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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Review – Part 3: Real World Use

After using the S6 edge for about 6 months, I’m finally ready to do a real-world usage review of it. If you’re still trying to figure out if you should upgrade your older Samsung, read my comparison review first. The ...

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How To Change WiFi on Tado Smart AC Controller

After getting my new Linksys WiFi router, I had to go around updating all the WiFi connected devices. For the most part, things went fairly smoothly and I never had to read any manuals. That is, until I got to ...

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Linksys EA8500 AC2600 Max-Stream WiFi Router Review

After using the Motorola cable modem/Wifi combo box for a while, I got tired of the disconnections and slow speed at 2.4Ghz. Since I had better luck at 5Ghz, I decided to look for a dual band WiFi router and came ...

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BatBand Ear-Free Headphones

Have you ever wanted to listen to music but still here what’s going on around you? If so, BadBand is the perfect solution for your needs ($199 pre-order for May 2016). This bluetooth connected device will connect to your smartphone ...

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BackHouse West LA Review

Once again, it was time to look for a restaurant that I haven’t been to before. After doing a couple of searches, I cam across the BackHouse in West LA, not too far from my usual Japanese Sawtelle area on ...

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Waylens Kickstarter Funds GoPro For Cars

Do you have a GoPro mounted in your car but wish it could be smarter and record the really cool moments automatically for you? What’s what the Waylens “Data Driven Automotive Camera” will do for you for $299 ($200 less ...

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Musashiya Udon in Westwood Review

Musashiya Udon will have it’s grand opening later today (October 28th) and through the rest of the week. But I decided to check it out the day before to see if they are ready for prime time. Unlike a lot ...

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Uber Eats First Impressions

Recently, I decided to use Uber instead of a taxi to get home after dropping off my car for maintenance. As advertised, it was cheaper than taking a taxi because it was not during peak hours. When I was using ...

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Apple iPod nano (7th Gen) Review

If you’re wondering who buys MP3 players any more because they are built into every smartphone, ask any parent. For moms that are afraid to give their kids a smartphone which might be used for sexting or worse, the Apple’s ...

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Hide Sushi Review

For years, I drove past Hide Sushi (pronounced He-De) on my way to the other sushi places nearby on Sawtelle in West LA. I finally decided it was time to check it out. There was a line of people waiting ...

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