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Favorite Stuff from 2024

1/1/2025

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This list is somewhat inspired by the “Upgradies” from one of my favorite podcasts.   It’s essentially a list of favorites of 2024.  I will give their choice ( on their categories) and my choice in this list.

iOS App of the Year

They chose Flighty, which is for people that travel via airlines.  I had no need for such an app in 2024, so I went with Carrot Weather.  It is one of those few apps that gets meaningful updates all the time.  I think weather is something we are all interested in, so it’s my top choice.  It was a runner up on their list.

Best Newcomer iOS app

We both chose Delta.  It officially brought ROMs to iOS and was easier to use than other options, in my opinion.  I paired it with a Gamesir G8 for a perfect combination.  I still have my old NES and cartridges, so it is great to take them portable.
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Best Mac app

Another one that we agreed on.. Pixelmator Pro.  I wanted to give them a going away present since they got purchased by Apple in 2024.  Just a great intuitive app to live alongside apps like Lightroom and Photoshop.  My runner up would be Alfred 5.  Still use this all the time to launch apps on my Mac using an iPad.=


Favorite Tech Podcast

Macbreak Weekly.  I have watched this on my AppleTV for as long as I have had an AppleTV.  It is both funny and entertaining with their take on the latest Apple News.  Special mention to Upgrade ( which also has Jason Snell as a host).

Favorite Podcast ( non-Tech)


Their choice for favorite podcast was The Rest is History, which I am unfamiliar with.  The Joe Rogan Experience was my choice.  Was any podcast discussed as much as Rogan the last few years?  It’s for good reason, whether he was interviewing Trump/Vance, discussing UFOs, or interviewing comics and academics, the show is almost always entertaining.   I don’t listen to all his shows, but outside of tech, he is my first “ go to” podcast.

Most disappointing TV show

Unlike Upgrade, which named a favorite show (Shogun), I have to say that I loved “Shrinking”, but this year, somehow the show just started to lose my interest as they dug into side characters and left the main characters in the background for too many episodes.  I remember having a similar situation with Walking Dead a while back, and on both accounts, I decided to stop watching.  Of course, it was many seasons into Walking Dead before that happened and some of it could be blamed on killing off several  pivotal characters.   Here, it just feels like they just ran out of ideas for the main characters.  

Favorite Apple Product 

They chose the Mac Mini M4 and I can see why.  It shrunk while increasing performance.  The dollar to perform ratio is off the charts.  Personally, I just mounted my M1 Mac Mini under my desk, so a smaller size wouldn’t be a gain of any kind for my needs.  On the other hand, the slimmer, lighter design of the iPad 12.9 M4 has been a welcome design change.  I find it easier to hold than the heavy M1.  The OLED screen is also amazing.  It feels like a fully realized machine without a ny hardware trade offs.  We just need more powerful apps to get the most out of it now.


Favorite Accessory for an Apple Product

This would be the awesome ESR Case for the iPad.  I reviewed it here.   
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Best Non-Apple Tech Product

They chose Meta Glasses.  Personally, I would rather not have Meta seeing everything I see, but that’s just me, apparently.  Instead, the Wiim Ultra is a fantastic music streamer and preamp.  I did a couple videos about it in 2024.
Most Disappointing Tech

They said Image Playgrounds.  I have to give that honor to the Vision Pro.  It is too expensive, too heavy and cumbersome, too isolating, and does not have enough apps or features to justify that price for most people.  All of those things were disappointing, so I hope Apple comes out with something lighter and with a video input so it can be used with other stuff (PC), etc.   Not to mention that the price is ridiculous unless you fit a very specific market.

Most Life-changing Hardware 

They said AirPod Pro 2s and I tend to agree with them.  It’s not every day that you get an update to an older product that can make a huge change to some users lives.   The new hearing aid function will be a real game changer for some people.   For me, it was the “Clearly Filtered” pitcher.  It gave me reason to drink clean water rather than guzzling Diet Mtn  Dew all day.  It also improved our coffee and tea.

