Vivo X100 Pro: A BIG Problem with my Favorite Phone Camera

The Vivo X100 Pro has shot almost all of my B-Roll and outdoor footage this year. It’s a monster camera system, and it’s dramatically sped up my video production. It’s one of the absolute best mobile photography options available today, and it embarrasses similarly priced options from Apple and Samsung.

While I love this camera system, there’s one MAJOR issue that is SUPER frustrating to work around… Continue reading “Vivo X100 Pro: A BIG Problem with my Favorite Phone Camera”

Chipolo or Pebblebee? The Easier Google Find My Device Tracker to Setup?

Pebblebee or Chipolo? Exactly ONE YEAR to the day I place orders for these location tracking tags, they finally arrived!

Playing with these new Google compatible trackers, and it’s interesting to see how the setup is slightly different between the two brands.

Checking out the packaging and the setup! It’s exciting to get a look at the new Find My Device network in action!

Which one is easier to setup? Let’s take a quick look! Continue reading “Chipolo or Pebblebee? The Easier Google Find My Device Tracker to Setup?”

When Apple Fans Defend Google: AI Edition!

Apple fans on Threads are CORRECT!

Apple not bringing LLM features to current iPhones and iPads is NOT an indication that Apple is failing to support their products!

So why did we think this was a problem when Google did something similar with Gemini? Continue reading “When Apple Fans Defend Google: AI Edition!”

Gamesir X4 Aileron Phone Controller Review! No Backbone Needed!

Gamesir X4 Aileron Review!

I’m not the biggest fan of backbone style controllers. They don’t often fit the phones I like the most, especially the phones with BIG cameras. Gamesir is trying to make the “cradled” controller more flexible, but getting rid of the spine! Here’s a quick look at the X4!

Let’s play! Continue reading “Gamesir X4 Aileron Phone Controller Review! No Backbone Needed!”

Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 12R: The Best Mid-Range Phone Fight in the USA!

Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 12R! It’s time for a showdown!

These two phones have the same MSRP, but deliver VERY different experiences! Which one is the right fit for your needs?

Let’s FIGHT! Continue reading “Pixel 8a vs OnePlus 12R: The Best Mid-Range Phone Fight in the USA!”

Windows Recall will be a Security Problem for Mac and Linux Users too!

Windows Recall wont just be a privacy issue for Windows users! Even if you’re on Linux or a Mac, every interaction you have with a Windows user will be saved by that person’s Recall. Recall will become a desirable target for malware, as attackers will get access to everything on that system, and EVERYTHING that user has ever seen.

I’m strongly suggesting folks consider contacting elected officials and regulators. We need to encourage companies to do a better job of protecting our data.

Apple Partnering with OpenAI: The End of iPhone Privacy?

Apple and OpenAI are partnering to improve AI on future Apple products, but who is paying who?

We don’t know what the deal looks like, and we don’t know how this will impact privacy and security on the iPhone.

We know Apple is generally fine with selling off your user data to Google. Will this be any different?

OnePlus 12 Camera Conclusion: Like The OnePlus Open, but Less Expensive!

The OnePlus 12 has INCREDIBLE cameras for its price! It’s nearly identical to the performance of the more expensive OnePlus Open, and it gives iPhone Pro and Galaxy Ultra phones a run for their (higher) money. Here’s a quick look at what this phone can do!

OnePlus Open Camera Review https://www.patreon.com/posts/oneplus-open-on-95799017
Continue reading “OnePlus 12 Camera Conclusion: Like The OnePlus Open, but Less Expensive!”