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SUPCEAT Noise Canceling Earplugs Review https://youtu.be/hVrixAvVQPM More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/24r3q3sv Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/10/03/supceat-noise-reducing-earplugs/ Not a great deal to say here. There are three basic types of noise reducing earplugs. There are foam plugs, which are lightweight and easy to fit but in my experience do not work particularly well and soon get scruffy and need to be discarded. There are wax plugs that have to be pushed firmly into the ear conforming to the shape of the ear, and these do work well but soon become dirty, misshapen and need to be replaced. The final type, such as these on test today, are made from lightweight silicone and in my experience work better than the foam ones but not as well as the wax but are long lasting and hygienic. This is a nice set of well designed lightweight noise reducing earplugs supplied in an equally lightweight plastic storage case. You get two sets of earplugs, one small and one large plus a handy user guide and the storage case. The earbuds are super lightweight, just 10g complete with case, and you soon forget you have them in. The soft and giving earplugs fit snugly into the ear and once in place are very unlikely to fall out. Because they fit within the ear there will be no problems when sleeping on your side when wearing them. They have projecting arms which conform to the shape of the ear and hold the plug in place. How well do they work? They are not designed to stop all outside noise but they do reduce it substantially, the manufacturers claim by as much as 25dB, but I cannot verify that. They are made from silicone and can be easily washed and reused multiple times, unlike the wax and foam rivals, which soon become misshapen, dirty and too revolting to put anywhere near your ears. For the price of a penny less than £10, I think these earbuds are not a bad buy. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Silent Partner - 7th Floor Tango

Tamodan Fire Blanket Set Review https://www.bitchute.com/video/pKqibLQeZaYT/ More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2322vp9z Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/09/07/tamodan-fire-blanket-set/ What we have here is a set of two 40-inch square fire blankets. They are made from heavy duty, weighty, and very strong fire retardant glass fibre material with each blanket housed in an individual bright red easy access storage bag with a hanging hook aperture. Although made from Fibre Glass the blankets are skin friendly and can be handled without issue, although to be on the safe side it would be best to do so no more than necessary. Fire blankets have several advantages over foam in the kitchen, they leave no additional mess when used, they have a far longer five year shelf life, are easier and simpler to use - no need to read the instructions - they offer heat insulation and can be used for protection when leaving the fire location. In the event of fire, the large red blanket holder should be easy to locate if wall mounted. Just pull on the two projecting black straps hanging down to extract the blanket and then use it to cover and smother the flames, if the fire is in a pan or container, try and make a seal around the edge. If clothing is on fire, wrap the victim in the blanket tightly to smother the flames. The blanket can also be used as protection when exiting a burning building as it is large enough to fully cover most of the upper body. The blanket can be easily folded and returned to the storage bag after an incident or false alarm if the blanket is not badly marked. Of course, if it is scorched or damaged then a replacement should be obtained. Priced at just $19 for two, this seems to me a no-brainer to add at least one to your kitchen, garage or anywhere that fire may break out. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Guitar House - josh pan

Sofirn IF23 4000 Lumens Multicoloured Torch Review https://youtu.be/pEf5PDGGp1w More Info and Purchase: DE: https://tinyurl.com/2anu2amp UK: https://tinyurl.com/259zakuu Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/09/30/sofirn-if23-4000-lumens-multicolour-torch/ This is an expensive but very versatile compact torch. It has a 4000 lm main light with spotlight mode, floodlight mode, multiple power levels, stepless and stepped dimming, a 500 Lumen COB sidelight with a wide angle floodlight and a full RGB light output with stepless colour ramping. It is waterproof, rechargeable and will even work as an emergency power bank to top up your phone. In the box, you get the torch itself which weighs in at 125g and is sized just 27 x 30 x 120 mm, quite a bit smaller than I was expecting for the price. No problems with the build quality, which is first rate and looks like it can withstand the heaviest treatment due to the armoured glass lens and aluminium alloy body casing. As regards appearance, it has an attractive matt black finish with the small recessed lens on one end and a screw threaded cap on the other giving access to the battery compartment. The end cap, BTW, is magnetic and can easily support the weight of the torch when positioned horizontally. On one side is a small grommet protect bay for the USB-C port and on the other is the single metal multi-purpose button and the 16 x 1 cm COB lighting panel. The flashlight is powered by a single removable type 2017 4,000 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Charging takes about two hours and gives around two hours in Spotlight mode at Maximum Turbo power and a massive 27 days at Spotlight setting in Moonlight mode. In general use, you should get between two or three hours of runtime at high power. The rather dim and hard to see charging LED changes from flashing red to solid green when charged. The same LED will flash red during use if the battery level falls below 30%. One nice feature is that it supports reverse charging, which means the torch can be used as an emergency power bank to top up external devices. Everything is controlled using the single button and given the number of modes and options on offer, this can get a bit complicated. Spotlight Mode (front light) In Spotlight mode, which might be described as 'Normal' mode, click once to turn on/off. When on, double click to Access Turbo power, double click again to enter fast strobing mode, double click again to get slow strobing mode, single click to go back to standard spotlight mode. When the flashlight is off long press the button to enter Moonlight mode, which is a low light, low power operating state. To change the brightness level, long press the button when the torch is on and it will scroll through the three brightness levels, release the button to select the brightness level. Floodlight Mode ( the side panel COB light) In Floodlight mode, single click to turn on/off. To access Turbo power, fast strobing, slow strobing and Moonlight mode for the side panel just follow the procedure used in Spotlight mode. Colour Mode To access the side panel colour mode, when the light is off, triple click the button and click once to switch off. Double click in colour mode to access colour strobing. To ramp through the colours, when colour mode is on, long press the button and release to select a colour. Mode Selection When the torch is on, to scroll between Spotlight/Floodlight/Colour/Spotlight+Floodlight/Spotlight, just triple click. To enter the very dim Moonlight mode on either the front or sidelight, long press the power but when the torch is off. What problems have I found with it? It can be a bit complicated to use but you soon get the hang of it. Also, it is a pity that the lens cannot be zoomed or focused and that no carry case, spare battery or external charger was included, but then you cannot have everything. I have to say that it is perhaps the brightest torch of this size I have ever used, and certainly the best specified. It is currently priced at a penny under £50, which is good for what it has to offer, but if you don't need all the features and options then you might prefer to pay less, a lot less, for an equally bright but less versatile rival. Music: YouTube Audio Library:Read All Over - Nathan Moore