Favorite Tech Story

This has to be the story of Starlink providing internet to Hurricane Helene victims.  It is crazy to think that you can get fast internet with a small dish.  We were looking into Starlink already since it would be nice to have on Jeep adventures, so this story caught my eye.

Favorite non-tech product

Shoes are a kind of tech, but I am mentioning Birkenstock clogs in this category.  These are the best “house” shoes I have ever owned.  They slip on and off, get more comfortable with each wear, and give plenty of support.  

Favorite Magazine

I read a lot of magazines, but my favorite is probably Garden & Gun.   It may be because I am a dog lover and their Good Dog article is fantastic ( this month, the author of the article is John Grisham).  However, it is just a great guide to some of the better things in the South.  Whether it is whiskey, the arts, amazing restaurants, great music or a host of other things, it gives you a window into amazing things going on.

Favorite Album

MJ Lenderman - Manning Fireworks - I have always had a soft spot for alt-country.  I guess that started with The Flying Burrito Brothers and this one follows that great tradition.   


Favorite Song

Million Dollar Baby - probably not meant for my demographic, but we listened to this more than any other song this year.  I also want to give a special mention to Chris Stapleton’s Higher which has one of his best vocals.

Favorite Concert  

We just went to an amazing Gregory Porter concert, but I haven’t to give this to JJ Grey & Mofro.  I had never listened to his music, but was invited to go, so I figured “why not?”   Before the concert was over, I was a true believer and look forward to seeing him again.


Most listened to artist

For the second year in a row, The Rolling Stones were my most listened to group.  I am kind of surprise, to be honest.  I can think of several artists that I thought I preferred, but I guess the proof is in the pudding on this one.  Their ranking probably has something to do with the album Exile on Main Street being one of my summer background music these days.  

Favorite Photo that I took this year
The picture below was from my wife's gallery opening.  
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The Wrap Up

Hope everyone has a fantastic 2025!  

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Cluttered Office Redux

12/23/2024

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I wrote an article called “the cluttered home office” around 12 years ago.   My opinion on this hasn’t changed one bit, but my work circumstances have changed, so I thought I would discuss whether this setup that was initially built around the concept of a man cave actually works for a professional working at home.

Like many people, my job moved from an office to the house at the outbreak of the pandemic.  This meant that instead of using my home office a couple hours each week, I was using it at least 40 hours, not including the time I use it for my own hobbies.   I posted a recent video and received the comment below that mirrors a few of the comments on webpages like Lifehacker and other tech websites that featured photos of my office a few years back:


“ Gadget over kill - you will ignore most of this in a week.  Your lack of use space is extreme.   You are going to spend a lot of time just untangling and maintaining your toys  and gimmicks.  Too many screens and each will distract from each other.  Not a work desk simply a show desk of little to no utility.  Nightmare to keep clean and dust free. CLUTTER CLUTTER CLUTTER”


Part of this post was obviously well thought out because it hit some of the same points I have seen in the past.  Of course, it had some of its own over the top ridiculous rhetoric that makes it stand out, as well! 
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First, let's start with the video of my cluttered office. As I mentioned in my "show notes", this video is me just talking about the space off the cuff. 

​“ Gadget over kill - you will ignore most of this in a week. “

The area has had toys and gadgets in it for going on 15 years , so this comment is uninformed, if I am being polite.  Yes, a few items have been added, but let’s talk about them:

Baby Yoda - It’s a stress reliever that my wife bought me for the room.  As I stated, she gets some fun coming in here and tapping the top of its head to get one of its many interactions.  It is just sitting under the monitor on the side of my desk, so it never gets in the way.  I am a fan of Mandalorian, so seeing it puts a smile on my face during a stressful day.  Similarly, the R2D2 and Elvis Bobblehead are also here to cheer me up on stressful days.   The person saying this must not have any paintings, books, photos, etc. on display because once you see something once, it must get ignored in their world.

