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Jabra launches the Speak 750. Powers Your Meetings from Anywhere with Seamless Premium Sound. #Jabra #Tech #JabraSpeak750

Jabra, the leader in personal sound as well as office solutions, announces the next model in its portfolio of professional speakerphone solutions – the Speak 750. The new addition to the Speak series is engineered to support conferencing needs in the ‘new normal’, elevating meeting room experiences no matter what shape they take. The premium audio system is able to pick up sounds seamlessly, allowing everyone in the room to speak and be heard simultaneously even while social distancing, while the portability of the device means it can turn any area into a meeting room within a matter of seconds.

Owing to full duplex (allowing natural communication in both directions), the Speak 750 ensures both sides of the conversation are being transmitted at the same time. This mean that conversations are able to flow as they would in person, helping elevate audio experience and mitigating any worries of missed important information. With fewer interruptions and better conversations businesses can enjoy more effective collaborations, while boosting UC adoption through enhancement of sound.

 

Plug-and-play for instant collaboration

According to research, 10% of the average 60-min meeting is being wasted on technical difficulties[1]. Thanks to the plug-and-play capabilities of the Speak 750, businesses can achieve connectivity instantly through plug-and-play to a laptop, smartphone or tablet via   USB and/or Bluetooth.

The Speak 750 is not limited to just one device either, as it can pair with up to eight devices and can connect to two devices at the same time – enabling peak connectivity at all times.

The versatility doesn’t stop there as the Speak 750 Microsoft Teams variant, certified for Microsoft Teams, has a dedicated Microsoft Teams button which allows instant connection to colleagues. Notifications alert users when it’s time to join a call or when someone is trying to reach them. Tapping the button takes users directly into an ongoing Microsoft Teams call so the connection to colleagues will always be just a click away.

The Speak 750 UC variant is compatible with all leading Unified Communications platforms and has a Smart Button that can be programmed for Siri, Google Assistant or Speed dial.

Nigel Dunn, Managing Director, Jabra EMEA North, said, “As the world of work changes, collaboration continues to remain a key priority for global businesses. The Jabra Speak 750 is suited to every meeting room scenario imaginable and takes flexible working to the next level – whether it’s a socially distanced call in an office room or a make-shift conference in your living room, the premium quality full duplex setting makes calls easy and collaboration simple.” 

 

Key features and specifications

  • Plug-and-play connectivity to PC Softphone/UC systems via USB cable or Bluetooth adaptor
  • Full duplex audio offers fewer interruptions, better conversations and a more effective collaboration
  • Easy Bluetooth connectivity to smartphones and tablets
  • Wireless range of up to 30 metres (between speakerphone and Bluetooth Adapter) – up to 10 metres (between speakerphone and smartphone/tablet)
  • For the Microsoft Teams variant, interact with the dedicated Microsoft Teams Button for seamless collaboration.
  • For the UC variant, integrate your smartphone digital assistant using, Siri or Google Assistant or customise your Speak 750 for speed dial using Jabra Direct Software
  • Seamless integration and call control with leading UC system’s/PC softphones
  • Hi-Fi grade speaker for outstanding voice, music and multimedia experience
  • Digital Signal Processing technology gives crystal clear sound without echoes or distorted sounds
  • Up to 11 hours battery life
  • Wireless linking option with an extra Speak 750 device for full stereo and true immersive sound for calls and music
  • Omni-directional microphone for 360⁰ pickup range

 

Pricing and availability: 

Available from authorised Jabra resellers. Jabra Speak 750: £255 MSRP

Find out more at www.jabra.co.uk/speak750

Clean and charge devices with the QDOS 2-in-1 UV sanitiser with Qi wireless charging #QDOS #UV #Tech

QDOS, a leader in screen and smartphone protection, today reveals the latest product in its award-winning range: The UV Sanitiser, a handy 2-in-1 UV sanitiser and Qi wireless charger. Not only does the QDOS UV Sanitiser eliminate up to 99.99% of common surface bacteria from smartphones, tech devices and accessories, Qi functionality means users can also charge their smartphone simultaneously.

