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...
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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...
Amzer Crusta iPhone Case Review
On the hunt for smartphone protection, I’ve tried Amzer’s $45 (See link below for discounted priced) Crusta cases for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. There are some nice touches and some problem areas. Crusta cases are also available for Samsung Galaxy models, iPad Mini...
UNU Superpak Rechargeable Battery Pack Review
UNU Electronics’ $40 (discounted) Superpak is claimed to be the smallest and fastest-charging 10,000mAh rechargeable battery pack, and I am inclined to believe it. Superpak is ideal for use with today’s more power-hungry USB-connected smartphones and some tablets. Of...
myCharge Energy Shot 2000mAh Rechargeable External Gadget Battery
myCharge Energy Shot, $25 (suggested price) external smartphone battery has a clever package with expected performance from its rechargeable 2000mAh Lithium battery. The company is selling the packaging here, the sizzle, not the steak. In its packaging (above), the...
SleepPhones, RunPhones; for Exercise, Better Sleep
When convenience and comfort are paramount, SleepPhones and RunPhones, by AcousticSheep, $40, deliver the goods! Think headphones in a headband instead of in-ear buds or bulky on-ear headphones. The manufacturer refers to SleepPhones as “pajamas for your ears”. So...
Powerocks Magicstick 2800mAh Cell Phone Battery Charger
With so many cellphone battery chargers on the market, what distinguishes this one? Powerocks markets a variety of charging devices, including the colorful Magicstick, a large lipstick-shaped charger. It was found selling for as little as $29 delivered from eBay and...
Read These Tips for Using Your Cell Phone Overseas
Ken Grunski — President of Telestial, an international SIM card provider (thank you, Ken!) — sent along the following advice for travelers going overseas. Grunski, a telecommunications consultant, is a great resource for expert advice on cost-cutting measures for...