Tuesday 31 October 2017

WIMIUS 4K Touch Screen Sports Action Camera Review

Great little action camera kit that delivers superb footage, I got this as a surprise present for my wife as she has recently started scuba diving and had been dropping not to subtle hints on wanting a camera to record some underwater footage and this looked ideal.


It arrived in a nice custom Wimius branded box with a plastic window showing the camera through the box, after slipping the sleeve off there is a lift top box revealing the camera in its waterproof case on a stand and a separate compartment containing all the various fittings, batteries and instruction manual and after unpacking it I gave the instruction manual a good read through as I knew my wife would want me to explain how to use it and all the functions rather than read and learn herself. The manual is very clear and easy to follow giving diagrams backing up and linking to instructions and descriptions of functions and features.


After I was confident I knew how to set up the action camera and use it I downloaded the Wimius camera application using the QR code on the box, inserted the battery and micro SD card (not supplied) in the bottom of the camera and switched the camera on, the menu is very easy to navigate with a swipe to the left or right to change modes from photo to video, swipe down to bring up the WiFi, remote control,  screen lock and shutdown options and a cog icon in the bottom right corner that takes you to the main settings.


I set the date in the camera and it’s worth noting if you remove the battery this has to be reset, I then went on to look through the multitude of settings and features including time lapse recording, slow motion up to 8x, self-timer, video resolution up to 4k and loads more you can even set it to use as a car dash cam if you wish. I wanted to test the waterproof feature so decided to fill the bath and give it a test and it worked perfectly as it should not allowing a drop of water to penetrate the case, I then fitted it on my cycle helmet and took it with me to record a bit of footage on my daily ride which recorded some crystal clear footage very pleasing.


The Wimius application is very nice and works really well giving you the ability to adjust many of the settings remotely, record footage and take photos and is simple to set up just swiping down on the camera screen and selecting the WiFi icon then connecting the mobile device you are using then open up the Wimius app, I used my Android phone but the application is also available for IOS devices.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing unpacking the camera and showing all the attachments and fittings, starting the camera and going through the settings then recording some footage of testing the camera underwater then the footage from my cycle helmet.


  • 4K Ultra HD Videos & 16MP Photos】 Equipped with Novatek 96660 chip & Sony IMX078 image sensor, L3 supports high video resolution up to 4K 24fps (2880 *2160) and 16MP photo resolution, allowing you to shoot a video comparable to the film and real-color photos of your world.
  • Built-in 2.45" LCD Touchscreen Recording】Easily frame every video and shot with the build-in touch screen and use it to view, record and manage all of your videos and pictures directly from the camera. Meanwhile, with the waterproof touchscreen Camera backdoor, you can operate touchscreen when the case is on.
  • Changeable View Angle up to 170°and True-to-Life Sound 】The 170° super-wide view of L3provides wider visual area than ordinary camera. Surprisingly, you can change the view angle according to your needs.
  • Waterproof Up to 98 feet】The professional waterproof case allows you to operate L3 camera underwater up to 98ft . the housing is dustproof and shockproof, which is ready for any extreme sports.
  • Always Enough Power and Multiple Accessories 】Just enjoy shooting anywhere anytime without running out of power with double 1000mAh batteries. Also, the camera supports charging in use.With the 360°quick release buckle and various simple accessories for L3 to meet your creativity while shooting!


What I liked
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- Well packaged and presented ideal to give as a gift
- Video and photo quality is superb
- The Wimius application is very nice and easy to use giving you remote control over the camera along with being able to adjust settings
- Comes with a multitude of fixtures and fittings along with a nice little carry case
- Good locking underwater case that has an easy release system and works perfectly
- 170° super-wide view giving a great video capture area
- A multitude of settings and adjustments with the ability to record slow motion
- The camera looks great and is smaller than my action camera
- It has a micro HDMI socket on the side so with a simple and cheap adapter you can stream footage directly to a TV or computer screen
- Good value for a touch screen action camera
- My wife loves it one of the most important things

What I Didn’t Like
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- Not really anything I don’t like but if I have any issues I will return and add them

Summary
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Overall this is a cracking little touch screen action camera packed with features, recording quality is superb and it works great underwater. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £89.99
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Monday 30 October 2017

Apollo 56pc High-Grade Auto Mechanics Tool Set Review

Good solid durable tool set, my car radiator needed changing and although years ago I did a lot maintenance on my own car I gradually slipped into just booking it into the garage but after getting a ridiculous quote to fit the radiator something I had done myself before I decided I should tackle the job myself the only problem being my tools are long gone.


After having a search through this looked the ideal tool set to do the job containing all the tools needed to complete the job so I purchased it. It arrived in a square cardboard box and the tool set was sealed in plastic, when I opened it there was a sponge layer of protection between the upper and lower levels so I removed this and examined the tools, they all seemed of very good quality with good grip handles but I would really see how good they are once I tackled the job on the car.


Fitting the radiator probably took about twice as long as the garage would have taken but even taking into account the cost of the tool set I saved over one hundred pounds, the tools performed perfectly without any issues what so ever, I examined the tools after as I have had tools before which look and feel good but after use you see bends in the screwdriver heads and metal bent in the inside of sockets making them useless for future use, I am pleased to say these tools held up superbly and apart from the normal oil and dirt from use the tools didn’t have a mark on them.


I have added a short video and will add some pictures just showing me opening up the box and looking at a few of the tools, the case is basic but does the job well and it’s a good size to slide away neatly.