With the current situation, it has become increasingly important to sanitise regularly. As summer draws to a close and we head into the autumn/winter season, it’s inevitable that we’ll see an increase of cold and flu viruses. With devices such as smartphones being a notorious carrier for germs consumers are now, more than ever, looking for solutions to conveniently keep their gear bacteria free.

 

 

The QDOS UV Sanitiser makes disinfecting tech and accessories effortless. Devices such as iPhones, smartphones (up to 6.7”) earbuds, fitness trackers and much more will fit easily into its spacious compartment. Simply close the lid and choose from a rapid three-minute clean or a more intense ten-minute sterilisation. At the click of a button, UV-C light safely eliminates up to 99.99% of common surface bacteria.

 

What’s more this clever 2-in-1 device also allows users to quickly charge their wireless enabled gadgets with fast and secure wireless charging. Users simply place their smartphone on top of the device to charge while disinfecting their most used possessions simultaneously. Additionally, a USB-A output port means multiple devices can be charged using standard cables. A handy LED indicator lets users know when sterilising and charging are complete.

 

Susan Lazareff, Managing Director, QDOS, said: “Our heritage at QDOS has always been in providing consumers with the best solutions for what they need right now. The UV Sanitiser is our next extension of this. We know for many consumers that keeping devices clean and charged is now more important than ever and we are thrilled to offer a convenient, seamless and affordable solution.” 

Specifications 

UV-C light sterilisation (245nm&185mn) eliminates up to 99.99% of common surface bacteria

  • Offers two sterilisation modes: 3-minute rapid clean to eliminate up to 99.9% of common surface bacteria or 10-minute intensive sterilisation
  • An automatic safety features switches off UV light when opened
  • Fast and secure Qi wireless charging (5W, 7,5W, Max 10W)
  • Includes 1xUSB-C port for charging the UV sanitiser from mains power and 1xUSB-A to port charge additional devices

QDOS UV Sanitiser is available now from QDOS  for £59.99.

First look and impressions. The Google Pixel 4a #GooglePixel4a #Tech #MadeByGoogle #Pixel4a

Apple recently launched the iPhone SE and One Plus Nord which are affordable phones to give a nice twist to the market, I have been saying it a while now there is no need for 1000 euro phones and the pixel 4a is a new device to throw a spanner in the works for Android and iOS smartphones falling into that price category. I have been using the device for two days and so far impressed.

Having used pixel devices as main device since they came to fruition this years model model will certainly be following that trend given it is a smaller device for my liking it will take a day or two to adjust but I typically carry two mobile phones with me all times which is a pain but it is what it is. The Pixel 4a has a small footprint yet almost bezelless top and chin this time with its sides too, The device goes on sale for €389 which really puts it up to Apple and chinese manufacturers especially One Plus which we see nothing but praise for oddly enough I have yet to test one to give my honest opinion on the device.

Image taken with pixel 4a portrait mode

 

The device comes with a squared camera hump on the back like and not a silly array of camera lenses which for me now is getting silly looking as to whom has the most on the rear of their smartphone,having said that some look well and some look stupid. Google have a clean simple design here which for me is fine and keeping the design language the same as before.

This is not a review as you cant really review a phone in two days and i will have a better summarized  review in a week or two but for the last two days of use it has been impressive with speed and in particular its camera as expected,given I am a power user the battery life is again going to be the main talk coming in at 3140 mAh which is considered small in today’s world but given the size of the phone it is to be expected. The device learns from your usage over time however and we will see how this pans out with more usage which again is another reason for not being able to give a real conclusion of the device like any other over a two day use period. See our video and image sample HERE

 

The camera set up is a 12.2 dual pixel E+OIS with 7X zoom 77 degrees fov and the front camera is 8mp fixed focus with an 84 degree fov. The screen ratio is 5.81 inch 19.5.9 aspect ratio with a 443 ppi count 1080×430 always on display on an OLED display. You get 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage which is a real sweet spot and a Qualcomm snapdragon 730G processor and you get an 18W fast charger in the box and no earbuds or case.. Again we have stereo speakers which I love and overall so far the device has performed well and no issues as yet but as mentioned will have more later as I will put my main sim on board.

