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Up to 25% off Garmin Forerunner Smartwatches!

Specious Coda-Bishop — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 08:59:59 +0000

If you’re looking to start your fitness journey we have the deal for you! The excellent Garmin Forerunner Smartwatch series is up to a whopping 25% on Amazon. I have had a Garmin Forerunner for many years now, and I have loved it since the day I got it. The battery life on the Forerunner series is exceptional for smartwatches boasting at least a 4 day run time.

It also has exceptional features for what you would want a watch like this to do and track your runs!

The biggest difference between the two watches (bar the price) is the features that come with it.

The Garmin Forerunner 55 is a smartwatch that is designed for entry level fitness enthusiasts. When you’re just starting out, you don’t need fancy analytics. You need to be able to start and go! The Forerunner 55 allows you to do just that. It has the tracking that you’d want with basic GPS functions as well as fundamental run tracking. It also has basic analytics for regular gym activities; like HIT or cardio.

The Garmin Forerunner 955 however is for more advanced runners or fitness buffs. You can expect to find gait measurements with this smartwatch as well as more granular information so you can push yourself harder. With more detailed information about your runs and training you can be assured you’ll smash your personal best!

You can find more information on these in the links below!

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Garmin Forerunner 55

Easy-to-use running watch monitors heart rate (this is not a medical device) at the wrist and uses GPS to track how far, how...
Battery life: up to 2 weeks in smartwatch mode; up to 20 hours in GPS mode

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Garmin Forerunner® 955

Built with an always-on, full-color display that’s light on the wrist and easy to read even in direct sunlight.Special...
Battery life: up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode for a full picture of your health — from sleep to training;...

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Gamesir’s New Controller Packs USB-C Support and Costs Less than 50 Bucks

Mike Viray — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 17:25:02 +0000

Mobile gaming accessory brand Gamesir recently announced that it’s launched a new mobile game controller in the form of the GameSir X2S, which features USB-C functionality for both Android phones and iPhone 15 series model handsets. With that in mind, the controller also comes with a ton of new features that should come in handy, all for less than $50.

The GameSir x2s comes with support for a ton for different functions including Apple MFi, Android games, Cloud gaming services, emulators, XboxGame PASS, remote play functionality, making it a versatile piece of kit for different situations. As for hardware, the controller comes with hall effect triggers for smoother handling, in addition to the microswitch design in the LB and RB buttons for a more mechanical feel.

The controller also features added personalization, as players can use the GameSir App to adjust sticks and triggers dead zones, change A/B, X/Y layout, and toggle between analog or hair trigger mode. You can check out the controller using the link below.

GameSir X2S Type-C Mobile Gaming Controller for Android and iPhone 15...

Wide Compatibility - New upgraded version in 2024 ! Gamesir X2s Type-C is designed to work seamlessly with iPhone 15 series,...
Multiple game options - GameSir x2s Phone Controller supports Apple MFi, Android games, Cloud gaming, game emulators,...

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Save up to 33% on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2!

Mike Viray — Sat, 09 Mar 2024 00:05:44 +0000

While Samsung’s Galaxy Buds line consists of a lot of different models (it can get confusing at times, admittedly), the company’s Galaxy Buds 2 are a nice pair of wireless earbuds that come packed with good features. As such, folks on the hunt for a bargain might be thrilled to know that the Buds 2 are on sale right now for 33% off, bringing them down to just $99.

The Galaxy Buds 2 come with all the usual features you’d expect from a modern pair of wireless earbuds, including support for active noise cancellation, voice assistant functions, touch controls, multi-device connectivity, as well as a comfy and sleek design. You can check them out with the link below.

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SAMSUNG Galaxy Buds 2 True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds, Noise Cancelling,...

YOUR EARS NEVER HAD IT SO GOOD: Galaxy Buds2 ear buds take your passion for music to new heights with booming sound that...
TUNE OUT NOISES, TUNE IN VOICES: Active Noise Cancellation blocks out unwanted sounds, helping you keep your focus wherever...

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Backbone Teams Up with COD Warzone Mobile for the ultimate smartphone gamepad

Mike Viray — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 18:15:23 +0000

With the incoming launch of Call of Duty: Warzone for Mobile devices this month, mobile gaming accessory make Backbone has announced a major collaboration for the game’s debut – players will soon be able to get their hands on a special edition of the Backbone controller, dubbed the “Backbone One – Prestige Edition.”

