Catch That Perfect Baby Smile With Dimples Photo App
Running on iOS, Dimples uses facial recognition to spot that elusive moment when a child smiles, then snaps a series of photos allowing you to choose the best.
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“Forcing” Your iPhone Silent With Apple Watch
If you or someone you know is suffering from the stereo cacophony that emanates from the Apple Watch owner who insists on having audible alerts on both their iPhone and their Apple Watch…there is a cure!
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TimoLabs Corbett Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
The Corbett speaker is far from the only waterproof Bluetooth speaker I’ve reviewed. (It seems lately as if GeekDad has been flooded with Bluetooth audio requests.) Aside from the common feature of being waterproof, there’s very little that this speaker bears in common with the others.
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iClever Bluetooth Earbuds — A Safety Solution for the Active Geek
Outdoor solo recreation can be unsafe when wearing headphones. These Bluetooth headphones address 4 safety concerns for the active geek.
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NueVue iPhone Cases: Stylish Protection, a Clean Screen + Vegan Options
For the past few weeks, my wife and I have ditched the traditional snap-on cases for our iPhones in favor of slip cases from U.K.-based NueVue.
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GeekDad Review: Nomad Ultra Rugged Battery Cable for iPhone
The Nomad Ultra Rugged Battery Cable for iPhone combines a rugged battery cable for the iPhone with a built-in battery.
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PERI Duo: The Hardcore Music Lover’s Multi-Function iPhone Case
My 16-year-old daughter has been helping me out with a new device that’s aimed squarely at her demographic. That would be young, music-loving, social, iPhone-toting individuals who frequently tax the limit of their smartphone’s battery.
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Four iPhone 7 Plus Cases Reviewed
When Apple released the iPhone 7 Plus, I upgraded. I was happy with the performance of my iPhone 6, but the dual camera on the 7 Plus won me over. A new iPhone means new cases, and I’ve been test-driving four of them recently.
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IPhone 7 Plus: Mobile Photography Game Changer
When I upgraded to a new iPhone this round, I also made the jump to the larger size model. My iPad Mini’s display has been failing and I thought I might be able to kill two birds with one stone. But primarily, I was intrigued by the dual-lens camera system Apple put in the iPhone 7 Plus. Its optical zoom capability is a game changer.
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Eyn iPhone Storage Case
Check out our review of the Eyn Storage Case for the iPhone
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Have iPhone 7. Need Bluetooth Headphones.
Blow all your money on the new iPhone but need new headphones? Zagg has you covered.
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Mario Jumps Onto iPhone, ‘Pokémon GO’ Evolves on Apple Watch
Yesterday’s Apple event saw a number of big reveals, but surely none were as shocking as the arrival of Nintendo’s own Shigeru Miyamoto to announce the impending release of ‘Super Mario Run’ for iOS.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 vs Mac
Lenovo ThinkPad X-1 vs. Macbook Pro, iPad, and iPhone.
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Otterbox uniVERSE Case: PolarPro Accessories Roundup
PolarPro knocks its accessory lineup for the Otterbox uniVERSE case out of the park.
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I Hate Passwords
Do you hate creating and remember passwords? So do most of us. But what are the alternatives?
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‘The Adventures of Pan’ Brings Its Epic Conclusion to iPad and iPhone
There are multiple hours of enjoyment to be had with this interactive story, but some of that enjoyment is undermined at times by lack of clarity in how the young user is expected to interact with the elements in particular scenes.
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Dog & Bone Wetsuit Impact Case: Make Your iPhone Pretty Much Everything-Proof
Dog & Bone just sent me one of their Wetsuit Impact cases to try out with my iPhone 6. Waterproof, shock proof, dirt proof, and snow proof, it should protect my phone from pretty much anything Mother Nature can throw at it. And my clumsiness, too…
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Apple’s Wasteful Press Event
According to Apple’s Senior VP of Marketing, having an older computer is shameful. You know what I think is shameful? That attitude. In fact, I think it’s downright harmful.
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Plugged Crown Headphones: A Solid, Extremely Comfortable Option
Plugged’s object was to create a new headphone offering with style, quality, and performance but at a price that most people can afford. Did they succeed?
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The Tech21 Evo Endurance IPhone Case Brings Extra Juice in a New Way
What makes this battery case special? It’s what’s inside that counts.
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GeekDad Review: Aukey Optic Pro Wide Angle Camera Lens With iPhone 6/6s Case
The cameras included with smartphones are pretty good these days, but you’re stuck with the lens that’s built in. Unless you go around the hardware limitation with an add-on lens…
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Otterbox Defender Modified for Photojojo Iris
How to modify an Otterbox Defender iPhone 6/6+ case to fit Photojojo Iris lenses.
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Festivus of Gadgets (Products That Disappointed Me in 2015)
Last year, I decided to post a wrap of the gadgets I’d bought or tested during the year that found a way to fail spectacularly. That seemed to go over fairly well, so I’m doing it again this year, with the 2015 edition of my Festivus of Gadgets.
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HTC One A9 Is the Android Phone the iPhone Wants to Be
HTC was making smartphones before the iPhone came to town. Now, they have to face a crowded market and dealing with their design being ripped off. Want to see why Apple is imitating them? Read on.
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Photojojo Iris Lens Series: Sweet Optics for Your iPhone or Samsung
Photojojo has made some ‘professional optics for everyday photographers’ that take great pictures and are easy to use. The Photojojo Iris is available for the iPhone 6/6+, 6s/6s+ and Samsung S5 and S6.
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Review: Twelve South’s HiRise Deluxe Has Changed My Workflow Forever
Finding a way to interact with your phone while sitting at a desk doesn’t have to be a compromise.
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Review: Huawei Watch Takes Android Wear High End
Smart watches! Everyone wants one, and every company is making one. Is Huawei’s Watch a must-buy, or should you say bye-bye? Also, check out details of an upcoming Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale.
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GeekDad Review: iClever QY8 Sweatproof Bluetooth Sports Earbuds
My wife has been helping me out with testing a pair of wireless earbuds aimed at the active set: the iClever QY8 Sweatproof Bluetooth Sports Earbuds.
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Review: Life With the Belkin PowerHouse Charging Dock Duo
A review of the Belkin PowerHouse Duo charging dock, a minimalist dock built for charging two iOS devices simultaneously.
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GeekDad Review: AtomicX Bluetooth Headphones
while ago, I reviewed the TACO Bluetooth speakers from iDea USA. I was pretty impressed with the value that dual-speaker Bluetooth system offered. The company also sent a set of Bluetooth headphones, the AtomicX. These were a bit more of a mixed bag.
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