Portal Router Claims To Speed Things Up In Congested WiFi Areas
Just when I started looking at the Google WiFi System I bumped into the Portal WiFi Router. Both have the ability to use mesh networking for expanding out to dead spots. The main difference, is that Portal uses something called FastLanes which enables your WiFi network to operate in a special portion of the 5GHz […]
Apple HomePod
Apple isn’t always first to the game with gadgets, but they are often one of the better options. I am sincerely hoping this is the case with their latest entry into the smart speaker arena. Apples latest gadget is the HomePod ($349) which is landing in the US, UK, and Australia in December of this […]
Ultimate Stealth Beer Can Koozie Coffee Cup
Want to drink your cold beer without being harassed or ticketed? The Trinken Lid ($14) snaps on to your beer can and suspends it inside of large t0-go coffee cup from the likes of Starbucks, 7-Eleven, etc… Not only does this hide your beer but it also provides a layer of insulation to help keep […]
Bookcase Chair
Start off with an Original Alexander Love Design chair and make then wrap it in books. Books not included of course. This Gentleman’s Luxury Library Bookcase Chair ($3,500) has 27-feet of shelf storage and even a secret compartment underneath the seat. Not so secret anymore.
Vers Audio 1Q Bluetooth Speaker
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 hours. This speaker stands up […]
Best Priced 50-Inch 4K TV
If you want a 4K TV but don’t want to put a huge dent in your wallet, this is the TV for you. The Hisense 50H7GB2 ($548 with free shipping) has a 120Hz refresh rate, 4 HDMI ports, 3 USB ports, LAN port for Ethernet, 1 Digital Audio Output, 1 RF Input, 1 Earphone Audio Output, […]
The 8FT Bean Bag
There are bean bags and there are Chill Bags. This particular Chill Bag is 8-ft huge. You could lounge in style by yourself or with your 10 best friends. This huge bean bag chair is the largest foam bag available. The 8-ft Chill Bag is available in a bunch of colors and is wrapped in […]
Wifi ResetPlug Automatically Reboots Your Power If Wifi Fails
Every now and then your modem and/or router gets unhappy and needs a power reboot. While it is inconvenient it isn’t the end of the world, unless of course you aren’t home to do this power reset. This means your wireless security cameras, thermostats, computers, security alarm, etc… are offline until you return and give […]
Edible Drinkware
Todays food creates quite a bit of waste. Plastic/paper utensils, napkins, and drinkware abound. It doesn’t matter if you get it from the grocery store or eat a restaurant. It is a bummer and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down. For the most part, your only other options, today, are using washable plates, cups, […]
Starry WiFi Station Aims To Make WiFi Easy
Most of the US is blanketed in fast internet and subsequently WiFi. We expect it to work all of the time just like the light switch. And someday that might be reality. But today, wifi still struggles with imperfections. There are plenty of wireless routers trying to solve this problem. Check out the Starry WiFi […]