The House of Marley launches new eco-friendly wireless headphones, Uprise

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The House of Marley launches new eco-friendly wireless headphones, Uprise

House of Marley’s latest release, the Uprise wireless earphones. Previewed at CES 2018, the Uprise is bringing sustainability to the summer gear line-up.

Released just in time for your summer holidays and outdoor workouts, the Uprise offer quality performance with a comfortable fit during any activity. The modular design allows for minimalist ear hanger and loop options to ensure they stay secure throughout a run or through the airport, while their IPX5 rating makes them both sweat and weatherproof.

Crafted using recycled, natural wood-fibre composite, and fully equipped with a travel case made from recycled water bottles and 100% recyclable packaging, the Uprise wireless earphones are a conscious alternative to the plastic heavy products on the market today.

• Materials: Natural Wood Fibre + Recycled PP Composite, REGRIND Silicone, Recyclable Aluminum
• 8-Hour Battery Life: Up to 8 hours of playtime with a single charge with the provided micro USB cable
• Sweat & Weather Proof – IPX5 Rated: The Bluetooth wireless in-earphone is both sweat and weatherproof
• Microphone and 3-Button Controls: Offering full remote functionality for calls and music
• Optimum Customisable Fit and Stability: For workouts or on-the-go, the modular design offers removable and flexible ear hangers, three loop sizes, three ear gel sets, and an adjustable cord lock to ensure a custom fit for everyone
• Durable Braided Cable: The signature cable is made from a durable braided material that is tangle resistant
• Stash Bag: The Uprise fits perfectly into the included travel stash bag made of recycled water bottles
• RRP: £79.99

House of Marley is changing the way audio makers think, by considering how the products they create an impact on the environment. As part of Project Marley and the #MaterialsMatter initiative House of Marley has teamed up with One Tree Planted, a not-for-profit dedicated to reforestation efforts. Through the charitable initiative, a percentage of each product sold goes toward the planting of trees in areas of need with 100,000 trees planted to date in Indonesia, Canada and California.

The Uprise wireless earphones are available now at TheHouseofMarley.co.uk and select retailers nationwide like Amazon.co.uk.

snakebyte announces Head:Set 4/Head:Set X, Two Brand New Gaming Headsets for PS4/Xbox One

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snakebyte announces Head:Set 4/Head:Set X, Two Brand New Gaming Headsets for PS4/Xbox One

snakebyte group, has announced today the Head:Set 4 and Head:Set X, an all-new range of gaming headsets for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One expecting to begin shipping across Europe this July.

First announced at E3 2018 the two brand new headsets offer plug-and-play gaming, with fuss free connection to gamers’ console controllers and no batteries or transmitters to install. Incredibly affordable, the Head:Set 4(PlayStation) and Head:Set X (Xbox) perform at a level far beyond that of a typical budget headset.

High-power 40mm Neodymium drivers deliver richly detailed audio, allowing gamers to pin-point movements of enemies and team mates when playing online, while the removable boom mic is fully flexible and extremely accurate, essential when discussing strategy with team mates in battle. The highly padded earcups have been designed to isolate background noise and provide a luxuriously comfortable design, ideal for extended gaming sessions. Lastly, the extra-long 1.2 metre cable features an in-line volume control, allowing gamers to adjust their audio levels without reaching for the remote!

Mike Steup, CEO for snakebyte commented, “Thanks to the continued popularity of games like Fortnite and PUBG, a quality gaming headset is at the top of every true gamers’ wish list. When looking at the category, it became clear that there was an opportunity for us to provide a headset that was affordable to all gamers but offered a level of quality that would surely impress. In high speed ‘Battle Royale’ games, it’s imperative that you can communicate clearly with other players and accurately track enemy movements. We think that the new Head:Set 4 and Head:Set X fit the bill perfectly and will become very popular products in our range.”

The new snakebyte Head:Set 4 and Head:Set X are expected to begin shipping in July 2018 and will be available from all leading retailers.

Tomb Raider Live In Concert with Full Orchestra & Choir Announced for London Royal Festival Hall – 17th September 2018

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Tomb Raider Live In Concert with Full Orchestra & Choir Announced for London Royal Festival Hall – 17th September 2018

One of the most iconic video games in history, Tomb Raider will have the music from the first three games in the franchise celebrated at the Royal Festival Hall with a full live orchestra and choir.

Since the release in 1996 of the original 3D action / adventure game, the series, which introduced one of the most iconic female super heroines of all time, Lara Croft, has been an unprecedented and huge success.

By 1999, there had been three Tomb Raider games with combined sales of over 30 million copies worldwide. Lara Croft had become universally recognised and was not only being used to advertise products such as Lucozade, she even went on tour with U2.

