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Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 and BeoPlay H6

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 19:35:49 +0100

It was important to offer musical enjoyment at the highest level through technology, and to connect it with design, so the introduction of Bang & Olufsen in the latest headphones to the second brand, B & O Play, the in-ear headphones Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 and the over -ear headphones Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6.

For some time Bang & Olufsen offers products under a new brand, as the company puts it, a so-called second brand, and although the B & O BeoPlay series. The aim of this procedure is clearly to reach new customer segments, namely a rather younger buyers, but especially is quite quality conscious, very design-oriented, but has so far been very little to do with products from Bang & Olufsen. The manufacturer is about that with B & O BeoPlay the craft and technological values of the Bang & Olufsen to be implemented in new contemporary products that have a superior quality, and are aligned to an active and mobile lifestyle. Since about a year Bang & Olufsen tries to establish this second brand, now we first presented headphones in this series, and thus - according to the definition - precisely those products that probably in the future belong to the core business of this brand.

Accordingly, much effort should have been operated in the development of these two headphones, because it was, the producer, music on the go as authentic as possible to reproduce. This will be achieved inter alia through the use of modern technologies.

Basis for the development were extensive studies about the shape and contour of the human ear, so that a suitable design for achieving the best possible sound experience could be found. It was only possible to really be able to represent every detail and to realize a unique frequency response of the headphones, the company said in the corresponding transmission.

This applies of course not only for the running as In-ear Headphones Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3, but also to the over-ear headphones Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6.

As already set the In-ear Headphones Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 on a 10.8 mm drivers with so-called micro bass port to provide a dynamic and balanced listening experience. An important aspect is also the aluminum enclosure, called a unibody casing of the headphones, which constitute a solid base and is equipped with 23 air vents for an always distortion-free. From a technical point of view this means that the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 offers a frequency response of 20 to 16,000 Hz and has a sensitivity of 100 dB with an impedance of 18 ohms.

The headphones brings it to 12.8 grams and is equipped with a cable with a length of 1.35 m. This includes an integrated remote control and a microphone, the headset is therefore used in conjunction with smartphones as a headset.

At Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 is, as already mentioned, a so-called over-ear headphones, which has a driver with a 40 mm, which is driven by neodymium magnets. The drivers are arranged in a particular angle to create a constantly uniform radiation to the operator's ear is achieved and no frequency range is particularly dominant advantage. Rather, the aim was to achieve a neutral possible reproduction over the entire frequency range between 20 Hz and 22,000 Hz here. The Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 Although designed as a closed headphone, but still offers inside a bass port to achieve a balanced performance even in the bass range. With an impedance of 30 ohms of the headphones should have a sensitivity of 97 dB. Even with this headphone waived Bang & Olufsen not integrated into a 1.25 m long cable remote control and a microphone, so it can be used as a headset.

The base of the earpiece is also aluminum, the joints of the headphones are made of metal and thus designed for long term stability. In addition, the manufacturer relies on leather, a couple of plastic items, as well as a high-quality textile cover. So it brings the headphones to around 230 grams A special feature of the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 has the ability to connect multiple headphones with each other, and to be able to enjoy music in the group. This Bang & Olufsen uses a so-called daisy-chain connection technology, which is based on the Monster Music Link functionality of Monsters Inc.. In addition, the headphones can be folded together to stow easily in any time.

The industrial designer Jakob Wagner is responsible for both headphone models from the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay series, which the Company believes to be an exciting and vibrant design selected, connect the quality and functionality.

"Both products were developed together with experienced sound engineers and studio musicians to achieve the highest comfort at the same time cracking sound," explains Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, Vice President B & O PLAY. "Our customers are able to experience and enjoy music, regardless of where they reside."

Both headphone models are available from May 2013 for retailers. While at the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 has the choice between black, silver and red, the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 is available in Black leather versions, as well as natural leather colors. Both models are supplied with a carry case and an air travel adapter. At Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H3 is ear plugs replacement ear cushions are available in four different sizes, the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 supplied. Here, the manufacturer also provides another connection cable, ie one with only one control button.

Review: Caze Zero 5 UltraThin Pro Case for iPhone 5

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:19:35 +0100

Still in search of the most beautiful, functional, thin and strong case for iPhone 5? Then you have not met the Caze Zero 5 Pro. The case is made of TPU and is only 0.5 mm thick at the back, while along the frame there is a more robust, but still thin, protective rubberized material. It's like having a back cover mixed with a bumper, all in a very small thickness. It is available in 5 different colour combinations: all black, white or transparent, or transparent back with frame and black or white.