U-picks Digital Wall Clock Review https://youtu.be/vQYYejWRs18 More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/25w3g2q6 Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/09/24/u-picks-digital-wall-clock/ Following a power cut the digital clock which stood on top of the bookcase stopped working and refused to start again. A new one was needed and as close a replacement for the old one as possible. This one fitted the bill as it was about the same size and not too dear. In the large and attractive box, you receive the clock itself, a USB power cable, a UK plug USB adapter, a mounting and a well written and easy to read user guide. No remote control is included. Build quality seems fine throughout. I was pleased to see that a longer than average power cable is included and that a full mounting kit is included with screws wall plugs and a type of sticky mount I have not encountered before. The bright and easy to read digital clock has a large 10 cm high four character display in a 28 cm long, 4 cm deep panel. The display is bright and easy to read with automatic three stage dimming. The display can be set to 12 or 24 hour modes. It is a pity that there is no manual dimming option as the display is very bright and can catch the eye too much even in the daytime. The clock can be wall mounted using two rear screw apertures or can be self supporting for desktop use with two recessed kickstand arms. The unit, which is made entirely from plastic, is powered by a supplied USB adapter but annoyingly it uses a non standard plug. There must be a reason why a standard USB port was not used but it means that the clock is useless if the cable is lost or damaged. There is a battery backup that uses a widely available type CR2032 battery which remembers the time but does not power the display. Again, it is a pity that there is no internal rechargeable battery. The time and operating mode can be set easily enough from the three button panel on the rear. Long press the top button to enter programming mode and use the Plus and Minus buttons to set the hour, press the top button again and repeat the procedure to set the minutes. To switch from 12 to 24-hour operating modes, just short press the top button when in normal use. That's it really, that's all there is to it. If you need a simple but large and easy to read wall or desk clock, then this would be a decent buy although at £26.99 before discounts there may be cheaper alternatives out there. The Good Bright Display Good Build Quality Easy To Configure Backup Battery Nice Packaging The Bad No Remote Control No Manual Dimming Option Non Standard USB Port Expensive Music: YouTube Audio Library: Chris Haugen: Mirage

Bickon 6 Piece Recessed Ceiling Light Set Review https://youtu.be/1pVMqVrgeNU More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2a3p4run Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/26/bickon-6-piece-recessed-ceiling-light-set/ This well made, nicely designed and easy to install six-piece recessed ceiling light set from Bickon is perhaps designed for bathroom or kitchen use where the IP44 water resistance and the cool white light option will be best suited. The kit arrived in a well labeled and nicely designed product box with all the important information about the contents clearly given. Inside were the six separately bagged downlights each with a hard wired two core cable and easy use wiring connector. A small but nicely printed and well-designed User Guide is included. Build quality could not be better as each of the 7w 600 lumens LED lights are made of Aluminium and it all feels like a quality piece of high-end kit. The IP44 water-resistant lights are good and bright and should be able to cope with high ceilings and large floor spaces. The non dimmable lights are switchable between warm white (2700°K), standard white (4100°K) and cool white (6500°K), just flick the wall switch rapidly to scroll between the three lighting modes. The lights each have a beam angle of 120° to give the widest possible light coverage. Unlike with some rivals, no power transformer is needed and these lights can be connected directly to a UK mains power supply. There are no ugly or glaring LED bulbs on show, as the light source for each unit is concealed behind a translucent diffusing panel. To fit each unit a circular hole of 75mm-95mm diameter must be made to allow the light rear unit to pass through and ensure you have a working depth of at least 30mm on the other side. Although smaller than many rivals, the light units are 27mm thick with an external diameter of 105mm, so the more working space the better. After first connecting and testing the wiring to each light the unit on the workbench they can then be carefully pushed through the holes with the metal retaining clips expanding to hold it in place. This a superior product that is well made, very functional, and nicely presented. When properly fitted it should give years of service for the very reasonable pre discount price of £24.99. The Good Great Build Quality Easy Wiring Great price IP44 Water Resistant No Transformer Needed Three Light Options The Bad Not Dimmable Music: YouTube Audio Library: Modern Situations - Unicorn Heads

CWOWDEFU P12W 10.1” Android 12 Tablet Review More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2auj4bvh Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/23/cwowdefu-p12w-10-1-android-12-tablet-x/ I have tested several budget priced tablets from the curiously named CWOWDEFU company and this one is the best yet. The others were fine for the low price but this one has the snappiest performance, the best screen and is the only one with GPS, a feature seldom found in entry level tablets. The tablet arrived presented in a simple and rather down market box inside of which were the tablet itself with a prefitted screen protector, a second screen protector, charging cable, UK Power Adapter, a touch screen pen, and a small but well written user guide. The tablet itself seems well made and is quite heavy in the hand, perhaps due to the all metal body casing. The USB power adapter and stylus pen feel a bit lightweight but work OK and get the job done. The tablet is pretty much standard as regards features. It runs an almost completely clean version of Android 12 with only a few non standard apps detracting from an otherwise pure Android experience. All the usual buttons and ports are to be found along the side and I was pleased to see charging and data transfer is done through the latest USB-C interface, again a feature too often lacking in budget tablets. There is a Micro-SD card expansion slot (maximum size 512GB) and a reset port in a gromett protected bay along one side. On either side are speaker grills, which I presume to be stereo. Inside the device features a 2.0 GHz Octa Core MediaTek MTK8183 CPU with 6GB of onboard RAM and 128GB of built-in storage. The 1280 x 800 10.1″ IPS screen is not the brightest I have seen but is fine when cranked up to maximum with colours that are well saturated and accurate and a distinct advance from earlier CWOWDEFU tablets, which were themselves pretty decent. The front and rear cameras, 13MP 4096 x 3072 and 5MP 2592 x 1944 resolution, are rather better than I expected and in strong flat lighting give perfectly acceptable results for the price. I found the camera worked better for still images than video due to the fairly low video frame rate. As you would expect it supports both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz wifi. I had a few authentication issues when setting up additional wifi connections after the primary one, but that may have been due to a peculiarity of the routers I tested it with. It also has Bluetooth, which my AIDA64 testing app shows to be Bluetooth 4+. My current tablet is an Amazon Fire HD 10 and I have to say I find the browsing and scrolling experience with this CWOWDEFU device is far snappier, faster and altogether more enjoyable. I found apps opened faster and screen navigation in general is far better. Another selling point for this device, and unusual for this price point, is that it has onboard GPS which could make the device very useful in the car as a TESLA style navigation device! However, the heavy weight of the tablet would mean that a decent quality mount would be needed. It is currently priced at £129.99 before discounts and at the time of writing substantial discounts are available and for that, this has to be an excellent buy. The Good Good Price Good Build Quality Bright Vibrant Screen SD Card Expansion Android 12 GPS Enabled Dual Band Wifi The Bad Heavy Weight Possible Wifi Issues Poor Presentation Music: YouTube Audio Library: Jane Street - TrackTribe