Loopedeck - this actually tucks away next to the thunderbolt dock behind it, but I rarely pull it off of the desk.  It is so convenient to launch apps and websites at the touch of a button.
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Tivoom Max - this may be the one thing in the area that gives “anal-rentitive” people fits.  If you are the type that easily gets put off by distractions, the Tivoom can be setup as a clock (see above), which I mentioned in the video.  I personally can easily focus with it in front of me and maybe that’s because when I first started my career, I worked for a company that put us into half cubicles.  No walls and plenty of distractions.  Hearing every cough, nails being clipped…yes, one person cut their fingernails every week at their desk…and phone calls from multiple people going on simultaneously were the norm.  Having something on my desk with a screen is hardly any kind of distraction.  It’s more of a pleasure since even when I don’t have it on the clock, I get to enjoy some of the fun pixel art which I change or add to on occasion.

The Echo Show is one of the newer items on the desk (July 2023) with another screen.  I had an Echo Spot before that (2017) and I just found the screen to be too small.  What does that have to do with work?  Nothing.  However, it allows me to see video cameras on my property, so I can see who is at the door when someone knocks.  It is a way to know if I really need to get up or just get something off the porch when I can break free.  How this would distract me when it is just running a slideshow or clock, I really don’t know.  The big upside for me is being able to control music (it can control music on the Wiim Ultra by voice).   I also like to run 4K YouTube screensavers when I am working on hobbies and it is great for knowing when a product is delivered or for checking weather.

The three monitor setup - I love having 3 monitors.  I wrote about how that started a while back, but I just want to mention why I prefer it.  Each monitor has its own use case.  The ultra wide is used for work and I can hit a button and it works with my home computer or my Denon receiver.  It’s the beauty of having multiple video inputs and why I no longer have an iMac on my desk.  The side display is for podcasts, music, messenger, email and other things that might have me picking up my phone instead (which can lead to more distractions).  This makes checking a text or email a lot faster than using my phone since I can just glance over when I get an alert.  I also like having it for hobbies....like using Final Cut on both screens or Lightroom.

The one display that you could say is overkill is the Vizio above my main display.  I don’t usually have it on during work hours, but when I go into music listening mode, I like to have it on for album artwork ( both iPad running Apple Music or Wiim running Amazon Music).  It can also run Alfred (hit a button to launch apps quickly on my Mac) or I like to have AppleTV running on it.   It’s great for playing back sports and concerts while I am working on photos, as one common example.  Yes, I could lose it and not miss it most of the time.  However, I would just have some artwork up there, so why not have something that is often quite useful?

“Your lack of use space is extreme”

This one I don’t even understand.  The desk is 60x30 and the side monitor can be pushed away from the desk because it’s on an arm.  The keyboard on the desk is wireless and can be moved.  I wrap presents on the desk, so I think it can handle anything I would need to do on it.   Also, I want to be able to reach anything I put on my desk, so a bigger desk would mean having things outside my reach.  I wouldn't want that.

As a side note, the room itself is definitely small.  I picked the smallest room in the house for my office when I was using a roll top desk and maybe came in the room once a month.   There are  benefits to its small size, though. It allows me to reach most of my audio & video stuff from the cockpit without getting up.   I love the fact that I can flip a record by just spinning around in my chair. I am 6’5 and I don’t feel constrained, so I doubt it would be a problem for most humans...maybe Shaq would find it limiting.  

I do wonder what people that make comments about the limited space do for a living?  Arts and crafts?   I work on a computer and could do my job in a chair at the airport using a laptop (though, I would definitely miss the large screens).  How would a room with a 60x30 desk be space constrained in comparison?    

