Automatic is a company that makes a gadget that plugs in to your ODB port under your dashboard. This gadget, the Automatic Pro ($129), logs and relays data via 3G (no additional cost to the user for 5 years) and allows users to monitor a ton of dat via the…
Hopefully you weren’t on the list of people who put money down and are waiting for the crowdfunded Skully augmented reality motorcycle helmet. If so, you are out of luck as Skully is filing for Chapter 7. In case you aren’t familiar with Chapter 7, it is the type of bankruptcy…
Apple has just updated their Apple TV Remote App and it works great. Assuming you have the new Apple TV and are familiar with the new remote control then the interface will feel very familiar. The new Apple TV Remote App is great for searching and entering usernames and passwords…
DJI is crazy about drones. Crazy in a good way. They are like Apple, making one hit product after another. Their products have solid user interfaces, clean designs, and great packaging. DJI is now doubling down on their commitment to these flying quadcopters with a 15,000 sq ft training facility…
Finally a simple router that will eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots. The Ubiquiti Labs Amplifi Router ($150) utilizes multiple self-configuring radios and an advanced antenna technology to get better wireless range. Setup is easy, built-in diagnostics and tracking, and even smartphone app for management. That alone is great, but where this…
Robotic vacuums have been around for quite a while. The best known of the bunch tends to be the iRobot Roomba line of vacuums. I have been avoiding the Roomba’s ever since I have gotten ahold of my iLife A4 Smart Robotic Vacuum. You can read more about that here. I…
Plantronics is known for making solid audio products, mainly office phone speaker systems. Now, they entering the gaming space with their RIG line of gaming headsets. The Plantronics RIG line comes in 400, 500, 600, 800, Flex, and 4VR models. The 400, 500, 800, and Flex models are made for…
The Star Wars figurines were a big part of my childhood. We used to hand fly them around the living room in mock battles. Well I have grown up a bit. That doesn’t mean I still won’t play with Star Wars toys… they just grew up a bit as well.…
I happen to like my Dropcam Pro cameras (rebranded to the Nest Cam). While not perfect, they are pretty good at capturing and uploading HD video to the Google cloud. One of the largest gripes about the Nest Cam was the fact that it can’t go outdoors. Sure there are…
There is no shortage of options when it comes to Bluetooth speakers. The Vers Audio 1Q is worth a look from a style standpoint. Specs are ok but aren’t particularly amazing. Bluetooth 2.1, a 3.5mm auxiliary input, 30-foot range, and a 6.5-watt 2-inch speaker. Battery life is good at 10…