  • HIGH-GRADE Cr-V TOOL SET: Contains a carefully selected assortment of the most reached for hand tools and sockets used for home, automotive, mechanical, industrial and consumer repairs. From amateur DIYer to all out piston head, this set of high-grade tools will meet all your adjustment and maintenance needs
  • BUILT TO LAST: Tools are manufactured from high-grade chrome vanadium Cr-v Steel and heat treated to withstand tough working conditions and high amounts of force. They are plated with corrosion resistant chrome-satin to prevent rust and have no-slip comfort grip handles for extra torque and reduced hand fatigue
  • PRACTICAL HAND TOOLS: Comprehensive set of tools for array of household and garage tasks including heavy duty 400g machinist hammer, combination pliers for cutting and manipulating wire, water pump pliers for plumbing tasks, a screwdriver set of most used slotted and Phillips heads and S2 driver bit set
  • ROBUST BLOW-MOLD STORAGE CASE: Keep your tools safe and exactly where you need them with this durable blow-mold case. Tools fit securely to allow for safe storage in a garage, shed, or empty cupboard space and prevent tools becoming misshapen and damaged during transportation
  • QUICK RELEASE PRO DRIVE RATCHET HANDLE & SOCKETS: Includes Professional Grade 72 Teeth 1/2" Drive Cr-v Ratchet Handle with a comprehensive selection of the most reached for Metric Sockets (8 to 27 mm). Sockets are 6-point to grip the flat sides of fastener heads so as to increase torque and prevent roundoff for a lifetime of use. Cr-v combination wrenches set of most popular sizes (10,12,13,14,15,17mm) for adjusting fasteners on a variety of projects. Includes extension bar and spinner handle


What I liked
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- Good solid hard wearing quality
- Nice selection of tools ideal for a DIY job on my car
- The quick release ratchet performed really well
- They store away nice and compact into the case
- Good price for a 56 piece tool set
- They saved me over one hundred pounds in garage charges

What I Didn’t Like
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- Not really found anything not to like about this tool set but if I come across any issues I will return and add them

Summary
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Overall a great compact hardwearing tool set ideal for my intended job and I would recommend them. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £39.99
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VERNEE M5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Android Phone Review

Lightning fast smooth running android phone, after my wife lost her android phone she had taken mine to use so have let her keep it and decided to treat myself to a new one, I wanted something with a bit more powerful with 4GB ram and 64GB of rom memory and this looked ideal with a price I was comfortable with so decided to go ahead and purchase.


It arrived in a custom white branded lift top box with the phone on the top and accessories below including the instruction manual, the first thing I noticed was how much slimmer and lighter it was than my previous android phone, I was pleased to see the phone sim and memory card inserted into the side of the phone rather than having to take the battery out and place them in slots under it as is the case with my old phone.


After unpacking it all I inserted my sim card along with a 16GB micro SD card and then ran through the setup system, all very straight forward and it walks you through the options, I added my WiFi then added the other options such as adding security including fingerprint recognition, adding Google accounts so I could use the play store. When it was all set up it went to the main screen, a very clean layout and I was pleased to see it had not been bloated out with a load of apps I didn’t want or would never use.


I gave it a good test running some apps, installing a few apps from the play store I wanted all very smooth and lightning fast, I tested the front 8 mega pixel front camera and rear 13 mega pixel cameras both giving clear sharp results on both still images and video recording, the phone has a good solid sound from the inbuilt speakers and something I really like about Android phones I was instantly able to set a MP3 track from my music list as a ring tone no hassle, on my iphone it takes ages to do dropping it to the computer, converting it, renaming it then uploading it again a real pain.


I tested the Bluetooth linking my portable speaker to it which worked flawlessly and gave me a good 30 meter range before I experienced any drop out, I tested the dual sim which worked perfectly although I will be using an extended memory card with mine as it means I can load it up with masses of music to listen to on my morning run.


I have added a video to my review and will also add some pictures running through inserting the sim and memory card, going through the setup adding finger print recognition then going to the menu starting a few programs, going to the play store, playing some youtube video and changing the wallpaper.



  • 5.2 Inch One Hand Operation,1280*720 Pixel.Vernee M5 designed the classic 5.2 inch screen for one-hand operation lovers. 5.2screen and 2.5D glass, made up the M5 with great hand holding feeling. One habd operation, but still feel free and relax.
  • 4GB + 64GB Storage Flagship Combination, Support 128GB TF Card Expansion. 4GB big memory and Octa-core 64 bit processor, smooth experience omnipotence. Support external storage up to 128GB. No more worries for not enough storage.
  • 6.9mm Slim Design, Metal texture. 6.9mm slim body lines, make the phone looks exquisite and fashion. The Vernee M5 is very light when pick up. You could see the beauty in the simplicity.
  • 13 MP Back Camera + 8 MP Front Camera. Capturing the amazing moments, and enjoying a good time and take selfies.
  • 3300mAh Big Battery Longer Battery Life. The combination of 3300mAh big battery and Octa-core lower consumption CPU, bring a long battery life for Vernee M5 which the battery can standby for 10 days, no more worries of fast consumption when using it.