​I need monitors, keyboard, and a mouse to do my job and there is more than enough space for that.  For some reason, I am picturing one computer, one mouse, and one keyboard in a huge space as the only thing that would work for this commenter.  
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​“You are going to spend a lot of time just untangling and maintaining your toys  and gimmicks”

I got the Tivoom Max five years ago.  The amount of time I have spent ”untangling and maintaining” is maybe one minute to plug it in.  The Echo Show is also one power cord.  If someone knows what they meant by that statement, please let me know.   By the way, I don’t care about cable management.  Yes, if I was anal, I might spend time untangling when I change something out, but not for the gadgets on the desk.  The main source of the cable mess is heavy HDMI cables and Ethernet cables, but perfect cable management is a waste of my time and more difficult with a standing desk, so I don’t obsess over it.  It’s a very low priority in my setup.   I believe I discuss that in the video. 
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​Too many screens and each will distract from each other.  Not a work desk simply a show desk of little to no utility. 

This is just a dumb statement.  No offense to the person that wrote it, but I have worked in the space for almost five years.  If I was unable to work here, I would have been let go.  The utility is the screens.  If you are using one screen, good for you.  But hundreds of jobs use multiple screens.  Where I work, it's the norm.  

To quote my prior article on the subject:
"There is more empty space on this desk than the one I have at work.  At the office, I have a ten key, phone, stapler, two large monitors, a radio, a fan, papers, and a notepad on the desk, and it leaves me with a lot less space than I have here.  If you think this area is cluttered, you should visit an office where people work."

I realize some have an issue using more than one screen, though.
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​“Nightmare to keep clean and dust free. CLUTTER CLUTTER CLUTTER” ​​

Compared to what?  Yes, it is more to dust than an iMac and some earbuds.  Who cares?  I do agree it has clutter, but that gives it personality and a sense of who I am.  I like those type of “so-called” distractions.   Please see my past article that discusses this in more detail. I do have an air filter than runs in the room (2nd video when I record it).  It keeps dust at a minimum, but "dust free" has never been a goal of mine.  After reading the comments, I think this person was related to Felix in the Odd Couple or is an angry Alice from the Brady Bunch.  
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All in all, this space is not for everyone.  Especially, if they have ADD or some similar ailment.  It was designed with only my needs in mind and it is custom made to have both personality, allow me to do my job, and to have fun with my hobbies.  As I mentioned in my prior post, I have no desire to surrender my room to just work.  Others may need a sterile room with no personality because they have no ability to focus, so I would definitely not recommend this type of setup to them.   Actually, now that I think about it, I wasn’t recommending it to anyone, I was just describing how my desk is setup.  Stay away from my upcoming video with the rest of the room.  The amount of stuff that has to be dusted may send this type of person to an institution just from seeing the number of gadgets in the space!   


Anyway, I appreciate the comments, even critical comments if they are well thought out.  Occasionally, it makes me reconsider something or brings a different idea to mind that I may find useful.  Not really in this case, since I love the current configuration of my setup, but well thought out critiques in general, even alongside some weird comments, can often be useful.   Anyway, I thought I would have some fun with one comment that I knew would launch a fun article (at least fun for me to write it). 
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Home Office 2025

12/20/2024

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I thought I would post a video of where my desk setup is as we head into 2025.  I plan to record a second video of the rest of the space in the next month or so.
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Gift Ideas for less than 50 bucks

12/2/2024

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Since my top ten tech ideas are often too much to spend on gifts, I thought I would post some less expensive gadgets and stuff I have used or have bought and are on the way at the moment.  These are currently less than $50, but that could obviously change as the deals come to an end.

I am starting with ten items, but I will add more as we get closer to Christmas.  

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16000mAh Emergency Weather Radio - This is a radio that plays AM, FM, Weather, can be hand cranked, can used Solar Power, but has handy features like Bluetooth and the ability to be used as a backup charger when electricity is out.  It also has a flashlight and reading light in the design.  It is also small and cute!

