Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Long gone are the days when we have to walk around with a large enclosure to carry additional storage space with us. These days, we can buy external SSD drives that are small and compact. Many of those designs limit us to whatever size/capacity we buy since they are sealed. Imagine a well-built, […]
Minisopuru 40Gbps M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure review Read More
REVIEW – For some reason lately, I’ve been receiving (more than usual) audio speakers and headphones/earphones to review. I love it. Audio is my first love and playing with new gear is always fun. I’ve been having triple-fun—so to speak—with some Linsoul Audio Kiwi Ears in-ear monitors (IEMs). They wanted me to review the hybrid
REVIEW – I stopped buying canned air for dusting because at $5 to $10 per can, it just didn’t make sense. I have an air compressor in the garage, and a small rubber bulb for dusting small things like camera parts. I think the iDOO electric compressed air duster and vacuum might fit nicely in
iDOO Electric Compressed Air Duster and Vacuum review – no more canned air Read More
REVIEW – Modular computing platforms have become a viable option thanks to advancements in the technology used to power mobile devices. GEEKOM has updated their Mini IT lineup with the Mini IT13 – which now includes the 13th generation Intel mobile chipsets. We’re getting under the hood to see how GEEKOM has managed to pack
GEEKOM Mini IT13 review – a mini PC powerhouse! Read More
REVIEW – I have been using folding large screen smartphones for a couple of years now. I started with the Samsung Galaxy Fold 3, but in folded mode, it was too cramped so I always had to open it to do anything. The Fold 4 was slightly better, but still was not a great experience
Infinix ZERO 30 5G smartphone review – near flagship feel for cheap Read More
REVIEW – Aliens have arrived, and their UFOs are the gravest threat that our planet has ever seen! Mankind’s answer? Convert the giant octopi of our oceans into half mollusk, half machine monstrosities and turn them loose against the flying saucers! The crazy thing is that it seems to be working. Join me for this
REVIEW – A handbag, in case you aren’t aware, is kind of a personal thing. There are thousands of bags out there because everyone has different needs, and as our lives change, so does our bag. When I was told I could choose a bag from the Latico website, I was pretty excited because there
Latico Lilly crossbody bag review Read More
REVIEW – A few months ago I reviewed the original Vosteed Raccoon Button lock and shortly after the Raccoon Crossbar lock version which has become one of my favorite EDC knives since. The Raccoon lineup is now expanding once again by adding a cleaver style blade. Let’s see what it has to offer. What is
REVIEW – I’ve been working with 3D printers for several years, but reluctant to dive into resin printing because of the cost and complexity. Geeetech’s sub $100 Alkaid printer was just the incentive I needed to dive in. Is it any good? Join me for a peek! What is it? The Geeetech Alkaid is a
Geeetech Alkaid Resin 3D printer review – Join the ranks for under $100! Read More
REVIEW – I have a nice air compressor in my garage to maintain my car and motorcycle tires. What it can’t do for me is easily blow up inflatable objects by my pool in the backyard or inflate my tires when I am traveling. Then there are plenty of folks who don’t have a garage
REVIEW – One aspect of my amateur video making that always seems to fall a bit short is the audio. The internal microphones on smartphones and cameras are never quite good enough to capture the full range of sound, resulting in videos that never reach professional quality. However, after testing the Godox Virso S M2
REVIEW – I started a new job last November and now work for an employee-owned company. As such, I now own some of the fiscal responsibility for making the company profitable. So, I’ve been trying to find ways here and there where I can save money while traveling for business. I usually carry a suitcase,
5.11 Tactical Allhaula 65L duffel review Read More
REVIEW – It is hard to believe that anyone who drives regularly has not noticed the chaos that has taken over the roads. There has been a serious rise in the volume of cars on the roads and with that comes a rise in the number of accidents. Being able to record your journey for
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REVIEW – It has been a while since I reviewed high-end wireless headphones. I have reviewed headsets that are designed with the main purpose being geared towards using MS Teams or Zoom. It is nice to get back to headphones designed for the main purpose of listening to music. These Shure AONIC 50 GEN 2
Shure AONIC 50 GEN 2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones review Read More
REVIEW – Nerd alert! Ever since the original Raspberry Pi came out, I’ve gotten interested in ultra-small form factor PCs. The Raspberry Pi was fun for a while. It was only $35 and you could do a lot with it, but it definitely had its limitations. Not only would you have to build or buy
XULU XR1 mini PC review – A petite powerhouse PC packing a powerful punch Read More
REVIEW – I keep a flashlight in a pouch on my backpack at all times because I always seem to need one. At 750 lumens using a Cree LED it was the brightest CR123 battery-powered flashlight at the time so when Nitecore asked me to review their new MH12 Pro that puts out 3300 lumens
Nitecore MH12 Pro Flashlight review – seriously bright Read More
REVIEW – I listen to music every day. I mean every day. Most of the time I’m in my office listening on some nice desktop audio monitors. Sometimes I use some Audio Technica over-the-ear headphones or a set of earbuds. I have an old pair of Shure buds that I’ve had for over a decade
KiiBOOM Evoke in-ear wired earbuds review – BOOM is right! Read More
REVIEW – “In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy smell, nor yet a dry, bare, sandy hole with nothing in it to sit down on or to eat: it was a hobbit-hole, and that means comfort.” Thus
Webrick Bag End Building Block Set review – the hobbit-hole comes to life Read More
REVIEW – Another week, another mechanical keyboard to test and I’m more than good with that. I have really been enjoying testing all these keyboards over the last couple of months. Today, I want to talk about the EPOMAKER Shadow-X mechanical keyboard. Is it my favorite of the 3 keyboards that they’ve sent me so
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NEWS – Say hello to AMPULLA Ivy, the smart flowerpot. AMPULLA is like a Tamagotchi, but for plants. This cute little flower pot has a face that can show over 70 expressions to let you know the health status of your leafy friend. How does it do this? It has 7 sensors that track temperature,
Can this cute little smart flowerpot turn your black thumb to green? Read More