The Smile Jamaica Wireless 2 are the latest on offer from the company that has the environment in mind which is a good thing and not only that you do no shed features due to materials used nor quality either. We have checked out several of the brands earbuds and recently the REDEMPTION ANC which are a fantastic pair of earbuds if you fancy spending some more for a tradional pair of truw wireless without the cables,these do have a cable but still deliver with everthing you would expect from a pair with none, they look great and stand out with the colour scheme too and I am a fan of this.
When it comes to functions they are all present which again is great,many earbuds that come with inline controls lack in this department but not here, we go through the process in the video review below on what you get. Overal the sound is great,crisp and clear with their signature bass tone too,there is no app but it is not needed, There was no lag latency either noted during my testing period and overall the sound is quite good and better than expected for the price commanded here. If you are in the market for this kind of true wireless these should be on the list .
PRODUCT FEATURES
Materials:FSC certified wood and recyclable aluminium
9-hour battery life with USB-C quick charge technology (15 minutes = 2 hours playtime)
IPX4 rating for sweat-proof and weather-resistant design.
Microphone with 3-button control offers remote functionality for calls and music
Tangle-resistant, durable braided cable made of 99% post-consumer plastic fibres.
Bluetooth® 5.0
Two size ear gels (S, M)
Available in three colourways; Copper, Signature Black and Rasta
SKU: EM-JE113
RRP: £29.99
Smile Jamaica Wireless 2 are available now on www.thehouseofmarley.co.uk, Amazon, HMV and select retailers nationwide.
Edifier have sent us out their latest gaming earbuds and True Wireless to check out here at techbuzz, The TWS 6 is their latest true wireless on offer and the GM3SE are for the gamers so we have something for everyone here today, We go through the features on offer and you can ask questions whilst we check them out in the next week or two..
The TWS6
The IPX5 water resistance will protect the earbuds against sweat or rain, making these the perfect partner for a gym workout. The interchangeable earplugs come in three different designs – foam, silica and ear wings – for maximum comfort. Varying sizes of each provide the user with an excellent and stable fit for prolonged and secure wear.
The TWS6 provides up to eight hours of playback in a single charge, and the efficiently designed, 22mm charging case is easily portable. The case allows for three extra charges, totalling 32 hours of use between mains charging.
With a detachable omni-direction microphone and in-line microphone the gaming chat and call quality is excellent. The dual moving coils with dual vibration driver units produce immersive and deep bass whilst gaming or streaming video. The earphones also come complete with arc shaped ear wings for added comfort and stability and ear tips in various sizes for optimum fit. The multi-use inline control allows you to adjust the volume, mute microphone function, answer calls and play / pause and skip audio tracks. *Control functions will vary dependant on operating system.
The GM3SE are manufactured from premium materials and feature a CNC machined cover with coloured accents. A generous 1.3m cable provides enough length to allow freedom of movement when in use. Available at £34.99 the GM3SE are an excellent quality in ear gaming headphone.
The Jabra Elite Active 75t and Elite 75t in-ear true wireless earbuds are now available with wireless charging. This will allow users to charge their earbuds by simply placing the case on the charger*. Jabra has developed the wireless charging variant of the Elite 75t range so that users are no longer restricted by low battery levels. The wireless charging capabilities are not only convenient but also practical, as users have the choice to charge their earbuds as they wish.
Many users are always on the go, which creates a need for the availability of fast and extended charging solutions. The new wireless charging variants are the same in looks and features as their non-wireless charging counterparts and can be charged both via a charging pad, or via the USB-C cable – offering double the options to charge up your earbuds. Both the Elite Active 75t and the Elite 75t come with up to 7.5 hours battery life, extending to 28 hours with the charging case, allowing users to totally immerse in calls or music for hours on end.
The new wireless charging variants of the Elite 75t range are a testament to Jabra’s commitment to expanding its true wireless offerings. With multiple colours, wireless charging, as well as Active and non-Active versions to choose from, the Elite 75t earbud range is set to provide a choice for any user.