LAVA® Lamp - 14.5'' Vinyl Record Grooved Base - I just don't think you can have a cooler light than this yellow and blue lamp that has a base that looks like a record that was melted and shaped.  Nostalgia coolness.
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Rechargeable Orange Mushroom Lamp - Speaking of cool lamps, I would also recommend this rechargeable mushroom lamp.  Cool when just plugged in, but great for taking outside for a late nightcap on the deck or just as a handy light source when the electricity is out.
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Stanley Legendary Classic Pre-Party Liquor and Spirit Flask - Cool 8 oz flask from Stanley.  Of course, it is great for carrying whisky on a cold day, but I mainly got it for carrying water in the camera bag above when I am out and about and don't want to carry my whole thermos around all day.    
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GIGALUMI Solar Garden Outdoor Statue- This elephant statue is very adorable and the light it gives off is great for dark areas in the garden, as well.  
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Essential Oil Diffuser Waterless Aromatherapy Diffusers - I have had some aromatherapy devices in the past, but they required water, which to me was a pain.  With this diffuser, you just put in a few drops of essential oil and you are up and running.  
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ProtoArc Foldable Keyboard with Touchpad, XK01 TP Folding Portable Keyboard, Full Size Keys - I wanted a foldable keyboard to take around to use with my iPad, since I do not want to use a case with a keyboard.  I much prefer the ESR case I have reviewed before that makes the iPad more tablet oriented.  This is full size keyboard with a trackpad that folds up to take anywhere. 
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Super Universal Socket Tools - Okay, this is a very inexpensive item, but is a great addition to any toolbox.  I had a screw stuck in a wall and I could not get it out with a screwdriver, drill or even pliers.   Yet, I got this, popped it onto my drill and the screw was out of the wall in seconds.  
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Shampoo Brush Hair Scalp Scrubber Head Massager- My wife came home from her hairdresser and was raving about this scalp scrubber.  I bought a couple (they are around $5 each - like the tool above) and they are life changing.  They can be used to massage the scalp, which is great stress relief, but can be used on the back, as well.  They are also for use in the shower.
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VIKTOR JURGEN Back Massager, Neck Massager with Heat, Massage Pillow - I have tight legs and this provides great relief.  Other massagers seem to break our wear out sooner than this one.   
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Top Ten Tech 2024

11/18/2024

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As in previous years (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011), I am compiling a new list of my top tech products for 2024. This list encompasses my most preferred discoveries from the past year, regardless of their availability in prior years. By “tech,” I broadly include any novel gadgets, applications, or other useful items that I find captivating and/or practical.
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Note:  I did a quick video (below), but you can scroll down for the article.

​My favorite tech of the year

My personal favorite tech item of 2024 is the 12.9-inch M4 iPad. While I don’t need it for my professional needs, its OLED screen renders exceptional video, as a photo editor it is great..especially with the Apple Pencil Pro, and it  has exceptional general usage capabilities. Personally, I paired it with the excellent ESR case that I find more suitable than the Apple keyboard due to its enhanced flexibility and compatibility with various keyboards.  The light weight and thin design means that I use it more than any iPad I have owned since the iPad Pro 9.7.  It is also getting all of the AI features thanks to its M4 chip. 
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​My Favorite Audio Tech

The Wiim Ultra stands out as one of my most cherished devices of the year. It builds upon Wiim’s exceptional streaming platform, incorporating high-quality DAC performance and additional inputs to enhance its versatility. Notably, they have also added a bright LED display with some limited functionality and for displaying album art or a VU meter. For my needs, it is very versatile and I run a connection to it from several different audio products I have in the room.  If it had Airplay built in, it may have topped the iPad as my favorite tech, but not having Airplay in a streamer in 2024 is just too big of a shortfall to put it on top...in principle.  Though, I have numerous workarounds, so I still love the Wiim Ultra and I am happy to have it on my list.

