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
These articles below are the latest and represent a variety of the categories, topics, and subjects that I’m passionate about.
But if you are looking for something specific, try searching my site.
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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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.
Review: Mophie 4-in-1 Wireless Charging Mat – 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.
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.
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!
iPhone Not Charging? It could be iPhone Navel Lint! – How To Fix It!
This how-to fix it article provides a non-technical solution for a common iPhone not charging issue. Try this solution first before attempting other technical fixes.
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!
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.
Great Multi-Purpose Laser Printer for Home Business or Schooling – Brother MFC-L3770CDW [Review]
Review of the Brother MFC-L3770CDW all-in-one multifunction printer/fax/scanner/copier – a perfect fit for home business or homeschooling environments.
Hidden WordPress Fix for “Sorry, you are not allowed to access this page” Error via WP CLI
How to fix “Sorry, you are not allowed to access this page” on WordPress using WP CLI to easily repair missing items within WordPress.
Latest Articles
Why Pay $300+ For Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Headphones? Review of dyplay Urban Traveller ANC Headphones
Noise-canceling headphones don’t have to cost $100s. Review of the dyplay Urban Traveller ANC Bluetooth headphones – very capable at a fraction of the cost.
Old Fashioned Flood Lights are Boring & Dumb – Feit Makes Them Colorful & Smart – Review
Review of the Feit smart, WiFi-connected floodlight. Add this smart bulb to your smart home & bring automation via Alexa or Google assistant outdoors.
The Autonomous Smart Desk 2 Just Wants You to Stand Up to Work – Review
Review of the Autonomous Smart Desk 2, a motorized sit-stand desk with height memory settings, solid construction, and relatively easy assembly.
Nixplay Next Generation Smart Frame – Nice New Hardware, Same Great Experience
Nixplay has a new next generation smart digital picture frame with a 2K display & updated remote. HighTechDad’s quick review of this digital frame.
PaMu Slide Plus Bluetooth Earbuds Review – Great Sound & Charges Your Smartphone Too!
Review of the PaMu Slide Plus, Bluetooth earbuds with tremendous sounds and a very innovative charging case that can wirelessly charge a smartphone.
7 Reasons Why (If You Have a USB-C MacBook Pro or Air) You NEED the HyperDrive Pro 8-in-2 Hub – Review
If you have a new(er) MacBook Pro/Air that has two USB Type-C/Thuderbolt 3 ports, get rid of those dongles & get the HyperDrive PRO 8-in-2 hub. My review!
How to Cool Any Room By Voice/App/Remote – Portable, Connected Cooling – MIDEA Air Conditioner
The MIDEA MAP08S1BWT is a portable, small room air conditioner that has WiFi control, connects to Amazon Alexa, and is much less expensive than all-home A/C.
Ride.Tech Drives Readers Down the Road of Transportation Technology, Innovation, and Transformation
Ride.Tech is a new editorial website helping you understand the technology trends in the automotive industry – this article discusses what you can find there.
Review: BenQ InstaShow Enables Quick Wireless Presentation & Video (Even at Home)
This review is about the BenQ InstaShow which is an extremely easy plug-and-play wireless video & presentation transmission device – no software needed.