“General” collection
Access a diverse collection of miscellaneous technology reviews, specialized DIY tool assessments, and unique lifestyle articles. From niche electrical equipment to general digital organization tips, this section covers the broad spectrum of a tech-focused life.
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View all →July 12, 2018
Staying Cool with 12 Hot Features of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 (Review)
Review of the 2018 Mazda CX-9 AWD Grand Touring SUV after a week-long road trip to baking hot LA. My family & I had some favorite cool and hot features!
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June 20, 2018
15 Amazing Features We Discovered in the 2018 Chevy Tahoe on our Trip to Lake Tahoe
Review of the 2018 Chevy Tahoe - 15 amazing features that my family & I discovered on our trip to Lake Tahoe in the Chevrolet Tahoe.
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June 18, 2018
Review: the Quilo Humidifier, Cooler & Tower Fan is a Personal Cooler That Works Great in Low Humidity
Review of the Quilo which is a portable humidifier, evaporative cooler, and tower fan. This gadget really works well if you live in lower humidity regions.
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June 6, 2018
Got Buyer’s Block? 6 Unique Gifts For All Types of Grads & Dads
Stumped on what to get your Dad or Grad? Got buyer's block? Here are six unique gift ideas for Father's Day and Graduation Day, courtesy of BabbleBoxx.
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June 4, 2018
The “Ultimate” Grad & Dad Gift – Ultimate Ears WonderBoom Bluetooth Speaker Review
The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom portable Bluetooth speaker is a great, little speaker that provides surprisingly great bass & highs in a small form-factor. This review also covers the Wonderboom's ability to pair with another Wonderboom for a full, immersive surround sound experience.
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May 14, 2018
Why You Should Write Long-Form Content & Blog Articles
This has always been a debate: which is better - long-form content or short-form content? My opinion is that long-form is better for story-telling. Other experts agree. And Google is smarter now giving longer form QUALITY content a higher rank. My recommendations & other experts' tips in this article.
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May 7, 2018
Why Having a Quality Monitor Like the 4K BenQ EW3270U is Critical To Your Vision
If you stare at a monitor for many hours a day, you can suffer from eye strain or eye fatigue. When shopping for a quality monitor, be sure it has technology to protect your eyes. Review of the BenQ EW3270U monitor - 4K, HDR, 32" diagonal, plus a ton of tech to protect your eyes.
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May 1, 2018
How To Easily Transform Your Desk into a Sit/Stand Desk with FlexiSpot Standing Desk Converter – Review
A sit-stand desk offers many health benefits (even burning additional calories when you stand). But finding one that is stable, looks nice, is well designed, and most importantly, easy to raise or lower is critical. The FlexiSpot ClassicRiser Standing Desk converter does a great job! My review tells all about it.
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April 22, 2018
Hive + OhmConnect = Home Automation, Energy Savings & Saving the Earth
Earth Day is a reminder that we must preserve the resources and environment of our fragile planet. But using home automation & smart home technology, you can conserve energy automatically. Hive & OhmConnect have teamed up to help you save the planet with their services & technology.
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April 4, 2018
Review: BenQ ScreenBar is an LED Desk Light that’s Better than Traditional Ones
Review of the BenQ ScreenBar - an LED light for desks or workspaces that attaches to the top of your monitor and is highly configurable - adjust blue and yellow balance as well as brightness, all without glare on your screen yet lighting your desk elegantly.
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April 2, 2018
OMG! My Wife Loves the Odd JBL Soundgear Personal Bluetooth Speaker
Review of the JBL Soundgear which is an innovative hybrid between a portable Bluetooth speaker and headphones or earbuds. The Soundgear lets you listen to audio almost privately but still hear the world around you using a unique design as it rests on your neck like a collar.
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March 27, 2018
Got a Flatscreen TV with Crappy Sound? Try these Inexpensive Logitech Speakers
Many of the new flat screen TVs don't have very good sound. When you have a thin device, it's hard to put in a good quality speaker. For those situations, an inexpensive Logitech speaker set can make a huge difference. Review of the Logitech Z200 & Z207 speakers.
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