“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.
HTD Tech Briefs
View all →January 25, 2016
Wink-ing Cree Connected Light Bulbs On and Off
The Cree Connected LED Light Bulb, in conjunction with the Wink Hub (or other IoT hub) allows you to save energy while also automating your home. Review of the Cree Connected LED Light Bulb.
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January 19, 2016
Run Internet Connections through Electrical Power with NETGEAR PowerLine (PL1000)
Want to create an easy network for computers or other devices with almost no configuration/wiring? Try the NETGEAR PowerLine for plug-and-play connectivity.
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January 17, 2016
Adding a Nightlight is a Snap with the SnapPower Guidelight
Looking to add an automatic, cost-efficient & permanent nightlight that requires no wiring & doesn't take up a plug? Check the SnapPower Guidelight out!
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January 12, 2016
25 Things My Family Liked About the 2016 Kia Sorento
Review of the 2016 Kia Sorento SX Limited AWD SUV which turns out to have quite a bit of great features for families.
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January 6, 2016
Homido Provides VR Headsets Better than Cardboard & Less Expensive than Others
Looking for a budget-conscious yet comfortable & functional VR Headset for watching Virtual Reality & 3D content? My review of the Homido & Homido mini!
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December 16, 2015
How the Brydge Keyboard Transforms an iPad Mini into a MacBook
Review: the bluetooth-connected Brydge keyboard can transform an iPad Mini, Mini 2 or Mini 3 into a MacBook practically, and it even has backlit keys!
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December 10, 2015
HighTechDad’s 2015 Tech Gift Guide of Reviewed Products
This is HighTechDad's 2015 Tech Gift Guide of products that have been reviewed by Michael Sheehan (HighTechDad) during 2015.
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December 8, 2015
Parent & Child Drones, Drone Safety Tips & Parrot Bebop & MiniDrone Review
Review of the Parrot Bebop & MiniDrone as well as drone safety tips. The MIniDrone is ideal for learning & teaching while the Bebop is more advanced.
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November 30, 2015
Twelve South BookBook iPhone Case Review – Made For Book Lovers!
Review of the Twelve South BookBook iPhone case which looks like a vintage, antique book but provides protection and security to your iPhone.
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November 27, 2015
Ding Dong: Ring Doorbell Brings Wireless Video & Voice to your Door
Review of the Ring doorbell which gives you a motion detection video camera with 2-way voice dialog and a doorbell that rings anywhere you are connected.
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November 26, 2015
Sphero Ollie: Getting In Touch with your Rollie Pollie Dark Side
Review of the Sphero Ollie Darkside - a bluetooth controlled programmable robot that you can drive indoors and out. Do tricks, change colors, spin and more.
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November 16, 2015
Review: Schlage Sense Secures your Door without Keys
Review of the Schlage Sense - an iOS-connected, motorized touch-screen security dead bolt with a backlight keypad.
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