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Gulf Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- Gulf Today
Queensland Derby tilt for well-travelled Lavalier
Lavalier has never raced in better form and Godolphin Australia head trainer James Cummings will no doubt be hoping a slight freshen-up and a barrier trial will benefit the three-year-old going into Saturday's G1 Queensland Derby at Eagle Farm. Considered a possible VRC Derby aspirant last spring, Lavalier failed to deliver in the lead-up before being sent for a spell. The son of former top two-year-old Microphone and the fabulous broodmare Accessories, who has produced five individual Stakes winners – including G1 winners and sires Helmet and Epaulette, recaptured his early form with three strong placings in Melbourne and Adelaide over the past six weeks. His latest effort, when third in the G1 South Australian Derby on 3 May, was full of merit after a tough early run from a wide barrier. Cummings floated the gelding back to Sydney before a tick-over barrier trial at Warwick Farm on May 22 convinced the young trainer to send Lavalier to Queensland. Jamie Melham retains the ride on Saturday and Lavalier, who will jump from an ideal barrier nine if the last four emergencies come out, is sure to run out a strong 2,400m. Stablemate Golden Mile will have to start from the outside stall in the the G1 Kingsford Smith Cup over 1,300m at Eagle Farm, but the five-year-old should be nearing a peak performance. Golden Mile rattled home from 12th on the home turn to finish third in the G2 Victory Stakes four weeks ago and then impressed when runner-up under a hold in Lavalier's trial at Warwick Farm. In-form jockey Jason Collett had the reins that day and has taken the ride in the Kingsford Smith Cup. Golden Mile has G1-winning form up to 1,600m, should appreciate the long home straight and be hitting the finishing line strongly. Pisces has been costly to stable supporters in four runs back from a spell and needs to lift to win the G3 Fred Best Classic over 1,400m. Fourth on heavy tracks at Hawkesbury and Doomben at his latest starts, a firmer surface should help Pisces who has drawn ideally in gate one with Melham to ride. Champion jockey James McDonald will ride Kin in the Listed Helen Coughlan Stakes over 1,200m as the four-year-old mare chases her second Stakes-race success. Third run back from a spell, after placings on heavy tracks at Hawkesbury and Doomben in Listed events, Kin will strip fitter and drops 1.5kg on her last performance when second to In Flight two weeks ago. At Rosehill Gardens, Kerrin McEvoy will ride Zebra Finch and Kerguelen in restricted events for Cummings, while Mareth and Snack Bar represent the stable at Caulfield. Two-year-old filly Mareth (Jye McNeil) will have her second start over 1,200m and Snack Bar returns from Brisbane to run against three-year-olds over the same distance with Harry Coffey aboard. Beautiful Love chasing more G3 success at Haydock Park: Beautiful Love bids to double her G3 tally in the Lester Piggott Stakes at Haydock Park in UK on Saturday. Trained by Charlie Appleby, the Siyouni homebred stormed home to take last season's G3 Jockey Club Oaks at Aqueduct and ran another excellent race in the US to take a close fourth in November's G1 Breeders' Cup Filly & Mare Turf.
Irish Daily Mirror
28-05-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Maono Wave T5 wireless microphone tested: simple to use and top quality audio
Whether you are a content creator making YouTube or TikTok videos, a podcaster or an office worker who engages in a lot of Zoom meetings, one of the most important things to consider is audio quality. Maono Wave T5 is an accessory that will deliver top notch sound for all of the above, consisting of two compact Lavalier microphone transmitters and three receivers. It delivers dual-channel 48kHz 24-bit recording with AI-powered intelligent noise cancellation. The Maono Wave T5 Combo Kit which I tested comes with a robustly made and premium looking charging case with the three battery operated modules (which are the two transmitters and a camera receiver). The case protects the microphones and charges them on the go, so you're never left without battery during a busy day. The transmitters each have a built-in microphone, a power/noise reduction button, a mute/remote camera button, an indicator LED and a magnetic sheet for attaching the lapel clips. The magnets are also strong enough to hold the mic in place through whatever you are wearing and even when you are moving around. You just pop the microphone on and you are ready to go. A magnetic sheet necklace (two are included in the box) can also be used to hang a transmitter around the neck in situations where your subject may not be wearing typical clothing. This ease of use is one of the biggest selling points with Wave T5. There's a free smartphone app (for Android and iPhone) to control everything so you don't need to fiddle with the small buttons on the transmitters. Within the app, incoming audio signals can be monitored, microphone gain can be adjusted and both AI Noise Reduction and Sound Coloration modes can be switched on or off. The Dual Channel feature allows you to choose either mono or stereo recordings and determines whether mic audio is recorded in the left channel, right channel or both. Sadly, there's currently no app for Windows or Mac. Audio quality is consistently pleasing, adding a professional sheen to your content with plenty of warmth and detail. Also bundled in the case are two receivers, one with a Lightning connector and the other with USB-C. These receivers can be attached directly to smartphones and computers for recording or streaming. You'll be up and running in seconds with this approach too and I found the connection reliably stable. The box also includes windshields to cut down on noise if you are filming outdoors and a pouch in which you can store away everything safely. There is also AI-powered noise reduction to further eliminate background chat or ambient noise from your surroundings. One of the most rewarding aspects of using the Maono Wave T5 is the receiver is powered and therefore can be used directly with a digital recording device or a camera using the included 3.5mm audio cable. Battery life is also great at up to 10 hours. This means you can wear it for the full working day, knowing you'll have superior audio quality on all your important video calls and meetings. I've tested it with a range of devices and I love the way Maono Wave T5 pairs automatically and the overall ease of use. Sound quality and noise cancellation are both superb. You really get value for money from the package. Maono Wave T5 Wireless Microphone Combo costs €113 on Amazon reduced from €145 (at time of publication). You can also buy directly from Maono. Other options for wireless microphones include DJI Mic 2 which costs €259 from DJI.