Contour ShuttlePro v2 Review https://youtu.be/sDq25hUeD-k More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/y4lybxpw Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/09/15/contour-shuttlepro-v2/ I needed a keyboard shortcut device to speed up video editing when using DaVinci Resolve Studio. This £116 device was cheaper than some of the rivals and promised most of the functionality I needed. The Contour ShuttlePro V2 or Contour Multimedia Controller PRO Version 2, to give it its full name is a small desktop device containing 15 customisable preset buttons and a dual jog/shuttle wheel. The buttons are not backlit but do have removable plastic covers allowing you to insert your own identifying labels and a large number of preprinted labels are included. When you install the driver software for Windows or Mac the device will automatically recognise a huge number of applications and automatically apply keystroke presets for them. You can modify the preinstalled presets as well as make your own using the Shuttle application. There are no power or other LEDs and no way to confirm that it is working other than by using it. Build quality is good but not premium quality. I have found that over time several button covers have come off and been lost and I have had to glue the labels in place. Some of the buttons do not have the option for label inserts and so I have had to stick labels next to them for identification, which is a nuisance and is unsightly. The Shuttle has a low, flat profile on the desk and muscle memory over time resolves the issue of the keys not being backlit. I also own the Stream Deck Mk2 and Stream Deck +, which are similar but more powerful, better made and more expensive rivals. Although I have both those devices installed and configured, I have found that I use the ShuttlePro far more when editing video. The Shuttle lies flat on the desk and will not move when in use, it's simpler and less confusing to use with all the essential buttons immediately to hand rather than a large number requiring multiple key presses or swipes to locate. If you need a simple to use custom shortcut pad that will not break the bank, then this may be just what you need. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Islabonita - An Jone

Coomazy Licky Mat Set Review https://youtu.be/xRMBGLCpoTI More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/23422zxd Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: We have two very greedy and exceptionally naughty dogs that need distracting as much as possible. Often they get bored during the evening and treats are consumed instantly and just as quickly forgotten. This set of licky mats is a great way of keeping them entertained and occupied. These silicone mats, £9.99 for a set of two, have a ribbed and patterned surface on one side with suction cups on the other. The idea is that you smear peanut butter, meat paste or something similar on the rough side and the dogs will have to spend time to get all the food off. There is no need to pile the food on, just a thin layer across the whole pad will do. Poppy and Blenheim will spend ages licking at it to get every last drop off and they always make such a good job of it that there is hardly any washing up needed after it! In the pack, you receive two 20x20 cm food grade silicone licky mats, a small silicone food spatula and a cleaning brush. Everything seems well made and of good quality and should last the course. Each of the two mats has three differently textured food spreading areas and no less than 25 small suction cups on the reverse. When stuck to a suitable surface these mats simply will not move. A cleaning brush is included and this is handy for getting impacted food out of crevices and although the manufacturers recommend hand washing the mats are also dishwasher safe. If you need a way to keep your dogs distracted and occupied without over feeding or to help prevent them from bolting their food, then these pads might be just what you need. Music: YouTube Audio Library: The Mini Vandals_ Alyssa

iitrust USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter Review https://youtu.be/HKOlHJUhKaM More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/26el5dno Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/09/01/iitrust-usb-3-0-to-sata-adapter/ Just a little quick review here. I decided to swap over my old 2.5 inch SATA 3 internal SSD for a newer and larger one. The old one was still working and so I wanted a cheap and easy way to keep on using it. This little adapter does the job. I can just plug any 2.5" SATA 3 SSD or HDD drive into the adapter and then connect to a USB-A port on my PC or Mac and it will mount on the desktop (assuming the drive itself is correctly formatted). The adapter is compatible with USB 3, USB 2 and USB 1.1 sockets as well as with SATA 3, SATA 2 and SATA 1 interfaces. Depending on the drive connected, a maximum throughput of 5Gps is claimed. The all plastic adapter weighs in at just 22g and is 20 cm in length. There are two LEDs on the unit, one for power and the to confirm a data connection. Build quality although lightweight seems fine, nothing looks like to fail, break or fall off anytime soon. The only thing to take care with is the connection between the drive and the adapter, although the connection itself is secure and will not come loose, be careful not to put too much pressure on the interface itself to avoid damage. For long term use, it would be better to use an external housing for the drive and these are available cheaply online. I found it to work well and have been very happy with the performance, only I must say I data speeds were less than 550Mb/s claimed by the manufacturere of the test drive I used but that is more likely to be an issue with the drive rather than the adapter. This is a simple and easy to use device, that works well and gets the job done without making a fuss about it. For the £6.29 price, it is a great buy. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Look Both Ways - Nathan Moore

Bliksem 1TB SATA III Internal Solid State Drive Review https://youtu.be/RYolt4Lm-Lw More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2bfoqncr Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/14/bliksem-1tb-sata-iii-internal-solid-state-drive/ My old external solid-state drive was acting up and had started making a noise - I did not even know SSDs could make a noise - and so I decided to swap it over before it started causing real problems. When SSDs first came out they were expensive but now they are very affordable. This 1TB model cost me just £32 and that was by no means the cheapest one out there. I selected this one due to the low price and many positive reviews. There are other models available in the range from 128GB to 2TB. The drive body is made from plastic, weighs in at 40g and is sized 0.01 x 6.98 x 0.71 cm. When first connected to my Mac the Bliksem KD650 drive mounyed with a Chinese name and was preformatted for Windows but it only took a moment to reformat it for the Mac. The read and write speeds I got were far lower than those advertised. The claimed read speed is 550 MB/S and the write speed 450 MB/S but with my tests I got around 340 MB/S for both read and write,. However, I was connected to a hub which might account in part for it. In any case, I will be using this drive for storage so fast data throughput is not too important for me. I cannot speak for how well the drive performs over time but my first impressions of it have been excellent for the price. Of course, time will tell just how long it will stay the course, but there is not usually too much that can go wrong with an SSD. If you need a well made, well priced and easy to fit memory expansion for your computer or similar device and do not need the very fastest speed, then this might be what you need. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Lawrence - TrackTribe