​Favorite Shoes - yes, I said shoes

While many discussions revolve around “shoe tech” in the context of basketball or other sports, I wish to highlight a different category of shoe technology. After enduring numerous slip-on house shoes over the past few years, particularly due to my current remote work hours, I decided to experiment with a pair of Birkenstock Boston Oiled Leather Habana clogs. After six months of use, these clogs have not only maintained their appearance but they have also begun to break in, becoming progressively more comfortable with each wear rather than just wearing out like most slip on house shoes.  The contoured cork-latex footbed is amazing and conforms perfectly to my feet.  
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​Office or Garage Storage

This year, a significant portion of the purchases were for my office, given the substantial time spent there. I opted to remove the double doors from an unused closet and install a 42-inch Huffy tool chest inside. This chest serves as a storage solution for my camera equipment and other technical gear. Its rolling design allows for convenient access to my router and provides ample top space for my camera bag and possibly a larger photo printer in the future.  The bonus is its great sturdiness and the ability to lock it when I am away from home.
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Inexpensive Photo Prints

Regarding printers, I acquired a Canon Selphy printer this year. This printer specializes in printing small photographs that I have integrated into a series of string lights, displayed on the refrigerator,  and I have also incorporated the photos into albums and picture frames.  This functionality enables us to enjoy the photographs in various settings, rather than always being locked into a device with a screen
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​Camera Gear

To capture these photographs, a camera is essential. While I remain satisfied with my Sony A7 RIII and my iPhone, I did make a purchase of a Billingham Hadley 2020 bag that I have long desired. Although it carries a higher price tag, like many photographers, I have accumulated a collection of bags that remain unused, prompting me to invest in a bag that truly resonates with me. Additionally, I acquired a versatile wide-angle 17-28mm Tamron lens and a compact 35mm f/1.8 Rokinon lens, both of which are lightweight and ideal travel companions.
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​Apple Audio

The AirPods Pro 2 have been added to my extensive collection of headphones, and they have proven to be exceptional. Their great sound quality, coupled with features such as noise cancellation, adaptive mode, and transparent mode, align perfectly with my requirements. I will often spend weekend mornings on the deck with my wife and coffee, but she will disappear to tend to bird feeders, garden, birdbaths, etc.  Having earbuds that transition from music to a conversion is really a dream come true for that situation.  I also like the fact that they pair with all of my other Apple stuff.  Notably, they have recently been enhanced with a hearing aid function which only adds to their versatility, though I am thankfully not in need of this feature yet.
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Let's Drink

In an effort to improve my overall well-being, I have been making a conscious effort to consume more water and reduce my intake of soda. However, I recognize that the filtration capabilities of my refrigerator are extermely limited. Consequently, I embarked on a search for a superior water filtration option and came across the Clearly Filtered pitcher. I believe it offers the most effective filtration process, after during a lot of research, and that results in great tasting water, while also enhancing the flavor of my espresso.  Note that this pitcher requires a new filter every 3 months, so be aware that there will be an ongoing expense to having filtered water without chemicals.  It is my most used tech of the year.
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​Gaming 

While I am not particularly inclined towards gaming, I did acquire a Gamesir G8 Plus controller. This controller is particularly useful when paired with the newly available game ROM applications on iOS. It seamlessly integrates with my iPhone, but what surprised me the most was its ability to be easily opened and used with a 12.9-inch iPad. While this functionality is not explicitly advertised, I encourage users to experiment with it at their own discretion, since this is not an advertised feature.  
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​Wrap Up

Okay, so I went over ten, which isn’t unusual, since I try not to leave out the more useful products that I used over the year.  As you can see, I didn’t add a new iPhone or computer this year, which says more about the prior versions I own that are still doing a great job.  I do have a few things I purchased this year, that won’t be eligible for the list until next year thanks to the fact that they still haven’t been used, so hard to rate them. 

A few other products that didn’t make the list, but deserve two be mentioned:

OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock - I have this connected to two small SSD drives (that I often use for vacation photos) and my Samsung thunderbolt monitor.  If I want to quickly use an iPad or MacBook Pro, I can plug in one cable and have access to the screen and the drives.

Misting fan for outdoors - This was great to have by our deck in the summer.  

Rechargeable Orange Mushroom Lamp, Cordless LED Table Lamp 4000mAh Battery Operated Touch Dimmable Table Lights, Portable Wireless IP44 Waterproof Lamp - Great little companion to have in the office for when power goes out or just to get extra light into a drawer or area.  It is also nice to take out to the deck when we have people over after dark. 

