NEWS – At under five inches, the ECS LIVA Mini Box QC710 Desktop packs plenty of power and a wide array of slots for home or business use, all for $100. We’re well into the 2020s, and workers shouldn’t have to choose between size and power any longer when it comes to their computers. Desktops […]
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REVIEW – I love coffee so much that I drink it pretty much all day. I’ve had many coffee machines in the past, and a couple of espresso machines. However, my espresso machine experience was many years ago. When the ILAVIE 20 Bar espresso machine review offer came along, I decided I would try one
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NEWS – The Hang Smart Wall Easy Install Mount is a no-fuss DIY solution for mounting your flatscreen TV or monitor. What makes it unique is that no stud or drilling is required. The Hang Smart offers robust support and is engineered to securely hold TVs up to 100 inches or 150 lbs. With Hang
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REVIEW – I am getting ready to go on the longest vacation trip of my life in a few months. We will be gone for 13 days on a seven-day Alaskan cruise and a three-day land trip to Denali National Park. I know that electrical outlets and charging places will be hard to come by,
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DEAL NEWS – This Lenovo ThinkCentre M910Q Tower refurb only has minor signs of wear and tear, but it still has 16GB RAM, a 512GB SSD, and a super low price of $179.99. If you’re looking for a solid computer with mid-range specs and a remarkably low price, Lenovo might not be the first place
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REVIEW – Printing on small stuff can be challenging and aggravating, if not impossible. I’ve misloaded envelopes countless times (add growling and snarling sounds here), and printing even smaller labels was out of the question. Now, it’s easy with Bentsai’s BT-HH6105B2 handheld printer. What is it? The Bentsai model BT-HH6105B2 is a rechargeable, pistol-grip, hand-operated
DEAL NEWS – Home and office workers all need one important piece of gear besides a computer: a comfortable chair. For a limited time, SIHOO is offering more than 20% off their M18 Ergonomic Office Chair on Amazon. This is an ergonomic office chair designed for people who are big and tall and features a
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NEWS – See nature a whole new way with this portable Handheld Pocket LCD Microscope that boasts a handy four-inch screen, now just $81.99, over 15% off its regular price! Whether you’re on a quiet nature walk or are simply enjoying a little fresh air in your backyard, there’s no denying the world is full
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REVIEW – When it comes to electronics, smaller is always better. I like to think that the ability to pack supercomputing power into palm-sized devices is a trade-off for the grand promises of the past, like flying cars. Intel’s Next Unit of Compute (NUC) mini PC series is the perfect example of how useful small
REVIEW – The prevalence of rechargeable items, rechargeable batteries, and power banks has revolutionized life off the grid. But what to do when you’re out of juice? It’s time to set up your panels and refill that battery. I have a Rophie 100W Portable Solar Panel to review. Read on to see what I think!
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DEAL NEWS – Need a mini PC to help you finish your work without taking up all the space on your desk? Then the GEEKOM Mini A5 Mini PC could be an excellent choice for you. It’s powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H. Despite its compact size, this pint-sized powerhouse is designed to fit
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REVIEW – I’ve been in IT since the first PCs came to the personal market. I have used quite a few keyboards in my time. In the beginning, they were all mechanical. The clickity-clack clickity-clack of the IBM PC keyboard still rings in my ears. Since those days, most keyboards have gone the way to
NEWS – I’ve been testing the latest OnePlus smartwatch. It’s the OnePlus Watch 2 Wear OS/Android watch. Although I can’t compare it to the first OnePlus Watch because I didn’t get a chance to review it, I can tell you that after only a few days wear it, the new Watch 2 has impressed me.
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REVIEW – Over a year ago I reviewed the Vari Curve Electric Standing Desk 60″x30″ and I love it. It has helped reduce my lower back pain and I try to stand as much as I can throughout the day now. I recently moved to a new office so it was the perfect opportunity to
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REVIEW – Apple computers have a lot of advantages over PCs, but connectivity isn’t one of them. For literally decades, I was a dedicated Apple user, and as such, I was burned every time Apple decided to sunset another connection option. I still come across Firewire cables and adapters in random corners of my apartment.
NEWS – YSMART LONDON is back with another crowdfunding campaign (it’s their 10th). This time, it’s for the YSMART MQ5 quick-release rechargeable flashlight. At first glance, it looks like a small flashlight you can attach to your belt loop, backpack strap, etc. But it has some extra features that make it very desirable, at least
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REVIEW UPDATES – Today, we have a handful of review/article updates for you. There are updates to my favorite gear page, the mini PC (Acemagic) malware article, a Canon printer review, a sprinkler system review, and more. You should know the drill by now, click the link to the review and then scroll to the
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REVIEW – Doing laundry isn’t one of my favorite jobs, but it’s as sure as death and taxes. Clothes get dirty, and keeping them clean can be a pain. LG’s WM6998HBA Washer/Dryer Combo makes the chore easier with a boatload of fancy features. I liked it so much I bought the companion “Sidekick” washer! What
The Mission Continued ARTICLE – A while back, I got the opportunity to build a custom mechanical keyboard with a budget of $300, where I got to source all my own parts. I had a lot of fun picking out switches, stabilizers, and barebones keyboard kit. With my budget, I decided to go with a
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REVIEW – Phones cost enough that a case is all but required to protect your investment. That doesn’t mean you can’t still show off your phone or your personal style. ESR’s Classic Hybrid MagSafe Case offers lots of protection in a clear package and for my review they also sent along their Power Bank Wallet
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