Author: Juan Carlos Bagnell

Juan has been obsessed with consumer electronics since before computers had GUI’s. Out of college he worked on a JIT computing contract which supported DOE facilities in New Mexico. He’s been featured on numerous podcasts and radio shows lending his tech insights. You can also find him in LA directing voice over actors and producing spoken word recording.
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TicWatch S – Two Years Later! Do smartwatches last?

Do smartwatches really hold up? What should we expect from a less expensive smart accessory? Over the last two years, the TicWatch S has been one of my main wearables, but it’s nearing the end of life for support. I’m about to replace it with the TicWatch Pro, so let’s take a look back at how well it was supported! How a company supports a product is helpful when deciding to purchase from that company again. TicWatch Pro 4G video coming soon!
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#SGGQA 105: ROG Phone 2, Orville on Hulu, More Folks Dumping iPhone, 5G Runs HOT

Asus reveals the ROG Phone 2! Are more people leaving iOS for Android than the other way around? 5G might be COOL, but it sure seems to run HOT! And how excited are you for Orville on Hulu?

Let’s get our tech week started off right!

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What stops YOU from using the Google Pixel 3a?

The Pixel 3a is CRAZY overkill for just covering the basics, but that seems to be the main takeaway from a lot of reviewers. So, I’m genuinely asking, what do you do on your phone? What would legit stop you from picking up a less expensive device? Let’s chat! Continue reading “What stops YOU from using the Google Pixel 3a?”

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Huawei MateBook 13 Long Term Review: Pushing the laptop right up to the edge…

Huawei MateBook 13 Long Term Review! It sucks when political drama gets in the way of a good gadget review. I’m totally guilty of letting time pass on this laptop, when I had every intention of revisiting it sooner. How has it held up? Were too many compromises made to reach a lower price? Can laptops like this still compete against ARM powered phones and tablets? Let’s check it out! Continue reading “Huawei MateBook 13 Long Term Review: Pushing the laptop right up to the edge…”

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#SGGQA 104: Assault on Area 51, Snapdragon 855 Plus, and Huawei’s Harmony OS

Qualcomm details the Snapdragon 855 Plus! Microsoft Word has been installed on Android over ONE BILLION times! Huawei is trademarking the name Harmony for a new OS! US Air Force commits to protecting Area 51! And, what’s the deal with Amazon Prime Day?

Let’s get our tech week started off right!

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Nokia 9 PureView Check Up: No News is Probably Bad News…

Popping in for a minute to see where we stand with the Nokia 9. I slow played the review, and carved it up more, to see if HMD could properly support a premium phone built around a crazy camera experiment. Was my patience rewarded? Let’s take a look… Continue reading “Nokia 9 PureView Check Up: No News is Probably Bad News…”

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Creative Outlier Air Review: True Wireless Earbuds – MEGA battery life for cheap!

True wireless earbuds are getting good. Really good. The idea of true wireless for under $100 has been daunting, but when Creative throw their hat in the ring, you have to pay attention. The Outlier Air target a specific kinda lifestyle, and arrive at a VERY reasonable price. Will they be the right fit for you? Let’s take a listen! Continue reading “Creative Outlier Air Review: True Wireless Earbuds – MEGA battery life for cheap!”

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#SGGQA 103: Bitcoin is back, Instagram Shadowbans, and AMD is CRUSHING it!

Elizabeth Warren calls out the FCC for corruption! Bitcoin is back, but so is the power consumption! Deep fakes are getting SCARY good! Apple will kill 3D touch! Instagram is looking to give users the ability to shadowban trolls.

And AMD is having the BEST YEAR EVER!

Let’s get our tech week started off right!

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