Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Growing up, I remember my Dad earning extra money by repairing TVs, stereos, and other electronic devices for extra money. I loved to watch him solder to repair the circuit boards. It never occurred to me back then that I could solder myself. It was just something Dad did. As an adult, I […]
KAIWEETS KOT936 Electric Soldering Station review Read More
REVIEW – Whether it’s a luxurious leather surface with polished wooden accents or a simple desk calendar from the local office supply store, a good desk pad has been an office staple for generations. The Twelve South DeskPad is a fresh take on the venerable blotter pad. They sent me one in Dove Grey to
Twelve South DeskPad review – Vegan leather at its best Read More
REVIEW – I live on 12 acres of property that is mostly wooded and that means that I have a lot of limbs and brush that need to be trimmed and kept tidy. Usually, once a year or so, I get out my long-handled shears and go around lopping limbs. The next day I’ll be
Anbull rechargeable electric pruning shears review Read More
REVIEW – I’ve made it no secret how much I like and appreciate my Apple AirPods Pro earphones. What they may lack in sound quality (they do sound great) is more than made up by their convenience. I like them so much, that I talked a friend into buying them. Let’s just say he did
Status Audio Between 3ANC Wireless Earbuds review – Things are not always what they seem Read More
REVIEW – Is it a sling bag? A small messenger? Whatever you call it, the Grams28 154 City Pack wants to be your new best friend for day trips, coffee shop hangs, and even a small carry-on when you need a bit more than your pockets can handle. How does it perform as an EDC
Grams28 154 City Pack review – An upscale EDC sling bag with excellent usability! Read More
REVIEW – Since I am now using a mini PC on my desk along with a 17″ portable monitor, I think it is time to add another portable monitor for more desktop real estate. Actually, I will eventually add 2 monitors for a total of 3 so that I can multitask and have a clear
Minisopuru Displaylink Triple Display Docking Station review Read More
REVIEW – I became a first-time pool owner last year. After completing pool school, watching several videos, and a season worth of practice, I finally got the hang of keeping a pool clean. I will say that manually vacuuming the pool was a difficult task all last summer, and it never seemed like I was
AIRROBO PC100 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner review Read More
REVIEW – Ever since I got to rent one of the electric two-wheeled scooters in downtown San Antonio, I have always wanted to have a scooter. It is so much fun to zip around on those things. In the past year or so, the amount of electric scooters that have shown up on the market
Yadea ElitePrime electric scooter review – Luxury on two wheels! Read More
REVIEW – If you’re anything like me, you’re sick of the process of putting up and taking down seasonal house lighting. Multiple times I’ve climbed the 20-foot ladder to install lights in the snow and ice in December, then procrastinated taking them down until at least July or August, at which point I say “might
Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights review – never climb that ladder again Read More
REVIEW – Frequently indulging in a diet full of candy bars, chips, pizza, cake, cookies, etc. will obviously impact your waistline, but have you ever wondered how foods impact other areas of your health, like your blood sugar? I’m sure you’ve heard of diabetes, and how it can wreak havoc on your organs. For many
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REVIEW – Way back in 2019, I reviewed the Theragun G3Pro percussive massager. Since then, it has become a regular part of my ache and pain relief process. I still use it regularly and am glad I have it. Since we are retired, we travel a lot. The Theragun never comes with because it is
HEYCHY Cute X Mini Massage Gun review – palm-sized percussor pounds pain points pleasantly Read More
REVIEW – I’ve tried several wireless microphone systems with my phone and camera. However, there was always something about them that I didn’t like. Hollyland offered to send along their Lark Max Wireless Microphone System for review. After much thought, I decided to give it a try. Read on to see if that gamble paid
Hollyland Lark Max wireless lavalier microphone system review – Studio audio perfected Read More
REVIEW – We’ve all seen kids of all ages (including myself) scooting around on a variety of kick scooters for a number of reasons: they’re fun, it’s easier and faster than walking, and … did I already say they’re fun? While our own child is still too small to scoot, I have a roster of
Segway Transformer C8 Kids eScooter review – transform and literally roll out Read More
REVIEW – Having a tripod for your video camera is just another tool in the proverbial toolbox for filmmakers and videographers alike. But not all tripods are made alike. The SmallRig SmallRig FreeBlazer Heavy-Duty Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit is one that is worth checking out. If you have used a standard video tripod before then the
SmallRig FreeBlazer heavy-duty carbon fiber tripod kit AD-100 3989 review Read More
REVIEW – Earlier this year I reviewed the VIOFO A139 Pro dashcam; I was happy with it when I reviewed it, and I’m still happy with it now. VIOFO has upgraded their introductory model, the A119, with several new features. I installed the A139 in my wife’s car, a Honda CR-V, so I’m planning to
VIOFO A119 Mini 2 Dashcam review – lots of features in a small package Read More
REVIEW – In 2018 I reviewed an Airdog X5 air purifier and absolutely loved it due to the fact that it didn’t require the purchase of new filters every 6 months or so like many other air purifiers on the market. The Airdog allowed you to wash the main filter and it worked great until
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REVIEW – Last year I reviewed Vosteed Nightshade knife, an everyday carry pocketknife, and it instantly became my favorite EDC. Since that time, Vosteed has released three variations of this knife, so I’m back to provide an update. What is it? The Vosteed Nightshade is an everyday carry pocketknife with a distinctive leaf-shaped blade. It
Vosteed Nightshade pocketknife review – three terrific new EDC knife variations Read More
REVIEW – I have suffered from Plantar Fascitis for many years and I have worn special shoes designed to provide relief for probably 15 years. Several years ago I even received steroid shots in my heel. One thing that I have found that provides good relief after a long day on my feet is a
Comfier Shiatsu Foot Massager review Read More
REVIEW – Did you ever ride a scooter as a kid? Balancing on one leg while kicking with the other to make yourself fly down the sidewalk was a lot of fun and good exercise. Now imagine that scooter has an electric motor and can go up to 19 miles per hour. That’s what Hiboy
Hiboy S2R Plus Electric Scooter review – take a ride electric style Read More
REVIEW – If you told me in 2004 that in a few short years there would exist PCs (and Macs of course) that would be the size of a small stack of CDs, I would have rolled my eyes at you. My latest gaming PC then was the size of a small refrigerator, and laptops
GEEKOM AS 6 mini PC review – pintsized PC packs a punch Read More