I really love the Pixel Buds Pro 2, and they are still the earbuds that I carry with me every day. And right now, you can snag Google's flagship earbuds for just $169. That is a full $60 off the retail price, and after using these a lot lately for calls and workouts, I can confidently say they are … [Read more...] about I still love the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and they are $60 off right now
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Clicks unveils ‘Communicator’ Android phone with a physical keyboard and ‘Power Keyboard’
If you have been mourning BlackBerry for the last decade, CES 2026 just delivered some very good news. Clicks—the company that went viral last year for slapping a physical keyboard case onto your smartphone—is back. But this time, they aren't just making accessories; they are making a phone. It’s … [Read more...] about Clicks unveils ‘Communicator’ Android phone with a physical keyboard and ‘Power Keyboard’
Small, helpful features in ChromeOS never cease to amaze me
Just this week, I put a new USB Type-C screen in my bag and I've absolutely loved it. You can read more about it in the other post I wrote, but it is a unique accessory that allows me to have an on-the-go second screen that can sit above my Chromebook's screen, takes up very little space, and works … [Read more...] about Small, helpful features in ChromeOS never cease to amaze me
We’re headed back to CES for the first time in years: here’s what I’m excited for
It's been a whopping 3 years since I've been out to the desert in Vegas for CES - the massive tech conference that attracts well over 100,000 attendees each year. Things have changed in some pretty substantial ways for the Chromebook ecosystem since then, and there simply hasn't been much reason to … [Read more...] about We’re headed back to CES for the first time in years: here’s what I’m excited for
My new portable monitor for my mobile Chromebook setup is both unique and affordable
One of my favorite things about Chromebooks in general is the plug-and-play nature of these devices. Without too much thought, I can see a new accessory and immediately feel very confident that it will work well with my Chromebook without the need of drivers, setup, and other technical bits. Just … [Read more...] about My new portable monitor for my mobile Chromebook setup is both unique and affordable
The Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion deadline is here for real this time around
As we approach the third anniversary of Stadia’s shutdown, the final "active" remnant of Google’s cloud gaming experiment is about to go dark. For years, the official Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion tool has lived on borrowed time, receiving multiple last-minute extensions from Google. … [Read more...] about The Stadia Controller Bluetooth conversion deadline is here for real this time around
My favorite earbuds ever, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, are down to just $159
If you have been waiting for the right time to pick up a pair of high-end wireless earbuds, this is it. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro—which are, without a doubt, my favorite earbuds I have ever used—are currently seeing a massive discount for Black Friday. Right now, you can grab these premium … [Read more...] about My favorite earbuds ever, the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, are down to just $159
All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
When I first unboxed the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk over a year and a half ago, I was immediately impressed. I thought it was a brilliant, well-crafted, and thoughtfully designed set of accessories. But if I'm being honest, it didn't immediately find a permanent place in my daily workflow. At the … [Read more...] about All of a sudden, I never leave home without the Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk
Yes, you can still manage your Logitech Unifying Receiver on your Chromebook
For years, those of us who use Logitech mice and keyboards with our Chromebooks have relied on the trusty Logitech Unifying Receiver Chrome App. It was a simple utility that let you pair, un-pair, and manage the devices connected to your Logi dongle. But with the somewhat-recent deprecation of … [Read more...] about Yes, you can still manage your Logitech Unifying Receiver on your Chromebook
This new TSA-friendly Anker power bank can charge two laptops and a phone at once
After first being unveiled at IFA 2025 last month, Anker's most powerful portable battery is now officially available for purchase. The new Anker Prime Power Bank (26k, 300W) is a true powerhouse designed for travelers or anyone like me with multiple power-hungry devices. And to celebrate the … [Read more...] about This new TSA-friendly Anker power bank can charge two laptops and a phone at once
This new UGreen tracker is the ultra-thin Google Find My wallet tracker I’ve been waiting for
A few years ago for Christmas, my wife bought me a set of Tile trackers. It was a great gift, as I'm notorious for misplacing my keys and wallet, and I've used them quite frequently. But just the other day, I got the inevitable notification that my wallet tracker's battery is finally calling it … [Read more...] about This new UGreen tracker is the ultra-thin Google Find My wallet tracker I’ve been waiting for
The Pixel Watch 4 is finally repairable, and that’s a huge deal
For the past three generations, the Pixel Watch has had one major flaw. If you broke the screen or the battery started to fade, you were simply out of luck. Without a warranty, your only option was a full, costly replacement. It was a glaring hole in Google's sustainability message and a major … [Read more...] about The Pixel Watch 4 is finally repairable, and that’s a huge deal
