Reviews

Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.

SmallRig 1.55x Anamorphic Lens review – shoot cinematic video on your phone

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REVIEW – Shooting cinematic video on phones has taken off in the last decade. Since smartphone cameras have gotten so good, it makes sense that people would want to use them for low-budget movies, short films, commercials, etc. Typically smartphone cameras are limited to 16×9 video so how do you shoot cinematic, widescreen footage without

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AGM Glory G1S 5G unlocked smartphone review

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REVIEW – For years now, cell phones have come with an industry-standard set of capabilities that get yearly refinements. The AGM Glory G1S 5G unlocked breaks the mold with a submersible ruggedized build, two infrared cameras, a 5500 mAh battery, and a laser beam. I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!

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SpotOn GPS Fence review – An unseen barrier for better control of your pup

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REVIEW – Question—Do you have a dog who can either jump over or dig under a fence and wander the neighborhood or do you live where fences are not allowed? If so, a barrier such as the SpotOn GPS Fence may help. Let’s begin this review with a story. Throughout our marriage, my wife and

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Velotric Discovery 1 eBike review – Bicycle riding doesn’t have to be hard anymore

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REVIEW – Over the past couple of years I have been trying to get back into cycling a little bit. Do you know what I have discovered? Pedaling a bicycle is hard! After assembling the Velotric Discovery 1 eBike and taking it for a spin, I found this marvel can take away some or all

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UGEE 11.9 Inch Drawing Tablet review – decent beginner’s drawing tablet

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REVIEW – I’ve always enjoyed sketching and doodling, but I’ve never seriously dabbled in digital art so far. When UGEE offered us the chance to try out their UGEE 11.9 Inch Drawing Tablet, I thought it would be fun to try getting better at creating things. I tried out the tablet with a variety of

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James Donkey RS4 TKL Mechanical Keyboard review – Another feature filled budget keyboard

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REVIEW – What’s in a name? With a name like James Donkey, I had no idea, but I knew I had to find out. What is it? The James Donkey RS4 TKL is a ten-keyless budget mechanical keyboard in an ever-growing sea of choices. It has a number of nice features for around $100 What’s in

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Coolife HAPIMP NV3180 Night Vision Binoculars review – Never be afraid of the dark again!

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REVIEW – For people living their best outdoors lives knowing what’s going bump in the night is a valuable asset. Whether it’s protecting your food from sneaky nocturnal thieves or being able to observe night-loving wildlife, seeing in the dark is pretty useful. The Coolife HAPIMP NV3180 Night Vision Binoculars are an affordable way to

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Cyetus Mini Espresso Maker review – fast, flexible, and innovative coffee tech for your caffeine needs!

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REVIEW – Pardon my shaky hands… I have the caffeine jitters after a month of testing the Cyetus Mini Espresso Maker! This device delivers coffee crazy fast in multiple cup sizes from multiple coffee sources. Got grounds? Got Nespresso pods? Got Dulce Gusto pods? Get in here. I gotchu. To the review! What is it?

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Homerunpet Cat Water Fountain review – It even has a wireless pump

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REVIEW – My cats have been happy with a standard water bowl for years, but as they get up in age, I start to worry about their water intake. I’ve tried fountains in the past, but they get gross easily and are very hard to clean. The easy to clean aspect of the Homerunpet Cat

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RENPHO AI Smart Exercise Bike review – All sorts of training, in your living room! (as long as you’re under 6’ tall)

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REVIEW – When the pandemic drove everyone out of the gyms and into their houses, in-home fitness systems like Peloton took off. Everyone seemed to have one, which might explain why, for a while, they were so hard to get. And they were expensive.  Peloton bikes are nice, but they are really just a stationary

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Hilife Clothes Steamer review – dispatches wrinkles with style and grace!

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REVIEW – A clothes steamer is one of those utility appliances that you pick up in your journey towards adulting and hold on to for years. With that in mind, I now present the Hilife Clothes Steamer for your consideration. This compact fellow is looking to replace my old (and crusty) clothes steamer that’s been

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Trayvax Venture Billfold review – a sleek and modern wallet

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REVIEW – I’m betting that if you are a guy/dad like me, the wallet you have been using for the last 10 years was probably a gift from a significant other or family member. The Trayvax Venture Billfold is a sleek modern wallet that may convince you to treat yourself to a new wallet. Let’s

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