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Edifier launches the G2ii headphones in Pink #Edifier #Gaming #tech

Featuring Virtual 7.1 surround Sound and 50mm Composite Diaphragm Unit for Clear Sound and Low Frequency Sound Performance.

Edifier International, prominent designer and award-winning manufacturer of consumer audio electronics for both the lifestyle and multimedia markets announces its latest offering to the gaming headset world – the G2ii Pink headphones.

Featuring virtual 7.1 surround sound, the G2ii Pink headset offers full 360° surround sound effects for a totally immersive gaming experience. With accurate sound positioning, Fortnite, Animal Crossing and Destiny 2 – to name a few – all come alive, pinpointing exactly where the sound is coming from. This sound placement ensures you have the advantage in complex gaming situations thus enhancing your play. 

The next generation 50mm composite diaphragm unit produces clear sound and powerful low-frequency sound performance. This driver, combined with the professional e-sports team tuning, optimises gaming styles. 

 

The high-performance, noise cancelling microphone features a detachable 6mm, electret condenser microphone with omnidirectional reception, vital for making sure your teammates can always hear you despite your surroundings. 

The vibrant RGB lights use backlight technology to pulse when the headset is in use to enhance your gaming set up and create a dynamic atmosphere. 

Ergonomic and lightweight, the headband reduces pressure on your head to make certain a comfortable fit. Utilising soft leatherette to encase soft earmuffs, the design also ensures elongated wear. The detachable cute kitten ears make this a fun headset to use. The G2ii Pink is equipped with a USB connector for easy plug and play with PCs and laptops and comes complete with cute, detachable kitten ears!

 

Slip the G2ii Pink headphones on and submerge yourself in your gaming world. 

 

Main Features:

  • 7.1 surround sound offering 360° sound positioning, accelerating your advantage. 
  • 50mm driver unit produces clear sound and excellent low-frequency performance. 
  • Noise-cancelling detachable microphone for uninterrupted game play.
  • Dynamic RGB light effects. 
  • Comfortable wearing with soft leatherette ear muffs for longevity.

 

Specifications:

IMPEDANCE: 32Ω
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:  20Hz-20KHz
SENSITIVITY:  98dB
DRIVER UNIT:  Φ50mm dynamic drivers

 

Price & Availability:

 

Available for £49.99 from Amazon – https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edifier-Headset-Head-band-Black-Red/dp/B081S6FLWQ#ace-g0979249316

6 Things To Look For When Buying New Headphones

From listening to podcasts to catching up with the latest hits, headphones have become a necessity of our time. You could be amidst those whose careers depend entirely on headphones. If you love gaming or you work in a music production studio, your type of headphones are tailored to meet your field’s specific needs.

Apart from these specialized functionalities, most of the quality aspects cut across. In this article, we explore six factors to look out for before buying a pair of headphones. Let’s dive right in!

 

1. Sound Quality 

The sound quality will vary if you use in-ear (earbuds), on-ear, or over-ear headphones. Therefore, when listening to music of high quality, your choice is between the on-ear and over-ear. Since the on-ear allows distraction from your surroundings, over-ear headphones are the in-thing for excellent performance and high-quality music.

 

Depending on the genre of your favorite music, some sets give you stellar sound for specific genres. Request the retailer to allow you to test your headphones before paying for a pair. And if you have a pretty diverse musical taste, preparing a collection in advance will come in handy when testing.

2. Durability 

Durability describes the sturdiness of the headphones’ components. Check the material of the headband to determine its build quality. A headband with a metal frame or heavy-duty plastic is considered strong. Also, ensure the headband is devoid of several joints which are likely weak points. And for the earbud or in-ear designs, the tips’ shape and cable thickness determine their build quality.

 

To get value for your money, thoroughly inspect the build material. Avoid loosely built headphones that will break after a few months of use. If you move with your headphones often or are a busy Dj, a powerfully built headphone is non-negotiable. 

3. Comfort 

If you are the kind that uses headphones for several hours, you don’t want to compromise on comfort. Below are three aspects to look out for when comfort and a perfect fit are your key considerations:

  • Ear Cup’s Extension

If on-ear cups are too short, they will press your ears against your head. This force can cause soreness of the soft tissues, especially if you wear glasses. For over-ear cups, ensure they have a comfortable and complete seal near the ears.

  • Clamping Force

This will help you to locate the pressure points. If it’s little, your headphones will fall off at the slightest movement. And if it’s a lot, your head will feel compressed. Therefore, you need to fit in your headphones to determine if the force is balanced. A visual inspection will not cut it. 

  • Cushioning

 

Thick cushions are comfortable, but they will squeeze you around your ears. In contrast, thin cushions bring your ears in close contact with the hardware. And this can be a source of irritation. 