What I liked
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- Option to use dual sim or sim and micro SD card up to 128GB
- Very smooth running and extremely fast operation
- 4GB RAM and 64GB ROM
- Its running Android 7 the latest android operating system
- Slim and lightweight
- The phone wasn’t bloated with unnecessary apps, games and programs
- Really good battery life with up to 10 days on standby
- Ease of use not unique to this android phone but something I love about android the freedom of doing what you want without the constraints apple puts on you with iphone
- Good price, very good value for a phone with these specifications
- Fingerprint recognition, a nice feature but it also works flawlessly on this phone once set up it has recognised my print every time

What I Didn’t Like
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- The power lead comes with an adapter to UK 3 pin, not a big deal I have plenty of USB connections round the house just worth noting as I couldn’t fault it on anything else

Summary
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Overall I really love this phone, its lightning fast with smooth operation, comes with the latest android version and is packed with features so have no hesitation recommending it. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £125.99
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Sunday 29 October 2017

Fantime Bluetooth V4.1 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds Review

Comfortable and stylish with a great sound, I purchased these for my daughter and she is extremely fussy with anything she has having to tick all the boxes the main one being looking good when she wears something so I allowed her to choose the ones she wanted and she liked the look of these.


They arrived in a plain brown flip top box which opened up to the main charging box containing the earbuds, under this it had the USB to micro USB charging lead, some different sized replacement earbud tips, a full detailed instruction manual and a quick start pairing guide. The look and feel of the headset and charging box is very nice and pairing them was very simple just turning on and pairing one of the headset looking for Fun 7 on the Bluetooth and when connected turning on the second headset which automatically paired with the first giving you the full stereo sound.


The music quality is very good and the noise cancelling works really well, I tested the call features which work flawlessly stopping and starting the music when making or receiving a call and automatically picking up from the same point as soon as you end the call, the pause and play feature works well and from a press on either earbud.


My daughter loves these and after changing the earbud tip to the smaller ones supplied say’s they are very solid and stable in her ear not falling out at all even when she is running, she finds the sound quality really nice and they are great for taking calls something she does a lot :)


I have added a short video and will also add some pictures showing unboxing, linking the earbuds up via Bluetooth, playing some music and showing the pause and making a call features via the buttons on the earbuds, please note my original video is of high quality but the video quality often degrades considerable when uploaded through Amazon’s optimisation system but hopefully not too much.

【LARGE CAPACITY LASTS LONG STANDBY TIME】Built-in high performance rechargeable Polymer battery, Long battery life allows the headphones to play up to about 3 hours of premium quality talk as well as 3 hours of continuous music at a time or 48 hours of standby time.
【INTELLIGENT CHARGE BOX】It is a storage box as well as a charger. Put the earphone in it and close the lid, it would charge the earphone automatically. After the charge is complete, it will automatically stop in order to prevent overcharge.
【COMPATIBLE DEVICE】Headphones are widely compatible with iPhone 6S 6 plus, LG G5 G4 G3, iPod shuffle, iPod Nano 7, Samsung Galaxy S7 S6, BlackBerry, HTC, iPad Pro, Bluetooth-enabled tablets.
【PREMIUM AUDIO FOR MUSIC&CALL】Though tiny in stature, these mini headphones give you enhanced sound by blocking out ambient noise, breathing, clanging barbells and feet slapping the pavement. All to give you improved focus. Also feature a built-in mic for answering, ending phone calls.
【COMFORTABLE WEARING EXPERIENCE】 Sweatproof and lightweight design can guarantee you feel stable and comfortable. A Pair of Rubber ear cap keep the earbuds soft and stable on your ears. Ultra-light weight, less than 0.2oz, provide most comfortable listening experience.


What I liked
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- Great quality sound
- Very easy to pair and set up
- Neat little charging box
- Very solid when in the ear with additional replacement earbud tips of different sizes
- Noise cancelling works really well
- Good 3 hours of playtime before needing a charge
- My daughter loves them and they fit her criteria of ‘looking good’
- Voice call quality is very clear and switching between call and music is flawless

What I Didn’t Like
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- To be really picky the manual print is very small although my daughter had no problems reading it

Summary
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Overall a great set of earbuds that give quality sound, cancel out ambient sound, they are very comfortable and my daughter loves them. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £28.99

Saturday 28 October 2017

Andoer Waterproof 60pcs LED Ultra Bright Lamp Review

Good solid waterproof LED lamp with a nice high beam, I wanted a light to mount on my camera but also one I could mount an action camera to for underwater shots, I have attempted a project mapping the bottom of a lake using a pulley system which worked really well but the main issue being lack of light and dull footage so this looked ideal for the job.


It arrived in a nice branded box and after unboxing it I was really pleased with the feel of it and weight, it was nice and solid being very well finished and came with several attachments for mounting on a camera and attaching an action camera, the instruction manual has a English section and gives you all the basics you need to know. It comes with three different filters which slip easily in the slot located at the front of the light.


I already had a couple of 18650 lithium batteries but you should note these are not supplied so you will need to get some, the fitting of these is simple just releasing the catch on the back of the light and lifting the hinged back cover and inserting them, this also houses the micro USB port for charging them. I first tested the lights three brightness modes which worked as they should and then went on to test the filters, I used the fittings to attach it to my canon camera which worked perfectly. I tested a bottom fitting having the light as a standalone which also worked well and then fitted an action camera to the top again it fitted perfectly.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing the unboxing, fitting the batteries, testing the light and filters, fitting it to my camera, fitting a stand on it and finally fitting my action camera to the top and giving it an underwater test in the bath, this worked perfectly and on inspection no leaks what so ever as it should be.

  • Color temperature 5500K, max. 1800LM, 3 brightness modes, satisfy different illuminating demands.
  • Waterproof up to 40m, can be used for underwater photography.
  • With filter slot, color filter inserted for different lighting effects.
  • Powered by 2 x 2000mAh 18650 battery, with USB charging port, dual power supply ways.(Battery is not included.)
  • Comes with mounting accessories compatible for action camera and DSLR camera, such as for GoPro Hero Xiaomi Yi SJCAM and for Canon Nikon Sony DSLR camera.

