If you have Magsafe you will know it is aimed to make life easier for charging your phone with no cables required, there is plenty of accessories out there now for Magsafe and including a product from Otterbox which we will have reviewed here on site but you get to it in our case round up reviews and it is a nice addition especially if you are an Otterbox fan.
These are one of my favourites out of the entire range and I use one of these personally now and love it, but do check out the full range at hand there is something for all, there is no compromise here either with your case as all ports are accessible and buttons work a treat and the case looks really well on your device, again there is several colours available and your device is well protected from harm..
Features
Designed to interact with Apple’s new innovative MagSafe system
Specially designed for iPhone 12 for enhanced mobile experience
Lasting antimicrobial technology helps protect case exterior against many common bacteria*• Case is infused with silver-based additive that continually blocks microbial growth • Made with more than 50% recycled plastic
Ultra-slim form highlights iPhone’s sleek design and case slips in and out of pockets easily • All of your phone’s buttons, switches, features and functions work flawlessly • Convenient open access to ports and speakers
Durable protection shields against drops, bumps and fumbles
Raised edges protect camera and screen
One-piece design pops on and off in a flash
Wireless charging compatible
DROP+ | 3X as many drops as military standard (MIL-STD-810G 516.6)
The new wireless headphones join a full line of products which help raise awareness of the endangered animals all over the world
Planet Buddies, an environmentally conscious child friendly accessory brand, today announces the launch of their Bluetooth wireless headphones which help raise awareness and educate children on endangered animals. This new wireless headphone comes in a variety of characters including Pepper the Penguin, Olive the Owl and Pippin the Panda. The headphones allow kids the freedom to move without a wire while also listening safely with an 85db volume limit.
“Planet Buddies was born out of a dedication for raising awareness, specifically for endangered animals. We want to educate children on what they can do to help all these wonderful species,” said Michael Bartlett, Planet Buddies.
“Our new Bluetooth wireless headphones bring to life great characters while allowing kids to listen to their favorite videos and music safely with a child-safe volume limit. We are excited to share this new product with all animal fans!”
The Planet Buddies product range includes wired headphones, Bluetooth wireless speakers, tablet cushions and more. The products each have a story about its character, why they are endangered and practical tips on what children can do to help protect all life on our planet. A portion of the revenue from each product purchase goes to World Land Trust and the Marine Conservation Society.
Planet Buddies Bluetooth Headphone Features:
Child-safe limited to 85db volume limited audio
Wireless compatible with iOS/Android
Up to 38 hours total playtime (2 hours charging time)
Built-in microphone
Extra line-out jack for music sharing
Strong, adjustable design for comfort and durability
Foldable, portable design with carry pouch included
The problems of low data availability, limited access, and drooping efficiency levels can be overwhelming. The issues like this that businesses face seem to come from every direction touched by incomplete, missing, and stale data housed across databases that can’t communicate. To help, data replication technologies like the Rapidi Replicator prepare organizations for a new way of working.
That new path is paved by a boost in availability, efficiency, and access that turns informational assets into opportunities. Every database and system is strengthened from within by a process that cuts out mistakes as well as the need for manual duplication. While these promote growth and reduce wasted resources, the benefits of asynchronous data replication are not always so plain.
But, when you consider the number of issues that problem data can introduce, it starts to become clear just how fully your company may need replication. With systems isolated into their own channel, your employees find it harder to get results and your leadership feels the friction of limited data insights while making decisions.
When you choose a plug-and-play third-party solution—data replication technologies are likely to bring these coveted gifts to your business.
Simplicity
While many businesses avoid replication opportunities for as long as they can, the truth is that it can be much more simple than they think. The problem seems to be that business decision-makers feel that the development must be done in-house in order to be custom. And there is difficulty in tasking one of your teams with an invisible improvement of tremendous complexity.
However, without needing to assign the work within, businesses can get the management and support throughout the data replication process through a third party. That partner handles the challenges and careful adjustment of your replication solution, benefiting your organization while minimizing its impact on your time, budget, or peace of mind.