TENKER 850w Personal Blender Review https://youtu.be/J94l_VgMEMQ More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2cdrrt9l Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/08/tenker-850w-personal-blender/ This is two devices in one., A powerful personal blender with an additional grinder unit together with two 17 Oz and one 10 oz containers with lids. The Blender arrived well packaged in a large and attractive box inside of which was the Motor Base, Cross Blade Blender, Flat Blade Grinder, x2 17 Oz Tall Cups, 10 Oz Cup, Solid lid, Shaker lid, x2 Spout Lids, Cleaning Brush and a User Guide The User Guide is large, well printed and easy to read and I enclose a scan of it in my unboxing video. All the cups and accessories are plastic with blades and related mechanisms of stainless steel. The blender base is large and hefty but quite attractively designed. It has a brushed steel finish and one large and easy to find control button on the front with below two LEDs, one to show the power is on and the other to confirm the operation. This a primarily a smoothy blender and so does not need or possess speed controls or a pulse button. Just hold the button to operate For a personal blender, it is quite large and I was expecting it to be very noisy but in fact, it was not. Surprising too was the fact that it did not move around too much when in use due to the silicone suction caps built into the base. To operate it just add the required ingredients to the selected container and screw in place either the blender or grinding unit and then press that unit in place onto the motor base aligning it with the lugs on the underside. Then press the power button and hold the container firmly in place on the motor. The container can also serve as a serving or travel mug when the appropriate leak-resistant lid is screwed in place I was surprised at the power of the device, as my video shows ice cubes turning into snow in just a few seconds. It seems it will blend virtually anything put into it. It will be fine for smoothies, ice crushing, and drinks, and with a capacity of 400g for the blender and 100g for the grinder a generous serving can be made. I plan to use it to make nut butters and am confident it will be able to cope with the task. This is a simple, powerful blender and smoothy maker with the focus being given to performance and ease of use. Although larger and more powerful rivals are available nevertheless it should be able to perform pretty most tasks thrown at it. It would be perfect for a small kitchen, a person living alone, or for drinks making.The inclusion of an extra travel mug is a nice bonus and reinforces the drink making focus of the device. The current Amazon price of 69.99 before discounts is very attractive and far less than that of the Big Name rivals. The Good Low price Good build quality Powerful 850w motor Single Button UJse Extra Travel Mug Included Good User Guide Low Noise The Bad More Powerful Rivals Available Plastic Containers Music: YouTube Audio Library: Bone Dry - Telecasted

Sudugo P66E Smartwatch Review https://youtu.be/B8beTfAWfK0 More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/28ahqqpq Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: Currently priced at £39.99, this new watch from Sudugo has quite a lot to offer for not much money. My normal smartwatch is from Amazfit and cost around £150, this one is not quite up to that standard, but it has all the core features and more, plus a bright and attractive screen and I would be happy to use it as my regular watch should the Amazfit pack in. In the box you get the watch itself, two straps (one prefitted), a USB charging cable, and a user guide. Build quality seems fine for the price, this is no iPhone but it certainly does not feel cheap and nasty. The 1.85-inch touchscreen is bright, clear, responsive and easy to use. Navigation on the IP68 water-resistant watch is easy enough because there are not too many screens, and all the screens are well designed, easy to see and actually serve a purpose. Unlike many budget phones, this one has a proper touch screen not just a tiny button below the watch face. There is a single non-rotating watch button on the side. It comes with a magnetic USB charging cable with a custom charging interface, so take care not to lose it. The key features are here: time, steps, distance, 24/7 pulse, Sp02, sleep, music control, app notifications, music and camera control plus plenty more such as weather forecast, sedentary reminder, stopwatch, alarm clock, timer, track female cycle, brightness, find phone, etc. Unlike many budget phones, it does not purport to offer blood pressure tracking, but that is no great loss as I have not yet tried a single watch on which it works. The watch has five watch faces pre-installed with many more available through the Gloryfit app. You can also install custom watch faces and although this does work and again is quick and easy to do, the designs are a bit limited. You can use a photo from you your phone, cropped to size with your choice of text colour and background. It does seem that you can only install one custom watch face with the last being overwritten when a new one is installed, which is a pity. The watch can make and receive phone calls via a Bluetooth connection to your phone using the loud speaker and mic on the watch. Calls are quick and easy and unlike even with some high end rivals, are not too stressful to make. An editable phonebook and phone logs are copied to the phone from the app and when making calls you can use the phonebook, numbers from the call log or a tiny but usable keypad. The Gloryfit app used by the watch is nice and simple, easy to navigate and not too complicated, although it does favour tiny grey text on a white background which my old eyes find hard to read. It works well for health tracking and for sports activity and uses the phone’s GPS to get mapping details which are displayed for each activity along with heart rate, speed, altitude and other metrics. It has no less than 112 different sports modes but I suspect they may not be much difference between them. Sleep tracking is OK and seems accurate enough but is less detailed compared to the more expensive rivals. The app connects to Google Fit to export health and sports data. Now this is no Apple watch. It lacks some high-end features, with others simpler and less developed. But what it does do, it does well with a clean and simple user interface topped off by an excellent screen. This watch is available now discounted to less than £40 and for that price, it is a pretty good buy. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Guitar House - josh pan

KHIYQILO Power Meter Plug Review https://youtu.be/3AgFiwvH0g0 More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/24tt4y8v Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/29/khiyqilo-power-meter-plug/ There are loads of these Power Meter Plugs available, they all look the same, but you need to check just what they do before buying one. They all offer different functions with different data combinations shown on the screen, which may or may not be backlit. Make sure the device you select measures the data you are interested in and shows it on the main screen so you don't have to flip from screen to screen to see what is going on. This one seemed pretty good to me, it has plenty of useful functions, screen backlighting and the price was good at just £8.90. In the box you get the power meter itself and a reasonably easy to read User Guide. This model shows eight different data set screens. Press the Mode button to scroll through the screens. The screens will show combinations of power (w), energy (kWh), electricity cost, current (A), voltage (V), frequency (Hz), Maximum power, and Minimum power, in real time and cumulative useage. In the Settings panel you can input the unit cost for electricity, Power Overload and KwH alarm values, keypress sound on/off, as well as clear data and reset functions. You can also determine how long the screen backlighting stays on. Most users will not be interested in or need to use all the screens on offer. The plug has a memory function and remembers the power and other settings and usage when switched off. Build quality seems fine, the plug is well made and robust. Setting it up fully can take some time, but you don't need to use all the options available and once done the plug will remember the settings. If you need to monitor the power usage of a particular device then this plug should be all you need. Music: YouTube Audio Library: North Oakland Extasy - Squadda B

