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Review: LG Watch Sport Android Wear 2.0

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This last year Google announced and released, Android Wear 2.0. Android Wear 2.0, a major update to Android wear watches that brings a slew of new features and improvements. With that, there were new Android Wear 2.0 smartwatches announced, one of them being the LG Watch Sport.

I picked up the LG Watch Sport, one of the first Android Wear 2.0 watches to be available in the US. The LG Watch Sport comes with Android 2.0 installed out of the box and features an LTE chip so it can be used independently of a smart phone using AT&T Number Sync, and similar services on other carriers. The Watch Sport has received mixed reviews online so I decided to toss my opinion out there too. Check out the review video below.

LG Watch Sport on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2ncbujZ

Review: Razer Blade 2016

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The Razer Blade is an amazing powerhouse of a machine. It’s spec with Intel’s latest processors, ample amounts of system memory, fast and reliable SSD hard drives, and includes a full desktop class Nvidia GTX graphics card. Razer is not playing around when it comes to the Razer Blade!

While the Razer Blade is targeted towards gamers, this is apparent from the styling of the laptop, as well as Razer’s motto, “For Gamers, By Gamers.” Because it has plenty of powerful hardware, this laptop can also be used for creatives looking find the best balance of hardware and build quality. Check out the video review for more details.

Razer Blade (Skylake) on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2mOaW4R
Razer Blade (Kaby Lake) on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2mUoCNz

Review: Razer Core + GTX 1080 Strix

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The Razer Core is an external graphics card until that will allow you, through Thunderbolt 3, to connect a desktop graphics card to either a Razer Stealth or Razer Blade laptop. What’s nice about the Razer Core is that it also has USB 3 ports and an Ethernet port so you can also use it as a hub as well as a graphics housing.

In this review, I take my Razer Blade 2016 and pair it with the Razer Core housing an Asus Strix GTX 1080 to see if it can outperform the GTX 1060 that comes with the Razer Blade. While the Razer Core is mainly targeted towards games, as it can help boost FPS in most games, I am looking at this from a creative’s perspective on a mission to find the ultimate processing power.

Razer Blade (Skylake) on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2mOaW4R
Razer Blade (Kaby Lake) on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2mUoCNz
Asus GTX 1080 Strix on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2niqTCV

Review: Udirc Venom High Speed Remote Control Electric Boat

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Recently we had a lot of rainfall here in the central valley and that means that the parking lot in front of our office flooded, like always. This happens every time we get a decent amount of rainfall and it creates a “lake” in the middle of the parking lot.

The time I decided to take advantage of the “lake” that was formed and picked up the Udirc Venom RC Boat. This boat is a blast to use and was the perfect excuse to get out and made a video on. It’s a ton of fun at a low price, check out our video for some action shots!

I’ve also included some links to Amazon where you can purchase the Venom for yourself.

Get the Udirc Venom on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jGbAyz
Get Extra Udirc Venom Batteries on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jG9ej3
Get the Threeway Charger on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2iplsvD

Review: Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base

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The Surface Book was a milestone product for Microsoft. This laptop/tablet hybrid that they don’t actually call a tablet, changed the way people thought about creating on a Microsoft device. From the interesting hinge to the detachable display, the 2-in-1 computer just begs to be paid attention to.

At first launch, I didn’t give it much consideration. It simply was not powerful enough for my daily needs. When Microsoft decided to upgrade the device with the performance base, I thought, maybe it’s time to give it a try.

I edit a lot of photos and video on my laptop and keep a lot of tasks running at the same time. Will this device be able to handle my workload and my workflow? I attempt to answer that question in my video review of the Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base.

Microsoft Surface Book with Performance Base: http://amzn.to/2j7zjHp

Using Lightroom on the Surface Book via Ditch Auto: https://youtu.be/53t-YeheBU4

Bose QuietComfort 35 vs. Sony MDR1000X/B Headphones

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Today I put the Bose QuietComfort 35 Bluetooth Headphones up against the Sony MDR1000X/B Bluetooth Headphones. I have been stuck in a battle between the two for a few weeks now, and oddly enough, I can make an argument for either pair. So which should you buy? Read on, or watch our video comparison.

I had the Bose QC35s first. I’ve spent more time with them, and I flew more miles wearing them. That doesn’t necessarily make them better. When Sony released their MDR1000X model, I quickly jumped at ordering them. I have been a Sony audio fan for a lot of years and have had countless headphones of that brand. However, when I think of noise cancellation, I always tend to think of Bose. This is simply because I have seen more people using them.

The Bose QC35s have crazy noise cancellation. I mention in the video that it is almost disorienting when it turns on. The Sonys have a bit more adjustment to them with different cancellation profiles you can choose from. You can tune cancellation with the Bose app on your smartphone.

