VEIKK VK1560 15.6 inch Full HD Drawing Monitor Review

I do a lot of work on photograph reconstruction, manipulation, repair and adjustment using Photoshop and although this is the best product on the market for doing this you are always limited by mouse movement not allowing for free hand and free flowing reconstruction work. I have been using Photoshop for nearly 20 years now and the progression of tools such as content aware have made my work a lot easier and quicker but fine adjustment and reconstruction is always the really difficult part especially on faces.

I had a few prerequisites before getting a new drawing tablet one being a better pen mainly lighter as I have used rechargeable which work fine but I find the weight after a while and a long job becomes a problem so this being a battery free passive pen was ideal to remove this issue, I wanted a screen with a good adjustment range so it would sit comfortably on my desk below my monitor and had to be precise with precision when I used it and of course a good display that would link easily to my computer and give me duel screen and this seemed to fit all my needs along with budget.

This arrived in a flip top brown box with everything well padded and protected, after unpacking I linked it all up and downloaded and installed the drivers for Windows from the veikk website all very simple and straight forward and after setting up and adjusting the duel monitor settings I was up and running. The display is very nice and crystal clear being a perfect size for my needs and the multiple tilt adjustment allowed me to get it into the perfect angle for my needs.

I loaded up Photoshop and ran it through multiple tasks I do every day with zoomed in fine line and reconstruction work, blending, colour correction, selection and adjustment along with pin point area selection for layering adjustment and repair all really pleasing and precise with the exact precision I need, the pen is very nice, light and fits in the hand well, I have since setup the hot keys which work really well although I will need to get into the habit of using them.

I recorded a short video and have added some pictures really just showing the process of drawing, ease of selection and free hand drawing something really not possible with a mouse to give any sort of stability, accuracy or free flowing of lines, this is not really something I do so please forgive the poor artistry as my main work is high zoom reconstruction work something that would not translate well to a video.

Overall I am really pleased with this drawing tablet, easy to set up, light and precise battery free pen, highly adjustable, fits exactly how I wanted on my desk, good precision pressure sensitivity allowing me to do very fine line detail, very nice clear display along with hot key for quick switching.

• 15.6" 1920 x 1080 resolution IPS Pen Display, invites users on a digital exploration like none other. The VK1560 new hardware has enhanced its display to feature a more accurate color spectrum. With 94% Adobe RGB, rely on images to come out just as imagined.
• 7 customized hot keys and an upgraded quick dial allows for all sorts of unique customization options. Whether an illustrator or an architect, the VK1560 specialized design was made for all creative minds.
• Battery-free passive pen with 8192 levels Pressure Sensitivity ,support one Click Toggle pen shortcut keys switch Pen to Eraser, no charge needed , energy-saving and environmental protection.There is a pen tray on the right side of the display which helps you place the pen conveniently.
• A pedestal of excellence, the VK1560 can be used in an array of angles without any  frustration. Working at the perfect angle, the stand enhances all digital art creation on the VK1560.
• Compatible with XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 and Mac OS latest version. . Work with Adobe Photoshop, , SAI, Illustrator, 3D Max, Corel Painter, Comic studio, ZBrush., etc. Comes with 1- year warranty. Must be used with a computer

Warm Tips

1. Before installing VEIKK driver, please uninstall all tablet drivers from your computer, and keep all antivirus program closed, after installation then restart your computer. 

2. Please download updated driver from our official website: www.veikk.com 

3.If  your computer do not have a HDMI port , please buy an interface converter; 

4.If your computer is a desktop and have a discrete graphics, please connect the video cable to your discrete graphics port ;

Specification

Product Dimension: 444.2mm (L) x 242mm (W) x 23.5mm (H)

Active Area:293.76mm(L) x 165.24mm(W) 11.5 x 6.5 inch 

Pen: Battery-free Passive Pen

DPI: 1920 x 1080

Pen Pressure: 8192 levels

Resolution: 5080 LPI

Data Report Rate:230pps(points/second )

Reading Height:10mm

Contrast Ratio: 700:1 Brightness: 300 (cd/m2) Response Rate: 19ms 

Advanced Battery-free Passive Stylus with 8192 Levels Pressure Sensitivity

Using passive battery technology, built-in efficient smart chip, get rid of charging  trouble, passive wireless, free, energy saving, life extension, smooth painting lines.

Package includes

1 x Pen Display

1 x Passive Pen 

6 x Replacement Nibs(3 soft,3 hard,1 pen remover inside)

1 x Pen Pocket

1 x USB Cable

1 x HDMI Cable

1 x Power Adapter

1 x Power Cable

1 x DP to HDMI Cable

1 x Drawing Glove

1 x Cleaning Cloth

1 x Quick Guide

Price: £349.99

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AUNEX Smart Wireless Video Doorbell Review

I liked the idea of the video doorbell and although I work mostly from home we get a multitude of cold callers here such as political canvassing, window sales, utility switching promoters, religion promoters etc and although I tell them I am not interested it means stopping work and getting up to open the door not only breaking my concentration but also wasting my time. I like the idea of being able to answer my door while I’m out not only for security but annoyingly frequently I have a missed delivery when just popped out for 20 minutes on the school run or to the shop and the doorbell has already saved me having to reschedule a delivery or going to pick it up.

The doorbell arrived in a Aunex branded box with everything need to fit it, the instructions are very clear walking you through the setting up of the doorbell which is very straight forward and includes a QR code for both Android and IOS devices which makes it simple to scan and download the UBell application to the device you are using. After setting it up I also installed the UBell application to my wife’s phone using the Share QR code feature just a quick scan and my wife’s phone was set up instantly.

