I love these earphones! OK, so they’re not the most beautiful bits of tech you have ever seen, but you get a quality piece of kit for the price!
The Etymotic HF3’s are understated, comfortable and perfect for the most demanding audio connoisseurs. Using noise isolation these earphones offer a high-end experience at a rather reasonable price of £134.95.
Comfort
One of the overriding perceptions that people have of in-earphones, is that they are uncomfortable – this is certainly NOT the case for the HF3’s, as their soft and flexible ear buds provide a superbly comfortable listening experience. Due to their malleable form, they sit snugly in the ear canal and lodge firmly in place, so you don’t have to worry about them falling out.
As I have larger and more cavernous ears, the large buds suited my needs just fine. However, if you’re not jug eared like me, then there are diddy ones for you to wrap your lug holes around. The provided ear bud shapes also vary just to make sure they suit your needs. Furthermore, Etyomotic offer a service that provides users with customisable earplugs – just to make sure you are comfortable! - http://www.etymotic.com/customfit/index.html
Sound
In terms of sound quality – the HF3’s score good marks, yet again! The speakers deliver crisp, sharp notes, which are a joy to listen to. The bass is relatively good for an in-ear headset, but sometimes suffers at higher volumes. But it has to be said, the audio quality is comparable to far more expensive headsets, if not better!
If you are looking for the Best Electrical Christmas Gift of 2011, these funky new noise cancelling headphones would be ideal! The Digital Silence in-ear headphones are the ultimate Christmas solution for commuters, music lovers and on-the-go business people. These take the dilemma out of shopping when the recipient has everything!
With the annoying and intrusive sounds of commuter trains, loud overhead announcements and street noise constantly in the background, these may well be a thing of the past with the new DS-321D. These contain Digital Ambient Noise Cancelling Technology, which enables users to listen to what they want without any stressful interruptions.
For those always on the go, the HD quality speakers and on cord voice microphone will allow users to make their phone calls in blissful silence, blocking out the hustle and bustle of the city so they can concentrate on their calls. These should be a must have!
The DS-321D are a state-of-the-art in-ear digital active ambient noise-cancelling stereo headphones with voice microphone, perfect for the busy professional on the go.
These Digital Silence in-ear headphones are available from Carphone Warehouse and Play.com. They are available in Black or White and are priced around £69.99. Check out http://www.digital-silence.com for further specs and information.
Right listen up, this isn’t just a portable speaker for an MP3 player. The Pocket Boom is a tiny sized bit of fun!
The Pocket Boom portable vibration speaker turns any surface into a speaker. It is a speaker that doesn’t actually come with a speaker….
This very cool gadget can convert any surface into a speaker by simply placing the vibrating end – the magic sticky pad - to the surface.
The sound varies depending on what you use as the ‘speaker’ and this is where the fun starts. I promise you that you will not be able to help yourself – you will start looking at everyday objects to see what works best.
As long as the surface is flat, the Pocket Boom works on every conceivable surface, from double glazed windows and solid oak doors to wooden boxes, plastic bowls and even things like shoes and fruit.
This is exclusively available on MobileFun.co.uk from Today, 1st December 2011 and makes a great stocking filler for every music fan.
You’ve got to see it to believe it. Watch how it works in the Pocket Boom video:
Measuring just 9.5cm long and 3.5cm in diameter, the Pocket Boom is small enough to carry around with you in your pocket. And at £19.99, it’s easy on the pocket too.
Duracell have introduced their new and improved products, and I can tell you that charging is now much easier and quicker! With the use of these new Duracell products, you can be rest assured that they will help people go beyond the usual power limits of their daily devices. The new line-up features a range of Portable USB Chargers, Rechargeable Chargers and cells and traditional disposable round cell batteries designed to meet people’s power needs both at home and on the go.
The biggest new addition is the Duracell Portable USB Charger 1800mAh also known as the Duracell 5-hour Portable Charger (£39.00). This power charger can provide you with up to 5 hours extra talk time for your smartphone, and can charge two devices at once via USB cable while on the move. Very clever indeed, not to mention very smart looking! This has been created to enhance your mobile device charging in a compact design. It’s small enough to be discrete and is an ideal option for those with multiple devices on the move, able to provide extra power anytime, anywhere. It comes with a USB cable and a plug for your wall socket making it very versatile as where to charge it!
The key benefits of the Duracell 5-hour Portable Charger is as follows:-
• Up to 5 hours of extra talk-time for smartphones
• Charges two devices on the go
• Charges devices while plugged into an outlet for minimum fuss
• Features a power-check button for added convenience
• Micro-USB cable (and Micro-to-Mini Tip adapter) included
• Perfect for back-up power and device charging while travelling or on the move
• Sleek, compact design
• Recharge your Duracell Portable USB Charger via the wall socket
The Speedy Charger (£29.99) is an affordable and fast charger. Its sleek design enables you to take this charger anywhere, providing a quick recharge to ensure you’re ready anytime. Personally, I think that this should be a must have I all households (especially those with lots of battery operated toys!). Allowing you to charge up to 4 batteries in 2-3 hours, this really is a speedy charger! Or, if you only need 2 batteries charged, it’s as fast as an hour.
The key benefits of the Duracell Speedy Charger are as follows:-
• Standard 4 cell charge in 2-3 hours
• Fast charge mode recharges 2 AAA/AA batteries in 1 hour
• Charger comes with two AA and two AAA Duracell Stay Charged batteries
• Using rechargeable batteries is great for the environment and your pocket
• Superb quality and design
OK Peeps, this is a gift for you! I want to introduce Elsie, a really exciting new UK female singer.
She is going places…fast.
I will admit that I am enjoying X Factor, particularly for Gary Barlow’s overworked eyebrow and Louis Walsh’s lapses in composure and pitch. The acts aren’t all that bad either.
But I prefer my music a little more organic, a little more original and a lot more unique.
Labelled ‘One to watch’ by The Sunday Times, the debut album by this talented singer / songwriter is out early next year, produced by Jim Lowe, the man behind the Stereophonics’ sound.
What makes Elsie special? It’s a combination of an astounding vocal, hard work, and downright sassiness. She has attitude, yes, but it’s a good attitude. One that reflects that of the modern woman – feisty, confident and fun.
“I wanted to talk about what it’s like being a girl or young woman in the world today,” she says.
Elsie’s distinctive voice has been inspired by Blondie, maybe with a sprinkle of Sam Brown huskiness. Her disco rock sound is so right for now, and her band are as tight as it gets.
So your gift is a link to a free download of Elsie’s cover of the Streophonics ‘Dakota’ (click the link). You will agree with all the above once you have heard this, it’s a beauty.
Here’s Elsie’s cover of Let’s Stay Together….it is also rather good!
Her debut single will be released in January and there are two gigs in London before the end of the year at The 100 Club (Nov 11) and This Feeling (Dec 10).
If 2011 was Adele’s year, 2012 will surely be the year for this extra special new UK female singer, Elsie.