Signature S40007 6” 2 Speed Clip Fan Review https://youtu.be/kmhhjrRZ_n0 More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2a8a767q Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/20/signature-6-2-speed-clip-fan/ I needed a reasonably powerful fan which I could clip to the arms of my treadmill, to help to keep me cool when on it over the summer. I decided on this one which is a six-inch mains powered, two-speed, clip-on fan made from plastic with a metal blade guard. In the box you get the fan itself, the clip stand and a user guide. You have to assemble the fan yourself, but that just takes a minute and is simple and easy to do. The build quality in general is OK, the fan is pretty lightweight for the size and looks a bit cheap but in general, everything is OK. The jaws have a very firm grip and open to about 40mm with two black soft plastic grips, one of which on my fan keeps working loose. Unlike with some others I have tried, the clip does not double as a desktop stand and it will fall over if not clipped onto something. The rather short hard wired power cable, about 2M in length, has a sealed UK plug on the end. There are no other power options, the fan has no battery or USB power option, which is a pity. The fan is quite powerful with two speeds selected with a rotary switch on the back. In operation, it is quieter than I expected and not too obtrusive in use. It is no noisier than any other fan I have tried of the same size and quieter than most. Movement of the fan is quite limited and although it can rotate fully it can only tilt up and down by ten degrees. This a simple and in general well made fan that is reasonably powerful, get the job done, and is not a bad buy for £11.99 pre discount price. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Last Train to Mars - Dan Lebowitz

Elgato Stream Deck + Review https://youtu.be/gOSc3alBvXk More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/23v7uh8a Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/17/elgato-stream-deck-review/ There are several Stream Deck models. There is the original Stream Deck, the larger Stream Deck XL, the Stream Deck MK.2, and this one, the Stream Deck+ which is currently available for £198.99. I use it on my Mac but it also works on Windows. Everything you need is in the box - the panel itself, a desktop stand, a USB cable and a user manual. Build quality is first rate and this feels like a classy and high-end piece of kit. It is larger than Stream Deck and Stream Deck Mk 2 and features 8 large backlit LCD buttons, a wide touchscreen swiping strip and four rotary dials. All the buttons and dials are fully customisable, giving access to application specific shortcuts, websites, and operating system functions and features. It can initiate specific actions, chain actions together or run routines. It is fully customisable and you can quickly set up your own dedicated shortcuts. There is not much it cannot be programmed to do. Dedicated sets for different applications can be downloaded from third party developers and I installed one from SideshowFX for the Da Vinci Resolve video editor. The panel looks fantastic, and the Stream Deck is easy to set up and program. However, I find the eight key panel to be too restricting when using the Da Vinci Resolve video editor and prefer the Contour Multimedia Controller to speed up my work. The DVR set I downloaded works well and has a host of features incorporated into but due to the eight button limitation, it is necessary to use multiple nested icon sets to reach specific functions, which I find confusing, hard to remember and more trouble than it is worth. Even when I use the Stream Deck+ in conjunction with my Stream Deck Mk 2 I still find it more trouble than it is worth. For me it is quicker to use the Contour device for essential shortcuts and mouse and keyboard combinations for the rest. But that is just me. In fact, use the Stream Deck + as part of my usual routine for web browsing and general day to day computer use. I like the way a single button press can open a group of websites together or chain together operating system functions. It has greatly speeded up getting my daily tasks done. For example, I have one screen configured to allow me to quickly and easily select the microphone and speaker combination I need and the rotary controls to vary the volume and gain. This is not a cheap product but it is well made, looks fantastic, is very versatile and I guarantee it will transform the way you use your computer. Once you have you will not want to be without it. Despite the high price and my own limited use of it I still think this is a must have product. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Guitar House - josh pan

AOPICK Endoscope Inspection Camera Review https://youtu.be/1cPbp1ggdpQ More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2qqcqytz Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/27/aopick-endoscope-inspection-camera/ I have tried a few other Inspection cameras or endoscopes previously but most have been reliant on an app and need to be connected to a phone or tablet by USB, Bluetooth or Wifi. Not so here. This is a standalone unit with all you need included in the box. In the box, you get the combined 4.3" IPS screen and control panel, a hard-wired 5m heavy duty cable with the camera lens on the end, a set of lens accessories consisting of a hook, side mirror, magnet, fixing buckle together with a well written and easy to read user guide. Build quality is excellent throughout and this IP67 waterproof product is clearly designed for industrial as well as home use. Looking at the unit we see the colour screen on the front with good sized physical buttons for screen brightness, menu navigation, and image control. On the top is the large sized power on/off button. Immediately below the screen are buttons for screen Brightness Up, Reset, Brightness Down, Black and White mode. Below is a circular array of buttons with controls for Contrast Up, Contrast Down, Zoom In, Zoom Out, and Image Rotate. Below are buttons for LED Brightness Up and LED Brightness Down. On the side of the device is a grommet protected bay containing the reset button, USB-C port, and a red/green charging status LED. The device has a built-in non-replaceable 2000mAh Lithium Ion battery which is charged through the USB-C port in the bay on the side. One charge should give around four hours of run time. Note that the display does not support fast charging and so be sure to use a standard USB outlet. Operating the unit is simple enough. After powering on the screen will begin displaying whatever the lens can see. You can then view the 1080p video and can use the control buttons to obtain the best quality image. A set of accessories that fit onto the probe tip to allow simple tasks to be performed is included. These can be a bit fiddly to fit but can be useful in certain circumstances. Video quality is excellent considering the size of the lens and the low price of the device. This particular unit, which is for inspection only, does not support recording, which is a pity, but no doubt an enhanced model with this feature will be available soon. This is an excellent device, well made and robust enough for commercial use but simple enough for use at home with results good enough for both. For the current price of £39.99, this is rather a good buy. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Islabonita - An Jone

Cnkeeo LED Camping Light Review https://youtu.be/IsmJZ4gpdks More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2frcop8r Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/24/cnkeeo-led-camping-light/ This may not be the most powerful camping light I have ever used but it is by far the best designed, most attractive and most futuristic I have yet used. The unique COB LED helix styled lighting strip inside the clear plastic tube looks amazing and this coupled with the small but powerful flashlight makes it a doubly impressive device. In the box you get the rechargeable camping light, charging cable, silicone light shade and user guide. Not that a user guide is needed as it is simplicity itself to operate. Push the end cap to scroll through the three light modes of the main lamp - warm, natural and cool white - push again to turn on the flashlight. Twist the end cap to vary the light level of the 500 lumen main light. The non-replaceable 2600mAh lithium battery is charged through the USB-C port of the side (which is not grommet protected) and a four charge should give between 6 and 48 hours of use, depending on the settings used. It comes with a detachable silicone shade and a leather hanging hook and these coupled with stepless dimming make it perfect for use inside the tent. It is rated IPX5 water resistant, which means it should be OK outside in a rainshower but don't let it get completely soaked or immerse it in water. This is a stylish and attractive light that works well, looks great and for the current discounted price of £16.99, it has to be a great buy. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Freedom Trail Studio_ Amazement

