Crowdfunding Preview: Origem HS-3 Bluetooth Smart EarBuds with HDR Audio

Going hands on with a pair of earbuds while they’re still being crowdfunded is fun! The Origem HS-3 feature some fun hands-free tech tricks, and boast HDR audio capabilities. Exactly what is “HDR Audio”? Let’s take a listen!

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Coolpad Illumina Review: Android at $40?

It’s been a while since I took a look at a TRULY entry level handset. Coolpad sells a phone for $40, and that’s about as cheap as you can go in the USA. Has tech improved enough to push costs this low? How much phone can you REALLY get for two Jacksons?

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Audeze Mobius Wireless Gaming Headphones – The Evolution of Audio

Working with Newegg to shoot something a little different.

I spent some time breaking in the Audeze Mobius Wireless Gaming Headset, and we decided on a more casual conversation, instead of a punchy review. I like companies that show a grown up philosophy on accessories and peripherals. It’s all too easy to crank out disposable junk, and slap a “GAMERZ” label on the box. Audeze approached this market with a little nuance, so our video needed a little nuance. Enjoy!

Bluetooth Audio Quality Showdown! LDAC vs APTX HD vs AAC vs SBC!

I’ve seen a ton of debates and showdowns on different wireless audio solutions. Comparing AAC, APTX, and LDAC is kind of useless if all you can share is anecdotal listening experiences. Doubly so if people are listening on different headphones for their comparisons.

We need something we can measure! Sony and Qualcomm make some pretty steep claims about audio quality. More than just listening, let’s actual analyze some data!

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OnePlus 6T Long Term Review: The most important phone of 2018?

More than just a fingerprint sensor under the screen and cutting out the headphone jack. In a world of $1000 premium flagship phones, improvements to the OnePlus 6T just might make it the most important phone of the year. Let’s take a look!

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KZ AS10 Earbuds Review: FIVE Drivers per Ear – Insane sound for $70

FIVE BALANCED ARMS PER EAR! This is insane.

It’s a shame more phones are getting rid of traditional headphone jacks, as we get these kinds of low cost options for music fans. KZ has a solid reputation for “bang for buck” gear. The AS10 move the company into a higher price tier, but come with some crazy tech packed inside. Let’s take a listen!

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Sennheiser GSP 550 Gaming Headset Review: Grown Up Gaming Audio

I love seeing gamer gear grow up. Out of the nightmarish world of Mountain Dew fueled design, the GSP deliver a healthy crossover of faux militaristic “rugged” and broadcast headset style. Of course looks aren’t everything. Has the sound of this headset grown up as much as the design? Let’s take a look and a listen to the Sennheiser GSP 550!

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LG V40 ThinQ Long Term Review: Is my favorite phone right for you?

The tricky thing about being a tech reviewer, this phone is likely going to be listed as my personal favorite phone of the year. At the same time however, this might be one of the more difficult V series phones to recommend to general consumers. The V40 requires a little more “pro and con” nuance when talking about which gadget might be the perfect fit for you.

Using it as my daily driver for weeks now, does the V40 live up to LG’s claims? Will it deliver some crossover appeal? Let’s take that deep dive!

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