So far I have loaded most of my apps on the device connected to smartwatches a dashcam several security cameras, since covid I have been using many more apps than I usually would so it means more loading on the device and all is well but check out the video below for more samples. Any questions hit us up in the meantime. For now once again In short the pixel 4a is a cohesive device that gives great results with the camera giving you the best point and shoot results almost every time.

10 things to know about Pixel 4a

 

1

The helpful Google phone at a helpful price

 Meet Pixel 4a, the helpful Google phone at a helpful price. It comes packed with the things that you want most in a phone. You can take great photos, even if the lighting isn’t right. It can even capture the Milky Way.1 (Yes, that Milky Way.) It has an Adaptive Battery that lasts up to 24 hours. And with the new Google Assistant, you get the help that you need, fast. Pixel 4a comes with all this and more, for a lot less than you’d expect. 
2

Beautifully designed. From the inside, out.

 

 Your apps will look great on Pixel 4a’s 5.8″ bezel-less, OLED display. It goes from edge to edge so that you can fully immerse yourself in your videos and apps. The front-facing camera is embedded within the display (take a look at the new wallpaper collection called ‘For fun’). Plus, it has a 3.5 mm headphone jack, 128 GB of storage4 and 6 GB of RAM.
3

Rich photos at a modest price.

 Get incredible photos without paying a ridiculous price. The Pixel 4a camera has your favourite features, such as Live HDR+, dual exposure controls, Night Sight with astrophotography, social share, portrait mode and Super Res Zoom. 
4

Goes from breakfast to bed.

 Pixel 4a’s battery lasts up to 24 hours. It adapts to the way that you use your favourite apps, and reduces power to the ones that you rarely use. So you can swipe and stream to your heart’s content. In addition, the fast-charging battery is designed to get you back to the things that you love quickly.
5

A little help with your daily tasks.

 Let your Pixel help out with the little things so that you can do more of what you love. It has the new Google Assistant to help you to control your phone, send texts and even search within apps. It also has the exclusive Recorder app, which automatically transcribes speech and lets you search across your audio recordings.
6

Rest assured.

 Get the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your phone is working to keep you and your belongings safe. Pixel 4a is protected by the Titan M security chip and receives guaranteed updates for at least three years.
7

The best of Android accessibility on Pixel

 You can find the best of Android accessibility features on Pixel, developed together with the disability community. And now, Live Caption on Pixel has gotten even better and works on phone calls too. Plus, Pixel has all the other Android accessibility features that you know and love, such as Voice Access, Live Transcribe and more.

 

8

Comes with the best of Google.

 With Pixel, you get the best of Google services to try out. This includes

YouTube Premium trial for three months, Google One for three months and Google Play Pass for three months. Plus, unlimited photo and video storage in high quality with Google Photos.
9

Your Pixel just got more helpful.

 Your Pixel gets a periodic boost of helpfulness and security with feature drops. They’re automatic software updates that send new features, tricks and apps to your phone, making it better and more helpful as time goes on. Everything happens over the air, so you get the new-phone feeling without needing to get a new phone.
10

Enhance the Pixel experience. 

 Get compatible Pixel 4a accessories from Google or choose from over 20 Made for Google brands offering 75+ compatible accessories. Add some colour with Pixel 4a fabric cases, with a soft outer fabric made from over 70% recycled material. The machine-washable fabric is soft to the touch and stays stylish over time. Google Pixel Buds bring you brilliant sound, clear calls and hands-free help from the Google Assistant. Accessories provide personalisation, audio, power and more to your phone. 

