VPN - Izzbie One
Create a secure VPN wherever you are? This is the obsession of the American creators of theIzzbie Onewho are launching their box on the equity crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. This physical box, which stays in the office or at home (no need to take it with you when you go out) allows you to encrypt all communications to access your network without going through an external service provider (a VPN provider can also have its security flaws...), for maximum discretion and data security. It also makes it easy to access geographically restricted sites or social networks when you're in a country outside the zone (in China, for example) by masking your IP address. The data is encrypted using advanced AES 256 encryption to prevent any unauthorised access. pirate connection. The system also offers faster connection times, avoiding the need to go through specific servers, while access is simplified with a single log-in. Several networks can also be interconnected via Izzbie, simply by issuing invitations to different users. All you have to do is connect from your computer, tablet or smartphone via the Izzbie application to benefit from its protection. Izzbie One is compatible with Windows, Macintosh, Android and iOS and 3 devices can be connected simultaneously. The One is available to order on Kickstarter (US deliveries start in September 2018). from 99 $ with a one-year subscription to the service.
Hybrid - Panasonic Lumix GX9
A top-of-the-range hybrid camera that's compact enough to rediscover the pleasure of "real" photography: that's the definition of the latest model in the Lumix range (Panasonic), with interchangeable lenses and a top-of-the-range finish. Behind its very vintage design, this camera is a concentrate of perfectly modern, up-to-the-minute technology. Its large 20.3 megapixel sensor - with no low-pass filter for optimum sharpness - is combined with a powerful processor named Venus Engine for high performance and ideal colourimetry. It uses a electromagnetic shutter to limit vibrations during shooting (up to 90 % reduction depending on the brand), and dual 5-axis image stabilisation ensures infallible image precision, even in tricky shooting conditions. The development is extremely fast (0.07 s) and is based on 49 detection zones. The camera is capable of bursts of 9 images per second, and also offers a monochrome mode which pays particular attention to the quality of its black and white images. Enough to satisfy the most creative photographers. The face detection can also recognise subjects' eyes and automatically focus on them.
The GX9 is also capable of high performance in video with up to 60 frames/second in full HD. Photographers can choose to use the built-in viewfinder or the 3-inch LCD touchscreen, which can be tilted up or down. The GX9 is connected in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to share images quickly and easily. It is available with a range of lenses, fixed or zoom, to suit individual preferences, some of which are particularly bright, so that, combined with its excellent high-sensitivity capabilities (up to ISO 25,600 maximum sensitivity!), you can produce images that look great in low light.
Sensor : 20.3 MP Image stabilisation : 5-axis Video : 4K Connectivity : Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Weight : 450 g Price : 799 €, bare body Availability: immediate
Ultrafine - Asus Zenbook S
The new ultra portable The Asus Zenbook S has just been presented at the Computex trade fair in Taiwan, where it was awarded Best Choice of the Year and Best Choice
Golden. At just 12.9 mm thick and weighing in at a featherweight 1 kg, it's a pro laptop running Windows 10 in particular. easy to transport. However, it does not neglect strengthIts metal chassis complies with military standards MIL-STD-410G, which means very tough tests, particularly in terms of altitude, temperature and humidity. With its stylish design, it comes in two finishesIt is made from a single piece of aluminium, and this complex, specific finish takes 40 steps to complete, with diamond-cut pink edges. So much for aesthetics, while for ergonomics, a new hinge named Ergolift allows the keyboard to be tilted by 5.5°, which not only makes it more comfortable to type on, but also helps to reduce the risk of accidental tilting. cooling from the computer, while the specialist's signature sound Harman Kardon takes advantage of this configuration to offer better audio quality, with more pronounced bass and clearer sound. The cooling system is also particularly well thought out here, saving 5° in operating temperature, according to the Taiwanese brand.
On the screen, the aperture angle is particularly wide (145°) and the touch panel NanoEdge offers 4K / UHD definition. The processor The machine is powered by Intel (Core 8th generation) combined with 16 GB of RAM, a PCIe x4 SSD with up to 1 TB capacity has been installed and the battery provides a very long life. very high autonomy up to 13.5 hours. Finally, Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and three USB C ports are integrated. It is also compatible with the voice assistant Amazon Alexa.
