UPDATE: Deadline extended to 30 September 2024. Entries have been simplified and prizes made larger so you can enter with the help of a friend.

You can enter by submitting a video or a photograph showing how you can use EBSCO to help with your academic research. EBSCO gives you access to a vast repository of reliable and peer-reviewed research. Avoid the pitfalls of AI’s hallucinated facts and the unreliable information that is found across the Internet.

PRIZES

  • Grand prize: Tablet, headphone and power bank combo + a set of headphones for your photographer/a friend
  • 4 x runner-up prizes: Headphone and power bank combo + a set of headphones for your photographer/a friend

Mecer Xpress Smartlife (M17QF6-3G) 10.1" 3G + Wi-Fi Tablet

Tech Specs:

Processor

- SC7731 Quad Core CPU (1.3GHZ)

Display

- 10.1" Enhanced Glass HD (1280 x 800) Capacitive 10 Point Touch IPS TFT Panel

- with Anti-Scratch Screen Protector Film

Memory

- 2GB DDR3

Storage

- 32GB NAND Flash Memory (eMMC)

LAN

- Embedded 802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN

Bluetooth

- Bluetooth 4.2

3G

- Integrated 3G / HSPA+ (Voice and Data, 21Mbps)

Camera

- Built-in 0.3M Pixel Front Camera and 2.0M Pixel Rear Camera

Card Reader

- Built-in Micro SD Card Reader (up to 256GB SD Card. SD Card need to be purchased separately)

Audio

- Built-in Sound, Speakers and Microphone

Ports

- 1x Micro USB2.0

- 1x SDHC SDXC MSD

- 1x Micro Sim card slot

- 1x 3.5mm standard headphone jack

Battery

- Li-Polymer Battery (6600mAh, 8 hours operating) & Charger

Operating System

- Android 10

Dimensions

- 252 x 154 x 9.6mm

Weight

- 494g

 

What's in the box

1x Mecer Xpress Smartlife 10.1” M17QF6-3G Android 10 Tablet

1x Folio-Type Case

What more could you ask for? This powerful 10000mAh power bank and convenient 3-In-1 cable will allow you to keep all of your mobile devices charged, so you can stay connected wherever you are.

  • 13.7 ( l ) x 7 ( w ) x 1.5 ( h ) cm • ABS
  • lithium-polymer battery
  • capacity 10000mAh
  • input 5V/2A
  • output 5V/2A
  • recharge time 6 Hours
  • discharge time: 4 Hours
  • approximately 500 cycles
  • includes 22cm 3-in-1 charging cable

Easy on the eye, and on the ear, these stylish on-ear Bluetooth headphones feature a smooth, shiny-finish gun-metal exterior. Adjustable and foldable, they’re not only comfortable, but they provide crisp and clear sound quality. Use them for listening to music and podcasts or watching videos, and the built-in microphone facilitates easy calling, with clear sound at both ends of the call. Pair the headphones once with your device (phone, tablet or laptop), and you won’t need to do so again – they will automatically pair thereafter, as soon as you turn the headphones on, providing your device has Bluetooth mode switched on.

  • charging cable, 3.5mm jack audio cable and user manual are included
  • Bluetooth version 5.3
  • Bluetooth distance: 10 metres
  • frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz
  • built-in microphone supports call pick-up
  • battery: 360mAh
  • playback time: 8 – 10 hours
  • sensitivity: 98 + 3dB at 1000Hz

HOW TO ENTER

  1. Download the EBSCO Mobile App. (Available on Google Play and Apple iTunes. For app instructions, download this instruction PDF.)
  2. Take a photo or a short video (less than 1 minute) showing how you use the EBSCO Mobile App to Step into Research Success with anytime, anywhere access to library resources. Think of an unusual place that you might do research – show us what you’re reading while waiting for transport, getting your nails or hair done or some other unusual place. Remember you can also read (and listen) to e-books on the app.
  3. Entries can be submitted on social media or via email in any of the following ways:
    Facebook: Post your photo or video on Facebook and tag @EBSCOSubSaharanAfrica
    Instagram or Twitter: Submit your photo or video with the hashtag #EBSCOResearchSuccess
    E-mail: Email your entry to jwilkins@ebsco.com

COMPETITION DETAILS

Entry is open to all students and staff at universities or colleges in South Africa. Judging will be carried out by a panel of judges made up of EBSCO staff. Entries will be judged on their relevance, quality, creativity and how well they showcase the anytime, anywhere access to quality library resources available through the EBSCO Mobile App.

Closing Date is 30 September 2024. Winners announced on 14 October 2024.

Terms & Conditions: By entering the competition, you consent to EBSCO having the rights to use your entry and to share on social media and other channels, as set out on this waiver. Should you be selected as one of the prize winners, you will be required to sign the waiver.

HOW EBSCO HELPS YOU STEP INTO RESEARCH SUCCESS

EBSCO has a range of tools and resources that you can make use of to source quality, trustworthy research material. See below for how you can use these to make it quicker and easier to find reliable sources for your own academic research, whether you’re a student or a university staff member.

Be sure to ask for EBSCO at your campus library.

EBSCO MOBILE APP

The EBSCO Mobile App is designed to provide easy and convenient access to library resources on the go. It allows users to search through library databases, download, and read eBooks directly from their mobile devices. This app is particularly useful for users who need access to research materials outside of a traditional desktop environment. Key features include an intuitive interface, offline reading capabilities, and the ability to synchronise preferences and searches across multiple devices.

You can download the app on Google Play and Apple iTunes. For instructions on installing and using the app, you can also download this instruction PDF.

Go here for a tutorial on EBSCO Mobile App.

For complete details and to access tutorials for each product, you can visit the Step into Research Success page.

EBSCOHOST

EBSCOhost serves as the primary research platform, enabling direct access to library resources with a user-friendly interface. It integrates various search features and filters to help users efficiently find articles, papers, and other scholarly materials. This platform is designed to support both novice researchers and advanced scholars with customisable search options and access to a wide range of databases.

EBSCO’s Find my Organisation (FMO) login page allows you to search for your institution and access your institution’s EBSCO resources.

Go here for a tutorial video on EBSCOhost.

EBSCOHOST PASSPORT

EBSCOhost Passport enhances the research experience by integrating web searches with library resources directly from your web browser. This tool is particularly useful for ensuring that users can seamlessly transition between general web searches and in-depth library research without losing context. It’s designed to simplify the research process, making it more intuitive and less time-consuming by bridging the gap between external information and library collections.

The browser extension is available for Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. To learn more about EBSCOhost Passport, please go here.

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