product review

Product reviews for technology junkies; a selection of the best new electronics, gadgets and apps for your home, office or just for fun.

I Got an EcoVacs WINBOT and I'll Never Clean My Windows Myself Again
I'm 4'11" and it is not fun. Being short is hard—I wore heels on the day I got my driver's license so I could say I was 5'0" on record. It wasn't my finest moment, but I'm still that short, so I don't regret it.
By Brayden Simmons7 years ago in 01
Why Shifu Orboot Should Be the AR Toy in Every Child's Playroom
Having children today is not the same as it once was. Today's world is more competitive, more technologically-advanced, and far more difficult than it once was. Children who aren't given proper technical education become adults who may not be able to get into college, or even find employment.
By Cato Conroy7 years ago in 01
A Review and Retrospective on DataCamp’s Data Scientist in Track
As someone who is trying to upskill from a statistician into a data scientist, I have found the vast array of different courses and resources for learning to be daunting. Almost every university is now offering some kind of data science program (that usually costs several thousand dollars), and online there are innumerable classes, bootcamps, MOOCs, tutorials, demonstrations and projects. Picking the right one to start with is a very difficult task in and of itself!
By Zixin Nie7 years ago in 01
Robobloq Robotics Kits Get Kids Excited About STEM
There isn't a kid alive who hasn't fantasized about having a robot buddy at least once. It's a childhood dream that has existed even before the 1980s, when Johnny-5 was being his epic robot self on TV.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in 01
Control Your Door with Your Phone and Watch It Automatically Open for You with the Danalock Smart Lock
Is it starting to feel like there's a smart version of every device out there? It might make the perceived value of each individual smart device seem a little less impressive, but smart locks are something I'd argue for. They're incredibly helpful and make day-to-day life a little bit easier.
By Brayden Simmons7 years ago in 01
Kids Can Learn to Code with a Drone with Robolink
STEM has become the most in-demand category of study in the modern job market, and as of now, there aren't currently enough people interested in STEM to fill those positions. With the increased demand for science- and math-based skills, it's only understandable why parents and teachers want to encourage their kids to learn about STEM.
By Cato Conroy7 years ago in 01
I Tried the HOBOT Window Cleaning Robot and I'll Never Use Windex Again
When I signed up for a year of renting a high rise apartment, there were certain things I expected to happen. For example, I expected to be able to point out my building to others from miles away. I expected rent to be a pinch higher than what others would typically shell out.
By Sasha Konikovo7 years ago in 01
Charge All Your Devices in One Place with the Satechi Dual Charging Dock
So I recently received a gift from my significant other that was both a blessing and a curse—the Apple Watch. I've been a watch-wearer since my youth, but I have always preferred an analog watch to anything digital. So you could only imagine my hesitancy in getting a smart watch.
By Greg Bogart7 years ago in 01
Why Should You Learn Ruby on Rails?
I'm going to be very frank: There is absolutely no reason why you shouldn't learn Ruby on Rails (RoR). If you love technology and computers, want to learn how to create robust apps, and hate boring tasks, Ruby on Rails has your name written all over it.
By Salvador Lorenz7 years ago in 01
How the Kano Harry Potter Coding Kit Makes Coding Fun and Easy
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone was the book that opened up the magical world of reading for many children. As the franchise grew, so did the number of children who owed their love of reading to J.K. Rowling's amazing series.
By Cato Conroy7 years ago in 01
Why AduroSmart ERIA Light Bulbs Are Must Have in Any Smart Home
Among photographers and interior designers, there's a saying. They all say, "Lighting is everything," and it's true. The right lighting can make an otherwise unwelcoming place look cozy, and the wrong lighting can make a mansion look like a wreck.
By Iggy Paulsen7 years ago in 01
Experience VR with HyperVR Virtual Reality Headset
As someone who is not necessarily technologically-savvy, hearing terms like "virtual reality" and "augmented reality" made me feel like I was living in an episode of The Jetsons. Those terms, for all intents and purposes, sound so other-worldly to an older gentleman like myself, that I never imagined I would ever consider purchasing that kind of technology. After all, how much could something that literally puts you in another reality costs? Hundreds, if not thousands, right?!
By Brett Tortorello7 years ago in 01