollywood counterparts and mobile filmmakers are demanding more,” said ZHIYUN’s product director. With the SMOOTH 5 anyone can now film like a pro while the SMOOTH X2 allows mobile filmmakers to shine in every way.”

SMOOTH 5 Feature Highlights

Design – Upgraded motor performance and algorithm

  • The SMOOTH 5 has a smaller size than its predecessor but much stronger performance thanks to an upgraded motor performance and algorithm. The industry-standard 3-axis design allows movements in all angles to be amazingly smooth, even in extreme angles.

  • This makes it easy to shoot in all angles switching seamlessly from portrait to landscape mode, and it mounts easily on the phones favoured by mobile filmmakers like the iPhone 13 Pro MAX, Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, Huawei Mate X2, and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra thanks to its smart lock design.

Easy to use control panel – Point, click, and shoot

  • Users will feel at ease thanks to the all-in-one control panel that allows them to adjust many features with only one hand without the trouble of using an app. There’s also a multifunctional control wheel that gives users perfect control over zooming and focusing.

Creative Functions – Next-generation tools for the mobile creative genius

  • With the SMOOTH 5, mobile filmmakers can reach their creative peak. Some of the creative features included in the SMOOTH 5 are Magical Pano, allowing for a magnificent view in your smartphone with 180° panorama, Timelapse, where you can watch the time go by at a quicker pace to experience scenes that are used to take a longer time., and Live Stream Master, which allows for face tracking for the perfect live stream experience. Other features include SmartFollow, which automatically tracks a designated person or object, Dolly Zoom, which mimics a Hollywood style dolly shot without the expensive equipment, and MagicClone which allows you to clone yourself and to appear in multiple parts of a scene.

Fill light – Light up every scene with Hollywood quality lumens

  • The SMOOTH 5 comes with a magnetic fill light that shines at 580 lumens, allowing for any scene to be perfectly lit thanks to the stepless dimming control. It also comes with colour filters and can be attached to either side of the smartphone.

Smart Editor- Make Hollywood Magic with a few clicks

  • During the editing process the raw footage becomes the masterwork. The SMOOTH 5 has an entire smart editing suite that allows for mobile filmmakers to do their best work yet. The ZY Cami Editor means you can wow your viewers with your work of art thanks to the ability to reverse the clip and edit it while adding filters, stickers, subtitles and background music.

  • With the SMART Mode, filmmakers can pre-program the gimbal and achieve creative perfection thanks to dozens of video templates including amazing special effects and music.

SMOOTH X2 Feature Highlights

  • Design: Next Generation Design for Mobile Creatives New from ZHIYUN, meet the stylish and powerful SMOOTH-X2. The SMOOTH-X2 gives you the most comfortable experience thanks to all-new materials. It has a high quality build and exterior with a unique painting technique featuring exquisite polishing, sandblasting, and gradient painting and is available in twilight orange and ink black. With a frictionless, one-step move from opening up the package to shooting, and an innovative 360° rotatable design of the axis, making silky smooth Hollywood quality video with the SMOOTH-X2 has never been easier.

More than Just a Gimbal – Mobile Movie Magic

  • The SMOOTH X2 has many special features which make it more than a gimbal versatile and powerful, meeting everything your imagination could ask for on a versatile Vlogging setup. The unique reversible latch allows the gimbal to be locked and turned into a solid tripod within a split of second and SMOOTH X2 is brand new design from SMOOTH X. Weighing only 300g, and with high-torque magnetic steel motors, the SMOOTH X2 will allow you to have a vlogging experience like never before shooting at every angle for creative perfection. Just rotate, pull, and shoot.

  • Accelerate Your Creativity Without Breaking the Bank

Some of the most memorable shots in Hollywood history have been made with gimbals, but these high end devices are out of the budget of many mobile filmmakers. Now, using a gimbal becomes much easier with the brand new two-way rotation design. Have fun with multiple smart features and artistic flashing lights to make your movie rich with cinematic color and something nobody will ever forget. Make your cinematic masterpiece with the SMOOTH X2!

Shine in Every Way and Light Every Scene

  • The SMOOTH X2 has a lighter but stronger phone clamp with a foldable design, which comes with magnetic contact points for attaching fill lights. Four brightness levels available with various colour filters at your choice to provide different lighting in different situations, no matter if the gimbal is powered on or in standby mode. You can always use it for your diverse style of shooting and create your next masterpiece.

