REVIEW – Let me start by saying I am an Apple snob—a long-standing member of the Apple Borg. My first—and only—computers have been exclusively Macs. Well, except for that time I bought a Mac Clone in the 90s, but I digress. It’s always been iPhones and iPads and everything else. No Android in this house. […]
NEWS – Did you know that they make dissolvable food labels for your food containers? L LIKED (that’s the company’s name) Blank Dissolvable Food Labels are a thing. What an interesting idea. When I cook, which is rare these days, I cook large batches of our favorite foods at one time and then divide them
Use dissolvable food labels for your containers when you freeze your left overs Read More
REVIEW – I don’t really baby my phones except for one thing. I always put a screen protector on them immediately. Or that’s what I usually do. I failed to do that when I bought the iPhone 16 Pro Max last fall. I put it off and paid the “price” of getting a scratch. 😟
The iOttie Terra protects your iPhone’s screen with less waste Read More
NEWS – Last night, I had the chance to see John Primer and the Real Deal Blues Band in concert, and while the whole show was incredible, I couldn’t take my eyes (or ears) off their harmonica player, Steve Bell. He was amazing. But before the music even started, Steve did something that completely caught my
Harmonica players have their own EDC. Who knew?! Read More
REVIEW – In a world of look-alike bags, you may need to get creative to keep track of your bag. Tie a ribbon around a handle? Child’s play. How about luggage that’s traffic-cone orange? That’s what caught my eye with the Aer Carry-On bag. But there’s way more to this bag than searing your retinas.
The Aer Carry-On is a smarter way to travel Read More
REVIEW – There are dozens of ways we can track our biometrics these days. From smartwatches to smart rings, from earbuds to your vehicle’s sensor array, everything is trying to monitor and report on (and sell, in many cases) your biometric data. How long/well did you sleep? Have you eaten lately? What’s your BMI? This
Tipping the scales – LePulse P1 Body Composition Scale review Read More
REVIEW – I learned to touch type in the 1990s, and by the 2000s, my endless conversations over AOL Instant Messenger turned me into a very fast typist. When I really get going on something that’s on my mind, I can smash out about 120 words per minute, and the more adamant I am about
Adventures in Mechanical Keyboard Customization Read More
REVIEW – Back in December of last year, I reviewed the Shieldon Gambit knife. I liked it a lot for a budget cleaver-style blade. The build materials were good as was the choice of steel in a budget knife. Well, I’m back with another Shieldon offering, the Hoplon. How does it compare to the previous
Shieldon Hoplon pocket knife review – Is it your next EDC pocket knife? Read More
NEWS – The world’s best wakeup alarm is here, and I’m not talking about your cellphone. The LexAlarm is a DIY solution to waking up just me, instead of both of us. This may be a relationship-saver so read ahead for this no cost solution to an age old problem. It’s absolutely free. And I’m
Announcing the world’s best wakeup alarm, the LexAlarm Read More
REVIEW – If you own a Meta Quest 3 or 3S VR headset, you will likely agree that the stock head strap is uncomfortable. If you love using your headset, you will agree that the built-in battery life is inadequate. Do you need a solution for both of these issues? Enter the YOGES 10000mAh Battery
Is the YOGES Battery Head Strap Worth It? Boost Your Meta Quest 3 Playtime Read More
REVIEW – Portable power options have blossomed over the past few years. No longer are the primary options just gas generators. The Pecron E1000LFP came up for review and I wanted to see how it stacked up against similar power stations I’ve seen. It looked like it met the sweet spot for me in size
Portable Power Made Easy: PECRON E1000LFP Review & Performance Test Read More
NEWS – I have a batch of crowdfunding projects that have caught my eye in the last few days that I think are worth checking into. This first one definitely has me seriously considering pulling out my credit card because I have their first version and use it several times a week. RulaPen+ Shown above.
Kickstarter campaigns that have me reaching for my wallet right now! Read More
REVIEW – One would think that by now, I have satisfied my craving for wireless mic systems. However, this cannot be further from the truth. I am always looking for something newer and better and lately, I have been looking for the perfect wireless mic system with great wireless range so that I can set
Saramonic Ultra Wireless Mic System review Read More
NEWS – Back in 2022, I had the chance to review the original 70mai Omni dash cam, a unique device that stood out with its 360-degree rotating camera and AI-powered features. It was a solid performer, but like any tech product, it had room for improvement. Fast forward to today, and 70mai has announced the
70mai 4K Omni Dash Cam – A worthy upgrade to a fan favorite Read More
REVIEW – Hurricane Helene left us without power for a couple of days. When we lose power, there are two primary things that we want: to recharge our cell phones and keep the refrigerator running. Any size power station can do the former, but it takes a larger one to do the later. Of course,
Oupes Exodus 1200 Power Station review Read More
REVIEW – My first foray into the heady world of scanning and digitizing was way back in the 2000s when I found a Visioneer USB flatbed scanner at Big Lots on clearance. I’ve always loved scanners and photocopiers. The ability to rapidly duplicate printed (and other!) things on demand is an amazing feat of modern
CZUR ET MAX Professional Book Scanner review Read More
REVIEW – Looking for a stylish way to maximize space in your home? Let me show you the VASAGLE Corner Shelf Stand that you can use to showcase your favorite items while keeping things organized. I’ll walk you through the entire assembly process. Don’t worry, it’s quick and easy, and I even included a 30-second
VASAGLE Corner Shelf Stand review – More room to display your favorite things Read More
REVIEW – If you’ve been 3D printing at all, you’ve hopefully been able to get everything all dialed in and have some awesome success with prints… Only to have them inexplicably start to not come out okay, usually after a couple of weeks (or longer). That’s where a filament dryer can come in quite handy.
EIBOS Polyphemus 3D printer filament dryer review Read More
ARTICLE – AI is all the rage these days, and Apple is one among many companies touting how their newest gadgets are using it. In a recent iPhone User Guide, Apple says, “On all iPhone 16 models, you can use visual intelligence with Camera Control to quickly learn more about the places and objects around
How effective is Apple Intelligence at identifying house plants? Read More
REVIEW – One thing I love about reviewing gadgets is trying something that looks new or unique and seeing how it holds up. One that came up recently was the SoundPeats PearlClip Pro earbuds, which use a different mechanism to stay in your ear than any other earbud I’ve tried before. Essentially, it’s a ring
SoundPeats PearlClip Pro earbuds review – Unique fit and style Read More