Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Since my kids moved out, the oven doesn’t see much action. It’s like using a bucket loader to scoop ice cream – overkill for most cooking tasks. Conversely, the stove top, microwave, and air fryer get most of the mealtime action, so it makes sense to get the most “bang for the buck” […]
Ounin 24L Combo 11-in-1 Steam and Air Fryer review – Versatile and compact cooking Read More
REVIEW – xTool recently released their newest portable laser, the xTool F2. I did not get to review the original F1 laser, so I was excited to be chosen to review the F2. Read on to find out how this tiny laser is loaded with big features; it even surprised me. Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price:
xTool F2 Portable Laser Engraver Review – So much power in such a small package Read More
REVIEW – Nobody asks what’s in your pocket when you clip a pen there. It’s invisible. Expected. Boring. Which is exactly why the smartest EDC tools don’t look like tools at all. They look like office supplies. The moment you strap on a holster or hang a pouch from your belt, you’ve announced yourself. But
Tacray MP1 Review: A Titanium Pen That Hides a Full Toolkit in Plain Sight Read More
REVIEW – Pool robots have disappointed me for years with promises they never keep. Most deliver mediocre floor scrubbing with occasional wall climbing that misses half the debris, forcing manual intervention that defeats the purpose of automation. The Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro breaks this pattern completely, offering genuine 5-in-1 functionality that transforms pool maintenance from
Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro Review: The 5-in-1 Pool Cleaner That Actually Delivers Read More
REVIEW – In a perfect world, every content creator would have their own personal videographer, someone who is always ready to keep the camera focused on them. That’s not always possible, so I am testing a new AI-powered gimbal from Hohem to see how well it can do this job. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price: $239
Hohem iSteady M7 Gimbal review – a smart gimbal for your smart phone Read More
REVIEW – Here we go, folks!! Cycrown came through and finally sent me the CycHunter ebike, and I am very excited to assemble it and take it for a spin. If you can recall, I recently tested the Cycrown Dremax and Roma ebikes and wrote a comparison review. I love those bikes, but the entire
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REVIEW – We’ve all misplaced our keys… or our phone… or both, but hopefully not both at the same time ;-). It’s times like those that you’ll wish you had a tracker. SwitchBot’s Safety Alarm does that, plus adds an alarm siren and a flashlight, along with a few other tricks. Pretty cool, right? ⬇︎ Jump
SwitchBot Safety Alarm review – “Find Me” tracking, siren, and flashlight in one Read More
REVIEW – Every content creator eventually hits the same wall: storage. I have an iPhone 16 Pro Max with 1TB of internal storage, and somehow it’s always full. Footage, screenshots, random app data, files I forgot existed. Every time I need to shoot something important, I’m scrambling through my camera roll, deleting clips I probably
Planck Creator SSD 2TB Review: The Portable Storage I Trust on Every Shoot Read More
REVIEW – My foray into the world of modern handheld heat presses was many years ago now, when I bought the original Cricut EasyPress. I mostly used it for pressing the occasional vinyl project. When I started experimenting with sublimation, I quickly abandoned my EasyPress for a much more robust lever press from Heat Press
HTVRONT H10 Heat Press Review: A good tool to have in your arsenal Read More
REVIEW – Aventon is one of the more recognizable entry level electric bike brands and I was thrilled when I was identified to review their all new Adventure 3 class 2 E-Bike. I have previously reviewed two hub drive class 2 E-Bikes along with owning one of those higher priced mid drive class 1 E-Bikes.
Aventon Adventure 3 Electric Bike review Read More
REVIEW – If you’ve spent any significant time at a desk, you’ve probably felt it: that dull ache creeping up your forearm after hours of pushing a mouse around. Maybe you’ve tried ergonomic mice. Vertical mice. Mice shaped like spacecraft that cost more than your first car payment. Maybe you’ve resigned yourself to the ache
Kensington Expert Mouse TB800 EQ Trackball review: your wrist deserves better Read More
If you’re anything like me, you lose your wallet constantly. Not dramatically, not in a way that involves police reports or canceled credit cards. More like the mystery of the missing sock after laundry, except instead of accepting you’ll never see that sock again, you spend twenty minutes turning over couch cushions, checking jacket pockets
Nomad Tracking Card Air Review: A $29 Find My Wallet Tracker That Actually Fits Read More
REVIEW – I’m surprised dash cams are mandated by insurance companies. This review is a result of not having a dash cam installed when we needed it, but also diving a bit deeper into when you need it to be recording which is a whole additional use case. Viofo was kind enough to send a
REVIEW – For years, my hard drive “collection” has been growing with an ever-changing array of trays, bays, and enclosures, fueling my thirst for a more elegant solution. I jumped into the world of NAS (Network Attached Storage) earlier this year and never looked back. I couldn’t wait to take a look at TerraMaster’s F4-425
TerraMaster F4-245 Plus 4-Bay NAS review – Powerful, easy to use data storage powerhouse Read More
REVIEW – I like scented candles and waxes, especially around the holidays, but with an active cat, I have always been concerned about the risk of fire. SwitchBot recently surprised me with their Candle warmer, promising luxurious fragrances with a warm glow and safety features an open flame could never provide. ⬇︎ Jump to summary (pros/cons) Price:
SwitchBot Candle Warmer review – Wonderful scents without the flame Read More
REVIEW – A good sound bar can really elevate the movie-watching experience, especially with flatscreen televisions that are pretty much ubiquitous at this point. One brand that I’ve seen around but haven’t had the opportunity to experience yet is ULTIMEA, so when the ULTIMEA 5.1 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar came up for review, I had
ULTIMEA 5.1 Dolby Atmos Sound Bar Review Read More
REVIEWS – The backpack market splits cleanly into two camps: technical bags built for function and leather bags built for boardrooms. WaterField’s Bowery Leather Backpack refuses to pick a side. At $549, this San Francisco-made full-grain leather pack promises heirloom quality with modern tech protection, targeting professionals who want their MacBook Pro wrapped in something
WaterField Bowery Leather Backpack Review – A Bag That Ages Like Bourbon Read More
REVIEW – Sometimes, as a reviewer, we get the opportunity to review similar pieces of tech that span across different prices and features. I’m reminded of the story of the 3 bears. In this story, is the TOOCAA NOVA Laser Engraver too big, too small, or just right? Well, that will depend on how you
TOOCAA NOVA Laser Engraver – Just Right! Read More
REVIEW – As I work on my retirement transition plan, both my wife and I have a sense of urgency to work on some small business ventures. This year, my wife launched her business, and by its nature, there is a need to engrave multiple items. I have been looking for an engraver that can
ORTUR R2 Smart Laser Engraver review Read More
REVIEW – The Huawei FreeClip 2 enters a category that usually asks for forgiveness. Most open ear buds feel like a tradeoff between comfort and clarity which is why I treated this pair with some suspicion at first. That changed within a few hours of wearing them around the house, through errands, and even while
Huawei FreeClip 2 Review – Open ear comfort that finally earns its place Read More