Seamlessness
Along with simplicity, businesses that choose a third party also enjoy a more seamless experience of their data environment. Crossing divides in your systems and traveling between locations, your data is freed with a complete solution to replication. Just as work with a partner like Rapidi minimizes the difficulty of getting replication going, they also support the smoothest possible access and use of your data.
Security
Tools like the Rapidi Replicator are serious about the security and sensitivity of the data they work with. Because of this, Rapidi encrypts data against threats and meets international standards for information security. Working with a third party should mean that you can replicate data without a second thought about its theft.
By securing each point of data in their workflow, the most robust asynchronous replicators for databases are on constant guard. It’s clear that data is valuable and customer information is sensitive. The liability to your company that a lack of security forms can be threatening—and catastrophic during a breach.
Support
One of the most important reasons that a company would choose to develop an in-house solution to data replication is that they always have access to the team.
Whatever issues emerge during the course of business with data information and access can be addressed within. Initially, this can appeal. But, after tasking the internal team with the replication, some find their teams scrambling for answers and overworked with other projects.
The alternative is support from a third party. Every organization has unique needs and characteristics that require flexible and open support. For example, Rapidi offers consistent five-star support to their clients, building custom replications to respond to each client’s needs.
But, support does not end with having someone to call when things aren’t functioning at their highest level. Instead, Rapidi—like some other integration partners—gives maintenance to its replication systems with regularity. Using these upgrades and receiving these changes, businesses can stay ahead of alterations to the systems they rely upon without losing data to oversights during an upgrade.
With customer support and ongoing maintenance, third-party replicators release companies from the learning curves, technical blocks, and frustrating challenges of independent replication.
Asynchronous replicator technology puts information and data within easy reach through sophisticated and custom approaches to handling your greatest asset.
Begin Data Replication with Rapidi
Through a simple replication technology that provides significant benefits over in-house development, Rapidi helps organizations energize operations and guide decisions with a fuller, more flexible data ecosystem. Before you decide to pursue an asynchronous replication system yourself (or through your team), consider simplicity, security, support, and seamlessness.
Webcams are booming again and today we check out another product from Creative and it is their Live Cam Sync 1080 V2 which is a nicely built and nice looking webcam. This is not expensive and comes with a lens cap for those who are worried about privacy which seems to be many folk these days..
Set -up
Simple as one would expect this can be mounted on top of your pc and it also comes with a tripod mount built in for flat surfaces this can work anywhere and no tripod would be required either if you say have something for it to sit on, it is a small compact unit which can be placed literally anywhere, you can then use their app to adjust some setting which you will see in the video below and there is nothing to technical here at all it is a simple a plugging in and off you go.
Quality
Quality is good with sound and audio here which is not hard to beat on most pcs today especially older ones but with creative they continue to deliver on great office solutions be it working from home or in the office, do check out some of their products we have done and there is more to come.
Simply plug it into an available USB-A port on your computer, and it will work immediately! It also works with most of the popular video conferencing applications, like Zoom, Skype, Microsoft Teams, Cisco WebEx, Google Meet, Facebook Messenger and more, so you can set up your webcam quickly and be ready even for the most last-minute meetings.
Creative Live! Cam Sync 1080p V2 delivers full HD videos at 1080p / 30 FPS
Features
DUAL BUILT-IN MIC
Allows better audio pickup so that your voice sounds more natural
PRIVACY COVER
Protect your privacy with an integrated lens cover
PLUG-AND-PLAY
Start using the webcam quickly and easily, with no driver installation required
SMARTCOMMS KIT
Simplify the way you call with a suite of smart communication features for Windows PC users.
HD 1080p LENS
Meet online with full HD video recording
PIVOT 360 DEGREES
With 360° horizontal rotation and 30° vertical tilt, look your best in any video call
TRIPOD MOUNT
Capture different angles with the webcam on a tripod*
*Tripod is optional and not included
LONGER CABLE LENGTH
Comes with a longer cable (1.8m / 70 inches) to connect to your computer
grell, founded by renowned German headphone engineer Axel Grell, announces the debut of a brand-new line of true wireless headphones with the grell TWS/1 ($199.99 USD, €199.99 EUR, £179.99 GBP MSRP). The new in-ear headphones deliver audiophile-grade sound quality for consumers who crave crystal clear, transparent audio and a closer connection to their music, with a direct-to-consumer sales model designed to deliver a personalized, high-end listening experience to a new generation of users — so that the price reflects the Grell-designed sound-quality, alone.