Pricing and Availability

Click here to be a part of mobile cinematic history by joining the pre-sale via Amazon or ZHIYUN’s online store.

The SMOOTH 5 is available for £159, or with a combo that includes a tripod, carrying case, and magnetic fill light as well as a VIP membership card all for £209.

The SMOOTH X2 is available for £129 or in a combo that includes a tripod, carrying case, and magnetic fill light as well as a VIP membership card all for £159.

Read more information at the ZHIYUN site and YouTube.

Edifier Honoured At 2022 CES Innovation Awards

Producer of critically acclaimed consumer audio electronics, Edifier® International have been included at this year’s CES Innovation Awards. It was revealed at CES Unveiled, New York that four products have been listed as honourees, including: the NeoBuds Pro, MP230, MC500 and MP100 Plus. 

The CES Innovation Awards program is an annual competition honouring outstanding design and engineering in consumer technology products. The program recognizes honourees in a multitude of consumer technology product categories and distinguishes the highest rated in each.

The Edifier products featured include; one of the world’s first High-Res Certified earbuds; the brand’s first ever live streaming sound console, with in-built mixer and sound card; a classic and sleek portable speaker system; and a fashionable music player developed for individualistic young people. The range of selection portrays Edifier’s continued attention to a variety of user needs and a dedication to sustaining high standards of quality across a range of product areas.

Reacting to the announcement, CTO Stanley Wen said: “It’s always an honour to be acknowledged for our hard work. Our commitment to improving both the performance and sustainability of our products is paramount and, to be recognized for that by an incredible panel of leading figures in the Tech industry is truly rewarding in and of itself.”

The news builds on last year, when the Edifier TWS NB2 Pro won the Red Dot Design Award for its elegant, origami-inspired design that stood out from fellow competitors from 60 countries. This most recent awards announcement also marks the sixth time that Edifier has been listed at the CES Innovation awards, reflecting the company’s lasting focus on developing its work.

“The positive and forward-thinking ideals of the CES Innovation Awards closely align with our own ethos, and we are very delighted to be included alongside such prestigious and impressive fellow honorees. 

“Our goal as a company is to always seek better, more user-friendly and socially responsible technology solutions for our customers, and this news only confirms our ability to achieve this now and in our future work.”

Looking ahead, Edifier will continue to push forward fresh and exciting new ideas, keeping innovation at the heart of everything it does.

 

Tech Review – Syncwire crystal clear case for iPhone 13

Next up for the IPhone 13 Pro is the Syncwire crystal clear case with anti yellowing and for those who like a case like this that shows the true colour all round it is one to look at.

Check out the hands on video below for more..

The case is made from HD polycarbonate with sturdy but flexible TPU around the edges, the Syncwire UltraRock Case preserves the original look of your iPhone as well as anti-yellowing over time. Also, the crystal-clear back will not smudge easily with your fingertips. Kindly note that we offer an alcohol wipe & microfiber cloth in the package, just in case you may need it.

Syncwire iPhone Case combines flexible form with a crystal clear rigid PC back (1.5mm in thickness). The crystal clear back provides a durable, scratch-resistant, and UV-yellowing resistant finish.

Syncwire Case boasts of 1 mm raised lips along the phone’s camera and screen edge lifting and armoring the screen and camera away from flat surfaces for better protection.

The shock-absorbent bumper is an ultra-efficient material that absorbs and dissipates impact force, stopping that force from passing onto your iPhone.

Syncwire iPhone Case boasts of a slim design, while the tactile buttons and precise cutouts ensure quick feedback and access. Responsive buttons ensure a more natural feel when you push the volume and power button. The precisely placed recesses are large enough to connect to common headphones and charging cables.

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EDIFIER GX – Is a high fidelity gaming headset that produces truly immersive audio

High-Res Certified, titanium diaphragm drivers, Noise-cancelling chip with dual mics, multi-compatibility and 24 bit decoding produces natural, immersive sound quality.

Edifier® International, renowned for their award-winning consumer audio electronics and product design, launch the new EDIFIER GX – a high fidelity gaming headset that produces truly immersive audio.

With the intention of placing individuals at the very centre of their gaming experience, Edifier have created a headset that focuses on the transportive qualities of audio. Utilising the Edifier’s full range of expertise, the GX gives users a memorable and unique listening experience. Hear the fizzing of bullets and skipping of steps; feel the rumble of a 1969 Mustang, bursting out of the starting blocks, and shudder at the sounds of some far away shrieking – the GX delivers near absolute fidelity that gamers will adore.

