Elegoo Mars 2 Pro review | Resin 3D printing introduction | Elegoo Mercury Plus @TheTechnologyMan

The Technology Man The Elegoo Mars 2 Pro is a compact 3D resin printer that produces incredibly detailed 3D prints that almost look injection moulded. And despite its impressive build quality it is reasonably priced at around £250 or $250.

It almost magically turns liquid resin into 3D models using UV light. But I’ll try and demystify the process with an introduction to resin printing. Then after covering the basics of the machine itself and the optional Mercury Plus wash and cure station, I’ll print a variety of models to see just how well the printer performs and how easy it is to use.

I will compare resin printing to filament-based printing, so you might want to check out my earlier videos that introduce that technology if this is new to you - see links down below.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon links:
Elegoo Mars 2 Pro: geni.us/nfvD1sE
Elegoo Mercury Plus 2 in 1 wash and curing machine: geni.us/OQ0sJ
Elegoo Mercury Plus 2 in 1 wash and curing machine V2.0: geni.us/NmnwP9
Elegoo Mars 3: geni.us/YBhoR9

Elegoo ABS-Like resin: geni.us/a7G6n8
Siraya Tech Tenacious resin: geni.us/eI7N1b

Elegoo spare resin tanks (2): geni.us/ubJTx (alumnium) geni.us/KdOPto (plastic)
Elegoo FEP sheets (5): geni.us/Pit7
Elegoo replacement screen: geni.us/AhxCZlA

IPA 5L: geni.us/xmowy
Silicon mats (2): geni.us/F3MZSCi
Funnel and filters: geni.us/8Hxja
Nitrile gloves: geni.us/hwFsvo (I've found these cheaper locally - in the UK: Toolstation). These are the ones I use for cycling repairs so are probably tougher than you really need.
Heavy duty wipes: geni.us/1ALgwoY
Soft paper towels: geni.us/0BN28rX

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:54 Introduction to resin printing*
4:03 Printer overview*. Unboxing
4:14 Initial printer setup, weight, size, spec
5:19 Setting up first print
5:32 Levelling the bed
6:29 Filling the resin tank with resin
6:37 Printing Rook test print
7:10 Cleaning and curing (post processing)*, drip attachment
7:33 Elegoo Mercury Plus wash and cure station intro, alternatives discussion
7:53 Cleaning excess resin off print - how to use wash cycle of the Mercury Plus
8:42 Removing test print from build plate, brief supports discussion
9:09 Drying or curing prints with UV light - using the Mercury Plus cure cycle
9:40 Finishing off post processing with sand paper (optional)
9:50 Printing results & slicing your own models*. Rook test print in Elegoo ABS-Like resin. Cost of resin compared to filament
10:11 Designing and printing shower rail bracket, using a slicer to convert model for 3D printing
10:34 Using bundled Chitubox slicer. Basic setup, exposure times: geni.us/exptimes
11:03 Understanding how the printer prints - key to successful prints and failed prints causes
11:37 How to add supports to shower bracket model with flat base (suction, Elephants foot, hard to release
11:51 Angling model 30-45° before adding supports in Chitubox and slicing. Show isolated islands
12:59 Checking resin tank after a print
13:09 Cleaning the resin tank in running "tank clean"
14:31 Using PTFE lube to improve release of FEP sheet: Bluebrain's video youtu.be/8InaEQFHus8
15:39 Over supporting for best results
15:49 Finished shower rail bracket - testing strength of Elegoo ABS-Like
16:06 Ameralabs calibration print
16:20 Exposure test prints: geni.us/expvalid
16:43 Lychee slicer - alterative to Chitubox
16:58 3D Benchy test print, hollowing prints
17:26 Barbarian minature print
17:38 Garmin replacement power button print
17:50 Lego minifigure, belt buckle to test flex of Elegoo ABS-Like
18:11 Using PrusaSlicer to print Bernie Sanders meme from Chaos Core Tech
18:34 Removing supports
18:44 Mixing resins for stronger prints - adding Siraya Tech Tenacious resin to print RC card bumper, no resin empty sensor. Discussion of other tough resins
20:03 Scanning my face with Bellus3D and printing at 25%
20:16 Noise from printer, printer odour, active carbon filter, no hinged lids
21:06 Consumables and replacement parts for resin printing
22:04 Conclusions*
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#elegoo #elegoomars2pro #3dresinprinting

updated 4 years ago

Elegoo Mars 2 Pro review | Resin 3D printing introduction | Elegoo Mercury Plus

The Technology Man 2021-11-24 | The Elegoo Mars 2 Pro is a compact 3D resin printer that produces incredibly detailed 3D prints that almost look injection moulded. And despite its impressive build quality it is reasonably priced at around £250 or $250.

It almost magically turns liquid resin into 3D models using UV light. But I’ll try and demystify the process with an introduction to resin printing. Then after covering the basics of the machine itself and the optional Mercury Plus wash and cure station, I’ll print a variety of models to see just how well the printer performs and how easy it is to use.

I will compare resin printing to filament-based printing, so you might want to check out my earlier videos that introduce that technology if this is new to you - see links down below.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
Elegoo Mars 2 Pro: geni.us/nfvD1sE
Elegoo Mercury Plus 2 in 1 wash and curing machine: geni.us/OQ0sJ
Elegoo Mercury Plus 2 in 1 wash and curing machine V2.0: geni.us/NmnwP9
Elegoo Mars 3: geni.us/YBhoR9

Elegoo ABS-Like resin: geni.us/a7G6n8
Siraya Tech Tenacious resin: geni.us/eI7N1b

Elegoo spare resin tanks (2): geni.us/ubJTx (alumnium) geni.us/KdOPto (plastic)
Elegoo FEP sheets (5): geni.us/Pit7
Elegoo replacement screen: geni.us/AhxCZlA

IPA 5L: geni.us/xmowy
Silicon mats (2): geni.us/F3MZSCi
Funnel and filters: geni.us/8Hxja
Nitrile gloves: geni.us/hwFsvo (I've found these cheaper locally - in the UK: Toolstation). These are the ones I use for cycling repairs so are probably tougher than you really need.
Heavy duty wipes: geni.us/1ALgwoY
Soft paper towels: geni.us/0BN28rX

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:54 Introduction to resin printing*
4:03 Printer overview*. Unboxing
4:14 Initial printer setup, weight, size, spec
5:19 Setting up first print
5:32 Levelling the bed
6:29 Filling the resin tank with resin
6:37 Printing Rook test print
7:10 Cleaning and curing (post processing)*, drip attachment
7:33 Elegoo Mercury Plus wash and cure station intro, alternatives discussion
7:53 Cleaning excess resin off print - how to use wash cycle of the Mercury Plus
8:42 Removing test print from build plate, brief supports discussion
9:09 Drying or curing prints with UV light - using the Mercury Plus cure cycle
9:40 Finishing off post processing with sand paper (optional)
9:50 Printing results & slicing your own models*. Rook test print in Elegoo ABS-Like resin. Cost of resin compared to filament
10:11 Designing and printing shower rail bracket, using a slicer to convert model for 3D printing
10:34 Using bundled Chitubox slicer. Basic setup, exposure times: geni.us/exptimes
11:03 Understanding how the printer prints - key to successful prints and failed prints causes
11:37 How to add supports to shower bracket model with flat base (suction, Elephants foot, hard to release
11:51 Angling model 30-45° before adding supports in Chitubox and slicing. Show isolated islands
12:59 Checking resin tank after a print
13:09 Cleaning the resin tank in running "tank clean"
14:31 Using PTFE lube to improve release of FEP sheet: Bluebrain's video youtu.be/8InaEQFHus8
15:39 Over supporting for best results
15:49 Finished shower rail bracket - testing strength of Elegoo ABS-Like
16:06 Ameralabs calibration print
16:20 Exposure test prints: geni.us/expvalid
16:43 Lychee slicer - alterative to Chitubox
16:58 3D Benchy test print, hollowing prints
17:26 Barbarian minature print
17:38 Garmin replacement power button print
17:50 Lego minifigure, belt buckle to test flex of Elegoo ABS-Like
18:11 Using PrusaSlicer to print Bernie Sanders meme from Chaos Core Tech
18:34 Removing supports
18:44 Mixing resins for stronger prints - adding Siraya Tech Tenacious resin to print RC card bumper, no resin empty sensor. Discussion of other tough resins
20:03 Scanning my face with Bellus3D and printing at 25%
20:16 Noise from printer, printer odour, active carbon filter, no hinged lids
21:06 Consumables and replacement parts for resin printing
22:04 Conclusions*
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#elegoo #elegoomars2pro #3dresinprinting

EcoFlow Glacier Detailed Review | Portable Battery Fridge Freezer Ice Maker | 12V, AC, DC

The Technology Man 2023-09-27 | The EcoFlow Glacier is a 38L portable dual zone fridge freezer with a built-in ice cube maker that can make ice cubes in just 12 minutes. It can run entirely off a 298Wh Li-ion battery, solar panels, a 12 or 24V car outlet or mains. The removable battery can also be used standalone as a compact battery pack with 100W USB-C charging. The Glacier can be controlled and monitored via its large LCD screen or a smart app that works over both Bluetooth and WiFi.

It looks to be a very impressive unit that comes under EcoFlow’s new Smart Devices subdivision that includes its Blade robot lawn mower I looked at recently and complements its comprehensive range of portable power stations and solar panels.

I’ll run through all its features and thoroughly test all of EcoFlow’s marketing claims to find out if this might be the perfect portable cooler for you. So let’s take a closer look.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon link:
EcoFlow Glacer 38L Mini Fridge Freezer: geni.us/VIJz

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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:57 *Overview* What's in box, size, weight, build, IP rating
2:29 Initial setup, compartment config, zone divider
2:50 Setting temperatures, range, limitations
3:56 Setting single zone
4:07 Using EcoFlow app: temperature config & fridge settings
5:13 *Power Options* Optional battery
5:43 Charging battery, using two-way USB-C port
6:16 Need battery for ice maker if running of 12V, & for solar charging
6:45 Using battery to power fridge & as power pack
7:13 Running off 24V
7:31 Running off mains, time to charge battery
7:53 Using with portable power station (eg EcoFlow Delta 2)
8:01 Running of DC, limitations, advantages
8:39 Running off Solar (with battery or via portable power station)
9:16 *Performance* Temperature stability - fridge and freezer inc Eco mode
10:05 Speed of cooling in dual zone mode measurements
10:40 Single zone temperature stability measurements
11:05 Efficiency measurements - how much cost to run off AC and DC
12:24 Usage measurements running off battery
12:46 Noise measurements
13:37 Using ice cube maker, noise, energy usage measurements
15:21 Draining ice cube maker and cleaning fridge (drainage hole)
16:02 Telescopic handles & wheels accessory
16:37 Bag accessory
16:52 *Conclusions*
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#ecoflow #portablefridge #offgrid

Bluetti AC180 Review | Best 1800W Power Station Solar Generator? | + Bluetti 350W PV350 Solar Panel

The Technology Man 2023-09-06 | The Bluetti AC180 has two 1800W AC outlets, super fast 1440W mains charging and a 1152Wh long lasting LiFePO4 battery. This is a mid-sized power station - probably the best size of unit for a lot of people if you have the funds - it’s powerful enough to run almost anything and still fairly portable. I’ll compare it to my current favourite option in this category - the EcoFlow Delta 2.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And the AC180 can charge at up to 500W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.

I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you. So let’s take a closer look.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Bluetti AC180 (UK): shrsl.com/47rmk
Bluetti AC180 (US): shrsl.com/47rmn

Bluetti PV350 (UK): shrsl.com/47rmy
Bluetti PV350 (US): shrsl.com/47rmv
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Bluetti PV350 Solar Panel: geni.us/YBLuwh

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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:50 *Overview* What's in box, weight, dimensions
1:12 Compared to BLuetti EB70, AC200P and EcoFlow Delta 2
1:48 Build, no waterproof rating
2:13 Overview of inputs and outputs, general look at power station
3:00 Operating the AC180
3:21 *Charging* Charging options: mains, car, solar
3:55 Mains charging speed tests, charging modes (silent, standard, turbo)
5:01 Temperature and fan noise tests (hear for yourself fan noise)
5:52 LCD display, smartphone app
7:10 Charging from car 12V outlet
7:21 Charging at 24V (if you car / van has it), testing full DC charging input range 12V-60V
7:56 Solar charging, testing Bluetti PV350
9:30 Solar charging with cheaper Bluetti PV200
10:24 Dual charging - mains and DC
10:46 Charging with Bluetti's expansion batteries
11:03 *Performance* AC outlets intro, checking pure sine wave outputs
11:28 Power Lifting mode demonstration
12:12 Temps and fan noise at full AC output (hear for yourself)
12:40 Testing AC outputs household and workshop devices, overloading unit
13:22 Parasitic drain AC subsystem, Eco mode config
13:48 Testing DC outputs: 12V, USB-C and USB-A ports, wireless pad
14:56 AC battery capacity test and efficiency
15:31 DC battery capacity test and efficiency
15:40 UPS modes (offline and online demonstration and tests)
16:50 Grounding port explanation, usage. Further info: gudgear.com/how-to-ground-a-generator-when-camping/?fbclid=IwAR2pXGrWe1cdJa045JQT38Ja9roC-_A51FgFTd0vMOZnWYpY3q8urHI8m-M
17:24 *Conclusions*
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#bluetti #portablepowerstation #offgrid

Olight Baton 3 Pro Max EDC Torch Review | 2500 lumens, Magnesium | The Good & Not So Good!

The Technology Man 2023-08-15 | olightstore.uk/s/XNBFWU. Olight Baton 3 Pro Max is a compact EDC or Every Day Carry torch made of a lightweight magnesium alloy with a 2500 lumen turbo mode.

More importantly for most people, Olight claims it can maintain its 800 lumen high mode for up to four hours thanks to its larger 5000mAh 21700 Lithium-ion battery. I’ll test its lumen and runtime claims and run through all its features. I’ll also compare it to other similar torches from Olight and other brands.

I’ve done a full roundup of keychain torches, pocket EDC torches and head torches so please see links to those videos down below. The keychain torch video might be particularly useful for an introduction to some of the terms I use in this video if you’re new to all this.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Olight Baton 3 Pro Max: olightstore.uk/s/XNBFWU

You can get 10% off at Olight's store using my affiliate code TTM10 at checkout. If you do use my code or the above link, I get a small kickback which helps support this channel - thank you it's much appreciated!

Amazon links:
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max: geni.us/8w9ec
Olight Seeker 3 Pro: geni.us/znPNBic
Olight Perun 2: geni.us/Ml9O
Olight Warrior 3S: geni.us/lDBBIs
Thrunite T2: geni.us/AwI6L
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:50 *Overview* What's in the box, carry options, size comparison, weight
2:04 Magnesium & aluminium versions, build, IPX8
2:34 Proximity sensor and disabling the sensor temporarily and semi-permanently
3:38 Charging 5000mAh 21700 Li-ion battery
4:39 Magnetic tail cap - supports torch as a work light
4:49 User interface
5:51 Shake activated side switch, battery indicator
6:18 Timer mode
6:44 *Performance* LED options
7:11 Runtime tests, temperatures
8:31 Beam range, comparison to other torches
9:08 Colour temperature and accuracy tests
9:50 *Conclusions*
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#olight #baton3promax #flashlight

xTool D1 Pro 40W Laser Engraver Review | What can it do? | + Air Assist & Enclosure

The Technology Man 2023-07-25 | The xTool D1 Pro 40W is the most powerful laser I’ve tested by some margin. It can supposedly cut up to 20mm softwood and 18mm hardwood in one pass and can engrave anything from wood, to stainless steel to slate at speeds of up to 24,000 mm/min.