But it wasn’t just Tomb Raider and Lara Croft that had attained universal popularity. The game’s remarkable music had itself become an integral part of the phenomenon. Written by internationally acclaimed games composer, Nathan McCree, the theme from Tomb Raider (1996) is as famous in the gaming world as James Bond is to film.

The Tomb Raider Suite is comprised of 24 fully orchestrated pieces of music written for the concert stage by McCree and is based on his original compositions for the first three games: Tomb Raider (1996), Tomb Raider II and Tomb Raider III

Audience members at the Royal Festival Hall will be engulfed by a full live orchestra and choir performing the unique and unforgettable score, alongside classic moments from the video games which will be projected on a giant screen behind the orchestra.

Tickets On Sale:
Pre-sale: Thursday 5th July
General Sale: Friday 6th July

Tickets:
Ticket prices: £60, £45, £35, £29.50

Ticketmaster

Monday 17th September 2018

London Royal Festival Hall
Southbank Centre
Belvedere Rd
Lambeth
London
SE1 8XX

Two Minute Review: YI Waterproof Case

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Two Minute Review: YI Waterproof Case

We just reviewed the YI Discovery Action Camera, and here is our two minute review of the YI Waterproof Case.

Waterproof grade P68 to protect your camera from up to 132’ under water.
Specialized design delivers sharp images above and below water.

German Schott glass used on Waterproof Case lens, 98.5% on light transmittance
delivers high definition above and below water.

Who are YI Techology:

From their website:

“YI Technology is a leading, international provider of advanced, intelligent imaging technologies, products, services, and platforms. Its development team consists of industry-leading experts from the US, China, Japan, Israel and Europe with several decades of combined experience in imaging technology, algorithms, data analysis, cloud computing and mobile applications. YI is committed to using innovative technology to make everyday life safer, richer and more fun.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the case, a clip, a tightener and instructions.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

So you have the YI Discovery Action Camera but you want to keep it protected. Maybe you want to use it underwater, or on the water, or maybe you want to keep it safe in dusty environments. That’s where the Waterproof Case comes it.

It’s very use to use – just press the clip and open the back – place the camera in and seal it back up.

There is a button on the top for turning the camera on and off and starting the recording.

The case is very clear, even underwater, and it certainly protected the camera well.

You even get parts that enable you to attach the camera and case to a selfie stick (if that’s your thing)!

Just make sure you wipe off the fingerprints from the case before using it – it marks easily.

The YI Waterproof Case is available now priced around £24.99 and is a must if you own one of the YI cameras.

You can learn more from the Yi website.

Two Minute Review: Venom Tennis Racket Twin Pack for Nintendo Switch

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Two Minute Review: Venom Tennis Racket Twin Pack for Nintendo Switch

It’s time for our Two Minute Review of the Tennis Racket Twin Pack for Nintendo Switch from Venom.

Ace every match with the help of Venom’s Tennis Racket Twin Pack for Nintendo Switch. Simply insert your Joy-Cons and you and your opponent are ready to play like the pros. Features a lightweight design and handy wrist strap help you deliver that killer serve.

Features

  • Tennis Racket Twin Pack for use with Nintendo Switch
  • Lightweight ergonomic design
  • Wrist strap for added security during use
  • Quick assembly – simply insert your Joy-Cons and you’re ready to play

Who are Venom?

From their website:

“Since 1999, UK based Venom has designed and manufactured gaming accessories. We pride ourselves on producing quality products at an affordable price. All our products are designed in the UK by our dedicated design team to create desirable accessories to enhance the gaming experience.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the two tennis rackets.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

With Mario Tennis Aces now available on the Nintendo Switch, and other similar games likely on the horizon, Venom have released a pair of Tennis Rackets that you fit your joy-cons into.

Fitting the joy-cons is simple – just click them into place and you are ready to go. To remove them you just push them out. Simple!

The rackets themselves are lightweight and easy to both hold, and use.

If you want to get a more immersive experience playing a tennis game on your Switch and that won’t break the bank then pick up this twin pack today!

Available now priced around £9.99.

You can learn more from the Venom website. 

Review: YI Discovery Action Camera

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Review: YI Discovery Action Camera

Here is our review of the YI Discovery Action Camera.

YI Discovery is the perfect backup camera for beginners or just to risk those difficult shots. The camera gives the freedom for users to discover and see more for less.

The reliable image sensor guarantees excellent image quality. Despite the affordable price, the camera comes with 2.0” LCD Touch Screen display that allows users to easily navigate through settings and modes and never miss a shot.

Features

  • Sony IMX179 8MP image senso
  • 4K/20 fps video resolution
  • 2” LCD Touchscreen with 320×240 resolution
  • 150° Wide-Angle Lens
  • Built-in 2.4GHz Wi-Fi module
  • 110 mins battery life

The full specs of the camera can be found here.