The package is complete: in addition to the iPhone 5 case there is both a front screen with a cloth and a flat structure made of transparent plastic which, if any, it turns into a stand for your smartphone.

Going straight to the point, the Zero 5 Pro fits perfectly the iPhone 5 and the additional thickness is minimal. A special feature is that the rear surface of the frame is so thin that there lies partially above, creating a slight difference. To touch you almost get the impression that there is nothing on the back and thanks to the difference in thickness will also limit the lines on the back and on the front. In essence, it is like having a cover over a bumper, the whole with a footprint on average lower than even just one of the two (considering the most products on the market).

Another thing that distinguishes the Pro Zero 5 case for iPhone 5 is that the bottom doors are closed. There are two small "flaps" in the structure of the bumper, which fit perfectly into the openings for the headset and Lightning charger. The idea is to minimize the possibility that liquid and powder fit in the doors, but it is said that this will appeal to everyone.

The first approach to this solution has not been entirely positive, in particular because it is not compatible with the dock as the "The Lightning Dock ". It also requires the use of nails to open the flaps, which, however, it must be said, are made flawlessly.

In reviewing the other features, there is this curious stand open pocket that occupies more or less the space of a credit card, so you can safely put in your wallet. If necessary, mount with a simple joint and it becomes a little support for your smartphone.

Nothing too exciting to be clear, it is always quite light and hardly supports the iPhone vertically, however it is definitely a new addition very welcome.

Conclusion

The particular choice of closing the flaps with the two lower doors is certainly one of the key factors in evaluating the product. Depending on your habits or preferences, this feature can be negative or positive and, in our case, resulted from not using the previous dock. In practice, however, the Pro Zero 5 is iPhone 5 case just fantastic, definitely the best so far proven. It is very thin, finished with great care, pleasant to the touch, apply and remove without any impact on the frame of the iPhone (because the frame / bumper is soft) and is also complete with front screen and a nice stand pocket . Note the holes for microphone and speaker, as well as smooth and precise edges of the frame.

Targus Versavu Rotating Stand and Case for iPad Review

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 08:19:27 +0100

The Targus Versavu iPad 4 Case is also called the Targus 360 ° Rotating Stand and Case called or THZ156EU. This case and stand in one is suitable for iPad 2, iPad 3 (New iPad) and iPad 4 (with Retina Display).

Appearance

The Targus Versavu case for iPad 4 is made of two parts. The exterior is made of PU leather, according to the specifications. The inside of the iPad 4 case is made of a soft fabric, which also has slots are where you can put iPad into stand position. The inside is a hard plastic case for iPad, where the 360 degree rotary element is located.

Although the quality of the leather and the workmanship is very neat, this iPad 4 case looks a bit big and clumsy. The dimensions (about 29 x 19 x 3 inches) and weight (about 350 grams) do look a bit bulky

What stands out is the neat finish of all slots and holes through which the buttons, speakers and camera are just visible and within reach. Even the illuminated Apple logo remains visible. The Targus Versavu Rotating iPad 4 Case uses elastic band to close. This is a small minus that you need to close case every time this way.

Protection

The plastic inner housing for the iPad, which stuck in the case using a rotatable element is very tightly around the iPad. You can safely assume that the iPad is not just from this Targus Versavu Case.

The Versavu Case provides excellent protection for your iPad 2, 3 or 4. The corners and edges are protected over the entire length and width. The back has an extra plastic protection. The front is also protected by the thicker fabric cushion.

iPad Stand

One of the reasons for this iPad 4 Case from Targus is to buy the rotating housing. This allows you a total of seven positions to place the iPad. The three grooves on the inside of the case offer you six possibilities. You can use the iPad in portrait and landscape mode by easily placing it in the grooves.

The case is pretty firmly in the groove. However, especially in the lower groove and especially in portrait mode may be that sometimes when using the iPad out of the groove and shoot the iPad falls flat on his back. This is especially the case if you are not right (as in level) or when you press to use it on the top half of the screen. The seventh position is iPad lying flat in the case. Although you will not use this position often it is useful that the Targus Versavu Case and Stand offers this option.

Positives and negatives

+ Well finished

+ Solid and robust

+ All buttons, speakers, cameras remain functional

+ Many positions possible

- Elastic band to keep the cover closed

- On the thick side (almost 3 inches)

- In some iPad positions, the case folds sporadically

- The price is slightly on the high side

Conclusion

The Targus Versavu Rotating Stand and Case for the second, third and fourth generation iPad is a high quality case with luxury and high quality appearance and provides your Apple tablet a very high degree of protection. This iPad 4 case is especially useful if you have many used the iPad at home and on the move and frequently switch from portrait to landscape position and position of different positions wish to use.

iCoat finger - The clever iPhone 4S Case

Mon, 27 May 2013 18:09:57 +0100

It is with great pleasure that I can introduce a new product from our partner Ozaki from Taiwan to you today. It is an iPhone 4S case, the iCoat finger, which distinguishes itself from the competition by a built-in stylus on the back.

