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XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low Voltage Landscape Light

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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).

Butterfly Sleep Pillow

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Butterfly Sleep Pillow Review: Fly into Better Sleep!

I don’t always sleep well. Every fitness tracker I’ve ever tested has given me poor marks for being flail-y while I sleep. All this was compounded by having to sleep on my back after surgery last year, which led me to realize I needed to up my pillow game. The Butterfly Sleep Pillow promises to be the pillow for any kind of sleeper, so of course, I had to give them a true torture test by using it for my rather disjointed sleep experience!

Kobo Clara Colour

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Kobo Clara Colour Review: Enjoy Reading Your eBooks in Full Color!

I’ve always had a soft spot for Kobo readers and ebooks. They’re the biggest true competitor to Amazon, and while they’re often underrated here in the USA, they make phenomenal hardware that often rivals or beats their Kindle competitors. So I was beyond excited to test out the Kobo Clara Colour, and it has blown me away!

Puckipuppy Hummingbirds on a wooden bridge

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Puckipuppy Hummingbirds Electric Bike Review: Foldable, Portable, and Powerful

The Puckipuppy Hummingbirds is a convenient electric bicycle that folds for storage and offers a powerful motor with a great battery capacity. Not lacking in features, the foldable Hummingbirds offers an LED display, front and rear suspension, a 7-speed transmission, disc brakes, and an LED headlight. Retailing at $699, it’s a pretty good value for any commuter.

BLUETTI AC300+B300 in the portable trolley cart

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BLUETTI AC300+B300 Modular Power System Review: A Home Battery Backup Solution That Can Expands to Meet Your Needs

With unpredictable weather and electricity outages becoming commonplace, the BLUETTI AC300+B300 is a compelling 3,072Wh zero emissions and eco-friendly LiFePO4 home backup power solution with a modular design so you can start small and add to it as money allows. You can pair as many as two AC300 units and eight B300 expansion batteries for a total of 24,576 Watt Hwatt-hours (Wh); you can even tie the system into your home’s grid. How big and powerful your backup system ultimately becomes is up to you, but it all starts with the BLUETTI AC300+B300.

ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight Review: Better iPhoneography on the Go

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ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight Review: Better iPhoneography on the Go

A few years ago, I backed a Kickstarter project for a photography grip designed for the iPhone. This nifty gadget transformed the iPhone into a DSLR-like camera, making it easier to capture high-quality photos. Fast forward to today, and the iPhone’s MagSafe technology has revolutionized how accessories connect to our devices. Enter the ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight, two products that leverage MagSafe to enhance your mobile photography experience.

Shokz OpenSwim Pro Review: The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Bone Conduction Headphones

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Shokz OpenSwim Pro Review: The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Bone Conduction Headphones

Doing laps in my inground pool is a great full-body workout, but let’s face it, swimming laps can get monotonous. Enter the Shokz OpenSwim Pro, a game-changer designed to revolutionize your swimming experience and beyond. Let’s explore how these headphones stand out from their predecessor, the Shokz OpenSwim, and why these Bluetooth-enabled headphones are so impressive.

Sonos Roam 2 Review: Convenient Bluetooth, WiFi and Apple Airplay 2 Integration in a Truly Portable Speaker

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Sonos Roam 2 Review: Convenient Bluetooth, WiFi and Apple Airplay 2 Integration in a Truly Portable Speaker

Sonos consistently sets the bar high with its innovative, high-quality multi-room speakers. As an avid user of Sonos products, I’ve integrated their speakers into my home, leveraging their seamless connectivity and superior sound quality in every room. Their latest offering, the $179 Sonos Roam 2, is a portable speaker option that allows you to have Sonos sound just about anywhere.

Canon EOS R50

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Canon EOS R50 Content Creator Kit Review: An Inexpensive, Compact, Lightweight Powerhouse

The Canon EOS R50 is a compact, lightweight, mirrorless camera aimed at content creators looking to improve their game. It has many advanced features and some very impressive specifications. It is the culmination of marrying an RF-S Mount version of the Canon M50 with the sensor and processor from the R10. The result is one of the lightest mirrorless cameras on the market, with a 24.2MP APS-C sensor and the ability to shoot full-width 4K. Combined with the social media-friendly shooting modes, the R50 is well-suited for content creators ready to challenge the limits of their smartphones.

Nomad Tracking Card Review: A Better Wallet Tracker Than AirTags

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Nomad Tracking Card Review: A Better Wallet Tracker Than AirTags

As a fan of Nomad products, I was thrilled to get my hands on their latest release, the Nomad Tracking Card. This innovative device is designed to solve a common problem many of us face—misplacing our wallets. And boy, do I misplace my wallet… frequently. It is thin, rechargeable, and a great EDC addition.