What I liked
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- Good and solid build quality
- Superb beam of light
- Additional filters which are very simple to change
- In light charge system for the batteries via a micro USB port
- Different attachments supplied for camera fitting
- Waterproof up to 40m

What I Didn’t Like
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- Not really anything I didn’t like, I would have liked to see batteries supplied but not really a negative as it clearly stated they are not supplied

Summary
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Overall this is perfect for my needs and I can’t wait to give it a full test on my project, what I really like is it has a multitude of other things I can and will use it for apart from underwater lighting and the reason I have given it full marks. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £29.99

Thursday 26 October 2017

Gosfun Kids Trike with Folding Function Review

Nice stable fun trike, my daughter is now 25 months and is suffering from bicycle envy with her older sister having her own bike and although it is far too big for her she insists on keep trying to ride it so I thought it was time to get her a bike of her own. The three wheel trike seemed ideal as it looked nice and stable, folds down so would be easy to stick in the car or store, suitable for ages 2-5, lightweight and my daughter got very excited when she saw it on my screen so I ordered it for her.


It arrived in a big brown box with a glossy leaflet on how to assemble, this wasn’t difficult at all although when I opened the box and saw all the bits I thought it might be more of a task, the front wheel fits on with two bolts tightened with the socket provided, after removing the plastic covers on the back wheels you slip the brake blocks on and then slide a bolt through the wheel hole which then locks into place and can be removed with a press on the release button, the back wheels fold down and lock in place and handle bars fold up both locking in place with a release button and it’s complete.


As soon as my daughter saw it she loved it and I took her outside to give it a test drive, I did wonder if she would be able to get to grips with the peddles being at the bottom end of the age range but after a while and a lot of scooting herself around she got to grips with using the peddles although I think the steering concept will take a little longer.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing the unboxing, assembling the trike then outside with my daughter trying it out for the first time, she decided to try and carry it at one point which shows you how light it is and climbing on and off showing how stable it is, she loved the basket at the front and by the time we came in she had filled it with flowers, leaves and twigs :)


  • Material: Aluminum + ABS + Ti empty tire; Load: 25kg
  • Suitable Age: 2-5 years old; Suitable Height: 90-120 / CM
  • The front wheel to the rear wheel: 46cm, two rear wheel distance: 45cm; Seat length: 35cm, width: 15cm
  • Foldable, easy to carry - Improved version of the tricycle has folding function. When traveling, it can be placed in the car trunk, easy to carry
  • The different types of intricate terrain - parks, beaches and living rooms and others


What I liked
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- Very easy to assemble
- Has a good solid base to it and would be very difficult to tip over
- Folds down nice and small so easy to store
- The basket at the front, my daughter loves it
- Simple to ride for a small child
- Best of all my daughter loves it

What I Didn’t Like
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- Not really anything I didn’t like but if any issues do arise I will return and add them to my review

Summary
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Overall this is a great little trike ideal as a first introduction to cycling, it’s very stable, folds away so very easy to store, easy to assemble and my daughter loves it so I have given it full marks. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £65.99
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Wednesday 25 October 2017

BESTEK Electric Egg Cooker Review

Nice compact egg cooker that works great, we go through a mass of eggs each week with boiled eggs being one of the favourites and I was looking for something to make the cooking process a bit easier without being another huge gadget taking up loads of room in the kitchen and taking ages to clean, this seemed ideal.


It arrived in a nice BESTEK branded box well secured between cardboard holding forms with the instruction manual on the top and all the other parts needed inside the egg cooker, I gave the manual a good read before setting it up and found it to be good clear and easy to follow including diagrams linked to descriptions and instructions.


Once I had read the manual it was time to give it a go, I tested it cooking six boiled eggs and found the whole process very simple and once cooked the buzzer sounded and the result was perfect, I wanted to test poached eggs as it’s a favourite of mine in the mornings, I coated the poaching tray with a thin layer of butter and these came out exactly as I like them and with a slight adjustment on the water quantity it’s very easy to make them firmer or more runny depending on your preferences.


The egg cooker is really compact and takes up very little room in the kitchen with the parts being easy to wash and clean, I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing unboxing, the process of cooking six boiled eggs and then cooking two poached eggs.

  • EASY TO USE AND CLEAN: Just add water with the included measuring cup, Make a little hole in the egg with a needle,put eggs on the egg holder,plug in,and in just a few minutes,have beautifully cooked steam boiled eggs.
  • MULTI-FUNCTIONAL: The egg boiler not only boil 6 eggs,but also can make omelettes and poached eggs and so on with the included attachments.it is suitable for family used,perfect for breakfast in a hurry.
  • BOIL OUT THREE DIFFERENT MATURITY OF EGGS: Boiled eggs can be kept SOFT (Approximate Cooking Time 5-8 minutes),MEDIUM (Approximate Cooking Time 8-11 minutes)and HARD(Approximate Cooking Time 13-16 minutes),you can choose the best way you like.
  • AUTOMATIC POWER TURN-OFF: Power Indicator light,automatic power turn-off and over-temperature protection functions
  • 4 NON-SLIP MATS: base is high temperature PP material and attach with 4 non-slip mats,it will be safe and stable when you use.


