Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – So many portable Bluetooth speakers, so little time. Yeah, I know, first-world problems. But if you are looking for an inexpensive portable speaker that has decent sound, can get wet, and doesn’t cost much, where do you look? Reviews like this one are a good start, but search around and read (or watch) […]
Coolme Stage GoFree Portable Bluetooth Speaker review – If it’s retro you want . . . Read More
REVIEW – I try to keep active, and I have my iPhone with me at all times. I want my iPhone case to not only look tough, but also actually be tough. I rocked a UAG Pathfinder Series case to protect my old iPhone XR, and out of several cases I rotated through, it was
UAG Pathfinder Series iPhone Case with Magsafe review Read More
REVIEW – The Nintendo Switch is an almost ubiquitous game platform nowadays, especially among those who have kids at home. It’s no surprise given all that Nintendo brings to the game with its long history in the industry and a deep portfolio of games and characters. One of the few criticisms that I’ve had is
DOYOKY retro gaming controller review Read More
REVIEW – When I got married many years ago, I had no idea my wife had such a green thumb and amazing gardening and landscaping talents. While she continues to deny these gifts, I have seen her produce amazing results in the garden I built her and most recently she has had great success with
Gardyn Home Kit 4.0 review – Indoor gardening made smart, easy and beautiful Read More
REVIEW – Unpopular to my teenagers’ beliefs, our dirty clothes do not belong on our floor or around the house wherever we feel like tossing them that day. Teenagers are just walking disasters and so I am always on the hunt for attractive ways to organize our messes. Find out how the SONGMICS Handwoven Laundry
SONGMICS Handwoven Laundry Hamper review Read More
REVIEW – One principle I’ve always lived by is that, just like good socks and underwear, one can never have too many hatchets. With PNW weather uncharacteristically great this summer, my hatchet-using opportunities have increased significantly, so it’s time to add to the family. While I still love my Gerber Bushcraft Hatchet that I reviewed
The James Brand TJB hatchet review – A stylish chopper for the sophisticated woodsman Read More
REVIEW – When you see a Tribit speaker, your first thought might be, “That looks like a (insert speaker model here) speaker. Maybe that’s part of Tribit’s genius. They make some of their speakers look like another brand without downright copying them. For instance, The Tribit StormBox Flow resembles the Bose SoundLink Flex. The Tribit
REVIEW – Like many people, I have a few different power banks around the house. These are great for powering small electronics on the go. But I have found times in my home that something like my laptop was low on power. Rather than pull my power cord and adapter from another room and then
UGREEN Nexode Fast Charging Power Bank review Read More
REVIEW – If you’ve read any of my keyboard reviews, you’ll know I’m a keyboard nerd. I love a good mechanical keyboard. A while back I even got the opportunity to build my own. In the end, though I was a little disappointed with the keycaps. I was going to use a set I already
Glorious GPBT Kabuto keycaps – The way of the Keyboard Warrior Read More
NEWS – We live in a world where convenience and portability are key components that drive the vast use of technology. Personally, my need for portability has evolved from just a laptop to a mini PC and a device that integrates, the screen, keyboard, and audio functionality into one neat package. I mention this as
Elecrow CrowView Note – Efficient workstation portability Read More
REVIEW – xBloom has followed up their original coffee maker with the release of xBloom Studio. A sleek and minimalistic coffee machine that brews pour over like a science, xBloom Studio may uncover the undiscovered barista in you. I’ve spent the last month with this mini monolith and want to share my experience so you
REVIEW -The NUU B30 Pro 5G phone is a new release from a, -new- brand to me. The phone carries an endorsement as the phone of the FC Dallas soccer team. Does that sway you or do you need me to tell you if the phone is a keeper? I’ll do my job and let
NUU B30 Pro 5G smartphone review – TUU good to be TRUU? Read More
REVIEW – Recently my stove top has decided to have an existential crisis. All of a sudden the burner of the stove top has decided to only work on High heat without the inner section ever turning on. The middle back burner can’t decide if it wants to work full blast or not at all.
Midea 8-In-1 11QT Two-Zone Air Fryer Oven review – A life saver in the kitchen Read More
REVIEW – Those of you who have read some of my previous reviews, will know that I’m building out my truck as an adventure vehicle. Nothing crazy, but I want to include things that would make my weekend adventures a little more comfortable. An ice chest has always been the go-to for storing cold items
BougeRV 12V 23QT colorful portable fridge review Read More
REVIEW – I have been a videographer and photographer for many years, but I recently decided to do less of that and work more on my social media channels. Although I knew I would need space for media storage, I did not realize how much I would need especially since my wife also has social
UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus NAS review Read More
REVIEW – I love eBikes! Just over 2 years ago, I took a 30K ride along Spain’s Costa del Sol on one, and loved it! I’m never going back to regular bikes. So, I’ve asked for a few reviews here when e-bikes are offered to the team, and, lo-and-behold, a step-thru bike was offered, and
Himiway A7 Pro Urban Commuter e-bike review Read More
REVIEW – Since the departure of the Philips Pronto and Logitech Harmony lines, there has been a substantial unfilled void in the consumer remote control market. I’ve explored a multitude of contenders seeking a comparable solution and was eager to look at SwitchBot’s new Universal Remote. Is it the “Harry Potter” of remote control wands?
SwitchBot Universal Remote review – Will waving this wand warrant home theater wonder? Read More
REVIEW – Open ear air conduction earbuds are a fancy way of saying ‘directional earbud speaker’, but their capabilities are surprising. I’m digging further into this new trend of portable audio bliss with the latest flagship by OpenRock – the X earbud. It’s a premium offering, and we’ll see if it’s worth the premium price.
OpenRock X Open-Ear Air Conduction Sport Earbuds review Read More
REVIEW – Mechanical keyboards come in a variety of sizes. I tend to go for 75% size keyboards because I don’t need a dedicated keypad, but I like a dedicated row of function keys. When I accepted the offer to review the Varmilo Muse 65 mechanical keyboard, I was going to pass it on to
Varmilo Muse 65 mechanical keyboard review Read More
REVIEW – If there’s one thing that goes along with summer, it’s grilling outside. But what if you want to grill on the go—at a park, a beach, or while tailgating? You want to cook for a short period, but you don’t want to have to wait around all day for the grill to heat