READ: Backbone unveils its officially licensed PlayStation mobile gaming controller

The new version of the controller will be available on March 13, 2024 through Best Buy Drops in the Best Buy Mobile App. The Prestige Edition comes with additional double XP and special packaging, and subscribers can also take advantage of exclusive member perks including double XP and exclusive in-game items such as a Calling Card, Emblem, and Weapon Charm to customize their loadout.

Backbone players will also have additional opportunities to level up their weapons and XP with shared progression across Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone, in addition to exclusive in-game items. Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile will launch on March 21 for Android and iOS devices.

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Logitech’s MX Brio is its Most Advanced Webcam Yet

Mike Viray — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 12:51:30 +0000

Logitech’s reputation for providing good-quality productivity hardware and software knows no bounds, and the brand’s newest MX Brio webcam is a great example of this. Available in two variants – the MX Brio and MX Brio 705 for Business – Logitech’s latest webcam packs some impressive features geared towards productivity.

The webcam features support for Ultra HD 4K resolution, as well as an advanced webcam sensor that comes with 70 percent larger pixels than the slightly older Brio 4K. There’s also AI-enhancement onboard, which Logitech says can enhance image quality using auto light correction, face-based image enhancement, and video with improved face visibility and finer image details.

The webcam also comes with customization options including manual adjustments for exposure, tint, vibrance, field of view and more via Logi Options+, Logi Tune, and G HUB software. There’s also “Show Mode” that makes it easier for users to share sketches or other physical objects on their desks by simply tilting the webcam.

For audio, the MX Brio has a pair of built-in beamforming mics for reduced background noise. For the MX Brio 705, there’s also an included “RightSight” autoframing feature, which detects and centers on the speaker even as they move around, can be enabled through Logi Tune for enterprise customers with MX Brio 705.

The MX Brio will be available in Graphite and Pale Grey color options via www.logitech.com and other global retailers for a recommended retail price of $199.99 in North America and €229 in Europe. Meanwhile, the MX Brio 705 is available in Graphite via Logitech authorized resellers for $199.99.

Source: Logitech

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The JBL Pulse 5 is 36% OFF in the AWESOME deal!

Tyler Lee — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 09:26:35 +0000

The JBL Pulse 5 is a beautiful Bluetooth speaker. It has lights that can pulse (hence the name) according to the music. It can also get pretty loud, making it a great Bluetooth speaker for the bedroom or living room with the added bonus of mood lighting. Unfortunately, it does not come cheap. Thankfully, the JBL Pulse 5 is on sale where you can save $90 with this amazing deal.

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Amazon is currently selling a renewed version of the Bluetooth speaker. For those unfamiliar, renewed on Amazon basically means refurbished. It has been tested to ensure that it works so if you’re not that fussy about owning a pre-loved product, then there’s money to be saved.

The JBL Pulse 5 is normally priced at $250. If you get the renewed version, it is on sale where it is now priced at $160. This save you $90 in the process. It’s a pretty great deal, especially for such a fantastic set of speakers. So, if you’ve had your eye on the JBL Pulse 5 for a while, then click here to go to Amazon and claim this deal today!

JBL Pulse 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Dazzling Light Show - Black...

Eye-catching 360-degree light show: Brighten your nights with 360 degrees of eye-catching colors synced to the beat of your...
Bold sound and deep bass in all directions: You'll enjoy pure, bold JBL Original Pro Sound in all directions with its...

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Circular Slim Smart Ring Review – One Ring Closer

Specious Coda-Bishop — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:41:53 +0000

Smart rings aren’t new to the tech world. There have been smart rings around the scene since early 2013 although their use has been primarily just for NFC purposes. There are a lot of reasons why people may not have heard of or considered getting a smart ring. That’s because typically rings with this technology are still very chunky. Monitors that can do the things you would ideally like it to; like tracking your steps, and checking your temperature need to get to a size where they could fit in something as small as a ring! That innovation takes time. It’s also one of the reasons why you haven’t seen major players like Samsung or Apple join the race for the smart ring market yet.

The landscape is about to change though. Rumours abound of the Samsung Smart Ring being released in 2024. So there has never been a better time than now to get a state of play as to what’s possible in the smart ring space.

