So, do you have a VTech product? A lot of people do. They certainly make a lot of technology for kids. I probably have a few VTech products in my house. Sadly, it sounds like the Hong Kong company has been hacked. In fact, the personal information of about 5 million of its customers and their children may have been stolen by hackers. So far, this database includes the … [Read more...] about VTech has been hacked, like Five Million times!
Tech Reviews
Monster ClarityHD High Definition In-Ear Headphones
In case you aren't familiar with Monster, it does refer to a place to find an energy drink, find a job, a Charlize Theron movie, and a place to get cables and other tech products. I see this company every year at CES, and I was very impressed with their Head Monster Noel Lee, and sat down with him for an interview. I had the chance to try out their ClarityHD High-Performance … [Read more...] about Monster ClarityHD High Definition In-Ear Headphones
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Maleficent
Most people who see Disney's Maleficent, a prequel/midquel/retelling/reboot, and they don't like it. I can understand where they are coming from, as most people seem to compare it to its source material, that animated Sleeping Beauty. I must confess, it has been a while since I saw Sleeping Beauty, but I don't really remember much about it. Most people who remember the … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Maleficent
Native Union Part 3: Gripster Wrap for the iPad Air 2
Today, I am completing the Native Union trilogy with the Gripster Wrap for the iPad Air 2. There is a lot of to say about this stand/case/wrap/grip for the iPad Air 2. Yes, there are a lot of interesting features on the Gripster, and one of them is the grip. It is this elastic strap where two fingers can be placed and the iPad can be held very steady. Around this strap … [Read more...] about Native Union Part 3: Gripster Wrap for the iPad Air 2
The Geek Church’s “Saving Thanksgiving”
I haven't seen Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas, but I did see the Cinema Snob's commentary on it, and I honestly don't really need to see it to know how bad it is. Of course, whenever I see something so bad I have to see the good in it. Considering that this film is considered one of the worst films of all time, and I actually believe has the top spot there, there isn't … [Read more...] about The Geek Church’s “Saving Thanksgiving”
Native Union Part 2: CLIC 360 and CLIC Marble for the iPhone 6/6S/6/6S Plus
So, now that we have another day to look at some Native Union products, I'm pleased to say that I am quite glad with what I see and have tried out. I'll start with the CLIC 360. I'm not certain why it is called CLIC, but it has the 360 label because it surrounds the case. So yeah, there are a lot of cases, so what makes this one different? Well, the interior has … [Read more...] about Native Union Part 2: CLIC 360 and CLIC Marble for the iPhone 6/6S/6/6S Plus
STM Atlas Wallet Case for the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus
I have reviewed a lot of STM products in the past, like the STM Blazer Small Jacket Sleeve and I have also reviewed many cases for smartphones that are wallets. In fact, it is starting to become a new standard. That being said, the only thing to talk about the STM Atlas wallet case for the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus is what is different. It has a textured fabric that … [Read more...] about STM Atlas Wallet Case for the iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus
Native Union Part 1: POWERLink and Switch Bluetooth Speaker
It's been a while since I reviewed some good Native Union products, and I was pleased to try out several new products that I am going to review during Black Friday week, and I will recommend them for holiday gifts. I'll start with the POWERLink, a charging cable that looks like it is in the shape of a woman with a long dress. Okay, I hope that no one thinks it's weird … [Read more...] about Native Union Part 1: POWERLink and Switch Bluetooth Speaker
Man Enters Apple Store with Samurai Sword
This is an interesting time that we live in after the Paris attacks. I actually was going to publish an article about those, but my editor at the other website that I write for thought it would bring too much fear. I decided not to publish the op-ed piece, and I recently heard that this story happened as a man with a samurai sword entered the 5th Avenue Apple Store. He … [Read more...] about Man Enters Apple Store with Samurai Sword
Lander Neve Charge and Sync Cable, Powell Phone Cases, and Carriers
BGZ Brands has recently unveiled a new brand known as Lander, and it is one of those tech accessories made for outdoor enthusiasts, kind of like EKUSA products. I'm hoping to get some hands-on review products of these, but this is what I've seen from them, and it's pretty impressive. For example, there is a Neve cable that is flat and made for Apple, USB to Micro USB, … [Read more...] about Lander Neve Charge and Sync Cable, Powell Phone Cases, and Carriers
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Fantastic Four
Some of you might remember when I did my review of CHAPPiE that I tried to say something positive about it, even though that on the whole, I didn't like the film. The issue with Fantastic Four is I have never seen any film that is so thoroughly disengaging. It's pretty clear why Marvel wanted to do a Fantastic Four movie, and yes, money is one of the reasons. The … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Fantastic Four
Kidz Gear Unplugged Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headphones
I was fortunate enough to review the Kidz Gear headphones after CES, and you can read my wife's review about that. I guess that since they made some wired ones, it just makes sense for them to make some Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headphones, called Unplugged. If you know anything about Kidz Gear, it is precisely what the name implies, if it was spelled properly, you know, … [Read more...] about Kidz Gear Unplugged Bluetooth Wireless Stereo Headphones
Hasbro has created this robotic cat, for senior citizens!
I'm sure you're all familiar with Hasbro, as they own the rights to Transformers, My Little Pony, and they make all the Star Wars and Marvel toys, too. Yeah, they rule when it comes to making products for little kids, and now there is a "toy" for seniors. Yeah, you know how senior citizens are like loving cats, but the cats get all bad about their litter box? Well, why … [Read more...] about Hasbro has created this robotic cat, for senior citizens!
Samsung Gear VR available on T-Mobile November 27th
As I have stated before, I love virtual reality, and the Gear VR is the only one that I haven't really tested yet. Actually, it is powered by Oculus, and I tried out the Oculus Rift, and the Gear VR is powered by Oculus. I was actually surprised that the Gear VR is out pretty much practically now, as most of the other virtual reality headsets won't be out until 2016. At … [Read more...] about Samsung Gear VR available on T-Mobile November 27th
Our Review of the Nomad Wallet for the iPhone, and it’s a good one!
I always love reviewing Nomad products, such as the NomadKey, NomadClip, and NomadPlus. This company always has a way of putting chargers in places where they are most convenient, and the Nomad Wallet is no exception. In fact, it really excels the charger into a whole new realm. Most of us, when we leave the house, we take our keys, phone, wallet, and mobile … [Read more...] about Our Review of the Nomad Wallet for the iPhone, and it’s a good one!