​Apple AirTags - I got a few of these to pop into camera bags and into a wallet.   We also bought one to put in a cat collar, but the cat doesn’t seem to like wearing it, so I may find another use case for that one.

​Products on the horizon for 2025

As I mentioned, I have three items that need review for next year… Jackery 2000 V2, Uplift Slim Drawer, and Rolling Jack Jeep top Lifter.  They are all in the queue, so  maybe they will make the list next season.   Other things on the list for next year is probably a new iPhone, other items to survive when our power is out, possible the Pizza Oven I was going to add this year, and my favorite.. things I have not even considered yet.  
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How to use Wiim Ultra with Apple Music

10/25/2024

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iPad Mini 7 is not the best iPad!!

10/25/2024

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I am really tired of the videos calling the iPad mini the best iPad.  It is actually a ridiculous thing to say while the same guys are complaining because the iPad Pro isn't a Mac.  

The iPad mini does not have an "M" chip.  It can't work with an external screen.  It still has "jelly roll".  It has huge bezels. 

I thought about cutting a video, but below says it better than I can:
I know some will say that it is the best form factor.  If that was true, Apple would offer a much better version of it.    
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No new iPhone 16

9/13/2024

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I know a lot of my readers come here for Apple content, so I thought I would just give a few reasons why I am sticking with my iPhone 14 Pro Max for another year.
3 year contract - I have another year on my contract for my last phone purchase.  It was the same situation when I got the 14 Pro Max, but this time, I decided not to dig into my pocket to pay it off early.  I should mention, late time it was around $350 or so that I had left, while this year, it is $544.  That being said, if they had a new, incredible feature that caught my eye like the 48 megapixel RAW files in the 14 Pro, I might still consider it.
Lack of features I care about - The button to make it faster to get to the camera isn't really needed.  I launch it from the sign in screen half the time.  
Ultra Wide lens update - most of the time, I use the regular lens, so this really doesn't mean a lot to me for my typical uses.  Would it be nice for those rare occasions?  Sure, but not $1500+$544 payoff nice.
Macro lens - I haven't shot macros in a while, but the 14 Pro Max does that pretty well.  I get out my main camera with a macro lens for more serious photography.
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AI - My understanding is that many of these features won't be available at launch, but given my current working situation, it isn't enough to push me to buy a new phone.  I am working mostly from home and have a new iPad within arms length, so AI can be done on that if needed.  For stuff like emails, I would rather type those out on an iPad anyway.
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Video features - I don't care about slow motion.  The new, better microphone would be nice, but I shoot all of my Youtube stuff with a Sony mirrorless camera.  
5x lens - Personally, I find the 3x on the 14 Pro Max much more useful.   5x just means I have to backup further for normal portraits.

Wrap Up

I have been buying new lenses, a new camera bag, and other things to try to get me to spend more time with my Sony A7RIII (which is currently on loan to a friend in Africa).   I guess I want to try to get away from taking all of my photos with my phone.  Even with all of the features, the phone just doesn't have the same look as photos taken with the Sony and a good lens.  Maybe they are getting closer, but I am going to wait another year and see what they have to offer.  

I expect that some of the growing pains of AI will be sorted out and they will have to come up with a new camera feature to make this year's iPhone seem old.  Hopefully, that is 10x or something more useful than 5x.  

To me, other than AI, everything new is a bit of a ho hum.  If I was away from home a lot more, I might update for AI, but not with my current situation.   
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Canon Selphy

8/31/2024

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This year, I have been focusing on adding a few things to my photography equipment and I hope to eventually start taking more pictures again.  I got out of the groove since we spend so much time at home now, but I want to give myself as much incentive as possible to get out and shoot.

While I love digital photos and viewing them on a screen, especially the new M4 iPad, there is still something to be said for analog.

