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RandoTechInfo
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Random tech musings and information with a focus on smartwatches, smartphones, earbuds, and portable solar tech. (My real name is Paul Schwent, but you can call me Rando if you like.)
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Do Solar Powered Smatwatches Really Work?
More and more products are taking advantage of the sun's rays to extend their power and for the last few years one of those products has been smartwatches.
But how well a product is able to make use of solar power is usually directly correlated to the size of its solar panels and in case you didn't know, the panel on a smartwatch is quite small.
So can a solar powered smartwatch actually harness enough solar energy goodness to be useful?
Watch and learn friends.
The watch featured in this video is the Garmin Instict 2 Solar. We have included an Amazon affiliate link below if you want to pick one up and help the channel at the same time.
amzn.to/3L2xzyu
Check us out on the social media:
Instagram/Threads: randotechinfo
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Video clips are from the following series and movies:
Jumanji
Castle
Hotels.com (commercial)
Music soundtrack: (We don't use AI generated music in our videos. We use real music performed by real artists.)
"Final Run" by Lupus Nocte, via Epidemic Sound
All origial content for this video was shot on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max.
-Amazon affiliate link for the Galaxy S24 Ultra:
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-Amazon affiliate link for the iPhone 15 Pro Max:
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#solar
#solarcharging
#solarenergy
#solarpower
#smartwatch
#solarsmartwatch
#garmin
#garmininstinct
#garmininstinct2solar
But how well a product is able to make use of solar power is usually directly correlated to the size of its solar panels and in case you didn't know, the panel on a smartwatch is quite small.
So can a solar powered smartwatch actually harness enough solar energy goodness to be useful?
Watch and learn friends.
The watch featured in this video is the Garmin Instict 2 Solar. We have included an Amazon affiliate link below if you want to pick one up and help the channel at the same time.
amzn.to/3L2xzyu
Check us out on the social media:
Instagram/Threads: randotechinfo
TikTok: @randotechinfo
Video clips are from the following series and movies:
Jumanji
Castle
Hotels.com (commercial)
Music soundtrack: (We don't use AI generated music in our videos. We use real music performed by real artists.)
"Final Run" by Lupus Nocte, via Epidemic Sound
All origial content for this video was shot on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max.
-Amazon affiliate link for the Galaxy S24 Ultra:
amzn.to/49zI9qY
-Amazon affiliate link for the iPhone 15 Pro Max:
amzn.to/3GdlUdv
#solar
#solarcharging
#solarenergy
#solarpower
#smartwatch
#solarsmartwatch
#garmin
#garmininstinct
#garmininstinct2solar
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Nothing / CMF Full Earbud Product Line Review | Ear (2024), Ear (a), CMF Buds Pro, CMF Buds
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Nothing and Nothing's CMF sub-brand have been busy over the past few months, offering up multiple bluetooth earbuds across a variety of price points ranging from $35 to $150. So we set out to figure out how much YOU need to fork out to get the sound and features YOU want. You're welcome. We have also included some timestaps so you can skip to the bits you want to know about. Also, you're welcom...
Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 Full Review
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Samsung's latest offering in its Fit series dropped without a lot of fanfare. Is this because Sammy knows it has some issues or is this product simply underhyped and underrated? Time to watch and learn. Amazon affiliate link if you want to pick up the Fit 3 and help the channel at the same time: amzn.to/4dlzsTI Link to The Qualified Scientist review of the Fit 3: ua-cam.com/video/CsnvO4GehOc/v-...
OnePlus Watch 2 Full Review | A Spiritual Successor to the Fossil Gen 6?
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OnePlus's attempt to re-enter the wearable market has been met with a lot praise and positive feedback from most of the tech community. But is it really as good as people say, and can it fill the WearOS void left behind by Fossil? Answers are available within. Amazon affiliate link if you want to pick up the OnePlus Watch 2 and help the channel at the same time: amzn.to/3w1zorH Honestly though,...
Luvknit 10W / 10,000mAh Solar Power Bank Review | A complete solar charging solution?
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Solar charging solutions keep getting better and the latest evolution is bigger panels attached to bigger banks and we know bigger is better (at least when it comes to solar panels) right? Watch and see for yourself. Amazon affiliate link if you want to pick up the Luvknit power bank and help the channel at the same time: amzn.to/3PYRUrc Check us out on the social media: Instagram/Threads: rand...
CMF Buds Full Review
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Nothing and CMF are back with some new buds. Are these new buds an even better value propostition than their predecessor or should you just go pro? We have answers. You should watch them. Link to CMF Buds Pro review: ua-cam.com/video/FNWrPQF8SFo/v-deo.html Amazon affiliate link if you want to pick up the CMF Buds and help the channel at the same time: amzn.to/49HcAeB Oh and here is an affiliate...
Energy Cube v.2 Power Bank Review | 70000mAh Power With 100W Speeds
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Are you looking for a video that tells you everything you need to know about second iteration of the Movespeed Engery Cube? If so, look no further, if not, why are you reading this? (Just kidding. Feel free to watch anyway. It helps us out!) Amazon affiliate product link: amzn.to/3TWfxTD Get 10% off the current price using the following code: 34QNNO5E Code valid unti May 31, 2024 Check us out o...
