Reliefband Sport Review

We live in an exciting time, with a lot of technology to help us with our lives. Some of it is even medical based. Migraines and anxiety can be a real problem for some, to a point where they can become nauseous. Thankfully now there are products that can help with that. Up for review today is the Reliefband Sport.

 

Features and specs:

Fast Acting Relief

100% Drug-Free

 Clinically Proven

Works Within Minutes

FDA-Cleared

Zero Side Effects

The Reliefband Sport came in a nice-looking color printed box, with photos and specs of the product. Opening the box revealed a well-protected product, held in place by custom molded foam. Materials used in the construction was mostly plastic, with some cloth and metal. Quality of materials used, as well as the fit and finish, was very good. Also included was the charging cable, owner’s manual, and tube of jell.

 

I liked the simple design of the Reliefband Sport. It looks like a watch, but it is just a band that you wear on your wrist. It is designed to treat nausea and vomiting that is caused by migraines, anxiety, hangovers, car, sea, or air sickness, even pregnancy and chemotherapy. The design is simple in that it just has a couple electrodes on the back of the band. These electrodes provide stimulation to the nerve, and you adjust the level of stimulation as needed. It’s the stimulation that treats the nausea and vomiting. And even if the effect is not severe enough to trigger vomiting or nausea, it is supposed to help. My daughter suffers from anxiety really bad, so I’m excited to see how it will help her.  Here is what she had to say about it:

 

“I didn’t get the relief band working the first time. I did feel a weird sensation but I only ended up getting a headache and it wouldn’t stay on. Once I got it done right was when I really felt it. It was a good thing, since I’m pretty sure I forgot to take my anxiety pill this morning. My reaction to the wrong way was it would actually be giving me headaches. They would slowly go away after taking the band off, though. Yet even wearing it the wrong way actually still helped with the anxiety. Now, what I did wrong was that I missed a step and messed up on the other. Once I did it correctly, I could tell it was working. There was a tingling feeling from my palm and middle finger. It had distracted me while I was working. So I would recommend not wearing it on your dominant hand. It’s a little too early to tell if it really does help with migraines. However, I did have some pressure around my head. My brain knew it was being rewritten. I did wear it while I was shopping because I tend to be a bit edgy if I’m not home before dark. Wearing this, I felt I could easily rationalize my thoughts and have them just fade away. So far, I'm liking this.

               I’ve learned two things with this stomach bug. One, that nausea isn’t my body tricking my brain into thinking I might vomit. It can be a sudden warning that it is gonna happen. Two, that the relief band won’t stop the nausea if it’s because you’re sick.

               It is the second day of my period and I think I’ve gotten all the information I need on the relief band. Now with the bad cramps I also get migraines and nausea. And with it saying that it helps that associated with pregnancy, one would think that it can help with these symptoms. Now it did turn my migraine into a slight headache. However, it did not prevent nausea. So here is what I have to say about it. First off, it’s only helpful for what is written on the box: Anxiety, physician-diagnosed migraines, hangovers, car sickness, sea sickness, air sickness, pregnancy, chemotherapy, and post-operative. 

Anxiety is different from person to person. In my case, there are moments where my mind tricks my body into thinking that I’m sick in order to get away from the troubling situation. The relief band stops this and keeps me calm. All the negative thoughts I have during an attack have now become silent. The applying gel can be itchy, so I have to take the band off after several hours of use. The settings on the intensity indicator is important. You only need to have it set to the level where you only feel slight tingling. Having it any higher doesn’t make the treatment any better. It will only make the sensations painful. Yes, this is very helpful in what it’s designed for and I highly recommended it. But at the same time, I think it shouldn’t be heavily relied on. If that seems to be the case, that’s when I say that you should go see a doctor on whatever is causing the anxiety or vomiting. In short, this is a bandage, not a cure.”

