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ENJOY TECHNOLOGY

CONVENIENCE AND EFFICIENCY

Wireless charging makes charging your devices easy and, of course, cable-free. Technologies like MagSafe and QI2 make this experience even better. MagSafe, developed by Apple, uses magnets to perfectly position your iPhone on the charger, ensuring an optimal charging experience without your phone shifting. QI2, the latest standard for wireless charging, also uses magnetic positioning for more efficient charging. This technology offers faster charging times and higher efficiency, ensuring your devices are fully charged in less time. The benefits of wireless charging are numerous: no more cables, safe charging with built-in protections, and compatibility with a wide range of devices. With MagSafe and QI2, you enjoy the convenience of wireless charging wherever you are!

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THE EVOLUTION OF BLUETOOTH

Bluetooth has evolved significantly since its launch in 1999. In 2010, Bluetooth 4.0 introduced Low Energy( LE), allowing devices to function longer with lower battery consumption, ideal for wearables. Bluetooth 5.0, launched in 2016, increased the range to 240 metres and doubled the transfer rate to 2 Mbps. The more recent versions, Bluetooth 5.2( 2020) and 5.3( 2021), improved sound quality and enabled LE Audio, which lets you stream audio to multiple devices without losing quality. The latest version, Bluetooth 5.4, was introduced in 2023 and offers improved energy efficiency and support for new applications. Bluetooth is now an indispensable technology in our daily lives.

STEADILY FASTER

Fast Charging and Power Delivery( PD) are technologies that charge devices faster by delivering higher powers. Fast Charging is ideal for smaller devices such as smart [ 1 ] phones and delivers quick boosts at lower powers. Power Delivery is more powerful and flexible, designed to charge both smaller and larger devices, such as laptops, faster. Power Delivery is the more universal standard of the two methods and works via USB-C. Check that both device, charger and cable support the same standard for the most optimal result. To transfer data, the cable must be suitable for this. USB-C cables with PD support can often also handle data transfer, but not all fast-charging cables do. So always check if the cable supports both fast charging and data transfer to be sure of all the benefits.

NFC EASY CONNECTION

NFC, or Near Field Communication, is a technology that allows devices to exchange data wirelessly over short distances, usually within a few centimetres. It is commonly used in smartphones and payment cards for mobile payments and information sharing. It is an easy, fast and secure way to connect without complicated settings.

ANC( HYBRID) AND ENC

Active Noise Cancelling( ANC), Hybrid ANC and Environmental Noise Cancellation( ENC) are technologies for noise isolation in headphones and earbuds. ANC uses microphones to pick up ambient noise and generates an opposing sound wave to neutralise it. This is especially effective in quiet environments or constant noises such as the hum of an aeroplane. Hybrid ANC combines traditional ANC with additional microphones on both the inside and outside of the earbuds. This makes it better able to block different types of ambient noise, such as conversations in a busy environment or the noise of traffic. ENC aims to reduce ambient noise during conversations so that your voice comes across clearer. It uses microphones to filter out unwanted noise and ensures that background noise does not interfere during phone calls. To transfer data, however, the cable must be suitable for this. USB-C cables with PD support can often also handle data transfer, but not all fast-charge cables do. So always check if the cable supports both fast charging and data transfer to be sure of all the benefits.