REVIEW – I’ve reviewed several DLP LCD projectors here, as well as bought a couple on my own for various purposes throughout my life. The Bomaker Cinema 500 Max projector has the best image quality I’ve seen so far in a sub-$500 projector, and overall I was pleasantly surprised with the features and performance, though […]
Bomaker Cinema 500 Max projector review – solid Full HD projector Read More
REVIEW – The TCL 30 XE 5G smartphone was just released for T-Mobile customers as a new budget phone option. When the price was announced for the 30 XE, I confess I lowered my expectations. Should I have? Will this device be good enough to replace my aging $400 current phone or will it end
TCL 30 XE 5G smartphone review – Not much to hate for $198! Read More
NEWS – During their “Peek Performance” event on Tuesday, Apple announced a range of updated and new products. From new colors for existing products to a brand new Mac and display, Apple showed off a few modest updates as well their first new Mac model in a long time. New Colors New for the iPhone
Apple Spring 2022 Event Wrap-up – iPhone, iPad updates and Apple’s newest Mac model Read More
REVIEW – A few years ago, I reviewed a couple of robot vacuums that were amazing at what they could do. Over the years I continued to use them but also noticed that on many occasions the floors were not properly vacuumed or mopped. Fast forward to today, and I get to test and review
Dreametech Bot W10 Wet and Dry robot vacuum review Read More
REVIEW – Since “cutting the cord” years ago I’ve had the opportunity to try out pretty much every TV media box. I’ve run my media collection and streaming apps through Rokus, TiVos, Amazon Fires, Chromecasts, Xboxes, Playstations, Macs, PCs, Smart TVs, and my all-time favorite, Nividia Shields. Just know, the Nividia Shield hands down outshines
UGOOS UT8 Pro Android TV Box review – A buggy powerhouse that’s not ready for prime time Read More
REVIEW – The old rule is “invest in shoes and sheets”. You spend a vast amount of time walking the earth or sleeping in bed, so why not make these experiences as comfortable and fulfilling as possible? The Perfectly Snug Smart Topper is a mattress pad to improve sleep quality with climate control and air
Perfectly Snug Smart Topper review – adds heating and cooling to your existing mattress Read More
ARTICLE – If you’re anything like me, you have drawers and shelves full of products that you purchased, used, and then shelved after updating to new products or getting bored with them. I call them my drawers of misfit gadgets (as a nod to the island of misfit toys in the classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
REVIEW – Now that I have another driver (with a fourth starting this summer), I’ve been on the lookout for a high-quality dash cam for my son’s car to serve as another set of eyes in the event of a collision or other incident while he is on his way back and forth to school.
Nexar Pro Dual Dash Cam review – See outside and INSIDE your vehicle Read More
REVIEW – When we were kids, my sister and I enjoyed watching birds from our bedroom windows. We each kept notebooks where we recorded the birds that we would see. Dorky? Yeah, but we loved it and it was before I even knew that bird watching was a thing. When I was offered the Netvue
Netvue Birdfy Feeder Cam review – a smart bird feeder that doubles as a security camera Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Today I have 4 interesting Kickstarter campaigns for products that I’d love to try myself! Roadie Coach: Music Tutor, Smart Recorder & MIDI Controller What is it? Roadie Coach is a multi-tool for guitar, ukulele players, and singers. It clamps on the instrument and can be used as a music teacher/coach that