Screen : 13.3 inches Processor : Intel Core i5/i7 RAM : 8/16 GB Storage : SSD 512 GB/1 TB Weight : 1 kg Connectivity : WiFi, 3 x USB Type-C ports Autonomy : 13,5 h
Bagage tech - Horizn Studios Model M. Design
German start-up Horizn Studios creates top-of-the-range luggage discreetly integrating a recharging for electronic devices. In the range, the recent Model M. Design combines a rigid shell in aerospace-grade polycarbonate with Italian cowhide for the watertight front pocket (which can hold a laptop up to 15 inches), and 4 silent 360° wheels supplied by a Japanese specialist. But above all, as well as being a beautiful object, this cabin case includes a discreet removable charger that can recharge a smartphone up to 6 times. This charger is, of course, accepted in the cabin, and can be used directly from the case (a flap on the top of the case gives access to the batteries). two USB charger sockets) or removed to continue charging during a long flight, for example. Very slight (3.4 kg), this suitcase is 30-year guarantee (limited warranty) and is available in 7 colours different. Its 33-litre volume can be divided by a divider and a compression tray, and includes a laundry bag. The integrated padlock is TSA-approved.
Weight : 3.4 kg Dimensions : 55 cm x 40 cm x 20 cm Volume : 33 l Price: 299 euros Availability: immediate
Keyboard - BlackBerry Key2
Those who are resistant to virtual keyboards on smartphones can rejoice: version 2.0 of the BlackBerry revival has just been released. A beautiful secure smartphone and incorporating its famous hardware keyboardbrought back to life by Chinese manufacturer TCLthe owner of the licence. An original and very professional offer with its fully encrypted and secure system by the DTEK application, which constantly checks for security breaches and analyses authorised access to each application. It is also integrated into the Android Enterprise Recommended program which provides regular updates.
The object itself benefits from a top-of-the-range presentation with its aluminium frame and textured back. With a large physical keyboard, the screen area is necessarily small (4.5 inches) and the mid-range Qualcomm 660 processor is not the fastest available. But that doesn't matter: a product like this isn't designed for high performance gaming or video. The keyboard has been redesigned for more efficient typing, and includes a new quick-access key named Speed Keywhich offers a choice of 52 customisable shortcutsFor example, to access a favourite contact or to directly open a useful application. Predictive typing and the integrated trackpad also help to make BlackBerry more efficient. Another productivity criterion: the large battery offers up to 2 days autonomyIt is fast-charging and theartificial intelligence The system learns the owner's usage habits and suggests the best times to recharge. Finally, the dual rear camera includes the functions of Google Lensto obtain information about a monument, for example.
Screen : 4.5 inches Processor : Qualcomm 660 RAM : 6 GB Storage : 64 GB Photo sensors : 12 + 12 MP rear/8 MP front Connectivity : WiFi, BT 5.0, GPS, 4G Battery : 3,500 mAh OS : Android 8.1 Price : 649 euros Availability: immediate
Fast charging - OnePlus 6
Le OnePlus 6 smartphone is one of the most powerful available today, with its Snapdragon 845 processor (8 cores and up to 2.8 GHz), 6 to 8 GB of RAM and very light interface, complementing the latest-generation Android operating system (8.1 Oreo) with some of the most advanced technologies on the market. clever functions (OxygenOS). The Chinese manufacturer, popular with technology enthusiasts and trendy geeks alike, has developed the "Dash Chargea technique for fast charge This is particularly reassuring for heavy smartphone users. Visually, the design of the OnePlus 6 is very classic, just giving in to the fashion of the notch at the top of the screen, like Apple's star, the iPhone X. It's a large AMOLED screen (6.28 inches) with solid Gorilla Glass 5 protection, and it's particularly bright. The front camera allows facial recognition to unlock the smartphone, which is particularly effective and fast, but not as secure as the 3D system developed by Apple. A classic fingerprint sensor is also present, but it is located on the back of the smartphone, which some find less practical. In terms of photography, the dual 16 and 20 MP rear sensors ensure easy images with an appreciable wide-angle focal length. One practical aspect typical of the brand is the three-position physical button that switches between ringing mode, vibrate mode and total silence. Handy for making sure you're not disturbed during meetings. Four colours are available for this beautifully finished smartphone: black, gloss black, red or white.
