Andy Chen

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

Beyerdynamic SPACE Bluetooth speakerphone review

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REVIEW – I really don’t like using the speakerphone on my iPhone, because I don’t like how others sound when THEY’RE using a speakerphone. I don’t want to sound like I’m “in a cave” or distant. Maybe the Beyerdynamic SPACE speakerphone will put those concerns to rest for me. What is it? I know Beyerdynamic […]

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Gadgeteer team – gear we’re using in 2022 (Andy Chen)

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ARTICLE – At The Gadgeteer, many of us are choosy about what we everyday carry (EDC). I’m no exception. Let’s take a look at what I’ve chosen to use and carry every day for 2022. When you’re done reading this article, please go check out the rest of the Gadgeteer team’s favorite gear of 2022 articles.

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Vari Essential series standing desk and file cabinet review

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REVIEW – Our dining table was taken over with paperwork, so my wife decided she needed a dedicated workspace in the guestroom. Something nicer than the folding table! Fortunately, Vari had just the answer with the Essential series of Standing Desks and File Cabinets. What is it? The Vari Essential Electric Standing Desk is a

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ITEHIL 500Wh Power Station and Solar Panel review

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REVIEW – I’ve seen portable power stations with lead acid batteries. They’re all pretty heavy! LiFePO4 batteries are more commonplace, and a quick Amazon search will turn up many. Today I’m trying out a 500 watt-hour power station from ITEHIL with a matching solar panel. What is it? The ITEHIL 500Wh Portable Power Station can

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Gift ideas for people who use Apple AirTags

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NEWS – Speck, famous for phone cases, also has a whole line of AirTag holders! Can’t decide? There’s probably a version for you or someone you’re gifting an AirTag to this holiday season. Their Luggage Tag Pro is designed to look like, well, a luggage tag. Looking for something more fun? Keep scrolling! The SiliLoop

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Function101 Heartsync for Apple Watch Review

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REVIEW – My indoor rower has a heart rate function, and I’ve been on the hunt for the “just right” bodyworn heart rate transmitter. I’ve tried chest straps and arm straps. But what if I could use something I was wearing already: my Apple Watch? This is where the Function101 Heartsync comes in. What is

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Satechi Apple Mac Mini Type-C Stand & Hub with SSD Enclosure review

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REVIEW – One of the main frustrations I’ve had with the Apple Mac Mini (M1, 2020) is the low number of ports, and that they’re always on the back. I’ve tried various hubs but none seem to be as slick as the Satechi stand that sits neatly under the Mac Mini itself. I got to

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Speck Presidio Perfect Clear iPhone case with MagSafe review

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REVIEW – When the iPhone with MagSafe charging came out last year, there was only one clear case with Magsafe- the Apple one. I found that case extremely slippery with buttons that were hard to push. Eventually, a few “no name” brand cases trickled out into the market. I tried a handful, and they were

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