Apple Watch Series 5: Is it Worth the Upgrade?
Everything you need to know about Apple’s new smartwatch and my take on whether or not the Apple Watch Series 5 is worth the upgrade.
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I’m a technologist, and I love gadgets that add value by simplifying my life or by increasing my productivity. On this blog, I cover Apple, home automation, networking and other technology, and I offer reviews of the products I love. I also share tips, tricks and stories about how I use technology to improve my life.
22 Best iPhone Cases [Ultimate Guide 2019]
In-depth review of the best iPhone cases in 2019, featuring protective cases, leather cases, wallet or folio cases for the iPhone XS, iPhone 8, iPhone XR and more.
Sennheiser HD1 Review – Premium Wireless Headphones with Limitations
The Sennheiser HD1 wireless noise-canceling headphones produce excellent hi-fi sound quality, feature premium materials, and boast minimalist yet aesthetically-pleasing craftsmanship.
Sony WH-1000XM2 vs. MDR1000X Headphones [Review]
This is an in-depth review of the Sony WH-1000XM2 Bluetooth noise cancelling wireless headphones in comparison to their predecessor, the Sony MDR1000X.
5 Simple Steps to Fix Email Problems on Mac, iPhone or PC
Here are five simple steps you can take if you’re unable to send, receive or delete emails on Mac (macOS), iPhone, iPad (iOS), Android or Windows PC.
How to Start a WordPress Blog [Beginners Guide]
If you’re new to blogging and would like to learn how to get started with a blog, then continue reading! This beginners guide explains how to start a blog with WordPress, what plugins you should install, and more. I started blogging in 2012 and knew little about it. As a result, I made many mistakes in …
Top 10 Email Productivity Ideas You Can Implement Today
Spending too much time checking email can hamper your productivity at work and make it difficult to stay focused on your to-do list tasks. Over the years, I’ve refined my email workflow in an effort to boost my personal productivity, and the list below highlights a few of the tips, tricks and tools I’ve found most helpful.
UniFi Video 3 vs. UniFi Protect [Ultimate Review]
The ultimate review of both UniFi Video 3 and UniFi Protect, plus a step-by-step migration guide from UV3 to the next-gen video surveillance platform.
eufyCam – Wireless Security Camera With a 365-Day Battery Life
Review of the eufyCam and eufyCam E, featuring 365 days of battery life and on-device facial recognition. Plus, comparison to Arlo Pro 2, Arlo Ultra and Nest.
How to Rank on Google in 2019 [MarketMuse Review]
One of the biggest challenges faced by bloggers, digital marketing agencies and online publishers of all sizes is ensuring their content performs well on Google — a task that has become increasingly urgent over the past couple of years. That’s because in 2017, the search engine behemoth is estimated to have referred about 35% of …
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The Best Universal Travel Adapters in 2019
I have been traveling internationally for over a decade, and I’ve had a chance to try dozens of travel adapters and plug converters. So I thought it was time to recap my experiences and crown the very best universal travel adapter. As a result, I’d like to present you with: The Top 6 Universal Travel …
Danalock V3 Smart Lock Review
I have used the Danalock V3 for the past few months in my home, and in this review, I’ll share my experience with this integrated smart door lock. Note that Danalock is both the name of a Bluetooth-enabled smart lock as well as the Danish company behind the product. Besides the lock, Danalock also offers …
Bitdefender Box 2 Review – Smart Home Cybersecurity Hub
The Bitdefender Box 2 is a smart home cybersecurity hub that protects your local network and all connected devices from malware, identity theft, hackers, and other threats. Cyber Threats and Smart Home Security Most of the time when we hear of network breaches or the theft of sensitive (personal) information, it’s related to large organizations …
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The 27 Best Productivity Apps for Mac in 2019
Here is a list of the best productivity apps for Mac users, based on my personal experience. Since I continuously stumble across new applications and services, I’ll keep adding to it. So bookmark this post and check back from time to time. While you can download or purchase all of the apps I mentioned below …
PageLines 5 Alternative – Why I migrated to Thrive Themes
PageLines has stopped maintaining its page builder, so I had to start looking for alternatives. I found Thrive Themes and here is the story of my migration.
