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Fish Finders Are Worth It – Here Are 4 Reasons Why

If you are in the market for fishing gear, then fish finders may be worth it. Fishfinders increase your chances of catching fish by allowing you to locate them in the water. They also come in many shapes and sizes, so you must know what features are most important to you before making a purchase decision. Here are four reasons why fish finders are worth it.

  • A good fish finder will last for years and years

Fishfinders are not like other electronics that will need to be replaced over time. Instead, they can last for decades if the proper care is taken on them and also when you purchase a good model with high-quality construction. In addition to this, the best fish finder gadgets will be of great help when catching and locating where the biggest fish are. There is no fun time like when you go fishing with your family and are able to catch fish right away with the help of a fish finder. Isn’t it somehow frustrating and boring when you are in the dark and you have to stay without even catching on fish the whole day?

There are a variety of fish finders to choose from. These might include; Lowrance Hook2 4x portable, Garmin STRIKER 4 portable, piranha max 4 PT, and the least is endless.

So, if you’re looking for a tool that will last and make your fishing experiences even better than before, then it’s time to invest in a fish finder. You won’t be sorry. Just remember, however, that there are many different models on the market today so take some time to choose one based upon what you really need from it. The more features that come with the model, generally speaking, the higher its price point is going to be.

  • They’re a great way to learn about the underwater world

Additionally, fishfinder reviews have found that many people use their fishfinder devices as an educational tool for children, teaching them how the water environment works and why it’s important to protect aquatic life. That being said, these types of gadgets aren’t just used by parents looking for fun activities with their kids; they can also be helpful tools in adult education settings or for more advanced divers who want to explore further than before. And because there is no experience necessary, everyone can benefit from having one of these on hand while fishing.

  • They can help you catch more fish

 

Fishfinders show you the bottom of the water where fish are more likely to be. Fish can’t see your boat or lure, but they sure notice a big bright beam that shines down into their world from above! If you know what’s under them and when they will strike, it’ll up your odds for success tremendously. Fishfinders can also tell you where the fish are located so that your lures don’t go wandering around empty-handed (or rather empty-mouthed). Fishfinders can also help you determine the depth of the water, which is crucial for fishing in deep areas. Fish don’t need to breathe but they do like things a certain way and that includes having enough oxygen as well as not being too deep or too shallow. They also allow you to help them out in this department.

  • You can use a fish finder to locate sunken treasure on the ocean floor

Fishfinders are not just used to find fish, but they can also be used for treasure hunting and things you might never have thought of before. Fishfinders can be used to scan the ocean floor and locate precious metals like gold, silver, and other important items that might have sunken down in ships over time. Fishfinder technology has allowed you an exciting new way to enjoy your favorite hobby with its many benefits at your fingertips. 

 

If you’ve been looking for a way to make fishing more fun and productive, then investing in a fish finder is the best way. In addition to this, fish finders are not only a lot of fun, but they can also really help you increase your success rate. You also get to catch more fish by locating them on the screen of your device while they swim around underwater. You might be surprised at how much information is available about what lies below the surface with just the push of one button. If all four of these reasons sound like something that might interest you then it is time for you to make the investment in a fish finder today before prices start going up even further.

Ray-Ban and Facebook Launch ‘Ray-Ban Stories’ Smart Glasses

Ray-Ban and Facebook launched the first pair of smart glasses that combine style and everyday wearability to help you stay present with friends, family, and the world around you. Ray-Ban Stories let you capture, share, and listen in a whole new way, so you can keep your eyes up and stay present in the moment. Ireland is one the initial launch countries. Starting at €329, you can choose from 20 combinations of frame/lens styles from the most iconic frames Ray-Ban offers: Wayfarer, Round or Meteor Ray-Ban. A rather unusual partnership that has turned eyes and then there is the data problem.

 

  • Convenient Camera Capture: Instant photo and video (up to 30 seconds) lets you capture spontaneous moments using the dual 5MP cameras on the front of the frames. A capture LED lights up when the cameras are on to notify those around you that photography or recording is taking place. Go hands-free for more convenient capture with Facebook Assistant and the “Hey Facebook” wake word. Simply say, “Hey Facebook, take a photo [or video]” and Ray-Ban Stories will do the rest.
  • Stylish Design: Choose the frames that fit your style and needs. Ray-Ban Stories comes in three styles: Wayfarer (also available in size Wayfarer L), Round and Meteor, and is offered in five colors and more lens choices, for 20 possible variations.
  • Built-In Audio: Built-in Bluetooth and a 3-microphone audio array allow you to listen to your favourite media, music, or podcast from any app on your phone and take calls – all from the glasses.
  • Facebook View App: Edit and enhance the everyday memories captured on Ray-Ban Stories using the Facebook View companion app (iOS and Android) and share them with family and friends, or across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, or any other app of your choice.

