Product Reviews

Whether you work in a traditional office space or work remotely from a home office, personalizing the space creates a conducive environment for feeling productive. One way to make such a statement is with artwork. However, art can be expensive. Except, there’s Ikonick canvas art that makes art accessible to everyone, including startup founders and […]

Robot vacuum cleaners have been around for a few years. In that time, the technology has continued to improve, helping to tame those dust bunnies and clear up crumbs without needing to lug a hefty vacuum around the house. The latest introduction to the robot vacuum line-up is the Neato Botvac D7 Connected Robot Vacuum. […]

In Greek mythology, Sisyphus was the King of Corinth who received punishment in Hades. While there, Sisyphus had to repeatedly roll a huge stone up a hill because it would immediately roll down as soon as he reached the summit. However, in the case of the Sisyphus Table, there is no punishment. Instead, it delivers a […]

With more remote teams and the growing trend to use co-working spaces and huddle rooms to get work done, video collaboration platforms have become a key tool. To help conduct these smaller meetings, LogiTech has introduced MeetUp, an all-in-one conference camera that pulls everyone away from the tiny laptop screen and toward a larger, clear […]

Whether it is at work or home, the quality of air has become an important factor related to ensuring good health and even productivity. Although more air filtration systems have entered the market to help protect us from allergens and toxins, one of the best currently available is the uHoo Indoor Air Quality Sensor. Information to […]

Our fast-paced, high-tech lifestyles often get blamed for a wide range of sleep problems. No matter what your age, insomnia may be impacting your productivity and mood. The eight sleep tracker is a smarter way to get quality sleep. Although numerous mattress companies have sprung up to provide a solution for the insomnia problem. However, […]

Most companies recognize the value of bringing back products that were popular in the past. Giving them an awesome technology update – and boom — new users love it. The bonus: these really appeal to the demand for retro items crowd. Polaroid delivers with its iconic Viewfinder camera. First produced 40 years ago — it’s […]

The office has been contemplating health benefits for some time — like all the time. “How about a bike,” the boss says. “We all have bikes” was the unanimous reply. Living in Palo Alto and having an office here means your transportation choices include walking or riding. If you are thinking about a car, then […]

Although I’ve already begun building my smart home with numerous products reviewed here, I hadn’t tackled our home’s lighting system until I purchased one of the Philips Hue Starter Kits. What had previously stopped me from making the switch to a smart home lighting system was the sheer number of lights in our home that […]

LG has an extensive line of refrigerators but it has recently introduced a kitchen appliance sure to top them all in terms of a smart device that seemingly does it all except cook your meals. The LG InstaView ThinQ refrigerator is a technology marvel. Here is my product review of this smart refrigerator. Unique Product […]

 Artificial intelligence is the latest trend in technology, and its application cutting across all fields. It’s all about technology mimicking biological intelligence. Here are three ways tech startups are using AI to revolutionize customer experience. Customer experience is becoming the hallmark of business growth. Tesla’s self-driven cars, Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa, albeit popular are […]

The number of mattress brands is expanding rapidly. How do established mattress companies stack up in the age of straight-to-your-door competition?

This morning I opened up my brand new Motorola Verve 200 Earbuds and excitedly paired them with my phone ready for a day of listening to music and work phone calls. The pairing process could not have been easier and within seconds they were ready to go. I dutifully followed the instructions that came with […]

As a tech guy and a parent, I’ve been torn about the trend over the past few years where kids as young as five have their own smartphone. All over my kids’ school, I see young kids with iPhones and Android phones. Here is Gabb Wireless: A smartphone for kids to keep them safe and […]

More companies have opted to work without expansive offices and have remote teams. However, that large conference space is not always available. Instead, companies make do with whatever they have to stay connected. Thanks to new devices like the Poly Studio, it’s possible to turn any space into a conference or huddle room to conduct […]

There are more robot vacuums now available to help you automate this household chore that no one seems to enjoy doing. I have to admit in our house; no one willingly volunteers to push around a manual vacuum cleaner. That’s why I decided that, with pets and kids, an easier cleaning option might be to […]

There are numerous holders and stands available for your mobile devices and the rest of your tech gadgets. However, one company caught my eye because of the full range of stands and holders they offer for everything from laptops and smartphones to tablets and Apple Watches. Plus, they even have holders for the car. Although […]

With more remote workers as well as the growing use of podcasts, Webinars, social media channel live streams, and video conferences, companies need to have high-quality webcam equipment to deliver the best experience. And, for me, that’s what Logitech BRIO webcam delivers. This webcam has great resolution and visibility. Here’s why. 4K Resolution and Visibility […]

As a homeowner, I’ve embraced smart home technology by adding numerous devices designed to reduce energy consumption and use natural resources wisely. The smart devices have helped with the regulation of the lighting and the air and heating in my home. Now, I am looking at ways to adjust to how I use water. The […]