North Wales Live
27-04-2025
- North Wales Live
Review: Wave T5 wireless lavalier microphone is a cost-effective and feature-rich system
The Maono Wave T5 wireless lavalier microphone is a compact and versatile audio solution tailored for content creators, vloggers, and mobile journalists. With a feature-rich design and competitive pricing, although missing some of the true high-end options, it offers a compelling alternative to higher-priced competitors. The microphone delivers 48 kHz/24-bit resolution with an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio and a maximum SPL of 120dB, which I found offered clear and detailed recordings suitable in as many environments asI could test it. It's equipped with AI-powered noise cancellation featuring 14 adjustable levels across three modes (weak, moderate and strong), allowing you to tailor the audio capture to their surroundings. You also have four sound coloration presets to choose from - vocal, magnetic, warm, and bright - and customize vocal tone and presence. Battery life is where the T5 really shines, each transmitter provides up to nine hours of use, with the included charging case extending total usage time to around 30 hours. Wireless range is also pretty impressive, using 2.4GHz digital frequency hopping technology to maintain a stable connection up to 300 meters (in the line of sight). The T5 includes three receiver types - USB-C, Lightning, and 3.5mm TRS - which makes it compatible with a wide range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and cameras. Functions like 'click to mute' and 'hold to shoot' can be activated via the Maono Link app for real-time monitoring and adjustments. There's a lot to like about the T5 and you get a comprehensive accessory bundle included lanyards, carrying pouch and hard-shell case, but there are a couple of shortcomings. There is no onboard storage for standalone recording, while it lacks advanced features like safety track recording found in some rivals. However, the T5 stands out as a cost-effective and feature-rich wireless lavalier microphone system. Its combination of high-quality audio, extensive compatibility, and user-friendly design makes it a worthy choice for creators seeking professional results without too hefty a price tag. What users say "The Maono Wave T5 Wireless Lavalier Microphone stands out as a versatile and high-performing audio solution tailored for content creators, videographers, podcasters, and professionals seeking studio-quality sound in a compact form factor." "I like that the recorders are also fairly small and non-invasive. They stay on okay and don't fall off easily when knocked. Good that it works with both Samsung and Apple as the majority I have reviewed before only work on iPhone. Feels solid quality. Only comment is it's a bit pricy for a recorder, but high quality overall."
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Yahoo
CT woman accused of stealing over $30K worth of jewelry. She allegedly did it while dog sitting.
A woman faces larceny charges for allegedly stealing thousands of dollars worth of jewelry from two different people while she was dog sitting at homes in Westbrook. Shannon L. Crandall, 45, of Old Lyme was arrested Wednesday in connection with two warrants held by the Westbrook Resident State Trooper's Office, according to Connecticut State Police. She faces one count each of first-degree larceny and fourth-degree larceny. According to the arrest warrant affidavits supporting the charges, police began investigating on Jan. 22 when a Westbrook resident returned home from a vacation and found that 10 Spanish coins were missing from a second-floor room in her home. She then became suspicious and checked her jewelry box, finding that several things were missing. The woman told police she wanted to speak with Crandall, who had been dog sitting while she and another resident were away, before going any further with the investigation, the arrest warrant affidavits said. The woman told police Crandall denied any involvement. According to the warrant affidavits, investigators took a statement from the alleged victim who said the missing items included a $15,000 Rolex watch, a 14 karat white gold diamond ring worth $5,900, a Victorian white gold ring worth $500, a Victorian Lavalier pendant and gold chain collectively worth about $2,800 and 10 1749 Spanish coins worth a total of about $7,490. Police found that Crandall had allegedly sold a Rolex watch and two pendants at a pawn shop in Wethersfield, the warrant affidavits said. An officer had the shop hold the items. The alleged victim told police she had continued exchanging text messages with Crandall, who allegedly told her she sold her jewelry at a pawn shop in Cromwell, according to the warrant affidavits. Police later found she allegedly sold four pieces of jewelry at the shop and had them hold any items that were believed to be stolen. Investigators said the alleged victim was able to confirm some of the pawned jewelry belonged to her, including the Rolex watch, the warrant affidavits said. On Feb. 3, Crandall gave a statement to police at the Westbrook Resident Trooper's Office. She allegedly admitted that while she was dog sitting she stole a 'broken' Rolex watch and two rings, which she allegedly said she sold at pawn shops in Wethersfield and Cromwell, according to the warrant affidavits. When confronted with three pages of items she had pawned, police said Crandall allegedly said all of the items belonged to her or dead relatives, the warrant affidavits said. Police also investigated a complaint taken from a Westbrook woman on Jan. 29 who said she had hired Crandall to dog sit on Dec. 20. Several days before contacting police, she said she got a call from a friend who alleged that Crandall had stolen jewelry from her, according to the warrant affidavits. The woman then checked her jewelry box and found that four rings, collectively worth about $1,000, were missing, police wrote. Investigators found two rings that had allegedly been sold by Crandall at a pawn shop in Cromwell, the warrant affidavits said. One of them was recovered and the other had already been sold. According to the warrant affidavits, the alleged victim was able to confirm the ring that was preserved belonged to her. When investigators confronted Crandall about the allegations from the second victim she allegedly admitted to taking one ring and pawning it, the warrant affidavits said. She allegedly told police if she had taken four rings from the victim she would have sold all four, police wrote. Crandall was held on a $45,000 bond following her arrest and was expected to be arraigned Thursday in Middletown Superior Court.