I’ll show exactly what it's capable of with some real life, hopefully interesting projects. And I’ll run through all its features, capabilities and available accessories including the rotary tool, enclosure and air pump, to help you decide if this is the right laser for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:48 *Unbox & Assembly* of D1 Pro with 40W upgrade kit
4:41 xTool Air Pump connection
4:58 xTool enclosure, riser feet
5:31 *Performance* 8 x 5.5W diodes, usable capacity with 40W and 10W module
6:30 Engraving tests on wood and stainless steel. Noise tests
8:26 Cutting tests, 35mm pine, 20mm pine
9:47 Make a push stick for table saw from 10mm pine using smartphone app
10:08 xTool enclosure review. Extraction, upgrade supplied enclosure extraction (3d print), noise level with enclosure
11:38 More cuttings tests, leather, oak, acrylic, black MDF
12:24 Cutting stainless steel
12:41 xTool Air Pump
13:06 *Real Projects* Model bicycle from plywood, MDF and black acrylic
13:31 Multi-layered name sign
14:14 Oak pizza peel, design Fusion 360, prepare oak
14:52 Prepare template in Lightburn (cut shapes), Cut template
15:02 Alignment crosshair, offset in Lightburn
15:49 Using laser cut template to trim oak to exact dimensions
16:08 Sand, apply finish, use pizza peel in Roccbox pizza oven
16:25 *Wireless & Rotary Tool* Wireless setup, xTool Creative Space desktop software and smartphone app
17:01 Setup D1 Pro in Creative Space: crosshair, limit switches
17:16 Faulty limit switch
17:27 xTool RA2 Pro Rotary Tool setup and review
18:22 Setup rotary in Creative Space and Lightburn
19:23 Engraving anodised aluminium torch on rotary
20:01 *Conclusions*
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#xtool #laserengraving #lasercuttingmachine

Shokz OpenFit Open-Ear True Wireless Earbuds Review | My new favourite running earbuds!

The Technology Man 2023-07-06 | The Shokz OpenFit are open-ear true wireless earbuds from the company that are best known for their bone conduction headphones.

Bone conduction headphones, like their OpenRun Pro, send vibrations through your cheekbones just in front of your ears. They sound pretty good, but most in-ear headphones will sound better.

OpenFit don’t use bone conduction technology. They use conventional drivers that rest just above your ear canal, and use so-called “Air Conduction” to direct music straight through to your inner ear. They should sound much closer to in-ear earbuds, whilst keeping your ears unobstructed so you can clearly hear your surroundings.

They now come in a charging case which both extends their battery life and makes them pocketable and Shokz have further developed their accompanying smartphone app to control and configure them.

I’ve thoroughly tested them over the last month running, cycling and walking. After covering all their features, I’ll discuss how they sound, how comfortable they are and how secure their fit is when exercising.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Shokz OpenFit: geni.us/dMVu4E
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:59 *Overview* What's in the box, build, size, weight & dimensions. Compared to OpenRun Pro and AirPods Pro
1:38 Charging
2:01 Initial pairing, pairing another device, factory reset
2:37 Fitting earbuds, comfort
3:08 Touch controls, smartphone app
3:54 Can only pair to one device at time, pairing for running with Apple Watch
4:19 *Audio quality & performance* Air Conduction (DirectPitch) technology
4:46 Audio quality discussion, compared to bone conduction headphones and AirPods Pro
6:17 EQ presets and custom EQ in smartphone app
6:27 Comparing OpenFit open-ear to AirPods Pro transparency mode
6:37 Volume, louder than bone conduction. Cycling with OpenFit
6:58 How secure are OpenFit for vigorous exercise (running, cycling etc)
7:20 One feature missing from OpenFit compared to bone conduction headphones
7:34 IP54 sweat proof rating, testing running in heavy rain
7:54 Dual mic tests for phone calls (hear for yourself)
8:13 Testing sound leakage
8:32 Testing audio lag, no ear detection for pausing playback
8:53 Battery life, 5 minute quick charge
9.20 Bluetooth range, performance, codec support
9:42 *Conclusions*
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#shokz #openear #openfit

Bluetti EB70 1000W Portable Power Station + PV200 Solar Panel Review

The Technology Man 2023-06-27 | The Bluetti EB70 portable power station has two 1000W AC outlets, two 100W USB power delivery outputs and a long lasting 716Wh LFP or LiFePO4 battery.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And the EB70 can charge at up to 200W off solar panels when mains isn’t available. I’ll be testing it with Bluetti’s 200W PV200 solar panel later in the review.

I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you. And towards the end of the video I’ll compare it to other similar power stations around the same price.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Bluetti have their summer sale now on:
Bluetti EB70 (UK): shrsl.com/44l5d
Bluetti EB70 (US): shrsl.com/44l5j
(with optional PV200 200W or PV120 120W panel)

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Amazon links:
Bluetti EB70 Portable Power Station: geni.us/YK3Jm
Bluetti PV200 200W Folding Solar Panel: geni.us/wGxmrP
Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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Portable charging station playlist:
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Additional written reviews at http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:48 *Overview* Unboxing, weight, size, build
1:51 Input, outputs and screen
3:09 Setting Eco mode on power station
3:46 *Charging* Charging overview
4:14 Mains charging
4:35 Noise when charging (hear for yourself)
4:50 Temperature measurements when charging (thermal imaging camera)
5:11 Charging from 12V car outlet
5:23 24V car charging
5:32 Solar charging with Bluetti PV200 (unbox, setup)
6:53 *Performance*
7:05 Testing 1000W AC outlets - confirming Sine Wave Output
7:22 Testing outputs with various devices - power tools, coffee machine, cooker
7:37 Overloading unit and checking 1400W surge power capability
8:22 Using multiple outputs simultaneously, measuring temps, parasitic drain with AC on discussion
8:53 Testing DC outputs inc car outlet, DC5521 and 100W USB-C power delivery ports
9:43 Wireless charging, no UPS discussion, passthrough
10:06 Usable capacity measurement AC - efficiency calculation
10:43 Usable capacity measurement DC - efficiency calculation
11:07 *Conclusions*
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#bluetti #portablepowerstation #offgrid

EcoFlow Blade Robotic Lawn Mower & Sweeper Full Review

The Technology Man 2023-06-20 | The EcoFlow Blade is a robot lawn mower and lawn sweeper brimming with technology. It has a camera and LIDAR sensor to detect obstacles, centimetre accurate enhanced GPS for defining lawn borders without wires and omnidirectional wheels for precise manoeuvring. It uses AI to plan straight line mowing routes, rather than the typical robot mower zigzag pattern. Together with its electronically height adjusted blades EcoFlow claims it can evenly trim your lawn with no missed patches.

EcoFlow is a company best known for their portable power stations and they offer a battery and solar panel solution to run this whole setup off-grid.

I’ll run through its setup and thoroughly test all its features to see if this is the right solution for you! By the end of the video I really hope you’ll have enough information to make an informed buying decision.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Buy direct from EcoFlow (and further details): tidd.ly/3pcIz4U
(Using the above link costs you nothing and keeps my YouTube channel and website going - thank you!)

Buy from Amazon: amzn.to/43L4XBs
(As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.)

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 *Intro*
0:56 *Overview & initial setup.* Unboxing, build, EcoFlow app
1:38 Setup overview
2:53 Practice controlling Blade, secure base station
3:22 Mapping your lawn using GPS and RTK positioning
4:21 Adding additional areas & restriction zones
4:31 Set cutting height and speed, start mow
4:42 *Performance.* Cutting blades, multi-directional wheels
5:05 Initial testing - cutting
5:25 Mapping route with AI. Accuracy of cut, cutting perimeter
5:53 Initial issue returning to base (not perfectly flat)
6:03 Tackling a larger lawn, with multiple areas and restricted zones and a connecting path up a steep bank
6:30 Performance cutting larger lawn
7:17 Battery life, charging (inc with portable power station and solar)
8:04 Blade wear after a month - and included spare blades
8:14 Noise levels (hear for yourself). Gentle mode, turning off lights and sound
8:47 LIDAR sensor and camera - obstacle avoidance tests
9:02 Edges - may still need strimmer. How it copes with hard edge (fence) with large lawn sweeper attached
9:24 Lawn sweeper attachment install, performance, noise levels
10:24 Automation - cutting and sweeping schedule
ain sensor
10:40 Rain sensor. IPX5 waterproof rating discussion
11:18 Built in e-SIM for anti-theft and tracking. Sharing Blade with other users
11:50 *Conclusions*
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#ecoflow #ecoflowblade #robotlawnmower

Insta360 Flow Smartphone Gimbal Review | Everything you need to know

The Technology Man 2023-05-29 | The Insta360 Flow is a 3-axis smartphone gimbal for smooth stabilised footage. And it has advanced AI tracking rivalling many high end cameras that can lock onto both faces and objects. It has a built-in extension arm and tripod and it’s just about compact enough to fit into your jacket pocket.
Insta360 are best known for their 360 degree cameras, but this gimbal draws more from their recent smart webcam the Insta360 Link.

I’ve been thoroughly testing the Flow for over a month to see if it lives up to its marketing claims. By the end of the video I really hope you’ll have enough information to make an informed buying decision.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Buy direct from Insta360 (which helps support this site and my YouTube channel) and doesn't cost you anything!
Insta360 Flow: insta360.com/sal/flow?insrc=INRT7JX

Amazon link:
(As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.)
Insta360 Flow: amzn.to/3MZZJLd

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:43 Overview. What's in the box (unboxing), build quality
1:34 Initial setup with your smartphone. Smartphone size weight support
2:53 Extend handle, built in tripod, extendable arm, grip
4:36 Insta360 app, 3 gimbal axes explained: pan, tilt, roll.
5:21 Gimbal modes, touch smartwheel
6:36 Joystick, jog wheel for zoom (or roll), trigger button. Controls
9:15 LED Spotlight
10:59 Tracking
12:25 Hand gestures
12:49 :Live mode - use tracking in 3rd party apps
13:39 Performance. Gimbal axes range / limits
14:46 Gimbal visible in ultra-wide mode
15:11 Testing payload (weight) limits with DJI Mic, custom insert
15:34 My favourite gimbal modes, battery life, using as power bank
16:31 Shooting modes - Pano Photo mode demo
17:42 Conclusions
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#insta360 #insta360flow #smartphonegimbal

Creality Halot One Plus 3D Resin Printer Review | 4K detail, WiFi built in

The Technology Man 2023-04-25 | The Creality Halot One Plus is a 4K resin 3D printer with a 5” colour touch screen, built in WiFi for remote print monitoring and a decent sized print volume.

Resin printers excel at printing incredibly detailed 3D models. Even tiny prints smaller than your thumb nail look very impressive - something almost impossible with filament based 3D printers.

If you’re new to this technology I’d highly recommend you take a look at my previous video that introduces resin 3D printing. There's a link down below. But in essence these printers use UV light to harden liquid resin into your 3D model, layer by layer and with almost invisible layer lines.

I’ll run through the printers’ features and through a selection of test prints I’ll help you decide if this might be the right printer for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Creality Halot One Plus: geni.us/0quuE2
Creality Wash and Cure Station UW-01: geni.us/3PxY526
Creality Water Washable Resin Plus (Skin): geni.us/r5Cd3B

IPA 5L: geni.us/xmowy
Silicon mats (2): geni.us/F3MZSCi
Funnel and filters: geni.us/8Hxja
Nitrile gloves: geni.us/hwFsvo (I've found these cheaper locally - in the UK: Toolstation). These are the ones I use for cycling repairs so are probably tougher than you really need.
Heavy duty wipes: geni.us/1ALgwoY
Soft paper towels: geni.us/0BN28rX

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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Intro to 3D resin printing feat. Elegoo Mars 2 Pro: youtu.be/G6fi_9Ly8-4

Models featured in video:
Cones of Calibration: tableflipfoundry.com
Amerilabs Town: ameralabs.com/blog/town-calibration-part
Eiffel Tower: printables.com/model/572-eiffel-tower
Leaning Tower of Pisa: printables.com/model/261584-leaning-tower-of-pisa-italy
Sagrada Familia: myminifactory.com/object/3d-print-sagrada-familia-complete-barcelona-57814
Creality Halot One Plus build plate drainer: thingiverse.com/thing:5863579
Card wallet: printables.com/model/246961-cascade-card-wallet-print-in-place/files

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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:48 Overview: unboxing
1:48 Levelling build plate
2:02 Printer walkthrough: resin tank, dual Z-axis rails, active filter, screen, USB ports
2:38 WiFi setup for Creallity Cloud
3:13 Build quality, spec
4:02 Performance. Fill resin tank Creality Water Washable Resin Plus
4:25 Cones of Calibration test print to set exposure
6:02 Printer noise, carbon filter performance
6:27 Amerilabs Town miniature test print
6:41 Eiffel Tower, UW01 Washing & Curing Station
7:43 Drip attachment for resin printer
8:04 Leaning Tower of Pisa - initial failed print, cleaning up
8:54 Barcelona's Sagrada Familia
9:03 Printing directly from Creality Cloud: Minion
9:58 Creality Cloud app - monitoring and webcam live streaming
10:18 Print in place card wallet. Compared to filament printer
11:00 Conclusions
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#creality #3dprinting #halotoneplus

Anker PowerHouse 767 in-depth review | 2300W AC, 2048 Wh LFP, 2200W charging

The Technology Man 2023-03-28 | The Anker PowerHouse 767 has 3 2300W AC outlets (US version is 2400W), super fast 2200W mains charging, three 100W USB power delivery outputs and a 2048Wh long lasting LiFePO4 battery expandable to 4096Wh with an additional battery. There’s an app to control it remotely and it has some clever carry options.

These power stations are perfect for emergency power, camping or in your campervan, DIY, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And the Anker 767 can charge at up to 1000W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.
I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you. And towards the end of the video I’ll compare it to other similar power stations I’ve tested. So let’s take a closer look.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon links (currently £200 off in Anker's spring sale):
Anker PowerHouse 767: geni.us/0NkrFbu
Anker PowerHouse 767 + 2 x 200W solar panels: geni.us/Chvj
Anker PowerHouse 767 + extra battery: geni.us/i18N8

Solar panel parallel connectors (3, 4, 5, 6 way): geni.us/4j9Iq

Direct from Anker (£200 off until 2nd April 2023):
https://ankerfast.club/U0CpeI

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Reviews referred to in video:
Anker PowerHouse 757 review: youtu.be/QZ8ffwAtkMQ
EcoFlow Delta 2 review: youtu.be/qtEZBRXK07g
Bluetti AC200P review: youtu.be/oyAA0GUFbLI
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:56 Overview. Unboxing: what's in the box
1:14 Weight, size
1:32 LFP (LiFEPO4) battery technology
1:55 Carry options - retractable carry handle, wheels
2:08 Build quality - drop proof design
2:26 2300W (2400W US) inverter
2:52 Front of unit - display, outputs, floodlight
4:06 Back of unit - mains and car / solar charging ports, expansion battery port
4:25 Top of unit
4:36 Charging options: mains, car, solar intro
4:51 Mains charging up to 2200W. Charging time measurements - temperature checks
5:37 Lowering charging speeds in app
5:47 Noise measurements charging
6:15 Display walkthrough
6:33 Smartphone app
7:02 Charging from a car outlet: 12V and 24V
7:30 Solar charging options and tests
9:30 Performance of outputs - 2300W inverter tests around house and in workshop
10:35 Overloading power station - voltage drops
11:28 Noise levels measurements when fully loaded
12:01 Smart AC Plug, power saving mode
12:25 Parasitic draw with AC on (power saving mode off)
12:46 12V DC output load tests and parasitic draw
13:16 USB ports testing
13:28 UPS function
14:04 Battery capacity test and efficiency measurement - AC
14:31 Battery capacity test and efficiency measurement - DC
14:44 Conclusions
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#AnkerPowerhouse #PowerStation #vanlife

Best headlamp? | 16 tested - budget, running & overall top picks

The Technology Man 2023-03-10 | A head torch is arguably the most useful torch you can own. They’re useful for camping, fishing, walking and running but they’re also great for working on the bike or car and general DIY tasks, especially in winter with the shorter days.

I’ve hand picked 16 head torches from all the big brands. I have budget torches starting at under £20 to more specialised torches that cost over £150.

I’ve thoroughly tested all of them over the last 3 months and scored them in a number of categories to try and help you choose the right one for you. I’m scoring each head torch out of 10 in 8 categories for a total score out of 80 which I’ll convert to a percentage.

I’ll choose a winner in three categories: best budget head torch, best running head torch and best all round head torch.

*UPDATE 14th March 2023:* I'd hoped to include 3 torches from Wuben (the Wuben H1, H3 and H5) in the roundup but they didn't arrive in time. I've now received them and tested them thoroughly. I've updated the written article at http://thetechnologyman.com accordingly.

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Any company offers:

June Sale: Up to 45% Off: olightstore.uk/s/REO74M
New release - Seeker 4 Mini 30% off (bundles available): olightstore.uk/s/4JXNJO

*Olight: olightstore.uk/s/XKVXAX* - please use this link - it helps support the channel and my website and doesn't cost you anything extra. Plus I have some discount codes below.

Outside of the sale you can get 10% off using my code *TTM10* at checkout which helps support the channel and my website. For the Perun 2 Mini (and Marauder Mini, Seeker 3 Pro, Baton 3 Pro, and i5R) use *TOP20* for 20% off (the TOP20 code is valid until June 2023).