So when I approached Circular to see about their latest smart ring – the Circular Slim I was excited to put it through its paces. I had a very challenging set of circumstances to put it through which is an international move.

Calibration and Kira

There is nothing quite so stressful in someone’s life as to try and organise an international move. So there was nothing I could think of that would put it through its paces better. There is a lot to consider when you’re moving to a new country and there is lots to sort out. Between packing, bills, paperwork and everything else that comes with a move. So tracking my sleep, stress and other metrics was going to be very important. After all, stress can make you additionally sick and that was not time I was willing to lose.

Circular has a 14-day calibration period where you will wear it in performance mode for it to get a better sense of where your baseline is. For you to not subliminally mess with these figures, nothing is displayed in terms of your key metrics or analytics until the calibration is over. This was fine for me, given I was busy and not interested in micromanaging my stats. But for those who would have liked to dive in from the jump – it may be a little frustrating.

Kira is Circular Smart Ring’s AI which will give you daily feedback as to how you slept the night before or other things that you may need to know. She is limited in her functionality, so don’t go into it thinking it is a ChatGPT-style AI that can be the be-all and end-all. That’s not her role, her role is to be able to track back on the information she does have and be able to make suggestions based on your specific metrics. The more consistently you wear the ring, the more data Kira has to report back. So it is very much a process. The more you use it, the better it will get.

Teething Issues

Connectivity & Syncing

There is no such thing as being a tech reviewer and not stumbling upon some issues. For me, my issues lay in its initial setup and connectivity. I’m still not sure what the overall issue was for the first few days. Connectivity was an absolute non-runner. This doesn’t seem to be an uncommon issue when looking into it, as some of the connectivity issues do take time. It did get so bad that I was concerned that I may have gotten a defective unit. In saying that, magically, many attempts later it all connected just fine. I’m happy to report that I had no further issues with connectivity after that. But it was very strange nonetheless. You would expect there to be a push for some software or firmware updates to be the issue with this, but no. There were no such updates around the initial time of setting up that would have fixed the issue. So instead of a better explanation, I think we’ll just put it down to being some Ciruclar magic.

There are also some minor issues when it comes to tracking. There is no option for the ring data to be edited. So if it tracks that I have had a nap and I haven’t – there isn’t a way of editing this out of your data for the day. I’ve also had some minor issues around it syncing data if you don’t check in daily with it. Some of my sleep data or steps from the day before would magically go missing but reappear after a resync a few days later. Having the ability to edit these things yourself would go a long way in helping your data to become even more optimal.

Battery Life

Battery life on the device should be kept with a grain of salt. The advertisements say that the Circular Slim Smart Ring should be able to have about 5 days of use before a charge. The reality on the ground is more like 3 days. It’s important to keep in mind that I have kept the ring in performance mode all the time. I’ve never really understood buying something and then not using it at max all of the time. However, your mileage may vary if you choose to set it to a more battery-sipping setting.

Where the magic happens

Where the true magic lies in Circular Smart Rings is in Kira and its productive capabilities. As I’ve documented frequently for Phandroid, I’m one of the chronically ill members of staff and having any heads up about being sick is hugely valuable for me.

For the sake of my privacy, I’m going to be cutting around some of the screenshots but I want to talk you through a series of instances that Circular Smart Ring was able to capture and be able to inform me I was getting sick before I was fully sick.

Firstly, it informed me that there had been a small spike in my resting heart rate and then a big leap in my temperature overnight. Due to all of this when checking my overall stress score. I had an “Overwhelmed” score on my stress levels.

This prompted Kira to chat with me when I had checked in to be like “Hey, your vitals are all elevated as well as your stress scores. This is all a pretty different deviation to normal and you need to try and prevent yourself from getting further run down.” Now, the abnormal stress levels would be normal given moving and trying to organise everything else.

The temperatures and elevated heart rate were abnormal though. Keep in mind, I was still wearing the ring while moving heavy boxes and all the normal activities. So it wasn’t registering those times of extra stress or additional temperatures as irregular. It was calculating them as normal. However, it was smart enough to work out that there were stress and temperature spikes outside the range of activity that were abnormal and an indicator of illness.

I had an idle cough and some phlegm that I was able to get checked out. Sure enough, I was on the way to having an asthma-related respitory infection. So, it saved me from an extended period of being on antibiotics and was able to get away with just preventative medicine and some steroids instead. It allowed me to remain on my feet and keep going as I normally was during a very stressful time.

