Windows on ARM TERRIBLE Software Support (Except for ALL These AMAZING Apps)!

AKA “What’s on my Surface Laptop 7!”

We keep hearing it. ARM PC’s are AWFUL for software support, and NOTHING works!

Except, many people have been using them for years, and we seem to be pretty productive on them.

Here’s a quick rundown on what I have on my Surface Laptop 7, and maybe we can chat about the VAST MAJORITY of programs that are working well on ARM PCs? Continue reading “Windows on ARM TERRIBLE Software Support (Except for ALL These AMAZING Apps)!”

ONIX Alpha XI1 Portable DAC: A Tiny BEAST of Delicious Audio!

TREAT YOUR EARS!

The folks at ONIX are collaborating with the team at Shanling to make a small USBC Dongle DAC.

The hook here though, this is one of the most powerful portables I’ve EVER tested.

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “ONIX Alpha XI1 Portable DAC: A Tiny BEAST of Delicious Audio!”

AceMagic X1 Laptop Review: Dual Displays are Kinda Funky…

It’s such a funky concept. AceMagic is experimenting with hardware for productivity and multi-tasking users.

It’s standard fare for the brand, save money by using an older Intel CPU, but the second screen hinge is decently sturdy.

For all the hardware novelty though, I’m mostly concerned about the software (and malware) situation… Continue reading “AceMagic X1 Laptop Review: Dual Displays are Kinda Funky…”

I know Routers aren’t sexy. This Asus Portable Router is pretty darn sexy!

I flipping love this thing.

It’s one of those gadgets that seems kinda “meh” when you read through the press release, but then the more you use it, the cooler it gets.

If you’re the “IT Department” for you family, this is the kind of gadget that can make your life A LOT easier. Continue reading “I know Routers aren’t sexy. This Asus Portable Router is pretty darn sexy!”

Six Years Later: Are Folding Phones Done?

Asking a legit question, and curious what folks thoughts are. Phones with a hinge that bend and fold, we’ve had them for several years now. However, they haven’t reached much market share, and aren’t expected to be that popular over the next five years.

Is the folding phone done? Continue reading “Six Years Later: Are Folding Phones Done?”

MEZE Boom Mic + 99 Neo Review: Will a Great Headphone Be a Great Gaming Headset?

Meze Boom Mic Review!

Meze makes some of the most comfortable headphones I’ve ever worn. What if we took some classic premium cans, and tried to use them for gaming? Let’s take a look! Continue reading “MEZE Boom Mic + 99 Neo Review: Will a Great Headphone Be a Great Gaming Headset?”

AOC AM16 Mini-PC Review: Is AceMagic Still Up to Their Old Tricks?

At least nothing is outright flagging as malware…

AOC is releasing a mini-PC in collaboration with Ace Magic. A nice little bucket of compute power, packed in a plastic shell. It’s solid performance, IF you can score one on a good sale.
But what about that software… Continue reading “AOC AM16 Mini-PC Review: Is AceMagic Still Up to Their Old Tricks?”

Amazfit Balance Fitness Watch Review: Better than Wear OS?

I’ve detailed the features I need to leave Wear OS smartwatches, and the Balance gets me SO CLOSE to walking away.

Amazfit makes great fitness trackers, and a little injection of AI makes this watch feel like a proper wrist computer. Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Amazfit Balance Fitness Watch Review: Better than Wear OS?”