The main advantage Sony has over Bose is onboard controls. You can do more by touching your Sony headphones than you can with Bose making it a better handsfree experience. With NFC tap to connect and a touchpad on one side of the Sony headphones, the experience is simply more polished.

Audio quality is pretty similar. I would say that the Sonys are a bit louder and produce slightly deeper tones but both headphones are great in the mid and high ranges. Sony seemed to edge out the Bose headphones by producing slightly longer battery life for me, but this will vary depending on what you are listening to, the audio levels in which you listen, and the use of noise cancellation.

Overall, both are a solid choice. Check out the video for my opinion on fit. That will most likely be the deciding factor for most.

Get the Bose QC 35’s on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2j8McBf
Get the Sony MDR1000X/B’s on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2iIDxGN

Review: Anki Overdrive

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What can I say, this is one of those toys that is more than a toy and it captures the spirit of competition in everybody that tries it out. Anki Overdrive is fantastic. It is one of the best game experiences using AI that there is.

Anki Overdrive is a racing game that you play with your smartphone, but it’s so much more than that. The cars you race are real scale cars that drive on a track. The battle is real and right in front of you. You can configure the track into different courses to change things up but the real fun is racing against others. You can battle the AI computer to unlock different challenges and mods for your car. You can also race against up to 3 others for a total of 4 cars on the track. Each car comes by default with different strengths. As you race more with that car, you unlock different boosts and attack modes. It’s endless fun.

Anki Overdrive comes as a starter kit (linked below) but also has expansion options and additional cars. I ended up buying a few extra cars and track pieces so up to four of us could race at a time.

Even if you are not a fan of racing games, you will love Anki Overdrive. It combines smartphone gaming with real life in a fun way. Check out the Amazon link below to see what Anki has available. The Anki Overdrive platform is a lot of fun for all ages.

Get the Anki OVERDRIVE Starter Kit on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2j24Q19

Get the Anki OVERDRIVE Expansion Kits on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jnk5yx

Review: Parrot Bebop 2 Drone

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The first time I saw a Parrot Drone was at CES in 2012. They had this giant arena with drones flying in sequence, it was pretty cool. Fast forward years later and here I am flying one of their most advanced Drones available.

What surprised me about the Parrot Bebop 2 is its size. It’s tiny, which means you can take it anywhere. I opted to get it with the sky controller, which gives you dual sticks to fly it with. However, if you need to travel light, you can fly it with a phone or tablet.

The Parrot Bebop 2 not being the first drone I had flown, I had high hopes for it. Parrot has been in the drone game for a bit longer than most companies, so I was looking forward to a polished experience.

When I took to the air, I was surprised at how easy it was. The process is mostly automated for flying this drone. Of course, you can take control of it yourself, but it does a good job of helping you stay level and out of trouble. New software updates announced at CES this year in 2017 unlock additional features to make your Bebop 2, even more fun to fly.

Check out our video review of the drone to see our opinion of it and watch some actual flight time in the air. It’s a fantastic starter drone for anybody looking to start flying and it has the features to keep you interested even after your skills and needs advance a bit.

Check out the Parrot Bebop 2 Drone on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2c0ULfW

Review: TaoTronics TT-BH07 Bluetooth Headphones

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Over the years I’ve become a skeptic when it comes to Bluetooth headphones. They are so cheap to create these days that many companies just put out an inferior product and market it in a way that’s confusing to the consumer. TaoTronics has actually succeeded in creating a budget product that still has decent quality.

Don’t get me wrong, there are shortcomings in this product. The control block is a bit large and it is a little weird that the charging port is also part of it. Time will tell whether or not these headphones will hold up and whether or not they will work well for me at the gym.

Check out our recent review video postage or you to channel where I showcase these headphones and talk about their strengths and weaknesses.

When buying the Bluetooth earbuds, you have to consider a couple of different things. First is the quality of audio which usually goes up of cost. Second is the build quality which also goes up with cost. With the TaoTronics TT-BH07 Bluetooth Headphones, you get a decent dose of both. Those of you living in an iPhone 7 world where you have no headphone jack, these earbuds are a serious contender. Just look at the reviews on Amazon. For the price, you cant beat them.

Get the TaoTronics TT-BH07 on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2jbzA0o

Sena Cases Apple Pencil Stand

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Keep your desktop organized with this leather wrapped stand your Apple Pencil will gladly call home. Holds upright or perched on its side for easy charging. Its sleek look is topped off with gunmetal trim, soft-touch lining, and non-slip base.

Apple Pencil Stand Features:

  • Stand and cap holder
  • Notches for horizontal placement and charging
  • Non-slip base
  • European leather
  • Gunmetal trim

Purchase the Apple Pencil Stand
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