REVIEW – Coffee culture continues to grow worldwide and with it so does the appeal of espresso as a coffee brewing method. The OutIn Nano portable espresso machine is a thermos-sized battery-powered gadget that heats and brews with the press of a button. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think! […]
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REVIEW – The XREAL Air AR glasses is a real game changer for personal video display. XREAL created the XREAL Beam to enhance the compatibility of the glasses and to allow the user to display virtual video content in one of three modes. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!
XREAL Beam review – 3 new modes and great connectivity for your XREAL AIR glasses Read More
NEWS – University Games has been developing and selling board games, puzzles, interactive books, and educational toys for almost 40 years. They created the Colorforms Vinyl activity books, which I played with as a child in the early 80’s. The Night Hunter and Faeries & Magical Creatures are two new games by this venerable publisher.
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REVIEW – Many conference web cameras can show a view of the room and can also zoom in on speaking participants but these devices are usually large or not portable. The Coolpo AI Huddle MINI LITE has many features of these larger devices. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!
Coolpo AI Huddle MINI LITE webcam review – a chip off the old block Read More
REVIEW – Laptops share many similarities with automobiles. Every year new models of each are introduced with new features and both laptop and car costs reflect the engine size, refinements, and power reserves. I have an ACEMAGIC AX15 laptop to review which is like an economy car. Read on to see what I think! What
ACEMAGIC AX15 laptop review – pleasing portable productivity Read More
REVIEW – Camera drones are a class of gadgets that have very short new product introduction cycles. Features available today didn’t exist months ago and what products were available are now more affordable. I’m reviewing the Holystone HS360S drone which has new features and a lower cost. Read on to see what I think! What
Holystone HS360S drone review – high-flying fun! Read More
REVIEW – Many laptops include only one USB port. The Tikier 10-port USB 3.0 hub solves the need to perform the USB swap by providing all the ports most people will ever need and up to 12 watts of charging power per port. I have one to review; read on to see what I think!
Tikier 10-port USB 3.0 hub review – handy if you’re all thumbs! Read More
REVIEW – The Eve Flare is a lightweight, battery-powered, plastic ambient lighting sphere that can be controlled by Apple HomeKit to adjust the lamp’s brightness and color. Want to control this lamp using non-Apple devices too? The lamp can also be upgraded to work with Matter over Thread. Read on to see what I think!
Eve Flare smart LED lamp review – HomeKit or Matter to fit your mood Read More
REVIEW – While a great chair, like the Vari Performance Task chair, can help improve your posture, a standing desk can perfectly adjust to your work height. Standing desks also allow you to move while still being productive. I have a Vari Ergo electric standing desk to review. Read on to see what I think!
Vari Ergo electric standing desk review – ergonomic, ergo, enjoyable Read More
REVIEW – Vari is known for their standing desks and also their VariDesk standing desktop converters for ordinary desktops. But did you know they have a whole line of seating too? I have a Vari Performance task chair to review that has seven independent adjustments. Read on to see what I think! What is it?
Vari Performance Task Chair review – an outstanding sitting option for 7 reasons Read More
REVIEW – Gamers require powerful monitors to display the wide color gamut, high resolution, and fast rendering modern games showcase. The INNOCN 27G1S gaming monitor is a 2K resolution 27″ display that can show 99% of sRGB with a 2500:1 contrast ratio at 240Hz with 1 mSec latency. Read on to see what I think!
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REVIEW – E-Bikes are now firmly established as a central part of urban transport. For instance, nearly every delivery bike in NYC is an e-bike. I wanted to explore being part of the newest segment of urban commuting and I have an ENGWE P26 electric bicycle to review. Read on to see what I think!
ENGWE P26 electric bicycle review – Miles of smiles Read More
REVIEW – Working on a laptop and looking down at the monitor creates neck flexion, which can lead to pain and discomfort. The LULULOOK foldable laptop stand allows you to position the held screen in an ergonomically correct position, provides passive cooling, and can spin your anxiety away. Read on to see what I think!
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REVIEW – Televisions are omnipresent. They are used at home for entertainment, at work for business, and elsewhere for every other conceivable purpose. So, why not put one in your RV? The Sylvox 32″ Smart RV TV has features specifically for the road. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!
Sylvox 32″ Smart RV TV review – Watch “On The Road” on the road! Read More
REVIEW – The hobbyist’s metal detector has to be one of the most unglamorous gadgets. Perhaps it is the notion that it usually finds discarded trash or loose change. Can I find more than just trash with the depth and alloy detection of a Skycruiser TX-910 metal detector? Read on to see what I think!
Skycruiser TX 910 Metal Detector review – test your mettle as you meddle with metal! Read More
REVIEW – Advances in LED technology, power management, and batteries have contributed to super bright flashlights, but some designs are excessive – a 100,000 lumen model costs $700, weighs over 4 pounds, and has a 5 inch reflector. The Thrunite TC20 Pro I have is much more reasonable. Read on to see what I think!
Thrunite TC20 Pro flashlight review – just the right amount of light Read More
REVIEW – A pocket knife is an indispensable tool for many people. The Vosteed Bellamy is an EDC ready for any cutting task. What’s its best feature: the razor-sharp clip-point blade, the lightweight and balance, the responsive one-handed opening, or the satisfying grip of the scalloped micarta handle? Read on to see what I think!
Vosteed Bellamy knife review – I dare you not to play with it Read More
REVIEW – Because gallium nitride (GaN) has greater energy efficiency and power density than silicon, it has permitted smaller, higher capacity power adapters than had been previously possible. I have a Unitek GaN charger that supplies a total of 90W out of 4 ports or 100W out of one. Read on to see what I think!
Unitek GaN 100W 4-port charger review – prioritized power for portable paraphernalia! Read More
REVIEW – Ultra-portable projectors, like the EZCast Beam J4A projector, have seen many uses through the years. First, they helped meetings to occur anywhere without regard for existing AV. Then, during COVID, they were used for entertainment and displays during socially distanced gatherings. I have one to review – Read on to see what I
EZCast Beam J4A projector review – my mini module makes mega movies! Read More
REVIEW – Pets provide their owners comfort, support, joy, encouragement, and many other emotions and experiences. They can also shed hair like there is no tomorrow. The Neakasa P2 Pro pet hair vacuum and trimmer collects hair from high-quality brushes as the pet is groomed and trimmed. Read on to see what I think! What
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