Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
IMPORTANT — SEE UPDATE at the bottom of this review concerning MALWARE warning for this device. REVIEW – I have a very busy schedule and I get up at 4 am for work every weekday. This type of schedule does not allow me much time to watch Tv during the week. On the weekends, I […]
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REVIEW – When it comes to tablets, many people’s thoughts immediately go to iPads, but TCL doesn’t want you to forget that Android tablets exist too. Today I am sharing my experience with the TCL Tab 8 LE Android tablet. Let’s take a look. What is it? The TCL Tab 8 LE is a small
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REVIEW – To preface this review, I’ve never been a “watch guy”. The obsession with high-end watches by some people is as foreign to me in the same way I’m sure they’d view my obsession with gaming laptops or complex board games. I’ve been using smartwatches since the Pebble days (pour one out for one
Didamoda Lankzet Watch review – the best of no worlds Read More
REVIEW – Needing power when you’re off the grid can ruin an activity or adventure in a hurry (unless of course, the point of your adventure is to be off the grid). Having a portable power station can keep you powered up whether camping, in the RV, at the airsoft field, running RC cars, or entertaining
Growatt VITA 550 power station review – Power your outdoor adventures! Read More
REVIEW – A few years ago I installed smart locks on the 2 doors in my office. One on the main door and one on a closet door in the room. I really like the lock on the door in the office, but it has a unique cylindrical design and now that I have developed
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REVIEW – For many years I have suffered from Plantar Fasciitis. I have been to physical therapy and even received very painful injections in my heel. Each weekday I walk a mile each way from the railroad terminal to work and a mile back and usually during the day I frequently walk around the office.
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REVIEW – Stuff, we all have it. Most of us (me included) have way too much of it. Today I want to show you a product that can help you organize it. It’s a folding storage bin from Haixin. Let’s take a look. What is it? The Haixin folding storage bin is a 19-gallon plastic
Haixin folding storage bins review – organizational super powers! Read More
REVIEW – In today’s world where everything is portable, everything will always need charging. And sometimes, an electrical outlet is not available, so your only choice is another portable device—a power source. It can be as large as a power station or as tiny as a pocket-sized charger, such as the Shargeek Sharge Flow Power
Shargeek Sharge Flow Power Bank review – A little can go a long way Read More
REVIEW – Fitness wearables are all the rage, and the accuracy of and amount of data they provide is ever-increasing. Most of these wearables come in the form of a watch, like those by Apple or Garmin. But what if you don’t want a big clunky watch on your wrist? Or, what if you want
CardioMood Performance and Health Tracker review – work out when you’re ready! Read More
REVIEW – In audio (as in life), there exists what is called the law of diminishing returns. This law simply states that the more expensive products get, the difference in improvements of features and quality diminish. For instance, a $300 pair of earbuds will sound much better than a $100 pair. However, a $500 pair
Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 review – How much better than the original? Read More
REVIEW – Are you running out of outlets in your room on the Death Star? Is your Tie Fighter short on power options? Do laser blasts cause power spikes? Have I got the surge protector for you. No, it’s not affiliated with our favorite sci-fi space opera but the Monster Power Center Vertex XL surge
REVIEW – Along with a wallet and a pen, everyone who is into EDC needs a knife. My personal knife tasks tend to be mainly limited to opening boxes, so I prefer a small pocket-friendly knife. Today I want to show you the James Brand Elko which fits that description. What is it? The James
James Brand Elko knife review – a mini pocket knife with extra features Read More
REVIEW – Tires. They are your vehicle’s contact to the road so they get exposed to tons of dirt and grim. They are one of the most overlooked items when cleaning your ride, even though rich, black tires really enhance the look of whatever it is that you get around in. Chemical Guys are purveyors
Chemical Guys Total Extract Tire & Rubber Cleaner review – back in black Read More
REVIEW – Recently, I have been enjoying testing and reviewing small portable monitors. The last 2 monitors I tested were 17.3″ and 15.6″ and I really like using them. I have been trying to create a small and compact EDC system until I decide to replace my laptop that recently developed a power problem. The
Elecrow Meteor Screen 10.1″ IPS Capacitive Touch Screen with RGB Animated light review Read More
REVIEW – I may be able to order from the senior menu now, but there are some young girl things that never really leave you. When I saw the Liene K100 mini photo printer, I thought that had teenage girl written all over it, but as a middle-aged woman I also really wanted it! It
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REVIEW – I knew as soon as Julie reviewed the Olight Arkfeld last August that I wanted one. It was a new form factor that I thought would feel great in the hand and looked like a perfect pocket size. Luckily, the Olight Arkfeld UV came up for a review and I got it! This
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REVIEW – I live in California where we’ve been in a mega-drought for many years. The idea of having an umbrella seems rather pointless. Of course, this winter has been abnormally wet for some reason! Where can I find a decent umbrella I might not want to lose, and won’t fall apart after two days?
Helinox Umbrella One review – Fighting off the rain and sun Read More
REVIEW – Can an office chair really make a difference? Does one really need a chair that has a multitude of adjustments? In short, are all those adjustments really necessary? Check out the SIHOO Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair to see what I have been recently sitting in. What is it? The SIHOO Ergonomic Mesh Office
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REVIEW – I’ve decided this is the year of wellness and balance. I’m really trying to pull it all together and carve out time for all the stuff I’m supposed to be doing besides raising a kid and making a living, like eating well and getting enough rest. Results have been mixed, but I did
Mindlax sleeping mat review – Catch some high tech ZZZs! Read More
REVIEW – When it comes to creating your personal EDC set up, you will want a knife, a wallet, maybe a multi-tool, and you definitely don’t want to forget a pen. Today I’m going to talk about the James Brand Stilwell pen. Is it perfect for your EDC? Let’s find out. What is it? The
James Brand Stilwell pen review – A small EDC pen that turns into a full-sized pen Read More