*Wuben: wubenlight.com/?ref=The%20Technology%20Man* please use this link - it helps support the channel and my website and doesn't cost you anything extra. And if you use the discount code *THETECHNOLOGYMAN* you'll get an extra 10% off.

Wuben also have their 3rd Anniversary sale running until April 2023:

1. Buy one get one free on some torches (including the Wuben H1 head torch)
2. Up to 70% discount on the G2
3. 25% discount coupon code: wuben25

In the UK Fenix torches can be purchased from the official importer: myfenix.co.uk and from Amazon (see below).

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
Petzl NAO RL: geni.us/v63t
Silva Trail Speed 5R: geni.us/iO1S
Fenix HM65R-T: geni.us/a9CVqn
Fenix HM50R: geni.us/1dGdHtM
Fenix WH23R: geni.us/Snnt4
Olight Perun 2: geni.us/5G6uucE
Olight Perun 2 Mini: geni.us/Zf3E
Olight Array 2 Pro: geni.us/wi28n
Nitecore HC68: geni.us/lST6u
Nitecore NU43: geni.us/DRix
Thrunite TH30 V2: geni.us/Ck3Bw
Cyansky HS6R: geni.us/V6j4P
Cyansky HS3R: geni.us/0wNvxBZ
Sofirn HS20: geni.us/apb9oPO
Sofirn HS10: geni.us/hgXRx
Lumintop BR1: geni.us/lZodEiF
Wuben H1: geni.us/k8FW7
Wuben H3: geni.us/y1cKsDN
Wuben H5: geni.us/Me9A4y

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

7 Best Keychain Flashlights for EDC (Everyday Carry): youtu.be/5Q9DiRQPCr4
10 Best Pocket Flashlights for EDC (Everyday carry): youtu.be/i90Sgt7tBuo
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:06 1. Comfort
3:26 2. Ease of use
5:59 3. Output
9:30 4. Battery
10:11 5. Build quality
11:00 6. Quality of light
11:52 7. Extra features
12:56 8. Value
13:18 Top picks: budget, running, overall
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#headlamps #flashlight #olight #fenix #thrunite #nitecore #petzl #silva

EcoFlow River 2 Max review | Best 500W portable power station?

The Technology Man 2023-02-09 | The EcoFlow River 2 Max has 500W AC outlets, a 512Wh LiFePO4 or LFP long lasting battery, super fast 660W mains charging and two-way 100W USB power delivery output and charging input. It has a very useful app to control and monitor it remotely and it’s lightweight, especially considering its LFP battery. It’s pretty good value too, comparable to similar units - you can check the current price down below.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And the River 2 Max can charge at up to 220W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.

I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you. So let’s take a closer look.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Purchase directly from EcoFlow: tidd.ly/46h9RIc
(Using the above link costs you nothing and helps keep this website and my YouTube channel going – thank you!)

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon link:
EcoFlow River 2 Max: geni.us/VRmvHP
EcoFlow 220W Bifacial Solar Panel: geni.us/Kygc

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

My other reviews mentioned in video:
EcoFlow River Max review: youtu.be/pEqJK5Si-hs
EcoFlow Delta 2 review: youtu.be/qtEZBRXK07g
Jackery Explorer vs Bluetti AC500S review: youtu.be/R6Tamw09vLk
Allpowers 500W review: youtu.be/M7PLjkE-9HE
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:52 Unboxing, what's included
1:02 Spec including LiFePO4 or LFP battery
1:23 Build quality, weight, dimensions
1:54 Overview of outputs and inputs
3:10 Charging: mains. Confirm charging speeds
3:52 Noise levels charging
4:06 Use app to lower mains charging speed, thermal measurements
4:32 LCD display
4:52 WiFi / Bluetooth connection to app for remote control and monitoring
5:26 12V/24V car charging
5:54 Manually selecting solar (or car charging)
6:07 Solar charging
7:19 USB-C charging
7:36 Performance. Sine Wave output of AC outlets
7:47 X-Boost to power devices up to 1000W continuously
8:27 AC outlet testing and overload protection
9:24 Parasitic draw of AC
9:41 Testing DC outputs with load tester
10:14 Testing USB ports
10:49 Testing UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) demonstration
11:26 Measuring capacity unit - AC load
12:06 Measuring capacity unit - DC load
12:26 Conclusions

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#ecoflow #river2max #portablepowerstation

10 Best Pocket Flashlights for EDC (Everyday carry) | Olight, Thrunite, Fenix, Nitecore, Acebeam

The Technology Man 2022-12-15 | See links below for current pricing and any offers for all the flashlights featured. I want to help you find the perfect flashlight or torch as we call them in the UK, for everyday carry (EDC). That something that ideally fits in your trouser pocket but sometimes jacket pocket - something you can take with you everywhere.

It needs to be compact, lightweight and powerful and all my top ten choices weigh 120g or less and are shorter than 120mm. With maximum outputs ranging from 750 lumens all the way up to 4000 lumens.

My first video in this series covered even smaller keychain torches. That video also introduces a few technical terms - so it’s worth a watch if anything I cover in this video needs further explanation: youtu.be/5Q9DiRQPCr4

I’ve thoroughly tested over 20 torches, taking multiple torches on my morning walk every day over the last 4 weeks to see how they fare in real life use. And I’ve again tested them quantitatively in my homemade, self-calibrated lumen testing enclosure to check manufacturers’ sometimes wild claims on just how bright these torches are.

I ran every torch in its brightest mode since this is the headline figure manufacturers like to quote. And I ran them for at least 10 minutes in the testing enclosure.

I’ve also measured their colour temperature and accuracy with a spectrometer - if you’re using a torch for longer periods of time the quality of light is also important.

Please feel free to use the timeline chapters if you want to jump around the video.

All beam shots filmed with exposure fixed and at 5000K colour temperature.
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Company offers (I'll try and keep this updated):

June Sale: Up to 45% Off: olightstore.uk/s/REO74M
New release - Seeker 4 Mini 30% off (bundles available): olightstore.uk/s/4JXNJO

You can get 10% off at Olight's store using my affiliate code *TTM10* at checkout. I get a small kickback which helps support this channel. If you do use my code - thank you it's much appreciated!

Store: olightstore.uk/s/REO74M
Olight Baton 3: olightstore.uk/s/EC41TI
Olight Warrior Mini 2: olightstore.uk/s/JPN2JR
Olight Baton 3 Pro: olightstore.uk/s/4YA99W

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any of the international Amazon links below:

Olight Baton 3: geni.us/cJlbJ or with charging case: geni.us/4bNunZN
Olight Warrior Mini 2: geni.us/5ccw2
Olight Baton 3 Pro: geni.us/s63Ja4
Fenix E18R V2.0: geni.us/CsVelRe
Fenix PD25R: geni.us/TSRa
Nitecore T4K: geni.us/0GTwmXI
Thrunite T1S: geni.us/lAc2v71
Thrunite T2: geni.us/Gi8EO1
Acebeam E70 Mini: geni.us/FdgPCi
Skilhunt M150 V3: geni.us/5crav9y (can't see this currently listed yet)
Sofirn SC31 Pro: geni.us/6jr6
Sofirn SC21 Pro: geni.us/oVS5iar
Sofirn SC18: geni.us/4TVx4ee
Wurkkos TS10: geni.us/iFvrWL
Wurkkos FC13: geni.us/WMJ6a (can't see this currently listed yet)
Wurkkos TS25: geni.us/zv0uns ((can't see this currently listed yet)
Lumintop GTA: geni.us/iwlltF
Emisar D4V2: intl-outdoor.com/emisar-d4v2-high-power-led-flashlight.html

7 Best Keychain Flashlights for EDC (Everyday Carry): youtu.be/5Q9DiRQPCr4
Best headlamp? | 16 tested - budget, running & overall top picks: youtu.be/HdKksbOYy9M

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:59 Wurkkos TS10. 1400 lm, Anduril 2, high CRI, auxiliary LEDs. AA - only 14500, tail switch
8:00 Fenix E18R V2.0. 1200 lm, 16340 or CR123A
11:26 Olight Baton 3. 1200 lm, 16340 only, charging case or magnetic charging
16:17 Skilhunt M150 V3. 750 lm, high CRI, AA - Li-ion, alkaline, NiMH, magnetic charging
21:02 Thrunite T1S. 1200 lm, 18350 only
24:21 Fenix PD25R. 800 lm with 250m throw, 16340 or CR123A, tail switch
27:59 Nitecore T4K. 4000 lm, integrated battery, OLED real-time display
32:21 Sofirn SC31 Pro. 2000 lm, Anduril 2, 18650. Also Sofirn SC18, Wurkkos FC13
36:11 Olight Warrior Mini 2 (WM2). 1750 lm, 18650, tail switch and side switch, magnetic charging
40:42 Acebeam E70 Mini. 2000 lm, 18650, high CRI, tail switch
44:30 Honourable mentions: Olight Baton 3 Pro (1500 lm, 18650, magnetic charging), Thrunite T2 (3757 lm, 21700), Wurkkos TS25 (4000 lm, 21700, Anduril 2, RGB aux LEDs, power bank feature), Emisar D4V2 (3800 lm, 18650 Anduril 2, RGB aux LEDs, high CRI LEDs), Lumintop GTA (550 lm with 585m throw, AA - Li-ion, alkaline, NiMH)
46:40 Conclusions
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#olight #fenix #nitecore #thrunite #acebeam #skilhunt #sofirn

7 Best Keychain Flashlights for EDC (Everyday Carry)

The Technology Man 2022-11-26 | In this multi-part round up of flashlights or torches as we call them here in the UK, I’ll help you find the perfect every day carry or EDC torch. From the smallest micro EDC or keychain torch up to torches that will still fit in the palm of your hand and in your jeans or jacket pocket.

I have torches from well known and not so well known brands, from £5 or $5 all the way up to just under £100 or $100 - with most of them well below that. And I’ve thoroughly tested them all both in real use and quantitatively. I’ve even built a calibrated lumen testing enclosure to check manufacturers’ sometimes wild claims on just how bright these torches are - especially some of the larger ones. I’ll also measure their colour temperature and accuracy with a spectrometer - if you’re using a torch for longer periods of time the quality of light is also important.

In this first part I’ll look at keyring torches, starting with the lightest. These use either an integrated battery or a replaceable AAA battery. They are super lightweight weighing less than 25g - you’ll barely even know you have them on you. They’re still surprisingly bright - way brighter and with far more reach than an iPhone 13 Pro’s torch that I’ve included as a baseline.

In the second part of this series I look at slightly larger brighter torches with longer runtimes: youtu.be/i90Sgt7tBuo

All beamshots take at 5000K.

There's links to all the torches down below, and they’re often discounted so please make sure you check the current pricing.

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You can get 10% off at Olight's store using my affiliate code *TTM10* at checkout. I get a small kickback which helps support this channel. If you do use my code - thank you it's much appreciated!

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Olight i3E: olightstore.uk/s/EC41TI
Olight i1R2: olightstore.uk/s/XWZ2LC

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Amazon links:
Nitecore TIKI: geni.us/p3AALM
Thrunite Ti2: geni.us/sC1ktFQ
OLIGHT i3E: geni.us/OS5YKSK (Black Friday deal)
Nitecore TINI2: geni.us/4e99f
Fenix E03R: geni.us/Xa4W0G
OLIGHT i1R 2 Pro: geni.us/U1S32 (Black Friday deal)
RovyVon Aurora A8: geni.us/U1S32 (Black Friday deal)

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:27 Nitecore TIKI (includes introduction to any technical terms)
6:36 Thrunite Ti2
8:26 OLIGHT i3E
10:10 Nitecore TINI2
13:14 Fenix E03R
15:34 OLIGHT i1R 2 Pro
17:22 RovyVon Aurora A8
21:33 Conclusions - best keychain flashlight
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#edc #flashlights

Insta360 X3 360° action camera review | With new firmware | Who is it for?

The Technology Man 2022-11-21 | The X3 is the latest 360° action camera from Insta360. These cameras capture everything around you in every direction and can provide quite unique third person views: insta360.com/sal/x3?insrc=INRT7JX (free selfie stick with this link!)

I’ll help you decide if this is the right camera for you. I’ll look at some of its new features and offer some tips on how they can be used. I’ll discuss why you might want a 360° camera and look at other options available to you right now - both from Insta360 and GoPro.

Latest firmware released 21st November 2022 (v1.0.21):
1. Pre-recording function has now been added.
2. Added 4K 360 24/25/50fps modes, 3K 100fps mode.
3. Added 1080p 24/25/50fps support for Me Mode.

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Insta360 X3: geni.us/rRlL9

Insta360 store link (free selfie stick with this link!)
insta360.com/sal/x3?insrc=INRT7JX

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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:44 Unboxing
0:59 Soft pouch, protection, camera stability
1:18 X3 vs ONE X2, larger screen, new lens and quick buttons
2:12 Larger 1800mAh battery, charging port
2:40 New 1/2" 48MP Quad Bayer sensor, maximum resolution still 5.7K 30fps
3:14 Other supported resolutions and frame rates, precord mode,
3:29 Stitching process - makes selfie stick "invisible"
3:58 Dimensions and weight, compared to X2
4:22 Connecting via app to activate camera / update firmware
4:45 Standard and active HDR video modes 5.7K 25fps
5:03 3K 100fps slow motion mode, 4K 60fps mode
5:18 Using touch screen
5:39 Changing shooting modes and settings
6:20 Reviewing footage
6:40 Recommended settings, haptic, quick capture
7:15 Microphone test (stereo mode), other settings
7:49 Quick button - operating the camera with only buttons
8:34 Editing footage in Insta360 app
9:03 Single lens mode including test footage
9:47 New "Me" mode (selfie mode) including test footage and discussion
10:55 New 72MP photo mode, HDR photo mode
11:37 Loop recording mode (dashcam mode)
11:50 Low light performance (not great)
12:00 Conclusions - who's this camera for? Comparing the X3 to other Insta360 cameras and the GoPro's 360 camera
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#insta360 #insta360x3 #360

LG XBOOM 360 XO3 Light Speaker review | Perfect home speaker?

The Technology Man 2022-11-15 | Advertisement (sponsored) for LG - for more information on the LG XBOOM 360 XO3 visit: bit.ly/thetechnologymanxboom360. Any music or images used in the video have no affiliation with LG.

The LG XBOOM 360 XO3 Bluetooth speaker has 360° omnidirectional sound, an attractive design and intriguing ambient lighting modes.

I’ll run through all its features and you’ll be able to hear for yourselves how it sounds.

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LG XBOOM 360 XO3: geni.us/fJZBi
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:23 Unboxing
0:33 Design, build, weight and dimensions, attaching strap
1:12 IP54 dust and water resistance
1:24 Ports and touch controls
2:14 Speaker design
2:31 Battery and charging
2:41 Initial pairing, pairing a second device, multi-mode setup
3:12 Lighting modes, sleep timer
3:55 Pairing multiple speakers, other app settings
4:22 360° sound introduction, sound quality
4:52 Loudness with maximum volume measurements with Sound Boost EQ enabled
5:25 Custom EQ in app
5:38 Sound test (listen with headphones for the best experience)
6:33 Bluetooth reliability, range, audio lag
6:46 No mic for Siri and phone calls, codec support, wired connection
7:00 Battery life
7:18 Conclusions
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#LGXBOOM360 #LGXO3 #Ad #LightSpeaker #LEDSpeaker #360Speaker #BluetoothSpeaker #PortableSpeaker #OutdoorSpeaker #PartySpeaker #BestbluetoothSpeaker #HomeSpeaker #LGXBOOM360

EcoFlow Delta 2 detailed review | Best all-round portable power station?

The Technology Man 2022-10-28 | The EcoFlow Delta 2 has four 1800W AC outlets, super fast 1200W mains charging, two 100W USB power delivery outputs, and a 1024 Wh long lasting LiFePO4 battery that is expandable up to 3040 Wh. It has a very useful app to control it remotely and is surprisingly portable considering its spec - I can carry it with one hand. It’s pretty good value too compared to similar units - you can check the current price down below.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And the Delta 2 can charge at up to 500W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.

I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you. And towards the end of the video I’ll compare it to other similar power stations I’ve tested.