What I liked
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- Really compact taking up very little room
- Easy and straight forward to use
- Cooks poached eggs perfectly
- Gives a buzzing indication once the eggs are cooked
- Easy to adjust the end result by slight adjustment to the water used
- Simple to clean

What I Didn’t Like
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- I haven’t found anything I don’t like about the egg cooker but if I do have any issues in future I will return and add them

Summary
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Great little product ideal for cooking eggs without all the hassle of getting pans out, it’s very compact and the results are perfect for me, for these reasons I have given it full marks. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £14.99
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Sunday 22 October 2017

Foxcesd Mini H9 Full 1080P Multimedia Projector Review

Great quality all singing and dancing projector, I was looking for a projector that would offer me a built in multimedia experience giving the ability to surf the net, add media applications and programs such as KODI, have the ability to link up to my PC, TV box and Xbox One but also switch seamlessly between from one to another and this seemed to fit my needs plus loads more.


It arrived in a custom lift top black box opening up to the projector packed into a foam cut out with the user manual on top, in separate boxes to the side of the projector it had the remote control, HDMI lead, AV cable and the power supply (UK plug). The manual is very detailed and all in English having diagrams and images linked to descriptive and explanatory text to fully explain the features and settings and I gave it a good read cover to cover before setting up the projector.


Once I was sure I fully understood the setup and features in the manual it was time to set up the projector, the setup is very simple and straight forward with the user manual covering all the aspects and I went on to set up the WiFi connection, I linked my Bluetooth sound bar via the built in Bluetooth all very straight forward not unlike connecting a phone or tablet. The projector has an adjustment wheel on the side for fine focus adjustment and in the device settings you can adjust the keystone to square the image on the wall or screen you are using which worked really well as I have a wall mount at a set height so used this for fine adjustment, you also have the ability to set this to auto, adjust the aspect ratio, vertical and horizontal scale along with other settings.


I had a look through the app store and installed KODI a very nice multimedia player which installed quickly and worked flawlessly, I have a HDMI switcher box which allows me to quickly switch HDMI source and I linked the main HDMI cable from the projector to this with my Xbox One, PC and freeview TV box connected and was able to switch flawlessly between HDMI source, the picture quality is superb giving me a massive screen around 70”. I tested the Ushare app which works really well connecting and mirroring my tablet to the screen and I tested the 3D which works really well and auto detected the 3D test film I tried adjusting with the 3D button on the remote control all very slick and well put together.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing the unboxing, going through the menu, loading up some apps, showing the settings then showing my Xbox One connected with some game play footage, connected to my desktop PC, some footage from my action camera played from the micro SD card inserted directly into the slot in the back of the projector and connected to my freeview TV box showing some live TV and the menu. Please note due to the difficulty filming a projected image and had to record from an angle means the video is showing the functions and not quality which was superb.


  • Advanced technology: DLP projector system, 1280 * 800 native resolution (compatible 1920 * 1080, 3350 AINSI≈3500 Lumen), HD 3D technology, 2000: 1 contrast ratio and 30,000 hours of lamp life, guarantee the high display quality of video or image even in the daytime.
  • Multi-functional: built-in Android 4.4 system, Bluetooth 4.0, WIFI (2.4GHz & 5GHz), Ethernet and speakers, Various image transmission paths: DLNA / Airplay / Miracast / WLAN etc .. Support surfing the internet, playing games, watching 2/3D movies, downloading app etc. You can do what you want.
  • Easy and convenient operation: touch panel, remote control, control panel of the unit, operation via app, mouse, keyboard etc. Keystone correction: ± 40 degrees (automatic / manual) Projection: front, rear / ceiling front / Rear (automatic / manual)
  • Multi interface connection: Support HDMI, AV, USB 3.0 & 2.0, microSD, RJ45 port. Compatible with computer, laptop, camera, DVD player, game console, keyboard, mouse, smartphone, set-top box, etc.
  • Portable and lightweight design: With dimensions of 6 * 4.7 * 1.2 inches and weighing 500g, the projector is easy to carry and can easily be shared with others. A great gift for friends and family. 


What I liked
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- Lightweight compact sleek design
- Projection quality is superb
- Good easy to navigate base menu making it easy to install and use applications
- Easy to follow clear manual all in English
- Small remote control without the mass of unnecessary buttons you often find
- Very easy to set up
- Built in Bluetooth ideal for connecting a Bluetooth sound bar or speakers
- Has a micro SD card slot so playing footage to transferring files from a action camera or dash cam is simple
- USB 2 and USB 3 connections making it easy to watch movies or play music from the USB stick
- Addition of a touch control panel on the top in addition to the remote control
- The ability to play 3D movies
- Ethernet port should you wish to hardwire rather than use wireless connection something I am planning to do
- A multitude of features, settings and fine tuning options

What I Didn’t Like
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- I am really struggling to find anything I don’t like about this projector but to be very picky the remote control does not come with any batteries so you need two AAA ready.

Summary
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Overall this is a cracking device which is really a multimedia projector, the picture quality is superb, the versatility along with the features it has are the reason I have given it full marks. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £429.98
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Tuesday 17 October 2017

MindKoo Foldable Quadcopter Drone with Camera Review

Great fun cracking little drone packed with features, it arrived in a black flip top box the drone on the top with the instruction manual and leaflet with a QR code for downloading the FDY-FPV accompanying application for the drone, under the drone in a moulded plastic holder it had the controller, clip on phone holder, four spare rotors, a USB charging lead and a mini screwdriver for removing the holding screws on the battery cover and back of the controller.


After unboxing it all I removed the battery and put it on charge for a few hours while I downloaded the FDY-FPV application to my Android phone and had a good read through the manual, I have flown a few mini drones now but am far from an experienced user but find them great fun to fly. After the battery was fully charged it was time to take it out for a test flight.

