Gadget
Netatmo JUNE, bracelet that measures
sun exposure $99 (approx £60)
If you are planning to escape the wet weather and head for the sun
then you may want to consider JUNE, the first bracelet that measures
sun exposure and advises you how to protect your skin from the
effects of the sun.
JUNE combines with an App to track UV intensity in real-time and the
total sun exposure absorbed by the user’s skin throughout the day.
Depending on the user’s skin type, the App calculates the suggested
maximum daily exposure. The wearer can monitor their sun dose
measured in percentage throughout the day. To avoid sun damage,
the App can notify the user when to protect their skin. The App also
features a summary of time spent in the sun, allowing the user to see
when the UV rays impact on the skin was most intense during the day.
The bracelet observes the habits of the user and the companion
App determines the recommended sun protection for their skin type
whether it be applying SPF, putting on a hat, wearing sun glasses or
seeking out shade.
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Geneva WorldRadio DAB+ – £270
The WorldRadio is a contemporary take on the
classic world receiver; a radio that offers access to
the complete offering of today’s stations.
Geneva WorldRadio features a powerful audio
system, digital colour display with touch controls,
digital FM tuner, Bluetooth receiver for streamed
music, and alarm clock, all contained within an
elegant, streamlined chassis with aluminium handle
and tuning controls. This high-performance amplifier
and full-range loudspeaker play mid and high
frequencies with absolute accuracy, and produce
warm, rich bass below 80Hz.
Getting lots of sales calls at home? Double glazing, PPI and
accident claims companies bothering you during dinner? Then
sign up for the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). TPS is a
free service for the official central ‘opt out’ register on which you
can record your preference not to receive unsolicited sales or
marketing calls. It is a legal requirement that all organisations
(including charities, voluntary organisations and political
parties) do not make such calls to numbers registered on the
TPS unless they have your consent to do so.
Organisations that you have an ongoing relationship, for
example those who regard you as a customer, (or in the case
of charities - a donor) should get your consent during the early
stages of your relationship with them and will therefore be
entitled to call you even if your number is registered on TPS,
unless you have previously told them specifically that you
object to them calling you for marketing purposes.
WorldRadio can receive both FM and digital radio
stations, and can wirelessly stream your favourite
Internet radio stations from any Bluetooth-enabled
smartphone, tablet or laptop. Other audio sources
can be connected via the 3.5 mm line input. The
rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery provides 6
hours of music playback when not running off the
mains; perfect for sitting in the garden.
Available in silver, black or red. Visit genevalab.com
for your nearest stockist.
On the whole the TPS is very effective. Any reputable company
that values its customers and its brand image takes the TPS
very seriously.
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