Your phone is faster than a laptop.

Well, your phone is PROBABLY faster than a laptop. I don’t know exactly what phone YOU own. The line between pocket computer, and portable computer is getting really blurry. Chances are pretty good that your phone is powerful enough to meet most (or all) of your computing needs. More than just “covering the basics”, let’s see what a smartphone can REALLY do… Continue reading “Your phone is faster than a laptop.”

1More True Wirless ANC In-Ear Headphones Review! Terrible Name! AMAZING EARBUDS!

No seriously.

This is one of the silliest product names for a pair of headphones I think I’ve ever reviewed, but there’s NO joking about this earbud performance.

1More continues to impress with excellent audio quality, surprising noise cancellation, and the best ear fit I’ve ever encountered out of the box.

Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “1More True Wirless ANC In-Ear Headphones Review! Terrible Name! AMAZING EARBUDS!”

#SGGQA 131: Right to Repair in WA, USB-C iPhones, Moto Bumps and Lumps

The US military is starting to advocate for Right to Repair legislation. Washington State examines right to repair. The EU considers a law forcing companies to use USB-C for chargers, but Apple claims that will stifle innovation. Motorola is trying to prepare consumers for FRAGILE folding phones.

And Microsoft is rolling out developer tools for dual screened hardware!

Let’s get our tech week started off right!

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LG Tone Free True Wireless Earbuds Review: A second try at cutting the cord…

LG Tone Free review!

True wireless earbuds are all the rage. LG has a solid reputation for Bluetooth neckbands. The Tone Free cut all the cables, and offer up a unique perk for your health.

Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “LG Tone Free True Wireless Earbuds Review: A second try at cutting the cord…”

Choosing the Right Headphones for You! #2020Hearing

To begin at the beginning.

Before we tackle more advanced topics, I think it’s important to start with some of the basics. When we talk about different types of audio solutions, it’s handy to have a chat about the strengths and weaknesses of those different solutions.

For headphones, there’s quite a bit of variety, so let’s take a quick stroll through the options you might want to buy! Continue reading “Choosing the Right Headphones for You! #2020Hearing”

NexDock 2 First Look! Turn your phone into a laptop! IT’S FINALLY HERE!

Your phone is probably crazy powerful. If only you could easily connect it to a decent screen, and use it with a keyboard and trackpad. That would be magical. And for a lot of consumers, their phone is packing all the power they really need.

Yup. A product like that sure would be sweet.

Oh wait! It’s an actual product now!

It’s finally here! Like for reals!

IN MY OFFICE! Continue reading “NexDock 2 First Look! Turn your phone into a laptop! IT’S FINALLY HERE!”

LG V50 on Android 10: New OS, New UX, AND A DESKTOP MODE!

LG released a major update for their workhorse phone. Not only Android 10, this brings a whole new user interface, and LG polished up Google’s desktop mode!

There’s a LOT going on here. With so much custom software and a heavy skin, was performance impacted?

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “LG V50 on Android 10: New OS, New UX, AND A DESKTOP MODE!”

#SGGQA 130: FBI iPhone Unlocking, EU Charge Cables, Android 10 on the LG V50

The FBI has cracked an iPhone 11, but the Justice Department is still pressuring Apple to unlock iPhones. The EU is still looking to force manufacturers into using a universal charging cable. Google is detailing the end of Chrome Apps.

And I’ve spent the weekend with Android 10 on the LG V50!

Let’s get our tech week started off right!

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