This picture was taken two years ago on Beverly Cleary's 100th birthday. Who could have imagined that the beloved author would still be alive today? From Ramona and Henry, to Ralph S. Mouse and his motorcycle, to the older teens experiencing their first crush, Mrs. Cleary has instilled a love for reading in many of us for generations. Today, schools across the nation celebrated … [Read more...] about Happy 102nd Birthday, Beverly Cleary!
Home Security can be Yours With 2GIG Rely
We've done many a review on cameras which assist in monitoring your home, but this might be the first time we do a review of an actual security system. Today we're covering the 2GIG Rely Home Security Kit by Nortek Security & Control . I'm going to focus on the basic kit that we were sent, but according to your needs, you can build on it even more. 2GIG Rely Kit 1 … [Read more...] about Home Security can be Yours With 2GIG Rely
LifeProof SLAM for Samsung Galaxy S9
LifeProof has sent us phone cases to review in the past- the last one being the FRĒ for Samsung Galaxy S8. This time, we will be giving you our analysis of LifeProof's SLAM case for the S9 (also available for the S9+). This case is designed primarily to protect your phone from drops. The case boasts the MIL STD rating 810G-516.6, and survives drops from 2 meters. It is not … [Read more...] about LifeProof SLAM for Samsung Galaxy S9
Patchworks Protection Options for Samsung Galaxy S9
We've reviewed cases and screen protectors from Patchworks before. This time we'll be reviewing cases and screens made for the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus. The glass screen protector is the ITG Full Cover. The cases are from the Level ITG series and the Monogrip. First off, we'll cover the glass screen protector. This protector has beveled edges that wrap around the screen nicely … [Read more...] about Patchworks Protection Options for Samsung Galaxy S9
FIXD: The Device That Can Save You in Car Repairs
A few years ago when TechnoMark and I were driving home from CES, our check engine light came on. We ignored it and continued to attempt to make it to our destination. Unfortunately, our van broke down on the side of the road in the middle of nowhere. We got it towed to the nearest town, and would soon learn that the engine had blown. If we had FIXD back then, we might have … [Read more...] about FIXD: The Device That Can Save You in Car Repairs
Review of IONA Dock for iPhone and iPad by Landing Zone
Finally, to wrap up our Landing Zone review series, we will conclude with the IONA dock for the iPhone and iPad. The IONA is a great dock for those who are looking for something to hold an iPad or iPhone in order to FaceTime, watch movies, listen to music, read recipes, or do a variety of activities without having to hold your device. Size and Aesthetics The aluminum … [Read more...] about Review of IONA Dock for iPhone and iPad by Landing Zone
Landing Zone USB Type-C Hub for the new MacBook Pro Review
For our 2nd Landing Zone review, we will be covering the USB Type-C Hub for the MacBook Pro. If you don't need all the extra ports that the Thunderbolt 3 provides, read on to find out how this device could be useful for you. This hub is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand (4 1/2 x 2 inches and about 1/4 inch high), but gives you several different ports … [Read more...] about Landing Zone USB Type-C Hub for the new MacBook Pro Review
Landing Zone Thunderbolt 3 Docking Station for 15 inch MacBook Pro Review
Landing Zone is a Silicon Valley company that is dedicated to make docking stations designed for Apple users. They were generous enough to send us three products, which we'll cover in three separate articles today. In this review, we're going to look at another Thunderbolt 3 product- a Docking Station For 15.4" MacBook Pro with Touch Bar. This isn't the first time we've … [Read more...] about Landing Zone Thunderbolt 3 Docking Station for 15 inch MacBook Pro Review
Creative Labs’ Outlier Sports and Aurvana Trio Earbuds Review
Recently, Creative Labs has sent us some great products to review including a bluetooth speaker, a gaming mouse, and a gaming keyboard. Today we will have another chance to review some CL products. Two different kinds of earphones/earbuds- some wireless ones for the gym, Outlier Sports, and some high end in-ears called Aurvana Trio. Outlier Sports The Outlier … [Read more...] about Creative Labs’ Outlier Sports and Aurvana Trio Earbuds Review
Our Review of the JBL Link 300 Voice Activated Speaker
We're reviewing another product from JBL. This product doesn't have cool flashing lights, but it can stand on its own features. This is the JBL Link 300, which is a voice activated speaker similar to Google Home products. What Does it Do? This is an alternative to Google Home Max- comparative in size, but without the large price tag. It pairs with Google Assistant to … [Read more...] about Our Review of the JBL Link 300 Voice Activated Speaker
Pulse 3 Bluetooth Portable Bluetooth Speakers Will Color Your World
Look We've recently seemed to be doing some different reviews of color changing speakers like the Halo and this one by iHome. Those were nice, but the Pulse 3 by JBL will blow those speakers out of the water. Speaking of water, the Pulse 3 is waterproof with an IPX 7. This is great if you want to put it in your bathtub and jam out with a light show in the tub with … [Read more...] about Pulse 3 Bluetooth Portable Bluetooth Speakers Will Color Your World
Two UAG Cases to Protect Your Galaxy S9- Monarch and Plasma
Urban Armor Gear (UAG) is a popular and reliable brand for phone cases. We've done many reviews for them in the past, and are pleased to review two cases that we've reviewed before, but are now available for the new Samsung Galaxy S9 phone. These cases are in the Monarch and Plasma series. UAG Monarch We recently reviewed the Monarch case for the Samsung Galaxy S8 and … [Read more...] about Two UAG Cases to Protect Your Galaxy S9- Monarch and Plasma
Reviewing the Apollo Cloud and Thunderbolt 3 Dock by Promise Technology
Promise Technology is a computer company based in California that is dedicated to improving storage capabilities for computers and the technology market. We had the opportunity to review two of their products. The 1st one is the Apollo Cloud 2 Duo- a personal Cloud storage system. The 2nd item is the Thunderbolt 3 Dock. Apollo Cloud 2 Duo If you need a massive storage … [Read more...] about Reviewing the Apollo Cloud and Thunderbolt 3 Dock by Promise Technology
A Review of the Halo Bluetooth speaker from Creative Labs
We've reviewed many a bluetooth speaker on the GeekChurch, and here is another from Creative Labs- a company we've been able to do some other reviews for lately. This speaker is called the Halo, and if you are an augophile or chromatophile, you might enjoy it greatly. The Halo is a portable Bluetooth speaker- with dimensions of 6.9 x 2.8 x 4.3 inches and weighing a little … [Read more...] about A Review of the Halo Bluetooth speaker from Creative Labs
Omron Healthcare Product Reviews: the Evolv and TENS
As I sit here typing, I'm enjoying the benefits of one of the healthcare related products I'm going to review today. It's delivering electronic pulses right now. Thanks to Omron, we get to review two fabulous medical tools that you can use at home- the Evolv wireless blood pressure monitor, and the Avail wireless dual channel TENS device. As luck would have it, or maybe … [Read more...] about Omron Healthcare Product Reviews: the Evolv and TENS