Baseus, a well-known consumer electronic brand headquartered in China that makes everything from chargers, hubs, and protectors to IOT and gaming devices, small household appliances, and cables, is using Kickstarter to launch its latest product. I was fortunate enough to get a pair of these Tag earbuds, early, from the manufacturer to try out and […]

Priced at $70, the Cherry DW 9000 Slim keyboard and mouse combo is a cool-looking wireless combo for your remote work environment. Here’s my review of this modestly–priced wireless desktop keyboard-and-mouse combination. Here’s my review. Wireless Keyboard Features There are status LEDs for the CAPS LOCK, NUM and SCROLL keys. The keyboard also has durable […]

Every time I think I’ve got all the tech gadgets I ever need, someone comes along and proves me wrong. A case in point is the Anker PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 dock. It transforms one Thunderbolt 3 port into every port you will need as a Mac or Windows user. While there are so many good […]

Headphones have become a larger part of our life — from video conference calls for our remote work to video games and moving streaming. While headphones are being used to hear better — there has been a growth in noise-canceling headphones to block out surrounding noise, too. Working from home during COVID has made having […]

I can’t imagine anyone telling me they actually like doing a plank. Maybe there are a few fitness junkies out there that love to plank, but most of us just think about the pain and then decide we don’t need superior abs. However, the Stealth Core Plankster aims to change that pain and make it […]

We would love to find that cellphone provider who gives us coverage everywhere. The reality is — it’s not possible. But, what is a game changer is to use a cell phone signal booster, which is also known as a signal repeater and cellular amplifier. The cell phone booster device may be the most helpful […]

More of us are finding we are sitting for longer periods of time at our desks — even more so while working from home. The sedentary lifestyle is not doing any of us any good. Beyond a standing desk, I decided it was time for me to do something more than just choosing not to […]

With more remote workers than ever before, having a reliable connection for participating in video conferences and conducting other project work has become critical. However, our castles may not have been built with connectivity in mind. The result is that many of our homes have dead spots that cut certain rooms off from WiFi. And, […]

Recently, I reviewed the Papalook webcam with USB and microphone. And, while it had great features, I wanted to compare another webcam that a colleague recommended, especially when it’s priced at only $90. Here’s what I thought after trying the AUSDOM AF640 webcam. About AUSDOM Although this manufacturer is most known for its wireless headphones, […]

Air purifiers are becoming a hot commodity as more of us work from home and want to make sure we have the best working and living environment for ourselves and family. The latest one I picked up to try for my home was the Okaysou AirMax 8L medical grade air purifier because it noted it […]

Remote work has definitely impacted how much time we now spend on everything from a video conference to video chat. Plus, more people continue to create videos for everything from YouTube and TikTok to Instagram Reels and Facebook Live. With the inability to meet in-person to create company videos, people are having to make do […]

The hand mixer has been a long treasured appliance in our house. It’s been through so many holiday meals not to mention all the recent baking we’ve found ourselves doing while stuck at home. Like everything else where we’ve cut the cord, the hand mixer has also gone cordless. KitchenAid has been our family’s go-to […]

No one particularly likes to be tied to any kind of cord, especially when it comes to trying to get through housecleaning duties as quickly as possible. Cordless vacuums are becoming more popular as a convenient cleaning appliance. It also helps to have something lightweight to zip around and catch all those dust bunnies on […]

Technology is part of every product and aspect of our lives. It has even changed how we go camping. The case in point is that the tents made by Heimplanet. I recently purchased their Backdoor tent model to try out these inflatable, pole-less tents, which are so different from those that my family used when […]

There are so many gift companies that now make it easy to find something unique to thank a client or colleague as well as recognize a talented individual on your team. One gift company that is attracting more attention is Giftsuite for its uniquely curated and themed gift boxes. To introduce the company, I want […]

One of the latest robotic vacuums to hit the market is Roborock’s newest model, the S6 MaxV. The newest ones like this robotic vacuum also do the mopping, too. Here’s my review. About the Roborock S6 MaxV The Roborock S6 MaxV is one of the largest robotic cleaners available. It’s packed with features but still […]

In search of the best online mattress company, I recently tried one of the more luxurious, pricey online companies to see if their new Airweave Mattress Advanced had the right sleep stuff. Here’s my review. Backed by Technology The company offers a Web-based app to conduct body measurement analysis. The information serves as the basis […]

From college campuses and workplaces to around town, electric scooters are gaining in popularity across the country. I’ve been eager to try one out so I started with the Gotrax Xr Elite Electric Scooter because this brand has been making a wide range of electric scooters for some time. Here’s my review. About the Electric […]

One of the most difficult parts of taking care of a swimming pool or a hot tub is making sure the water is clear and has balanced chemistry. Often, we rely on pool professionals because doing it on our own often leads to cloudy water and even algae. Now, there is a product designed to […]

With summertime approaching and the ability to go back to enjoying the lake, beach, and parks, it’s time to get out the coolers to take food and drinks along for the day. I’ve dragged all types of coolers with me for years and only recently noticed that some now come with wheels — including YETI. […]