REVIEW – As a photographer, a nice photo displayed in a complimentary frame is considered “a thing of beauty”. However, like many photographers, we simply have too many favorite pictures to frame, and the cost to do so and the space required to display them is simply prohibitive. In these days of advancing technology, Digital […]
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NEWS – One of the fun aspects of writing reviews and news items on audio gear is discovering companies with a passion for sound. I recently stumbled across Clear Tune Monitors and their Vintage Series of in-ear monitors (IEM) that blend a 50s hot-rod look with a modern flair. The monitor shells sport a retro
CTM’s in-ear monitors are clearly tuned from the past and into the future Read More
NEWS – Need a new backpack? Check out the Game Theory before settling for a regular bag. The Game Theory bag, like many you’ve seen on the market, is quality-made with a water-resistant exterior, reinforced stitching, padded interior, and an ergonomic design with breathable back support. But Game Theory ups their… well, game… with both anti-theft and travel-friendly
Is the Game Theory bag the perfect anti-theft travel bag? Read More
If you’re like me, you probably take a lot of pictures with your phone. Flipping through pics on our phones is fun, but most of us don’t get a chance to enjoy them OUTSIDE of the phone. One way to do that is to print the pictures and one solution that can help you with
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NEWS – This week we are bringing you info about four different crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like to travel, love music, and more. MultiGrip | 25+ Tools-In-1 Utility Everyday Carry Multitool What is it? MultiGrip is a stainless steel multi-tool that has
MultiGrip and T’Spin EDC tools, Lyd bottle, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns Read More
NEWS – One of the frustrating parts of reviewing and recommending audio gear is that the price usually reflects the quality. With rare exceptions, that means the cost is more than many are willing to pay. However, as time passes, prices drop simply because great tech trickles down into more affordable gear or the same
V-MODA permanently cuts prices on award-winning products Read More
REVIEW – At home, I do most of my “work” at my computer desk paying bills, sorting papers, and staying up late. Lighting up my workspace has always been a little tricky since the computer screens themselves give of light and can get in the way. The BenQ ScreenBar Plus is a lamp that sits
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NEWS – Nightstands are usually small, so you need to maximize the usefulness of anything you keep on them. The Twelve South HiRise Duet packs a lot of utility in a small footprint to earn its place there. It charges your iPhone, charges your Apple Watch, and puts the Watch in Nightstand mode to serve
Charge your iPhone and Apple Watch in half the space with Twelve South Read More
NEWS – Everyone knows that a tiki torch is a bamboo torch common in Tiki culture which is also a popular party decoration. But what the heck is a TikiTunes? TikiTunes is actually a portable 5-Watt indoor/outdoor Bluetooth speaker that looks like a tiki torch. The speakers LED flame emits a flickering, atmospheric light just
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REVIEW – It’s time to check back on a handful of our past reviews and articles that have been updated with new info. This is our way of letting you how well the products that we review stand the test of time weeks, months, and even years after we first brought you our reviews. The
Julie’s favorite gear, Click and Grow garden, Netwon Mail, and more – Review updates Read More
NEWS – I love a good notebook for my bullet journal. Specifically, one with a heavyweight paper (dot grid or plain) that has a smooth feel and is bright white. I discovered Archer and Olive on Instagram and fell in love with their constellation cover designs and super thick (160gsm) paper, so that I can
Archer and Olive release new notebooks Read More
REVIEW – Here we go again on my earbud journey. I won’t repeat my intro from this continuing series on my quest for the best earbuds for my individual taste, but I have another opportunity to keep going with these, so let’s have some fun. What is it? The YEVO Air Bluetooth earbuds are a pair of
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NEWS – Have you noticed how some organizer bags are filled with fiddly little straps that require you to carefully wrap your charging cables before you can fit them in? Or how some pockets are sized exactly to fit one particular brand, but you don’t have that brand and your gadget doesn’t fit? With the
Organize your gadgets and accessories in the Tech Folio from Waterfield Read More
I used to be addicted to Diet Coke. But then I became sensitive to caffeine and had to cut out all caffeinated drinks. I took this problem and turned it into my motivation to stop drinking artificially sweetened drinks. But the problem is that I really missed fizzy drinks. For a while, I made my
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NEWS – I love what Bellroy is doing with their innovative carry products; the Duo Tote Pack made my list of favorite products in 2017 (see the review here). Now they’ve added two 22-liter daypacks to their collection that give you a *bit* more room for your stuff. The Shift (top left, $229) is a
2 new styles of backpack goodness from Bellroy! Read More
NEWS – It’s summer, and it’s hot, and I’ve already seen stories of several children who died in hot cars. Infants, children, and pets (or K9 police officers) die because someone forgot they were in the car and went in to work or to the mall. With the Athena by Eve, no other baby, child,
Protect the lives of your most precious cargo with Athena by Eve Read More
REVIEW – For folks like me and my wife who spend a lot of time working on a laptop or tablet, finding a comfortable position to do so is not always easy. Sometimes I work at night in bed or sitting on the floor or even the sofa. There are many companies that offer solutions for
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NEWS – Here’s a question for you: At what point does the price of a set of speakers matter less and less? In other words, at what price do you stop hearing major differences in audio quality as the cost creeps up? It’s an interesting question that I’ve grappled with for years. Here’s my take:
Fluance raises the affordable bar with their new Ai40 speakers Read More
NEWS – Bike helmets are an important part of your bicycling gear. What’s more important than protecting your brain, right? Bike helmets don’t always look like you’d like, though. The folks at Bike Pretty make bike helmets for folks like them. They describe themselves as: We love matching our nail polish to our favorite vintage
You’ll Bike Pretty with this straw hat bicycle helmet Read More
REVIEW – As I continue to get opportunities to test and review more earbuds, it feels like the battle is heating up and each new addition to the race is getting closer to claiming the title of “Best earbuds for Julian”. These earbuds are the next contenders. Let’s see how they stack up. What is it?
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