Proper cushioning should be moderate. Again not unless you are shopping online, test your headphones and settle for perfect cushioning.

4. Battery Life

If you love wireless headphones, then battery life is a crucial component you do not want to assume. A built-in battery that’s rechargeable powers wireless headphones. Go for a battery that lasts between 20-30 hours. Notably, over-ear wireless headphones have batteries that last longer than those of Bluetooth earbuds.

Besides, Bluetooth earbuds that need a cable for connection have a battery life of up to eight hours. In comparison, true wireless earbuds have a battery life of between three to five hours. If you are an outdoor kind of person, you now know what to look out for instantly.

5. Purpose of Headphones

If you are a multi-user, check what you use your headphones for 80% of your time. This should guide you on the type of headphones to buy.

On the other hand, specialized functionalities will require specialized headphones. For instance, gaming headphones are tuned to pick sound direction and details. However, you may need a different pair for listening to music because gaming headphones will only serve your gaming needs.

6. Price

Having talked about the various aspects of headphones, your budget will determine the gadget you finally take home. As it applies to other items you purchase, premium headphones will cost premium rates. But, to enjoy features like noise cancellation, stellar sound, comfortable and durable designs, every penny spent is worth it.

But if your use is essential, like listening to simple music and voice chatting, a budget pair will play the trick perfectly.

With these easy guidelines, your next headphone experience should be more pleasurable. Plus, you are now a more informed user.

 

 

Tronsmart Onyx Apex first look and unboxing. #Tronsmart #OnyxApex

The tronsmart Onyx Apex is the latest earbuds on offer from the company. Today we take a quick look and show you their latest offering and we will be keeping this short like our new Shorts section on You Tube  as always any questions feel free to ask and comment below and on our social media where we gladly answer all questions as we do on You Tube..

Features

  • Active noise cancelling technology.
  • Advanced Qualcomm QCC3040 chip.
  • High quality Qualcomm® aptX™ audio decoding.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 technology for better stability and compatibility.
  • 2 microphones each with cVc 8.0 technology for ultra-clear calls.
  • Customized 10mm driver unit for deeper bass.
  • Over 24 hours of playtime with charging case.
  • 10 mins charging for 1-hour use.
  • Support voice assistant.

Buy 

Ireland: The No.1 Spot For IT Goals & Success!

Ireland’s tech sector has a lot to look forward to! Yes, sure, we can look upon the accelerated rate of technology due to the global situation that took hold in early 2020, but that would be to overlook an already very advanced tech sector. As it stands, Ireland is the number two global leader when it comes to exporting computer and IT services. Ireland is ideally suited to serve the world’s IT and PC needs in large part due to a skilled workforce, an appealing corporate tax structure, and a very welcoming economy.  These enticing attributes have made the big players sit up and pay attention, so much so that eight of the top ten major international IT companies have set up shop in Ireland. Ireland’s IT sector reads like the who’s of technology. There’s Apple, Microsoft, IBM, HP and Intel. These hard hitters have been joined by more recent and worthy additions such as Twitter, eBay, PayPal, Amazon,  LinkedIn, Facebook and Google. If this list of IT powerhouses doesn’t cement Ireland’s status as a global leader in IT, AI and all-round technology, then what does?

Ireland: beyond expectations

Ireland isn’t just the European centre of high-brow technological IT sectors, it’s also one of the big data players for Adobe, MSN, Google, Microsoft and IBM. And if anyone knows anything about big data, is that it’s not just a driving force for third party interests, but it’s become instrumental in the  way that businesses conduct their marketing procedures these days. The extent of Ireland’s IT sector is extensive to say the least, to the point that it’s attracting gaming companies to Ireland and resulting in companies forming part of the FTSE 100 and tech investors who see Ireland’s global fin financial capacity. Prominent players include the likes of Jolt, Riot Games, Zynga, PopCap, DemonWare, Havok, Big Fish and everyone’s favourite – EA Games.   And that’s the thing; Ireland’s ability to host the quintessential players in the IT sector doesn’t just place it ahead of the curb, it also makes it an appealing s and any one with good, proper and decent IT-related aspirations. After all, the only way that the economy can grow is by way of new and dynamic ideas that are sure to take off. Luckily Ireland has established itself as a breeding ground for tech ideas – some might even call it an incubating chamber for technology or a tech foetus as it seems to birth and keep on giving. Feeding into the need for multinationals and start-ups alike to make Ireland their home is the fact that the Irish workforce is formidable to say the least. The big cheese players have settled here because they recognise true talent when they see it and this entails a level of high education, which in turn leads to a very functional workforce,  which ultimately lends itself to the that good old Irish ‘can do’ spirit. 

