Tech Reviews
Tech Reviews of gadgets, computer hardware, mobile devices, home and auto tech, emerging devices, digital entertainment, and more!
I write and post about all kinds of things here on The Smorgasbord, but the “Tech Reviews” I do stems from my passion of electronics, computers, and new devices. Technology is becoming more and more engrained in our lives, and I’m fascinated by how integrated our living room, kitchen, office, car, and mobile devices are becoming. We may not have flying cars or moving sidewalks just yet, but it’s amazing how far we’ve come in just a few years. I hope you enjoy these tech reviews as much as I’ve enjoyed writing them - hopefully you’ll think many of them are cool and time-saving too!
Amazon Kindle eReader Review
Amazon really delivers with this portable device that has 3G EVDO connectivity (but no monthly fees). You might be surprised by all you get with this small portable eReader and what the future of printed publications could be.
Nextar T-30 Review
The market is flooded with iPod’s - why wouldn’t the other electronics companies try to combat that with a cheaper portable mp3 player that has more features? They have, and one of the best examples is the Nextar T30.
LG BH200 Blu-Ray HD-DVD Combo Player Review
If you’re looking for an affordable Blu-Ray player that just about everything and then some, look no further than the LG BH200. It’s tops in it’s class and just came down in price a few hundred dollars. By now for yourself before X-mas buying begins!
Sata HDD Dock
Why plugin a flash drive when you can have a dock to plugin in entire hard drives? This is the ultimate geeky gadget, especially if you repair or work on PC’s!
Free Online Storage Review
Don’t let a natural disaster like fire or water damage destroy your digital assets like pictures, mp3 files, and documents! I’ll show you 10 services where you can get 100GB+ of free online storage and the different features you should be on the lookout for.
HP Touchsmart Review
This Windows “Mac Killer” has one thing that an iMac doesn’t - a touchscreen! It’s pretty cool, take a look at the next generation of computers today!
Canon Vixia HF10 Hi Def Camcorder Review
Probably the best High Definition digital camcorder on the market right now for the money.
Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card Review
The Eye-Fi Wireless SD Card actually connects to your wireless network and uploads your pictures to your PC or the web - automatically! No cradle, no wires, no adapters, just using the flash card!
Asus Eee PC Windows XP
Asus has released a Eee PC with Windows XP Home installed and they expect to move 2 million (Linux and Windows) units in 2008.
Buffalo Drivestation Review
Everyone needs a backup solution for their mp3’s and digital photos, not to mention important digital documents. Even your grandma can use the Buffalo Drivestation!
Flip Video Camcorder
The Flip Video Camcorder is a great solution for recording (web quality) video on the go. The controls are simple, video is easily transferred to a PC, and the device is very affordable at around $100.
Touch HTC: My New Favorite Cell Phone
The “HTC Touch” is a great cell phone with iPhone-like features for half the price. Plus - it has stereo bluetooth!!
IDE to USB Converter Cable
With this handy little cable, just plug your spare hard drive directly to your PC using any USB port!
Asus Eee PC Review
My original review of the Asus Eee PC (Linux), the hot new “sub-compact laptop” that’s been in the top 10 of Amazon’s “Computers and Technology” sales list for over a year now!
Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headset Review
If you want to know how those new Bluetooth headsets perform with the new “noise cancelling” technology - this review is for you!
Why I Like Vonage
Review of the Vonage Internet or “IP” phone, and we we’ve grown to like it quite a bit in our home.
Digital Notepad Review
There are lots of digital notepads on the market now where you can take notes on the go, and then transfer them to your PC. Great for teachers and students!
Wireless Bluetooth USB
With one of these bluetooth tranceivers you can plugin it into your USB port and transfer data between your PC and cell phone(s).
Wireless Hard Drive Review
If you’re looking for a hard drive that can connect to your network without wires - this is what you need!
Home Security Guide - IP Cameras Guide
You don’t have to go to your local “spy” shop, you can install wireless IP cameras in your home and get the video over your home network for an easy DIY home security solution!
Network Storage
If you have multiple PC’s and wireless devices in your home (and laptops) - you seriously need to invest in some network storage! For small business owners - this is a must!
Wireless USB Hub Ditches the Cables
Easily connect USB devices to your computer without using any messy cables! Connect wirelessly!
Convert Vinyl Records to MP3
It’s pretty easy to convert your vinyl collection to digital MP3’s when you have a turntable that connects to your PC!
How to Boot Windows XP from a USB Flash Drive in 5 Easy Steps
Steps to boot and install Windows XP right from a portable USB Flash Drive in only 5 steps!
All in One MP3 to USB Car Adaptor - My Favorite Gadget
This crazy little adapter connects usb sticks, flash memory cards, and mp3 players and cell phones to your car stereo via FM transmitter, ingenious!
Rip DVD’s No More - HDD Player fixes everything
Stick a hard drive into one of these little puppies, and you have your own personal multimedia box for digital picture slideshows, a home jukebox, and movie player!
SSD Solid State Drive Roundup - The Ultimate Definitive Guide
Everything you could ever want to know about SSD Solid State Drives!
Portable Apps - Work from Your USB Flash Drive Anywhere Free
How to have your own “portable office suite” on your USB memory stick for free!