 

All-in-all, the Reliefband Sport proved to be an effective product that did help. It is also a simple and well-made product that should give years of use. Based on its design, features, quality and performance, it has earned our Highly Recommended award. For more info and complete specs, check out their website at www.reliefband.com.

ASUS Republic of Gamers Unveils ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme Motherboard

ASUS Republic of Gamers Unveils ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme Motherboard Flagship motherboard for the new AMD AM5 platform features dual PCI Express 5.0 slots, robust power delivery, DDR5 support, USB4, and ASUS Q-Design Taiwan, Taipei (May 23, 2022) – ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme, a flagship motherboard for the long-anticipated AM5 platform from AMD. Featuring next-gen PCIe® 5.0 connectivity, DDR5 RAM, and a massive power delivery subsystem that lays a solid foundation for overclocking, the X670E Extreme offers a robust suite of tools to maximize system performance. Next-Generation DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 Compatibility The ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme lets users reap the advantages of massive bandwidth, new speeds, and exceptional power efficiency offered by next-generation DDR5 RAM. With data rates 50% faster than previous-generation DDR4 memory, DDR5 unleashes a new tier of performance and hardware and firmware optimizations that enable users to overclock capable memory kits to the limit. With double the link speeds of PCIe 4.0, PCIe 5.0 connectivity provides users with the bandwidth to utilize USB4® and USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports on the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme. Additionally, the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme features a front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 2x2 connector with support for Quick Charge 4+. By pairing this motherboard with a case featuring a front-panel USB Type-C® port, users can have convenient access to 60-watt charging.* Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots stand ready for the cutting-edge graphics cards of today and tomorrow. Between its two onboard slots and the three additional slots made available through the ROG PCIe 5.0 M.2 card and the ROG GEN-Z.2 card, the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme offers a total of five M.2 slots―four of which support PCIe 5.0 x4 mode. Heatsinks for all the slots, including those on the add-in cards, ensure that users get the full performance of their drives without throttling. Six SATA 6 Gbps ports let users establish an even larger storage array, so they never have to ration their game library. Gaming Aesthetic: Enhanced With its angular lines and vivid RGB LED accents, the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme motherboard includes endless personalization options for users. The X670E Extreme features the AniMe Matrix™ display, an array of LEDs that can show off custom retro-style animations, and vibrant underglow lighting streams from the right edge of the board. An AURA RGB header and two addressable Gen 2 headers allows users to connect RGB LED strips for their case—and easily synchronize it all with their compatible Aura Sync gear. The striking visual elements of the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme represent unbridled performance. Large heatsinks atop the VRM circuitry, chipset and onboard M.2 slots offer substantial cooling power and symmetrical beauty. Multilayer graphics grace the surface of the wide heatsink cover for the primary M.2 slot. And the integrated aluminum I/O cover assists in cooling VRM circuitry to simplify the build process. Serious Cooling, Serious Performance The ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme includes ProCool II power connectors, offering improved contact with PSU plugs, heat dissipation, and reliability. MicroFine alloy chokes and premium 10K black metallic capacitors provide smooth power delivery to the processor under the highest loads. Six fan headers let users establish and control airflow in their build. Users looking to include liquid-cooled solutions in their build can connect up to two high-power pumps and keep tabs on every aspect of their loop with a comprehensive collection of liquid-flow-monitoring headers and sensors. ASUS Q-Design Features  The ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme features the exclusive ASUS Q-Design innovations: the PCIe Q-Release button, Q-DIMM latch design, M.2 Q-Latch, and Q-LED diagnostic array. The PCIe Slot Q-Release button allows users to release their graphics card from the slot with one press. Additionally, the board includes a new single-sided Q-DIMM latching design. The design features a single latch on the easier-to-access side of the DIMM slot, allowing the board to hold a memory stick firmly in place. Installing RAM with the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme motherboard—and upgrading it down the road—is much easier as a result of these design features. Lastly, An M.2 Q-Latch on the board allows users to secure or loosen an M.2 drive with just their fingertips. The ASUS Q-LED diagnostic array provides a quick and easy reference if a system encounters a critical error during its power-on self-test. Four LEDs on the motherboard, clearly marked for the CPU, RAM, graphics card, or boot device, will light up and notify users exactly which component has encountered an error. Unhindered Networking: Wi-Fi 6E The ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme is Wi-Fi 6E compatible, opening up a new frontier of wireless connectivity. An Intel 2.5 Gb Ethernet port provides a high-bandwidth hardline to a router, while a Marvell AQtion 10 Gb Ethernet port preps a machine to easily handle multi-terabyte file transfers on fast networks. AM5 Motherboard Options On the Horizon The ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme is the first to debut in the ROG AM5 series with the ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, ProArt, and ASUS Prime families following a future release. Stay tuned for more information. ### AVAILABILITY & PRICING For more information about the ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme and the ROG AM5 motherboards, please contact your local ASUS representative for further information or visit: https://www.asus.com/microsite/motherboard/AMD-AM5-X670-B650/ *To increase support from 27 watts to 60 watts, attach a 6-pin PCI Express power cable to the PD PWR connector on the motherboard.   About ROG Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktops, monitors, audio equipment, routers and peripherals. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world. Learn more about the choice of champions at http://rog.asus.com.