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EcoFlow 220W bifacial solar panel: geni.us/LQIOi0Z
Bluetti AC200P: geni.us/nK1A7
Jackery Explorer 1000: geni.us/M2XEWZ8

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Anker 757 PowerHouse review: youtu.be/--AyZdp99EM
EcoFlow River Max review: youtu.be/pEqJK5Si-hs
Bluetti AC200S review: youtu.be/oyAA0GUFbLI
Jacker Explorer 500 vs Bluetti AC50S review: youtu.be/R6Tamw09vLk
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:54 Unboxing
1:20 LFP (LiFePO4 battery), weight, build
2:28 Overview of unit, inputs outputs etc
5:47 Charging options
6:16 1200W AC charging - tests to check EcoFlow's claims
7:12 Noise levels charging. Using app to control charging speed and noise
8:01 Listen to noise from power station
8:17 Power station temps, LCD display
8:47 EcoFlow app - connect over WiFi or directly using Bluetooth
9:20 Charging via a car outlet 12V and 24V (with bench power supply)
10:20 Solar charging, intro EcoFlow 220W bifacial solar panel
12:50 Testing AC outputs, X-Boost
15:33 AC subsystem parasitic drain
15:58 Testing DC outputs
16:34 Testing USB outputs
17:37 UPS function
18:09 Measuring battery capacity with AC load
18:37 Measuring battery capacity with DC load
18:49 Conclusions
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#ecoflow #solargenerator #offgrid

Creality Sonic Pad in-depth review | Faster, easier 3D printing?

The Technology Man 2022-10-05 | The Creality Sonic Pad is a 7” colour tablet based on Klipper that connects to your 3D printer with a USB cable. It takes over control of your printer and makes it faster and easier to use.

Klipper is a powerful open source 3D printing firmware. Klipper has advanced features that can significantly speed up printing, and the tablet has built in network connectivity so you can upload and monitor your prints remotely. If you plug in a USB webcam, you’ll even get a live feed of your print job and automatically recorded timelapses of your prints.

Klipper is notoriously difficult to set up for most people, but Creality have attempted to provide everything in one package to get you up and running quickly. Although it’s worth pointing out at the outset, that this is only if you have one of their short list of supported printers. Theoretically you can connect most 3D printers, not just from Creality. But there's a lot more work involved and the advantages of a product like this might not be so clear.

I’ll run through setup and all its features, and I’ll test just how well it performs. It’s not cheap at £160 here in the UK, but hopefully I can help you decide if it’s worth the money.

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Creality Sonic Pad: geni.us/Au3Y0
Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro: geni.us/7OHxbdo
eSUN PLA+: geni.us/CvmHrRH

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Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro review: youtu.be/EO2nMoq4J2Y
Klipper input shaping: klipper3d.org/Resonance_Compensation.html
Klipper pressure advance: klipper3d.org/Pressure_Advance.html
Sonic Pad downloads inc Cura profiles: creality.com/pages/download-creality-sonic-pad?spm=..product_63450b4c-43c8-4324-9b18-1172e81585f2.nav_link_store_1.1
Lantern print: fab365.net/items/164

21/10/22 Update V1.0.6.29.121 - added Ender-3 v2 Neo to supported printers
31/10/22 Update V1.0.6.32.85 - added Ender-5 Plus, Ender-3 Max, CR10 Smart, CR10S Pro V2, CR10 V3. SSH now open: username: creality, password: creality. Ability to generate custom printer firmware directly from Sonic Pad. Added Mainsail web interface - use IP address with port 8819 eg 192.164.1.XX:8819 (no port number for default Fluidd). More details: creality.com/blog/some-main-upgrades-of-creality-sonic-pad-on-october-2022?fbclid=IwAR3RImpZYLTtIPkHythE7dUc9uD6czJHkaUj0KQYzB-9LFnR56LR7bctxuU
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0:00 Intro
1:06 What's in the box
1:34 Spec, printer pad overview
2:05 Initial setup
3:21 Levelling printer
4:28 Setting z-offset with nozzle and bed heated up
4:38 Sending first print
4:48 Print screen options
5:15 Spec and performance of printer pad
5:38 Sonic Pad menus and settings
6:44 Adding a webcam, timelapses, supported webcams, webcam settings
7:41 Accessing network web interface
8:17 Printing directly from Cura with Moonraker extension & enabling thumbnails
9:43 Slicing for the Sonic Pad in Creality Print
9:54 Setting up Cura with Sonic Pad. Fast profiles
10:32 Input shaping - measuring resonance
11:40 Measuring Y-axis vibrations - for better performance
13:00 Results for X and Y input shaping
13:10 Sonic Pad PLA print tests, including 21 minute #speedboatrace 3D Benchy
14:06 Sonic Pad PETG test
14:37 Tuning pressure advance for for better looking prints - worth doing!
15:15 Switching back to original firmware
15:44 Brief overview of adding non-supported printer
16:35 Conclusions
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#sonicpad #creality #speedboatrace

Ortur Laser Master 3 detailed review | Powerful fast engraver & cutter

The Technology Man 2022-09-28 | The Ortur Laser Master 3 laser cutter and engraver has a 10W diode laser that Ortur claims can engrave at speeds of up to an impressive 20,000 mm/min and cut wood up to 19mm thick: https://s.zbanx.com/r/JzRCwNm3nsoQ use code J60 for $60 off.

It has WiFi built in and an accompanying very capable smartphone app that can create custom projects and send them directly to the engraver wirelessly.

I’ll run through all its features and fully test Orturs’ claims to see if this is the right laser engraver for you. Please take a look at my previous video that introduces this technology to get you up to speed if you’re not already - there's a link down below.

So let's take a closer look.

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Ortur Laser Master 3: geni.us/EuzXd

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Timestamps:
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3:28 Build qualiy, overview
5:00 Machine spec, safety features
6:29 Initial setup in Lightburn, setting focus
7:36 Engraving cork, wood, aluminium, stainless steel, leather
9:08 Cutting - air assist, test cuts
10:34 Cutting plywood, pine, poplar, foam
12:08 Build in WiFi, using smartphone app
13:37 Conclusions
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#ortur #orturlasermaster3 #laserengraving

Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Plus review | Perfect university speaker? | vs JBL Xtreme 3, Motion Boom

The Technology Man 2022-09-15 | The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Plus is a loud 80W portable speaker, with up to 20 hours of battery life and an IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating: https://soundcore.tech/3029SgW

It could be the perfect speaker for outdoor use like camping, or to take off to college or university.

Its price varies so please check the links below, but at the time of making this video it was around £150 or $160, a fair bit cheaper than probably its closest rival, the popular JBL Xtreme 3. I’ll run through its features and you’ll be able to hear for yourselves how it compares to the JBL, as well as Ankers’ smaller Soundcore Motion+ and Soundcore Motion Boom.

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Soundcore Motion Boom Plus: geni.us/8RwA (currently there's a £40 off voucher)
Soundcore Motion Boom: geni.us/U6dBKF
Soundcore Motion+: geni.us/lBox
JBL Xtreme 3: geni.us/k4NqSQ

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:46 Overview. Unboxing, weight, dimensions, build, waterproof rating test
2:04 Passive radiators, ports, controls
2:36 Charging and 2.1A charge port
3:13 Bluetooth pairing, stereo pairing and PartyCast
4:52 Factory reset speaker, button functions
5:30 Sound quality and performance. 2 x 30 W woofers, 2 x 10 W tweeters. How does it sound?
6:08 Measure volume - compare to other speakers
6:18 Soundcore app adjust EQ etc
6:36 Speaker test intro - use headphones for the best experience
7:16 Speaker test
8:08 Speaker test discussion, audio delay
8:33 Built in microphone test, Bluetooth range and reliability
8:49 Codec support, using a wired connection
8:59 Battery life
9:16 Conclusions
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#soundcore #bluetoothspeaker #anker

Dyson V12 Detect Slim review | Best all round cordless vacuum in 2022? | In-depth testing

The Technology Man 2022-09-06 | The Dyson V12 Detect Slim Absolute cordless vacuum cleaner might just persuade you to ditch your corded model. It has up to 60 minute of run time in Eco mode, adaptive suction power based on a piezo sensor that counts and displays a graph of what’s been sucked up on the colour LCD display and a generous assortment of accessories including a super efficient motorised head with a laser beam to help you find dirt.

I’ll run through all its features and fully test its performance to see if it’s the right cordless vacuum for you.

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I bought mine from the Dyson eBay store - looked like new so might be worth checking what they've got:
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:39 Overview. Dyson model variants
1:31 What comes in the box
2:05 How to charge, dock inc installation and flimsy build quality
2:41 Charging, battery etc
3:06 Swapping attachments. Motorised head compatibility
3:33 Build quality vacuum & accessories, weight (vs V15)
3:59 3D printed wall bracket for storing accessories
4:13 Power button (vs trigger on other models)
4:34 Settings button change power level Eco, Medium (or Auto with powered heads), Boost modes
4:53 LCD display: remaining time and particle count graph
5:26 Accessing advanced settings menu
5:58 Emptying and cleaning 0.35 L bin. Cleaning filter
6:40 150 air watts of power using 11 cyclones. Air Watts compared to Watts. Power compared to V15 model
7:05 Useful suction test - to compare against mains powered Henry vacuum
8:18 Soft roller with laser on hard floors. Auto suction demo
9:04 Soft roller test on hard floors
9:20 Motorbar head test on hard floors
9:42 Motorbar head for carpets, vacuum ease of use cf corded, performance on thick and thin carpets. Some hair does get tangled with this head but easy to clean
10:21 Covert to handheld vacuum quickly and easily. Cleaning car
11:02 And using soft dusting brush for office
11:12 Battery life
11:32 Small bin - enough for 3 bed house. But will need emptying after each clean
12:00 Battery guarantee only 2 years liek rest of machine. Discuss using for DIY tasks under guarantee
12:48 Noise measurements vs Henry
13:06 Conclusions
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Vacuum Wars useful suction video: youtu.be/u1fLI7AxY3E
3D printer accessory mount: printables.com/model/127623-dyson-accessory-wall-bracket-v7-v8-v10-v11-v15-too/files

#dyson #dysonvacuum #cordlessvacuum #vacuumcleaner

LG TONE Free T90 vs LG TONE Free Fit TF8 wireless earbuds | Detailed review | Sound, ANC, mic tests

The Technology Man 2022-09-01 | Thank you to LG for sponsoring this video! Learn more about these earbuds:
LG TONE Free UT90: bit.ly/LGTONEFree_UT90_TM
LG TONE Free fit UTF8: bit.ly/LGTONEFreefit_UTF8_TM

LG’s TONE Free T90 wireless earbuds have Dolby Atmos sound with head tracking. And their exercise focused TONE Free Fit TF8 have a silicone fin for a more secure fit and an IP67 waterproof rating, both useful features for workouts.

Both these new earbuds have upgraded active noise cancellation, long battery life, a UVnano charging cradle that cleans your earbuds whilst they’re charging and a clever Plug and Wireless feature that lets you use your wireless earbuds with devices that don’t have wireless support.

I’ll run through all their features before testing their sound quality, which you’ll be able to experience for yourself. And you’ll be able to listen to their microphone quality for phone calls and hear just how effective their active noise cancellation is too.

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LG TONE Free fit UTF8: geni.us/nvrn

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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:53 Overview. Unboxing, design, build quality, size weight etc
2:23 TONE Free smartphone app, Bluetooth pairing - multi-point and multi-pairing, app feature walkthrough, earbud controls
3:52 TONE Free LAB experimental features
4:04 T90Q additional app features: Dolby Head Tracking & TestMy Best Fit
4:17 Charging and battery life
5:04 Plug and Wireless feature (use earbuds with devices with no Bluetooth)
5:53 Audio quality and performance. T90Q 11 mm graphene driver, Meridian tuned EQ profiles
6:27 Dolby Atmos, how to enable iOS, Dolby Head Tracking
7:28 TF8Q 6mm drivers, custom EQ profiles
7:57 Listen to how both earbuds sound - use headphones
8:20 T90Q sound test
9:23 TF8Q sound test
10:24 ANC and Ambient Sound mode
11:08 Listen to effect of ANC and Ambient Sound modes on simulated London tube journey
11:48 Earbud fit, comfort. How secure for running, sweat & water resistance
12:21 UVnano cleansing technology
12:52 Microphone tests phone call quality
13:22 Whispering mode
13:42 Battery life, Bluetooth range / audio lag
14:07 Conclusions
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#LGTONEFree #LGTONEFreefit #WirelessEarbuds #ad

Insta360 Link 4K webcam review | 3-axis gimbal | AI tracking

The Technology Man 2022-08-02 | The Insta360 Link 4K webcam has a 3 axis gimbal that can intelligently track a subject as they move around the room: store.insta360.com/product/link?insrc=INRT7JX&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=KOL&utm_campaign=TheTechnologyMan&utm_content=date20220802Link
It has a larger than average ½” sensor which should improve its low light performance, and it has phase detection autofocus for fast and responsive focusing.

Together with a range of clever modes like DeskView, WhiteBoard mode and portrait mode where it flips itself vertically, it’s one of the most impressive webcams I’ve come across and could be perfect for streamers, all kinds of online teaching and business meetings.

I’ll compare its image quality to a Panasonic mirrorless camera connected via a capture card and a popular Logitech webcam to see how it fares and I’ll run through all its special modes to see if this is the right webcam for you.

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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Epidemic Sound:
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:54 Overview. Unboxing (what's in the box), design, weight and dimensions
1:39 Webcam installation, UVC webcam ready to use in Zoom, Teams etc
2:26 Insta360 Link controller app overview
4:27 Image quality & performance. Lens, sensor specs
4:45 Image quality - daylight comparison to Panasonic G80 mirrorless camera, Logitech C920, Anker C300. Setup and config
5:25 Daylight image quality
5:59 Artifical light image quality
6:25 Low light image quality
7:01 HDR mode
7:39 Phase detection autofocus (PDAF) tests at 4K and 1080p resolution
8:07 Manual focus, check for overheating with Flir thermal imaging camera. Note I have been informed by Insta360 that the slightly higher temperatures I was seeing will be addressed in the next firmware update.
8:19 Dual noise cancelling microphone tests with and without background noise
8:58 Smart (AI) features. AI tracking, AI zoom, gestures
10:16 Whiteboard mode
10:48 Deskview mode
11:03 Overhead mode, tripod mounting
11:14 Portrait mode (via streamer mode). Setup in OBS. Tripod mounting
11:59 Conclusions
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#insta360 #insta360link #webcam

Laser cutters | An introducton with the TwoTrees TS2 10W diode laser

The Technology Man 2022-07-22 | Laser cutters use a focused high powered laser beam to cut or engrave a variety of materials including wood, metal, stone, glass, acrylic, leather, cloth, cardboard and paper.

Over the last few years they have come down in price considerably and you can now pick one up for less than £300 or $300. They’re pretty easy to get started with and they have plenty of uses from making name tags and signs, to engraving pretty much anything you can get your hands on, to constructing intricate 3D designs and much more.

I’ll cover the various laser machine options available in the hobby space and what you need to get started, including software to design your project and communicate with the laser. And I’ll show how to design, engrave and cut out a simple name tag from start to finish.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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You can purchase directly from TwoTrees:
shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2098125&u=3337108&m=128497&urllink=&afftrack=
(This is an affiliate link to TwoTrees that helps support the channel and costs you exactly the same)

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon link:
TwoTrees TS2 laser cutter / engraver: geni.us/NQV66
(This has only just been released so isn't listed on Amazon yet, but should be soon.)
TwoTrees honeycomb bed: geni.us/GfZuR
Laser OD6+ safety glasses: geni.us/Omt9f
Slate tiles: geni.us/tICFB
Basswood wooden blanks (very easy to cut): geni.us/OPsijM
3mm Birch laser plywood: geni.us/AaBtt9a
6mm Birch laser plywood: geni.us/NqTs

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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:44 CO₂ / Diode laser cutters basic overview
1:24 TwoTrees TS2 - with 10W stacked laser
1:55 Open frame laser diode cutter / engraver. Overview, size and assembly
3:11 Software for controlling laser (and design): LaserGRBL / LightBurn
3:42 LightBurn intitial setup - with TwoTrees TS2 as example
4:53 Using LightBurn to create to cut and engrave a name tag from 3mm plywood: design, engrave and cut settings
7:04 Laser safety
8:41 Lining up wood to be cut
9:16 Focusing laser and framing
10:06 Starting cut and engrave of name tag
10:18 Finding correct setting for engraving and cutting, LightBurn Material Test
10:55 Engraving powerdered steel and slate
11:09 Air assist - how to setup and comparing results with and without air assist
12:23 Summary
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#twotrees #lasercutting #laserengraving

Anker 757 PowerHouse 1500W portable power station review | 1229Wh long-life LiFePO4 | Fully tested

The Technology Man 2022-07-12 | The Anker 757 PowerHouse 757 1229Wh 1500W portable power station comes from a brand synonymous with portable charging solutions. It has nearly every feature you might want including two 1500W AC outlets, a 1229Wh long lasting LiFePO4 battery, super quick 1000W mains charging and both 100W and 60W USB power delivery.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech. And this Anker unit can charge at up to 300W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.