Ray-Ban Stories was designed with privacy in mind. We’re taking steps to make sure device owners–and the people around them–feel comfortable, safe, and informed. More information on these efforts, from specific product features to tips for device wearers, can be found in our dedicated microsite.

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Tech Review – Tronsmart Studio Bluetooth Speaker

The Tronsmart Studio Bluetooth Speaker is the latest on offer from the brand that brings you affordable tech which for the consumer is a win and from testing many products over the years including their latest earbuds the Onyx Apex Apollo Air Plus and the Apollo Air the products are robust and well worth considering.

Their latest speaker is also one to look out for when it comes to sound and quality and the build quality is premium here and certainly grabbed my attention, it might feel weighty to some however this is just an example of great build quality all round with all the ports required and also SD card support which allows you to use old cards you might have music stored on like I do.

There is a nice control panel up top with slightly raised keys and tactile and work perfectly fine each time and not a complicated set up either. On the rear you have your ports which allows for the SD card as mentioned your charge port via USB-C and aux support should you need it..

The shell of the speaker is a solid frame  made with Aluminium with a grille front and rear, the rear allows the sound to pump from it which enhances the audio experience and it can be used with the front speakers firing but both highly recommended.  You will see the example in the video review and how the controls work in the video below, we believe letting you get a sample of the Audio and how the features work rather than stock image reviews which has no context whatsoever.

Overall is this speaker worth a punt you will ask and the answer is yes. Great sound, app support you also have soundpulse technology and a premium build with a decent battery life that checks out to their specs..

  • Patented SoundPulse Technology.
  • Patented TuneConn Technology to Sync Audio Across 100+ Speakers.
  • Lossless High Fidelity Audio.
  • Personalize Audio via In-app Equalizer.
  • Stable Bluetooth 5.0 Connectivity.
  • Intelligent Voice Assistant.
  • Type-C Charging Port.
  • Up to 15 Hours of Playtime.

As with all our reviews we are transparent and tronsmart did not compensate us or have any input to this review and are seeing it the same time as you.

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4 Expert-Level Hacks to Optimize Your PC for Gaming

Gaming on PC provides you with entertainment, and it helps you learn different skills. However, to enjoy your favorite game, you should make sure your computer is optimized for that purpose. Here are 4 expert-level hacks to optimize your PC for gaming.

 

1. Close Background Processes

First and foremost, you should specifically get a computer that is meant for gaming. There are special machines designed for games that you can get on the market. Whether you are using a PC for gaming or just a Windows computer to play games, make sure you close all background programs that are open in the background. These programs may prevent your computer from achieving its full potential in gaming. Any open programs can affect the speed of the game, which leads to a poor experience. Therefore, make sure you close all the windows that you do not need if you want to enjoy your favorite game.

2. Choose The Best Components For Gaming

There are different components like graphics cards, CPUs, storage devices, and memory that affect your games. Additionally, you also need to consider the motherboard for gaming which ensures enough connectivity for the vital components required by the games. There are different types of motherboards designed for gaming; you must get something that suits your needs. You need to check the best motherboard that suits your needs. In addition, it is vital to tweak the graphics settings for your games. For instance, lowering the resolution of your game can go a long way in ensuring that you get more frames per second.

3. Update GPU Drivers

To boost the performance of your PC for games, you should update its GPU drivers. If you update the graphics card, your GPU will deliver 100% of its potential performance. You will observe a significant increase in FPS. To achieve this, you can look for the best software to update your drivers for PC gaming. With the right program, you will get the latest updates that will help improve your gaming experience. If you want, you can set your PC to install automatic updates at given times. This helps to ensure you do not miss any critical updates.

4. Remove Unwanted Programs

If your PC for gaming consists of programs that you rarely use or no longer need, it is a good idea to remove them. These programs affect the performance of your computer by competing for precious RAM. This means you will have lower FPS while gaming. You can uninstall all programs you are not using. On top of that, you should clear all outdated updates since they can affect your RAM. Reduce startup programs or deactivate them so they do not affect the speed of your computer.

 

Computer gaming is exciting since it plays a crucial role in entertaining different people. To enjoy the maximum experience of gaming, you must have an optimized PC. There are different measures you can take to improve the performance of your computer when playing games. While the list is not exhaustive, the above tips can help you enjoy your favorite game to the fullest.

Tech Review – The Nokia X20

Nokia has a slew of devices on the market now and one thing I have noticed is we are seeing a pattern that is very familiar with them ie they look all the same now and this something Samsung have been known for hence their nickname SameSong over the years alongside Apple but seemed to have addressed that to an extent of late with their new devices and we will have our Flip 3 review in soon too so stay tuned for that. However for Nokia and HMD their devices are getting better as time goes on and hopefully we will see a true flagship offering soon as the market is super saturated right now and maybe they can pull something off in the coming weeks with smartphone season kicking off.