Screen : 6.28 inches Processor : Qualcomm Snapdragon 645 RAM : 6 to 8 GB Storage : 64 to 256 GB Photo sensors : 16 + 20 MP rear/16 MP front Connectivity : WiFi, BT 5.0, GPS, 4G Battery : 3,300 mAh OS : Android 8.1 Price : from 519 euros Availability: immediate
Traceability - Sigfox/Louis Vuitton luggage tracker
The French provider of connected object (IoT) services Sigfox has teamed up with luxury brand Louis Vuitton to integrate a tracker exclusively for its Horizon luggage range in different sizes, models 50, 55 and 70. It is called Louis Vuitton Echo and is manufactured by Axible. This small USB-rechargeable object is capable of tracking a piece of luggage in the airports compatible with the Monarch tracking service informing its owner of the progress of its delivery from the aircraft to the baggage conveyor. It can also detect when baggage has been opened. A dedicated smartphone application called LV Pass (on Apple iOS or Android) that the lucky owner of the luxury baggage will be able to find out how far it has progressed. In France, the airports concerned are Ajaccio, Bastia and Figari, BordeauxCannes, La Mole, Lyon, MarseilleNice, Paris Charles de Gaule and Orly, Toulon, Toulouse, Annemasse, Lille and Deauville, StrasbourgNoumea and Papeete. There are also over a hundred in Europe and around the world, a list of which can be consulted online.
The Monarch system technology allows these connected devices to operate seamlessly in any part of the world by automatically recognising and adapting to local radio frequency standards. The precision obtained would be of the order of one twenty metres. Extremely compact and easy to use, the sensor consumes very little power, so it can run for up to 6 months. It can be recharged using a standard micro-USB cable. In terms of price, Louis Vuitton's invaluable tracker is available for high priceThe same amount that some people spend on a single piece of luggage.
Autonomy : 6 months Estimated price : approx. 250 euros
Reading - Kobo Clara HD
Ideal for taking along with you when you're on the move, a reading light needs to be easy on the eyes and have great autonomy if it's to be functional at all times. That's what the latest from the specialist Kobo with its Clara HDwith a Carta E-Ink touch screen 6-inch high resolution (300 pixels per inch, paper quality) with blue light filter and several weeks' battery life. Its 8 GB memory allows it to carry up to 6,000 e-books (40 types of file are supported by the e-reader), enough to carry a lifetime's worth of reading! Its reading functions can be easily customised with the TypeGenius system offering 11 fonts and over 40 font styles. Its ComfortLight PRO allows the light on the screen to be gradually softened according to the ambient brightness. This means that the screen remains as soft to the eye as real paper. With thefree Kobo appIt is also possible to continue reading on another device (smartphone, tablet, etc.), automatically resuming at the same point. Practical. Easy to take with you, the Kobo Clara HD weighs just 166 grams.
Screen : 6 inches Dimensions : 159.6 x 110 x 8.35 mm Memory : 8 GB (6,000 e-books) Connectivity : Wi-Fi Weight : 166 g Price : 129,99 € Availability: immediate
Personal assistant - Apple HomePod
This time, all the major speakers with personal voice assistants have arrived in France: after the launches of Google Home, Amazon AlexaNow it's the turn of the eagerly awaited Apple HomePod. Apple's smart speaker, both compact (18 cm in height), with a generous amount of attention paid to its sound qualityThe advantage is that you don't have to ask as many questions about how your data is processed (everything is encrypted). encrypted and anonymised), which is not insignificant for an object that is always listening. This loudspeaker offers original construction with a long-throw bass driver (20 mm diaphragm) to ensure generous bass (an internal microphone takes care of the sound balance) and no fewer than 7 horn tweeters, each with its own dedicated amplifier. All of this is controlled by a powerful Apple A8 chip that enables the speaker to automatically calibrate its sound according to its environment and its position in a room. A second HomePodwhich will be paired automatically, will offer sound in stereo.
A personal assistant must also have excellent listening skillsApple has equipped its HomePod with 6 long-range microphones to better understand the questions asked to the famous assistant. SiriEven when music is playing, the processor takes care of the device's intelligent perception. A wide range of requests can be processed in this way, from the weather to sending text messages, or controlling HomeKit connected lights via the Home application... contents The content that can be streamed is of course taken from the Apple universe, with Apple Music, iTunes, iCloud, Beats 1 Radio, podcasts and, of course, any content streamed via an Apple-branded device (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Apple TV or Mac, via AirPlay). An instinctive touch surface can also be used for a variety of controls, and HomePod is available in two different colours, sidereal grey or white.