Impressive AI

Kira and Circular’s ability to be able to do this is very impressive. It is truly where the magic of this ring happens. Being able to inform people of potential issues and then having people able to act on that information could be hugely beneficial to people long term. This can only come from being able to have access to your data over a set course of time so that it can track these variations should they occur. There is nothing short of saying that this technology is cool and has a lot of potential.

We tend as humans to want all-encompassing solutions. I think when you look at Circular and their smart rings you need to keep tempering your expectations. Kira and Circular are very good at doing this very specific set of things, but expecting it to do more than what it will lead you to be disappointed.

In fact, if you look at its current subset of things. There could be an argument to be made that it’s quite limited in its skillset. But what it does – it does very well.

Rounding up

The Circular Slim Smart ring is an easy recommendation for someone who is looking for a casual tracking device to get important metrics. If you’re looking for something more in-depth that can track your runs or workouts – then you’re still better off staying with your smartwatch for the time being.

You can check out the Circular Slim Smart Ring for E264 at Circular.xyz

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Keep your Pixel Watch 2 Safe with these Protective Cases

Mike Viray — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 23:08:21 +0000

Google’s Pixel Watch 2 is undeniably one of the company’s most impressive wearable devices to date, thanks in part to a rather stylish look as well as Google’s useful array of apps and software features. We’ve gotten two Pixel Watch models so far, and while there are key differences between the two, they share the same overall look with the glass dome and metal design.

With that in mind though, the Pixel Watch 2 isn’t immune from damage due to this glass build – as such, we’ve put together a list of cases which you might find handy in keeping your Pixel Watch safe from drops and bumps. While some of the cases feature built-in straps, some are more minimalist in nature and simply feature a case for the watch face itself – feel free to check them out!

Spigen Liquid Air Armor Designed for Google Pixel Watch 2/Pixel Watch Case...

Everyday scratch defense in a slim and lightweight layer
Matte finish adds modern look to the sleek design

Spigen Rugged Armor Pro Designed for Google Pixel Watch 2/Pixel Watch Case...

Everyday scratch defense with flexible and shock-absorbent layer
Matte finish with carbon fiber accents add a modern look

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Spigen Thin Fit Designed for Google Pixel Watch2/Pixel Watch Case...

Everyday scratch defense in a slim and lightweight layer
Raised bezels around the screen for more screen protection

Vault Designed for Google Pixel Watch 2 Case/Google Pixel Watch Case...

Simple flexible design with rugged, modern details for tough and reliable protection
Rugged sandstone texture body offers a sleek feel on your wrist

Caseology Nano Pop [Band with Case] Designed for Google Pixel Watch 2 Band...

Simple flexible design with rugged, modern details for tough and reliable protection
Rugged sandstone texture body offers a sleek feel on your wrist

Ringke Slim [Anti-Yellowing Material / 2 Pack] Compatible with Google Pixel...

Compatible with Google Pixel Watch 2
Solid PC material gurantees Anti-Yellowing

SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro Series Case for Google Pixel Watch/Pixel Watch 2...

Compatible with Google Pixel Watch [41mm] 2022 release / Google Pixel Watch 2 [41mm] 2023 release.
UB Pro case includes scratch-resistant band for convenience and value. Pixel Watch simply snaps into place.

i-Blason Armorbox for Google Pixel Watch 2 Case with Band/ Pixel Watch Band...

[Compatibility] Compatible with Google Pixel Watch 2 41mm (2023), Google Pixel Watch 41mm (2022).
[Fits Most Wrists] Fully-adjustable and comfortable wristband fits 5.1'' to 9.8'' (130mm - 250mm) wrists.

SURITCH Band Compatible with Google Pixel Watch/Pixel 2 Watch 41mm, Soft...

【Upgrade Full Protective Design】Sleek design provides a rugged defense that wraps around the entirety of the Google Pixel...
【Comfortable to Wear】This band is smooth and skin-friendly, which will bring you a comfortable wearing experience. You...

JETech Case with Screen Protector for Google Pixel Watch 2 (2023) / Pixel...

