“Review” collection
Discover rigorous, hands-on evaluations and real-world testing of the latest consumer electronics and household tools. These “Dad Approved” assessments provide factual, objective insights into device durability, performance, and value to help you make informed purchasing decisions.
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View all →February 8, 2021
A Headset that Works Around your Ears, Not In Them – AfterShokz OpenComm Bluetooth Headset Review
Review of the AfterShokz OpenComm Bluetooth headset which uses bone conduction to allow an open-ear design for this comfortable and lightweight headset.
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January 27, 2021
Wow! 5 Stages of Air Purification! Review – Okaysou AirMax8L Air Purifier
Review of the Okaysou AirMax8L air purifier - with 5 stages of air purification via multiple filters, the AirMax8L cleans & filters pollutants, pollen, VOCs & more!
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January 24, 2021
Consolidate All of your Plugs with the HyperJuice 100W GaN USB-C Charger – Review
Review of the HyperJuice 100W GaN USB-C charger - allows simultaneous charging of 2 USB-C & 2 USB-A devices including laptops, tablets, smartphones & more. If you want to consolidate chargers, the HyperJuice is the one to get to replace multiple.
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December 20, 2020
Review – Lenovo ThinkVision M14t Portable Touch Screen Monitor – Amazing Monitor To Go!
Review of the Lenovo ThinkVision M14t Portable Touch Screen Monitor. This light-weight monitor is powered through USB-C, requiring no plug, is extremely portable & FHD. It is a perfect companion to any laptop and is fantastic in a family environment with multiple "class-rooms" and "offices."
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December 13, 2020
7 Fantastic Features of the Lenovo Chromebook Duet – Review
The Lenovo Chromebook Duet is both a tablet and a laptop. This review talks about 7+ great features of this reasonably-priced, portable, 2-in-1 Chromebook.
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December 5, 2020
HighTechDad’s 2020 Tech Gift Guide (Updated)
HighTechDad's 2020 Tech Gift Guide - a list of gadgets, smart home devices, and other technology that have been reviewed on HighTechDad over the past year.
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November 28, 2020
Sounds Fantastic & it’s Smart! Review: Nest Audio Smart Speaker
Review of Nest Audio smart speaker, the next generation of Google Home speaker. Easy to set up & even easier to listen to since the sound quality is fantastic.
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November 23, 2020
Mophie 4-in-1 Wireless Charging Mat Review – Charge Up Everything!
Review of the Mophie 4-in-1 Wireless Charging Mat which can charge up to 4 devices wirelessly. Charge an Apple Watch too with USB-A port in back & included holder.
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November 22, 2020
How To Get Rid of that Stinky Water Bottle Smell – Klear Cap Review
Review of the Klear Cap which uses UV-C LED blue light to remove smells, viruses, bacteria, and germs from wide-mouthed reusable water bottles.
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November 14, 2020
Ok Google, Enable Simple WiFi Setup with Nest Wifi – Review
Review of the Google Nest Wifi mesh router and point, an extremely easy to set up, configure & use mesh Wifi router. It supports Google Assistant too!
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October 31, 2020
Look! No filter required! Review: Puripot airFrame F1+ Air Purifier (Updated w/ Video)
Review of the puripot airFrame F1+ air purifier which detects & removes VOCs as well as viruses & bacteria. The best feature? No replacement filter to purchase!
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October 24, 2020
Searching for Ghosts at Winchester Mystery House in the 2020 Chevy Bolt
Review of the 2020 Chevy Bolt EV - tested on a road trip to the Winchester Mystery House. Insights after 10 days with this fun, peppy, and gadget-filled electric vehicle.
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