Aukey 5,000mAh USB C Mini Power Bank Unboxing & First Impressions 

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Welcome to my first impressions and unboxing of the Aukey 5,000mAh USB C Mini Power Bank. The key features are –

– One Port for Input and Output: The reversible and high-power connection Type-C make it possible to recharge this power pack at 5V/2A and charge a Type-C device at 5V/3A on the same port.

– 5,000mAh in Ultra-compact Design: Its size of small cylinder (111x30x30mm, 130g) fits perfectly your pocket or hang bag.

– Certified Safe: For protection against over-current, over-charging and short-circuiting.  

– Power Indicator: 4 LED dots shows you the remaining power and you could recharge the battery pack in time

– Box Contents: AUKEY Power Bank, USB-C to C Cable (20cm), User Manual, Warranty Card. Rubber ring. 

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Conclusion 

The Aukey 5,000mAh USB C is one of the new breed of power banks for devices that now come with the new USB C standard. 

Available from Amazon UK.

Aukey 2-in-1 Wireless Adapter, Transmitter & Receiver Unboxing – A really neat product 

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Welcome to my first look and unboxing of the Aukey Bluetooth Transmitter and Receiver. 

This little device does an awful lot for under £25, so let’s look at the key features- 

– Portable, lightweight wireless audio transmitter & receiver.

– Ideal wireless audio solution for a wide range of situations and uses. It features advanced wired and wireless digital sound technologies to transfer stunning sound all the way from the output to the input device

– Transmitter mode wirelessly streams audio from your non-Bluetooth TV, home stereo system, or CD player to your Bluetooth headphones or speakers

– Receiver mode wirelessly streams audio from your Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet, or computer to your wired stereo, speakers, or headphones

– Bluetooth 4.1 with aptX delivers fast, easy, energy-efficient connection and enhanced wireless sound quality on your aptX-compatible headphones and speakers. 

– BR-O2 also supports simultaneous wireless connection with two devices, so it can output audio to two pairs of headphones or receive audio from either one of two connected phones

– Box Contents: AUKEY BR-O2 2-in-1 Wireless Transmitter and Receiver, Toslink Optical Cable, 3.5mm Audio Cable, Micro-USB Cable, User Manual, 24-Month Product Replacement Warranty.  

Video Review 


Conclusion 
The Aukey Bluetooth transmitter and receiver is a nifty product capable of a number of different actions. Available from Amazon UK.

Aukey Outdoor Bluetooth Water Resistant Speaker Review 

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Welcome to my review of the Aukey Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker that costs less than £30. Before I get to the meat of the review, let’s highlight the key features – 

– Rugged & water resistant. 

– 24 hour playtime/talk time, enhanced bass mode. 6 hour recharge time. 

– Dual 5W drivers produce deep lows, textured mids, and clear highs

– Bluetooth 4.1 which automatically reconnects to the last device used, 33ft wireless range

– A2DP Bluetooth or use the AUX input with included 3.5mm audio cable.

– Audio playback/calls and volume controls, and built-in microphone. 

– Choose your sound signature with the Mode switch. Built-in 1/4″-20 standard tripod screw mount for outdoor use. 

– Package Contents: AUKEY SK-M12 Bluetooth 4.1 Speaker, Micro-USB Cable, 3.5mm Audio Cable, User Manual, 24 Month Warranty

– Weight 650g. 

– Dimensions 20.9 x 8.3 x 7.3cm. 

Video Review and Unboxing 

Conclusion 

The Aukey Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker is recommended as is my speaker of choice when walking on Dartmoor National Park. Available from Amazon UK.

I need you HELP urgently in the next 7 days

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YouTube has deployed a new algorithm to demonetise millions and millions of unsuitable videos that aren’t acceptable for all audiences. The concept is fine. Except its not working correctly. My last 3 YouTube videos on the Sony Xperia XZ Premium all suffered from this.

YouTube offers a manual review providing your video gets 1,000 views in 7 days. This is where I need your help.

Please share this link to this video of mine and help get it to 1,000 views ASAP.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium – My Review – 4K HDR, 960fps Slow Motion and More

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Sony Xperia XZ Review. The Sony Xperia XX Premium is a phone that holds many firsts in a phone. For a start it has a 5.5 inch 4K HDR display and a 19mp rear camera that can take 960fps slow motion. The phone also has the latest Snapdragon 835 processor, a 13mp front camera along with a range of camera modes and options.

