Andy Chen

Former electronics technician for the FBI, current Fire Prevention Officer. Background in electronics, trained EMT, Eagle Scout/Assistant Scoutmaster and dad.

Creality Falcon A1 Pro 20W Laser Engraver and Cutter review – Fully enclosed crafting with lasers

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REVIEW – I have always wanted a laser engraver and cutter, but the affordable ones looked like a glorified Erector set, and the powerful enclosed versions would cost a small fortune. Finally, Creality’s Falcon A1 Pro 20W Laser Engraver & Cutter strikes the balance of an all-in-one, self-contained design without breaking the bank. I’ve never […]

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OGERY Z10 Cordless Telescopic Camp Light with Stand review – You’ll flip for this

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REVIEW – I don’t camp as often as I used to, but I always have a use for a portable light I can bring somewhere, whether I’m repairing something or in case of a blackout. The OGERY Z10 is an interesting light that I “flipped” for. How? Let’s see. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $69.99 Where

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LISEN MagSafe Charger Stand review – You’ll flip for this!

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REVIEW – Looking for a lightweight wireless phone charger that can also charge your AirPods and Apple Watch? There are lots of choices out there. I got to look at the LISEN MagSafe Charger Stand, a compact lightweight accessory with a clever design. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $19.99 Where to buy: Amazon (save 25% with

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Levoit LVAC-200 and LVAC-300 cordless vacuum cleaner review

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REVIEW – My son is moving into an apartment for his second year of college, and needs a vacuum cleaner that doesn’t take up a lot of room. Fortunately, I was able to check out Levoit’s line of cordless vacuum cleaners, the LVAC-200 and LVAC-300. What are they like, and how are they different? ⬇︎ Jump

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Brabantia Bo Laundry Hamper Hi review – Laundry in luxury

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REVIEW – I never thought about laundry hampers. We just used a dollar store plastic basket in the hallway that we’d hide whenever company came over. Today, I don’t have to hide the good-looking Brabantia Bo Hamper Hi. Let’s air the dirty laundry. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $291.00 Where to buy: Brabantia What is it?

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Thermal Master P3 USB-C thermal imaging camera review

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REVIEW – Remember the movie Predator and how that extraterrestrial hunter could search the jungle for Ah-Nuld with some kind of heat vision in a palette of colors? That same power now comes to your smartphone with the pocketable Thermal Master P3. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $349.00 Where to buy: ThermalMaster and Amazon (Save 5% with

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KraftGeek JustTap magnetic phone tripod review – hold the phone!

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REVIEW – I never caught on to the selfie stick boom. It seemed a little too “look at me”. But, combine a selfie stick with a tripod stand? Now you have my attention! ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $42.99 Where to buy: KraftGeek (Save 15% with code: gadgeteer) and Amazon What is it? Is it a selfie

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Eureka J15 Ultra Robot Vacuum Cleaner review – No corner missed

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REVIEW – The first vacuum cleaner I can remember growing up was this upright Eureka with the headlight on top. Fast forward half a century later, the market is flooded with robot vacuum cleaners- yet I’ve never owned one. Now I’ve come full circle with the Eureka J15 Ultra robot vacuum cleaner, Eureka’s entry-level model

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UGREEN Nexode 20,000 mAh retractable cable power bank review – never forget the cable again!

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REVIEW – I may have too many portable power banks! Why would I want to look at another? Well, have you ever forgotten to pack a cable? If so, your power bank is reduced to a paperweight. The UGREEN Nexode Power Bank with retractable USB-C cable fixes that with plenty of power to boot. ⬇︎ Jump

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Bones Coffee Peppermint Drinking Chocolate review – Taste the holidays any day of the year

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REVIEW – This may be the most non-tech item I’ve reviewed, but I am just as excited for it as any other gizmo that plugs in. I’m talking of course about this delightful drink mix, Peppermint Drinking Chocolate from Bones Coffee. The last time I made a cocoa beverage from powder was probably from a

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YSerendept 33ft fiber optic DisplayPort 2.1 cable review – Thin and long!

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REVIEW – When I was working for a well-known three-letter federal law enforcement agency that shall remain nameless, I had to prepare the ends of fiber optic cables used for networking. No, they weren’t store-bought. I spent many hours sitting on the floor, cutting, polishing, and visually inspecting each end before slipping a connector on

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Xerox VersaLink C415 color multifunction printer review – Productivity at work or home

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REVIEW – I owned a color inkjet printer about 20 years ago or more. I got so paranoid about “wasting color” that I just printed in black and white- until all the cartridges dried out. I didn’t care for the often smear-prone prints, or the hit and miss color performance. I stuck with black and

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Torras COOLiFY iva rechargeable handheld fan review – Chilly or hot air?

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REVIEW – I don’t do well in the heat. Being sweaty and sticky is just the worst! You can put on a jacket if you’re cold, but only so much you can if you’re hot. The Torras COOLiFY iva is a handheld fan with a cooling plate. Does it work? ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $49.99

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TRIBIT StormBox Lava Bluetooth speaker review – bassheads rejoice!

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REVIEW – Every time I get my hands on a Bluetooth speaker, there’s only one question in my tiny little mind: How’s the bass? TRIBIT has a model named the StormBox Lava, which to me, evoked images of explosive, molten sounds shattering windows and scaring small pets. Let’s heat this thing up and see what

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Fanttik T1 Max cordless soldering iron review – Freedom to fix

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REVIEW – I’ve been soldering electronics since the 3rd grade. It’s safe to say I’ve had my share of soldering irons over the years. A truly portable, cordless iron has been somewhat elusive. I’ve tried butane-fueled, AA-battery powered, and ones that take power tool batteries. I’ve just come across one that gives them all some

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Orosound Tilde Evo C Wireless Headset review – Banish the noise

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REVIEW – I’ve always liked headset-microphone combos for mobile phones. When video calls became much more commonplace at home and at work, the neverending hunt continued for something that worked well for me. There has been a long string of hits and misses, but I was excited to take a closer look at the Orosound

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Arzopa Z1RC 2.5K 16 inch portable monitor review – a bright laptop companion

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REVIEW – If you’ve ever shopped for a portable monitor, then you know the choices can be overwhelming. The Arzopa Z1RC stands out with 500 nits of brightness and 2.5K resolution in a 16-inch display. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $189.99 Where to buy: Arzopa What is it? The Arzopa Z1RC is a 16″,

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