This is a Jabra Sport Pulse Special Edition, and it is another one of those wireless earbuds that goes around your neck. It is billed as "the world's first sports headphones with automatic fitness testing". The Jabra Sport Pulse Special Edition has a built-in heart rate monitor in the ear. It is apparently made with US military standards, which means that it can … [Read more...] about Hands-on Review of Jabra, Part 2: Sport Pulse Special Edition
Tech Reviews
The Scribble n’ Play from Boogie Board
You might be familiar with Boogie Board as they make these eWriters. They are not the eReaders like a Kindle, but something that you can write on electronically. While it may not be the Sync that allows you to save something, the Scribble n Play is definitely made for a younger audience. You should be able to write or draw on the Scribble n Play with anything like your … [Read more...] about The Scribble n’ Play from Boogie Board
Hands-on Review of Jabra, Part 1: Halo Smart Wireless Earbuds
I have reviewed a lot of Jabra products in the past, and I am pleased to review another with the Halo Smart Wireless Earbuds. They are one of those that wrap around the back of the head, like the iHome FIT Wireless, and I am told from Jabra that this style will soon be replaced with the wireless earbuds (coming next year from Jabra). I am told that the Jabra Halo Smart … [Read more...] about Hands-on Review of Jabra, Part 1: Halo Smart Wireless Earbuds
Hands on with the Thinium ReCHARGE+
I think that the Thinium ReCHARGE+ is very close to another product that I just reviewed this week with the Prong. This particular charger is not made to be a charger and case, but is a decent enough mobile battery. This is the Thinium ReCHARGE+, and it is made for micro USB Android phones. I've been noticing a particular trend in mobile batteries to have these prongs … [Read more...] about Hands on with the Thinium ReCHARGE+
iHome for the Holidays, Part 3: iHome Wireless Bluetooth Speaker or iBT9
Okay, so it is time to conclude our iHome review products for the holiday with a product that isn't going out of style anytime soon, the wireless, waterproof, and shockproof Bluetooth speaker. That's about the best name I can give this product, besides its name of iBT9. I'll just get this out of the way and say that I have seen this product before from Fugoo and others, … [Read more...] about iHome for the Holidays, Part 3: iHome Wireless Bluetooth Speaker or iBT9
Reticare Protectors on Screens Reduce Eye Damage
Okay, it is time to talk about something potentially uncomfortable. The issue is that we are living in a world of screens on our smartphones, tablets, and computers, but we are not thinking about the effect of it. Fortunately, there is Reticare. I first encountered Reticare at CES 2016, and I allowed the spokesperson the time it took to discuss the problem with our … [Read more...] about Reticare Protectors on Screens Reduce Eye Damage
iHome for the Holidays, Part 2: iHome FIT Wireless or iB73 Earbuds
Well, it is now the second day of the iHome holidays with the iHome Fit Wireless. This product, also known as the iB73, is one of those Bluetooth 4.0 earbuds that goes around the neck. Granted, it is probably not the first Bluetooth product of its type for iHome, and these type of models are being phased out by the wireless earbuds that will be the thing to have in 2017. … [Read more...] about iHome for the Holidays, Part 2: iHome FIT Wireless or iB73 Earbuds
Brydge 12.9: Keyboard for the 12.9-inch Version iPad
I have reviewed Brydge products before, and they make some really terrific keyboards for the iPad. There are a lot of keyboards made for tablets, and this has some special clamps made to hold an iPad. I was pleased to try out the Brydge for the 12.9 inch iPad Pro. Other than the bigger width, I wasn't certain what I was expecting. The 12.9 inch iPad Pro fits right in … [Read more...] about Brydge 12.9: Keyboard for the 12.9-inch Version iPad
iHome for the Holidays, Part 1: Vanity Speaker or iHome iCVBT5
Ah, yes, there is nothing like iHome for the Holidays. I have reviewed many iHome products many a time. So many times, that I just don't feel like putting in hyperlinks. I'm going to close out this week with three different iHome products, and I'm going to start with the most unusual: the iHome Vanity Speaker or iCVBT5. The iCVBT5 is essentially made to be that one … [Read more...] about iHome for the Holidays, Part 1: Vanity Speaker or iHome iCVBT5
Netatmo, Part 2: Healthy Home Coach
In addition to the Presence Security Light/Camera that we had a chance to try out the other day, Netatmo also sent us a Healthy Home Coach. That is this copper can that you see here. The Healthy Home Coach bills itself as a "Smart Indoor Climate Monitor", and it appears to be targeted to families. The Healthy Home Monitor is like a thermometer for your home, as it … [Read more...] about Netatmo, Part 2: Healthy Home Coach
Nite Ize Products, Part 2: Radiant 300 Rechargeable Lantern, INOVA STS Powerswitch, and NiteHowl Glowing Collar
Okay, this is our second day in a row looking at Nite Ize products, and today we are going to discuss the ones that glow. I will start with the Radiant 300 Rechargeable Lantern. The Nite Ize Radiant 300 Rechargeable Lantern has a one button operation. By clicking it once, you will get a bright white light, and clicking it a few more time will turn the luminousity down. … [Read more...] about Nite Ize Products, Part 2: Radiant 300 Rechargeable Lantern, INOVA STS Powerswitch, and NiteHowl Glowing Collar
Netatmo, Part 1: The Presence
It's hard to believe that we are living in a time where anyone can have their own personal security system, and products like the Netatmo Presence make it very affordable. The Netatmo Presence is not only affordable, but it is quite easy to install. Just think of it as another outdoor light. Yes, all that white space on the Presence is made to be a floodlight, and it is … [Read more...] about Netatmo, Part 1: The Presence
Nite Ize Products, Part 1: PowerKey, QuikStand, Steelie Vent Mount, and Steelie Freemount
Today, I'm going to be reviewing a lot of Nite Ize products, and they are some definite products that are worth having. I'll start with the PowerKey. I realize that this looks like an ordinary keychain, and it could easily be used as one. However, what you don't see is that this thing is a charging/sync cord. The PowerKey Mini Power Cord is made to just join with a USB … [Read more...] about Nite Ize Products, Part 1: PowerKey, QuikStand, Steelie Vent Mount, and Steelie Freemount
Native Union Anchor Cable
I will say that when Native Union makes a product, they are very good about making it as classy as possible. For example, they did an Android (micro USB) charging/sync cable with the POWERLink. They also made these CLIC Marble cases for the iPhone 6/6S, and it just feels like something rich people would have. I had a terrific time with the Anchor Cable made for Apple … [Read more...] about Native Union Anchor Cable
Prong PWR Case for the iPhone 6 and 6S
In case you are wondering, this is a report on an accessory for the iPhone 6 and 6S. Yes, I realize that there is an iPhone 7 out now, but Prong does not currently have a product available for that, and probably won't until after the holiday. For those who have the iPhone 6/6S, this is easily one of the better accessories that you can buy for it with the PWR Case by Prong. … [Read more...] about Prong PWR Case for the iPhone 6 and 6S