Over the last 24 hours, I have published dedicated reviews on the camera, audio along with the best headphones to provide more detail on particular aspects that some of you had requested.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Mega Camera Review and Showcase – Click HERE.
Sony Xperia XZ Premium Audio Review & Best Headphones – Click HERE.

Original camera shots on Flickr Album.

My thanks to Vodafone UK for the loan.

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Sony Xperia XZ Premium – Audio Review & The Best Headphones to Use

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Sony Xperia XZ Premium Audio Review plus the best headphones to use with the phone. The Sony Xperia XX Premium is a phone that holds many firsts in a phone. For a start it has a 5.5 inch 4K HDR display and a 19mp rear camera that can take 960fps slow motion. The phone also has the latest Snapdragon 835 processor along with a dedicated audio setup. It is this audio setup, the Bluetooth, stereo loudspeakers,headphone output and the best headphones to use with it that I am going to cover off today.

Over the next 24 hours, I will be publishing my main review of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium and a dedicated camera only review too.

Camera Review & Showcase

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Main Review
My thanks to Vodafone UK for the loan.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Audio Review

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Sony Xperia XZ Premium – Detailed Camera Review and Showcase

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Sony Xperia XZ Mega Camera Review and Showcase. The Sony Xperia XX Premium is a phone that holds many firsts in a phone. For a start it has a 5.5 inch 4K HDR display and a 19mp rear camera that can take 960fps slow motion. The phone also has the latest Snapdragon 835 processor, a 13mp front camera along with a range of camera modes and options.

Over the next 24 hours, I will be publishing my main review of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium and a dedicated audio only review too.

My Sony Xperia XZ Premium Flickr Album.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Main Review
Sony Xperia XZ Premium Audio Review & Best Headphones
My thanks to Vodafone UK for the loan.

Sony Xperia XZ Premium Camera Review and Showcase

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YouTube has a BIG problem with de monetisations of videos – My Story so far

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Apart from my website, I have videos being shown over on my YouTube channel. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. My videos are harmless, well within YouTube guideline for acceptable content, have no swearing or nudity. I also only use the royalty free music provided with the video editing apps I use – iMovie and Luma Fusion. To be even safer, I have created my own audio tracks using GarageBand now.

In addition, all video content is my own. So in practice and theory all my content meets YouTube’s guidelines. So it was a totally shock when I realised 2 of 3 new videos uploaded and scheduled to go live this weekend on the Sony Xperia XZ Premium were de monetised by YouTube, as content was flagged as unsuitable for all advertisers. WTF.

So I had a mini rant on twitter and YouTube replied.

There was no reason for any of the 2 videos to be struck off like this. None whatsoever. The appeals process to get a manual intervention involves waiting until your video gets 1,000+ views and then YouTube wants 7 days to check it. The most valuable time of a video is the first few days and for me getting 1,000 plus views is a challenge sometimes. So in other words, YouTube doesn’t care at all or even have a fair process of appeal.

I can now see what other YouTubers were moaning about when they had the same problem. YouTube has a BIG problem and they need to fix it ASAP.

My only solution was to delete the 2 videos off YouTube and re-edit them, which sadly involved me removing the AR Camera footage I had created as I could not think of any reason why my videos were against the YouTube guidelines.

Anyway here is the footage I removed shared to Instagram – Warning its scary and frightening and I have even created a scary title 😉

https://www.instagram.com/p/BXqYxV6jtkw/?taken-by=gavinsgadgets

Scenic views of Newquay and Dartmoor – Shot on the Sony Xperia XZ Premium

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Below are a number of shots taken with the Sony Xperia XZ Premium. All shots were snapped in auto.

The above shot is one of my favourite with good colour and dynamic range. All shots have been uploaded in full resolution.

No need to rush for a space on the beach!

A home on your own rock with a private bridge too. I would imagine the maintenance costs are pretty high.

The above shot was taken before sunset. It is a little too dark versus the real lighting conditions.

Dartmoor ponies. Again the photo is a bit dark. This could be brightened up afterwards. The f/2.0 rear lens is the primary reason in lower lighting conditions, the photos tend to be a little dark.

And there you have it, some photos from the Sony Xperia XZ Premium. At the weekend, I will have a separate camera and audio reviews, and the main review too.

My thanks to Vodafone UK for the loan.