Grell Audio TWS/1 in space grey
An exclusive version of the grell True Wireless headphones — the drop + grell tws.01 — will be available via Drop.com, in November following an initial pre-sale period on http://www.grellaudio.com. Featuring an all-black finish, distinguished from the space-grey TWS/1 version — which will be available following the international product launch — US customers who purchase the drop + grell tws.01 version will also receive additional blue wingtip options for an even more personalized and secure listening experience.
grell in-ear headphones mark a pioneering step forward in the realm of high-end listening devices, providing a unique combination of high-quality technological components, German design, and meticulous attention to detail. The result is a stunning sound-signature created expressly for a new generation of digitally connected listeners.
For over three decades, Axel Grell has crafted headphones designed to produce world-class sound — at times, with little-to-no regard for price consideration. Throughout his mission to enhance the clarity and transparency in the headphone lines he produced, Grell garnered a devoted following among members of the audiophile community for his close attention to detail throughout all parts of the manufacturing process, pairing high-quality components with cutting-edge product designs — until the 1990s, when his uncompromising pursuit to design the most neutral headphones possible catapulted him to legendary status among audiophile communities.
Grell Audio tws space grey in case
“I always try to create the best possible acoustical experience for the money, no matter the price point,” said Grell Founder, Axel Grell. “With Grell, we put our resources solely into achieving the best sound possible, emphasizing the acoustic experience of the product and providing audio that is fine-tuned to the user’s ear. With our focus on audio, alone, we carefully selected custom dynamic transducers, used the best chipset that is available, and the best sounding codecs, shipped directly to the consumer in simple, inexpensive packaging. And this is true for every pair of Grell earphones — giving the user high-end quality, but not at a high-end price.”
Making audiophile accessible
Axel Grell continues his quest to make the world sound better through his bold, new product designs. The new Grell true wireless headphones are a direct response to a growing new generation of audiophiles in the digital era who are looking to experience the ultimate transparency and clarity that headphones can offer — in a smaller in-ear form factor.
Featuring TWS/1 technology, custom 10mm dynamic drivers, 28-hour battery life (ANC on), and transducers with a tolerance of +/- 1 dB, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) — plus, Axel Grell Noise Annoyance Reduction (NAR) technology — Grell true wireless headphones boast minimalistic, industrial-style design, which contrasts the complexity and richness of the acoustic output, without sacrificing a comfortable fit.
Unlike any of the designer’s earlier endeavors, however, Grell seeks with its business model to lower the cost for the end-user, ushering in the future of high-res audio through a sales model tailored towards the spending habits of digital age looking for opportunities to save money on high-end products without sacrificing quality for price. Sold directly through the company’s website and through an exclusive pre-order release on Drop.com, Grell’s online-only sales model seeks to remove some of the economic barrier-to-entry for budding audiophiles, and to nurture the next generation of sound for tomorrow’s listener.
Up to 28 hours battery with charging case (ANC on)
Grell in-ear headphones will be available via direct online sales. Pre-sale from 6th Oct via www.grellaudio.com with full availability both via grell online and Drop.com from November onwards.
Manfrotto, the worldwide leader in photography and videography supports, has unveiled the first products from an all-new modular line that comprises their forward thinking Move Ecosystem. Developed to harness the concepts of speed of use and versatility, these dedicated Move Ecosystem products are designed for today’s modern creatives who shot both video and photo and want the ability to transition frequently between their varying supports with no lag.Move signals the birth of a faster and more versatile future for the workflow of photo and video professionals everywhere who will finally be able to move limitlessly at the speed of their inspiration.
The Move Ecosystem is designed around the new Quick Release System, a lightweight base and plate system which when attached to users various supports offers increased speed of transfer between them without having to stop to screw and unscrew parts. It all happens in one click that immediately actions professional stability no matter the direction in which the equipment is inserted, though an additional twist lock is provided to ease heavy users minds. And while speed is certainly a profound benefit of the Quick Release System, due to its universal 3/8” connection standard, the system is capable of connecting varying support types to each other revealing enhanced functionality from users existing systems. For example, Manfrotto tripods can be coupled with sliders and different heads on top, while Manfrotto’s Gimboom can be paired with the new Modular Gimbal 300XM in order to have a 2 meters long stabilized support with remote control capabilities that can be fully operated by a single user.
