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iQOO 13 Review: Return of a Flagship Killer

Maybe no longer a “killer flagship”, at least not by how we judge cameras…

The iQOO 13 is in the GadgetLab, and it’s my first spin with a Snapdragon 8 Elite. This was the phone I used to test against the Oppo Find X8 Pro in our By The Benchmarks article, and it’s a screamer. Even though it loses every fight I can stage against the Dimensity this year, we should still celebrate a GREAT transition for Snapdragon chips.

The iQOO 13 is billed as a hot-rod performer, and it’s about as close to a gaming phone as we can get, without adding more gamer hardware. I have a LOT of thoughts! Continue reading “iQOO 13 Review: Return of a Flagship Killer”

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Apple’s Terrible Support Scammed My Grandmother…

Ok. I am actually saying Apple scammed my Grandma.

From retiring an iPad that still worked, to selling her cloud she didn’t need, my grandmother owns PREMIUM gadgets (from the world’s most popular/profitable) manufacturer.

Where’s the support? Isn’t that what Apple is supposed to do well? Continue reading “Apple’s Terrible Support Scammed My Grandmother…”

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If You Use CapCut, You NEED This Chip in Your Phone!

Make CapCut EVEN FASTER!

I prefer LumaFusion, but when I test phones, people often ask if my LumaFusion tests relate to CapCut. Breaking in the new Dimensity 9400 and Snapdragon 8 Elite chips, I figured it was time to try a CapCut comparison.

The results were not close…

Related:
Oppo Find X8 Pro By The Benchmarks: Dimensity 9400 vs Snapdragon 8 Elite! Continue reading “If You Use CapCut, You NEED This Chip in Your Phone!”

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Oppo Find X8 Pro (Global) Review: One of the BEST Phones of 2025 is Already Here!

Oppo Find X8 Pro review!

One of the best phones of NEXT year is already here! Quad cameras and a monster new chip from MediaTek, the Find X8 Pro is a powerhouse device. It also gives us a sneak peek at what OnePlus might deliver soon…

Oppo Find X8 Pro By the Benchmarks https://www.patreon.com/posts/oppo-find-x8-pro-116415747 Continue reading “Oppo Find X8 Pro (Global) Review: One of the BEST Phones of 2025 is Already Here!”

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MediaTek Dimensity 9400: Refining and Adapting to an AI Future – Interview with Dr. Finbarr Moynihan

MediaTek’s Dimensity 9400 SOC is already showing up in phones people can buy TODAY.

I sat down with Dr Finbarr Moynihan from MediaTek for a quick chat about the direction the company is heading on mobile performance, and how they’re refining their products from last year. Continue reading “MediaTek Dimensity 9400: Refining and Adapting to an AI Future – Interview with Dr. Finbarr Moynihan”

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Retro Features Make it a Great Laptop! Panasonic Let’s Note FV4 Review

Panasonic FV4 Laptop Review!

It looks kinda old. It’s a laptop with a REMOVABLE BATTERY. It has kind of a weird touch-pad.
But it all kinda works for me.

Panasonic’s new laptop is not labeled a TOUGHBOOK, and I think business users and travelers will appreciate that. I just wish it was easier to buy… Continue reading “Retro Features Make it a Great Laptop! Panasonic Let’s Note FV4 Review”

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Saramonic Ultra Wireless Microphones: Putting RODE and DJI on Notice!

Saramonic Ultra Review!

What happens when a budget brand goes PRO? We get some fun gear to play with! Sporting great sound quality and a rugged build, the Ultra pack in a few tricks that audio pros will appreciate. Thankfully, these mics wont break the bank!

Let’s take a listen! OUTSIDE!

Saramonic Ultra on Amazon https://amzn.to/48GpYk7

Save 10% on the Saramonic Ultra when you use promo code “SOMEGADGETGUY10” when shopping on the link here: https://saramonic-usa.8lvxaf.net/o4R1Y9 Continue reading “Saramonic Ultra Wireless Microphones: Putting RODE and DJI on Notice!”

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The BEST MacBook Dock Apple WONT Sell You! Thunderbolt 4, Dual Monitors, and TWO SSDs!

Acasis TBU405 Pro Review!

This is one of the most powerful laptop hubs I’ve ever used. Not just supporting Thunderbolt 4 and multiple displays, but also acting as a portable RAID enclosure for up to 8TB of storage! Plus it’s super easy to set up!

Let’s take a look!

Acasis on Amazon https://amzn.to/3NMY2Bv Continue reading “The BEST MacBook Dock Apple WONT Sell You! Thunderbolt 4, Dual Monitors, and TWO SSDs!”

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