[Compatibility] Designed for Google Pixel Watch 2 (2023) / Pixel Watch (2022). Please double check the model of your device...
[Superior Quality] Integrated with hard PC shell and 9H hardness tempered glass screen protector. Promise accurate and quick...

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Check out these 10 Awesome Cases for the OnePlus 12!

Mike Viray — Fri, 01 Mar 2024 22:46:32 +0000

As far as Android phones in North America are concerned, the OnePlus 12 is up there with the top players in the market, thanks to a solid combination of hardware and performance – OnePlus’ latest flagship packs the impressive Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, a capable camera setup, in addition to a gorgeous display and design.

READ: The OnePlus 12 is officially available in the US

It should be said though that at the end of the day, the OnePlus 12 is still a smartphone, after all – the device’s glass and metal construction does mean that it might be prone to damage from accidental knocks and bumps. As such, you might be interested in adding a bit of protection to your smartphone, by way of a case.

Sure, a lot of cases might have the reputation of being “too bulky,” but they also provide extra padding to your phone should you accidentally drop your device. We’ve listed some great-quality cases for the OnePlus 12 below, which come in different shapes and sizes – feel free to check them out!

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Spigen Liquid Air Designed for OnePlus 12 Case (2024) - Matte Black

Drop protection via Air Cushion Technology
Matte textured design for a non-slip grip

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Spigen Tough Armor Designed for OnePlus 12 Case (2024) - Black

All-new foam technology for an extra layer of shock resistance
Combination of TPU and Polycarbonate for dual protection from drops and scratches

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TUDIA DualShield Grip Designed for OnePlus 12 Case 5G (2024), [MergeGrip]...

[Compatibility] Case Compatible with OnePlus 12 5G (2024) Only
[Drop Tested] Certified military grade and ToughRhino Technology for dual layer protection against drops and scratches

Poetic Guardian Case for OnePlus 12 5G (2024), Built-in Screen Protector...

[OnePlus 12 5G Case] - Military Grade Drop Tested Rugged Case Compatible with OnePlus 12 5G - Shockproof/Drop-proof/Impact...
[Case for OnePlus 12] - Extra raised lips and corners of the front hard frame provide super protection from drops, keep your...

Poetic Revolution Case for OnePlus 12 5G (2024), Built-in Screen Protector...

[OnePlus 12 5G Case] - 20FT Military Grade Drop Tested Case protects your OnePlus 12 from all angles....
[OnePlus 12 Case] - Built-in Pull out kickstand for hands-free viewing in portrait or landscape mode.

Ringke Fusion-X [Precise Cutouts for Camera Lenses] Compatible with OnePlus...

Ringke-designed tactile camouflage print
Precise cutouts for additional camera lens protection

Nillkin Magnetic & Camera Stand for OnePlus 12 Case, Compatible with...

Updated to Magsafe - Designed for OnePlus 12, Powerful magnetic ring that aligns perfectly and locks into place quickly,...
CamShield Prop Case - Upgrated Flip Camera Cover, Metal Flip Camera Design will protects the camera lens from fingerprint and...

Nillkin for OnePlus 12 Case, CamShield Pro Case with Slide Camera Cover,...

CamShield Pro Case - Designed exclusively for OnePlus 12, NOT for other devices.
Camera Cover Slide Design - Sliding cover protects the camera lens from fingerprint and scratches. and protect your privacy.

Nillkin for OnePlus 12 Magsafe Case 6.82’’ Frosted Shield for OnePlus...

【Compatible with OnePlus 12】Nillkin Super Frosted Shield Pro Case For OnePlus 12 with built in Magnet Circle. Not...
【Built-in Strong Magnetic Circle】- Strong magnetic connection ensures optimized and fast wireless charging, full...

Foluu Slim Fit Case for OnePlus 12 2024, Translucent Matte Hard PC Back &...

【Compatibility】: Exclusively designed for OnePlus 12 5G 2024. Precise cutouts enable full access to all features and...
【All Round Protection】Hard PC Back + Soft TPU bumper corners, provide Shock-Absorption, Anti-Scratch protection. Unique...

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Samsung is Working on New High-Speed Micro SD Cards

Mike Viray — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 16:23:47 +0000

In addition to its Galaxy phones and other high-end smart devices, Samsung is also known for its wide range of external and portable storage solutions, which include its micro SD cards and hard drives. As such, Samsung recently announced that it’s started sampling its 256GB SD Express microSD card, which features read speeds of up to 800 megabytes per second.