The USP of the Nokia X20

The USP of the Nokia X20 is battery, 5G and a big screen with a three year warranty and this may tick the box for the many folks out there who just want something with a decent sized screen and battery to consume media on but as for 5G you can forget about it now as the uptake is bad and being on it myself well lets say it is nothing to write home about, in fact my service has been terrible since I moved over to 5G but you cans say the Nokia X20 has future proofed itself as long as they dont start dropping too many phones out over the coming months and keep their portfolio tailored and have no conflicting devices which in turn makes others redundant like others seem to have a habit of doing.

Who is the Nokia X20 for

Well to be fair here it can be for anyone, if you have money to spend and want to show off with your iPhone 12 pro max off you go to your limited experience as always is with Apple and most tech journos never shut up about the iPhone, I do own one and find it good in fairness but restrictions still apply and stupid ones at that which make it hard for me to use it as a daily driver, Using two phones as my daily drivers I tend to use an Android device and a test device or my iPhone but the iPhone sits in my drawer for the most part, The X20 is mid tier and affordable ticking the key boxes for most but you have small hands look somewhere else because this is a big phone.

Nokia X20 techbuzzireland
Nokia X20 techbuzzireland

Multitasking

For daily tasks it has been fine and that means multitasking all day long with the usual 2 email accounts open and all my social media and news feeds etc and it was no problem, like who in fairness uses their phone to its full potential? Not many I bet but doing my everyday tasks as I do on any phone it has been fine with no lags or reboots during use and I get a day out of it no problem and that is a bug feat in my book.

Camera

Not going to bore you with the specs but it does a good job overall and is capable for the majority of people who will use this phone you wont get great shots like more expensive phones but well balanced overall a decent enough for a point and shoot device. You get a 64MB main camera and three other lenses and one lens like on most phones is a stick on and there is no point in it being there and video shooting maxes out at 1080P at 60fps and you can also use 30fps here if you want so no 4K here which is a letdown. The front facing camera is 32MP and being honest quite good on this front and probably one of the better ones out there especially at the price.

Build

With a 6.7 inch fhd display consuming media is nice to say despite its 60hz refresh rate but most phones in this category are the same but more leaning towards a higher refresh rate like 90hz. It still offers a decent experience for the consumer and with everyone now on their mobiles now more than ever watching films on this is a great experience with a decent enough speaker but the colours are bright and pop so overall it is great and when browsing the web you have a better screen estate to work with and makes it a more comfortable experience offering a better view rather than tall thin devices . It has a plastic build but looks like metal so do not let that fool you and many lower end mid tier phones use this approach and get away with it however some might prefer this as the phone is lighter and easy to hold in the hand.

Battery

With a 4470 mAh battery it is considered big and for what it is powering all day long it lasts a day which i said earlier which is good and for most average users you can expect a two day life with one charge but the thing is we are now on our phones more and the minority would get the two days out of it. This however is not a bad thing either as one a one day battery life for most is great and the expectation for most users these days until the battery technology improves however you do get quick charge here and again battery size will have alot to do with cost and weight and it is well balanced here.

Conclusion

With 128GB of storage, 8GB RAM Android One which has no bloatware, three year warranty a big screen and decent cameras this might be one to look at it also looks more expensive than it is and something many manufacturers can do now to give devices a better aesthetic look it is a good all rounder for the average joe soap, with the competition rife in the smartphone market you might look at imported phones but that is another issue if you run into problems with repairs etc it is a one to perhaps look into if you are on a budget..

Tech Review – Targus Cypress 15.6” Hero Backpack with EcoSmart.

Our next bag in from Targus is one that can do many jobs at once with multiple storage options and multiple pockets and options making it a bag that has maximum use cases. This bag was designed with the environment in mind. By using GRS-certified recycled materials, 26 plastic bottles were kept out of our waterways and landfills, shredded into small flakes, re-polymerised into plastic chips, then heated and spun into yarn that was woven, and sewn into the fabric of this EcoSmart bag.

For someone who wants pockets and zippers this is a bag to certainly look at and it very comfortable to wear too and of course has a carry strap up on top that is also padded like the straps on the back and also a curved backplate on the bag so there is no pressure on your back either and overall makes this bag nice a comfortable to wear no matter how much weight you might get into it.

With multiple pockets inside and storage compartments it is ideal for those on the go or anyone in fact and for tech heads like me the ideal bag to have at my disposal with having the ability to store things where I want and not having to look like a fool diffing my hand in looking for something as you often see people doing. Also what I like about this bag is the passthrough trolley strap that makes life easier at airports now that we can travel again..