I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon link:
Anker 757 PowerHouse 757: https://ankerfast.club/3uuLplm

Or you can order directly from Anker:
https://ankerfast.club/3uvZmiI

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:45 Overview. Unboxing
1:12 Design and build, weight, LiFePO4 battery tech compared to NMC, dimensions, example use cases from Anker's website
2:22 Overview of unit - inputs and outputs, LCD screen, LED light, cooling vents
3:57 Charging 3 methods. 1000W fast mains charging
4:56 Charging with car charging cable and test of maximum charging via this DC input
5:16 Solar charging at up to 300W
7:18 Performance. Spec of AC outlets, check sine wave output
7:49 AC outlet test with range of outdoor devices: lawn mower, angle grinder, heat gun, SDS drill, compressor
8:05 Overloading AC outlets with high startup circular saw
8:15 AC outlet test around the house: hair dryer, coffee machine, heater and toaster
9:02 Capacity tests off AC and DC outputs - calculate efficiency
9:40 UPS (uninterruptible power supply) function - introduction and testing
10:22 Testing 12V 10A car outlet
10:40 Testing USB outputs
11:30 Testing noise from power station fans under heavy load. Checking temperatures under load
11:52 Power saving mode switch
12:20 LED lamp
12:39 Conclusions
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#PowerStation #AnkerPowerHouse #Offgrid

Ruko F11 GIM2 4K drone with 3km range | Full review

The Technology Man 2022-07-02 | The Ruko F11 GIM2 drone has a 4K camera with 2-axis gimbal stabilisation and electronic image stabilisation, up to 3km of range, brushless motors, automated flight modes and it comes with a controller, 2 batteries for up to a total of 56 minutes of flight time and a hard case.

I’ll see how easy it is to get started, and I’ll test out all its features to help you decide if this might be your perfect first drone.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
Ruko F11 GIM2: geni.us/SxOFZOl
Landing pad: geni.us/K5Bv

Or you can purchase the drone directly from Ruko - they're offering my viewers 30% off using the code "techman30" via this link:
ruko.net/products/ruko-f11-gim2-4k-camera-drone-with-2-axis-gimbal-for-adults?sca_ref=2296675.eZJB6KJCtK
You can add the code at check out.

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Information on flying drones in the UK: register-drones.caa.co.uk
FPV UK - for Article 16 cover and explanation: fpvuk.org/fpv-uk-article-16-operational-authorisation-explained
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:30 Getting started. Unboxing, charging batteries (3S LiPo) and controller
1:46 Unfold drone, weight & dimensions, build quality, install SD card
2:38 Turn on for first time, pair with controller, calibrate compass and gyro, GPS lock
4:02 Pair with Ruko app over WiFi
4:39 Start up the drones' motors, take off, basic controls, landing, turning off motors. Intro to GPS return to home
5:40 Turning off beginner mode, find drone feature
6:15 App overview: live view / map view, recording and playing back files of phone and SD card, microphone, additional modes
9:07 Controller overview
10:44 Flight modes: GPS return to home - manual, low battery and controller signal loss activation
12:06 Waypoint flight (plot route)
12:31 Point of interest mode
13:02 Follow modes: GPS and image recognition
14:05 Gesture modes
14:20 Performance. Ease of flying, speed modes
15:02 Image quality of 4K gimbal
15:35 3km range discussion
16:03 Battery flight time, noise from brushless motors
16:30 Conclusions. Minor crash, parts availability, comaprison to cheaper SJRC F11S 4K Pro and DJI Mini 2
18:30 Flying rules basic discussion for drone with this weight (UK)
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#ruko #rukof11gim2 #drone

8 YouTube app tips & tricks you might not know #shorts

The Technology Man 2022-06-17 | A few hopefully useful YouTube app tips you may not know.

If there's any I've missed let everyone know in the comments!

Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro review | Most capable 3D printer Ive reviewed so far

The Technology Man 2022-06-14 | The Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro should be the most capable 3D printer I’ve reviewed so far. As well as your standard PLA and PETG it can print engineering grade materials like Nylon and Polycarbonate and it comes with many features that make it easy to use including a spring steel removable print surface, an all metal direct drive extruder, automatic bed levelling, a touch screen and it even has a handy LED lamp built in.

I’ll test all its claims, printing a range of models in a variety of materials to try and help you decide if this printer is right for you.

If you’re new to 3D printing I’d highly recommend watching at least some of my earlier video that introduces 3D printing with the budget Creality Ender 3: youtu.be/u-3pEBK0w8A

So let’s take a closer look.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon link:
Creality Ender 3 S1 Pro: geni.us/bx6w

Creality Ender 3 S1: geni.us/IkBn
eSun PLA+: geni.us/RApVx08
eSun Silk Metal: geni.us/cICb
eSun ABS+: geni.us/Rfj4Hjc

Or in the UK you can purchase from:
technologyoutlet.co.uk/collections/creality3d-3d-printers/products/creality3d-ender-3-s1-pro-direct-drive-3d-printer

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Creality's instructions for updating firmware: youtu.be/NmoRRFW4zTc
Latest firmware: bit.ly/3aULkAo

My profiles - these haven't been finely tuned so please use at your own risk. Feel free to let me know how you get on with them in the comments!
drive.google.com/file/d/1-aJvCqa8eEOKTm06viSzhudEGeSvkc5n/view?usp=sharing
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Overview. Unboxing, assembly
1:53 Check everything is tight
2:31 Build quality, dimensions, weight
3:12 Levelling the bed (automatically), set Z offset
3:39 Manual bed levelling
4:53 Loading, unloading filament
5:26 SD card, USB ports, tray and LED lamp
5:48 Performance. 300°C hotend, direct drive
6:20 First test print in PLA - supplied with SD card
6:48 Setting up Cura to slice your own models
7:20 3D Benchy in PLA
7:53 Calibration cube, test dimensional accuracy
8:07 Long print (14h) - 4D A-team van. Test bed levelling and tolerances
8:42 Large vase print - test Z axes. SD card write speed issue and resolution
9:39 Detailed model in PLA
10:00 Test print in PETG
10:25 Ninjaflex (very flexible) filament - putting direct drive Sprite extruder to the test
11:01 Test print in ABS
11:20 Heated bed measure maximum temperature and any temperature variations
11:45 High temperature polycarbonate test print
12:04 Test filament runout and power loss recovery
12:34 32 bit mainboard, silent stepper drivers. Listen to printer noise. Compared to Prusa MK3S+
13:19 Power supply, energy usage measurements
13:37 Touch screen and user interface
14:06 Printer connected via Octoprint
14:17 Updating firmware
14:53 No hotend clogs
15:04 Conclusions
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#ender3s1pro #creality #3dprinting

Mingda Magician X review | The perfect beginner 3D printer?

The Technology Man 2022-06-01 | The Mingda Magician X is a 3D printer specifically targeted at new users. There’s very little assembly and it has automatic bed levelling, a direct drive extruder and a colour touch screen.

In this thorough review, I’ll put it through its paces printing a range of models in a variety of filaments including PETG - not just PLA - to try and help you decide if this printer is right for you.

If you’re new to 3D printing I’d highly recommend watching at least some of my earlier video that introduces 3D printing with the budget Creality Ender 3: youtu.be/u-3pEBK0w8A

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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You can purchase the printer directly from Mingda:
3dmingdaofficial.com/?ref=u4yJ3T1U
Use this code for $20 off: GRMXUSD20

or from Amazon:
Mingda Magician X: geni.us/PqEaWw

Other Amazon links:
eSun PLA+: geni.us/KSbA
eSun ABS+: geni.us/y5W4xF
Eryone TPU: geni.us/TheP
Magigoo bed adhesive (and release): geni.us/NoMmj
3DLac spray bed adhesive (and release): geni.us/7IDz
Textured PEI removeable sheet: geni.us/RH32Hqu (I've not upgraded this yet but use an Energetic one on my Ender 3 which I've been happy with)

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Mingda Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/mingda3dprinter
Mingda tutorials: facebook.com/groups/mingda3dprinter/permalink/1534802933581986

Prints in video:
Vase: printables.com/model/9826-blossom-vase-mildtwist/files
Stackable storage containers: cults3d.com/en/3d-model/tool/fast-print-stackable-parts-bins-storage-boxes
A-team van: fab365.net/items/147
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:38 Overview. Unboxing, printer assembly
1:24 Accessories
1:49 Checks and adjustments after assembly
2:30 Build quality, size, print volume
3:35 Automatic bed levelling
4:09 Loading filament
5:28 Ports: thumb drive, SD card slot and USB-C. SD card storage slots
5:59 Performance. V6 style hotend, max print temps
supported filaments, dual Z-axes
6:24 Updating firmware
6:38 First print, adjusting Z-offset
7:25 Glass bed, prints difficult to remove
8:07 Slicing own models, Cura setup
8:33 Large, long 11 hour PLA print. Test bed levelling and tolerances
8:54 Calibration cube, 3D Benchy - check printer performance
9:18 Spiral mode (vase mode) vase - test Z-axis and extrusion issues
9:33 Spiral mode (vase mode) stackable storage containers
9:43 Testing faster print speeds
10:06 Unloading filament
10:29 Printing flexible filament
11:01 Printing ABS
11:39 Printing PETG (not officially supported)
11:54 Heated bed temp variations and max temps
12:03 Sound test - 32-bit mainboard, silent stepper drivers
12:23 Remove base, power supply fan failure remove and replace
12:57 3.5" touch screen settings (disable beeps, runout sensor), speed, fan, flow adjustments
13:17 Octoprint printer control option via USB-C port
13:27 Testing filament runout sensor and power outage recovery
13:44 Power consumption idling and printing 20mm test cube (cf Prusa MK3S+)
14:05 Removing hotend cover JIS screws
14:25 Conclusions
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#mingda #3dprinting #3dprinter

Bluetti AC200P review | 2000W portable power station, 2000Wh LiFePO4 battery | 700W solar charging

The Technology Man 2022-05-17 | The AC200P from Bluetti, or PowerOak in the UK is the most powerful portable power station I’ve tested so far. It has a massive 2000Wh Lithium Iron Phosphate battery and a 2000W AC inverter that can power large power hungry devices like heaters, coffee machines, mitre saws and even an electric lawn mower. Or it can power smaller items for hours on end.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel and festivals and the AC200P can charge at up to 700W off solar panels alone when mains isn’t available.

These things aren’t cheap - you can see the current price if you follow the link down below. But I’ll run through its capabilities and thoroughly test all its claims to help you decide if this is the right power station for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Purchase from Bluetti's store directly (they often have some quite attractive offers):
Bluetti UK: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1801219&u=3337108&m=112337&urllink=&afftrack=
Bluetti US: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1745428&u=3337108&m=108816&urllink=&afftrack=

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
Bluetti / PowerOak AC200P: geni.us/L8Gx
Bluetti SP120 solar panels: geni.us/kUdZD
AC200P + 3 x SP120: geni.us/3w6dWyG
Renogy 100W pair solar panels: geni.us/qll9oZ (budget option)
Kunkin KP184 load tester: banggood.com/custlink/DDGEqQPFIS
Jackery Explorer 1000 power station: geni.us/MwfFN
EcoFlow River Max power station: geni.us/g9Bm | Review: youtu.be/pEqJK5Si-hs
Allpowers 500W power station: geni.us/BAR24 | Review: youtu.be/M7PLjkE-9HE
Bluetti / Power AC50S power station: geni.us/ecNVS | Review (vs Jackery Explorer 500W): youtu.be/R6Tamw09vLk
Jackery Explorer 500 power station: geni.us/fWYOBV (see review link above)

Link to manufacturer's website: bit.ly/3tPR7yh

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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:48 Overview. Unboxing, what's included, build quality
1:47 Weight, dimensions
2:07 Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery
2:36 2000Wh capacity. 2000W inverter
2:55 Input and output ports, wireless charging pads
4:42 LCD touch screen overview
6:38 Charging options. Mains charging
7:42 Charging from your car's 12V/24V output
8:42 Charging using solar panels
9:17 Wiring solar panels in series
10:17 Charging with 3 different solar panels - performance
10:46 Charging with 3 Bluetti SP120 panels - performance
11:20 Charging with 1 panel not possible - test possibility of using car input with 1 panel
11:53 Charging via mains and solar / car input simultaneously
12:28 Performance. 12V 10A DC car outlet tests, example usage
13:07 12V 3A DC tests, example usage
13:39 12V 25A DC output with aviation to XT60 cable - measurements, example usage
14:19 Running 12V 25A port at and above maximum 25A
14:37 USB-C 60W PD port measurements and example usage
15:06 5V 3A USB ports measurements
15:16 AC outlets tests and measurements. Running workshop machinery - testing overload protection, household high power devices etc
17:04 No UPS, but passthrough charging demo
17:29 Fan noise - listen yourself. No way to turn off display and power switch LED
18:11 Capacity tests - both DC and AC output
19:27 Overheating tests with Flir thermal imaging camera
19:49 Conclusions

#bluetti #offgrid #portablepowerstation

Insta360 ONE RS review | vs GoPro Hero 10 | Action cam + 360 cam 2-in-1 | Test footage, mic tests

The Technology Man 2022-04-14 | The Insta360 ONE RS is a modular action camera that lets you quickly swap between a standard wide angle lens and a 360 degree lens: insta360.com/sal/one_rs?insrc=INRT7JX (FREE Free Insta360 ONE RS battery only with this link, valued at £30 for a limited time! This link is an affiliate link which costs you nothing extra and helps support non-sponsored detailed reviews like this.)

The camera comes with a very capable accompanying smartphone app that makes it easy to edit your footage - particularly important if you capture with the 360 lens.

This upgraded model from Insta360 has a faster processor and a new 4K lens with a ½” 48 MP sensor. I’ll test both this new lens and the 360 lens mountain biking, road cycling, running and I’ll even attach it to a 50 mph RC car. And I’ll see how it compares to a GoPro Hero 10 to try and find out if it’s the right action camera for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon links:
Insta360 ONE RS: geni.us/0DI1c
Insta360 Invisible Selfie Stick: geni.us/Z8hvm97
Insta360 GO 2: geni.us/rH62
Insta360 ONE X2: geni.us/dbyNcwX
Insta360 GPS remote: geni.us/Pjxv61
Insta360 Battery Charger: geni.us/BIfXv
Insta360 Boosted Battery Base: geni.us/EkXw

GoPro Hero 10: geni.us/iMhAJMU
GoPro Max: geni.us/BV9jR

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Insta360 GO 2 review: youtu.be/SqVbzvuc1-Y
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Epidemic Sound:
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:43 Camera overview. Unboxing twin edition.
1:22 Motorcycle mount kit
1:32 Swapping lenses, clipping on battery, mounting frame
2:20 Build quality, weights, sizes, microSD and USB-C port
2:58 Mounting frame, GoPro mount, 1/4" adapter for selfie stick etc
3:27 Camera waterproof with mounting frame to 5m. Frame vs GoPro built in mount, Boosted Battery Base
3:52 Charging, camera walkthrough
5:17 Connecting to camera via Insta360 smartphone app and overview of app. Desktop app
7:28 Performance. Spec, updates over previous model Insta360 ONE R
8:10 Compatibility between old and new cameras, recording format
9:16 4K Boost lens standard video mode test footage inc comparison GoPro Hero 10
10:56 6K Cinematic mode
11:42 Active HDR video mode
12:07 Photo mode, HDR photo mode
12:41 Low light test
13:07 360 lens test footage, discussion and limitations
15:05 Sharing 360 photos
15:21 Battery life, optional battery charger
15:54 WiFi download speeds
16:12 No built-in GPS. GPS remote
16:37 Build in mics, pairing to AirPods
16:59 Audio (mic) tests, external mic options
18:06 Conclusions
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#insta360 #insta360oners #gopro

FLSUN Super Racer Review | Fast Delta 3D printer | Fully tested

The Technology Man 2022-03-29 | The FLSUN Super Racer is capable of printing up to three times faster than your conventional 3D printer. And it has auto-bed levelling, a 3.5” touch screen and a large print volume.

I’ll find out how easy it is to set up and use, and I’ll put their claims to the test to see just how fast it can print a variety of materials including PETG and Flex, and how these faster speeds affect print quality.

