Technology Archives

The BenQ treVolo U Is a Bluetooth Speaker for More Than Music

August 19, 2023August 18, 2023Ken Denmead

The treVolo U stands out in a very crowded field of portable Bluetooth speakers because it’s not for music. Or, at least, it’s not primarily for music.

The PolyFan Smart Fan by Dreo Helps Keep Your Home Cool

July 24, 2023July 24, 2023Michael Knight

The Dreo PolyFan smart fan can move air up to 100 feet away and comes with six different modes and the ability to select from eight speeds. It can also be controlled through the app and connects to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

GeekMom: reMarkable 2 Tablets and Accessories Are Slick Niche Tools, If You Can Afford Them

July 5, 2023GeekMom

I’d been eyeing the reMarkable Tablets since the first version came out years ago. Having a place to write things down by hand and never run out of “paper” seemed like a great invention. But it wasn’t until the reMarkable 2 Tablet came out, and now with even more accessory possibilities, that I got the […]

A photo of a black microphone, including its stand and USB-C charging cable.

Raving Review: Dark Matter Sentry Microphone by Monoprice

May 29, 2023May 28, 2023Rory Bristol

Monoprice is out to topple the Blue Yeti, and they pretty much nailed it. Read more to learn the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the Monoprice Dark Matter Sentinel microphone.

Portable DAC/AMPs — The iFi Go Link and Go Bar Are Super Portable Gear for Making Your Headphones Sing

May 27, 2023May 26, 2023Ken Denmead

With Fathers’ Day just around the corner, consider gifting dad an upgrade to his audio experience with these excellent portable DAC/Amp combos from iFi.

Make Virtual Meetings Easier With The CZUR Starry Hub

May 25, 2023May 24, 2023Michael Knight

The Starry Hub is a smart 4K wireless projector that also features a built in 1080 HD webcam which makes it great for virtual meetings. It can project a 150 inch image with clear quality even in a lit room.

3 Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day with BLUETTI

May 10, 2023May 9, 2023Michael Knight1

BLUETTI is running a special promotion for Mother’s Day. These deals are available until May 18th.

Cleaning the Floor is Easier with the Dreo PowerLeap Cordless Vacuum

May 4, 2023May 3, 2023Michael Knight

The Dreo Macro Max S Air Purifier can quickly cycle and clean the air in a room in a matter of minutes and features five different fan speeds along with an automatic mode that adjusts the fan speed as needed to purify the air.

ELEGOO Phecda Laser Engraver and Cutter Kickstarter Campaign Hits the Halfway Mark

April 30, 2023April 28, 2023Paul Benson

ELEGOO has raised over $2.2 million on their first laser engraver and cutter so far.

Attain Power Self-Sufficiency with the BLUETTI EP900 & B500 Home Battery System

April 5, 2023April 4, 2023Michael Knight1

BLUETTI introduces its new EP9000 backup power system which can store energy from solar panels so you can then use it at night or sell the power back to the grid.

ELEGOO Brings Phecda, an Affordable Laser Engraver & Cutter, to Kickstarter

April 3, 2023April 12, 2023Paul Benson

ELEGOO has an affordable machine with a lot of great features. Be sure to head to the ELEGOO Phecda campaign page on April 8th.

Customize Your Gaming Experience With Dream Controller

March 31, 2023March 30, 2023Rory Bristol

Tired of vinyl stickers peeling off of your favorite gaming components? Or perhaps you’re tired of looking at Nintendo’s Neon-styled Joy-Cons? Dream Controller has customization options that may be the solution you’re looking for.

Review: Upgrading Your Wireless Network With The Synology WRX560

March 13, 2023March 13, 2023Mordechai Luchins

I was happy with my existing router, and then someone said the magic words “Wi-Fi 6”. Did it make a difference? Find out!

Commonplace Books Part 6: Automation Revisited

February 26, 2023February 25, 2023Skip Owens

The addition to my previously published and shared commonplace book automation is adding in the ability to annotate the copied text from the book (highlight, underline, or write in my own thoughts on the passage) and then attach that annotated text into the Ulysses entry in my commonplace book.

How My Family Uses Our HomePods

February 22, 2023February 21, 2023Skip Owens

With Apple recently releasing and shipping the latest version of their full-sized HomePod (HomePod 2), I figured this would be a good time to share how my family has been using our two HomePods over the last few years.

BLUETTI Is Ready to Ignite A Romantic Valentine’s Day

February 8, 2023February 7, 2023Michael Knight

BLUETTI has a great sale for February where you can save up to 30% on some of their products.

Stay Warm with the Solaris Max Space Heater by Dreo

January 30, 2023January 29, 2023Michael Knight

The Dreo Solaris Max space heater works great for heating rooms from 100 to 270 square feet in size and is quieter than most space heaters that use a fan.

Purify the Air in Your Home With the Dreo Macro Max S

January 20, 2023January 19, 2023Michael Knight

The Dreo Macro Max S Air Purifier can quickly cycle and clean the air in a room in a matter of minutes and features five different fan speeds along with an automatic mode that adjusts the fan speed as needed to purify the air.

The BLUETTI EB55 Portable Power Station and PV200 Solar Panel Provide Power Wherever You Need It

January 17, 2023January 16, 2023Michael Knight

The BLUETTI portable power station allows you to take your electronic devices with you when away from electricity as well as have power during emergencies.

BLUETTI Has New Year Deals for 2023 and Is Recruiting Heroes for a Documentary

January 16, 2023January 16, 2023Michael Knight

BLUETTI has a great sale for January and is also looking for users of their products to help them create a documentary about how BLUETTI products can improve the lives of people.

Adventures in 3D Printing: The ELEGOO Neptune 3 Pro

December 28, 2022December 27, 2022Paul Benson

The ELEGOO Neptune 3 Pro is a great “out of the box” 3D printing experience.

The Bark Phone is a smart phone that helps keep your kids safe and it looks like a “normal” phone because it is.

The Bark Phone Calls for Children’s Online Safety

December 8, 2022December 7, 2022Michael Kaufman

All the features of the award-winning Bark parental controls system and so much more built into the Bark Phone… a smartphone that the kids will actually want to carry.

The CZUR Fancy Pro Is a Portable Scanner and Webcam All in One

November 2, 2022Michael Knight

The Fancy Pro by CZUR is a professional book scanner, document camera and ultra webcam all in one device.

Explore the Sky as Never Before With the Celestron StarSense Explorer 8″ Dobsonian

October 10, 2022October 9, 2022Paul Benson

The Celestron StarSense Explorer 8″ Dobsonian will give you amazing views of the night sky.

Keep Your Floors Clean With the AIRROBO Robot Vacuum P20

September 30, 2022September 29, 2022Michael Knight

The AIRROBO Robot Vacuum P20 offers a simple and inexpensive way to keep your floors clean.

Bartend with your favorite top-shelf liquors, Bev brings it home.

Another Round From Bev

September 16, 2022September 15, 2022Michael Kaufman

The bev Cocktail Maker Machine automatically creates cocktails with your favorite spirits (and lets you show off your top-shelf choices too).

Take Power with You with the BLUETTI EB3A Portable Power Station

September 14, 2022September 13, 2022Michael Knight

The BLUETTI portable power station allows you to take your electronic devices with you when away from electricity as well as have power during emergencies.

Beautiful Flare bracelets have hidden technology that provides a safe and discreet method for getting out of dangerous situations.

Beautiful Flare Bracelets Provide Personal Security

September 11, 2022September 10, 2022Michael Kaufman

A Flare safety bracelet gives the wearer immediate help with the press of a button, so you can always be prepared, get help faster, and discreetly exit unwanted situation.