Who are YI Techology:

From their website:

“YI Technology is a leading, international provider of advanced, intelligent imaging technologies, products, services, and platforms. Its development team consists of industry-leading experts from the US, China, Japan, Israel and Europe with several decades of combined experience in imaging technology, algorithms, data analysis, cloud computing and mobile applications. YI is committed to using innovative technology to make everyday life safer, richer and more fun.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the camera, a battery, a cable and instructions.

A Closer Look

There is also an app you can install onto your smartphone.

You can see, and control all of the device settings from the app.

Final Thoughts

The first thing you notice when you open the box is that the camera is very very small so it can easily slip in to a pocket or bag and not take up much room at all!

Setting up the camera for the first time was very simple and quick – using the app made it even easier as the touchscreen on the back of the camera is quite small.

You connect the app to the camera using the cameras built in 2.4Ghz wifi and then you use the app to download any firmware updates and then send those to the camera.

You can change a number of settings, including the quality of the recordings (all the way up to 4K 20fps), the format of the records (NTSC or PAL), sounds, and so on. You can also see various information such as the size of the card in the camera, record times, and so on.

Using the camera is so easy – just press and hold the power button on the top of the camera to switch on, then press the same button to start and stop the recording. My only slight gripe with that is that the button is fairly sensitive so it is easy to stop the recording by accident – although this will largely depend on how you hold the camera.

There are different modes built into the camera, including burst mode and time lapse mode so it’s a lot more than just a simple point and shoot.

The battery life is very good – you get around 75 minutes of recording at 4K and around 110 minutes at 1080p. The battery is charged via the supplied cable when you connect it to any USB port or plug.

You can also take pictures with the camera if you didn’t want to shoot video.

You can use the app to view live video if you wish so you could set the camera up somewhere and then control it from the app. You can also use the app to edit the pictures and video and then share whatever you produce easily.

The sound quality is very good too.

There is also a waterproof case for the camera which we will look at separately.

The YI Discovery Action Camera is a great addition to whatever your existing camera set up is – YI describe it as a backup camera but you can certainly use it for more than that if you wish, and for the price its a no brainer – buy it today, you really wont be disappointed.

The YI Discovery Action Camera is available now priced around £42.99.

You can learn more from the Yi website.

ID@Xbox Releases: Week of June 25 – 29 2018

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ID@Xbox Releases: Week of June 25 – 29 2018

Each week a number of new ID@Xbox titles are released. Here is the roundup of the releases for the week of June 25 – 28 2018.

LUMINES REMASTERED

The critically-acclaimed puzzle game is back! LUMINES REMASTERED is an HD remake of the original Lumines that debuted in 2004 on the PSP. Earning high praise and awards, it remained the top-rated title on the platform for four years and continued on to establish an action-puzzle series loved by millions of players. 

LUMINES REMASTERED beautifully marries the elements of sound, light and puzzle-action into one addictive, yet easy-to-play game. You’re at the center of the high-energy, block-dropping action while you groove to awesome house, trance and techno beats!

M.A.C.E.

M.A.C.E. is a classic space shoot ’em up, inspired by the legendary Amiga games of this genre. Handdrawn 2D graphics in HD resolutions, parallax scrolling, explosion effects and optimized games mechanics, combined with the proven gameplay are transporting the Spirit of Amiga in today’s Age.

Next Up Hero

Next Up Hero is a dungeon crawler featuring hand-drawn heroes that hack, slash, bongo-drum, boomerang, and jet their way through Ventures. Choose your Hero and start rolling dungeons, gearing out, and maxing your stats. Invite a friend for co-op—you’re going to need all the help you can get.

Magical Brickout

Magical Brickout offers a new twist on the beloved classic Breakout formula. Instead of moving a small paddle back and forth across the screen you are able to rotate the bricks in a circular fashion as you frantically try to keep the ball in the play area. This fast-paced and addictive gameplay is only half of the fun. Combined with a fantasy theme and beautifully hand painted graphics, casual and hardcore gamers will be entertained for hours.

Eventide 3: Legacy of Legends

Step into the shoes of Mary Gilbert – world renowned botanist and guardian of Fern Flower—to once again explore the mythical realm of Slavic fables. Travel to forgotten flying islands among the clouds to stop an evil sorcerer and gain the favor of a thunder god. Save your kidnapped brother and prevent a catastrophic flood caused by the conflict between humans and the ancient Clouders.

See you next week for another round-up of the new ID@Xbox releases.

Hands on for the Blackberry KEY2 at the London launch

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Hands on for the Blackberry KEY2 at the London launch

We are here at the UK launch of the Blackberrry Key2.