All variants of the Elite Active 75t and Elite 75t now include MySound, a feature that enables automated hearing tests for users to calibrate their earbuds to their own unique hearing profile. MyControls is now also available, which gives users the option to personalise the button use of the earbuds. This means the ‘Next Track’ and ‘Previous Track’, or Mute on/off functions can be moved from the left to right earbud, or fitted to personal taste.
Calum MacDougall, SVP at Jabra, said: “The award-winning Elite range is a testament to Jabra’s engineering expertise, proving our commitment to creating the best user experience in the market. We are so excited to take this further by incorporating wireless charging.
“We wanted to provide our busy, on the go users with practical and convenient charging options. Instead of being bogged down by low battery levels, our users now have the choice to charge their earbuds as they please.”
Jabra Elite Active 75t key features and specifications:
Compact earbuds, tested for a secure active fit with optimal noise isolation
Up to 7.5 hours battery life, and 28 hours with the charging case
4-microphone technology for crystal-clear calls in every environment
Wireless charging enabled (wireless charger not included)
Customisable equaliser in the Jabra Sound+ App makes your music sound even betterIP57-rated durability and 2-year warranty against dust and sweat
One-touch access to Siri® and Google AssistantTM Jabra MyControls to define button settings and Jabra MySound for individualised sound
Jabra Elite Active 75t Pricing and availability Jabra Elite Active 75t wireless charging are now available in selected retailers, MSRP £209.99. The wireless charging earbuds are available in two colours: Navy and Grey
Compact new earbud shape tested for comfort and secure fit
4-microphone call technology for superior calls wherever you are
Up to 7.5 hours battery, up to 28 hours with the charging case
Wireless charging enabled (wireless charger not included)
Customisable equaliser in the Jabra Sound+ App makes your music sound even better
IP55-rated durability and 2-year warranty against dust and water
One-touch access to Siri® and Google AssistantTM
Jabra MyControls to define button settings and Jabra MySound for individualised sound
Jabra Elite 75t Pricing and availability
Jabra Elite 75t wireless charging are now available in selected retailers, MSRP £189.99. The wireless charging earbuds are available in two colours: Black and Titanium Black
Google Pixel buds go on sale today in Ireland for €199 and I have been testing these out for a week, given I own a pretty large collection of TWS earbuds in all shapes and sizes and including strange cases which is fine it is nice to have a variety and to see what is on offer but the latest offering from Google the new pixel buds 2 is something different, That begins with the matte white finish case,I can’t let go of it,it is shaped like an egg and is robust with 2 LED lights and comes with wireless charging and then the buds which look like mints in your ears but so what, they deliver in all respects..
Pairing to your smartphone is simple and there is an app and the app is also a great feature underpinning their functionality giving you choice on how to use them,it is an excellent app with great visuals for those who are not tech savvy on how to control the buds and this I really like and something we should see more of in the future.In fact it was the most enjoyable set up app I have used in a long time. The only thing missing from the app is an EQ setting but to be honest you do not really need it here.
The buds themselves are small and light and fit really well in the ears you will forget they are there after a few minutes but they fit tightly and snug and there is extra tips to suit all ears so it is a matter of finding the right size for you, they do offer some noise isolating too from the get go but you also get adaptive sound and in ear detection too.
Controls are simple swipe gestures which you will need a few minutes to get use to due to the small footprint of the surface just like many other earbuds out there but once you get use to it you will be a pro in no time getting the commands right.. We take a look at this in the video and you have all the controls you need,volume,skip,reverse track,play and pause and manage calls and of course you have google assistant on tap here too. Lost your pixel buds ?? No problem
When it comes to sound these really shine,better than expected,the pixel buds have 12 mm dynamic speakers, I did not check the previous pair out so can’t say if they are better but if you just happen to pick these up you will not be dissapointed, I test many earbuds and these really did deliver with all my usual testing tracks,You Tube and Netflix and also great on calls with beamforming microphones that focus on your voice, plus a voice accelerometer to detect the vibrations of your jawbone . No lag latency noticed either… Well balanced is the best word to sum them up.
One thing I also love with these is the option to respond notifications without touching your phone, example I use WhatsApp and Messenger alot and if I get a message I am notified by voice on the earbuds and can listen to it and also respond via the earbuds by voice,this is truly a great feature and saves time.. Also you can get real-time translations right in your ear should you wish say on holidays for example. If you are on the go they come with an IPX4 rating so you are good to go for activities outdoors and so on again helpful and no need to get your phone out.
