Samson Q9U Broadcast Microphone: Classic Sound, Low Price!

Samson Q9U review!

It looks the part. It won’t break the bank. Can it compete against the classic options we like to hear for radio and podcasting?

Let’s take a listen to this new hybrid pro-sumer microphone! Continue reading “Samson Q9U Broadcast Microphone: Classic Sound, Low Price!”

Shutter Speed vs Frame Rate EXPLAINED: Smartphone Video Tutorial

What is shutter speed? How is that different than your video frame rate? What makes video LOOK cinematic? How can you control the brightness of your video?

Let’s chat about your phone camera, and how to get the most out of it! Continue reading “Shutter Speed vs Frame Rate EXPLAINED: Smartphone Video Tutorial”

Fake Reviewers and YouTube Drama

I feel I need to clear the air a bit.

We’re going through another round of Tech YouTuber drama. Some folks throwing accusations. Some people getting defensive. I know I play a part in the tone of some of these conversations.

When these drama cycles occur, it’s a good time to take a step back and talk about WHY we make the content the way we do.

OnePlus 9 Pro Review: Justifying the Price?

OnePlus 9 Pro Review! This brand has changed. This is not a “flagship killer”. This is a flagship. What SHOULD we expect from a phone when prices climb? How does it compare against similarly priced competition?

It’s a totally different vibe when we talk about “Luxury” products, so let’s see how the 9 Pro stacks up. Continue reading “OnePlus 9 Pro Review: Justifying the Price?”

Black Shark 4 Gaming Phone: Premium Performance, Mid Range Price

Black Shark 4 Review!

Gaming phones are an interesting segment. The phones to get if you care about powerful performance, high refresh rate screens, and features like headphone jacks. The Black Shark 4 is a budget friendly options with some powerful internals, but how does it compare against premium phones from last year?

Black Shark 4 By The Benchmarks https://somegadgetguy.com/2021/05/04/black-shark-4-by-the-benchmarks-a-monster-mid-ranger/ Continue reading “Black Shark 4 Gaming Phone: Premium Performance, Mid Range Price”

Ultrasone Performance 880 Headphones: Sweet and Mellow

Performance 880 review!

The fun thing about premium audio, it’s less about “quality”, and more about crafting a specific sound. When you start figuring out what kind of tone or tuning you really like. Ultrasone delivers a specific vibe on the Performance 880, and it’s kind of delicious… Continue reading “Ultrasone Performance 880 Headphones: Sweet and Mellow”

Camera Aperture Explained! Take Better Photos From Your Phone!

What is an aperture?

Not all smartphone cameras are created equal. Just because two phones have the “same” aperture, it doesn’t mean the hole that lets in light is the same size. We have to do a little math, but it’s pretty easy to show why some phones perform better in low light than others! Continue reading “Camera Aperture Explained! Take Better Photos From Your Phone!”

Phone Challenge! Record a Podcast! Contest with RODE Microphones!

I preach a LOT about folks getting more use out of their smartphones. I WANT you to get more bang for your gadget buck. Showing people all the things their phone can REALLY do is one of my favorite parts of this job.

At the same time, we’ve lived through a brutally historic year, and these events are now woven into our family history. If only there were some way to document those events easily. If only you had some kind of pocket super computer, with good microphones built in, and the ability to record and edit audio…

Your challenge, if you choose to accept it, record a podcast or interview using your phone about life over the last year!

To sweeten the deal, my pals at RODE Microphones are looking to give away an amazing little mic that can take your future phone recordings to the next level!

Happy recording and good luck! Contest details in the link below! Continue reading “Phone Challenge! Record a Podcast! Contest with RODE Microphones!”