REVIEW: Shark Genius Steam Mop
Your floor’s best friend I love to vacuum, but I hate to mop. That predisposition worked fine for me for years, but when we moved into our new place last fall, I don’t think I was prepared for how much…
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QUICK REVIEWS: Withings Thermo, Blood Pressure Monitor, and Steel HR
Living the quantified life If you read our review of the Withings Body Cardio smart scale, you know how much I enjoy the fantastic stats it provides. Withings was kind enough to send over some of the other health products…
REVIEW: Canary Flex Security Camera
A different look at outdoor security. Since the Canary is my favorite smart home security camera, I’ve been openly biased toward their brand for a while now. Many of the smart home brands have begun to focus on outdoor cameras…
REVIEW: Matador Ultra-Packable Adventure Gear
Great things come in small packages. I hate carrying a bunch of stuff around. I don’t know where this quirk came from, but it grates my nerves to travel, camp, or even commute with a load of bulky and heavy…
REVIEW: Ninja Coffee Bar
Bringing the coffee house home. As per most creatives, we’re big-time coffee drinkers in the Murrell household. When it’s just a quick cup, we used to hit up our trusty Keurig; when there’s more time to savor the process, we…
REVIEW: Raden A28 Check Smart Luggage
Check in and check out. Now that I’m in my mid-30s (official grown-up territory), I decided recently that it was time to upgrade my luggage beyond the battle-worn black rectangle I’ve owned since college. I fly quite a bit these…
REVIEW: Withings Body Cardio Scale
Stepping up to a healthier lifestyle. My body type in this stage of life is what I lovingly refer to as “skinny fat.” Besides a general lack of muscle definition and a seasonally soft mid-section, I’m generally healthy for a…
QUICK REVIEW: Philips Hue Dimmer and Tap Switches
The power of touch. We reviewed the Philips Hue system last summer, and have quickly fallen in love with having those awesome smart lights scattered throughout our home. As great as smart bulbs are, though, you’ll quickly realize that its…
REVIEW: GoalZero Nomad 7 Plus Solar Panel
Here comes the sun (power). Have you ever thought how many crucial systems in your life rely on electricity? Something as simple as a prolonged power outage or a long camping trip can make you realize how quickly you’ve grown…
REVIEW: Nutri Ninja BlendMAX Duo Blender
Putting the smooth in smoothie. When you think of smart home technology, you probably think exclusively of WiFi connected gadgets and other electronics that are geeky new additions to every day life. The truth is, some of the best innovations…