Additionally, the company also announced that it has begun mass production of its 1TB UHS-1 microSD card. Hangu Sohn, Vice President of the Memory Brand Product Biz Team at Samsung Electronics states:

“With our two new microSD cards, Samsung has provided effective solutions to address the growing demands of mobile computing and on-device AI… Despite their tiny size, these memory cards deliver powerful SSD-like performance and capacity to help users get more out of demanding modern and future applications.”

Samsung hasn’t exactly specified how much the new micro SD cards will be, although it did give a timeline of when buyers can expect the new cards to arrive. The 256GB SD Express microSD card will be made available for purchase later in 2024, while the 1TB UHS-1 microSD card is set to launch within Q3 2024.

Source: Samsung

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The NITRO DECK+ is Here, and it Packs Some Nice Upgrades

Mike Viray — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:53:46 +0000

If you’re constantly on the lookout for new accessories for your Nintendo Switch, then you might have come across CRKD’s Nitro Deck controller for the Switch, which features a unique look in addition to a very comfy design. If you haven’t gotten one yet however, then you might want to check out CRKD’s sequel, the Nitro Deck+.

The company promises a drift-free experience with the Nitro Deck+, in addition to a wide range of features built into the controller. These include enhanced ergonomics with an adjustment to the right thumbstick placement, direct connection to a TV with no need for an external dock, two new ‘Sidekick’ buttons for more customization options, as well as a new easy eject system allows for simple removal of the Switch console from the Nitro Deck+.

Additionally, the newer version comes with an upgraded and adjustable rumble system, alongside support for Bluetooth connecitivity, allowing players to link their controller to the CRKD App for firmware updates. The Nitro Deck + can connect via the default USB-C wired connection or via Bluetooth when the switch is inserted into the deck.

With all that said, the Nitro Deck+ is now available for pre-order, and will be available in Clear Black and Clear White. Both variants retail for: $69.99, with early pre-orders expected to begin shipping from late April 2024.

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TORRAS Ostand Power Bank adds a kickstand to your phone!

Tyler Lee — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:43:42 +0000

Power banks are a dime a dozen and there are so many to choose from you might be finding it hard to make a decision. Most power banks are simple in the sense that they’re basically an extension of your phone’s battery, nothing more, nothing less. But if you want something that can offer a bit more functionality, then the TORRAS Magnetic Portable Charger could be the perfect accessory for you.

Slim and portable

Unlike some power banks, the TORRAS Magnetic Portable Charger is pretty small and slim. It measures a mere 0.45-inches thick which makes it incredibly easy to slip into your backpack or pocket. It is also built using an aluminum alloy frame that allows it to be pretty light.

This is also thanks to the use of high-density lithium cobalt oxide cells. This allows TORRAS to create a power bank that’s 50% smaller compared to other similar power banks. These are important aspects to consider especially since the charger itself supports MagSafe/Qi2. This means that if you want a magnetic charger attachment for your phone without the weight and bulk, this could be a good call. We’ll be getting into that particular feature in a minute.

In addition to being slim and portable, the power bank also comes with a 360-degree rotating kickstand. If you like watching videos and hate holding it up all the time, this kickstand will come in handy. It can be rotated 360-degrees which means that if you want to prop your phone up in landscape for videos, or prop it up vertically for video calls, you can.

TORRAS claims that they have tested the durability of the kickstand’s opening and closing mechanism over 30,000 times, so you don’t have to worry about it breaking off anytime soon.

MagSafe compatible

One of the key features of the TORRAS Magnetic Portable Charger that we like is that it’s MagSafe compatible. If you own an iPhone that supports MagSafe, you just need to pop it on the back and you can start charging!

But what about Android users? Thankfully, as MagSafe started to gain popularity, accessory makers have started to create magnet-supported accessories. If you own one of those, you can use this power bank with it too. Also, another thing worth noting, is that because Apple helped with the design of Qi2, phones that support Qi2 wireless charging will be able to use this power bank as well.

This is because the Qi2 standard incorporates the use of magnets in a similar fashion as MagSafe. You should be good as long as your phone (or phone case) supports Qi2.

TORRAS has also chosen to use Halbacy magnets. This offers a strong magnetic force supporting up to 1.2kg, so you don’t have to worry about the power bank falling off your phone.