If you’re new to 3D printing I’d highly recommend watching at least some of my earlier video that introduces the technology with the budget Creality Ender 3: youtu.be/u-3pEBK0w8A

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
FLSUN Super Racer: geni.us/fZqn
eSun PLA+: geni.us/KSbA

Manufacturer’s website: flsun3d.com

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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You can find most of the recent tech I've reviewed recently all in one place on my Amazon page. I also have a list some of my recommended tech and my current camera equipment for filming:
UK: http://amazon.co.uk/shop/thetechnologyman
US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Epidemic Sound:
epidemicsound.com/referral/1piat9 (FREE 30 day trial with this link)
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:39 What's in the box, assembly
3:39 Automatic bed levelling, inc adjusting Z offset
4:53 Loading filament
5:51 Printer overview, Delta style printer, speed, size and weight
6:48 Components, build volume, glass bed, touch screen
7:32 External control via Octoprint or Pronterface, USB port and microSD card slot
7:56 Printer performance. Updating firmware (new features)
9:17 First test print
9:34 Setup printer in Cura slicer
10:04 Failed print, diagnostics,
10:33 Clean nozzle and hotend
10:58 Lower temperatures hotend - not all-metal
11:08 Insert PTFE correctly into hotend
11:26 Connect wirelessly via Octoprint to calibrate extruder
11:36 3D Benchy PLA at high speed (41 minutes)
12:10 3D Benchy PLA at high speed slowed down
12:26 Super high speed 3DBenchy at 220mm/s test print
12:44 Dimensional accuracy test print calibration cube
12:55 Demanding long print - foldable A-Team van
13:22 Release from glass bed when cool
13:36 Vase prints (vase or spiral mode) at 150mm/s
13:58 Removing more stubborn prints off glass bed
14:08 Filament runout sensor test
14:29 Print resume feature test (power loss)
14:52 Printing PETG
15:28 Custom PETG profile in Cura
15:55 Test prints in PETG, warping
16:23 Printing Flex (flexible filament), custom Cura profile, test print
16:56 Heat up times, power use
17:14 Heated bed variation in temperature
17:23 Removal top cover to reveal 32-bit mainboard, silent stepper drivers, printer noise
17:41 Listen to printer noise
18:07 Conclusions
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#flsun #3dprinting #deltaprinter

Allpowers 500W portable power station review | inc 100W solar panel | vs Jackery, Bluetti, EcoFlow

The Technology Man 2022-03-15 | Allpowers 500W portable power station (S500 AP-SS-007) 606Wh & Allpowers 100W solar panel (AP-SP-027) review.

The Allpowers 500W power station has a big 606Wh battery but it is one of the lightest and most compact units I’ve tested in this category. And it has a couple of features that make it stand out amongst similar offerings from other companies.

I’ll also be looking at the accompanying Allpowers 100W solar panel that turns the unit into a portable solar generator.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel, festivals; and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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You can save up to £100 ordering directly from Allpowers:
Allpowers 500W Solar Generator: bit.ly/3HYrC1x
(Use code: DX1FY1RE6WYC to save up to £100. I understand the code will still apply a discount if you purchase the power station on its own too.)
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Amazon links:
Allpowers 500W power station: geni.us/cR4J
Allpowers 100W solar panel: geni.us/ZvxKO
Combo (power station and solar panel): geni.us/PYjfWuh

Ecoflow River Max: geni.us/ish2t
Jackery Explorer 500: geni.us/tsRO
Bluetti / PowerOak AC50S: geni.us/I33z
Jackery Solar Saga 100: geni.us/A7JRNuX

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Reviews mentioned in video:
EcoFlow River Max review: youtu.be/pEqJK5Si-hs
Jackery Explorer 500 vs Bluetti AC50S review: youtu.be/R6Tamw09vLk
RavPower Power House 80W: youtu.be/Zu0vcsx7tUc
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:37 Overview. What's in the box. Weight, size, build quality
1:44 Ports - inputs and outputs, LED lights, controls
2:35 LCD screen
4:30 Bluetooth & smartphone app
5:29 Charging options. Mains charging
6:24 USB-C power delivery charging 60W
7:53 Charging off 12V car socket
8:41 Solar charging
8:53 Allpowers 100W solar panel (AP-SP-027) unboxing and mini review
10:00 Connecting a solar panel to Allpowers power station
10:13 Solar panel performance
10:53 Performance. 12V 10A car socket outlet
11:13 Regulated output testing car socket and DC 5525 12V 5A outputs
11:35 DC 5525 outputs
11:45 Testing USB outputs
12:05 USB-PD 60W output
12:27 AC sockets 2 x 500W (1000W surge peak)
12:37 Checking inverter's pure sine wave output, testing international plug sockets
13:04 500W invertor limitations
13:39 Plug in range of power tools stress test inverter and test overload functionality
14:34 Controlled maximum load test with up to 7 100W incandescent bulbs
14:51 Capacity test of battery on AC power with a single 100W bulb ~0.2C (discharge). Power station efficiency
15:29 Power station and charger temperatures measured with Flir thermal imaging camera, under load
15:48 Listen to power station fan noise
16:11 Lithium Ion battery (vs LiFePo4)
16:30 Conclusions including issue with stuck power button
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#allpowers #portablepowerstation #offgrid

Shokz OpenRun Pro review | Best running & cycling headphones? | vs OpenRun, OpenMove, Aeropex

The Technology Man 2022-03-02 | OpenRun Pro bone conduction headphones full review including mic test (phone calls).
The OpenRun Pro sit at the top of the Shokz (formerly AfterShokz) range of open ear headphones. They have improved sound quality, faster charging and there’s a new app to control them.
These bone conduction headphones leave your ears open delivering sound through your cheekbones to your inner ear, so you can still hear what’s going on around you. Which should make them perfect for running and cycling or anything else where being able to hear your surroundings is important.
I’ve reviewed their predecessors the Aeropex around 2 years ago, and they’ve been my main running headphones since. Those headphones have just been replaced by the OpenRun with the only upgrade being faster charging. I’ll cover them in a separate video, as part of a long term review of the Aeropex that I’ve used for hundreds of runs.
The OpenRun Pro are £160 or $180, around £30 or $50 more expensive than the non-Pro version. I’ll run through their features and compare how they sound to see whether it's worth paying the extra. I’ll also compare them to the now entry level OpenMove I reviewed last year which are half the price of the OpenRun Pro.
So let’s take a closer look.

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Amazon links:
Shokz OpenRun Pro: geni.us/FpBM
Shokz OpenRun: geni.us/aHRfr
Shokz OpenMove: geni.us/1RNl2

More details from Shokz website: bit.ly/3JWaoTM

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:05 Overview. In the box, charging, waterproof rating, weight
2:23 New multifunction button
2:39 Build quality, titanium neckband and ear hooks
3:01 Usage controls, EQ modes, using with ear plugs, Bluetooth pairing
3:42 Playback controls via multifunction button
3:52 Smartphone app walkthrough
4:35 Audio quality & performance. Turbopitch technology, 9th generation bone conduction. How do they sound, for music and podcasts
5:25 Volume for running and cycling, sound leakage
5:57 Phone call quality - dual noise cancelling mics.
6:12 Microphone test (listen yourself): OpenRun Pro, OpenRun, AirPods Pro
6:35 Battery life
7:05 Bluetooth reliability and range, codec support
7:31 Conclusions
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#shokz #openrunpro #openrun

How to transfer videos from iPhone to external SSD, PC or Mac | Inc ProRes | 4 methods compared

The Technology Man 2022-02-22 | In this video I’ll show how to get large video clips even in ProRes format, or any file off your iPhone 13 or 14 Pro, as quickly and conveniently as possible. All the methods I’ll discuss in this video will work with any iPhone or iPad.

I’ll show how you can connect a fast external USB SSD and if you’re offloading video files, you can then edit them directly off this drive. Then we’ll send the files wirelessly using WiFi, which is actually the fastest method I’ve found so far, apart from AirDrop which only works with Apple devices. I’ll compare speeds with these two methods against using a Lightning cable and also AirDrop.

As I alluded to, I'm more interested in getting large video clips off my phone to use in my video editing software, but both methods are also useful for freeing up space on your phone.

[Update 14th September 2022. The latest iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro still use a Lightning port with USB 2 speeds. So everything in this video still applies. Hopefully next year's iPhone will switch to USB-C and faster transfer speeds!]

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon links:
Apple Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter: geni.us/ZGTzG
Powered USB hub: geni.us/CS7LzGC
Universal USB to DC cable: geni.us/SgIgRKh
SanDisk Extreme Pro SSD: geni.us/LXLxp (latest version)

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:44 Background. 6GB per minute ProRes files. Apple's options for transferring video files off an iPhone
3:21 How to transfer files from iPhone to external SSD, external HDD or thumb drive using Files app and powered hub. Portable solution.
6:24 How to transfer files from iPhone wirelessly with the Files app
8:29 File transfer speed tests comparing AirDrop, file transfer to external SSD, Lightning cable to PC and Mac and wireless transfers with Files app. Also show speed of transfer from iPad Pro with Lightning cable for comparison
9:48 Conclusions
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#iphonevideo #prores #iphone13pro

WLToys 124017 RC car review | Best entry level brushless RC car? | Unboxing, speed tests, upgrades

The Technology Man 2021-12-22 | The WLToys 124017 radio controlled 4WD car comes already fitted with a brushless motor and promises speeds of up to an impressive 75 kmph or 47mph.

For around $145 or £110 you’re getting a hobby grade 1/12th scale buggy with a metal chassis, replaceable parts and upgradeable electronics and that price includes a very basic LiPo charger and 2 LiPo batteries - which you’d usually have to buy separately. To get something equivalent from a well known brand would cost around double that price.

But is it any good? I’ll see what you get for your money, test out its speed claims and durability, and in the conclusions I’ll compare it to a similarly priced car available from your local hobby shop - the 1/10 scale FTX Carnage.

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Car available direct from Banggood - delivery was less than a week to the UK.
WLToys 124017: https://ban.ggood.vip/10Ote use code BGWL017 for extra discount (until 31th January 2022)

WLToys 124017 (single battery) includes 10% off coupon: banggood.com/custlink/mGDRbJl0Ow
Hota D6+ LiPo charger: banggood.com/custlink/K3mYNCoe6E
3s LiPo battery: banggood.com/custlink/GGGdACOe08
SkyRC GPS speedometer tester: banggood.com/custlink/mG3yApj06z

As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links:

Hota D6+ LiPo charger: geni.us/4j4G
3s LiPo battery: geni.us/Gm6NBcB
LiPo bag: geni.us/4nt9

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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Excellent article on fixing cogging:
quadifyrc.com/rccarreviews/wl-toys-124016-124017-eat14-cogging-issue-solved
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:45 Overview*. Unboxing
1:27 LiPo batteries introduction, charging, safety. Recommend purchasing proper LiPo charger
3:12 Using supplied USB LiPo charger
3:33 Build quality, electronics, transmitter overview
4:45 Performance & durability*. Turning controller and car on, first drive
5:16 Cogging issue (hesitancy pulling away). 27 tooth pinion, discussion
6:00 Speed tests off road and on road in stock configuration
6:37 Durability, ground clearance
6:58 Range, battery life with stock batteries
7:16 Testing if electronics waterproof
7:34 Fixing cogging, trying 3s battery*. Demonstrating cogging fixed with 15 tooth pinion
8:08 Removing 27 tooth pinion and replacing with 15 tooth pinion to fix cogging - see quadifyrc.com link above for full details
9:55 Speed tests with 15 tooth pinion (no cogging)
10:05 Trying a 3s battery, design fit modified battery tray
10:20 Speed test with 3s battery and 15 tooth pinion (no cogging)
10:44 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#wltoys #rc #rccars

EcoFlow River Max review | vs Jackery Explorer 500, Bluetti AC50S | Ecoflow 160W Solar Panel

The Technology Man 2021-12-13 | The EcoFlow River Max might be the most impressive portable power station I’ve looked at so far. It can fast charge to 80% in an hour - four times faster than any power station I've tested to date; has 2 600W AC outlets, 100W USB power delivery and a 576Wh battery.

And it has an accompanying smartphone app to monitor and control the unit remotely. And a removable battery to make it more portable without losing any functionality.

I’ll also be looking at the accompanying EcoFlow 160W solar panel that can charge the power station outdoors.

These power stations are perfect for power cuts, camping, travel, festivals and around the house and out and about to charge all your tech.
The prices do tend to vary so please check the links down below, but they’re not cheap.

So I hope this video will help you make the right choice.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon link:
EcoFlow River Max portable power station: geni.us/LrEZdzN
EcoFlow 160W solar panel: geni.us/OJxrN (I can't see this on Amazon at the moment but should be showing up soon, or see EcoFlow website below)

Jackery Explorer 500 power station: geni.us/ROA4
Jackery SolarSaga 100 solar panel: geni.us/rZ0wxZ
Bluetti (PowerOak) AC50S 500W power station: geni.us/MFQA
Bluetti (PowerOak) SP120 solar panel: geni.us/CRSl

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Additional information on charger: http://uk.ecoflow.com
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:51 Overview*. Inside the box.
1:21 Design, build, weight
1:38 576Wh capacity, in real terms
2:07 Front of the unit overview
2:44 Charging ports - AC and DC input overview
2:58 AC outlets overview, powering 1800W devices, removable base
3:26 Charging*. Mains charging at 500W. Charging test results
4:03 Charging times compared to Jackery Explorer 500 and Bluetti AC50S
4:27 DC charging - via cars 12V output
4:40 Solar charging up to 200W
5:05 EcoFlow 160W solar panel unboxing, overview, weight, dimensions, setup
5:31 Compared to the Jackery SolarSaga 100, Bluetti SP120
5:47 Initial test results - winter, UK, with little sun!
6:11 Charging with other solar panels at up to 200W
6:29 Performance*. LCD panel overview
7:14 LED torch
7:39 USB ports inc 100W USB power delivery. Testing USB ports
8:20 12V DC car output overview and testing
8:40 Using car output as power supply for Hota D6+ LiPo charger
8:59 DC5521 12V 3A outputs overview and testing with LED light strip
9:36 AC outlets intro, confirming pure sine wave output
9:58 AC sockets thoughtfully arranged - even for most larger plugs
10:21 600W limit of AC outlets discussion, intro X-Boost to power devices up to 1800W
10:48 Explanation of X-Boost technology, example of how it works with 1600W hairdryer
12:00 Limitations of X-Boost, exercise caution
12:30 AC sockets consume power even with nothing plugged in - remember to turn on off when not in use
12:48 UPS or uninterruptible power supply feature and demonstration
13:45 Testing quoted 576Wh capacity and compared to Jackery and EcoFlow
14:28 Noise levels of power station - testing, hear how it sounds
14:43 Temperature of power station under load
14:53 Removing / replacing additional battery (convert River, or from River to River Max). 500 cycles limits of batteries
16:04 Daisy chaining power stations
16:14 The smartphone app*. Initial setup - WiFi connection and linking River Max a to app. Internet vs direct connection (called outdoor mode in manual)
17:14 App intro
17:27 Turning X-Boost on and off
17:39 Configuring ambient light
17:50 Settings walkthrough: configure beeps, slow AC charging etc and download firmware
18:58 Conclusions*
*Main sections
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#ecoflow #ecoflowrivermax #portablepowerstation

Lenovo Legion 5 review 2021 | Best value gaming laptop? | Detailed review, performance, upgrades

The Technology Man 2021-10-20 | Lenovo’s Legion 5 gaming notebooks start from around £800 or $800 with an entry level spec and come in both 15.6” and 17” versions. The model I’m looking at here in Phantom Blue, has a 8 core AMD Ryzen 5800H CPU, an NVidia RTX 3070 graphics card, a 512GB NVMe SSD, 16GB of RAM and a full HD 15.6” IPS screen.

It’s a very capable laptop both for gaming but also as a fast everyday computer, particularly useful for video editing. And unlike some gaming laptops it wouldn’t be out of place in an office environment.

You can pay a lot more for a laptop with far less impressive specs, but it’s not all good. I’ll run through its features pointing out its good and bad points, and I’ll test its performance for gaming, video and photo editing and office use. And I'll take it apart to see how easy it is to upgrade. All to help you decide if this is the right laptop for you.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.