I wanted to test it outside for its first flight so as to be comfortable with the controls etc before trying it indoors, after switching the drone on I linked it to my phone via Wi-Fi looking for YD_XXX_UFO-XXXXX and then connecting to it, all very straight forward, once it connected I opened up the FDY-FPV phone app which gives the ability to live record from the camera to your phone, take snaps and control the drone along with recording in VR for viewing on a headset or for the really brave wear the VR headset and fly something I am not experienced enough to even try but a clever feature none the less. You don’t have to use the phone app when flying but you do if you want to record from the on-board camera.


The rotor arms fold in and out very easily and once I had everything set up it was time to give it a whirl, the take-off button is a nice feature just giving a long press and it starts the drone raising it to a hover position holding firm at about head height and with a short press it lands the drone, I found this drone really stable and easy to fly and it was quite a windy day but still held up really well, the tricks work well by pressing the right bumper button and pushing the controller in the direction you want it to flip it rolls in that direction and is very responsive to the controls without being too sensitive.


The drone folds away very easily and ends up around the same size as my hand, I really liked that it took away the need to fit a micro SD card and did the recording via the a FDY-FPV app on your phone along with having a training game to help you get used to controlling the drone before you actually fly it live.


I have added some video and will also add some pictures showing unboxing the drone, fitting the batteries in the controller and showing the battery fitting into the drone, a view of the FDY-FPV phone application along with showing the test flight training part, starting it up with some live flying with a bit of recording taken from the camera to my Android phone via the app.

★ [2.4GHz Control System]★This quadcopter is adopts 2.4GHz remote control technology for anti-Interference,so it can be controlled more precisely, its remote control distance is farther, and the response is more sensitive.
★ [Foldable Design &More Flexiable]★The tiny body with foldable and portable design like a flying car ,you can take it more easily , and with 4-axis gyro stablization system,so the drone can flying more stable and flexiable .
★ [High Compatibility &Flying Time]★Support for mobile phone type IOS for Android , Come with USB charging cable ,this small drone with about 8-10 minutes flying time after 45 ~ 60 minutes fully charged .
★ [3D Roll & One Key to Return]★The creatively designed LED lights are fitted for night flight possibilities, and it can realize 3D tumbling in four directions with LED lights, and adopt one key to return function makes it easily to find the way home.
★ [With camera &APP or Controller Control]★With tiltable camera to adjust view angle(Note:Adjust it before flying ), the WIFI connection between drone and smartphone enable you to enjoy FPV in a faster way; You can also control the drone with a functional controller, the RC distance is about 80-100M


What I liked
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- Very easy to fly and extremely stable
- Strong and resilient, very hard to damage
- Good clear instruction manual
- Impressive and feature packed application for flying, recording and loads more
- The camera can tilt for taking video from different angles
- Takes away the need for a micro SD card and records on your phone
- Very compact with nice design folding rotor arms for packing away
- Good range without losing connection
- Phone holder clip for the controller
- Has the ability record for a VR headset for flight viewing

What I Didn’t Like
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- I can’t find anything I don’t like with this drone but if I come across any issues I will return and edit my review.

Summary
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A cracking little foldable drone, its great fun and really easy to fly, has a really good application that is packed with features along with giving the ability to record footage from the drone camera which moves for different angle recording, it’s small but very strong and folds up nice and compact. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £34.99
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Monday 16 October 2017

Foxcesd Mini Dash Cam (16GB Card Included ) Review

Great little budget dash cam with some great features, my nephew passed his driving test last week and has just bought his first car so I said I would get him a dash cam and he was grateful but asked that I didn’t spend a fortune on it and got a little one he could fit behind the rear view mirror so this looked ideal.


It arrived in a plain flip top box with the dash cam in a little cellophane bag with a protector on the lens, it comes with a 16gb micro SD card another reason I purchased this one and unless you are storing up driving footage I find with my own 16GB more than adequate as it has loop recording which means it overwrites the oldest footage once the card is full, under the camera it had the windscreen fitting and two leads, one for fitting in the car and a USB to mini USB connector for transferring files to a desktop PC or laptop.


The instructions are very clear and easy to follow and I set it up indoors going through the menu settings via the button on the bottom right of the camera, apart from GPS tracking this camera had the exact same features as my dash cam which was well in excess of a hundred pounds and this was only £32.99 at the time of my purchase including the memory card.


I wanted to give all the features a good test before giving it to my nephew as he wanted me to go through how to use it with him and he had already purchased a fitting kit so I had offered to hard wire it in for him a very simple task with a kit and I would certainly recommend doing it, I tested the G-sensor with a bit of hard braking and it locked the files as it should, the wide angle recording quality is superb and captures everything both sides of the road including side roads and the paths. This camera is really small and sits perfectly behind the rear view mirror or down from it should you wish to view the screen, what I really like about the wide angle recording is you can locate the camera any place you like on the screen and you will capture everything.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing unboxing, going through the menu and then going on to show some day and night time recording both of which were crystal clear quality but you should be aware the quality does tend to degrade somewhat when uploaded through the optimisation system so it is not really a great representation of the quality of the live recording.