Glydcharge Lithium Iron Phosphate (Cobalt Free) Power Bank Review
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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs S23 Ultra Zoom Battle
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Best Wear OS Smartwatches in 2024 | Galaxy Watch 6 Classic vs TicWatch Pro 5 vs Pixel Watch 2
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CMF by Nothing Watch Pro In-Depth Review | "Watch" Before You Buy
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Best (thin) Case for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 | Latercase vs Pitaka
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Top 5 Cases for the Nothing Phone 2
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TicWatch Pro 5 vs Fossil Gen 6 | A Complicated Decision
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Will the Xiaomi 13 Pro work in the US? (5G and 4G included)
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Will the REDMAGIC 8 Pro work in the US? (5G and 4G networks included)
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Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition | Worth an upgrade?
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Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition | Worth an upgrade?
I have a iPhone though
I don’t think there is an iPhone version, sadly.
How does is counts the steps PLSSSS ANSWERRR❤❤❤❤
I'm not sure I understand your question. Did you watch the video?
Hey Paul, What Phone do you Use to record your videos? I'm assuming it's a phone looking at the footage? Cheers.
It's in the video description but for quick reference I use an S24 Ultra and an iPhone 15 Pro Max. I use some other accessories as well. Are you in the market for a video camera? If so, and you let me know your use case, I can tell you which one I think would be better and what accessories might be worth picking up. Always happy to help a fellow creator . Cheers back at you.
Very to the point! Never noticed the base buds have dual connection feature while the pros doesn't!
Yeah, and that's apparently a big sticking point for a lot of people. Glad you found the video useful!
I really want a instinct 2x solar, the gps looks sick.
I'm not really a runner or hiker so I'm sure I didn't fully appreciate it but it did seem pretty dang accurate.
Nice new set piece
Thanks. I like it a lot.
Can anyone tell me whether the OnePlus Nord CE 4 (India) has full network coverage in the USA? If yes, which service providers? AT&T or T-Mobile? Tello?
Genuine and perfect review. Great effort
Thank you! Appreciate that!
Is it safe to plug a 40W solar panel into a power bank as demonstrated in this video without the need for a solar meter/controller?
I certainly hope so since that is what they are designed to do. What is your specific concern? Overcharging?
I have a moto edge 50 pro but my airpods pro 2 sound very low Any fix ?
Is it always low or just with certain apps?
@@RandoTechInfo I checked UA-cam and UA-cam music both are low
@@Rimuru_0808 man it could be a lot of things. I don't have any modern Moto's so it's really hard to say. How do other earbuds sound?
@@RandoTechInfo I have a realme t300 and it sounds fantastic .. Even half volume is so loud and fantastic bass and those cost like 10 times less than the airpods pro 2
@@Rimuru_0808 The AirPods certainly aren't the loudest earbuds around but they can definitely get up to a decent level. I'm sorry but I'm not sure what can be causing that issue. I wish I could be more help.
Its orange
Yep.
hello, it is I. Your long lost brother Schaul Pwent. I am here from the future to tell you two things. 1. Reviewing pcs will be very profitable for you in the long term. You should start while you still can. 2. Do not accept the crack from the man in the alley. It has the fentanyl.
I have a long lost brother and he has a time machine! That's dope! I have some questions. 1. How far into the future are you from? 2. Should I sell my crypto? 3. Am I going to start losing my hair? 4. When did I start smoking crack? I can't start reviewing PCs right now because I don't have the funds. If you let me know who wins the world series that could go a long way into taking care of that issue. Thanks!
1. 20 years. 2. Yes, a cat will manage to piss on every single computer connected to the blockchain and it'll all be destroyed in 2036. 3. Yes, but you won't even notice. Since meta will offer you new hair in the metaverse. Now only $7,800 a month. 4. A few years from now, found it was a great tool for making videos faster. P.S. Nobody wins the world championship, every team agreed to stop playing baseball and instead have a nice picnic in the middle of the field.
@@SchaulPwent Some of this seems sus.
Quite a poor review, there is no section with actual performance numbers.
That information can be found starting here. 2:45 In the future, please watch the entire video before leaving a negative comment. It can actually really impact a video's performance, especially for smaller creators. Cheers!
Good thanks but you talk too fast 😖
Really? No one has ever told me that before. Is there a particular place in the video where you felt this was a more serious problem or was it just the whole thing? I'm genuinely curious and just trying to improve my content. Thanks.
@@RandoTechInfo just generally in the video, I am used to slower speakers but follow your instinct and do whatever you feel. Thanks.
@@whistleblower66 You can slow down (or speed up) the video in Settings (the sprocket looking icon).
@@dobiebloke9311 thanks
Great review, thank you! Will be purchasing today
Thanks! I hope you enjoy them!
Do you know if it would work with Spectrum service
high quality video
Thanks!
