All Entries in the "Electronics" Category
iOttie HLCRIO102 Review
Windshield/Dashboard Mount for iPhone 6 9.5/10 By Steve Holdgren For a secure mounting to your car windshield or dashboard, the iOttie HLCRIO102 doesn’t disappoint. The mount attaches securely with a strong suction cup and allows you to swivel the iPhone 360 degrees so you can view it in landscape or portrait mode. Compatible with the […]
Best iPhone and Smartphone Accessories
Top 10 Rated iPhone and Smartphone Accessories By Steve Holdgren There are a multitude of smartphone accessories on the market that serve a variety of purposes. Because accessories vary in function, we looked for the following basic qualities when selecting our top 10: 1. Durability 2. Good value 3. Compatibility with various smartphone models 4. […]
Tech Armor SP-HD-APL-IP5-3 Review
3-Pack Anti-Glare Screen Protectors for the iPhone 5 7.5/10 By Steve Holdgren This 3-pack of screen protectors offers scratch protection and cuts down on the glare on your iPhone 5. Only $6.95, the screens work as advertised: When applied properly, they protect the screen from nicks and scratches while still maintaining the sharp colors of […]
Magellan RoadMate 2045T-LM
4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps/Traffic 7.5/10 By Steve Holdgren The Magellan RoadMate 2045T-LM has a 4.3-inch screen with 480 x 272 pixels. The GPS device picks up live traffic information without subscription and also shows you points of interest for each highway exit you approach. We liked how it gives an advanced warning […]
TomTom GO 50 1FC5.019.01
Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map Updates 8/10 By Steve Holdgren The TomTom GO 50 1FC5.019.01 is a handy tool to have when you’re traveling through unfamiliar regions. It’s nice having free traffic updates and a way to avoid tollroads without the annoying advertisements, and this TomTom allows you to insert a memory card containing […]
Best GPS Devices
Top Rated GPS Devices By Steve Holdgren Portable GPS navigators are useful tools to have in the car whether you’re traveling to unfamiliar cities or just navigating your own hometown. We reviewed several GPS devices and selected our top 10 based on the following factors: 1. Large, bright touchscreen display that’s visible even in sunlight […]
Best Waterproof iPad Cases
Top Rated Waterproof iPad Cases By Jon Bannister As iPads and other tablets become more commonly used in our day-to-day activities, we need a reliable protective case that safeguards the iPad from water splashes. Whether you want to enjoy your tablet at the pool or beach, or you have a messy kid who could spill […]
JVC HARX700
Full-Size Portable Headphones 9/10 By Steve Holdgren Top quality headphones seem to be getting more and more expensive these days. Heaphones with similar quality, but not the desiner name, can be had under the $50 mark. Just because they are cheap doesn’t mean they are lacking in sound quality. These lightweight but still a little […]
Sennheiser HD201
Lightweight Headphones 8.5/10 By Steve Holdgren As far as budget headphones go, these are an excellent choice. For around $20 to $30, everything is just right. They may not compete with some of the more expensive options out there when it comes to noise isolation or bass levels, but that’s expected at this price level. […]
Best Headphones
Top 10 Rated Headphones By Steve Holdgren If you’re an audiophile who wants to enjoy the full richness of sound, then you need a good set of headphones. We looked at a number of headphones and selected our 10 favorites based on several factors: 1. Comfortable wearing even for extended periods of time 2. Clear, […]
Sharp LC-32LE450U
32” 720p LED TV 7.5/10 By Steve Holdgren The LC-32LE450U is a bit of a strange sight considering Sharp is really pushing the large screens this year. 32 inches is their smallest while 90 inches is their largest. That’s a big difference. Luckily, the difference is price is reflected in the size difference as well. […]
Cyber Link Power Director 12 Ultra
Video Editing Software 9/10 By Brian Jones Cyber Link’s Power Director 12 Ultra is an excellent alternative to Adobe’s video editing software. In reality, it is surely one of the top contenders in terms of power and flexibility. This program easily creates professional looking videos in minutes that you will be proud to show your […]
Best Video Editing Software
Top 10 Rated Video Editing Software By Brian Jones So many of our everyday gadgets are now capable of capturing video. What are we going to do with all of that video? Simple, make some great movies to share with friends and family online. Video editing software makes it quick and easy to put together […]
Premiere Elements 12
Video Editing Software 9.5/10 By Brian Jones “Hard to use” and “complicated” are usually phrases that are synonymous with Adobe software products. The Elements lineup of software are the answer to the normally complicated and expensive core software most are familiar with. Ease of use is the name of the game in Premiere Elements 12. […]
More Video Editing Software
Adobe Premiere Elements 10 9.5/10 Operating System: Windows 7, Vista, XP and Mac OS X v10.5.8-v10.6 DVD and Blu-ray support 99 multi-media editing tracks “Hard to use” and “complicated” are usually phrases that are synonymous with Adobe software products. Not this time. Adobe really made sure that the ease of use… read more Power Director […]
Corel PaintShop Pro X6 Ultimate
Photo Editing Software 9/10 By Brian Jones Corel has always been right on the heels of Adobe’s excellent Elements series of editing software. Paintshop Pro X6 Ultimate is surely closing the gap. On top of being easy to use and powerful, this iteration has a ton of new features to make it even more useful. […]
