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 ...
Read More »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 ...
Read More »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, ...
Read More »Samsung Galaxy S6 edge Review – Part 1: Vs. Samsung Galaxy S5
Before I start on the S6 review, the first thing you need to do is decide if you want to upgrade from your Samsung Galaxy S5 (or S4) to the new Samsung Galaxy S6 edge. To do this, we will ...
Read More »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 ...
Read More »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 ...
Read More »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 ...
Read More »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 ...
Read More »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. ...
Read More »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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