At first glance, it is already clear that the iCoat finger is different than other iPhone 4S cases. It does not have the smooth, flat back, which we know most, but it has raised horizontal stripes almost exactly in the middle of the back. Actually a stylus is integrated into the case and can be pushed out with little pressure. The tip is an ordinary capacitive rubber tip that can be written on the screen of the iPhone and iPad.

The tiny size of the pin is advantage and disadvantage in one: Thanks to its small dimensions, it is convenient to "store", but for long writing sessions, the pin is too small, because then your hand is clenched.

I have therefore made a few notes during a meeting and for the pen was quite ok, but I also have a typical woman's hand. Men with their slightly larger paws (sorry) there could be a challenge.

I clamped the end of the pin into the space between the thumb and forefinger, so that I can stabilize it better. The writing is good feeling for a pen of this size, of course, if he can not arrive at an adult stylus. The tip is strong enough to allow a precise writing, which is absolutely necessary for the steep angle at which you hold the pen.

The case itself consists of about 2mm durable plastic, which protects the iPhone up to the front. The edges of the case rises only 0.5 mm on the sides of the iPhone - you should be on the front iDevice so do not clap. Otherwise, there are on the back except the pin holder still a large gap for the camera and flash light, on the sides makes the case free access to all buttons and controls.

The phone sits firmly in the absolute iPhone 4S case, there is no danger here that it slips out (actually I just tried a minute to get it back out). A nice side effect of the pen holder is only revealed when one uses iPhone: You can keep the case much better in the hand, because the index finger above and below the ring finger of the support bracket. Just for all-handed operator this is a really comfortable advantage.

Conclusion

I think the original idea to combine an iPhone 4S case with a stylus equal. But I wonder whether it would not be possible to bring along the pin and thus also accommodate a longer pin.

On the whole, this is a good iCoat Finger Case for iPhone 4S, which is available in different colours and not only looks good with the stylus but is also useful.

SurfacePad Twelve South Leather Case for iPhone 5

Wed, 22 May 2013 08:24:40 +0100

Friends and readers, we will talk about a really surprising iPhone 5 case today, but we will not tell you anything more; we refer you to read the whole article to find out all the details about it.

PACKAGE

The package of SurfacePad was not neglected at all, in fact, already on the outer packaging you understand the quality of the entire product. A special feature of the package is definitely the book opening on the left that provides the key information in several languages, on the other hand we find the appropriate opening to remove the case for iPhone 5. In the packing you will find only the SurfacePad for iPhone 5 and nothing more.

MATERIALS AND FUNCTIONALITY

Made using genuine leather, the SurfacePad iPhone 5 case is elegant and minimalistic. It is less than 2.5 mm thick and weighs less than 30 grams, not disabling any of the features and functionality of the phone. Protects front and back of the phone, without encumbering the lines.

The SurfacePad is different from all the others iPhone 5 cases. Designed for those who do not like bulky cases, it is thin, light and can be easily applied on the back of the phone. Certainly it is not designed to protect your phone from 10 meters high drops, but still protects it from damage more common as scratches and abrasions.

The case also becomes the viewing stand. The back of the case is in fact made in such a way that can be folded and function as a stand for the phone. Perfect for use iTunes, FaceTime and many other applications.

The SurfacePad case snaps onto the back of the iPhone 5 with an innovative adhesive made from Twelve South and already used on the MacBook product line.

It mounts easily and can be detached and reattached several times without leaving a sticky residue or marks on the phone.

CONCLUSION

The SurfacePad is definitely an iPhone 5 case of very high quality, characterized by elements such as design, materials, weight and dimensions that do not alter the aesthetics of the beautiful iPhone 5. All this gives a touch of elegance to your iDevice really out of the ordinary. Only be careful not to apply some other sticker or skin back on the phone, because it could ruin or completely remove the film back of our phone if applied previousl. For the rest, we can recommend the purchase especially SurfacePad.

HTC One: best smartphone of the moment deserves best protection!