RDINSCOS Laser Line Digital Level Tool Review https://youtu.be/v5M8EekORM8 More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2o235yu9 Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/21/rdinscos-laser-line-digital-level-tool/ This is two tools in one. It is an angle finder - just hold it way up and read the exact angle of inclination on the screen and the screen rotates automatically so you can always read it no matter which way up it is. It is also a laser line tool which has two lasers, one on either side, so you can get a straight and true line from it when you are hanging a picture or fixing a bookcase or whatever. In the small but attractive box, you get the device itself, a metal mounting plate, a sticky mounting sheet, a charging cable and a well written and easy to follow user guide. The USB rechargeable device is tough and well made, and clearly designed for workshop use. It has four magnetic sides and a large and easy to read backlit monochrome LED screen. On the front are physical buttons for On/Off, Absolute (ABS)/Relative (REF) modes/Calibration/Switching, and Laser On/Off/Unit Selection. On top of the device is the gromett protected USB-C charging port and on either side are the laser output ports. The casing is magnetic along all four sides for easy positioning in use. The rotating screen shows the battery status, ABS/REF mode status, active Lasers, Unit mode status, current measured value, and a tilt inclination icon. The device has an internal 320 mAh Lithium battery with a charging time of about 90 minutes and a run time of around five hours. It will automatically turn off after ten minutes of inactivity. To operate the 1mW, Class II lasers, press the power button to switch on and then short press the right hand button to scroll through left laser on, right laser on, both lasers on, lasers off. The current setting will be the default the next time the device is powered on. To operate the angle finding mode, after switching the device on, long press the right hand button to scroll between measurement units and short press the middle button to swap between ABS and REF modes. Note that the unit will not work when angled backwards or forwards above 30° and an error message will show on the screen, it is designed to measure the angle of tilt side to side only. In ABS mode the screen will show the angle between the inclined plane of the device and the horizontal. In REF mode place the device on the inclined plane and press the middle button to set this as the relative horizontal plane (the screen shows 000) and the screen will show the angle level relative to that - for example setting a 15° tilt as 000 will show a 20° incline as 5.00mode. In both modes, the screen tilt icon shows which way to turn the unit to return to zero. To use the enclosed mount, remove the backing paper from the sticky mount and attach it to the metal square included in the box. This can then be stuck to your working surface and the device attached magnetically to the plate and adjusted as required The user guide is excellent and the device is simple and easy to use. My only criticism is that is does not come with a case to protect the screen. That said, and although there may be cheaper rivals, I think it is an excellent buy for £25.99. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Islabonita - An Jone

Alexa Voice Remote Pro Review https://youtu.be/PCuHSk-PFWk More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2zzdubtj Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/11/alexa-voice-remote-pro/ I decided to take advantage of Amazon Prime Day to upgrade my FireTV stick and while I was about it to give one of these .top of range remotes a try. Even at the reduced price of £24 it was not cheap but I think it was worth it, but at the full price of £34.99, I am not so sure. In the box, you get the usual elaborate Amazon packaging containing the remote, two AAA batteries, and a user guide. The remote feels a bit better made than the standard ones, the finish seems nicer, the buttons have a more positive feel to them and the battery cover, which falls off on all my other Amazon remotes, this time feels rather more secure. This remote can be used to replace any current Amazon TV remote and most of the older ones, but the first generation fireTV Stick is not supported. You can check on the Amazon product page to see which devices are supported. The remote has all the buttons you would expect for track and channel navigation, and volume control plus a few less common ones. There are four presets at the bottom linked to streaming services, these vary from territory to territory and on my remote were for Amazon Prime, Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon Music. There are also useful buttons for TV Off/On, Alexa Voice Control, Headphone Settings, Live TV Guide, Settings, Home, and Mute. A big plus for me is that the buttons are backlit and at last easy to use in a dim room, however, I suspect this may well reduce the battery life which on my other Amazon radio remotes has not been good. One good new feature is the addition of two customisable preset buttons, helpfully numbered 1 and 2. From the settings screen, you can assign any regular app or features such as 'play the news', or 'show me comedy films'. The system does not seem to recognise sideloaded apps such as KODI and it seems cannot be mapped to them. Another handy new feature is the headphone button which when pressed during normal viewing will bring a pop-up on screen showing the current Bluetooth status and allowing devices to be added, removed or configured without the need to delve into the Settings menu. The final new feature, and a big deal for me, is the lost remote feature. Just ask Alexa 'where is my remote" and the remote will instantly emit a piercing sound as the backlighting flashes off and on. The alert instantly stops when the remote is picked up. I would have liked to have had more custom buttons in place of the factory assigned presets but Amazon is not going to pass up on the licensing fees paid by their partners just to make life easier for their users. Nevertheless, this is an excellent remote that has been cleverly designed, well made and is an excellent addition to home viewing. I still feel the RRP of £34.99 is a bit steep. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Blue Mood - Robert Munzinger

ZVM LED Motion Detector Wall Light Review https://youtu.be/p3t4r4rFIxg More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/28329egm Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/18/zvm-led-motion-detector-wall-light/ Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 This is a simple, stylish and attractive little device that has one job to do, does it well without making a fuss about it. It is a compact sized indoor motion sensor light suitable for use in cupboards, confined spaces, stairways or anywhere you need an automatic light. Made of glossy white ABS plastic, it consists of a 50 Lumens bright light unit, wall bracket and a sticky mount to fix the wall bracket to the wall, annoyingly there is no screw fixing option. The lamp is secured magnetically to the bracket and can be rotated to the position you want. The lamp is rechargeable with a Lithium Ion 400 mAh non-replaceable battery and a short micro-USB cable is provided for this. A red/green LED confirms the charging status. A two hour charge should give multiple days of normal use. There is a turret switch on the side with options for warm white light (3000°K), cool white (7000°K) and off. When either of the lighting options is selected walking in front of the unit closer than around 5m will cause the light to come on and then switch off automatically after about twenty seconds. The motion sensor only works in darkness and will not be triggered in daylight. This is an attractive little device, simple to fit and easy to use that works well, gets the job, and just gets on with it. At just under 22 Euros there are cheaper rivals available but I doubt any of them are better than this one. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Islabonita - An Jone