Long-lasting battery

The battery of the TORASS Ostand Power Bank has a 10,000mAh capacity. This should be eough to charge the average phone nearly two times if it’s fully depleted. If you’re someone who uses their phone heavily, you don’t have to worry about battery life with this power bank.

If you’re concerned about safety, that’s also something you won’t have to worry about. TORRAS has a comprehensive safety system built into the power bank. This includes features like temperature control, overcharge protection, and short circuit protection. It also uses graphene technology for better heat efficiency.

The part of the power bank making contact with your phone is also made using nano-silica gel material. This allows for a softer and gentler docking if you’re concerned about bumps or scratches.

Pricing & availability

If you think that the TORRAS Magnetic Portable Charger could be the perfect accessory for you, you can grab it from their Amazon store for $59.99. While there might be cheaper power banks available, we think that the features this power bank offers along with its slim and stylish design makes it great value for money.

TORRAS is also offering customers worry-free 180-day warranty, so if there are any issues, you’re covered. So, what are you waiting for?

TORRAS 10000mAh Magsafe Battery Pack with Stand 【360° Rotatable】...

【Last Longer, Charge Safer】Premium battery cell keeps the lifespan of your magsafe power bank from fading even after 3...
【Portable and Strong Magnetic】As the world's smallest 10000mAh wireless charger with stand, it features a high-density...

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CRAZY deal for the Beats Fit Pro shaves $50 off its price!

Tyler Lee — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 10:32:32 +0000

There are many wireless earbuds in the market today but obviously they’re created with different needs in mind. For example, some earbuds are aimed at audiophiles that might value sound quality over everything else. Some earbuds have long-lasting batteries. Some are designed to be affordable. If you’re looking for a pair of wireless earbuds for the gym, then perhaps this deal for the Beats Fit Pro could be worth checking out.

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The Beats Fit Pro is one of the more highly-rated earbuds when it comes to fitness and the gym. The earbuds are normally priced close to $200, but right now on Amazon, they’re enjoying a $50 discount that brings it down to around $145. This is an excellent deal for wireless earbuds especially considering what you’ll be getting.

Unlike Apple’s AirPods, these earbuds are slightly more platform agnostic. They do benefit iOS users more, but they can be used with your PC or Android phone without any issues. So if you’ve had your eye on the Beats Fit Pro but thought they were too expensive, then this is the deal for you.

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Grab Anker’s 10,000mAh power bank for DIRT CHEAP right now!

Tyler Lee — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:21:46 +0000

Power banks are so common these days that it’s incredibly easy to find one in the market. Of course, if you prefer to buy a power bank from a reputable brand, Anker is a brand that comes to mind. The company makes all kinds of mobile accessories, including power banks, and if you’re looking for a deal, Anker’s got something you might want to check out.

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Anker’s 10,000mAh power bank is normally priced at $50, but right now it’s enjoying a $20 discount which brings it down to $30. This is an absolute power bank bargain if we ever saw one. It comes with multiple ports that allows you to charge USB-C and USB-A devices. It also supports Power IQ 3.0 with 30W max output, so it should charge most devices fairly quickly.

The 10,000mAh battery also means that it is within allowance if you want to bring it on board a flight. This is a great power bank deal so if you want to save some money, then Anker’s power bank is definitely a deal you don’t want to miss!

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REDMAGIC’s New GaN Charger Packs Speedy but Safe Charging

Mike Viray — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:19:14 +0000

Besides smartphones, Chinese manufacturer REDMAGIC also specializes in developing smartphone peripherals, which include accessories such as chargers. With that in mind, REDMAGIC recently announced that it will be launching a new DAO 150W GaN charger, which will go on sale on March 1, with a $20 discount until March 31.

In terms of compatibility, the charger comes with support for multiple devices thanks to a generous serving of ports including a 150W DC port, a pair of USB-C ports with 140W output, and a 30W USB-A output. For design, the charger includes foldable prongs, as well as a desktop charging station. REDMAGIC also states that the charger is designed to prevent overcharging and overheating, making it safe for use.

Additionally, the charger also features a transparent housing which REDMAGIC refers to as a “DAO” design (hence the name). This integrates a metallic design and RGB lighting, adding a bit of gaming-inspired design that the REDMAGIC brand is known for.

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