I have been looking at some large printers like the Epson P700 and Canon Pro 1000 shown below (they just announced an update version of this printer) and they look amazing.  However, they both require a commitment to printing photos on a regular basis which has inherent costs.   Before I make that type of commitment without testing the waters, I wanted a test run (of sorts) with a small inexpensive printer first.   

Note:  I get paid commissions for purchases made through any links to Amazon products in this post
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​Getting the Canon Selphy Printer up and running was fairly easy, though.  You scan a QR code to download an app to your phone, then you simply give it access to your iPhone's (which is the phone I used) photo library and start printing after running through a few steps to add the printer to your network.  

This has been a lot of fun right out of the gate.  I am not sure why, but something about holding a photo in hand makes it just feel more real.  It reminds me a bit of playing vinyl, but for me, photos make more of a difference because the entire experience is seeing it.  However, the tactile feel of both, with maybe a touch of nostalgia, provided a different kind of experience.
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​I also bought a string of lights to hang in my open closet above the printer (photo of this at top of article) to show off some recent photos by clamping them to the string.  It will be so much fun filling up clips and then retiring a few to a photo album ( just added this one) and adding new photos along the way.  Of course, we also put some on the fridge and it is already putting a smile on my face.
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As for a big printer, I am still going to hold off several months to see if I really want one.  The main issue will be just finding space for new, large photos, though we could afford to change out some old photos that we have had on display for years, so we will see how I feel in a few months.

With the Selphy printer, I also bought a kit that had a couple extra cartridges and extra paper.  I would recommend going this route to save some money up front and to not have to wait for this stuff to be delivered after you run out.   The initial cartridge, at least in my case, was empty after just a few photos were printed.

I am still trying to figure out the best settings.  They have a Selphy App that works on the iPhone for printing, but when I want to add the printer to my local WiFi, for printing from a Mac, the Selphy app no longer sees it.  That being said, I will mainly be printing from the app on my iPhone or iPad, but it’s nice to know I can switch to WiFi, if needed.  If I find a way around this issue, I will amend this post.  I believe Canon has a general app for printers, but I prefer the design of their Selphy app.

Outside of that, I just love the small footprint. It can fit just about anywhere you have a plug.  Actually, there is a battery you can buy separately, so I guess you could use it absolutely anywhere!  The photos look great from it and they are perfectly sized for clipping on a string, putting on the fridge, adding to a photo book, etc.  As I said, I will be doing all three.

Overall, I am really happy with this little guy.  Easy to use and great photos.   So far, I have mainly used it to capture personal memories and to hang them around to enjoy.   There is actually a lot of satisfaction in having a real photo in your hands.
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Elegant design/Pilates Reformer

8/15/2024

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The Pilates machine is nothing short of a miracle for many of its users.

Pilates can be done with or without the Reformer, but the design of the Reformer is incredible, since some heavy models sit in large gyms (above), while others can easily be slid under a bed or folded and rolled into a closet (below).  The main premise is lying on a bench and using bands and pulleys to strengthen the core, while stretching and strengthening other muscles.   It allows an individual to do several exercises while laying down, sitting, or kneeling which makes it perfect for those that have an injury or too much pain to stand up and exercise.

The beauty is that this machine can work every muscle while still, in the case with many of the designs, be put away when guests come by.  It can be ideal for someone living in a small apartment or someone without an extra exercise room, but still wants a full body workout.

My personal experience is with a foldable Aero Pilates 5 cord machine from HSN (similar 4 cord model here).  I have back problems and very tight hamstrings and calves from doing a desk job everyday and this was the best way to stretch them, while still doing resistance training.  This can provide a full body workout low impact workout.   The version I have is foldable, so it can be folded and rolled into a closet.  If you remove three pieces, it can fit under a bed, as well.
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The Reformer, in its many forms, is an amazing design that serves professional ball players (see page shot of recent article below) to ballet dancers, and your average person that sits at a desk and wants a safe workout.  For me, it really helps and makes my life better, without needing a room full of equipment.  
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​As far as exercise equipment goes, this is one of the most amazing and elegant designs.

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