 

 

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NESTLUMS released TODAY & ALREADY TRENDING on APP STORE – to TEACH KIDS THE VALUE OF MONEY. #Nestlums #Finance #Cashless

Nestlums – an innovative app to teach children about the working of money in our virtually cashless, digital world, where it may seem invisible to them –  launched today and is already trending on the App Store and has been for us on site too which is really great news for the company.

Wayne Travis (Creative Director of a  leading fintech company, Thought Machine) and his team mates, as parents concerned about their young kids limited understanding of money in our increasingly cashless digital world, decided to create an app to teach them the essentials, in the form of a game so enchanting they will be begging to keep on playing and learning:
Neslums is a new mobile app which offers modern money training for children through a unique, character-driven, gamified experience, without connecting to a bank account or touching any real money.
The modern digital world presents new challenges in teaching children about money. Research released today by Thought Machine shows that in 1 in 4 UK families, a child had made an unauthorised purchase online. When it came to parents teaching their children about financial literacy, 80% believe it is important that their child learns financial literacy concepts from an early age. Although 1 in 3 parents said that they were unsure their child currently has the necessary understanding of financial literacy concepts for their age.
The release of the research coincides with the launch of Nestlums, a new mobile app created by Cauldron in partnership with BAFTA nominated game developers Glitchers. The app offers modern money training for children through a unique, character-driven, gamified experience, without connecting to a bank account or touching any real money. The Nestlums team hope the app can provide tangible support in building financial understanding, especially where digital money is concerned.
“We know that getting to grips with money can be hard for kids, especially as it becomes increasingly less visible in the modern world. My seven year old daughter barely has a clue what’s going on when I tap my card in a shop!”explains Wayne Travis, Creative Director from Cauldron. “With the growing prevalence of virtual currencies and the rise of the dreaded in-app purchase, we wanted to reinforce the idea of earning money honestly, appreciating the value of money even if you can’t see it or touch it, and not blowing it recklessly.”
As families have been spending more time at home, it is likely children are also spending more time online. The Nestlums team hope the app can provide tangible support in building financial understanding, especially where digital money is concerned.
Nestlums can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for a one-off payment of £2.99, and features no subscription charges, in-app purchases or advertising.
For more information on Nestlums, visit: https://www.nestlums.io

Skullcandy launch the Push Ultra, Indy Evo,Indy Fuel and Sesh Evo True Wireless. #Skullcandy #TrueWireless

Skullcandy Inc., the original lifestyle audio brand, continues to dominate the true wireless earbud category with the launch of four feature-rich True Wireless earbuds –  Push Ultra, Indy Evo, Indy Fuel and Sesh Evo. Each of the new releases are jam-packed with enhanced features including high-quality audio, extended battery life and Tile™ finding technology, guaranteeing your music is never left behind.

 

“The launch of our newest True Wireless earbuds were designed to take this rapidly growing category to the next level,” said Jason Hodell, CEO of Skullcandy. “This expansion takes our best selling products and enhances them based on the feedback we’ve received from customers including improvements in battery life, connectivity, comfort and fit.   We have also added new technology features like wireless charging, solo bud use and Tile™ technology to truly offer an experience unlike any other on the market.”

 

Push Ultra is Skullcandy’s brand new listening experience within its growing Adventure Audio category – the ultimate companion for any adventure or workout. The earbud features a moldable ear hook for an ultra-secure customized fit, with a convenient Stay-Aware earbud design. Housed in a thoughtfully designed protective wireless charging case, Push Ultra is loaded with up to 40 hours of listening time (6 hours in each earbud and an additional 34 hours in the charging case).  The buds are IP67 sweatproof, waterproof and dustproof, Tile™ enabled and have full controls on each bud that allow for solo bud use.

 

“Tile’s technology helps people manage life’s everyday disruptions,” said CJ Prober, CEO of Tile. “Disappearing headphones can be inconvenient and expensive, but by expanding our partnership with Skullcandy to make their latest true wireless lineup findable, users can feel free and confident that their favourite pair of earbuds will be ready when they need them. Once activated, Tile helps users ring their earbuds, see their location on a map or employ Tile’s global network to find them.”

