I’ve had my eye on this $250 BlueParrott S650-XT since its announcement several months ago. Already a fan of BlueParrott products, including their previous, similarly configured headsets, this one is special for a few reasons. First, the basics from the manufacturer:...
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Part 2 – How I Became an Acer Chromebook Laptop Fan
In my article of August 5, 2021, I gushed about my experience with a little and inexpensive Acer Chromebook. I detailed how one of these computers is all most consumers need. If you have not yet read that article, please hit the link in the sentence above and come...
BlueParrot M300-XT Bluetooth Headset with All Day Battery, Advanced Noise Cancellation
I’ve worked for a few months on this report, taking care to use the new BlueParrott M300-XT in every situation possible, comparing it to others in my repertoire. I didn’t want to overlook anything in this review. As followers may have surmised, I have been on a quest...
AfterShokz OpenComm Wireless Stereo Bone Conduction Bluetooth Headset, a Comfy Headset for All-day Wear
AfterShokz OpenComm Wireless Stereo Bone Conduction Bluetooth Headset with Noise-Canceling Boom Microphone and 16-hour talk time disappears while wearing it and performs admirably. There is nothing in the ear because the pad-like bone conduction conductor pads send...
Sony XB23 EXTRA BASS Crisp & Clear Sound Portable Bluetooth Speaker
June 13, 2020 – Sony’s punchy new XB23 EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth (BT) sound tube is a worthy competitor in the jungle of similar products, and at about $100, it is priced right. Compact and lightweight, default settings provide the EXTRA BASS function. It can...
SONY WF-XB700 True Wireless Headphones
June 11, 2020 – What do you look for in wireless earphones and earbuds? I want long battery life, great sound and all-day comfort. SONY WF-XB700 True Wireless Headphones, $129, strike a good balance. With good, not overpowering bass and overall good sound, these buds...
70mai Jump Starter – Dead Battery Insurance in a Bag
November 27, 2019 - Forget messy, cumbersome jumper cables with 70mai Jump Starter along, and charge mobile phones and tablets, use its LED to light the area, blink SOS or flash, all for a surprisingly affordable cost! Yes, aptly put, this IS insurance in its little...
Mobi CUBE Bluetooth Speaker with 360º Light Show Review
After using a white Mobi CUBE for several weeks, I’m happy to report that I still like the little $30 (or less) speaker! The CUBE has a unique characteristic – nine LEDs per side with five flashing light modes, all of which can also be switched OFF. I have to admit,...
LifeProof fre Case for iPhone 6 Review
LifeProof fre ($80 suggested price), the first of the company’s cases for iPhone 6, is designed to protect the user’s investment. LifeProof iPhone cases are not for everyone. They are not for users who are not invested in preventing damage to and preserving their...