ROOTED Essential Oil Diffuser Review https://youtu.be/MsbgJIPZnjw More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/27m2k82d Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/08/02/rooted-essential-oil-diffuser/ This new Essential Oil Diffuser from Rooted is priced at just £19.99, and although it has a rather small 200ml tank, it does feature remote control operation and the latest thing with aromatherapy diffusers - flame effect. In the box was the diffuser itself, a remote control, a USB charging cable and a useful and well-written User Guide. I include a scan of the User Guide in my unboxing video. The diffuser is quite lightweight and made entirely from plastic but it feels well made and looks quite stylish. The remote control has an unusual design and is rather small and since there are no manual controls on the device it is important not to lose it. The main selling point for this device has to be the flame effect. This works by using a small fan to blow the steam vapour through a row of coloured LEDs. Using the remote you can select Orange, Red, Green, and Blue flame effects or you can let the colours scroll automatically. There is also a timer with one, three, and six-hour options as well as always on. When set to always on it will work for just over six hours before turning off automatically. Should it run dry before then the misting process will automatically switch off to prevent overheating. To operate, just take the top cover off, fill with water to the indicated level, fill at the indicated point and be careful not to get water on the LEDs, add a few drops of essential oil, replace the lid and select use the remote to control and configure the device. Be careful when carrying the diffuser as the cover does not click into place and unless you support it carefully you may find yourself holding just the cover with the rest on the floor in front of you. The remote control is an unusual shape and a step up from the generic credit card types usually found. It has just three buttons: On/Off, Lighting Modes, and Timer Modes. Press the Lighting and Timer buttons to scroll through the modes available. The diffuser is nicely designed and should sit well in a home, office or clinical environment, the lighting is subtle and unobtrusive and the misting process is pleasant and can lift or give atmosphere to the room. The flame effect is much more noticeable at night and can be dramatic at times, although it does tend to look better on camera than in real life. Despite the smaller than normal 200ml tank capacity, it is still longer burning than many of the rival units I have tried. Be aware that due to the nature of the misting process, some water may be precipitated around the device so do not locate it close to sensitive objects. The unit does not come with a USB power adapter, although a USB-C to USB-A cable is included. It is important to select a USB power adapter that outputs at least 2A in power (this will be written somewhere on the adapter). Using a less powerful one may allow the LEDs to light up but the diffusing process and fan will not work. This is important and so do not ignore it. The diffuser features audio beeps to confirm button presses and for error alerts. Three beeps for no water, timer ending is one long beep, misting or fan failure give one long beep and the LEDs flash, the device powers down automatically after an error alert. Of the many diffusers, I have experimented with this is perhaps one of the best as it is simple to use, looks good with the striking flame effect and has the added bonus of a a remote control. It is a little less expensive than some which can only be for the good. At the current Amazon price of £18.99, it is a very decent buy indeed. The Good Good build quality Remote control Good User Guide Safety Auto-off feature Flame Lighting Effect Timer presets USB-C Interface The Bad One Misting Level No sample oil Included Some adjacent water precipitation None Locking Cover 2A Power Supply Needed Music: YouTube Audio Library: Blue Mood - Robert Munzinger

BSRANE LED Desk Lamp Review https://youtu.be/88arxUUTm1k More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2bucgle2 Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: I have tested plenty of desk lamps very similar to this one, this is slightly larger than most and offers five rather than the usual three types of white light and has a USB charging port for external devices. The design itself follows the usual pattern – plain white plastic construction, USB powered with a fully folding light panel and stand. The light panel is 28.3 cm long with the upright part of the stand 32.5 cm tall and the padded base 12 x 16.2 cm. It features three large and well marked touch buttons on the base, the left button for 15 – 100% stepless light dimming, the centre one to power off and on, and the right hand one to scroll through the five white light variations: 2800-6000°K. The light ranges from a cool daylight white to a very warm almost yellow white and is blue filtered to protect the eyes. The lamp will remember the last lighting setting used and default to it next time it is switched on. The 336g lamp is flexible and can be folded flat for storage. The lamp head can be rotated by 180° and the lamp post can be folded by 90°. It seems pretty stable in most positions when assembled with small lugs on the base to reduce slipping. It has a USB-C input port and can be powered from any USB port of 5v/2A capacity. A USB cable is included but no adapter, which is a pity as not all adapters can give the full 2A current needed. I was pleased to see that an up to date USB-C interface has been used which shows that the light is of recent design. Next to the USB-C port is a standard USB-A port which outputs a modest 5v/1A to power or charge external devices. This a simple but attractive lamp, versatile and easy to use with an above average range of lighting options. For the £17.99 pre-discount price, it's rather a good buy. The Good Attractive Design Bright and even light spread Stepless Dimming USB-C Input Port USB output Port Foldable The Bad No Sleep Timer No USB Adapter Music: YouTube Audio Library: Vishnu - Patrick Patrikios

PECHAM Portable Water Flosser Review More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/29pyetaz Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: At first sight, this new deal flosser from PECHAM looks very similar to the many other battery powered oral irrigators I have tried before. However, this newly upgraded model has a few features that lift it above the rest. In the well designed mid-market product box was the flosser itself, a USB charging cable, three colour coded standard heads, one tongue cleaning head, a carry bag and a User Guide. The User Guide is well printed and easy to read and I enclose a scan of it in my unboxing video. The flosser seems very well made fine for the price and I was pleased to see that it uses a USB power source, which makes it great for taking on holiday as no mains plugs or adapters are needed. However, it has a non-standard plug which is a pity, so take care not to lose it. The flosser is IPX7 waterproof so it can be used safely in the bathroom or even in the shower. Unlike some rivals, the larger than average 300ml water tank can be fully removed for cleaning although it also has a quick access point to refill. On the front of the assembled flosser is the power button with below it the mode selection button. Press the Mode button to select the operating mode from Normal, Soft, Pulse and DIY. The selected mode name is illuminated below. When DIY mode is selected you can then long press the power button to find the best operating pressure for your needs between 30-100psi. The memory function of the device will automatically select the same pressure the next time the DIY mode is used. When in pulse mode the water jet pulses at 1400-1800 times per minute. The unit will turn off after 120 seconds of continuous use and cannot be used when charging. The heads can be clicked in place on the top of the flosser depressing the button next to the port to do so. If the flosser does not operate immediately after filling the tank it may be necessary to add a few drops of water into the head port opening first. On the rear just above the water tank is the charging port, and although the unit is charged using a normal USB outlet, sadly the interface to the flosser is non-standard, so take care not to mislay the cable. The power port is grommet protected but the plug is not secured to the body of the flosser and so again, take care not to lose it. The flosser has a rechargeable 2000mAh Lithium battery with one four hour charge giving at least twenty days of normal use. This is an advance on many rivals which offer a shorter battery life although often with reduced charging time. A status LED confirms the current charging status. As a long-term user of handheld flossers, I was pleased with the power of the device, often battery-powered flossers can only manage a rather feeble flow, but not so here. I usually use it in standard mode and switch to a softer dial-in mode for the gums. The water tank is more than enough for a cleaning session and can be quickly refilled from the tap. One battery charge is enough for more than two weeks of normal use, which would make this flosser great for travel or vacations. This is a well made and easy to use device, works well, and compares very favourably to similar units from market-leading brands. The Good Large Tank Effective Cleaning Quiet in use Three Cleaning Modes Variable Water Pressure Four Heads USB Charging Carry Bag The Bad Non-Standard Power Socket Music: YouTube Audio Library: Clover 3 - Vibe Mountain