NAD Electronics Announces the C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

NAD Electronics Announces the C 389 HybridDigital DAC Amplifier

Latest integrated amplifier reinforces NAD’s core values of performance, flexibility, and value Munich High End, Munich, Germany, May 17, 2022 – NAD Electronics, the highly regarded manufacturer of high-performance audio/video components, today announced the C 389 HybridDigital DAC amplifier, the perfect cornerstone for an audiophile-grade stereo system combining exceptional sound quality with the flexibility and the long-term value offered by NAD's latest Modular Design Construction platform, MDC2. Available for retail sale in early Summer 2022, the C 389 will carry a suggested retail price of $1,499 USD.   NAD C 389 Front View   Featuring NAD’s proven HybridDigital UcD amplifier design and the same ESS Sabre DAC used in the brand’s up-market Masters Series amplifiers, the C 389 has been engineered to deliver thrilling dynamics and transparent, detailed sound. The digital section is built around a 32-bit/384kHz ESS Technology Sabre DAC chip renowned for its near-zero levels of clock jitter, exceptionally wide dynamic range, and ultra-low noise and distortion, delivering astonishing clarity and holographic imaging on all sources.   For the output stage, the C 389 uses a customized version of NAD’s HybridDigital UcD design, with multiple UcD amplifier modules in balanced bridged configuration and an innovative switch-mode power supply that can provide ample reserves of current on demand. Delivering 130 Watts per channel of continuous power, the C 389 can produce real-life listening levels with any loudspeaker load, with virtually unmeasurable distortion and noise through the audioband, and effortless reproduction of musical transients.   With a full suite of digital and analogue inputs, including an ultra-low-noise phono stage and HDMI eARC interface, the C 389 can accommodate all your source components. In addition to two sets of speaker outputs, the C 389 has two subwoofer outputs, preamp outputs, and a dedicated headphone amp.   The C 389 incorporates the latest iteration of NAD’s Modular Design Construction technology, MDC 2, and with its two MDC2 expansion slots, the C 389 can adapt to technical advances and evolving user needs. Introduced in 2006, NAD’s Modular Design Construction future-proofing technology lets owners of MDC-capable components add new capabilities by inserting an expansion module into an MDC slot on the rear panel. Introduced in 2021, MDC2 is an all-new design that allows two-way communications between the expansion module and host component. NAD’s first MDC2 module is the MDC2 BluOS-D, which features BluOS high-res multi-room streaming and Dirac Live room correction.   The MDC2 BluOS-D connects to your home network via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet. With the MDC2 BluOS-D installed, the C 389 can be part of a whole-home music system with as many as 64 zones. Controlled via the BluOS Controller app, available for Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows, listeners can play music from over 20 streaming services including Tidal, Deezer, Qobuz, Amazon Music HD, or Spotify, or from their personal music libraries. Like all BluOS-enabled components, the MDC2 BluOS-D will bring MQA decoding and rendering capability to the C 389, as well Apple AirPlay 2 and control by popular voice assistants. Connect the supplied microphone to the MDC BluOS-D’s USB port, and then run the free Dirac Live app on a smart device or personal computer. Dirac Live room correction compensates for acoustic problems like standing waves and room reflections. The results are transformative and offers deeper, more textured bass; more precise imaging; and improved timbral accuracy.       Key Features   Customized HybridDigital UcD amplifier in fully balanced bridged configuration Continuous Power: 2 x 130 Watts per channel into 8/4 ohms (preliminary) Instantaneous Power: 210 W into 8 ohms, 300 W into 4 ohms, 350 W into 2 ohms (preliminary) Vanishingly low harmonic and intermodulation distortion Nearly unmeasurable noise through the entire audioband Dual MDC2 ports for expanded functionality Optional MDC2 BluOS-D module adds BluOS Hi-Res multi-room music streaming and Dirac Live room correction Jitter-free 32-bit/384kHz ESS Sabre DAC Ultra-low-noise MM phono stage with infrasonic filtering circuitry Two optical, two coaxial digital inputs HDMI-eARC input Two pairs of line-level analogue inputs with ultra-low-noise buffer amplifiers Speaker A/Speaker B outputs Two-way Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth Dual subwoofer outputs Dedicated headphone amplifier CI-Friendly - IR remote, 12V Trigger in/out, IR in/out, RS-232 Serial port Seamless integrations with smart home control systems such as Control4, Crestron, RTI, URC, Lutron, and Elan   About NAD Electronics   Founded in 1972 and now sold in over 80 countries, NAD Electronics is renowned for its award-winning line of high-quality components for audio, home theatre and custom installation applications. Since the beginning, NAD’s commitment to four core values – innovation, simplicity, performance, and value – have earned it a cult-like following that catapulted it to becoming a household name amongst audiophiles and music lovers alike. To this day, the brand continues to design and manufacture some of the most acclaimed and affordable hi-fi components that include modern features and technologies meant to appeal to a new generation of audiophiles.   Links   Website: https://nadelectronics.com ​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nadelectronics ​Twitter: https://twitter.com/NADElectronics ​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadelectronics/