Ireland packs a punch!

The amazing thing about Ireland is its multidimensional appeal –  most summed up by youthful (at the time) Irish captains of industry who elected to rather stay in the homeland and build their companies at home despite the economic and intellectually appealing factors of the locals. Many  successful tech people have made it clear that Ireland is the way forward, going on to espouse the benefits of start-ups – made clear by those like Nikki Lannen, CEO of mobile gaming company Warducks, who took full advantage of the initial era of social gaming, characterised by Facebook, Angry Birds and notable others in the digital stream of success and unlikelihood.

Singapore Cybersecurity Firm Launches World’s First AI-Embedded Solid-State Drive #AI #Tech

SINGAPORE cybersecurity firm Flexxon has launched the world’s first solid-state drive (SSD) embedded with artificial intelligence (AI) data security. 

As the “last line of defence” to protect data at the hardware level, the SSD is able to guard against both remote and physical attacks, boasting a range of features including temperature sensors to detect unusual movements that occur.

In the event of such an incursion, the device – also known as X-PHY – will alert the user via email and lock itself to prevent any physical tampering. Users may then unlock the device via a dynamic authentication process. For clients with high security needs, such as the military, data may be automatically wiped should the device fall into the wrong hands.

Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister-in-charge of Singapore’s Smart Nation Initiative Vivian Balakrishnan said that the innovation was a “breakthrough” and a significant step in increasing security and safety for end users, having put AI into the firmware layer of an SSD.

Congratulating Flexxon on its new product, Dr Balakrishnan – who was the guest-of-honour at the launch – also called on similar companies to include research institutes, universities and the private sector to enhance local research and development efforts in AI.

“In Singapore, we want to become more than just smart consumers or buyers of applications and hardware. We want to become a nation of innovators, makers and creators,” he said.

The product, currently in trials with government agencies, medical and industrial clients, has not been made available to the public. Flexxon said it plans to cater to businesses by September this year and hopes to raise enough funds to produce the device for the mass consumer market by early 2022.

Said Camellia Chan, founder and chief executive officer of Flexxon: “With innovations like the X-PHY, we will be better equipped to leverage on the benefits of technology while safeguarding ourselves against rising cyber threats.”

Airgo Smart Fan – The Summer Home and Office must have. #GeoSmartPro #Tech #Home #Office

Over the past month UK and Ireland has had to adapt to a completely new way of life and for many, this has meant moving their workplace out of offices and into the home.

Many of us have been transforming lounge areas, spare rooms, kitchens and conservatories into an office. However, one problem can be as the temperature increases it can be hard to keep cool whilst working without the luxury of air conditioning.

Available online and on Amazon, the AirGo smart fan, the first of its kind, is packed full of features designed to help users cope with hot conditions.

Before the working day begins, users can set the fan to a schedule to cool the room beforehand. It can also be controlled from the free GeoSmartPro app so users can create automations based on the temperature or simply change speeds at the touch of a button – even midway through a conference call.

Features include:

App Automation –allows users to automate the fan’s actions and triggers according to their preferences. For example, if the area you are in gets too hot the fan will automatically kick in as the temperature raises above your preferred set limit. The fan uses WiFi to source and follow temperatures.

Schedule – allows users to set the fan to turn on and off at set times. So, if you want your room cool before you start work you can set the fan to come on an hour or so before you get to your desk.

 Timer – users can set it for up to eight hours, ideal for hotter nights

 Mode – users can choose between 3 modes, one of which mimics nature’s air flow to ensure a controlled and calming breeze, giving you a feeling of sitting outdoors.

Speed –the fan can be set to low, medium or high fan speed depending on your preferences.

Noise reduction technology – AirGo smart fan is one of the quietest fans on the market and has been awarded with the Quiet Mark, meaning no more disturbed nights through fan sounds.

GeoSmartPro’s AirGo Smart Fan is also compatible with voice assistants Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

The AirGo Smart Fan is available for £109.99 from Amazon.co.uk and https://www.geosmartpro.com/airgo.

See our review HERE

Face Off Against Death’s Army in the Thrilling New Horror FPS KINGDOM of the DEAD. #Gaming

Indie developer DIRIGO Games is thrilled to announce KINGDOM of the DEAD, an action packed new horror themed First Person Shooter coming to PC via Steam in early 2022.

KINGDOM of the DEAD blends old school FPS action with unique black and white pen and ink style visuals to create a terrifying gameplay world where players wage war in a deadly battle against Death’s ever growing army.

 

East Coast America, 19th Century. 