From casual to experienced pros, Edifier’s GX headset provides a range of premium features and lasting multi-use functionality at an affordable, competitive price point.

With new 50mm titanium diaphragm drivers, designed by Edifier’s renowned team of audio engineers, a frequency response of 20Hz-40KHz and a 24-bit decoder, the GX produces almost true-to-life audio fidelity. Gamers will appreciate the headset’s capabilities in picking up the slightest of details, whilst maintaining a dynamic, engaging and bright sound.

With rolling volume controls, a retractable microphone and RGB lights, there’s an ergonomic and aesthetically-conscious thread that runs throughout the design of the GX. The soft leatherette ear cups and sturdy headband make for a comfortable fit, suitable for all day (and night) sessions. Whilst the GX’s three in-built interfaces – USB-C, USB, and 3.5mm – make it perfect for multiple uses; from leisurely mobile gaming to hardcore PC players.

To also help gamers improve their communication and call-outs during intense matches and heated co-op sessions, an advanced Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) chip utilises dual mics to isolate your voice from unwanted distractions. Without interruptions, gamers are free to completely submerge themselves in what they’re playing, helping to create a more lasting and enjoyable experience.

Converging the needs of gamers with the high quality audio standards of Edifier, the GX is a superb option for those looking to step their gaming up a level. With a unique focus on audio fidelity and an equally strong focus on producing usable and enduring functionality, the GX is an exciting and dynamic choice suitable for a wide range of individuals.

Main Features:

New 50mm titanium diaphragm drivers deliver crystal-clear sound with Hi-Res audio

Rolling volume control, retractable microphone, and RGB lights for a high-tech look and feel

High quality headband with soft leatherette ear cups for all-day comfort

96kHz/24 bits decoding for natural sound and total immersion in game/music mode

Noise-cancelling chip with dual mics isolating you from unwanted noise for better clarity

Three types of interfaces: compatible with PC, Laptop, Smart Phone, Pad, PS4 and other gaming devices

Specifications:

Sensitivity

98dB

Frequency response

：20Hz-40kHz

Driver unit

Φ50mm dynamic Unit

Sensitivity

97±3dB

Impedance

：32Ω

Product weight

345g

Interfaces

Type-C/USB/3.5mm

Price & Availability:

Available for £74.99 on – https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0999CQFRH 

Atom Studios debuts sustainable tech accessories line and announces Three as first UK stockist

Atom Studios, a new smartphone accessories brand  formed by a team of tech and accessory industry experts, has today revealed its debut collection of iPhone cases and innovative accessories. Also confirmed is that these products will be releasing in Ireland soon.

The new line of products, which include iPhone and AirPods Pro cases and charging cables, have been designed with sustainability, longevity and practicality in mind while also being sleek and stylish.

The brand already has an exciting pipeline of accessories for Samsung and other device manufacturers, which will be announced early 2022.

The team behind Atom Studios boasts a strong background in the tech industry, with all having worked for major brands including Bang and Olufsen, Nokia and Panasonic. Their combined passion for innovation and sustainability led them to create an accessories brand that focuses on high quality design, innovation and use of natural, renewable materials.

The debut line includes two different cases for iPhone:

The Split Wood Fibre iPhone cases are made from wood fibre material, specially developed by Atom Studios, which is a combination of recycled wood and cornstarch-based ingredients — a completely unique and sustainable alternative to plastic in phone cases. It has a resilient finish and, unlike plastic, doesn’t show scratches, stains or wear in the same way plastic does. The grade 5052 aluminium used is also used in architecture and aircraft, because it’s slim but durable, it is also anodised which strengthens it further. Anodised aluminium is also infinitely recyclable. The iPhone 13 models are MagSafe compatible with 50% thicker magnets than industry standard for the most secure MagSafe connection.

 

The Split Silicone iPhone Cases contain a combination of infinitely recyclable anodised aluminium and sand-based silicone, offering a stylish and sustainable alternative to plastic. The materials were chosen for their durability — they’re built to last for the life cycle of a phone. The silicone part of the case is soft to the touch while the aluminium has a premium, slim appearance resulting in a distinctive look. The iPhone 13 models are MagSafe compatible and, like the Split Wood Fibre Cases, also have 50% larger magnets than industry standard.

 

 

Other products in the launch range include AirPods Pro cases and cleverly designed charging cables to meet any user’s needs.

