The first test flight of the Falcon Heavy from SpaceX was a huge success. The rocket, which incorporates a full Falcon 9 rocket, and two extra Falcon 9 first stage rockets as strap-on boosters. This rocket design allows for a total payload delivery of up to 63,800 kilograms (140,700 lb), which compared to the 22,800 kilograms (50,300 lb) of […]
Amazon Alexa now officially supported in Ireland
While technically the devices were already capable of being shipped to Ireland for some time now, Amazon is now officially supporting Ireland with their line up of home voice assistants. This includes the access to all of the skills currently available within the UK, and some native Irish skills avaialble including RTÉ News, Dublin’s FM104, […]
Black Friday deals
It;s that time of the year again folks. Black Friday is now here, so we went looking for some decent deals to be had during the sale period, but don’t fret if something here doesn’t tickle your fancy, as Cyber Monday will arrive soon, and bring along some more deals (hopefully). Below is a break […]
Netflix increase price for HD and 4K subscriptions
Netflix have just a announced a price increase in the US, Europe, and UK. The change in price will affect the top tiers that Netflix have to offer, and wont affect the lower tier subscription. The cheapest SD option remains the same at €7.99/£5.99/$7.99. The 2 max stream in HD will go from €9.99/£7.49/$9.99 […]
Google announce Home Mini and Home Max
Google are finally launching some new Home devices, and of course the leaked Mini is among the list. The new devices are aimed at offering a cheaper home device, with a lesser speaker, and an even more substantial device with a more capable speaker than the original Home. Google Home Mini First up, let’s talk […]
Amazon launch Alexa calling support in UK, Germany, and Austria.
Earlier this year Amazon announced a the Echo Show along with calling support for Alexa devices. The new feature was somewhat praised and allowed users to contact others users conveniently with just their voice and an Alexa enabled device. Drop in support was also added a later date that brought the ability to use Alexa […]
GoPro Hero 6 brings 4K 60FPS and HDR video
GoPro’s latest press event was of course to announce the Hero6 action camera. The latest portable camera is already on sale and is set to bring some decent improvements to the Hero5. Straight off the bat we have new frame rate for all the resolutions, with 4K now sporting 60fps. 2.7K can do 120fps, and […]
Amazon announce 2nd generation Echo and Echo Plus, Echo Spot, and new Fire TV
Amazon had an impromptu Alexa themed event set for today, and while initially most were expecting one or two new items, we actually got quite a few new products announced. The new products also include word that Calling and messaging support is arriving in the UK and Germany, with the Echo Show also making its […]
Amazon UK Prime Day Deals
Amazons biggest sale Prime Day has just kicked off. The day will be filled with some pretty big price cuts, and anyone looking to grab a bargain should check it out. We have spend some time checking out the best deals and have included them below. Amazon Products Amazon Echo: £79.99 (down from £149.99) Amazon Echo […]
Google Home getting Bluetooth Audio, Calling support, and more
Google’s big developer I/O conference has kicked off today and right away we’re getting some interesting announcements. Google are adding some new features to their Home assistant device. Google Home becomes a Bluetooth speaker First up we have Bluetooth connectivity; allowing you to connect your phone/tablet or what have you to your Google home device […]