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A slide of the home place on the HP FilmScan 5" TouchScreen Film Scanner

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HP FilmScan 5″ Touch Screen Film Scanner (HPFS500) Review: Unlocking Family History One Slide at a Time

There are gadgets that make life easier, and then there are gadgets that make life meaningful. The HP FilmScan 5” Touch Screen Film Scanner falls somewhere in between. On the surface, it’s just a device that converts your old slides and negatives into digital files. But in practice, it has the potential to bring back people, places, and entire eras you thought were lost to a shoebox in the back of a closet.

Heybike Mars 3.0 Review: A Folding E-Bike With Big Power, Smooth Suspension, and Features That Punch Above Its Price

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Heybike Mars 3.0 Review: A Folding E-Bike With Big Power, Smooth Suspension, and Features That Punch Above Its Price

Charles and I have reviewed numerous electric bikes over the past few years, including several from Heybike. And if you know us, you know we don’t just test bikes for a day and call it a review. We unbox, take initial rides, and then put them to actual use. Since getting the Heybike Mars 3.0, I’ve ridden it all around town, including sketchy stretches of gravel — our town has terrible roads — and I’ve been impressed. Really impressed. Here’s why.

Towel Boy Budsie

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Budsies Custom Plush Toy Review: How to Turn Your Child’s Scribbles into Huggable Art

There’s something special about seeing a child’s drawing, a favorite book character, or even your own goofy doodle come to life — but Budsies takes that idea and quite literally stitches it into a soft, huggable reality. If you’ve ever looked at a picture and thought, “I wish this was a plush toy I could hug,” this is your chance. The real question is whether it’s worth the price and the wait.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Gen 10 on the author's desk

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Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Gen 10 Review: A Lightweight Dual-Screen Laptop with Serious Multitasking Skills

There are laptops, and then there’s the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i Gen 10, a machine that refuses to pick just one screen and call it a day. This is a dual-screen OLED laptop that wants to be your everything: your workstation, your sketchpad, your movie screen, your note-taking companion, and maybe even your portable creative studio. Lenovo clearly looked at a regular clamshell laptop and thought, “Cute. But what if we just… doubled it?” The result is a device that is simultaneously delightful and a little maddening, brilliant and occasionally frustrating, but always interesting. And that’s part of its charm.

Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset Review: Audiophile-Grade Sound in a Top-Tier Gaming Headset

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Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset Review: Audiophile-Grade Sound in a Top-Tier Gaming Headset

Southern California-based Audeze has been manufacturing headphones since 2008 and has gained a reputation as a premier developer of planar magnetic headphones. In this review, we look at their wireless gaming headset, the Audeze Maxwell Wireless Gaming Headset. Audeze produces three lines of headphones: audiophile, professional, and gaming. The Maxwell, first introduced in 2023, has garnered much praise, with many calling it the best wireless gaming headset. It seems that Audeze has made a few improvements since its launch; we review the latest version here.

Cricut EasyPress 3 and Cricut Hat Press Review: Pro-Level Heat Transfers Made Easy at Home

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Cricut EasyPress 3 and Cricut Hat Press Review: Pro-Level Heat Transfers Made Easy at Home

Becoming a maker with Cricut products has been an enjoyable journey. Their machines and tools enable the creation of high-quality items quickly and easily at home. The Cricut EasyPress 3 and the Cricut Hat Press expand that creative toolbox even further, making it possible to add professional-quality heat transfers to clothing, hats, and gifts. These two products have quickly become favorites in our home crafting setup.

Chitu Systems FilaPartner E1 Review: The Dual-Chamber Filament Dryer Every 3D Printer User Needs

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Chitu Systems FilaPartner E1 Review: The Dual-Chamber Filament Dryer Every 3D Printer User Needs

Whether teaching technology classes or working on personal designs, I use a 3D printer several days a week. The biggest enemy of 3D printing is humidity, which affects the filament and can ruin print quality. Proper drying of the filament ensures consistent extrusion, stronger prints, and professional-level results. The Chitu Systems FilaPartner E1 Filament Dryer keeps the filament dry and stored.

Sunnto Run

Health and Fitness, Reviews

Suunto Run Review: Tap Into Your Fitness Potential with the Ultimate Workout Companion

If you spend any time reading up on fitness watches, you probably know the name Suunto. They’re a Finnish company that lives and breathes fitness and outdoor exploration; they started in 1936 making compasses, and now they make everything from watches to headphones and heart rate sensors. We were excited to get the chance to test out their Suunto Run watch, and it’s clear this was made by a company that loves fitness!

DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station

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DJI Power 2000 Portable Power Station Review: A Reliable Lifeline When the Lights Go Out

When the lights flicker during a summer brownout or vanish in the middle of a winter storm, the difference between chaos and calm comes down to one thing: backup power. Portable power stations have become essential, and the DJI Power 2000 enters this market with the confidence of a small-scale power plant. It may seem odd that a company known for drones is tackling blackouts, but inside this sleek box is unmistakable DJI DNA, with a sharp design, fast performance, and a few quirks. The real question? Is the DJI Power 2000 the backup your home can count on?

JLab x MrBeast Wired Gaming Headset

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JLab x MrBeast Wired Gaming Headset Review: Solid Sound and a Decent Mic at a Very Low Price

JLab Audio, the American consumer audio brand, has partnered with American YouTuber MrBeast on a wired gaming headset, headset stand, and line of chocolate treats called Feastables. JLab Audio started out producing budget-friendly in-ear headphones but has grown to offer a wide range of premium audio products, including high-end in-ear and over-ear headphones, wireless models, and Bluetooth speakers.

The front display of the 2025 Motorola Razr Ultra

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2025 Motorola Razr Ultra Review: Three Months with the Foldable Flip-Phone That’s Still the One to Beat

There’s a certain smugness that comes with flipping your phone shut to end a call. It’s dramatic. It’s final. And in the age of flat slabs that all look like they’ve been cut from the same uninspired block of glass, the new Motorola Razr Ultra makes a statement. Yes, it folds. Yes, it’s a great fidget toy. And yes, it’s got enough processing muscle to make you forget that flip phones used to be “basic,” because this one is anything but.

Segway GT3 SuperScooter Review: Speed, Comfort, and Smart Features in This Practical Premium Ride

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Segway GT3 SuperScooter Review: Speed, Comfort, and Smart Features in This Practical Premium Ride

I’ve ridden my fair share of electric scooters over the years- from lightweight commuters to oversized off-road monsters- and I can say this: the Segway GT3 SuperScooter is something special. It hits all the sweet spots and offers an amazing experience. It’s not trying to be the fastest scooter in the world, but it blends real-world speed, premium build quality, and thoughtful features in a way that makes it both fun and practical.

Toro 60V MAX 900 CFM Brushless Leaf Blower Review: Gas-Powered Performance Without the Hassle

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Toro 60V MAX 900 CFM Brushless Leaf Blower Review: Gas-Powered Performance Without the Hassle

You might balk at the idea of spending $360 on a battery-powered leaf blower, but after spending a couple of months with the Toro 60V MAX 900 CFM Brushless Leaf Blower, I can say it’s more than just a pricey convenience; it’s a serious workhorse. It tackles heavy yard work like a gas blower but without the maintenance, fumes, or noise. I wanted something powerful yet easy to grab from the garage and use on the fly; Toro delivered. This blower is fast, efficient, and, most importantly, ready whenever I am, with no cords, no gas, and no drama.

SteelSeries QcK Performance Series Mousepads Review: 3 Variants Offer Gamers Speed, Control, or Balance

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SteelSeries QcK Performance Series Mousepads Review: 3 Variants Offer Gamers Speed, Control, or Balance

SteelSeries manufactures a wide-ranging line of gaming gear, including headsets, microphones, controllers, mice, and keyboards. They also offer a diverse line of mousepads available in various sizes and materials. In this review, we look at the QcK Performance Series Mousepads. The line of mousepads offered by SteelSeries is extensive, including models made of different materials, including micro-woven cloth and hard polyethylene, and in a range of sizes from the typical 12.6″ wide by 10.6″ high (320x270mm) to the desktop size 63″ wide by 31.5″ high (1600x800mm).

AMZCHEF Tankless Water Heater

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AMZCHEF Tankless Water Heater Review: A Compact, Energy-Saving Option for Hot Water on Demand

If you’ve ever stepped into the shower only to be greeted by icy water because your old tank heater ran dry, you know the misery of being last in line. Traditional water heaters can only store so much, and once it’s gone, you’re shivering. Tankless water heaters promise a better experience: endless hot water on demand, lower energy use, and a fraction of the space. This review is a little unusual because the AMZCHEF Tankless Water Heater I tested is no longer available. However, an upgraded version will be available soon, and similar models from other brands are available now.

Group of friends enjoying the ENSO Electric Hookah

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ENSO Electric Hookah Review: A Sleek, Smoke-Free Upgrade to the Traditional Hookah Experience

Over the years, I’ve reviewed a wide range of products, from portable monitors and e-bikes to leather MagSafe wallets, but every so often, something crosses my desk that breaks the mold entirely. Our friends at AirVape sent us the ENSO Electric Hookah, and it is one such product. At first glance, it appears to be a sleek home décor piece or a high-end speaker. But beneath that minimalistic, modern shell lies a surprisingly innovative device that reimagines a centuries-old tradition for the modern age.