PSB Speakers Celebrates 50 Years of Delivering High Value Hi-Fi Sound

PSB Speakers Celebrates 50 Years of Delivering High Value Hi-Fi Sound

Established in 1972, ground-breaking Canadian loudspeaker brand will celebrate its 50th anniversary with contests, events, and a surprise announcement Pickering, Ontario, Canada, May 16, 2022— PSB Speakers, the loudspeaker company that, more than any other, create the “Canadian Sound”, is celebrating 50 years of delivering high value hi-fi speakers at the intersection of science-based sound reproduction and musical enjoyment. Founded in St Jacob’s, Ontario, in the summer of 1972 by classically-trained violinist and self-taught acoustics designer, Paul Barton, and a couple of his high school friends, PSB Speakers soon became a pioneer in marrying psychoacoustics research with loudspeaker design.   Photograph from the Archives: In the Testing Chamber   The scientific approach Barton took in designing loudspeakers was rare at the time, and over the course of the late 1970s and early 1980s, he conducted thorough and detailed measurements of loudspeakers at the National Research Council (NRC) in Ottawa, Canada, utilizing its state-of-the-art anechoic chamber and instruments to perfect the sound signature of his products. In spending so much time in and around the laboratories at the NRC, Barton found himself embedded with some of Canada’s leading scientific researchers in the areas of psychoacoustics and acoustic measurement, including becoming a close personal friend to world-renowned Dr Floyd Toole, whom he would collaborate with until Toole’s later move to California. The acoustics research Barton helped to pioneer and commercialize would eventually become common industry practice, and the foundational principles first discovered by this research continue to be the basis of much of speaker design today.   “As a musician and acoustics designer, it has been such an honour to work with some of the top scientific minds in the field over the decades,” says Barton. “In academic research, like what was happening at the NRC, it wasn’t uncommon for research to get published and then just gather dust on a shelf somewhere. But I got the unique opportunity to take that research and turn it into real products that PSB customers could enjoy their favourite music on, and that has been the most satisfying thing for me throughout these 50 years.”   Paul Barton with the Stratus Gold, deemed the “10,000 Watt Speaker” by audiophile press   The brand’s anniversary celebrations kick off with a virtual live event on June 1, 2022, at 4:00PM EDT (1:00PM PDT, 9:00PM BST, 10:00PM CEST), and will feature an intimate conversation with Paul Barton moderated by Doug Schneider, Founder of SoundStage!. Event registration opens on May 16, 2022, at psbspeakers.com/50years and attendees will not only have the chance to submit their questions to the PSB team for the live Q&A with Barton, but they will also be the first to watch a documentary of the brand, specially produced for the 50th anniversary, which will be released to the rest of the world 24 hours later on June 2, 2022. Friends of PSB Speakers, including IsoAcoustics and Bluesound, have offered up some exciting door prizes, and there will be a grand prize draw for a pair of PSB Speakers AM 5 Powered Bookshelf Speakers at the end of the event.   “PSB Speakers, despite all of the outstanding reviews it receives for its products, is in many ways still a hidden gem of a brand,” explains Gordon Simmonds, CEO of Lenbrook International, the parent company of PSB Speakers. “The documentary is our way of reinforcing the brand’s incredible story and scientific contributions to the speaker industry so it can be appreciated not just by those who already follow the brand, but also by new audio consumers that are looking for great value products for their mobile and modern lifestyles.”   Filmed and produced over a four-month period in and around Toronto, the documentary runs approximately 20 minutes and offers an intimate glimpse into the brand’s founding, its expansion, Barton’s legacy, and the brand’s exciting future. It features interviews with Barton about his childhood influences and personal anecdotes, interspersed with perspectives from inside and outside the company, including from Simmonds, as well as from a former dealer and now Chief Strategy Officer of Lenbrook, John Banks; Canadian business journalist Gordon Brockhouse; Headphone Category Manager, Matt Simmonds; and Schneider, who got to know Barton while at the NRC himself, conducting speaker measurements for his publication’s reviews. Visually, the documentary is peppered with archival photos, videos, and mementos over the decades, deftly weaving in stories about some of the brand’s most iconic and popular products. It is a fitting tribute to a brand that, in the documentary, Schneider calls the “grandfather of the Canadian loudspeaker industry”.   Paul Barton as a child playing the violin   The celebrations continue into the month of June, when PSB Speakers goes back to its roots – the love of live music from Barton’s childhood that inspired him to pursue a career in acoustics. PSB Speakers is committed as a Main Stage sponsor for the 2022 Northern Lights Festival Boréal, a music festival happening in Sudbury, Ontario, that is also celebrating its 50th anniversary. Small town Canada has produced some of the world’s most enduring musical acts and these two Canadian musical legends – PSB Speakers and the Northern Lights Fesitival Boréal – will join forces in a digital campaign in the weeks leading up to the festival to promote the festival’s exciting line-up of Canadian talent.   The anniversary celebrations will culminate in a very special announcement from the brand on July 1st, coinciding with Canada Day.   About PSB Speakers   Founded in 1972 in a small town in Ontario, Canada, PSB Speakers has set the standard for “True to Nature” sound. Harnessing groundbreaking research into psychoacoustics involving PSB Speakers Founder and Chief Designer, Paul Barton, the company’s products are among the most critically acclaimed for value-driven and non-fatiguing speaker design. Currently sold in more than 70 countries around the world, PSB Speakers manufactures high-quality speakers, headphones, subwoofers, and installed speakers. For more information please visit, https://psbspeakers.com.   Links   Website: https://psbspeakers.com   Facebook: https://facebook.com/psbspeakers   Twitter: https://twitter.com/psbspeakers   Instagram: https://instagram.com/psbspeakers