 

Indy gets upgraded to Indy Evo and Indy Fuel, the newest evolution of the family. Now with extended battery life, improved connectivity, enhanced fit, and Skullcandy app compatibility, this generation is even more feature-rich. Audio quality enhancements, including titanium-coated drivers and expertly crafted EQ and ambient-listening modes, deliver a premium listening experience.

 

In addition to expanding the most popular True Wireless earbud franchise, Skullcandy is also expanding its entry-level True Wireless offering with Sesh Evo. Sesh Evo makes it easier than ever to jump into True Wireless with easy setup, simple controls, and IP55-rated durability.

 

Additional details on the new features found in Skullcandy’s latest slate of True Wireless earbuds include:

 

  • PUSH ULTRA – For a zero boundary, max performance listening experience, look no further than Push Ultra. The sweat, water, and dustproof earbud that can stand up to the sweatiest endeavours and be submerged in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes.  With rapid-charging capability of 2 hours of charge in 10 minutes, Push Ultra is available for £119.99 in True Black, Electric Yellow and Bleached Blue.

 

  • INDY EVO – True freedom gets amplified with Indy Evo, the earbud that lets you take music everywhere, going totally wireless without overpriced earbuds that you’re afraid to use, lose, or both. With up to 30 hours of battery life, Indy Evo comes in Pure Mint, Chill Gray, Deep Red, and True Black and is available for £89.99.

 

  • INDY FUEL – Indy Fuel takes truly wireless to another level. On top of all the features of Indy Evo like the enhanced fit, size and call, track, and volume control, Indy Fuel also comes with a wireless charging case. Get true freedom with effortless charging, Indy Fuel is available for £109.99 in True Black.

 

  • SESH EVO – Go truly wireless and get longer listening with Sesh Evo. With improved connectivity and acoustics, and a full suite of media controls, Sesh Evo packs all the essentials into a small form factor. These earbuds have up to 24 hours of battery life, come in Bleached Blue, Pure Mint, Deep Red and True Black and are available for £59.99.

Tech Review – The Groov-e Ultra headphones with Wireless charging. #Headphones #Tech

Groov-e is a brand that brings affordable tech to the masses and does not dip on quality either for the price bracket, their latest headphones have just dropped and I have been testing these out for some time now and for the money if you like a little bass and super easy to use controls these are worth a look. Comfort is another factor here with soft cups that give great isolation off the bat.

Mostly made with plastic they do feel a bit cheap but light but overall you cant complain they deliver a nice tone of sound mostly being deep and with bass with 40mm drivers they are loud and pleasing overall no matter what you might listen to be it music, Netflix or You Tube also to note there’s no lag latency. What I love most on these it the controls which you will see in the video below and how easy they are to use, none of this double triple tap rubbish to change tracks and volume etc. You get around 30 hours of music playback and you can of course opt in for a wired connection should you run out but these also come with wireless charging which you don’t see at this price, Simply placed on a wireless charger and you are good to go. Wireless charging with the Apollo light is one example and lives at my bedside locker and is designed to be as easy as possible. Users simply place compatible devices on the 5w charging pad to start powering up the battery immediately.

Apollo’s light utilises three LED modes; warm, warm white and cool white enabling the user to tailor the light tone as required. Whilst, a dimmer function means the brightness can be adjusted up or down too. For those that like tunes before bed or to get them through the working day – Apollo also has an integrated Bluetooth speaker.

  •  Bluetooth Connectivity
  •  30Hrs Wireless Audio Playback
  •  Voice Assistant
  •  Hands-Free Microphone
  •  Removable Audio Cable

 

  •  Supports Wireless Charging
  •  Super Bass
  •  Soft Ear Pads
  •  Folding Design

35 Quid folks you cant complain..  BUY HERE