  • -Ultra FHD 1080P Video Quality: This vehicle camera record maximum 1920*1080 Full HD Video at 30 frames per second with 1.5 inch compact LCD display, don't miss any interesting moments and any dangerous circumstances while driving.
  • -Multi-function: G-sensor powers automatic video recording and video file locking when a collision or crash is detected. Loop recording support automatically record in loop the seamless video to use the memory efficiently, with the earliest unlocked video clips being overwritten when reaching the storage card's maximal capacity. No need to format SD card manually.
  • -Wide Angle: Broad 140 degree field of view with grade high-resolution wide Angle lens can capture both sides of the road including side roads and paths, offer useful and requisite details when you zoom in. You shall not worry about shooting leakage along your way, providing comprehensive and superior recordings for future use.
  • -Motion detection: The device is turned on and begins recording automatically with the engine ignition on and turned off automatically shortly after the engine is off. It will turn on and record automatically when a collision happens as well.
  • -Support TF memory card (4 to 32GB), 16 GB TF Card included, more convenient and buy one get three. 1-YEAR WARRANTY service and professional customer service & technical support.


What I liked
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- Tiny and a very discreet dash cam
- Very good quality finishing on the camera with nice push silver buttons
- LCD screen quality is very clear
- Easy to navigate menu system with a multitude of features and settings
- Recording quality both day and night is superb with 140 degree wide angle recording
- Comes with a 16GB micro SD card so it’s ready to use straight out of the box with no additional purchases apart from a car :)
- The price is great

What I Didn’t Like
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- If I wanted to be really picky I would say the cigarette connector is the moulded type and I prefer the ones that plug in via a USB so you can have a different connector that takes multiple devices but this is going to be hard wired in so not really an issue

Summary
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Overall a cracking little budget dash cam that has the features and settings of a expensive camera, has great recording quality and is ready to use straight out of the box and I have given it a full five stars. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £32.99
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Sunday 15 October 2017

AURO VAPE Electronic Cigarette Alpha 50W Vape Kit Review

A great little beginner first vape pen or a lightweight pocket size one for on the move for a regular vaper. This arrived in a AURO VAPE branded white box that slides out with the instructions on the top, main mod pen, two coils, a charge lead and fittings for the top tank.


This is unlike any other mod pen I have used as the coil and tank are part of the pen rather than being a detachable addition and I really like it, it’s very lightweight compared to my other mod boxes and slips easily into my top pocket without dragging it down with weight. After opening it up I fitted the coil, glass and mouth piece, a very simple task which takes no time at all, I then filled it with my own juice put it on charge for a couple of hours while the juice soaked into the coil.


After it was fully charged I gave it a test, the vape pen does not have any adjustments or settings, just five clicks to turn it on and five to turn it off which for the purest will be a negative but as a pen for someone new to vaping this is ideal, no confusing settings or learning what all the settings are but as a vaper of five years myself I found the vape experience great giving me huge plumes of vapour and the flavour burst through so this is now my go to mod pen I grab when going out the door.


I have added a short video and will also add some pictures just going through opening it all up, fitting the coil, glass and mouth piece then filling it with liquid, if I am planning to use a mod pen shortly after fitting the coil I always add a bit of vape liquid to the little inlets on the side of the coil but as it wasn’t the case here I just left it to all soak in for a couple of hours, I then went on to give it a test.


✈NICOTINE FREE & CERTIFICATED-- CE, REACH, FCC,ROHS & WEEE certificated, safety guranteed. NO tar, no tabacco,something great for your health and your family's.
✈CONVINIENT FOR TRAVEL-- Portable size. Sleek body, vibrant color vaporizer to light up daily vaping.
✈SIMPLE TO USE: Press the power button for 5 times to turn it on, keep pressing it to start vaping(suggested 2-5 seconds each inhale), and when you finish, loose the power button. 5 times press on the button again to turn it off.
✈SIDE MICRO USB CHARCHING PORT-- Charge your Electronic cigarette pen battery by pluging USB into your PC, wall charger , car charger... anywhere you go.
✈1600mAh BATTERY: Built-in 1600mAh battery, enough to smoke 1-2 days for moderate vaping once fully charged. Takes within 2 hours to get it fully charged. Replacement coils please go to: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B075XL1XS2


What I liked
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- Very nice design
- Lightweight so won’t put a strain on your pocket
- Gives a really nice vape experience
- Everything is auto so no messing about setting it up
- Comes with a spare coil
- Good wide opening on the top of the tank making it very easy to fill

What I Didn’t Like
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- If I want to be really picky it does not allow pass through vaping meaning you can’t use it while charging but very minor

Summary
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Overall a great little mod pen ideal for anyone taking up vaping for the first time, it’s lightweight so also a great little mod pen for any vaper to use on the move. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £19.99
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Thursday 12 October 2017

HMK Digital Car Portable Air Compressor Tyre Pump Review

Nice compact lightweight effective tyre pump, I have been meaning to get one of these for some time but never seemed to get round to it and always end up at the supermarket petrol station using the one there but after waiting in line for 15 minutes last week just to check my tyre pressure I decided it was time I finally purchased one.


I wanted something easy to use, compact and lightweight that I could set with the tyre pressure I wanted and just press a button and it would do the rest and stop when complete, I went for this one over some others as I liked the idea of it also having a light in the front which could be very useful if I need to inflate at night or in an emergency.

It arrived in a simple branded flip top box all packed in bubble wrap, it had a simple instruction sheet and 3 different tips for inflating things other than the car which I can see getting used sometime in the future, the inflation lead tucks nicely into a recess on the underside rear of the tyre pump as does the power lead so will pack away nice and neat in the boot.


After opening it all up it was time to give it a test, the controls are fairly straight forward you just plug it into the cigarette socket on your car ensuring the car is running so as not to flatten the battery, press the ‘R’ button on the pump to select the unit of pressure, use the plus and minus keys to select the required pressure, attach the end to the valve on the tyre and once done press down the power button and away it goes auto shutting off when it got to the correct pressure. The power lead is long enough to reach both rear tyres without any struggle and there is a push button to turn on the light should it be needed.