K-array’s New Generation Amplifiers Are The First To Use Dante Ready On Board

K-array’s New Generation Amplifiers Are The First To Use Dante Ready On Board Audinate’s Dante Ready launches in market with K-array Amplifiers Reaffirming its market leadership in professional-grade audio and video IP networking solutions, Audinate (ASX:AD8) today announced the first of Dante Ready, a licensing program that empowers end-users to add channels of Dante audio to supported products in the field. The first deployment is with K-array, the professional audio powerhouse, on its new Kommander, Thunder and Mugello amplifiers that will be showcased at InfoComm 2022 (booth #W3138) in Las Vegas next month. According to Laurence Crew, Audinate Senior Product Manager, the early adoption of Dante Ready by one of the most ambitious and innovative brands in professional audio underscores the commercial potential of customer activated Dante channels. “We are truly excited about the possibilities that Dante Ready enables for manufacturers and customers alike, giving them the flexibility to add Dante channels and features when they need them. As one of the most innovative companies in the AV industry, K-array is the perfect partner to launch this revolutionary new service.” Dante Ready is available for devices built using the Dante Embedded Platform, a software implementation of Dante audio designed for Linux-based audio appliances.  Dante Ready lets customers activate Dante as software online while devices are in the field, purchasing only as many channels of Dante audio as they require — from 2x2 to 64x64. Once activated, the product license never expires and can be expanded as needed through later purchases. All purchases are routed through Audinate’s secure payment system.  The Kommander Series amplifiers are a new chapter for K-array boasting cloud-based technologies thanks to the Integrated Electronic Brain on board each amp, coinciding with the launch of Dante Ready. More than a traditional DSP, the built-in microelectronics driven by the integrated operating system feature expansive sound processing and complete user control over the system performance: Volumes, Signal Routing, Presets as well as a complete USB player, are directly manageable from the device via a mobile app and dedicated professional interface.  “To be the first to use Audiante’s Dante Ready activation is a great privilege. Every aspect of K-array’s experience and expertise has been poured into the Kommander,” said Alessandro Tatini - President of K-array. “Our all-new, High-Performance amplifiers deliver all of the performance and dynamic excellence for which K-array is renowned, with the additional benefit of cloud-based technologies to extend the possibilities. This is for our customers who will appreciate and enjoy having complete control of K-array speakers.”  About Audinate Group Limited  Audinate Group Limited (ASX:AD8) has a vision to pioneer the future of AV. Audinate’s award winning Dante AV over IP networking solution is the worldwide leader and used extensively in the professional live sound, commercial installation, broadcast, public address, and recording industries. Dante replaces traditional analogue cables by transmitting perfectly synchronized AV signals across large distances, to multiple locations at once, using nothing more than an Ethernet cable. Audinate is headquartered in Australia and has regional offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium and Hong Kong. Dante technology powers products available from hundreds of leading audio and video partners around the world. The company’s ordinary shares are traded on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) under the ticker code AD8.  The Kommander amplifier is a lightweight and robust stainless steel unit that can be rack mounted occupying 2U. The amplifier is equipped with optical limiters and various protections on the signal - overcurrent, short circuit and on the system temperature to ensure maximum performance and best reliability.  www.k-array.com ............................................................................................................................................ K-array is a renowned manufacturer of innovative pro audio solutions with global headquarters in Florence, Italy. Founded in 1990, the company concentrates its efforts and resources in the revolutionary design and manufacture of highly-efficient audio systems that produce unparalleled performance. With an extensive portfolio of product lines providing ultra-compact speaker solutions for small, medium and large-scale applications from live sound to fixed installations, K-array is designing unique audio solutions never dreamed of before.

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