NEWS – Last month, I wrote an article about steering clear of several Chromebooks due to them being past their official end of life (no new updates). I’m happy to report that Google has now decided to support Chromebooks made in 2018 and later, for ten years. The Auto Update Expiration policy webpage has changed […]
Your Chromebook just got a life extension – Thanks Google! Read More
DEAL NEWS – This 6-in-1 100W charging cable has connections for almost every mobile device on the market. Purchase the InCharge® X Max 100W 6-in-1 Charging Cable for $21.99 (reg. $39). At this point, mobile devices are more than tools to make life easier for everyone. Smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets have rightfully earned their spots
Low battery is no match for this $22 6-in-1 100W charging cable Read More
REVIEW – Having purchased or reviewed quite a few electric scooters now, I’m getting a pretty good idea of what I want in a good scooter. I definitely want enough power and speed to not feel slow and take forever to get to my destination. My most frequent routes cover hills and are usually 10-20
AUSOM Leopard electric scooter review – even better than a mental health walk Read More
NEWS – If you find the screwdriver on your multi-tool isn’t quite large enough to be useful for quick DIY projects, here’s an alternative that I just stumbled upon that might be more useful. It’s the ANEX Ultra Low Profile Offset Screwdriver set. This Japanese-made 3-piece set is designed with a 90-degree slim handle so
This is the most unique keychain friendly screwdriver set I’ve ever seen! Read More
REVIEW – Getting camp ready after a day of hiking or biking can be a peaceful experience, and a perfect way to cap off a day in nature – until it’s time to blow up the sleeping pad with lung power and hope you don’t pass out in the process. I’m being only slightly dramatic,
Flextail Zero Pump review – from tiny to zero Read More
REVIEW – Laser Engraving is fun. I discovered this after reviewing the Two Trees TTS-55 laser engraver. However, that engraver uses only a 5W laser which needed to do 11-15 passes to cut through 6mm basswood. So, when the Two Trees TTS-20 Pro 20W laser engraver came up for review, I wanted to see how
Two Trees TTS-20 Pro 20W laser engraver review Read More
DEAL NEWS – Securing a capable desktop computer can be expensive, except when you find a deal on a refurbished mini. Get this black refurbished Lenovo ThinkCentre M900 i5-6500T on sale for just $189.99 (reg. $349). New edition desktop computers can run up in the thousands of dollars. And for most people’s computing needs, these
Get this refurbished Lenovo mini desktop for $189.99 (reg. $349) Read More
REVIEW – I have been on a portable backup battery kick for the past six months or so. I started off by reviewing the Vanpowers Super Power Pro 2000. It is a great power station but not easily carried around. Next, I reviewed the Mokin Energy Smart PD Pioneer 300W unit. That power station was
FJD Pony 500 Ultra-Portable DC Power Station review – Lots of watts in a small package! Read More
DEAL NEWS – Handle all your computing needs with the power and performance of Apple’s flagship laptop with this refurbished Apple MacBook Pro at almost $1,000 off for just $469.99. Power and portability. Most computer decisions these days boil down to finding your particular sweet spot in that consumer equation. Do you look toward processing
Power up with a refurbished Apple MacBook Pro for only $469.99 Read More
REVIEW – When I was a kid, one of my most memorable possessions was a remote control car. Because this was the technology of the 80’s, it only drove (slowly) for about 10 minutes before requiring a 3-4 hour charging session, but nevertheless I still loved it. Fast forward more years than I’d like to
DEERC Brushless RC Car review – smaller than expected but lots of fun Read More