Agent Chamberlain, a professor turned Army General, now works for a secret government program known as GATEKEEPER. Their primary purpose is to defeat the newly empowered Death and his ever-growing army of the dead.

After the war, Death’s army swelled with new recruits from both sides. His newfound power allowed him to begin an offensive against a weakened overworld. Even now, he stages a covert invasion as he masses his monsters in the shadows of the city. As they prepare to rise up from hell and break through from the deepest wells, pits and crypts, only you, Agent Chamberlain, can find their exits and stop the spawn from entering your world.

Features of KINGDOM of the DEAD:

  • Unique black & white, hand drawn visuals.
  • Classic FPS gameplay with different objectives at each difficulty level.
  • Hunt the undead hordes across remote locations along the US East Coast.
  • Equip 8 weapons and go toe to toe with over 22 undead enemies and face old school bosses.
  • Switch up your gameplay experience with a customizable colour palette and cheat code access.
  • Test your mettle and face off against a never-ending onslaught in the endless gameplay mode.

KINGDOM of the DEAD will be released for PC in early 2022 and fans can wishlist the game now on the official Steam page. For more information join the conversation on social media on Twitter and Reddit.

URBANISTA LOS ANGELES – THE WORLD’S FIRST SELF-CHARGING HEADPHONES ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER

Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, are pleased to announce that the world’s first self-charging solar powered, wireless active noise cancelling headphones, Urbanista Los Angeles, are now available for pre-order at www.urbanista.com/losangeles in Midnight Black and previously unannounced new colourway; Sand Gold. 

Urbanista Los Angeles brings a rare leap in headphone technology innovation to the market with a product that is designed to revolutionise your listening experience. With Urbanista Los Angeles, for the first time ever, you can experience virtually unlimited playtime with solar charging. Los Angeles never stops charging when exposed to light, both outdoors and indoors, providing a nonstop audio experience.

Enhance Your Experience with the Urbanista Mobile App 

To allow customers to get the most out of their product experience with Los Angeles, Urbanista are set to launch their mobile companion app. The app will provide information on how to get the most out of the product’s playtime, including visual indications of solar charge levels and usage. Available for both iOS and Android users, the app will also allow the users to customise the headphones controls, and will later become available for other products in the Urbanista range. 

Urbanista Los Angeles
Urbanista Los Angeles
Urbanista Los Angeles

Anders Andreen, CEO, comments: “We’re really excited to announce the pre-order of Urbanista Los Angeles. The response to the launch earlier this spring has been nothing short of amazing, it’s obvious that this kind of headphone technology is a welcome shift in the industry. It has also been an important step forward for us to launch our Urbanista mobile companion app. The app will be available when the product ships and will really enhance the innovative features of Los Angeles, making the interaction with the self charging element effortless and engaging. We also have some impressive features in development, which we will look to launch in the near future.”

Priced at GBP 169 / SEK 1999 / EUR 199 / USD 199 / NOK 1999 / DKK 1499 MSRP, Los Angeles is available in two stylish colours: Midnight Black and Sand Gold.

Urbanista Los Angeles is now available for pre-order at www.urbanista.com/losangeles

Watch the full Urbanista Los Angeles “A New Dawn” campaign film and enter the dawn of a new era of solar powered headphones: 

Urbanista Los Angeles Key Features

  • Virtually infinite playtime
  • Always charging when exposed to light, both outdoors and indoors
  • 80 hours of battery reserve
  • Hybrid active noise cancelling
  • Ambient sound mode
  • On-ear detection
  • USB type-C charging
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • Siri and Google Assistant
  • Compatible with iOS, Android and Windows
  • Urbanista Mobile App Compatible
  • Available in Midnight Black (Black) and Sand Gold (Gold) 

Contra Returns – Launches on mobiles devices this summer. #Gaming #ContraReturns

Contra Returns, a new addition to the legendary KONAMI run-and-gun action franchise Contra, is available for pre-registration on mobile devices starting today. Developed by TiMi Studio Group and KONAMI, Contra Returns will be bringing a fresh twist to the iconic retro arcade shooter. Players can pre-register on Google Play and the Apple Store today to gain exclusive rewards. Contra Returns will be launching in North America on July 26 and coming soon in Europe.

 

Contra Returns brings fans of the franchise an authentic new take on the Contra series, enhanced with all new graphics, gameplay upgrades, and more. New characters, storylines and customizable weapons allow players to unlock skills and conquer the battlefield with the same thrill of the arcade originals. Contra Returns offers over 200 levels, new game modes including One Life Mode, 1v1, and 3v3 modes, player and equipment upgrades and customization, and more, creating the ultimate Contra experience!

For more information on Contra Returns, visit https://www.contrareturnsm.com/en/