Should you buy these? Yes if you are in the market for a new pair of earbuds get them, There is too much banging on about Airpods that are overpriced and simply not worth the money and there is better out there for less.
TEN THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE PIXEL BUDS
1
Brilliant sound, all around
With custom-designed 12 mm dynamic speaker drivers, Google Pixel Buds deliver rich, high-quality audio. A unique hybrid acoustic design combines the best of in-ear and earbud styles. The eartips gently seal the ears to isolate loud outside noises and deliver powerful sound. The spatial vents reduce that plugged-ear feeling, and let through just the right amount of environmental sound so that you can stay aware.
2
Iconic design
Pixel Buds were designed to sit almost flush with the ears for a low-profile look, so they’re not easily knocked out when putting on a hat or removing a jacket, and you can wear earrings without worry. The charging case is small and pocketable. Soft and smooth, it even doubles up as the ultimate fidget toy. Pixel Buds come in Clearly White.
3
Comfortable and secure fit
Because everyone’s ears are shaped differently, we scanned thousands of ears to create a design that’s comfortable for as many people as possible. Eartips in three sizes ensure that your earbuds can be customised to best fit your unique ear shape. Each earbud’s stabiliser arc gently tucks into the ear, and together with the soft-fit eartip, helps Pixel Buds to stay put securely and comfortably, even when you’re exercising.
4
Clear calls, anywhere
Each earbud has dual beamforming microphones that focus on your voice, and a voice accelerometer to detect the vibrations of your jawbone when you’re talking. These features help you to sound crystal clear on calls, even in noisy and windy conditions, such as when you’re running or cycling.1
5
Adaptive Sound
Adaptive Sound dynamically and subtly adjusts the volume as you move between quiet and noisy environments, so you don’t have to constantly raise or lower the volume. This comes in handy if you’re moving from the quiet of your home or office to somewhere noisy, such as a city street, a busy café or public transport.2 Adaptive Sound adjusts for sustained noise, rather than one-off background noise, to ensure a non-disruptive listening experience. And if you manually adjust the volume, Adaptive Sound will be temporarily disabled to respect your settings.
6
“Hey Google”
Talk to the Google Assistant hands-free to start your workout music, continue a podcast, or send a quick reply – just say “Hey Google” or touch and hold either earbud while you speak.3
7
Real-time translation
Get real-time translation right in your ear while using a Pixel or Android 6.0+ phone.4 Say “Hey Google, help me speak Japanese” to start a conversation. Whether you’re finding your way around foreign countries or connecting with multilingual family and friends during the festive season, you can easily understand and be understood.
8
Touch controls
Important controls are a touch away, so you don’t have to pull out your phone. Tap your earbud once to play/pause, twice to skip, three times to rewind, or swipe to adjust the volume. Controls are identical on both earbuds, making gestures easy to remember.
9
Water- and sweat-resistant
Google Pixel Buds are water and sweat-resistant, so rainy days and sweaty workouts are no problem.5
10
Battery life and wireless charging
Get five hours of listening time on a single charge, and 24 hours with the case. A 10-minute charge in the case gives you two hours of listening time, and an hour in the case will give you a full charge.6 Google Pixel Buds is Qi-certified, so you can easily charge them without reaching for a cable. Just place the case on a compatible wireless charging pad.7
Google provided us with the Pixel Buds and we did not get any compensation for our review they are also seeing this review for the first time and had no copy approval.
JAM Audio today announced the release of the TWS Athlete and TWS Exec true wireless earbuds, two affordable everyday options designed to deliver truly wireless freedom from active workouts to business on-the-go.
Free from wires, free from worries, TWS Athlete and TWS Exec true wireless earbuds provide total freedom and isolation from the noises around you. Each new release to JAM Audio’s true wireless collection of under £100 earbuds deliver a full set of features to prove you don’t need to spend a fortune to get professional, true wireless freedom.