This is possible due to the 300XM Gimbal’s detachable modular construction including its stabilizing head and electronic controls which when separated can still communicate via bluetooth connection. The gimbal head can also be adapted onto a completely separate support such as a tripod or slider, for example, and be used a remotely operated shooting station. With its limitless modular application this market leading handheld Gimbal is guaranteed to redefine the standards of professional gimbal support for CSC users.
Modular Gimbal 300XM
And while Move’s innovative adaptability is set to make huge improvements to the speed and versatility of production, Manfrotto’s approach to modularity isn’t just looking to what’s new. With a brand-new set of attachable twin legs Gimboom has also been revamped to introduce the two-in-one solution Gim-Pod, which equally performs as a professional grade boom as well as a tripod. Paired with Manfrotto’s newly announced and upcoming Q6 Ball Head featuring a sliding Arca-Swiss compatible top-locking mechanism and 3 bubble levels this configuration offers infinite applications for creators, from a lightweight kit.
The Move Ecosystem is much more than a collective of innovative solutions, it is a shift in paradigm. By harnessing the power of modularity Manfrotto has created a new age of interconnecting supports and parts that will allow professionals to not only move at an unprecedented speed but also allow users to customize their gear to meet their individual project needs. Welcome to the age of Move.
Dashcams are a must have and it is one thing every time I drill into peoples heads when I check out a new dashcam yet they ignore it and some I know have seen the bad side of this but then went on to purchase on later on when it was too late, it is never to late to own a dashcam and the N4 is one of the latest on offer from Vantrue, this is very similar to the N2S we did before and has no app support so it is the old fashioned way to get the information from it via cable and PC.
This is companies latest dash cam Vantrue N4. It is a 3-way triple car camera, comes with IR night vision, 24 hours parking mode.
Advanced technology balances in all areas of exposure, reduce a bright screen and enhance the darker videos.
Set Up
Setting up is simple and is similar to most dash cams on the market and if you have never done one that requires putting cable in the rear of your car the tools are in the box to do so it is not hard and a simple process and once put in place you are good to go and just leave it there and let it do its job, the rest then is done on the front main camera unit and we go through all this in the video review below..
What you get
The N4 offers 155° front camera, 165° inside camera and 160° rear camera to record front, inside cabin and road back simultaneously at 1440P+1080P+1080P at 30fps, which gives you all-round protection when you’re on the roads. Dual recording mode captures a crystal clear 2560x1440P in the front and 1920x1080P 30fps inside cabin or rear. The front camera can seamlessly record up to 1520p when use alone, enabling clear capturing of license plates and road signs.
Sony STARVIS CMOS sensor, a big F1.4 aperture 6-glass lens observing road front, F1.8 6-glass lens observing rear, this car camera is able to increase exposure automatically in dark situations for capture clear videos footage; 4 IR LED lights facing the car cabin, which can accurately capture the driver and passengers even when the cabin is completely dark, perfect for rideshare drivers such as Uber, Lyft and Taxi.
Who is this for
Everyone in short, the motorist in Ireland is shafted by cartel insurers and false claims and this is ideal to cover you from all angles front,rear and inside so there is no excuse not to have one and it is an investment too so if you do not have a dashcam get one now.
24 Hours Motion Detection or Collision Detection
With the energy saving motion detection parking mode, the dash cam will be on standby mode until motion is detected, the dash cam will wake up and get ready to record once detects movement in front. With collision detection, If an impact is detected when car dash cam is off, it will auto on to record the impact. The 3 channel dash cam always be connected to hardwire kit(buy extra ASIN B083XB8T7T) or external battery for parking mode.
Variable sensitivity G-sensor emergency lock videos to event folder following impact, loop recording auto overwrite the oldest file when card is full, auto LCD off avoid distracting, capable of housing up to 256GB of external memory(not in the box, recommend Vantrue sd card), firmware updates for continuous improvements and new features, optional GPS (need to buy separately B083XBS88L) to track route, location and speed.
