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Microsoft Surface Duo 2 By The Benchmarks: Getting More Done FASTER!

This thing is NO JOKE.

There’s a bit of a gap in AndroidLand.

Android TABLETS are often positioned as inexpensive media consumption devices. If you want a powerful slate, the market points you to either a GalaxyTab, or some other option like a Windows/ChomeOS/iPad.

Handling a Duo 2, it’s refreshing to use a multi-tasking slate, that is also a current-gen powerhouse computer.  While it can be a bit clumsy at times as a phone, there’s a satisfying idea of “doing more” while on the go. This is where we get to see how this radically thin folding slab stacks up to the competition.

Here’s the Surface Duo 2 by the benchmarks! Continue reading “Microsoft Surface Duo 2 By The Benchmarks: Getting More Done FASTER!”

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Vivo X70 Pro Plus Camera Conclusion: Ambitious

Vivo X70 Pro+ Camera Review!

Vivo delivers one of the most ambitious smartphone cameras of the year. Despite some irritating software issues, the pure hardware advantages here are formidable. Phones are quickly becoming the starter cinema cameras for upcoming generations of film makers.

Can this phone satisfy content creators and story tellers?

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Vivo X70 Pro Plus Camera Conclusion: Ambitious”

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Beyerdynamic DT 700 PRO X Review: Fresh AND Familiar (Recorded on the M 70 PRO X Microphone)

DT 700 Pro X Review!

Beyerdynamic releasing new headphones is always going to be worth our attention! A refresh on the classic style of the DT 770 Pro, the 700 Pro X brings a refined casing and a detachable cable. For premium headphones though, what we care most about is the sound!

Do these live up to the classic Beyerdynamic reputation? Continue reading “Beyerdynamic DT 700 PRO X Review: Fresh AND Familiar (Recorded on the M 70 PRO X Microphone)”

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TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra WearOS Smartwatch Review: 3 Day Battery! Now with AFib Detection!

TicWatch Pro 3 ULTRA GPS review!

The best WearOS watch gets better! Offering three days of smartwatch use, OR 45 days of fitness tracking, Mobvoi is refining the heart tracking tech for even better health results. A new “beat to beat” sensor detects IHB and AFib, and the new colored backlight is fun to customize!

We should probably talk about this watch’s processor though…

Here’s to better health! Continue reading “TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra WearOS Smartwatch Review: 3 Day Battery! Now with AFib Detection!”

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Infinix Note 11 Pro: Budget Beauty

Infinix Note 11 Pro first look!

It’s a LOT of hardware for the cash! BIG screen with 120Hz. BIG battery with a low power SOC. BIG camera numbers. Let’s take a look at a phone that has the BIG numbers for not a lot of cash! Continue reading “Infinix Note 11 Pro: Budget Beauty”

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vivo X70 Pro+ and Pro By the Benchmarks: An Exercise in Restraint?

There’s an interesting thing happening in phones, a quiet trend of product differentiation. Likely a factor influenced by component shortages, and at the same time, a more competitive market than many enthusiasts might assume.

In the gadget lab, I have two phones from Vivo. They’re both called “X70 Pro”, but one is a “Pro” and the other is a “Pro+”. There are numerous small differences between the two phones, but one significant difference, SOCs from two completely different chip suppliers. The Pro+ is using the best Qualcomm has to offer, a Snapdragon 888+. The Pro is equipped with the best chip available from MediaTek, the Dimensity 1200.

Vivo has accomplished something impressive, that these two phones “FEEL” like members of the same family. That said, we do get to take a look at how these kinds of hardware differences can impact performance.

Here are the Vivo X70 Pro and X70 Pro+ by the benchmarks! Continue reading “vivo X70 Pro+ and Pro By the Benchmarks: An Exercise in Restraint?”

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vivo X70 Pro+ vs X70 Pro: Zeiss Cameras LET’S GO!

MY FIRST vivo PHONES!

X70 Pro and Pro+ are in the GadgetLab! We’re doing this!

I LOVE premium phones that deliver a specific focus. Vivo’s partnership with Zeiss delivers one of the most feature complete camera platforms I’ve ever used on a smartphone.

It’s a video FULL of firsts! My first vivo! My first phone with a Snapdragon 888+! My first phone with a Dimensity 1200!

Thankfully, no matter which SOC you choose, you’re going to get a monster performer built for content creation. We’re only just starting. Let’s dig in! Continue reading “vivo X70 Pro+ vs X70 Pro: Zeiss Cameras LET’S GO!”

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IKKO Zerda USB DAC Review: BIG Sound, Small Price, MAGNET CABLE!

Apple Music Lossless, Amazon Music HD, Quboz, or Tidal. You want to get ALL the music you pay for.

Ikko delivers a terrific followup to the original Zerda and the Music Patch DAC. Taking a listen, let’s share some thoughts on treating your ears! Continue reading “IKKO Zerda USB DAC Review: BIG Sound, Small Price, MAGNET CABLE!”

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