About HighTechDad
Michael Sheehan (“HighTechDad”) is an avid technologist, writer, journalist, content marketer, blogger, tech influencer, social media pundit, loving husband and father of 3 beautiful girls living in the San Francisco Bay Area. This site covers technology, consumer electronics, Parent Tech, SmartHomes, cloud computing, gadgets, software, hardware, parenting “hacks,” and other tips & tricks.
Articles, Reviews & How-To's on Tech, Gadgets, Family & More
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Articles, Reviews & How-To's on Tech, Gadgets, Family & More
The articles below represent a handful of the categories, topics, and subjects that I’m passionate about.
But if you are looking for something specific, try searching my site.
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If you use the Sleep or DND functions on your iPhone, change this setting now!
If you use sleep or wind down functions, be sure to review your Do Not Disturb (DND) settings to let the right calls to get through. Here’s how!
How To Hide Folders in iOS 14 – iOS Quick Tip
This quick tip for iOS 14 shows you how to easily hide multiple pages within iOS 14 in just a few clicks. Use it to clean up your iPhone.
watchOS 7: Wind Down + Sleep app = Getting a Better Night’s Rest
watchOS 7 coupled w/ iOS has a new activity tracker – sleep! Learn about Wind Down to get a better night’s rest & track your sleep!
Use UV Rays to Zap 99% of Germs on your Device with the KeySmart CleanTray – Review
The KeySmart SmartTray uses UV-C rays to zap 99.9% of bacteria, germs & viruses of smartphones & other handheld items. This review details it.
Ready for macOS Big Sur? Tips to Ensure a Smooth Upgrade using Setapp Apps!
If you’re going to upgrade to macOS Big Sur, take these important steps first (optimize, backup, etc.). These apps from Setapp will help!
Making a Run to Lake Tahoe in the 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
Review of the 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro SUV after 10 days of testing, five of which were in Lake Tahoe. The 4Runner is at home in nature!
The Ecovacs Deebot T5 Robot Vacuum Made my Kids Really Lazy! Learn Why – Review
Review of the Ecovacs Deepot T5 robot vacuum which vacuums and mops as it uses lasers to scan your home’s floorplan – an efficient daily cleaning solution.
This Device Should Be Font & Center in Every Smart Home – Nest Hub Max Review
Review of the Nest Hub Max – a 10″ smart home hub for the Google Home ecosystem with glorious sound, steller HD video, and vast tech integrations.
HighTechDad’s Father’s Day 2020 Gift Guide
This is HighTechDad’s 2020 Father’s Day Gift Guide of family tech and smart home products that have been reviewed on HighTechDad.com. Happy Father’s Day!
Latest Articles
Review: Creative Nova Portable Bluetooth Smart Speaker & Lamp Does It All
Review of the Creative Nova – a portable, Bluetooth smart speaker which connects to Amazon Alexa & also has a built-in LED light & sound machine, all in one!
These 17 Features of the 2019 Chevy Silverado Surprised Me & My Family
A family review of the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2WD RST DBL truck – a surprisingly comfortable & feature-filled truck that moves beyond being a utility vehicle.
Hey Google, Buy a Lenovo Smart Clock For Father’s Day (or Any Day) – Review
Review of the Lenovo Smart Clock with Google Assistant built-in. This small form factor bedside clock responds to voice commands & has a beautiful display.
Adobe Creative Cloud – A Perfect Platform to Test, Learn, and Create
Real-world content marketing examples of how Adobe Creative Cloud enables not only creativity but also agile marketing allowing people to unleash their artistry.
Kanex Foldable Bluetooth Travel Keyboards Bring Your Office Desk On The Road (Review)
Review of two Kanex Foldable Bluetooth Travel Keyboards that are extremely lightweight & connect to multiple devices to let you physically type.
Grads, Dads, Travelers – The North Face Borealis Backpack is Perfect for your Next Journey
June and summer itself are rapidly approaching, and this means you need to start thinking and planning for upcoming travels and adventures, as well as recognizing those dads and grads
Like High-End Speakers for your Stereo, the 27″ BenQ PD2700U 4K Monitor Makes Your Computer Excel – Review
Review of the 27″ BenQ PD2700U 4K monitor which does a great job reproducing accurate colors & has many connectivity configurations for all types of users.
Mother’s Day Gift: Nixplay Seed Wave 13-Inch Digital Frame with Bluetooth Speakers Review
Review of the Nixplay Seed Wave digital picture frame that has 2x5W stereo Bluetooth speakers built in – can be a picture frame, a speaker, or both!
Home Is The Key – But Not Everyone Has the Key to Affordable Housing
Millions of US families simply cannot affort a place to call home. Habitat for Humanity’s “Home is the Key” enables people to get closer to the dream.