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UGREEN Apple Watch Charger Review

REVIEW – I have a lot of phone chargers, but I only have one charger for my wife’s Apple Watch. When I saw this item I knew I needed it to go in our travel bag!

What is it?

The UGREEN Charger for Apple Watch is a portable charger designed specifically for the Apple Watch.

What’s in the box?

  • Charger
  • Anti-Slip Band


Hardware specs

  • USB Charging
  • MFi certified

Design and features

Have you ever gone on a trip and forgot your device charger? I have, and that’s why I now have dedicated phone chargers that always stay in my travel bags. However, on a recent trip, we realized that we didn’t have one for my wife’s Apple Watch.

Not long after that, the UGREEN Charger for Apple Watch review came along and I scooped it up to put in our travel bag.

The UGREEN Charger for Apple Watch is pretty simple. It has a USB plug on one end, and the magnetic surface for the watch to charge on. The USB plug can be plugged into just about any USB port just as it is, or used with a USB extension cord (not included).

The charger also features a silicone anti-slip band that has a little shelf-like area that keeps the watch from slipping off if it’s used in a vertical position, which may come in handy in hotels that have USB ports in the lamps next to the bed.

Offering fast original charging speed, the UGREEN Charger only takes 2 hours to fully charge your watch. It’s compatible with all sizes of Apple Watch series 1 through 4.

One of the things I really like is the ability to use this charger with a power bank without extra cables. It also features a lanyard that allows you to clip or tie it to your travel bag, key chain, or purse. I also like that it has a little cover for the USB plug end to keep the plug free of dust and debris while in your pocket or travel bag.

What I like

  • Anti-Slip band for vertical use
  • Works just as it should

What I’d change

  • Nothing I can think of

Final thoughts

Whether you’re using this as a secondary charger around the house or as a travel charger, it simply works just as well as the original Apple charger. With no cords to tangle, charging your watch on the go is simply as easy as it gets. It’s definitely refreshing to get a product that does exactly what it should and does it well.

Price: $39.99
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: The sample of this product was provided by UGREEN.

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UGREEN Apple Watch Charger Review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on July 15, 2019 at 11:00 am.

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Amazon Prime Deals – Save BIG on NEATO, Roborock, and other robot vacuums

DEAL NEWS – I have 2 Neato Botvacs in my home and I highly recommend them. Amazon has a Prime Day lightning deal on the D7 model. Go check out my Neato Botvac D7 review and then go save 20% on the D7.

This is a Lightning Deal, so it will only be live for 6 hours starting at July 15, 10:15 AM PDT

Buy it now: Neato Botvac D7 for $640

The DEEBOT 500 is an entry-level robot vacuum cleaner that is compatible with Alexa and Google (lower priced models don’t usually have smart home capability)! It is on sale for $110 off the normal MSRP of $279.99, which brings the price down to $169.99.  The sale lasts from 7/15 thru 7/16 while supplies last.

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Cleer Ally TWS headphones review

REVIEW – If you enjoy using wireless headphones, then you’ll like these wireless headphones from Cleer Audio.  Besides, who doesn’t like the freedom of not being tethered to your phone or device as you listen to your favorite music, audiobook, or favorite podcast. Introducing Ally true wireless headphones. These wireless headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours which is definitely a major feature for any wireless headphones. They are small, light, and compact so you can wear them for hours. This review is for the Ally wireless headphones, or earbuds, and at the end of this review is my full video review of the Ally earbuds.

What is it?

The Ally earbuds are Bluetooth 5.0 true wireless earbuds that have cut the proverbial and literal cord that connects the Left and Right earbuds. These little earbuds feature in-ear sensors that automatically pause your music when removed from your ear and automatically plays when inserted back in.

What’s in the box?

  • Ally wireless earbuds
  • Quick start guide
  • MicroUSB charging cable
  • Silicon eartips (S,M,L)
  • Silicone Wingtips (S,M,L)
  • Charging case

Hardware specs

  • IPX5 rated water-resistant
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.6, HFP v1.7, HSP v1.2 Bluetooth supported
  • 5.8mm Neodymium Drivers
  • 6g weight per earbud, 62.5g total weight for earbuds and case

Design and features

The Ally earbuds are light wireless in-ear earbuds that lock into your ear for a secure fit as well as a comfortable one. Each earbud is designed with a TouchPad feature on its side to control the Play and Pause control on your phone or media device. The TouchPad also allows you Answer or End a phone call on your phone and with just a couple of taps on the TouchPad, you can also activate your device’s Voice Assistant.

Setup

On first use of the Ally earbuds, the earbuds should automatically go into pairing mode so you would just select Cleer Ally on your Bluetooth list. Should you need to manually pair the Ally earbuds, you would do so by selecting either Left or Right earbud, tap the TouchPad three times and on the third tap, hold your finger on the TouchPad for two seconds. Keep in mind that after 10 minutes of the earbuds not being connected to any music device the earbuds will power off. You would have to then place the earbuds into the charging case and take them out to power back on again.

Video review

What I like

  • I really like the auto-pause and auto play feature on the earbuds.
  • I also like the TouchPad feature, so there is no fumbling around for buttons to press.
  • I like the long 10 hour battery life.
  • I  like the charging case that it adds the extra 20 hours of battery life and that it keeps the earbuds protected when not in use.
  • I like that Wingtips that lock the earbuds into your ear which help prevent the earbuds from working itself loose from your ears.

What I’d change

  • I would like to have seen these earbuds have the ability to control the volume of your phone or device from the earbuds. Plus, the ability to fast forward, rewind, or skip tracks forward or backward.
  • I would like to have seen these earbuds to be maybe a little thinner or have a slimmer profile.

Final thoughts

The Cleer Ally wireless Bluetooth 5.0 earbuds have become one of my favorite earbuds to use for daily use. With it’s locking Wingtips to help prevent the earbuds from falling out, it’s 10 hour battery life, and the TouchPad feature, these earbuds would be a great choice for someone who likes to wear wireless headphones, or someone who needs to wear wireless headphones so they don’t have to mess with a dangling cord, for long hours at a time. Plus, the see-thru window charging case is a nice addition to this true wireless earbud set. Since I wear earbuds pretty much all day and every day of the week, having these Ally earbuds is a smart choice for me. With its cord free wireless design, the long and extra battery life, the TouchPad, and the auto-pause and auto-play features,  the Ally wireless earbuds from Cleer are earbuds that I would immediately recommend to anyone looking for true wireless earbuds. Plus they sound really good too.

Price: $149.00
Where to buy: Cleer and Amazon
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Cleer Audio.

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