With a 4.5-inch HD display, a Snapdragon 660 processor, 6GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and packing a 3500mAh hour battery, as well a new, larger and more intelligent keyboard, the BlackBerry KEY2 steps into the role of being a KEYone successor quite nicely priced at £579.

Here is the specs of the Blackberry Key2

 

Operating System Android 8.1 Oreo
Display 4.5-inch, 1620×1080
IPS LCD
434ppi
3:2 aspect ratio
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 660
Octa-Core 2.2 GHz x 4 + 1.8GHz x 4
Adreno 512 GPU
RAM 6GB
Storage 64GB (Silver), 64GB (Black)
Expandable microSD up to 256GB
Rear Camera Dual Camera 12M (1.28um, F1.8) + 12M (1.0um, F2.6) with Dual Tone LED Flash
HDR, 4K video recording at 30 fps
Scan, Private Capture
Front Camera 8MP Fixed Focus
Selfie flash
1080p/30 video
Battery 3500 mAh non-removable
Charging USB-C
Compatible with USB Power Delivery 2.0 v1.2 & 9V2A 18W Quick Charge 3.0 Chargers
Water resistance No
Headphone jack Yes
Security DTEK security suite
FIPS 140-2 Full Disk Encryption
Android For Work, Google Play for Work
Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11ac, 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 LE, NFC
GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, OTDOA
FM Radio, 4G Mobile Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, USB OTG
BBF100-1 – EU, Africa, AU, Japan LTE Band 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/17/19/20/26/28/32
TD-LTE Band 38/39/40/41
Dimensions 151.4mm x 71.8mm x 8.5mm
Weight 168g

 

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy out now for ps4, xbox one, nintendo switch

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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy out now for ps4, xbox one, nintendo switch

Crash Bandicoot fans and gamers can relive the ‘90s with the launch of Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy’s arrival to new platforms marks the first time that the original three games – Crash Bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped – will be playable on these platforms.

To celebrate launch day, Activision is bringing Stormy Ascent and Future Tense to Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy at no additional charge. Stormy Ascent, the infamous, unfinished level from the original Crash Bandicoot game allows players to embark on a treacherous journey up the walls of a terrifying castle, on a stormy night filled with Crash’s fiercest enemies. In 2017, Stormy Ascent launched exclusively to the PlayStation Store. Now, bandicoots on all platforms will be able to experience the fun of this remastered and notoriously difficult level designed to challenge the most hardened of Crash fans! Existing Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy owners on PlayStation 4 can download Stormy Ascent at no additional charge from the PlayStation Store.

The ‘coot core will also receive a brand-new level called Future Tense. Developed by Vicarious Visions, Future Tense brings an extra layer of difficulty to Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped’s Future world, as players dodge rockets, destroy robots and leap over lasers while ascending a massive futuristic skyscraper. Future Tense pays homage to the unreleased Waterfall level from the original Crash Bandicoot game. Future Tense is now available at no additional charge to all gamers on PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

“Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy was the number one‐selling remastered collection in PS4 history, and we’re excited to bring Crash in all his “Fur-K” glory to all major platforms today,” said Steve Young, Chief Revenue Officer at Activision. “Crash has bridged gaps between generations, and we’re honored to continue his legacy by giving fans the opportunity to experience the fun of the remastered trilogy across multiple platforms.”

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy features more than 100 levels to explore, dazzling “N. Hanced Fur-K” graphics and cinematics, an acclaimed soundtrack, newly recorded dialogue from familiar voice actors, and much more.

CAT QUEST II: The Lupus Empire will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One and PC

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CAT QUEST II: The Lupus Empire will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PS4, Xbox One and PC

Cat Quest, developers The Gentlebros, will be continuing the story of the world of Felingard – a fantastical land populated by adorable cats.
Under threat from a continuing war between the Cats of Felingard and the advancing Lupus Empire, CAT QUEST II will tell the tale of two rivals, brought together against their will, on a journey of discovery. Can they put aside their differences and bring peace to their world?

CAT QUEST II: THE LUPUS EMPIRE WILL FEATURE:
• Brand new story set in the world of Felingard – and beyond!
• All new switch and co-op gameplay. Play as both Cat and Dog, either alone or with a friend!
• New weapons types – Swords, Staves and more will bring added depth to combat.
• More spells bringing added furry judgement to your foes.
• New passive abilities, whose attributes can be mixed and combined for endless possibilities!

Retaining the delightfully addictive bite-sized adventuring and combat mechanics of Cat Quest, that won the hearts of gamers the world over, CAT QUEST II will expand and improve on every aspect of the original.

PQube and The Gentlebros look forward to revealing more details for Cat Quest fans in the coming months!

CAT QUEST II: The Lupus Empire will be coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC/Steam in 2019!

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