Andy Chen

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




Zone Shield AC Adaptor HD DVR hidden video camera review

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I’ve had my eye on something like this for a long time:  A self-contained camera hidden in plain sight that doesn’t require any fancy installation.  The Zone Shield AC Adaptor HD DVR is disguised as an ordinary “wall wart” power adapter.  Just plug it in and go!  Let’s see how well it works.

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Ivation Acoustix waterproof Bluetooth speaker review

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As a rule, I don’t get that excited about Bluetooth speakers anymore unless there’s a feature that really grabs my attention.  The last waterproof Bluetooth speaker I reviewed was the NYNE Aqua floating Bluetooth speaker.  What’s so different about the Ivation Acoustix waterproof Bluetooth speaker?

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EasyAcc Classic Gen2 6400mAh external battery pack review

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Not too long ago I was caught in a situation where I had to wait somewhere for several hours without access to a charger.  As I watched my iPhone drain down to nearly empty, I vowed to keep my eye open for one of those battery packs.  Today, I’ve got one to try out:  The EasyAcc

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Brother DSmobile 920DW wireless duplex scanner review

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A scanner?  What is this, 1996?  Not too long ago I discontinued my home fax landline.  When was the last time I needed to fax, when everyone uses email?  Boy was I wrong.  I’m in the middle of a house remodel, and I’m finding lots of reasons to electronically scan and send documents, not just

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