Is it worth the money
Yes, it is a more expensive dashcam however you are covered from all angles here and it is a simple to use gadget and no smarts involved like an app here, most folk have just the front window dashcam this is much better and covers you full stop
See the video review for more below and the company sent us this to review with no compensation, editorial input and is seeing the review the same time as you..
Recently we checked out the Google Nest doorbell and next up is the Nest camera which can be used indoor and outdoors and it is that how we reviewed the product but we have another ordered and will come back to give a run what it is like on the indoor setting. Heavier and larger than its competition out there how does it stack up for your money..
Build and design
This is larger and heavier than some outdoor cameras on the market and comes in the familiar white flavour which is what Google do best and that is no problem for us but looks nice and is a clear warning you have security at your home and this time of year is the time to start securing your home if you have not already with the shorter days and longer morning approaching quickly, I say this every time this time of year and you really need to beef up your home for the obvious reasons.It is a solid build and looks nice and if you are invested into Google hardwear and services it is the one you need, check out the unboxing video below for more and see what you are getting..
Set up is easy once again here and even using existing holes from your old system might work to get you going you also get a cable in the box for charging which is a cool one at that and similar to other offerings out there today. Again we go through all the finer details in the video review below and we look at the app and the features and what you can use in the app to get the most of the benefits including all the smarts you get without a nest subscription and there is enough on offer for all here which is nice and worth noting.
Battery life
If you have the home hub you can get more value so if you do not have one get one right now as this only enhances the system setup and not only that the nest hub is really cool anyway as you can leave it on a live view feed, the same as the doorbell too should you need to keep an eye on things., again we show you this in the video.. The addition to the nest subscription is you get 60 days continuous recording which is great but you get enough out of the box.
Google nest app
Detection
Video capture notification
The battery life for me on the camera would typically last longer than the doorbell due to placement and most peoples would but that is subjective to the individuals use case here and where it is placed and the settings you apply,typically for me my side entry or back door camera lasts up to three times longer than the doorbell would and charge time is longer on this taking around 4.5/5 hours which is slightly longer than others out there which is fine by me.
Conclusion
Ok so it is expensive for just one camera for most and from what people have said to me and i get that however you are getting a decent camera that will not let you down here, this is placed on my side entry through thick walls and still has a strong connection where as some cameras had an issue keeping connected, this also is a great looking effective deterrent and does not look cheap either and will let people know you are being watched, the only thing missing out of the box is a siren like what is on my older system that is even more of a deterrent and works effectively and by that stage its too late for whoever might be trying to gain access to your property but then again not a bad thing as they can just give us a better laugh whilst they are caught in the act only to be caught around the next bend by another camera.
Premium streaming commercial audio brand appoints new distributors in the Caribbean and Poland, and adds coverage in Asia
Bluesound Professional, the premium distributed audio ecosystem for commercial spaces, today announced the exciting addition of two new distribution partners, while also adding new Asian markets to the Lenbrook Asia portfolio. The two new distribution partners include BVD International Inc., a regional distributor in the Caribbean, and Linearic, a distributor in Poland. Meanwhile, Lenbrook Asia, a sister company to Bluesound Professional and fellow subsidiary of Lenbrook International, has been laying down operational requirements to extend their distribution of Bluesound Professional products to additional markets in Asia, including Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Brunei, Laos and Cambodia.
“We are delighted to be able to welcome two new distributors to the Bluesound Professional team, as they are key leaders in the industry and in their respective markets,” says Graeme Harrison, Vice-President and General Manager of Bluesound Professional. “These new relationships and Lenbrook Asia’s expanded remit will bring our products into additional markets and help us to build popularity for our ground-breaking streaming audio solutions for commercial spaces.”
Bluesound Professional is continuing to expand its distribution network.Since its launch at the Integrated Systems Europe show in February 2019, the company has expanded to over 25 international markets. As a growing commercial audio technology brand, Bluesound Professional encourages interested and qualified parties to submit an inquiry to the BluesoundProfessional.com website.