Weight : 2.5 kg Speakers : 7 treble modules and 1 subwoofer Connectivity : Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 Price : 349 euros Availability: immediate
Apple Charge - Belkin Valet Charger
Le Belkin Valet Charger is a iPhone external battery (all models from iPhone 5 upwards, MFi certified: made for iPhone), which also includes a induction charging zone for Apple Watch. So you can kill two birds with one stone and recharge your favourite Apple products together when you're on the move. All with a refined design with an aluminium body, visually compatible with Apple products. When it was first presented at the CES a prize in recognition of its innovation, as well as an IF Design Award for its elegant design. It features a sturdy 6,700 mAh lithium-ion battery that simultaneously charges an iPhone via the Lighting cable (1 A of power) and an Apple Watch via an induction charger (also 1 A of power). The charger dedicated to the Apple Watch automatically detects the watch and adapts its charge accordingly. Charging is simply triggered by a dedicated button, while LED indicators display the battery's remaining capacity. The total power allows you to charge an Apple Watch 8 times or an iPhone 3 times, before having to recharge the battery itself (micro-USB cable supplied). Finally temperature sensors This quality battery is ideal for fans of Apple devices. The only drawback is that it is a little bulky (121 mm long), but this is justified by its considerable capacity.
Capacity : 6,700 mAh Price : approx. 99 euros Availability: immediate
Screening - Nebula Capsule
Take your beamer or home cinema with you wherever you go, for professional or leisure use: that's what the tiny Nebula Capsule projectorIt's about the size of a drinks can, and its design has already won several awards. Small, but with a solid technical specification, it is capable of projecting images with a diagonal of up to 100 inches, and incorporates a 360° speaker connected via Bluetooth 4.0 for fully autonomous operation. The projected image can be up to 3 m diagonal with no loss of definition, and is automatically compensated for the projection angle to ensure it remains symmetrical. A wide range of sources can be connected to the Nebula Capsule, including a USB stick, a games console, a DVD or Blue Ray player or a streaming box such as an Apple TV, all via the HDMI input. It can also be connected by mirroring (using DLNA, Miracast, Apple Airplay and other standards) from a tablet, computer or smartphone. It also integrates Android 7.1 applications, connected via Wi-Fi to the network, such as Netflix, TED and YouTube, as well as access to the Google Playstore. On battery power (with a capacity of 5,200 mAh and a fast charge), the projector can provide 4 hours of video or 30 hours of non-stop music via its built-in speaker. An app (Capsule Control App) is also available, which turns an Android or iOS smartphone into a remote control for the Nebula picoprojector. This beamer appeared on the crowdfunding site Indiegogo, where it broke funding records in its category, and is built by Anker Innovationsa specialist in technological products.
Capacity : 5,200 mAh Brightness : ANSI 100 lumens Weight : 472 g Price : 549 euros Availability: immediate
Augmented reality - Nuheara IQ Buds
The Nuheara IQ Buds intelligent wireless Bluetooth earphones can be used either to isolate yourself from the world around you or, on the contrary, to amplify a conversation so that you can better understand it in a noisy environment. What's more, they feature a technology called Super Intelligent Noise Control ("super intelligent sound control"), designed for working in noisy environments such as an open space or an airport business lounge, offering a choice of different settings. For example, it is possible to mix music with the surrounding noise, so that you are not completely cut off from the world and your colleagues, and can hear a question being asked, for example. Visit IQ Buds can also distinguish between ambient noise and voices, giving greater priority to the latter.algorithm developed by the brand's engineers, which is what makes it so special. The sensitive buttons on the headphones can be dedicated to a specific function chosen by the user, and they can also be used to trigger the Siri or Google Now voice assistants.
The dedicated application lets you choose the mix between ambient noise and voice, so you can listen to music in good conditions without being completely cut off from the world, as is the case with conventional active noise reduction headphones. The app also lets you adjust the tone, giving priority to bass or treble. What's more, the IQ Buds from Australian manufacturer Nuheara have a excellent 5-hour battery life with a single charge, among the best on the market in this respect, which is often a major shortcoming of this type of wireless Bluetooth earphones. Count on a total of 20 hours recharging time using the battery built into the earphones' small storage case, which takes an hour for each full charge.
Price : 309 euros Availability: immediate
