“Tech” collection
Stay informed on the rapidly evolving world of consumer electronics, high-performance hardware, and digital innovation. This central tech hub provides a deep dive into the physical components and software ecosystems that power your modern life.
HTD Tech Briefs
View all →September 18, 2019
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.
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September 15, 2019
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.
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September 8, 2019
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.
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August 26, 2019
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.
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August 16, 2019
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!
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July 26, 2019
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.
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July 10, 2019
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.
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July 4, 2019
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!
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June 9, 2019
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.
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June 4, 2019
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.
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May 28, 2019
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.
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May 23, 2019
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 in your life. These could be finding that perfect gift for high school or college graduates, or for that dad in your life who has wanderlust or just preparing for…
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