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Google Maps Sends Destination Info To Your Smartphone

Google has finally added a “Send to device” link from your desktop google maps (see below) so that you can get the information on your smartphone. Apple’s iOS has had this features a long time ago and it’s strange why ...

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Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Review – Part 2: Setup

After changing my mind, I pre-ordered my Samsung Galaxy S6 edge and picked it up from Best Buy on April 10th. Unfortunately, my first S6 broke after using it for about a day. After going back to Best Buy and ...

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Sprint Direct 2 You For Busy or Lazy People

Sprint has just started a new program called Sprint Direct 2 You that will have a live representative come to your home, work, or anywhere, and help you choose your next phone. This service is currently available only in Chicago, ...

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Tado Smart AC Control Review

Back in 2013, I tried to buy a Friedrich WiFi Air Conditioner and failed to find one. Then in 2014, Tado announced they were Kickstarting a “smart” AC controller that would use WiFi and IR to control your air conditioner ...

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OBiTALK Provides Free Phone Service Via Google Voice

Back in 2008, I reviewed the original Ooma Hub, which provided me with free VOIP home service. However, Ooma’s new service is no longer free, and you must pay $4-$5 per month depending on where you live because of local ...

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Google Project Fi Starts Invitations

Back in April, Google announced their own low cost cell phone service named Project Fi and asked interested parties to get on a waiting list. Now in June, Google has started rolling out invitations to their service by email (see ...

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Sony 4K Action Cam (FDR-X1000V/W) Released

Sony has upgraded their action cam line-up with their new 4K version which will cost $499.99. This entry is clearly trying to compete head-to-head with the new GoPro Hero 4 Black, which is the same price and also 4K. The Sony ...

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Sprint Rolls Out Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Firmware Update

Starting on May 11, Sprint has started to roll out a new version (G925PVPU1AOE2) of the Samsung Galaxy S6 edge firmware to fix “bugs.” I have downloaded it on my S6 edge but it’s impossible to tell if anything is different. ...

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Sound Blaster Play! 2 USB Sound Card Review

When I got my HP 17t laptop, it was running Windows 8.1 and my old driver for my Xitel Mp3 Streamer no longer worked. So I upgraded to the Creative Labs Sound Blaster Play! 2 USB sound card as shown below. I used ...

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