I have added a short video and will also add some pictures showing the unpacking, testing the pump by inflating the front and rear tyres on my car, my original video is of high quality but the video quality often degrades considerable when uploaded but hopefully not too much.

✔ AUTO SHUTOFF - HuiMeiKang portable air compressor pump uses inflate right technonology to automatically shut off when the proper tyre pressure is reached. simply set the desired pressure level and press the "on" button. When the set pressure is reached, the inflator automatically shuts off.
✔ LED LIGHTS - HuiMeiKang digital tyre inflator is equipped with bright and long-lasting LED lights for easy night use, so you can see clearly while you're reinflating your tyre at night or making quick repairs on a dark lonely country road.
✔ USER-FRIENDLY - The type of cigarette socket, can be inserted directly, 3M line length to facilitate the front and rear tyre inflation. Automatically and rapidly inflated. One-touch switch Just press start to start work, press close to stop, make HuiMeiKang air compressor pump convenient to use.
✔ SPACE-SAVING - HuiMeiKang portable tyre inflator with portable compact design makes it easy to lift, easy to carry around, keep this mini air compressor and tyre air inflator in your trunk, use it anytime you need.
✔ MULTI-PURPOSE - HuiMeiKang tyre pump comes with 3 different tips, which makes it perfect for cars, bikes, motorcycles, RV, SUV, ATV and truck. Also, sports equipment and inflatables adaptors included. Check the tyre pressure before departure, reduce security risks!


What I liked
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- Lightweight and compact
- All the leads conceal back into the unit when not in use
- I found the inflation rate really quick
- The auto shutoff works perfectly
- The light on the front is a nice feature
- The LED display is good and clear
- Simple to use with different selectable units of pressure

What I Didn’t Like
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- Very picky but the manual could be better apart from that it’s perfect for my intended use

Summary
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Overall I am very pleased with this purchase, it’s compact, the leads tuck back into the unit so they won’t be getting in a tangle in the boot of my car, it’s simple to use and I can’t fault it, for these reasons I have given it full marks. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £21.99
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Friday 6 October 2017

National Geographic NGMICROSCOPE With Over 50 Accessories Review

A great microscope kit perfect to introduce a child to the wonders of science, I wanted this to show my daughter the wonders all around us we either take for granted or are unaware of every day in the microscopic world. This arrived in a nice glossy branded National Geographic box with the accessories packed in the top in a separate box and the microscope below packed and protected in polystyrene.


It came with a really nice learning guide taking you through the early history of microscopes and their part in scientific breakthroughs, evolving into the modern day microscopes you see today following onto detailing the preparation of slides and looking at specimens, the instruction manual is very clear and easy to follow giving you a step by step guide to growing brine shrimp which are supplied and this is a good interesting way to introduce your child involving them in the whole process from growing, preparation and viewing the end results.


After unpacking and fitting the two AA batteries needed for the lights (not supplied) it was time to give it a test, we started off viewing the 10 prepared slides which instantly grabbed my daughters interest changing the magnification lens to the higher magnification which is a simple process of slipping one set off and the other set on, the microscope has an adjustment to move the viewing in and out so as to find the right angle for a child’s and adults eyes and a simple turn up and down to get focus.


The light has two settings so as to give light from below for viewing slides and transparent items and light from above when viewing objects such as the supplied geode specimen which works well and is a nice touch, my daughter is obsessed with spiders and insisted we catch and view one, she was amazed by the detail it showed along with the spiders eyes which she found really interesting prompting questions and as I had hoped more research by her on the internet to find out more.


I have added a video and will also add some pictures showing the unboxing and fitting the batteries, I did managed to capture some footage of the viewing of various items including the spider my daughter captured and although not the clearest footage I think it gives a good indication of what can be seen. Please note: my original video is of high quality but the video quality often degrades considerable when uploaded but hopefully not too much.

  • THE ULTIMATE DUAL MICROSCOPE! - This high-quality stereo microscope does the job of two instruments, allowing you to view both slides and 3D objects - like the included geode specimen
  • OPTICAL GLASS & TWO LIGHTS! - 20X and 50X magnification and ultra-bright lights illuminate your object from above or below so you'll see everything in incredible detail
  • TONS OF EXTRAS - Includes 10 prepared slides, 10 blank slides, 23-slide storage container, tweezers, eye dropper, learning guide, dust cover, mini geode, and instructions
  • BRINE SHRIMP EXPERIMENT - Watch them hatch, malt, and grow! Includes brine shrimp eggs, hatchery station, petri dish, and experiments
  • National Geographic Toy's 2-year manufacturer warranty

What I liked
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- Masses of accessories along with samples for viewing
- The brine shrimp eggs included is a nice touch with a guide to grow them makes for a great experiments you can gain a child’s interest
- Very easy to use and switch lenses
- Nice glossy learning guide taking you through the history of microscopes and more
- Top and bottom switchable light system works really well for viewing different objects or slides
- Good weight and solid base so would be difficult to knock over and damage
- Has everything you need with the exception of 2 x AA batteries so no additional purchases needed

What I Didn’t Like
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- Nothing I can add here it’s a perfect started kit for a child but if any issues do arise I will return and add them

Summary
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Overall this is a superb microscope starter kid for a child with everything you need to be up and running in no time, I love it and best of all my daughter loves it and is learning along the way so for that reason I have given it five stars. If you have any questions please feel free to ask I will do my best to answer.

Price: £69.99

 

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