I don‘t like missing out the elephant in the room concerning the CMF Buds: The Nothing X App only provides very basic equaliser options for the CMF Buds, which limits the adaptability of their sound output remarkably. Imho an arbitrary decision of CMF, to destinct the Buds from the buds pro. They should provide / unlock the multi-adjustible equalizer for the CMF Buds as well. Minor observation, your prompter appears to be set too high -you look visibly not at the camera but over it. Cheers.
I'm not sure I understand what you mean about the equalizer. The CMF Buds and the CMF Pros both use the same equalizer. Thanks for watching!
Very nice!🎉
Thanks for the visit!
I have an S22 Galaxy - I just got the Airpods Pro 2 from a family member to use on my new job, BUT everytime I hold down for the noise cancelling/transparency feature, Bixby pops up. Do you have this issue? How do you bypass it?
Bixby is not compatible with the AirPods so my guess is what you have are actually a pair of fake AirPods. Where did you get them?
Actually i have an macbook and a nothing phone, so will i be having all those featured accessible on macbook? Will there be an equaliser and everything else just like an iphone or an ipad?
I don't have a MacBook so sadly I cannot really answer your question. I do have a question of my own though. What equalizer are you referring to?
Listening on my Cmf Buds Pros. Sounds great! Thank you for the review, Nice!
Glad you like them and thanks for watching!
How has it held up? What is the housing made out of?
It is holding up well. Just some minor scuffs in the finish here and there. The housing is made out of plastic thank god or it would be even heavier.
Can i add my bank cards on it?
It does not have NFC so you cannot use it to pay for things.
Thanks a lot dude.
You're welcome!
An Android might say that an Apple is a seedy fruit, or maybe Welcome to the 2010's. But I wouldn't. Cheers from New Orleans
Cheers from St. Louis and thanks for watching!
Power bank. Kept me safe through a hurricane
Wow. Glad to hear it!
Do you know if the spacial audio still DOESNT work? Reason being from my google pixel 8 pro i have been able to activate it on ANY headset so far.
I haven't tested it in a while.( I personally don't see the appeal of it.) I can't imagine Apple would make it compatible with non Apple devices. That would be very un-Apple.
Ah beautiful. Just what i needed thanks! Ive just bought the google pixel buds pro and im not impressed with the sound or fit, i used to have the airpods pro 1 so was looking at these i just wanted to make sure they work properly with google pixel pro 😎😍
Glad you found it useful.
Can we use it in a swimming pool?
Yep.
How do i get the most noice canceling on these?
I'm not sure I understand the question. What do you mean?
CMF - Cheap MotherF*****
Thanks for this very useful review. Do the AirPods Pro 2 dual-pair (to an Android phone & a Windows computer)?
No. They do not have true multipoint pairing.
Damn it goes as slow as 2001 space odessey
Then you get it!
Thanks for the video! I am really curious about spigen's case tho..
What about it?
👏🫵😂
I live in the desert (nevada). This thing charges faster than i expected.
Glad to hear it !
😅😅😅
It only took 17 years 😂
Yep!
😂😂😂😂😂
OH MY GOD I CANT BELIEVE IT
I KNOW RIGHT?!
wow how did you get ios 18?
Developer beta.
Can i read my WhatsApp messages?
I don't use WhatsApp but you certainly should be able to. It should just come through like any other notification.
Interesting I'm getting over 1.5gbps of speeds on Sub-6 5G in Sri Lanka.
Dang. No worries there. Thanks for sharing!
I'm glad I bought my Nothing watch Pro. For me.....Nothing has unashamedly embraced design as a social art form, to be available and affordable to everyone. "Authentic design should be experienced by everybody, any time they wish" Nothing seeks to embed its Identity in a market already swarming with sharks. Nothing seems to be a company that wants to embrace the simplicity of humanity through its core designs and target consumers. Nothing - We are cool. Nothing's use of tones and colours. Blacks, Whites, Greys and Orange, these tones cry out for a return to simplistic, practical but creative communities, retro/ultra-reductionist fonts further convey the design plan. I'm not missing any of the bangs and whistles from other more expensive smartwatches because I like not having my phone constantly in my hand, not feeling the need to check it every few minutes. I like the idea of just glancing at my wrist to feel that sense of security, to know I'm still connected should someone need or want to call/txt me. Nothing phone, watch and buds - that's marketing for ya! I expect big things from this company in the next 5 -10 years, if they get their long-term plan right, they will outdo Apple purely on "coolness".
Have yet to understand what `im doing wrong. Live concert and the band are moving about really fast. Everything comes out blurred and unusable . I have tried just about every function and yet i still can`t work it out.
You are describing the worst case scenario. Stage lighting with fast moving subjects. I'm also guessing you're not real close. Obviously I'm not there, but my thought is a lot of phones might struggle in that situation.
This is how you do a review people
Thanks!
Mines die out at 25
Can we turn off hr monitoring on this ?
Yes. Yes you can.
What was the head banging test song lol. Those look pretty awesome. I don’t spend that much rn but maybe someday. I have kids that steal mine so it’s got to be cheap ones. 🙃
Dragonforce is my go to headbanging band. If you are looking for something cheaper, I recommend the CMF buds or the CMF pros. They are both around half the price and are still really good.