Thanks for the suggestions in the comments to review this laptop- keep the suggestions coming! In the UK the laptop is available from (check the Amazon link further down for availability and pricing in other countries):

box.co.uk/gaming-laptops
(This model: 15ACH6H)
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Amazon links:
Lenovo Legion 5: geni.us/vXpc0DX
iFixit Essentials Electronics Toolkit: geni.us/qI6mm (to take apart laptop)
100W USB-C charger: geni.us/LkZUmW
LG 35 monitor: geni.us/yA7f2bS
Jackery Explorer 500: geni.us/7B1wqvQ
Jackery Explorer 240: geni.us/yTPNM
Screen colour calibration device: geni.us/Zq9q8r

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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User manual: download.lenovo.com/consumer/mobiles_pub/lenovo_legion_5_15_17_6_userguide_en.pdf
Hardware maintenance manual: download.lenovo.com/consumer/mobiles_pub/legion_5_15_17_6_hmm.pdf
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
1:04 Overview*. Unboxing, what's included
1:15 Ports, vents, speakers
1:56 USB-A and USB-C ports specs
2:22 Laptop build, dimensions, weight
3:13 Initial Windows setup, removing junkware
3:25 Screen bezels
3:37 Keyboard: travel, flex, sound test (vs Logitech MX Keys)
3:57 Keyboard hotkeys, trackpad feel and hear click mechanism
4:16 Display & general performance*. Hinge flex
4:28 Screen resolution, viewing angles, 165Hz refresh rate, response times
5:08 Measure maximum screen brightness, hardware calibrate display
5:22 sRGB coverage (measured)
5:39 Colour accuracy before and after calibration, screen uniformity test
6:08 Charging laptop (how long), rapid charge and power requirements for fast charging
6:50 Charging via USB-C Power Delivery, limitations
7:40 Battery life, PC Mark 10 battery drain tests
9:19 Forcing lower refresh rate - longer battery life?
9:38 Extending battery life testing with various portable power stations
10:05 Machine spec, SSD speed test
10:30 PC Mark 10 benchmark results
10:43 Video and photo editing benchmarking with UL's Procyon Benchmark suite
10:54 USB-C ports performance with external SSD, video editing performance with this drive
11:21 USB-C display output - to LG 35" screen, and Luna Display for Windows
11:50 Laptop fan noise, performance modes to control fan speed, hear fan noise
12:25 Webcam and mic test
12:42 Speaker test
12:52 Lenovo Vantage app: Nahamic sound, other settings
13:25 RGB lighting customisation, record macros
13:49 WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.1 test
14:08 Gaming performance*. 3DMark benchmark results
14:28 Fortnite, Forza Horizon 4 frame rates with highest graphics settings
14:39 Shadow of the Tomb Raider and Doom Eternal with ray tracing and highest graphics settings
15:08 Laptop cooling, measure temps with Flir thermal imaging camera
15:36 Frame rate / performance drop on battery power
16:12 Upgrade options*. Hardware maintenance manual
16:34 Removing bottom cover of laptop
17:00 Battery, SSD, RAM upgrade options
17:48 Windows 11 upgrade
17:58 Conclusions*
*Main sections
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#lenovolegion #lenovolegion5 #gaminglife

Anycubic Vyper review | Perfect beginner 3D printer? | Unboxing, setup, auto-levelling, test prints

The Technology Man 2021-09-29 | The Vyper is a new 3D printer from Anycubic that promises to be the perfect beginner printer. It requires very basic assembly and has true automatic bed levelling to ensure prints stick to the bed. This is often the biggest cause of frustration for beginners. And it comes with a few other features that make it easier to use, including a removable magnetic build plate - my favourite platform and a 4.3” touch screen.

It has a large print volume and its twin screw system for the height axis should provide more accurate prints. And it promises to be quiet with its supposedly silent motors.

I’ll find out how easy it is to set up and get your first print completed and I’ll put all their claims to the test, printing a range of models with a variety of filaments, to try and help you decide if this printer is right for you.

If you’re new to 3D printing I’d highly recommend watching at least some of my earlier video that introduces 3D printing with the budget Creality Ender 3. There's a link below.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Amazon links:
Anycubic Vyper: geni.us/037ymo

Creality CR-6 SE: geni.us/KJKBAMG
Creality Ender 3 V2: geni.us/lF26AY
Creality Ender 3: geni.us/pACE6J

Written article: http://thetechnologyman.com

Creality Ender 3 review | Intro 3D printing: youtu.be/u-3pEBK0w8A

Models referenced in video:
Hotend cable clip: thingiverse.com/thing:4939641
Dremel cut off saw (for Flex Shaft: thingiverse.com/thing:3458147/files
Charger cable organiser: prusaprinters.org/prints/51301-charger-cable-organizer-the-cable-winder
Vyper tray organiser: thingiverse.com/thing:4909034
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US: http://amazon.com/shop/thetechnologyman
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Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction*
1:01 Setup*. Unboxing, what's included
1:43 Assembly
2:40 Post assembly checks before printing. Check no play in print head and bed belts are tight
3:12 Auto-levelling the bed including important pre-checks. Ensure strain gauge working
4:23 Advantages of this strain gauge levelling system
5:02 Loading filament
5:46 Checking tensioning knob
6:05 Performance*. Printer specs
6:41 First print with included PLA. Moving owl.gcode to root of SD card. Checking layer height and adjusting Z offset and other settings
7:39 Setting up CURA, importing profiles
8:10 Testing filament runout sensor
8:43 Testing Power Resume feature after power cut
9:16 Testing colour change filament
9:57 Print quality discussion, slicing software and profiles
10:18 Setting up PrusaSlicer with the Anycubic
10:46 Quality difference Cura and PrusaSlicer profile
11:05 Accuracy of prints and testing printer tolerances
11:38 Magnetic PEI sheet, first layer quality and releasing prints.
12:00 Testing smooth side of PEI sheet, cleaning PEI sheet with IPA alcohol
12:41 Testing temperature variation of the bed with FLIR imaging camera
12:53 PETG print quality (Prusament Galaxy Black)
13:15 Flexible filaments print quality. NinjaFlex, Eryone TPU. Creating custom profile in PrusaSlicer
13:47 4.3" touchscreen. Turn off beeps
14:08 Using printer with Octoprint on a Raspberry Pi. Can remotely control printer, adjust e-steps and check mesh bed levelling
14:36 Noise from printer - listen to sound test. 32-bit board, silent stepper drivers, loud fans
15:07 Cable management. Printing off simple clip to solve main issue
15:28 Extruder gears issue. Tightening extruder gear with 1.5mm hex bit
15:47 Conclusions* and verdict
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#3dprinter #anycubic #anycubicvyper

Jackery Explorer 500, Bluetti AC50S review | Best 500Wh power station? | SolarSaga 100, SP120 solar

The Technology Man 2021-09-03 | Black Friday deals directly from Jackery - up to 20% off. Explorer 500: Explorer 500 + SolarSaga 100: tidd.ly/3V4EA5c. Explorer 500: tidd.ly/3grvm45

The Jackery Explorer 500 and the Bluetti AC50S (or PowerOak AC50S in the UK) are two similarly priced portable power stations, with massive 500Wh batteries and AC outlets that you can plug in anything from your smartphone to a laptop charger, to a power tool and much more. They’re perfect for camping, travel, festivals, emergency use and pretty useful around the house too, when you don’t have a plug socket nearby.

I’ll be putting these two popular models head to head, comparing their features and performance. And they both have optional solar panels that can charge them - the Jackery SolarSaga 100 and the Bluetti, or PowerOak in the UK, SP120, that I’ve also been testing.

These units aren't cheap so I hope this video will help you to make the right choice.

If you want to skip forward or back at any time in this video, please use the chapter markers YouTube creates from the timestamps down below and in the pinned comment.
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Purchase from Bluetti's store directly (they often have some quite attractive offers):
Bluetti UK: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1801219&u=3337108&m=112337&urllink=&afftrack=
Bluetti US: shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1745428&u=3337108&m=108816&urllink=&afftrack=
As an Amazon affiliate, I get a small commission from purchases made via any Amazon links.

Amazon links:
Jackery Explorer 500, 500W 518Wh power station: geni.us/kW0MJ
Jackery SolarSaga 100 100W solar panel: geni.us/IwBT7o
Bluetti / Poweroak AC50S 300W 500Wh power station: geni.us/pBMf
Bluetti / Poweroak SP120 120W solar panel: geni.us/3GMxsK

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:52 Overview*. What's in the box, dimensions, weight, build quality
2:26 Overview of both units, lights, ports, powering on units
3:36 Bluetti/Poweroak ac outlets overview
4:15 Changing mains frequency of Bluetti/Poweroak
4:28 Jackery AC outlet overview
4:51 Jackery USB ports overview
5:00 Bluetti/Poweroak USB ports overview
5:10 Bluetti/Poweroak wireless charging pad
5:20 Lights usage and comparison
5:46 Turning on AC and DC including USB
6:00 Charging*. Charging times using included wall chargers
6:41 Bluetti/Poweroak fan noise charging
7:08 Using car charger
7:24 Solar panels introduction, using USB Power Delivery adapter to charge both units
8:08 Displays: input, output power, passthrough charging
8:29 Solar panels*. Unboxing Jackery SolarSaga 100 & Bluetti/Poweroak SP120
8:45 Dimensions and weight
9:02 Setting up both units, size unfolded, build quality
10:17 Jackery SolarSaga 100 build in charging ports, eyelets on both units
10:47 Testing both units, maximum outputs from both units. Using the Jackery with the Bluetti/Poweroak
11:39 Performance*. 12V, 10A Car cigarette lighter ports tests
12:23 Testing DC 12V, 3A outputs. Measuring output, making up custom leads to connect LED strip lights to both units
13:35 USB ports outputs and testing
14:38 AC outlets discussion, testing and measurements
15:42 Real life tests of AC outlets with range of power tools. Dremel, Bosch multi-tool, Skil sander and drill, Festool ETS 150/3 sander. Overload protection. Basic calculation to estimate how long devices will run
17:47 Other uses for power stations. Cycling turbo trainer, 3D printer ...
18:05 Testing both units at max output to check for any overheating issues
18:15 Fan noise both units - listen to comparison
18:30 Testing rated capacities of both units with 2 100W incandescent bulbs running continuously until the power stations ran out of charge.
19:32 Conclusions*
*Main sections
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#jackery #bluetti #portablepowerstation

Coros Apex Pro review | Ultimate running watch? | Use with Stryd & Coros POD

The Technology Man 2021-08-07 | The Coros Apex Pro is a running multisport GPS watch with up to 30 days battery life in regular mode or 100 hours with GPS. It has a durable sapphire touch screen with a titanium frame, an optical heart rate sensor, a pulse oximeter and a host of other sensors including a barometric altimeter and thermometer; and it’s waterproof to 100 metres. It’s able to measure running power without any additional accessories, but also has complete native support for Stryd running power foot pods.

It sits at the higher end of Coros’ range, but is still a bit cheaper than Garmin’s equivalent model in its Fenix range.

I’ve been thoroughly testing the watch for a few months now. I’ll cover its features, test its heart rate and GPS accuracy, discuss how it compares to Stryd and what benefits adding Stryd or Coros’ own running pod will provide. I’ll also cover its performance, battery life and sleep tracking features.

I’ll do my best to help you decide if this might be your perfect GPS watch, even comparing it to my Apple Watch to see how it fares as a smartwatch.

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Amazon links:
Coros Apex Pro: geni.us/JLJ7Z
Coros POD: geni.us/pDtwD

Fenix 6: geni.us/8vu9
Fenix 5: geni.us/k3ZvlHT

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
1:01 Getting started*. Unboxing, pairing phone with app and app setup
2:00 Watch overview*. Design and build, strap, screen, charging
2:46 Change watch face
3:17 Toolbox walkthrough: night mode, Do not Disturb, Workout Interface settings, heart rate sensor config, add ANT+ / Bluetooth sensors, digital dial config, Auto Lock settings, GPS config
4:48 Broadcast heart rate setup and use cases
5:24 Blood oximeter - SpO2, battery usage screen (more details later), UltraMax mode
5:51 Navigation, importing GPX file from Strava
6:58 Smartwatch functionality: notifications, missing features
7:21 Widgets from home screen: sunrise / sunset, temperature, barometer, elevation, heart rate, activity widget, evolab
7:52 Workouts
8:44 Configuring data screens
9:25 Coros app: Syncing to 3rd party apps, viewing workouts, configuration
10:27 Heart rate and GPS accuracy*. Compared to Wahoo chest strap and Apple Watch. Comparison graphs and discussion.
12:12 Test Track mode & UltraMax mode
12:32 Running power and Stryd integration*. Measurements compared to Stryd
13:54 Real time pace with Stryd vs Coros watch
14:17 Pairing Stryd with Coros Apex Pro
15:04 Analysis in Stryd PowerCenter
15:20 EvoLab performance metrics
16:19 Coros POD (Performance Optimisation Device)*. Additional metrics, compared to Stryd
16:52 Setting up the Coros POD
17:14 Using Coros POD with Coros app without a watch
18:01 Final discussion on Coros POD
18:17 Performance, battery life & sleep tracking*. Responsiveness, screen compared to Apple Watch
18:55 Battery life
19:22 Sleep tracking
20:06 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#coros #apexpro #gpswatch

Canon G650/G620 MegaTank photo printer review | Very low costs prints | Quality, speed, features

The Technology Man 2021-07-25 | The Canon G650, (G620 in US), is Canon’s first refillable ink photo printer - with 6 colours including a photo-specific red and grey. Canon's MegaTank system is very economical, with a 6x4” print costing just over 2p or 2.5c - around a 1/10th of the cost compared to typical, even larger capacity ink cartridges.

This G600 series model is an all in one with a built-in scanner for scanning and photocopying tasks. But there’s also the G500 series with the G550 in the UK which is the same printer but without the scanner and is a little cheaper.

But you are paying a higher upfront price (check link below) to get the cheaper running costs, and the printer is lacking a few features that you might expect at this price point, most notably it only has a single rear paper tray and no automatic double-sided printing.

In this video I cover the setup, features, print quality, speed and running costs, to try and help you decide if it’s worth your money. I’ll also discuss a few other printers worth considering towards the end of the video.

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Canon PIXMA MegaTank
G650 (UK): geni.us/253ve
G620 (US): amzn.to/3eTrNj5

Epson EcoTank ET-8550 A3+: geni.us/HCpon
Xerox B210 laser printer: geni.us/6phF

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:13 Initial setup*. Unboxing, unpacking, installing print heads,
2:06 Filling ink tanks
2:56 Checking ink levels, refilling ink, resetting ink level monitor
3:18 ink charging before first use, print head alignment
3:47 Overview*. Build quality, missing features
4:26 Build in scanner - for photocopying and scanning
4:37 WiFi setup of printer
5:11 Software setup on your computer: http://ij.start.canon, setup Canon Print App on smartphone
5:30 Print photo from Canon Print app, settings, Wireless PictBridge
6:15 Template printing (graph paper, ruled paper etc)
6:35 Print quality, speed and cost*. Dye-based 6 ink system
7:00 Dye based ink vs pigment. How long prints last, print quality
7:26 Selection of photo paper that was tested, quality comparison
7:43 Greeting card paper tested, with and without ICC profiles, Pape Spectrum Premium Lustre paper
7:53 Comparison with print from photo lab
8:03 Colour management, lack of ICC profiles, printer settings, getting free ICC printer profiles
8:30 No Canon Print and Layout support, using Easy Photo Print Editor
8:47 Print speed, compared to other printers, difference quality settings
9:34 Borderless print options
9:46 Defining custom print size - handy for greeting cards
10:00 Document printing quality and speed
10:32 Manual duplexing
10:53 Photocopying speed, scanning speed and quality
11:18 Creating custom colour profile for scanner - to improve colour accuracy
11:35 Printing costs - including price of printer and ongoing costs
12:00 Printing costs including paper
12:34 No paper feed issues or nozzle clogs during my testing
12:48 Conclusions*. Inc other printer options and upcoming A3+ Epson Ecotank ET-8550 review
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#canon #megatank #pixmag600

Insta360 webcam mode with One R or One X2 | vs GoPro, Logitech, Mirrorless, MacBook | Complete guide

The Technology Man 2021-06-30 | I’ve looked at using a GoPro as a webcam in a couple of recent videos, but if you have a Insta360 One R or One X2 they can also be used as pretty handy webcams, and with a couple of additional features GoPro’s don’t have.

I’ll discuss how to set up the webcam mode which works on a PC or Mac, and I’ll compare the quality to the GoPro Hero 9, the popular Logitech C920, a MacBook Pro and a Panasonic mirrorless camera with a USB capture card.