Targus sent us this bag to review and are seeing the video the same time as you,no compensation was paid nor any input given to my review.

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Tech Review – Targus Classic Clamshell Laptop Bag.

A couple of bags coming up for review as travel is now starting again and you need to right bags for the equipment you may be carrying and for me it has to be something solid useful and full of pockets to stow things away in order be it travelling locally abroad or for tech events the correct bag is always a priority for me.

First up to house my new chromebook is the Targus classic clamshell laptop bag which does the job for me travelling locally for work or meetings or my hotel stays, small and sturdy with great padding inside and organised compartments this is the perfect fit for such. This is an over the shoulder bag and can be carried with a nice sturdy handle that is comfortable to hold and the same applies to the padded shoulder strap.

With pockets inside you also get a compartment for your laptop/ chromebook which is secured with a velcro strap so it remains in place and then the nice part of this bag is the front compartment which is a multifuncional station that has a clever hinge on it so things will not fall out that may have come loose during your travels.

This is not an expensive purchase and can hold laptops up to 17 inches the one we have is the smaller of the range as it suits my chromebook perfectly.. The range is 13.4 to 17 inches so most people are covered here by choice and you are not tied to one bag here either and given a choice of colours and options, there is nothing worse than having a huge bag to cater for smaller items if you are an organised person.

  • Designed to protect up to 17 Inch laptops with additional internal sleeve
  • Durable Polyester material with reinforced rigid case
  • Multi-functional front zipped workstation for mobile phones, cables, earphones, business cards, and pens
  • Re-enforced adjustable padded handle for extra comfort
  • Velcro laptop security strap

This bag was purchased by techbuzzireland and Targus are seeing the review the same time as you and have had no input nor paid any compensation.

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ITSKINS is now an official partner with Samsung

Reaffirming its commitment in bringing innovation and the latest technology to their customers, ITSKINS, a world leader in protective mobile cases, announced today that they’ve become a Legally Authorized Samsung Partner.

This new partnership allows the company to continue to offer best-in-class service to customers, and cements ITSKINS’ devotion to continually redefining the boundaries of smartphone case design while meeting the demands of today’s consumers.

“In the simpler way, this partnership allows us to include the ‘Designed for Samsung’ logo (DFS) on our product packaging, that will be used to communicate that ITSKINS offers a product that is compatible and optimized with Samsung mobile phones. But in a more profound way, being Samsung’s partner for us is a recognition not only to the quality of our cases and designs but as a company that’s lead by innovation and sustainability” said Christophe Jakobuco, CEO & Founder of ITSKINS.

Samsung’s choice to partner with ITSKINS is based on the company’s track record of innovation, impeccable customer service, and commitment to sustainability in production and manufacturing in addition to ITSKINS’ ability to deliver a broad range of high-quality products for Samsung cellphones and tablets.

The DFS logo can only be used on products that have been identified as ‘enabled products’ in a licensing program signed by Samsung. The logo is an added-bonus for Samsung customers who want to make sure they are getting an authentic and high-level product.

By becoming a legally authorized Samsung partner, ITSKINS cases are now customized to complement the innovative designs of Samsung’s revolutionary devices. Additionally, the new agreement distinguishes ITSKINS from other case manufacturers and will allow them to produce better products faster, access more brand partnerships in order to offer a wider selection of products while conducting business with total transparency.

ITSKINS is an ISO 9001 Certified company — this distinction is given only to businesses that show they have complete control of their supply chain, implement safe production practices, and have processes in place for continual quality control and improvement. The company’s sustainability efforts also include using plant-based ingredients to manufacture the cases, planting a tree for each case purchased, and making the cases carbon neural, biodegradable, and fully compostable.

All ITSKINS case collections cases designed for Samsung devices are available here.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 unboxing and walk-through.

The all new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 has just landed and can this be the one that converts people into the flip game? It has been some time since I have used a Samsung device and this one grabbed my attention so we decided to purchase it ourselves and I will now take this for a good test run over the next few weeks and see can it make me switch to a foldable device which reminds me of the old days when they where popular and I did own and still have quite a few flip phones in my collection..

On first impressions the device is solid and has a better build this time round and a great screen and the cameras seem to quite good too but lets see how all this fairs out over the next few weeks, comparing to the previous model it has more to offer and a better outer display yet still small and they could have utilised the space better on the front to give us a bigger screen to play with but maybe next time that might happen but it is also more functional this time around too and I guess it is welcome..

Check out the unboxing and walk-around of the device below and if you have any questions feel free to hit us up in the comments and we will gladly answer them.. Also if you want to protect your new device, you can find a rich offer of phone accessories online.

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