Paleblue Batteries: USB-C Review We reviewed Paleblue batteries a couple of years ago when they were a Kickstarter campaign. Not much has changed in the basic battery, but the company has updated the charging technology from micro-USB to USB-C, making the advanced rechargeable batteries feel even more modern. It also solves one of my annoyances, which was trying to figure … [Read more...] about Paleblue Batteries: USB-C Edition. Faster, Lighter, Longer.
Hardware Review
Lenovo X1 Nano Gen 3 Review: A Pricy but Ideal Travel Companion
Lenovo X1 Nano Gen 3 Review The Lenovo X1 Nano Gen 3 is the latest addition to the ThinkPad X1 series, and it is the lightest and thinnest laptop in the lineup. It was also one of the first laptops to feature the 13th-generation Intel P Series Core processors, which offer a balance of performance and efficiency. The X1 Nano Gen 3 is designed for business users who value … [Read more...] about Lenovo X1 Nano Gen 3 Review: A Pricy but Ideal Travel Companion
Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini Translator Review: A Diminuitive Translator That Will Help Communicate During Travel, but the Native Speakers May Smirk
Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini Translator Review I reviewed the Timekettle WT2 Edge translation earbuds a while back. I found them relatively accurate, but the model left room for improvement. Sharing earbuds post-pandemic isn't likely the first thing a stranger wants to do. The app does offer other modalities, but it isn't the most convenient. Timekettle suggests the WT2 Edge … [Read more...] about Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini Translator Review: A Diminuitive Translator That Will Help Communicate During Travel, but the Native Speakers May Smirk
Hand2Mind Luna Review: A Well-Lit Cat for Kids That Teaches Calm
Hand2Mind Luna Review Pros Cons Hand2Mind Luna is a night light that looks like a kitten. The feline night light's1200 mAh battery keeps the light burning for up to 30 minutes (charged via micro-USB). But that's boring. A tap on the paw selects one of five colors for the night light. A bit less boring. Flip the switch another way and Luna breathes, at least in a light … [Read more...] about Hand2Mind Luna Review: A Well-Lit Cat for Kids That Teaches Calm
PNY Elite-X Type-C Flash Drive Review: My Little USB-C Storage Friend
PNY Elite-X Type-C Flash Drive Review When I say, “my little friend,” I am not referring to a Colt AR-15 with a fake M203 grenade launcher. No, I am referring to my 128GB PNY Elite-X Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drive. With most of my data in the cloud these days, I don’t carry much mobile media, but I like to have a flash drive around. I keep a few videos and some music … [Read more...] about PNY Elite-X Type-C Flash Drive Review: My Little USB-C Storage Friend