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Insta360 One R: geni.us/Gzztlc
Insta360 One X2: geni.us/MU8r2Gd
GoPro Hero 9: geni.us/KBXTKB
Logitech C920: geni.us/u5NGmej
Elgato USB capture card: geni.us/yBBEy
Cheap USB capture card: geni.us/kgrM2l

Insta360 cams are also available direct from Insta360 - worth checking what deals they have:
Insta360 One R: insta360.com/sal/one_r?insrc=INRT7JX
Insta360 One X2: insta360.com/sal/one_x2?insrc=INRT7JX

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:28 Setup and test footage*. Cameras that support webcam mode
0:54 Setup - update camera firmware
1:11 One R with 4K Mod - turn on webcam mode, webcam zoom
1:31 One R with 360 Mod - turn on webcam mode
1:41 One X2 - turn on webcam mode
1:55 Connect PC or Mac to camera
2:12 UVC webcam - no software to install
2:31 Setup with Windows Camera app, Mac with Photo Booth
2:48 Setup with Zoom, Skype, OBS
3:30 Split view with One X2 and One R with 360 Mod
3:54 Switch from split view to front or rear lens on One X2
4:10 Single lens view - automatic zoom can't be disabled
4:31 Webcam zoom - can be disabled on One R with 4K mod, but not with 360 Mod
4:44 One R with 4K mod: demonstration of webcam zoom
4:54 Compared to GoPro Hero 9 manually switching Lens Mode to Narrow
5:12 LCD screen can't display self-view on the One R with 4K mod, like you can on the GoPro Hero 9
5:22 Can connect AirPods as mic but not supported in webcam mode
5:32 Mounting options
5:54 Test footage with audio comparison intro
6:28 One R test footage with webcam zoom disabled and enabled
6:51 One X2 test footage: split view and full front and rear lens view - show switching
7:19 Logitech C920 webcam test footage
7:29 GoPro Hero 9 test footage. Audio from Samson Go Mic external mic. Show Linear and Narrow mode also
7:57 MacBook Pro test footage, built-in audio
8:07 Panasonic G80 mirrorless with Elgato HD60 S+ USB capture card. Built in mic
8:18 Conclusion*
*Main sections
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#insta360 #insta360oner #insta360onex2

LG UltraWide 35WN73A Monitor Review | 35 100hz 21:9 QHD HDR USB-C Freesync | Best budget ultrawide?

The Technology Man 2021-05-14 | The LG 35WN73A or 35WN75C in the US, is a curved 35” ultra-wide quad HD monitor with HDR, a 100Hz refresh rate, Freesync and USB Type-C connectivity that supports both display and power.

Its large screen and 3440 x 1440 pixel resolution should make it perfect for productivity and its decent refresh rate, Freesync support and HDR capabilities could make it a good option for gaming too - with a PC or even an Xbox Series X or Playstation 5.

All this comes at an attractive price for a display with these specs and from a well known manufacturer. The price seems to vary so please check the links down below.

But is it any good? Let’s find out.

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Software: lg.com/uk/support/product/lg-38UC99-W (different monitor but software is universal)
Manual: thetechnologyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/35WN73A-Owners-Manual.pdf
Calibrated profile (if you want to try it, but really specific to my panel): geni.us/lg35wn73a_profile
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:49 Overview*. Unboxing, attaching stand, turning on, speaker attachment
2:10 Inputs, using the USB-C port for display and power and as a USB hub
3:35 Resolution and refresh rates
3:59 Connecting to a desktop PC
4:20 Power usage
4:32 Size, height adjustment, tilt, design, build quality
5:38 Adjust monitor settings, picture modes,
6:30 HDR picture modes
6:53 Picture quality and colour accuracy*. Resolution, sharpness
7:26 VA panel viewing angles
7:36 Screen calibration, 99% sRGB colour accuracy, Adobe RGB & DCI P3 colour accuracy
8:03 Maximum brightness measurement
8:21 Doesn't meet DisplayHDR 400 standard
8:31 Colour accuracy Delta E measurement - before and after calibration
9:32 Contrast ratio, screen uniformity measurement, screen defect
10:10 Gaming with a PC and Xbox Series X*. PC gaming
10:30 HDR10 support - for gaming, FPS picture mode
10:53 Freesync support and setup, 10 bit output
11:31 Xbox Series X gaming, downscales Xbox 4K output, only 60Hz support
11:50 Xbox ultrawide support. Change aspect ratio, Freesync support
12:26 Response time, ghosting, input lag
12:36 Netflix, YouTube HDR setup andplayback
13:11 LG OnScreen Control & Dual Controller software*. No Picture by Picture mode: using Dual Controller software
13:28 LG Dual Controller setup. Share keyboard and mouse, copy files from two computers
15:00 LG OnScreen Control screen split software
15:20 FancyZones - Microsoft PowerToys. My preferred option for windows layout
15:32 Conclusions*
* Sections
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#monitor #ultrawide #35WN73A

Soundcore Motion Boom review inc sound test vs JBL Xtreme 3, Soundcore Motion+, W-King D8, Minirig 3

The Technology Man 2021-04-19 | The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom is a 30W portable speaker with enough volume for use outdoors, up to 24 hours of battery life and an IPX7 waterproof rating.

It costs around $90 or £90 - a third of the price of the JBL Xtreme 3 I’ll be comparing it to in a sound test, together with the, W-King D8, Minirig 3, Soundcore Motion+ and the LG PL7.

How does it sound and does it have all the features you need? Let’s find out!

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Soundcore Motion+: geni.us/pZAXhS
W-King D8: geni.us/EwPWBy
LG XBOOM Go PL7: geni.us/nLbG

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Soundcore Motion+ review: youtu.be/ktFpxMkzjRo
W-King D8 review: youtu.be/RcgO8nM9ddw
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:26 Overview*. Unboxing, weight, size, compared Motion+, JBL Xtreme, W-King D8
1:01 Build quality, waterproof test
1:14 Passive radiators, ports, buttons
1:45 Charging 10,000mAh battery
2:06 USB output to charge gadgets - test and discussion
2:32 Bluetooth pairing, pairing to a second device
3:04 Factory reset speaker
3:16 TWS stereo speaker pairing
3:41 Controls, BassUp button
4:13 Sound quality and performance*. 2 x 15W drivers, passive radiator, sound quality discussion
4:52 Volume (loudness) test vs JBL Xtreme 3, W-King D8, Minirig 3, Soundcore Motion+ and the LG PL7
5:21 Soundcore app. EQ settings, audio prompts
5:51 Intro sound test vs JBL Xtreme 3, W-King D8, Minirig 3, Soundcore Motion+ and the LG PL7
6:30 Sound test begins
8:26 Sound test summary
8:55 Audio sync, mic test, Bluetooth performance - no aptX or AAC - only SBC. And no wired connection possible
9:32 Battery life
9:48 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#soundcore #motionboom #anker

Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240 review

The Technology Man 2021-03-23 | Black Friday deals directly from Jackery - 25% off. Explorer 240: tidd.ly/3Oy3JTm

The Jackery Explorer 240 is a portable charger with a whopping 240Wh battery & an AC outlet that you can plug in anything from your laptop charger to an Xbox Series X console! geni.us/1oIkkA [Amazon].

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
0:24 Overview*. Unboxing,
0:41 Build quality, design, weight, size
1:00 Specs, examples of usage
1:21 12V, AC, USB charging ports
2:08 AC socket (UK model), pure sine wave output, usage
2:41 Output buttons, vents, using all ports simultaneously
3:02 Performance*. Charging 3 ways, AC, car charger, solar panel
3:22 Charging times, pure sine wave output, proprietary charger - no USB power delivery charging
3:55 Passthrough charging, AC socket
4:17 Limitations: power and runtime
4:37 LCD display - instantaneous input and output power and battery life
5:00 Comparing to energy monitoring plug, overloading
5:27 Estimating how long a device will run, testing battery capacity
6:27 Testing output of USB ports
6:51 Testing 12V car charger port
7:03 Testing AC outlet with power strip
7:34 Testing AC outlet with Xbox Series X
8:03 Power usage with nothing connected, limitation connecting low powered devices
8:19 Passthrough charging demonstration in car
8:38 Fan noise (listen), compared RavPower Power House
9:08 Checking temperature of unit under heavy load
9:19 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#jackery #powerstation #portablecharger

Insta360 GO 2 review - in-depth | vs GoPro Hero 9 | Test footage | Mic tests

The Technology Man 2021-03-09 | The Insta360 GO 2 action camera weights 27 gram and is smaller than my thumb but can still record up to 2.5K and with impressive image stabilisation: store.insta360.com/product/go_2?insrc=INRT7JX
It’s waterproof, has a replaceable lens cover and charges in what looks like a large AirPods Pro case that can also control the camera remotely.

Despite the company’s name this camera does not shoot 360 degree footage - it has a single ultra-wide lens. It’s a successor to the GO 1 but it’s much more of a fully fledged action camera and has some interesting features that even trump the relatively large and heavy GoPro Hero 9. But it’s also had a price hike to £295 or $300.

I’ve tested it thoroughly, comparing it to the GoPro Hero 9, mountain and road biking, running and for general use out and about with the family.

Could this be the perfect everyday action camera?

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Timestamps
0:00 Intro*
0:57 Overview*. Unboxing, included accessories and mounts
1:13 Build quality, dimensions, weight
1:38 Action button, status LED, mic, charging points, 32GB storage
1:53 Charging case size & weight
2:16 IPX8 4m waterproof rating, removeable lens
2:26 Charging in case, tripod legs, tripod mount
2:56 Case status LED, charging, 1100mAh case battery, 210mAh camera battery
3:24 Battery life - spec'd
3:34 Case pairing with camera, OLED screen, case controls
3:46 Faulty display
4:03 Changing modes starting recording with case
4:14 Remote control camera with case
4:24 Mounts, magnetic pendant mount, pivot mount, clip mount
4:49 Controlling camera with action button, status LED, no audible beep
6:18 Resetting camera and case
6:30 Image quality & performance*. Sensor, lens, resolution, framerate
6:56 Pro Video mode - aspect ratio and FOV post process
7:19 Manually panning image in post
7:41 Horizion Lock feature demonstration - maintaining upright video even upside down
7:54 GoPro Hero 9 needs Max Lens Mod
8:04 FlowState image stabilisation
8:26 Slow-mo mode 120fps, photo capture, timeshift, timelapse, HDR video mode
9:09 Colour modes: Vivid, Standard, LOG
9:26 Applying colour grading LUT in mobile app
9:35 Only 30 and 50fps - no 60 or 25fps
10:00 Introduction to test footage, discussion on mounting options - ok but not as secure as GoPro bolt and buckle. Some test footage in this intro too
11:09 Test footage vs GoPro Hero 9 with and without GoPro Max Lens Mod. Mountain biking, road cycling, running, walking, on RC car
12:57 Wrap-up discussion on image quality - some more test footage comparing to GoPro
13:12 Low light video quality, noise reduction on export
13:25 Microphone quality - on chest and out in front compared to GoPro
13.43 Battery life, not enough warning it's going to run out
14:15 Camera stops recording when hot - thermal imaging camera test
14:35 Charging case not rugged - need to be careful out and about. Helmet mount footage
14:47 Insta360 app*. 802.11ac WiFi 5 for file transfer. Or using case for faster transfers with included cable. Transfer speeds wireless and wired
15:30 Pairing to app, using app. Quick scrubbing. Post processing (FOV, aspect, colour, exposure), AI trim
16:18 Edits non destructive - resetting edit, turning off FlowState and Horizon Lock, exporting footage
16:38 Configuring action button, capture length
16:57 Live preview, video and photo modes
17:21 Flashcut AI editing, manual editing, desktop app, RAW footage
18:08 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#insta360 #insta360GO2 #tinyandmighty

Acer Nitro 5 review 2021 | Fast budget gaming laptop | Gaming, performance, sound & webcam tests

The Technology Man 2021-02-18 | Acer’s Nitro 5 is a gaming notebook with an attractive price. The appeal of these laptops is their higher end spec also make them a great option for photo and video editing on the move or just a fast everyday computer. It’s still not cheap at around £800 or $800, but you can pay a lot more for a laptop far less capable.

This model comes with a 144Hz 15.6” Full HD IPS screen, an AMD Ryzen 5 4600H, 512GB of fast SSD storage, 8GB of RAM and an NVidia GTX 1650Ti graphics card. At this price it’s not perfect. Battery life is not great, the screen is only average and it’s mostly made of plastic, but it can handle most current games at its native resolution and it’s no slouch editing your videos in Adobe Premiere Pro or your photos in Adobe Photoshop.

Could this be the perfect budget gaming or performance laptop?

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro*
1:01 Overview*. What's in the box.
1:12 Left, right, back view of laptop. Ports, vents etc
1:55 Laptop build, design, size, weight
3:03 Powering up laptop first time, finishing off Windows install, junkware
3:50 Bezels, webcam
4:03 Keyboard, travel, flex, feel, listen to sound test of typing
4:35 Toggling function key behaviour in BIOS - changing to Media Key
4:56 Trackpad, listen to clicks
5:12 Display & general performance*. Full HD 1920 x 1080 matte IPS screen, 150 degree hinge, viewing angles
5:29 Hot pixel, 144Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time
6:02 Measured brightness 330 nits, 246 on battery. Turn off AMD Vari-bright to get this to 330 on battery
6:37 sRGB colour space covered - only 59%. 40% aRGB and P3
6:53 Colour accuracy, screen uniformity
7:22 Battery, charging, no fast charging
7:52 Battery life: PCMark 10 tests various scenarios, real life tests gaming, watching YouTube, general use
8:57 Using portable AC charger (RavPower Power House) to extend battery life (better frame rate too)
9:17 Laptop spec, performance, SSD speed tests, boot time, program loading time
10:15 PCMark 10 benchmark results
10:27 Geekbench results
10:40 Userbenchmark results
10:54 Performance for video / photo editing
11:40 UL Procyon Photo and Video Editing benchmarks
11:50 External SSD performance, USB-C port charging test - 15W (5V at 3A)
12:34 Fan noise sound tests
13:00 Webcam and mic test - compared to a full HD Logitech C920 webcam
13:13 Speaker test, WiFi & Bluetooth spec and performance
14:43 Gaming Performance*
15:02 3DMark benchmark results
15:12 Fortnite performance
15:22 Forza Horizon 4 performance
15:41 Shadow of the Tombraider, Doom Eternal performance
15:58 Zwift indoor cycling performance, cooling tests
16:13 Acer Nitrosense - control fans, monitor performance, power profile
16:39 Upgrade options*
16:44 Taking laptop apart
17:01 Battery replacement, upgrade RAM
17:28 Upgrade M.2 SSD and 2.5" hard drive bay
18:04 Conclusions*
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#acernitro5 #bestbudgetgamingnotebook2021 #nitro5

Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro Review | ANC & excellent call quality | Inc sound, ANC, mic tests

The Technology Man 2021-02-06 | I'll compare the Soundcore Liberty Air 2 Pro true wireless earbuds to the AirPods Pro, Liberty Air 2 & LG FN7. These are some of the best ANC earbuds I've tested at this price point and have comparable ANC and call quality to the class leading AirPods Pro. They retail at around £130 or $130 - but check links below for current pricing.

You can hear for yourselves how they sound and how effective their ANC is. And you’ll be able to hear how their microphones compare to the AirPods Pros for phone calls in both quiet and noisy environments.

And as usual I’ll run with them to see just how secure their fit is.

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0:00 Intro*
0:42 Overview*. What's in the box, size and weight case and earbuds in comparison to AirPods Pro, Liberty Air 2, Liberty 2 Pro
1:16 Case ports, buttons and LEDs
1:30 Bluetooth pairing, pairing second device, mono mode
1:56 Resetting earbuds
2:08 No smart handover if paired multiple devices, Bluetooth reliability
2:30 Charging inc fast charging, battery life
3:09 Earbuds size and design, compared Liberty Air 2 and others
3:28 Ear fit inc new ear fit test in app
3:41 Fit for running, IPX4 sweat resistance rating
4:00 Touch controls, config in app
4:25 Voice prompts and ambient mode config in app. Mono mode config
5:25 Ear detection
5:36 Audio quality*. 11mm drivers. Compared to AirPods Pros discussion
6:02 Soundcore app sound customisation, EQ, Hear ID personalisation
6:38 Codec support, no aptX, audio / lip sync, sound leakage
7:00 Sound test intro
7:19 Sound test vs AirPods Pro, Liberty Air 2. Inc changing EQ modes and ambient modes - effect on sound quality
9:05 Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and transparency mode*. Discussion and configuration in app. Compared to Soundcore Life Q30s
10:03 Listen to how effective ANC and transparency mode is, compared to AirPods Pro. Simulated underground / subway noise
11:40 Call quality / microphone quality*. 6 mics, 3 on each earbud. Intro to mic test
12:03 Call quality / mic test: quiet, simulated noisy coffee shop, wind from large gym fan
12:39 Conclusions*
*Sections
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#Soundcore #AudioEscape #LibertyAir2Pro