After it was set up I fitted it to my front door, it has connectors for AC power but as I fitted it on the door I didn’t want to mess about and with two 18650 batteries supplied It’s no problem to just charge them over night every few months through the micro USB charge port on the back of the bell. Once you have fitted the bell on the mounting plate there is a small hex head screw that goes in the bottom to stop it being removed plus the added protection of an instant notification on your device if it is removed.

The notification when someone rings the bell has about a one second delay for me but I would think this varies slightly depending on the strength and quality of your WiFi connection, the two way voice communication is very clear and video quality more than adequate to clearly show who is at the door, the UBell application has a cruise mode which will scan the area and a switch mode giving you the option of a wide view of the area or close in view of who is at the door. Recording or taking a snapshot is very simple with just a touch on the video or camera buttons. The PIR detection works really well picking up and notifying you of any movement and adjustable High, Medium or low.

Overall I am really pleased with the doorbell, it’s very easy to setup, simple to fit, comes with everything you need so no additional purchases needed, gives good clear video and audio and picks up movement near the door, the notification system works really well, adding an additional phone or tablet is really simple and is great for answering the door while I’m out.

• High-quality Two-way Audio Camera Doorbell & Day and Night Vision Interactive conversation with visitors is possible with AUNEX smart doorbell. Built-in 720P HD Camera lens offer clear videos and images; Can help to recognize visitors easily. High quality video can be delivered no matter it is day or night with built-in IR LED.
• PIR Motion Detection Function & Wide-Angle Viewing Range With special PIR motion detection function (detection distance: 3 meters), the video doorbell is automatically recorded and you can get a notification from the smartphone about current situation. 166 ° wide angle lens allow you to see everything around your entryway without missing any detail.
• Easy and Wireless SET-UP & Ultra Long Standby Time To set up wired doorbell is a complex and time-consuming project. AUNEX wireless doorbell can be installed easily and conveniently with mounting bracket. With ultra-low power consumption technology, working time more than 6 months, standby time more than a year.
• Wide Applications & Security Guarantee Camera doorbell offer real time monitor; Protect home, company and factory like a brave Guard, helped a lot in crime prevention;
• Full Set of Doorbell Accessories Included in Package This is full set of video doorbell with all accessories included. Do not need to pay extra money at all. Package = Wireless doorbell + Mounting bracket + Mounting Screws + Security Screw + 4 Anchors + Hex Key + USB Cable + 2 Batteries + 16GB Micro SD Card.

Price: £72.99

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Andrew James Electric Egg Boiler Poacher Cooker Review

Egg cookers are great little devices and I have been using them for about three years now and I would definitely recommend them no matter what brand you go for. My current egg cooker has the capacity for six boiled eggs and a tray for two poached eggs but when I saw this was on offer I couldn’t resist with it taking seven eggs and a poaching container that will take four eggs at a time.

This does a great job and the buzzer when they are ready is loud and clear so you won’t miss when they are finished, I was not keen on the lid as I am used to a solid plastic one with a handle on the top for easy removal and this one would have been far better with some sort of handle moulded into the lid. The measuring container is fluted which I also feel is a bit of a mistake as it makes it harder for fine adjustment on the water quantity, it has an egg piercing pin on the bottom although this is something I have never used as I just boil them as is because I am always worried I will either smash the egg or they will burst in the cooker.

I tested it out first with seven boiled eggs and it did a superb job and I also find eggs out of egg cookers are really easy the shell, I then tried four poached eggs, I found with medium size eggs it fills each section to the top so steady hands are needed when putting them in the cooker or you can remove some of the white, the measurement for poached eggs is way out for how I like them and they all came out almost hard when I like the yoke runny although I have since found the exact level of water needed for how I like them and to be fair I found exactly the same issue with my other egg cooker. With poached eggs always make sure you coat the container with a little bit of oil then they come out nice and easy.

Overall this is a great little device and if you like boiled eggs or poached eggs it’s a hassle free way of cooking them quickly, it does a really good job of boiled eggs and poached eggs, I haven’t tried it for steaming vegetables and doubt I ever will but don’t see why it shouldn’t give good results, it’s let down a bit by the lid for me but it’s not really a big deal. Just as an added note I clean mine now and again with a little descaler  as they do tend to get a bit scaled up after a while.

• HEALTHY EASY FAST BOILED EGGS -- Eggs are packed with high-quality proteins, vitamins, minerals and good fats. It can be tricky making the perfect boiled egg, with the Andrew James Electric Egg Boiler And Poacher you can create the perfect boiled eggs, poached eggs and even steam your favourite vegetables. The base plate of the Egg Maker is made from stainless steel ensure fast cooking times.
• LARGE 7 EGG CAPACITY -- With this rapid Egg Cooker you can make up to 7 boiled eggs in just minutes thanks to its 320 - 380 Watt power rating. No need for an egg timer as our Egg Boiler includes a measuring cup which has level markings to indicate how much water is required and how many eggs you're cooking and whether you want soft, medium or hard boiled eggs.
• 4 POACHED EGGS OR STEAMER VEG -- If you prefer poached eggs simply change the attachment to the poaching tray, then you are able to cook 4 poached eggs at once! Compliment you meal by using the steam attachment to cook your favourite vegetables. Steaming vegetables, such as asparagus and spinach, is the best way to preserve all the healthy vitamins.
• ENERGY SAVING & SAFETY FEATURES -- The Andrew James Egg Boiler / Egg Poacher is designed to cook eggs to perfection, without consuming excessive amounts of electrical energy. When the desired amount of water has boiled, the Egg Cooker will then sound the buzzer to alert the user. The handle of the Egg Boiler is located to the right of the machine, this is an added safety feature which prevents the user from getting a steam burn.
• 2 YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY - Shop with confidence! The Andrew James Egg Boiler comes with a 2 year manufacturer's warranty as standard, giving you peace of mind.

Price: £19.99

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