 

One of those cables is flat + mass, a cable weight (mass) and universal flat, tangle-free charging cable with interchangeable heads, so users only need one cable to meet all their charging needs. Mass holds the cable in place, preventing cables from trailing on the floor and dropping from desks and nightstands when not in use. The interchangeable heads are made from the same infinitely recyclable aluminium.

 

 

“We formed Atom Studios with the aim of creating tech accessories that look great, perform brilliantly with smart design details, and really are sustainable,” says Akbar Ali, Creative Director at Atom Studios, “we can see that many accessories out there currently come with a compromise – they are either sustainable but unattractive, fashion focused but made of plastic or very function-led and look like bricks. We wanted to start with smart design and make sure we could deliver it in a sustainably conscious way.”

Sustainability is the primary focus for Atom Studios across all areas of the business. From the long lasting eco materials they choose, to the right production and transportation methods, and also a full life cycle management process in which customers can return their Atom Studios cases when they’ve finished with them, so they can be properly disposed of or recycled.

“We created Atom Studios with sustainability and responsibility in mind,” continues Mr. Ali, “we’re by no means perfect yet in terms of being green, and don’t believe anyone is ,but every business decision centres around social and environmental responsibility.”

The full range of products can be found and purchased via AtomStudios.com or Amazon. Telecoms giant Three also now stocks a range of Atom Studios products in stores throughout the country and online.

Impact Biosystems Debuts Pact to Solve the Problem with Massage Guns

Impact Biosystems, the Boston-based fitness recovery start-up, is announcing its debut product, Pact – the world’s first connected percussive massage system customized to the user’s muscle profile. Inspired by professional trainers, the Pact system tailors its massaging experience to the user’s body conditions, giving the most effective recovery treatment possible. The Pact system is available for pre-order today, and will ship in Q2 2022.

“Existing muscle recovery solutions are almost exclusively one-size-fits-all types of products,” said Bridget Hunter-Jones, cofounder and CEO of Impact Biosystems. “But, everyone and their recovery is different, so we designed the Pact system with the belief that recovery should be informed and personalized, using data from the body, effectively eliminating the guesswork.”

The Pact system relieves muscle pain and improves muscle readiness by creating a data-backed recovery experience. It operates with two core devices: Pact Sense and Pact Pulse, both connected with the user’s smartphone via the Pact app.

Pact Massager

Unlike other impersonal massagers on the market, the Pact system will first measure your muscles’ conditions before recommending an appropriate recovery treatment. Using six sensors that take over 5,000 measurements per scan, Pact Sense tracks the user’s muscle readiness, measuring muscle mass and stiffness in real-time. The data gathered will allow the Pact mobile app to generate a bespoke warm-up or recovery routine for the user, which will inform the Pact Pulse for a precise and optimized massage.

Impact Biosystems’ proprietary technology, based on advanced modelling techniques, has been developed over the last three decades by co-founder and chief inventor, Ian Hunter, the Hatsopoulos Professor of Mechanical Engineering at MIT.

Two Pact kits will be available at launch: the standard Pact Sport Kit (£369), and the premium Pact Pro Kit (£479), which comes with an additional battery handle, an extra year of Pro App Content & analytics, and a travel case. Both kits are available on pre-order via Indiegogo for the early bird prices of £209 (Pact Sport) and £259 (Pact Pro): https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pact-world-s-first-full-feedback-smart-massager/

First look at the new Pamu Z1 true wireless

We have been testing Pamu earbuds some time now and the company has gone from strength to strength over time and deliver a great product at an affordable price and in fact they have three pairs in my top ten earbuds for 2020 and going into 2021 we have the new Z1 in now for testing which I am looking forward too, today we give you a quick look at the new earbuds so of you have any questions feel free to ask below or on our social media.

Main features

  • Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, reduce noise up to 40dB
  • Dual-Mic Noise Reduction
  • Gaming mode, Low latency
  • In-App firmware update and customization to key functions
  • Dual Master, simultaneous transmission of both ears, both of them can be used separately
  • Compatible with Qi-certified wireless chargers
  • Replaceable shell design, customize your exclusive color
  • Water Resistance: IPX6

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Tech Review – HUWDER – 150W PD 4 Ports Charger

Need to expand on port access well this new product from HUWDER does the job and not only that it has fast charging built in and also it charges just about anything you have in your home, Tablets, PCs phones, earbud, headphones you name it this tough guy can handle it, this is not a powerbank ie charges on its own it does need to be plugged in however this is not a bad thing..]

