10 tech solutions you shouldn’t be without

Technology is moving faster than ever now, and it can be difficult to keep track. That’s why we’ve put together this handy little guide to all the latest apps, home electronics and personal wellness gear that’s worth the investment.

Cash in on redundant tech (and save the planet)

If, like most people nowadays, you have a drawer full of old phones that you don’t use anymore, why not make money from it? Compare and Recycle is a smart comparison website that helps you get the top price for your pre-loved device. Simply search for your phone, choose from the offers on display and send it in. There are over 30 different recycling companies to choose from, already compared for you to make the wisest decision.

Users receive an average of £218.22 for their devices, and last year Compare and Recycle helped hundreds of thousands of users unlock over £41 million in a hassle-free process that’s also kind to the environment. Because keeping tablets, smartwatches and phones out the landfill is always a great call.

For more info visit Compareandrecycle.co.uk

Breathe easy

If you’re ever struggled with stress, anxiety or insomnia then help is now quite literally at hand. Moonbird, created by Belgian-born, London-based brother and sister team Michael and Stefanie Broes, PhD, is a smart, sleek handheld device that’s scientifically designed and calibrated to be your ultimate personal breathing coach. Offering live feedback on heart rate, the Moonbird ‘breathes’ in your hand to encourage you into a relaxed rhythm.

Pair with a smartphone app to choose between different breathing patterns, exercises, calming meditations and inspiring audio tracks. Monitor your data – heart rhythm, HRV and coherence – for an empirical, measurable guide to how you’re doing. Or, if you’re anxious to get off screens, it still works fine without the app. Find your calm through the simple, pure magic of breathing and save 10 per cent off Moonbird until 15 June using code “COUPON10”.

Find out more at Moonbird.life

Don’t lose power on your next adventure

Camping has changed a lot over the last decade. Now, you can watch Netflix under the stars, fire your camera drone 100ft up into the air to capture those dreamy landscapes and cook up a showstopping feast or make barista-level coffee. To do all that, however, you’ll need a reliable power source, which is where the Jackery Solar Generator 1500 Pro comes in.

Simply put, it’s the perfect partner for all your spring and summer outdoor adventures. Whether you’re camping, hiking, or exploring new places, the 1500 Pro provides the power you need to keep your devices charged.

Get your Jackery solar generator 1500 Pro now at Uk.jackery.com

Lead the charge

Say goodbye to slow, inefficient chargers and instead join the Gallium Nitride revolution. GaN (Gallium Nitride) is a recent innovation in electronics, which basically charges your device more quickly and efficiently than ever before. UGREEN – a trusted name in consumer electronics for over a decade now – has used all of its innovation and production knowhow to create the Nexode Serie charger range, available in a number of capacities – 20W up to an impressive 200W – and port types, including USB-A and USB-C.

Most of all, it automatically calibrates its charge based on your device, so you get a fast, optimal experience. It’s compact, attractive and almost twice as fast as a regular charger when hooked up to a Mac M1. Don’t be caught without charge next time you travel – plus, you can save 20 per cent on the race right now.

Shop now at Amazon.co.uk

Get home safely

Ever worried about a friend or family member on a journey and wished you could keep track of them? My First Alert is a new app with a simple, clear intuitive interface that enables you to do just that. Designed to give you peace of mind, the app will notify you via SMS when the person on the journey – for instance a child going to school, or a mate leaving the pub after dark – sets off – and when they arrive.

It’ll also keep you in the loop if their route changes, or if they pause along the way – even if their battery is running low. The top thing is it’s automatic, so nobody has to remember to stay in touch. And because it only costs £1 a year, it’s accessible to all.

Find out more at Myfirstalert.org

Juice up your travel gear with a reliable solar generator

Looking for a way to charge your speakers and devices simultaneously while on the go? In need of a trusty power source for your motor home’s appliances? What if we told you there was an affordable, eco-friendly power supply that you could power up no matter where you are? Believing that where there’s sunlight, there’s unlimited power supply, BLUETTI is on a mission to help create a sustainable future through budget-saving green energy storage solutions. Built with a next-gen MPPT solar inverter, the company’s AC500 allows a 3,000W maximum solar input.

It can be charged by AC, solar, generator, lead-acid battery, dual- or triple-charging methods, and welcomes up to six B300s battery packs for a total capacity of 18,432Wh. Creating a solar system with compatible solar panels can bring power independence. Users can control and monitor the power consumption through the BLUETTI app. BLUETTI, a leading provider of clean energy storage solutions, has announced its Easter Campaign, which will run from 6-16 Apr. During this event, customers can prepare for their Easter holiday with a range of renewable power backup options.

Find out more at Bluettipower.co.uk

Savour cinematic excellence everywhere

Personal projector technology has come on in leaps and bounds over the past few years. And the summit of quality, style and flexibility is now here in the shape of the XGIMI MoGo 2 Series. The MoGo 2 Pro represents a huge leap forward, with outstanding Hollywood-grade colour temperature standards, professional sound from twin 8W speakers, Intelligent Screen Adaption Technology 2.0 and the latest Android TV integrated as standard – meaning you can watch a whole world of content in pin-sharp fidelity wherever you are.

Whether you’re inside having a cosy movie night, or enjoying a warm summer evening’s screening outdoors, the MoGo 2 Pro is your absolute go to.

For more information check out Uk.xgimi.com

Level up your entertainment set-up

Over the years Dolby has become a byword for excellence in audio-visual entertainment. Dolby technology is already used in a wide variety of consumer products at all price points – chances are you’ve already got some, or have had some in your home, in the past. To make sure you’re getting the highest quality out of your home setup – across TV, movies, music, games and sport – Dolby has just introduced the ultimate consumer buyers’ guide.

Simply enter information about what you need and what your space is like, and the site will recommend the ideal screen or soundbar to unsure you’re getting the top Dolby experience money can buy, through brands you already know and trust like LG, Sony, Philips, Toshiba and more. Because the finest entertainment quite simply deserves the very finest tech.

Learn more at Dolby.com

Meet your new bud

Respected Irish audio specialist ONESONIC has yet again set the standard for ergonomics, fidelity and style with the MXS-HD1 ANC High Definition audio earbuds. Comfortable and attractive, with genuinely impressive noise-cancelling functionality, the buds offer superb reproduction of music, talk and phone conversations at this or indeed any price point.

The earbuds are wholly and straightforwardly Bluetooth 5 compatible with Apple and Android products – so you can seamlessly use Siri or Google Assistant to run your life. It also means that you can enjoy balanced sound, with clear audio and compatibility with all your existing services from the independent Irish firm. Get next day delivery from onesonic.co.uk, or on the Amazon ONESONIC shop.

Shop now at Amazon.co.uk

Stay cool this summer

When the mercury rises we all love to turn up the air con. But is there a more efficient, greener way? Evapolar is an international brand that produces, stylish, energy-smart and extremely cool personal air coolers. Consuming fully 100 times less electricity than a regular air conditioner – saving as much as 30 per cent on energy bills – Evapolar doesn’t rely on freon-based liquids and has a 100 per cent inorganic cartridge, meaning it’s not as liable to fur up with bacteria or mould.

The smart three-in-one tech cools and humidifies using an innovative evaporative approach, and the Eva Chill is portable, with LED lighting and nine hours cooling life on a full tank. Get 15 per cent off today with code “BEST15“ (until September).

Visit Evapolar.com now

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