Reviews

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

Geekom XT13 Pro mini PC review – A punchy little Intel based PC

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REVIEW – In an attempt to find the perfect little workstation for my personal projects, I’m always up to test the various offerings that come up for review here on the Gadgeteer. Recently, I got the opportunity to review two different units from Geekom. I was pretty excited since I’ve heard good things about the

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Huion Kamvas Pro 19 graphics display review – When bigger isn’t better for you

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REVIEW – Last June (2024), I reviewed the excellent Huion Kamvas Pro 27 graphics display. It’s big, has a beautiful 4K screen, and it’s expensive at $2,000. However, if that price is a budget buster, there are two good choices available from Huionβ€”the Huion Kamvas Pro 24 (4K) or Β the new Kamvas Pro 19β€”this review.Β 

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CARLUEX GO Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter review

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REVIEW – Wireless CarPlay debuted in 2017 and wireless Android Auto came out in 2019 but not all cars support wireless protocol. The CARLUEX GO Wireless CarPlay/Android Auto Adapter allows wireless connections and other features on vehicles limited to a wired USB connection. I have one to review; read on to see what I think!

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Switchbot K10+ Pro Mini Robot Vacuum review – The “Yoda” of robot vacuums

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REVIEW – An Amazon search for β€œrobot vacuum” yields an insane10,000+ results. My first was a Dyson 360 Eye in 2016. Since then, I’ve had at least two patrolling my house, gathering the flotsam and jetsam my family, pets, guests, and the wind leaves behind. I don’t know what I would do without them! My

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Geekom AX8 Pro mini PC with AI mini PC integration review – A petite, power punching PC

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REVIEW – In my role as a Gadgeteer, I get to review different gadgets that require or benefit from being connected to a PC, whether through a USB connection or a wireless connection. My β€œpersonal” PC is a work-issued laptop that sometimes gets the job done for work but certainly isn’t the workhorse I crave.

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KOBOTIX Real Racer XR RC car review – fun but flawed

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REVIEW – If you’ve ever driven a 500+ horsepower car, you know that you’re a sneeze away from a dangerous and/or expensive wreck without skill and concentration. A few years ago I spun out a rented Dodge Challenger with a track kit on the streets of Las Vegas and luckily all I damaged was my

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JMGO N1S Pro 4K Tri-Color Laser Projector review – Stunning image quality and built-in Netflix!

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REVIEW – I reviewed JMGO’s N1 Ultra triple laser projector and was thrilled with the performance! Andy Chen reviewed the N1S Ultra (here), and Julian Perry reviewed their N1 Pro (here). JMGO has released the latest version, the N1S Pro, and I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it! Ooh! I’m so excited! What

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iGulu F1 smart beer maker review – It’s like a bread machine, but for beer!

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REVIEW – We’ve dabbled a little in home brewing but our results were not consistent. And what’s worse than spending time and money and then waiting months for a beer that’s just meh? When we saw this, it seemed like an almost guaranteed way to get (fast!) results. Like a bread machine for beer! We

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Hurom H70 Easy Clean Slow Juicer review – When my Mrs. misses fresh juice!Β 

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REVIEWβ€”My brain short circuits when considering the love/hate relationship with my juicer. Why such emotion for a kitchen appliance? It’s a pain to clean, prompting me to look at the Hurom H70 Easy Clean Slow Juicer. Can it alter my perceptions of kitchen reality? Oh, gosh! I sure hope so!Β Β Β Β  What is it? The Hurom

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Shokz Openfit Air earbuds review – All your audio, while still hearing your environment

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REVIEW – I exercise a lot outdoors, alone.Β  That gives me an opportunity to listen to music, podcasts, and audio books, which I absolutely love.Β  But running and riding bikes on streets with cars can be a bit dangerous, even more so when you can’t hear those cars coming. My β€œgo-to” ear buds for my

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GoveeLife Smart Thermo-Hygrometer 3 Lite (1 Wi-Fi Gateway + 1 Sensor) review

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REVIEW – My home office/studio is quite packed with equipment that includes multiple large EcoFlow power stations, several computers and monitors, and the network rack with the switches, security DVRs, etc. I am never worried during the NY winters because the equipment remains relatively cool. Still, during the summer, and especially this summer, the room

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Vosteed Ankylo – Vanchor Lock Knife review

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REVIEW – I’m new to the world of pocket knives, and now I can’t go without one! I’m currently testing the Anylo – Vanchor Lock knife from Vosteed that uses a unique locking mechanism to beef up a design that’s made for flexibility and durability. Let’s go do some work. To the review! What is

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Mammotion Yuka 1500 3D Vision Robot Lawn Sweeping Mower review

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REVIEW – Mowing our lawn on a set schedule has proven to be a challenge with our busy lives and we’re too cheap to pay people to mow our small lawn. I’ve been eyeing robot lawnmowers for a while now thinking they may help with our problem. However, do they cut grass as well as

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RingConn Gen 2 smart ring review – My favorite smart ring is now even better!

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REVIEW – 2024 could be considered the year of the smart ring. While smart rings have been on the market for several years, this is the year that their popularity skyrocketed. Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to review the RingConn smart ring, and it quickly became my favorite fitness tracking wearable due to

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EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds review – Bring amazing sound and control!

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REVIEW – Are these the ultimate β€œbang for your buck” earbuds? The EarFun Air Pro 4 Earbuds boast a serious set of features, including long battery life, quality audio, adaptive active noise canceling, and more for under $100. Sounds impressive, right? Let’s see how they perform in real-world applications. To the review! What is it?

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xTool M1 Ultra 4-in-1 Laser and Craft machine review – The World’s First 4-in-1 Craft Machine

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REVIEW – xTool is known for its innovation and many β€œfirsts” in the world of laser machines. In a continuing effort to make crafting easier, xTool has announced its newest addition, the xTool M1 Ultra. Incorporating a laser, blade cutting, inkjet printing, and pen plotter into one machine that might just be the ultimate DIY

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