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:03:53 +0100

With the HTC One, this manufacturer would make up for what it lost in 2012. Despite an excellent One X, the company's market share is still significantly smaller than Samsung and Apple. The new flagship, HTC One is almost entirely made of aluminium; the 4.7 inch screen is the best screen on the market with full HD resolution of 1920x1080. It comes with a quad-core processor 1.7 GHz Krait 300 APQ8064T Snapdragon Qualcomm chip 600, powered by Android OS, v4.1.2 (Jelly Bean).

We dare to say without a doubt that the HTC One the best smartphone of the moment. The battery life is top notch, the housing is of excellent quality and competitors cannot match the speed and screen. Here comes another question – how to keep this phone in perfect condition as long as possible? The answer is, of course, HTC One case!

The market offers variety of cases for HTC One, both official ones and those made by third party manufacturers. So, there are many reasons why HTC One case is a good investment:

- It offers cut-outs for all necessary functionality of your smartphone.

- Covers and cases for HTC One come in variety of colours, designs and materials; this allows you to customize your HTC just the way you like it.

- HTC One case provides complete protection of your new phone.

Range of protective cases for HTC One differs from leather cases, silicone, cases; then we have flip cases or back covers. Leather cases for HTC One are perfect accessory, offering elegance & style. HTC One Flip Case has the flap in front that opens easily and has a magnetic closure that protects your phone when not in use. The silicone case is a synonym for the HTC One cover and it is made for a light and everyday protection. The cover portfolio or wallet style has slots for credit cards or cards and is quite handy. The official HTC One cover fits perfectly to the shape and dimensions of the HTC One, while the universal cover is compatible with other smartphones with similar dimensions (137.4 x 68.2 x 9.3 mm for HTC One).

Tucano Palmo: new cases for iPad 4 and iPad Mini

Wed, 08 May 2013 07:19:55 +0100

Tucano Palmo: new series of cases for iPad 4and iPad Mini now available in various colours. It has been a long time since we last spoke about new accessories for iPad 4 and today we decided that the cases made by Tucano have earned the right to be here. If you have an iPad 4 or iPad Mini and you are thinking it was time to give it a change in appearance, the easiest way to change it is using a case or cover. It is good to know that iPad 4 case models from renewed manufacturer such as Tucano are available with prices ranging from 40 to 50 euros and there are always several colours to choose from.

iPad 4 cases and covers are many to choose from. There are simple and elegant ones, made of leather and silicone, and there are unusual ones - some even resemble the design of an old book (remember the impressive BookBook case?).

But when we are looking for something more conventional, some iPad 4 case that will help us protect our tablet in the best possible way, and preferably which is compatible with its size and if possible be acquired in various colours, we have the option of new Tucano Palmo series of cases for iPad 4.

Famous manufacturer Tucano expands its already extensive range of cases with the new Palmo series, which is available for both iPad and iPad Mini. As reported on its website, the different versions of these cases can work without problem with both iPad third and fourth generation, as well as with iPad 2 and as I said, there is also a version for the new iPad with smaller screen.

The interesting thing about these Tucano iPad 4 cases is that most of their success is in the design (you can choose between the colours black, red, grey, blue and yellow) and their functionality. And besides protecting the tablet, we can use this case as a stand.

The result, as you can see in the picture, is something that resembles the original Smart Cover by Apple – do not forget the handy function to turn off the screen when the case comes into contact with it. Automatic sleep / wake function is definitely something every iPad 4 case should have!

Still you not convinced? Well, in that case there are more options to choose from. My recommendation is not to miss Sena leather cases for iPad 4 as well as those with integrated Bluetooth keyboards.

Belkin Snap Shield : Slim & Stylish Case for iPad 3

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:09:30 +0100

You are looking for some good protection for your iPad 3 but you are not a huge fan of protective cases and covers, because they are too heavy and bulky? Of course, screen protector can solve the protection problem just partly but what about the rear of the device? We all know that the aluminium back of the iPad 3 is very sensitive and can be easily scratched and damaged. For those who need a light snap-on case for iPad 3, a famous manufacturer Belkin designed Snap Shield.

Belkin Snap Shield is a thin shell of plastic, with a matte surface, which attaches to the back of the iPad 3 and protects the entire back and all edges. With this iPad 3 case at the back you will be sure your tablet will be fully protected from scratches and other damage factors that could harm the soft aluminium surface of the device.

The Belkin Snap Shield for iPad 3 feels neither thicker or heavier. It is only a few millimetres. Thanks to the simple design of the case doesn't change the appearance of thin profile iPad 3 too much, which is for most of the users very important. The plastic is transparent and available to choose in red, green, dark grey, dark blue and light blue or transparent if you want to be more discreet with protection. Another advantage of the Belkin Snap Shield is that it fits in the Smart Cover so you can get an all-around protection. With this case for iPad 3 you will have full access to all buttons, ports and camera.

