Author Archives: Ben Patterson

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro: Unboxing and ears-on impressions

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Ben Patterson

Samsung just unleashed its first premium pair of earbuds, the Galaxy Buds Pro, and they come brimming with features such as improved water resistance, spatial 3D audio, adjustable active noise cancellation, a four-step ambient noise mode, and the ab… Continue reading →

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Ring rolls out end-to-end encryption for select doorbells and security cameras

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Ben Patterson

Available starting today, end-to-end encryption adds another layer of protection for your Ring video recordings, although implementing it also means giving up some key features. Continue reading →

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Your Lenovo laptop will soon double as an Amazon Echo Show

Posted on January 7, 2021 by Ben Patterson

Lenovo’s upcoming Show Mode will bring the Alexa-powered Echo Show interface to Lenovo PCs and laptops. Continue reading →

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New Nest cameras on tap for 2021 as Nest Cam IQ Outdoor sells out

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Ben Patterson

Google says a “new lineup of security camerasâ€� is on the way as soon as this year. Continue reading →

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Nanoleaf Shapes – Triangles review: Nanoleaf adds variety to its new line of light panels

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Ben Patterson

Nanoleaf’s impressive Hexagons light panels just got some company. Continue reading →

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Twinkly Strings 250 LEDs Multicolor review: These smart string lights deliver dazzling effects

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Ben Patterson

The Twinkly app scans each individual LED in the string, setting the stage for eye-popping animations. Continue reading →

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HBO Max comes to Roku devices at last

Posted on December 16, 2020 by Ben Patterson

The long-awaited deal comes just in time for ‘Wonder Woman 1984,’ which will debut on HBO Max on Christmas Day. Continue reading →

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A Google Nest Hub might join you for your next hotel stay

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Ben Patterson

Google’s seven-inch Nest Hub smart display is about to double as a bellhop. Continue reading →

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Netgear’s new Meural WiFi Photo Frame focuses on family snapshots

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Ben Patterson

The Wi-Fi-enabled frame from Netgear-owned Meural syncs with photo albums on your iPhone or Android phone. Continue reading →

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Aura Carver review: This landscape-only photo frame automatically pairs portrait images

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Ben Patterson

The Aura Carver picture frame uses AI to ensure you don’t see letterbox bars when the frame is displaying portrait images. Continue reading →

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