Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – I use my iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main (and only) camera. Except for photos that require the iPhone to be in them, that’s what I use for all my product shots for my reviews. I also use the iPhone when I go on vacation to capture memories. Over the years, I’ve […]
ShiftCam ProGrip review – adds a DSLR-like grip and more to your smartphone Read More
REVIEW – Ah, those portable USB drives! Now that the world is moving to USB-C, what will we do? iStorage has created the datAsure SD for just this world. Not only does it have a USB-C jack, but it can be changed out easily with different TF cards, and has a built-in PIN-based security system.
iStorage datAshur SD drive review – Security and USB-C come to thumb drives Read More
REVIEW – Today, we’re taking a step back from all the fancy smartwatches and health trackers and focusing on a classic timepiece, the Pioneer Chronograph Mens Watch from Copenhagen-based Nordgreen. What is it? The Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch is a 42mm men’s chronograph wristwatch featuring a stopwatch with large second hand and minute sub-dial, a
Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch review Read More
REVIEW – I don’t camp much, but a recent experience trying to troubleshoot a problem under my daughter’s Suzuki SX4 inspired my need for a good headlamp. The Nitecore HC68 High-Performance Dual Beam E-Focus Headlamp definitely doesn’t disappoint! What is it? Nitecore’s model HC68 is a rechargeable flashlight incorporating variable brightness wide and narrow
REVIEW – Lighting can make or break your work area, and it can do the same for video. If making videos is your work, that’s a double whammy. Today’s gadget offers help in this area with some surprising sidebars. The GeoSmartPro AirLit is a wireless portable ring light with a fan. There’s also a mirror
GeoSmartPro AirLit ring light review – keeps you cool and ready for your close-up! Read More
REVIEW – One of the most popular accessories for the iPad is the Apple Pencil but like all Apple products, it has a premium price tag of $99 for the first generation version and $129 for the newest version. After you blow your budget on the iPad, it’s tough to spend that much more for
MKQ iPad stylus review – an affordable alternative to the Apple Pencil Read More
REVIEW – As most of you have heard by now, one benefit that has been a result of the Covid pandemic is more options for remote work. Just recently, my wife started a new WFH job that is just about 100% remote and so virtual meetings are now par for the course for her. Her
EKSA H1 Noise Canceling Trucker Bluetooth Headset with Microphone review Read More
REVIEW: There are few things in this world harder to find than the perfect keyboard. When you find “the one” you hold on to it with a loyalty usually reserved for dogs and cola-flavored soft drinks. For me and my desktop, that’s the Logitech G-915 wireless mechanical. I am still on the hunt for my
Dierya DK61E mechanical keyboard review – Bringing back the clack! Read More
DEAL NEWS – Make cleaning your home faster and easier with this deal on the Proscenic P10 Pro 4-in-1 cordless vacuum. The Proscenic P10 Pro is the newer version of the Proscenic P10 vacuum that Steve reviewed a couple of years ago. The Proscenic P10 Pro version features: an advanced turbo 3.0 260W motor, built-in
Deal of the day – Save 35% off the 4-in-1 Proscenic P10 Pro vacuum Read More
REVIEW – If you are an avid or even amateur crafter, you have probably worked with iron-on vinyl, also referred to as heat transfer vinyl (HTV). As the name implies, it uses a heat-activated adhesive to permanently attach your designs to any fabric. Today I’m excited to show you the HTVRONT Heat Press Machine as
HTVRONT Heat Press Machine review – Your new crafting BFF Read More
REVIEW – Even though it is February, we are already starting to get warmer days here in south Texas. Just this next week, we have a couple of days predicted to be in the lower 80s! That has the grilling and smoking bug in me starting up full force. I have a Traeger BBQ smoker
ChefsTemp Pocket Pro digital thermometer review Read More
REVIEW – For those who keep handwritten notebooks or journals, they can tell you the importance of those invaluable notes and doodles and ideas inside. Keeping them safe and secure sounds like a job for the near-invincible Allegory Goods’ “The Cedar” Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover. What is it? The Cedar from Allegory Goods Grove Collection
Allegory Goods Grove Collection: The Cedar Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover review Read More
REVIEW – A few years ago, I reviewed a couple of robot vacuums that were amazing at what they could do. Over the years I continued to use them but also noticed that on many occasions the floors were not properly vacuumed or mopped. Fast forward to today, and I get to test and review
Dreametech Bot W10 Wet and Dry robot vacuum review Read More
REVIEW – The only thing I like better than a gadget doing something really well is a gadget that does 2 things really well! The $36.99 Ocoopa hand warmer does exactly that… warms your hands. But it also doubles as a 10,000 mAh power bank with 2 output ports to charge 2 devices simultaneously. This is
Ocoopa Rechargeable Hand Warmer with 10,000 mAh power bank review Read More
REVIEW – While I am always on my computer for my work, I prefer to take physical notes. I find that it keeps me more organized to have somewhere to organize all of my thoughts and schedules all in one place. My notes fall into two different categories, notes I want to keep as reference
Rocketbook Everyday Planner review Read More
REVIEW – For some time now I have been writing about my DIY work in my new home and my DIY skills. I have also repeated that I fully believe that the end product and result directly depend on having the right tools for the job. In many instances, having the right tool as a
Greenworks Cordless 24V 7-1/4” Circular Saw review Read More
REVIEW – Do you like music? Do you like disco? (Not judging) Do you like clubbing? Do you not like your budget? If so, we may have the perfect personal portable Bluetooth speaker – the Tribit XSound Mega. Why is it perfect? Technically, it’s not, but it may be perfect for your needs. What
Tribit XSound Mega Portable Wireless Speaker review – A speaker and a show! Read More
REVIEW – Mobile filmmaking has become a phenomenon in recent years. For over a decade people have been using shots from mobile phones in movies and TV shows, shooting short films with them, with some even shooting full feature-length movies on smartphones. SmallRig, a well-known video accessory manufacturer, has released the Mobile Video Cage for
SmallRig Mobile Video Cage review – an essential mobile filmmaking tool Read More
REVIEW – Meet the do-it-all robot vac! The Trifo Lucy AI Robot Vacuum not only professes an advanced AI for optimized cleaning, but it does much more. It’s got an integrated camera with two-way audio. It’s got motion sensing security technology. And you can manage it all remotely from your app. How does all of
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Do you love using a wireless MagSafe charger for your iPhone but don’t like that the so-called fast charging doesn’t really seem all that fast? That’s because 15W fast chargers can cause the iPhone to become too warm and special sensors inside the iPhone will throttle charging down to 7.5W which is
ZIKE MagSafe charger review – Fast and cool, a wireless charger with a built-in fan Read More