“Featuring our first ear hook design as well as our first stem design, we are excited to expand our true wireless family with the TWS Athlete and TWS Exec by offering an affordable true wireless option for both athletes and professionals,” explains John Mikkola, JAM Audio Director of Consumer Electronics Sales. “We know that fit is key when it comes to true wireless listening and we have listened to our customers by offering two new fit options for the budget friendly listener who is not looking to compromise style or sacrifice functionality.”
Ideal for getting your sweat on anytime, TWS Athlete features an ultra-flexible ergonomic ear hook design to ensure a secure fit that moves with you and won’t come loose when you really start moving. With an IPX5 rating, the TWS Athlete sweat-resistant materials are all-weather ready. The earbuds feature a 6-hour on-board battery life and up to 30 hours total with the charging case. The simple, one-button controls on each earbud make hands-free calling even more comfortable and convenient. Premium full-range drivers offer booming bass to get the blood pumping and keep the music flowing during even the toughest of workouts.
PRODUCT FEATURES
6+ hours of playtime, 30+ hours total with charging case
IPX5 sweat resistant and all-weather ready
Over-ear hook design for ultra-secure, comfortable fit
Designed for business, travel and everyday convenience, the TWS Exec makes workdays at home and on-the-go more professional and convenient. Dual microphones minimise ambient background noise so you can make and receive crystal-clear calls to stay focused. Rare earth neodymium magnets deliver rich, full sound, packing punchy bass, clean mids and crisp highs all while using less power and keeping the buds lightweight. The stem design form factor ensures a secure and comfortable fit to keep you moving. Intelligent touch controls and seamless pairing offer convenient functionality to take your business to the next level. The TWS Exec earbuds deliver 8 hours of on-board playtime, with up to 32 hours total with the sleek, circular charging case.
PRODUCT FEATURES
8+ hours of playtime, 32+ hours total with charging case
Dual microphones for background noise reduction and call clarity
IPX4 rating for sweat-proof and weather-resistant design
Intelligent tap touch controls
Micro USB charging
Three size ear tips (S, M, L)
Bluetooth® 5.0
SKU: HX-EP625
RRP £69.99
TWS Athlete and TWS Exec are available now at uk.jamaudio.com, Amazon and select retailers nationwide.
RHA has announced a second generation of its award-winning TrueConnect true wireless earbuds. With a 44-hour battery life, powerful and immersive audio, crystal clear calls, and new touch controls, you can experience the world at your fingertips. Available in Carbon Black and Navy Blue for £129.95/ €159.95/ $149.95/ $169.95. We have reviewed their first installent and they have been a great pair of true wireless with that unique charging case that I love and also the build quality is something to note here. See that review in full HERE
GO FURTHER
Imagine what you could get done in nine hours – and now imagine what you could get done in 44. The TrueConnect 2 is a huge step up in efficiency. With nine hours per charge you can get more done throughout the day, and our signature flip charging case brings the total to 44 hours. Sticking the empty buds in the case for just 10 minutes gives over an hour of playback.
BE TRANSPORTED
Be totally immersed in your audio. The TrueConnect 2’s refined sound signature produces clear sound with balance and increased power.
YOUR WORLD, ON DEMAND
Along with new touch controls, the TrueConnect 2 is compatible with Siri, Google Assistant and Alexa. Simply touch the earbud and speak to access a world of connected features.
STAY CONNECTED
Using Bluetooth 5 tech, the TrueConnect simply stays connected. Immerse yourself in your playlists, or catch up with your friends without fear of dropouts or interruptions. No more ‘can you hear me?!’. The TrueConnect 2 also uses noise-reducing mics on both earbuds to remove background sounds when you make or take calls, ensuring that outgoing audio is clear.
Available online and instore for GBP129.95, EUR159.95, USD149.95, USD International169.95, the TrueConnect 2 keep you connected wherever you are.
Global Marketing Manager, Colum Fraser, said: “We wanted to make a pair of earbuds that could be used for every part of our day – whether that’s commuting, working, exercising, or chilling on the couch. We’re really chuffed with how the TrueConnect 2 has turned out – same great design as before, and now built for more.”
The Onyx Ace are the latest on offer from Tronsmart and for the price you pay these are certainly another pair to look at if you are on a budget, With a stem type design like Airpods you wont feel left out with the look and one thing is for sure you will not be missing out on sound,these are loud and that is my personal taste so if its volume you are after these offer it..