Csasan V90 TRUE Wireless Earbuds Review https://youtu.be/rR807y-NxeE More Info and Purchase: USA: https://tinyurl.com/272thoqy UK: https://tinyurl.com/2a6wyo3u Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/09/csasan-v90-true-wireless-earbuds-review/ With the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology, IPX7 water resistence, CVC8.0 microphone noise reduction, USB-C charging as well an active case design new to me, this has to be one of the most technically advanced sporting headsets I have tried yet. But is it any good? I am not usually a fan of the over ear design but it usually does make for superior sound quality as well as a more secure fitting and this is the case here too. This new headset is larger in size, both the buds and case, then the in ear rivals but the larger case and buds are more difficult to lose and fitting them into the case is easier. There was a time when you had to pay plenty to get decent quality True Wireless Earbuds but the introduction of Bluetooth 5.0 seems to have changed all that. Before Bluetooth 5.0 all but the most expensive TW earbuds would continually drop out, crackle, pop and generally prove more trouble than they were worth. As technology develops each headset is better than the last and this new set which features the latest Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity and USB-C charging has some of the hardware on board. In the box were the over ear buds together with a short USB charging cable, three pairs of gels (one fitted), a slightly larger than normal charging case, and a well written and easy to read User Guide. The case is lighter in weight than you might expect but everything has a quality look and feel to it. First time pairing could not be simpler and took just a few seconds. Simply remove both buds from the case and pair in the usual way to your phone looking for the device name RS7. Subsequently, taking the buds from the case powers them on, they connect to each other and to the phone automatically, returning them to the case turns them off and begins charging. Auto-on and pairing starts when the case lid is opened rather than when the buds are removed, as is usual, thus giving a slightly faster connection time. The Lithium Polymer case battery can recharge the buds around 5 times, giving a total of around 48 hours of music. A full charge will give around 8 hours playtime from each bud, with one hour from a ten minute charge. There are displays on both the buds and case bud to show charging and connection status with the buds will charge automatically when placed into the case. The case features an unusual design with the case battery status shown on the case lid next to that for the buds. These over ear format buds are easy to remove from the magnetic case and holding the ear hook prevents accidental button presses, for me a major selling point. The earbuds use the latest Bluetooth 5.3 technology which is supported by the latest high end smartphones but of course, they will also work with older Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth 5 adds a longer range, reduced latency and greatly improves both the stability of the wireless connection and battery life. The buds are neat and comfortable to wear and are far less intrusive than many over-ear rivals. Sound quality is excellent for a sports headset with a very decent level of bass together with clean mid-tones and a sibilance free high end. Calls were clear to hear and easy to make. I found call quality to be fine at each end of the conversation with no dropouts or excessive background noise. Each bud has a single soft touch button on it which can be used to end/reject calls, play/pause music, navigate tracks, alter volume and invoke your phone’s voice assistant. This works well and is easy to use. The buds are IPX7 water resistant rating and should be fine in the rain or at the beach but not for swimming. The buds can be used together or individually thanks to the dual control buttons. Currently priced at £39.99, they are well priced for the technology available, indeed this headset compares very well with the high-end rivals I have tried as regards sound quality and features. When the new headset is fully available I would expect to see hefty discounts made. You would need to go a long way to find a better sporting wireless for anywhere near this price. The Good Lightweight Comfortable Good Audio Quality Good Build Quality Auto On/Off Bluetooth 5.3 Magnetic Case PPX 7 Waterproof The Bad No Apt-X Codec Music: YouTube Audio Library: Kurt - Cheel

Temtop M10 Air Quality Monitor https://youtu.be/frfDBnnrZPQ More Info and Purchase: https://tinyurl.com/2fpchttj Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/marcoscu6 Blog: https://marcoscucom.wordpress.com/2023/07/03/temtop-m10-air-quality-monitor-x/ I needed a simple and easy to use monitor that could sit in the living room and keep me updated on the state of the air in the room. This compact sized £73 device from Temtop seemed to fit the bill. There are three different versions of this meter, this one (the M10), the wifi and app supported M10i, and the less well specified but slightly cheaper P10. In the box was the air monitor itself, a USB cable, a reset tool and a well written and easy to read user guide. Although made entirely from plastic, the monitor feels well made, robust and has a quality feel to it. The monitor has a clear and easy to read LCD screen, press the button on the top to scroll through PM2.5, HCHO, TVOC, and AQI, real-time readings. What does it measure? PM2.5 Particulate Matter 2.5 refers to particulates or airborne dust with a diameter of around 2.5 micrometres or less in size. Sensor: Laser PM Range: 0-999µg/m³ Resolution: 1µg/m³ Accuracy: ∓10µg/m³ (0-100µg/m³ ) ∓10%µg/m³ (100-500µg/m³) HCHO This shows the current level of Formaldehyde (CH20 or H-CHO), a colourless chemical and group 1 carcinogen which even low dosages over the long term can cause significant danger. Sensor: Electyrochemical Range: 0-2mg/m³ Resolution: 0.01mg/m³ Accuracy: ∓0.04mg/m³ (0-0.4mg/m³) ∓10%(≥0.4mg/m³) TVOC Total Volatile Organic Compounds A group of commonly found airborne chemicals which can prove dangerous with long term exposure. Sensor: Electrochemical Range: 0-5mg/m³ Resolution: 0.01mg/m³ AQI Air Quality Index is a quick way of assessing general air quality on a scale from 1 to 500 with a lower rating being best. It follows the US EPA standard. On top of the display is a single LED which changes colour from green to yellow to red according to the current air quality reading. In general, you don't need to start worrying too much until the LED turns red. It is a pity there is no audio alert when this happens. The monitor is designed for home use and is USB powered but with a built-in 2200mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery. The front panel LED shows the current battery status when charging, although there is also an on-screen graphic showing the battery level when in use. It will work for around six hours from a two hour charge, enough for you to move it to another room to test the level there bearing in mind that the meter needs to sit for a while to accustom itself to the new environment. There is a reset pinhole on the rear which can be used to reset the meter and recalibrate the HCHO sensor when repositioning but I have not needed to use it yet. This is a nice little meter that works straight from the box, sits there and gets the job done with no complicated calibration or other messing about needed. It is not bad for the price although with hindsight I wish I had paid £25 more to get the wifi version. Music: YouTube Audio Library: Chris Haugen: Mirage