“Hardware” collection
Explore the physical components and high-performance peripherals that power the modern digital environment. This category features rigorous testing of computing hardware, advanced power solutions, and durable equipment built for demanding tech enthusiasts.
HTD Tech Briefs
View all →December 22, 2018
August Smart Lock Pro Review – Integrates with your Old Deadbolt & other Smart Devices
Review of the August Smart Lock Pro which retrofits with your existing deadbolt lock & integrates with other smart devices. Operate it locally or remotely.
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December 10, 2018
Forget the Smart Home Hub, Brilliant is a Smart Switch that Controls It All, Brilliantly – Review [Updated]
Review of the Brilliant smart switch and controller. Brilliant integrates with many leading smart home products for lights, heat, security, music, and more.
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December 3, 2018
Meural Review: Interact with Artwork from around the Globe on a Digital Canvas in Your Home
Review of the Meural Canvas - Meural is a high-end digital picture frame with a subscription service that has 10,000's images from international galleries.
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November 27, 2018
Creative Stage Air Review – Inexpensive Yet Solid Sound Delivery for a Battery-Powered Soundbar Speaker
Review of the Creative Stage Air, a battery-powered, Bluetooth speaker that looks like a high-end soundbar. Good sound quality for the low price!
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November 18, 2018
9 Things I Love about the Swissgear 5358 USB ScanSmart Backpack – Review
Review of the Swissgear 5358 USB ScanSmart Backpack - a backpack with lots of storage compartment, ergonomic design, and some tech suprises as well!
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November 13, 2018
The HighTechDad 2018 Holiday Tech Gift Guide of 25+ Reviewed Products
Shopping for tech gifts for the holidays? Read the HighTechDad 2018 Holiday Tech Gift Guide of 25+ Products that have been reviewed on HighTechDad.com!
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November 2, 2018
PepCom Holiday Spectacular 2018 – HighTechDad Awards for Tech and Gadgets at the Show
HighTechDad awards for tech companies at the PepCom Holiday Spectacular 2018 media event. These awards reflect a variety of categories for tech and gadgets.
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October 30, 2018
The Xiaomi PHILIPS ZhiRui Smart Bedside Lamp is Perfect for My Daughters’ Room! Here’s Why!
Review of the Xiaomi PHILIPS ZhiRui Smart Bedside Lamp which is an LED lamp with a variety of smart color scene options and lighting configurations.
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October 16, 2018
After 8 Days Using the Apple Watch Series 4, These are My Top 8 Observations
Review of the Apple Watch Series 4 after 8 days of usage. Compares features, design, and functionality against the Apple Watch S3 (& previous generations).
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September 29, 2018
OMG, the Omigo Toilet Seat Cleans Butts While Saving the Environment – Review [10% Discount Updated – 7/2/20]
Review of the Omigo Toilet Seat which uses heated water & spray nozzles to clean your undersides after you do your "business." It's both easy to install and even easier to use.
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September 21, 2018
Bring Your Kids To Work Every Day with the Nixplay Iris WiFi Cloud Digital Frame
Adding a Nixplay Iris digital WiFi frame to your desk at work makes work more enjoyable. My review of the cloud-connected Nixplay Iris digital frame.
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August 6, 2018
Hey Busy Parents! The Tovala Steam Oven & Meals Is Your Automated, Personal Chef (Review)
Review of the Tovala Steam which cooks with steam, convection baking, & broiling. Tovala Meals are healthy & delicious & perfect for busy parents & professionals. The combination of the two is a life-saver for families looking to have healthy meals with minimal prep and cleanup time.
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