PIQO Preview – 1080p Projector That Fits In Your Pocket
Update [8/7/2019]: I still haven’t received my PIQO, but others have and disassembled the unit. The findings of those users are shocking and make it relatively clear that PIQO is likely a scam. That’s incredibly unfortunate. The lesson I have learned from this experience is to never preview products again, unless they come from reputable …
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The Best Touchscreen Gloves for Men & Women
In my opinion, Mujjo makes the best touchscreen gloves for men and women because they look incredibly slick, work with all 5 fingers and keep my hands warm.
Ecobee vs. Nest – Hands-on Review and Comparison
Hands-on review, comparing the ecobee4 with the 3rd-Gen Nest Learning Thermostat. Also included: The cheaper ecobee3 lite and Nest Thermostat E.
AirPlay Mirroring Slow? None of the “Fixes” Work?
If you are having issues streaming videos via AirPlay to your Apple TV and none of the other fixes have worked, I might have a solution for you.
iMac Pro Review and Comparison to the 5K iMac – Upgrade Guide
iMac Pro review and comparison with the 2017 5K iMac and Late 2014 BTO 5K iMac I own to help you decide if the new iMac Pro is worth the investment.
Arlo Ultra Review and Comparison to Nest Cam IQ
Review of the new Arlo Ultra 4K home security camera and comparison to the previous leader in this segment, Google’s Nest Cam IQ.
Burkley Leather MacBook Pro Case Review
Review of the excellent Leather MacBook Pro Case from Burkley. Hand-crafted from full-grain leather it only weighs 6oz and is easy to take on and off.
JORD Wooden Apple Watch Band Review
I have reviewed a lot of Apple Watch Bands in the past, but I never tried one made out of wood. For this article, JORD sent me a wooden Apple Watch band with a butterfly clasp. At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect, and I was afraid the strap might pinch the hair on …
SENS8 Security Camera with Siren and Floodlight Review
The SENS8 Light Cam is the first wired home security camera I have reviewed that required drilling a hole into an outside wall of our house. Continue reading to find out how the installation went and if the SENS8 security camera was worth breaking out my tool belt. The SENS8 Light Cam offers a ton …
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Jabra Evolve 75e Review & Comparison
I’m on a quest to find the best office headset that I can also take with me when I’m traveling. For this review, the GN Group sent me the Jabra Evolve 75e, the world’s first professional UC-certified wireless headset. Over the past few weeks, I have had a chance to test these professional earbuds extensively …
Zyxel Nebula Review – Cloud Network Management
Zyxel Nebula is a cloud-managed networking solution consisting of Wi-Fi access points, Ethernet switches, security gateways, and a management console. Zyxel developed Nebula to help business customers and their service providers to manage networking infrastructure more cost-effectively. For this review, I wanted to find out how much value Zyxel Nebula would provide to prosumers who …
Mac Not Going To Sleep? This Might Fix It!
For the past few months, I have struggled with an issue that would prevent both my iMac and MacBook Pro from going to sleep or activating the screen saver. The fact that the display on neither of my two Macs would turn off after a set time drove me nuts, but the worst thing was …
BlvckbyDesign – Matte Black MacBook Pro Case Review
I have never used a case for my MacBooks until BlvckbyDesign reached out to me and asked if I wanted to test their new, ultra-thin matte black MacBook Pro case. I agreed and had used their protective plastic shell for the past few weeks. BlvckbyDesign has created a slick MacBook Pro case that offers outstanding …
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Yohann MacBook Pro Stand Review
Yohann makes a versatile and beautifully crafted MacBook Pro stand that has become one of my favorite accessories. Before cloud storage became a thing, having a desktop in the office and a laptop for traveling meant you had to keep your data in sync manually. As MacBook Pros became more powerful, many users abandoned their …
The Fastest Way To Charge An iPhone (And Android)
Despite the proliferation of wireless charging technology, you’ve probably realized by now that wireless charging is slower than using a regular cable. But even when using a cord, there are significant differences in charging speeds, depending on the power adapter you use. In this review, I’ll answer the question: What is the fastest way to …
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