All-new Mokka is electrified and sports future Opel brand identity

Opel has revealed the first official images of the completely new Opel Mokka, due in Ireland in early 2021. The new Mokka will be available from launch with an all-electric powertrain, alongside internal combustion engine variants. Stylish, fun, compact and … Read More

BMW announces support for Digital Key for iPhone

At yesterday’s Apple Worldwide Developer Conference (David covered the full announcement here) it was announced that BMW will become the first carmaker to enable its customers to use iPhone as a fully digital car key. BMW was the first to … Read More

REVIEW: Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 – Leader of the Pack

9

Excellent

If you’ve been keeping track of our site over the last number of years, you’ll have seen that ​I’ve reviewed a lot of earbuds in my time. Having tested the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 for the last few weeks, … Read More

What’s new in iOS 14, iPad OS 14, MacOS Big Sur & more | WWDC 2020

Today heralded Apple’s latest WWDC – it’s developer conference where we get a sneak peek into features we’ll see in software later this year. It’s a busy one so let’s get started.

iOS 14

Homescreen, App Library and Widgets. … Read More

REVIEW: NIU MQi+ Sport 100% Electric Moped

The newest model in the NIU M-Series, the NIU MQi+ Sport combines modern style with smart design, and now has space for two. The FOC vector controller and BOSCH motor gives you instant acceleration. Front and rear disc brakes provide … Read More

Volkswagen ID.3 1st ordering opens for Irish Pre-Bookers

Volkswagen has launched pricing for the hotly anticipated ID.3 1st Edition models, which herald the beginning of the Volkswagen ID. Lineage, and opened orders for Irish Pre-Bookers.

Irish customers are planned to start taking delivery of the car from September … Read More

Amazon Echo Auto launches in Ireland today – Get Alexa in your car

Amazon has just announced that their Echo Auto device is coming to Ireland and the UK today. Echo Auto is the first Echo device designed for use on the road, allowing you to access Amazon’s own voice assistant … Read More

A milestone for MAXUS: Meet the all-new fully electric e DELIVER 3

The future of greener motoring is now, and MAXUS is leading the charge.  2020 continues to be an historic year for MAXUS, having rebranded from its original LDV moniker in April and gearing up for the launch of two, brand-new … Read More

REVIEW: Huawei Watch GT2e – ‘Fitness First’ Smartwatch

8.1

Great

Taking advantage of the launch of their Huawei P40 range of handsets, Huawei also launched the Huawei Watch GT2e, the new version of their Watch GT2 smartwatch which launched last year, with an even greater focus on fitness. It is, … Read More

REVIEW: The Last of Us Part II – A Beautifully Bleak Sequel

9.3

Excellent

Almost 7 years ago to the day, Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us launched on the PlayStation 3. Critics and players alike adored the mature story-telling, meticulous attention to detail and overall feel of this post-apocalyptic zombie-infested epic survival title. … Read More

WATCH: All 27 PlayStation 5 ‘The Future of Gaming’ Trailers Right Here

The battle for next gen console supremacy is truly under way with Sony having finally shown over an hour of titles coming to PlayStation 5 in 2020 and beyond along with our first look at the console itself. From the … Read More

Opel Ireland Teams up with Energia to Offer Customers Smooth Transition to Electric Vehicles

Opel Ireland has announced a collaboration with Energia, Ireland’s leading independent energy provider, in a bid to simplify the transition to electric vehicles for Irish consumers. The partnership offers all eligible Opel customers a comprehensive Energia bundle when they purchase … Read More

REVIEW: EasyGo EV Charging Network Ireland

As the number of Electric Vehicles on Irish roads continues to rise, the insatiable demand for charge points continues unabated. A bit like marshmallows in your Lucky Charms, you can never have enough. ESB have been installing charge points around … Read More

REVIEW: Huawei FreeBuds 3i – Impressive €99 Noise Cancelling Earbuds

7.3

Very Good

Following on from last year’s Huawei FreeBuds 3, which were revealed at IFA and where Huawei’s first true wireless earphones powered by the Kirin A1 chip, we’re finally getting some hands on time with the new Huawei FreeBuds 3i. Coming … Read More

48 relaunches with new membership plans – starting at €9.99

Remember 48 Months? Well they’re back with a new shorter name, just 48 now, and new data plans for customers.The new plans come in at two price points, €9.99 and €14.99 with the former giving you access to 20GB of … Read More

REVIEW: Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath – A Painfully Good Package

8

Great

When the final scene played out on of Mortal Kombat 11, ‘s story, I couldn’t help but feel a little despirited. While the storytelling of Netherrealm Studios is some of the best in fighting games, the ending felt rather vague. … Read More

Samsung Galaxy Book S, Galaxy Book Ion & Galaxy Book Flex Coming to Ireland

Samsung Ireland has just announced that a trio of its new Galaxy Book ultra-portable devices are coming to Ireland. Starting in June, (exact date is TBC) the new Galaxy Book S, Galaxy Book Ion and Galaxy Book Ion will be … Read More

Red Bull reveals first Global CS:GO Competition – Now Open For Entry

Red Bull and FACEIT have just announced Red Bull Flick, the online 2v2 Counter-Strike: Global Offensive tournament with a twist. The Pro-Am event, now open for entry through RedBull.com/Flick, features multiple championships and qualifier types including National and … Read More

REVIEW: Google Nest Wifi – User Friendly & Reliable Mesh Network

8.7

Great

For better or for worse, we’re all aware of how our WiFi performs in our home environment. We’re also very aware of those dreaded ‘black spots’ in our homes where WiFi just can’t penetrate. Now, hardware manufacturers are aware of … Read More

REVIEW: Amazon Echo Buds – Alexa on the go

6.8

Good

There’s been a lot of new ear buds / phones on the market lately and Amazon are getting in on that trend with the release of the Echo Buds. What separates the Amazon Echo buds apart from the back are … Read More

Ohme are coming to Ireland, might we get PAID to charge our Electric Cars?

Conversation surrounding charging an electrical car is typically about how long it takes. However, there are other aspects to think of. How much will it cost? How green will the energy be? In this Electric Vehicles motoring news update, I … Read More

Mazda MX-30 Irish prices announced for First Edition electric vehicle

In a year that sees Mazda celebrate its centenary, Mazda Ireland is also looking to the future with the announcement of pricing for the Mazda MX-30 First Edition – the debut model in the MX-30 range. Limited to early customer … Read More

REVIEW: Nokia 2.3 – Entry level handset with outstanding battery

6.8

Good

​​Right before 2019 came to a close, HMD Global introduced a new entry-level Android One phone with the Nokia 2.3. As a successor—or more like a “plus” version—of the Nokia 2.2, the Nokia 2.3 gets a bigger display, beefier (but … Read More

New PEUGEOT e-Expert

Driven by its commercial success, with more than 195,000 vehicles produced since its launch in 2016, the PEUGEOT Expert offers a new range in the compact van segment with a 100% electric power train.

A perfect example of the power … Read More

Huawei launch their NEXT-IMAGE 2020 Smartphone Photography & Video Competition

Huawei has just launched their international smartphone photography and video competition for 2020 called NEXT-IMAGE 2020. Open to Huawei owners, the competition will offer amateur smartphone photographers and visual storytellers who share their images, over 70 chances to … Read More