These come in cool case too with some LED lights on the front for your battery status and it acts as adecent light in a dark room too I might add, these also have aptX too which is often left out on much higher priced earbuds. The case is light and pocketable and not cumbersome and fits in the small pocket on jeans which is said to be the preffered choice for those who carry true wireless with them.
USB-C charging is also on offer here and you get 20 hours per charge and up to 4.5-5 hours per charge on the earbuds depending on volume etc I was averaging 4 hours with my usage over a week or so which is fine. For calls you have quad mic technology and calls are excellent keeping out most of the outside world this is a bomus for those who takes many calls on the go and so on.
You have 13mm drivers on board giving you a good sound as a whole across all genres, nice bass and good soundstage here and overall these delivered beyond my expectations, watching films you tube or Netflix also shined here with good direction and clarity and also good on voice, no lag latency was noticed during my testing and I was impressed. You have all the controls you need here such as skip and reverse tracks,volume control and voice assistant acces on the earbuds so no need to take your device out on the move.
Comfort is another thing to note here these are light and sit well in the ears,once inserted you get a connection noise from both sides which lets you know you have connected to your chosen device this is good,these can be used on their own too so you have that option to use one at a time which is always a welcome factor and a feature many people ask for.
Overall for the money you pay here I cant complain at all there,there is features more expensive earbuds leave out and the sound its great with loud volume if required check them out HERE
Looking for some new true wireless earbuds well here is a fantastic deal now on with Urbanista. Already price well and worth every euro and up there with some other great names out there these have been affordable offering all you expect from a pair of true wireless earbuds and more at their price point inlcuding a wireless charging case and a nice selection of colours to pick from too. You can check our review here..
To pick them up at a the reduced price just add STHLM50 at the checkout and enjoy a really good pair of true wireless earbuds.
Stockholm is the pinnacle of wireless earphones. True wireless means true freedom, and with a sleek charging case that provides for 14 hours of total playtime, four appealing colours to choose from and simple and intuitive controls, you can go anywhere while always equipped with incredible sound.
Features
Total Playtime: 14 hours
3.5 hours per charge
Slim charging case with 3 charges
Dual microphones on the right earbud
which cancels the surrounding noise
Stereo phone calls
Bluetooth 5.0
Touch control
Volume and music controls
Voice control (Siri, Google Now)
Compatible with Android and iOS
Jam Audio have several pairs of true wireless on offer at several price point to suit peoples pockets which is nice and in this game in most instances you get what you pay for when it comes to feature set and so on but these do well in the audio department more so than being a fully featured pair of true wireless earbuds which for most will be just right.
The Live free comes in at around 80 euro which is a hard area to find good earbuds as the cost to performance ratio has come down in the earbuds department but as I said they excel in the sound department but lack some features on the control department but having said that it is the common features missing like many others and not a huge caveat overall for the majority of people looking to buy some new earbuds.
These have a small profile yet fit tight and snug giving you some noise isolation but these have no ANC on board but when these are turned up to full volume you wont be hearing anyhting outside anyway as they are quite loud which is my prefrence and probably bad for my ears but that is how I like my earbuds and headphones.
You have an IPX 4 rating so that is welcome and a two year warranty on top of that and the build quality is good, they have a rubber cover on top of the housing and a pleasing clicky button to change tracks and take calls and you have access to siri which I could not get working on my iPhone 11 sometimes, when you turn them on you get the usual jingle from jam products which is nice.
You can use these in mono mode so one side will work with the other on charge which is the left side charging the right will work but not the other way around, On the usual testing here they do a great job on You Tube and Netflix with no lag latency and calls are fine too both ends they do have some bass too and overall perform solid with the usual music attributes so there is not much to complain about here. There is no volume control on these earbuds but like I said it is a common feature left out with many earbuds even ones costing more than these.
The charging case is one of the better ones I have seen in a while that has micro USB charging and a hang tag and also some LED lights on the front to give you a battery status level,the battery life is on par with the claims which is good but not the highest battery life out there however these have a much smaller profie than others so overall a solid performer for the money and worth a look.
