Best Buy is the ultimate tech store. They have everything! They carry appliances, computers, music, movies, TVs, and much, much more. Chances are that you can find a gift for whomever is on your list. Or for yourself. The below list is of great last minute gifts to fit any budget. Linked items are available… Continue Reading
The Science of the Sleep Number Bed
I dreamed of trying out a Sleep Number bed for a long time. I never thought that I would actually have one. When I was contacted by Sleep Number to review a m7 bed with Memory Foam I swear I almost turned a cartwheel. I was setup about a month ...
The Windows Experience Index Explained
As a total computer geek I like to use computers that are powerful. There are many different factors that go into making your computer efficient - the processor speed, the amount of RAM (memory), and the hard drive speed to name a few. I do a lot of multitasking so I ...
Logitech Wireless Desktop MK710 Review + Giveaway from UNEEDIT.com
The wireless keyboard and mouse that I had been using with my desktop computer was several years old. It still works, but not as well as it should. It had come to the point that I needed to reposition the large desktop receiver to be very close to the keyboard ...
HP DV6-6c35dx Entertainment PC with Beats by Dr. Dre Laptop Review
When I read the specs of this laptop my first thought was "Wow... now THAT is a powerhouse machine!" And it lives up to my expectations...mostly. The HP dv6 with Beats by Dr. Dre is certainly made to impress. This laptop is very stylish with a 15.6" screen, speaker *bar* ...
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Giveaway: smarTouch Gloves – Use your SmartPhone in the Cold!
Last year I reviewed smarTouch gloves. These allow you to keep warm and still use your touchscreen smartphone! I still use them and they are awesome. Features: With smarTouch® gloves from ISOTONER®, you can operate handheld touchscreen devices while wearing gloves. They are compatible with most touchscreen devices including smartphones, mp3 players, ATM’s, gas pumps… Continue Reading
Gift Guide Giveaway: Microsoft Touch Mouse
I love a good mouse! They are a must. Even though I used a laptop 80% of the time I still use an external mouse. I have tried out quite a few and they just keep getting better and better. My new favorite is the Microsoft Touch Mouse. The Microsoft Touch Mouse is unique in… Continue Reading
Gift Guide Review & Giveaway: GameChanger for iPad
The GameChanger is as awesome gift idea. It is a dock accessory that plugs into any iPad. The GameChanger interfaces with the original iPad or iPad 2 via the sync port and turns it into an interactive board game. How does it work? You simply download the Gamechanger app to your iPad. Then plug the… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Keurig Special Edition Brewing System
Yep, this one is back on the gift list. If there is anyone on your shopping list that loves coffee, they will absolutely adore a Keurig! It’s the fast and easy way to get just one cup of coffee. There is no waste. There is no yelling at the last user because they did not… Continue Reading
Need a Last Minute Gift? Try SWAGG.com and the Swagg Mobile App
I do a LOT of online shopping. I prefer to shop this way rather than stand in long lines sometimes. I also sometimes love to give gift cards when I am not quite sure what to get. When I heard about SWAGG.com and the accompanying iPhone and Android apps I was eager to try it out. What… Continue Reading
Guest Post: 6 Best Gifts for the Woman Who Has Everything
When it comes to the woman in your life who has everything, it can seem impossible to find a quality gift. If you want to make an impression, you have to get creative. Getting the same old gift cards to the same old stores will produce the same old yawns and phony enthusiasm. For that… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Samsung, Dell, & Toshiba Laptop Round Up
Over the past few months I have used several laptops. Here are my thoughts. These range in size and type from a 10.1″ netbook to a 17″ full sized desktop replacement. Samsung N220 10.1″ Netbook: If you are looking for the perfect gift for a college student, teenager, spouse, or other loved one that is constantly… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Atomic Floyd MiniDarts Review
Earbuds are another one of my addictions. Why? Because I get a pair, they are either not so great or I get a great pair that I love, and they break! In the past couple of years I have gone through 2 pair of V-Moda Vibe Duo’s. Why 2? Because they keep developing a short!!!… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Western Digital TV Live Hub Media Center Review
Years ago, I purchased a media player when they were still pretty new. Even back then I loved to be the first one to jump on the bandwagon. It was ok. It did not do much except stream media from my computer, and you had to jump through hoops using 3rd party software to stream… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Cisco Valet Review
I have had a high speed internet connection since 1998. This means I have had my share of routers. I don’t exaggerate when I say that it seems like routers start to “go bad” every 2-3 years. The most frustrating part with getting a new router is the setup. The typical user has no idea… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Edifier Sound To Go Portable Speaker Review
The Edifier Sound To Go is a great gift for the music lover that travels. Some small laptops are known for not having great sound. So what do you do when you are in your hotel room with a couple of hours to kill and you want to hear some GOOD music? Some might pull… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Toshiba Satellite T235 Review
As mentioned previously, when I visited AMD in Austin I was sent home with a couple of goodies to check out. One of the awesome gifts was a Toshiba Satellite T235. This is a beautiful little 13.3″ laptop built on AMD Power. The model we received is the T235-1345RD. This is one slick looking computer…. Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Seagate GoFlex Home 1TB Hard Drive Review
This review originally posted on Type-A Parent. You can never have enough storage. That is my motto. And I am the type that uses several computers, streams music and media in my home, and takes lot of photos. When I had the opportunity to review the Seagate GoFlex Home Network Storage System, I knew that it was… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Motorola S10-HD Bluetooth Headset Review
One of my biggest annoyances is being at my desk at work with my earbuds in my ear listening to music and then I have to turn in my chair to get something behind me and SNATCH!! They rip right out of my ears because of course the cord is still connected to the computer…. Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Coby Butterfly iPod Dock Review
Yes, it is that time. I have been reviewing a few products for inclusion in my 2010 Christmas Gift Guide. I will be doing individual posts on each items, and including a PDF version of the whole thing once all write-ups have been done. The first item on the list is the Coby Butterfly CS-MP165… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: WD Livewire Powerline AV Network Kit
I wish that I had discovered this kit long ago. Wow. My home is wired with Ethernet because I’m a nerd and I had it done when the home was built 4 years ago. But, when I planned that and laid everything out, I did not really picture where the furniture would be so a… Continue Reading
Use Friendgiftr to get easy gift cards for any occasion
This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of FriendGiftr. All opinions are 100% mine. I have been hearing a lot about FriendGiftr lately. We all love gift cards. Receiving a gift card is like getting a gift twice. You get one gift when you open the envelope and another gift when you… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Sneaking it in on time by the skin of my teeth?
Well.. almost on time. As I state at the top of the page, in a perfect world this would have been done about a month ago. But it just did not happen. And it’s still not done. But it’s a start! A great start. So, no need for small talk… check out the first 6… Continue Reading
Gift Guide: Jawbone Icon review and giveaway
This Jawbone is number one on my upcoming Mother’s Day gift guide. It had been quite a while since I checked out a Jawbone. Honestly, I had one years ago through work, and I gave it away because I did not like it much. But, the new Jawbone Icon’s are unlike any Jawbone earpiece that… Continue Reading