Reviews

The author's home lit by the Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight

Reviews, Outdoors

Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight Review: Durable, 4500-Lumen Smart Lighting That Offers Versatile Customization

Hong Kong-based Govee is a well-established manufacturer of smart home lighting and appliances. Their smart lighting products include gaming lights, TV lights, and wall lights, many of which we have reviewed at Gear Diary. In this review, we look at the Outdoor Triad Floodlight. Although usable for indoor applications, the Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight features an IP66-rated metal body and IP67-rated control box, making it rugged enough to be used in almost any outdoor environment. I can attest to its weather resistance. I shot sample footage (below) during a fairly strong rainstorm. The floodlight enclosure has a minimalistic look and…

xSuit Air

Reviews

XSuit Air Review: A Superb Suit for Summer Travel and Every Day Wear

It might be easy to think of the xSuit Air as the ultimate travel suit. After all, it is breathable, machine washable, resistant to wrinkles, and repels odor even after a long, hot day. But the xSuit Air isn’t just for travel. This “travel suit” is also a great way to look clean and professional daily when the temperature rises.

Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer Review: So Efficient That You'll Never Have to Manually Skim Your Pool Again!

Reviews

Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer Review: So Efficient That You’ll Never Have to Manually Skim Your Pool Again!

For the past two years, Aiper’s robotic pool cleaners have been helping us get the most out of our backyard oasis. While we still get weekly professional cleanings, an Aiper robot keeps the pool bottom and sides debris-free between cleanings. But what about surface debris? That’s where the recently introduced Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer comes in. It promises to be the missing piece of my “clean pool puzzle,” and it delivers.

xShirt 4.0 in Black

Reviews

XSuit XShirt 4.0 Review: My New Favorite Dress Shirt, Especially When Traveling

I reviewed the xSuit some months ago and was impressed. Recently, the company sent me their xSuit xShirt 4.0, and I became an instant fan. In the realm of dress shirts, the xShirt 4.0 stands out as a technological marvel. The xShirt 4.0 is packed with features like maximum stretch, wrinkle resistance, and breathability; it’s designed to cater to the modern professional who values comfort and style. Let’s look at the xShirt 4.0, its key features, and my experience using it.

Hey Grill Hey 12 Pack—Rubs & Sauces Review: A Plethora of Delicious Flavors to Spice Up Your Summer!

Reviews

Hey Grill Hey 12 Pack—Rubs & Sauces Review: A Plethora of Delicious Flavors to Spice Up Your Summer!

As summer rolls on, time spent outside cooking and playing is at an all-time high. If you’re like me, you cook outside several times a week and have a wide range of culinary choices. The awesome folks at Hey Grill Hey have a fantastic collection of rubs and sauces that will keep your dishes delicious year-round, and their Hey Grill Hey 12 Pack—Rubs & Sauces is a great way to add delicious flavors to everything you make.

3 Legged Thing Legends Jay Carbon Fiber Tripod System Review: An Excellent Lightweight Travel Tripod with Modular Design and Genuine Personality

Reviews

3 Legged Thing Legends Jay Carbon Fiber Tripod System Review: An Excellent Lightweight Travel Tripod with Modular Design and Genuine Personality

3 Legged Thing is a manufacturer of tripods and related gear. The company started in 2010 in a chicken shed in Stagsden, Bedfordshire, England. From the start, 3 Legged Thing went its own way, adding color, anodized components, and modular design to its products. For this review, I was sent the 3 Legged Thing Legends Jay Carbon Fiber Tripod with the optional AirHed Cine Fluid Head to test.

Cricut Maker 3 + Essentials Bundle Review: Unleash Your Creative Potential

Reviews

Cricut Maker 3 + Essentials Bundle Review: Unleash Your Creative Potential

I am the son and brother of successful artists and enjoy doing creative things; making gifts and items by hand is highly satisfying. I was recently sent the Cricut 3 + Essentials Bundle to try, which has opened up so many creative possibilities. My family and I had a lot of fun testing it while doing several projects, and we have all been impressed by what this device can do.

UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank Review: 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Options Bring Wireless Charging Convenience in Slim Packages

Reviews

UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank Review: 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Options Bring Wireless Charging Convenience in Slim Packages

UGREEN’s product line includes various accessories for the wireless world, including chargers, hubs, docks, banks, cables, and power stations. In this review, we’ll look at two of their power banks, specifically, the 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Magnetic Power Banks. These two models are identical except for their thickness and capacity. UGREEN Magnetic Power Banks are available in black (sometimes called space gray) and white (beige).

XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low Voltage Landscape Light

Reviews

XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low Voltage Landscape Light (4-Pack) Review: Modern Design with App Control

XMCOSY+ offers a range of indoor and outdoor lighting solutions, including string lights, solar pathway lights, landscaping lights, and wall lights. This review focuses on their Low-Voltage Landscape Lights, specifically the XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low-Voltage Landscape Light, which comes in a 4-pack and sells for $159.99. These LED lights are understated and modern, with a stark t-shaped design in black. They are also available in a brown finish.

motorola razr 50 ultra in the author's hand

Reviews

Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Review: The Razr+ 2024 Proves That Mighty Things Can Come in Small Packages

I recently attended the Brooklyn launch for the motorola razr 50 ultra (razr+ 2024) and the motorola razr 50 (razr 2024). In a full-circle moment, Paris Hilton, known for using RAZR phones throughout the mid-200s, was the event’s headlining DJ act; the next day, she was testifying before Congress on her experiences with troubled teen facilities*. Like Ms. Hilton, the motorola razr has come a long way, earning respect; the razr+ 2024 is now a full-fledged Android 14 foldable smartphone with a compellingly large outer display, a nearly imperceptible crease on the folding display, and a highly capable Snapdragon processor.

Ghost of Tsushima Review: The Japanese Matrix

Game Diary, Reviews

Ghost of Tsushima Review: The Japanese Matrix

I was very excited at the mere WHIFF that Ghost of Tsushima would be coming out on PC after an initial console-only release. Many consider this game a resounding masterpiece that sets the standard for any open-world sandbox games that come after. It’s admittedly quite good, actually great in some ways. But in my opinion, it is nowhere near perfect, and I’ll try to explain why while hiding from the lynch mob under my bed. Don’t tell them I’m there.

SUNLU FilaDryer

Reviews

SUNLU FilaDryer S4 Review: Auto Humidity Control Will Dry Your 3D Printing Tears

My son has a name for when 3D prints fail. One time is a fluke; twice is unfortunate, but if they fail more than twice, they become what he calls “cursed prints.” One of the main reasons a print can fail is if the filament is too wet from ambient humidity. So, I was extremely excited to test out the SUNLU FilaDryer S4. Did drier filaments and uncursed prints await us?

The Narwal Freo X Ultra parked in its base station

Reviews

Narwal Freo X Ultra Review: I Put This Sleek Robotic Vacuum to the Ultimate Challenge

If you’ve ever used a robotic vacuum cleaner in a home with pets and/or long-haired occupants, you’ve likely dealt with hair-wrapped bush rollers and random blockages. Poor navigation and frequent dustbin emptying can also create robot vac pain points. If you’re nodding along, you’ll want to check out the Narwal Freo X Ultra. It features 8200Pa suction power, an all-in-one base station that automates mop care, and a zero-hair-tangling brush for efficient cleaning. It’s also equipped with tri-laser navigation and LiDAR 4.0 to avoid obstacles and clean thoroughly. I’ve put mine through hell; here’s how it performed.

Cherry Xtrfy Ngale X Microphone and Boom Arm

Reviews

Cherry Xtrfy Ngale X Microphone and Boom Arm Review: Excellent Sound in a Familiar Form Factor

In early 2023, the German company Cherry joined forces with Swedish brand Xtrfy to become Cherry Xtrfy and now offers a varied line of products, including gaming mice, keyboards, headsets, and, most recently, microphones. The Cherry Xtrfy Ngale X microphone ($189.00) represents the top of the line, which also includes the Ngale R Microphone ($119.00) as well as the UM series, which includes the UM 9.0 Pro RGB ($149.99), the UM 6.0 Advanced ($109.99) and the UM 3.0 ($79.99).