As for the drawbacks of the Belkin iPad 3 case we can mention is that it can be stained with fingerprints but you can easily clean it with a cloth. Other than that, For the rest, Belkin Snap Shield is a good buy, it optimally protects the tablet while making it look slim and beautiful as it is.

Puro presents 4 new lines of covers dedicated to iPad Mini

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:20:14 +0100

The Italian company Puro has 4 collections of cases dedicated to iPad mini: Crystal, Folio, Zeta Slim and Booklet. Made with the utmost care to design, materials and colours to protect and make iPad mini even more elegant.

Immediately after the launch of the iPad mini, the Italian company has 4 Puro collections of covers dedicated to the new little Apple iPad. These are the Crystal series, Folio, Zeta Slim and Booklet, all of them re-designed for iPad mini: these cases are made with Puro design, quality of materials and colours. Below is a summary of the characteristics of the 4 new product lines of Puro iPad mini cases:

Folio - The Folio iPad mini cases are light and thin, sober and elegant, made of faux leather and feature a hinged opening with magnetic closure. The ultra slim profile is flexible and envelops the chassis of the iPad Mini, ensuring elegance and protection. The stand at the back allows you to place the tablet in landscape and portrait mode, folding the cover as if it were a sheet. Available in black and blue.

Zeta Slim - Made of thin and durable soft touch material, this iPad mini case guarantees complete protection. Consists of a semi-rigid cover on the back and shaped profile of the iPad Mini, the new Zeta Slim is characterized by the presence of a frame of magnets on the front flap to automatically turn off the device (on / off display). On the back, the tab with support function allows to position iPad mini both vertically and horizontally. Available in blue, grey and red.

Crystal Elegant - transparent and ultra-lightweight iPad mini case. Created to wrap iPad mini while maintaining unchanged the design, the case allows free access to the front panel controls, the operation buttons, the hole for the camera and for charging. Thanks to the opening at the magnetic hinge, the Crystal can be combined with the Apple Smart Cover (not included), to protect from shocks and scratches even on the back of the device.

Booklet Elegant – This is iPad mini case made of faux leather with magnetic closure, consisting of a semi-rigid back cover and a hinged opening that allows you to use and carry the iPad Mini in safety. The switching on and off automatically display are automatic, while the function Stand up allows you to fold the cover, placing the tablet horizontally or vertically, depending on the activity of reading or writing. The Booklet Cases for iPad Mini are available in black, blue and white.For more information on the new cases for iPad mini and all other products for Apple devices you can visit the website Puro.

Classic Wallet Tri-Fold Case For iPhone 5 by Proporta

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:17:46 +0100

A well known British brand Proporta presents their new accessories dedicated to the Apple 5th generation smartphone. They offer an elegant and practical protection for the iPhone 5, which will allow you to carry iPhone, credit cards, cash, documentts or any other small oobjects in one single point. We are talking about Proporta Tri-Fold folding leather case for iPhone 5.

Tri-Fold is a nice and handy carrying case for iPhone 5, in which, along with the iPhone itself, we can insert cash, documents or other small and thin objects such as notes or a SIM card. For this reason, this case is very convenient when you want to have everything you need in one place.

When installing the case, we recommend that you place the edge of the SIM compartment first and then let the volume control side of the phone slides inside the cover. The cover fits perfectly, an if ever want to remove it from the iPhone, the extraction is quite simple as well, due to the flexibility of the materials.

Tri-Fold wallet case is made of faux leather, and inside this iPhone 5 case we find the plastic compartment to keep the iPhone, while the exterior is lightly padded with soft material. The inner material that will cover the display doesn't seem so aggressive in a way it could scratch the glass of the iPhone, but of course you have to be careful what kind of objects tou put in the slopts inside the case, so they wouldn't damage the screen. The case also has a "hidden" pocket that allows you to insert objects without coming into a direct contact with the iPhone 5. The Tri-Fold Proporta case has a magnetic closure with the Proporta logo on it, while the case itself comes in a combination of two colors, such as black/red, white/gray, blue/gray and blue/sand.

Even when the Tri-Fold iPhone 5 case is closed, you will have a direct access to the port lightning, the headphone jack and all buttons, while the Home button is available only when the case is open. Of course, there are precisely made cut-outs for the microphone, speakers, camera and flash on the back.

Tri-Fold is a wallet case which offers an excellent protecti, the Tri-Fold case has the advantage to carry and store your documents and money in one place and it can be very convenient in some situations.