This is built to last, it comes with a dock or you can lay flat and it will not budge as it has rubber footing to keep it in place too. It comes in two colours, Black and White and it is portable and will fit in any travel bag, this is ideal for someone with multiple gadgets and will charge and device with USB USB-C micro USB and of course iPhones.

You can charge up to 4 devices at one go which is handy and this can be plugged into a standard mains and then you can select what needs charging after that, with many laptops there is not enough ports to charge your device and this can act as a hub to charge several devices without the need to use your laptops ports keeping that free for other workflows and so on.

The ports on this unit are as follows – 2 Type-C and 2 Type-A ports.

Features

1. 150W output max, support charging 4 devices at the same time;
2. C ports with PD3.0 PPS, A ports with QC3.0, meet your fast charging demands
3. C port up to 100W max output, enough for charging the majority of USB C laptops in the market. And it supports to charging 2 MacBook Pro at the same time;
4. GS, UL, CE EMC/LVD, FCC, ROHS, PSE certificated.
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How To Find A Good Software Developer For Your Business

In this blog post, we’re going to talk about what you need to look for when hiring a software developer. This is important because it will help ensure that the person you hire can produce high-quality results in an efficient manner. Software developers are one of the most expensive assets in your company, so it pays off to take the time and find someone who is right for your business!

Utilize LinkedIn

LinkedIn is one of the most popular social media platforms that connects professionals all over the world with each other. The platform has millions of members who are either employed or unemployed, and you can utilize this to your advantage by seeking out software developers on LinkedIn. This will give you more direct access to them than through something like Upwork or Upwork similar sites where they might not be okay with talking with clients directly. However, if you want someone specific then it’s best to utilize LinkedIn or CodeStaff.io platforms that are only meant for professionals who work in similar fields as yourself. This will give you better results and give them the incentive to work well with your company if they see that they’re one of many applicants because their skillset was desirable by multiple companies.

Read Reviews

It’s best if you can ask for references from them to see if they are satisfied with the work that was done. If there is a good relationship between the developer and their customers, then it will be easier for others to build trust with this programmer as well. You can read feedback written by other people who hired the same person before you did so you know what kind of customer service skills they possess. You may discover whether or not they are effective at solving any problems which may come up during an update or change on your end because most likely someone else has already encountered these issues beforehand and wrote about how much help the developer provided them.

If you’re not satisfied with the level of customer service that a certain developer provides, then it may be best to continue your search for another one who is more committed and focused on solving any problems which arise. Also, consider whether or not they can provide references from previous customers in order to show how effective they were in working together and collaborating throughout this process. By reading these reviews written by others, you’ll find out what kind of experience other people had while working with them before hiring them yourself so that you don’t end up wasting time when looking for someone else instead.

Get A Referral

Other people in your sphere of influence know good developers. Ask them who they would recommend. You might also ask someone you trust to set up a quick coffee meeting with their friends. If that person thinks highly enough about the relationship, he or she will likely give you one name; if not, then at least offer two names for screening purposes. The more referrals you can get from trusted sources, the better off you are going to be when it comes time to hire because there is already an existing rapport and level of familiarity between members on both sides (i.e., referrer & referred). While this isn’t always possible, getting multiple referrals increases your chances—so don’t leave any stones unturned!

Ask The Right Questions

Asking the right questions is something that every interviewer should be able to do. When interviewing a potential developer, you will want to ask them how they would solve certain problems in your business environment. This can help you figure out if their thought process is on par with what yours are or not. It also allows the candidate to show off some of his/her abilities when it comes to problem-solving and reasoning skills which are both very important for software developers.

Get A Portfolio

The final thing you need to do to find the best software developer for your business is to get a portfolio. The more work an individual has, the better it looks on their end and shows what they can bring to the table when it comes down to working with you. A good software developer will have no problems showing off their previous projects or even sharing some of them with potential clients that are interested in learning more about what they do. If someone doesn’t want others seeing how capable (or incapable) they are at coding, then there’s likely something wrong there already which should be taken into consideration before anything else happens between both parties involved – this would not make for a successful partnership!

If you’re hiring for the first time, then this might seem like an insurmountable task. You may be worried about making mistakes and wasting money on bad hires. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there before! The reality is that finding good software developers can be difficult–but it’s not impossible.