If you’re looking for a good entry Black and White printer for simple tasks, HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe is a great all-in-one for office needs. This printer, along with last year’s HP Neverstop 1202W are affordable LaserJet printers for your office needs. With the HP Smart app, you can do a lot more than print. […]
Maonocaster Lite S1 is a low-cost solution for recording podcasts, streaming, Clubhouse, and more. The unit can be run by itself, or connected to a computer (becoming the sound card). From there, you can control the microphones (up to 2), music from a 3.5mm jack, music from a Bluetooth connection, or the sound cart on […]
Wireless microphones can add more to your show. MOVO wants to give creators options with wireless 2.4 Ghz microphones. The Edge DI is built for the smartphone, where you can do your livestreams, Youtube videos, podcasts, and more. MOVO EDGE DI Wireless The unit is a simple receiver dongle that attaches to the phone. Lightning […]
Axiom Armor is a way to put a wrap on your phone. Whether screen protector, or full phone wrap, this tool will cut a protector for many different devices. Phones, camera screens, game systems, and much more. How Axiom Armor Works The unit is a simple cutting tool – no bigger than a desktop printer […]
At the November event, Apple announced a new addition to their Homepod line in the Homepod mini. This is a smaller assistant speaker that can be placed in multiple rooms to play music, get information, or set up as an intercom system. I take a look at the Space Grey unit, unbox, and setup with […]
Amazon is getting into the wearable market. Before you think it’s Alexa on your wrist, this is a very focused wearable that’s only job is to keep tabs on your health. This includes new ideas like the tone of your voice. At this point, the Amazon Halo is in Early Access mode. You can apply […]
The Blackmagic Streaming Bridge is a companion device for your ATEM mini pro or ISO which will allow you to stream from in-house, to across the world. Similar to streaming to Facebook or YouTube, the bridge allows you to get a 1080p video signal to the remote control room for streaming, or recording with fast […]
If you had a computer in 2000, you might have owned this iconic brand. Gateway has since changed, and currently owned by Taiwan based Acer Computers. They have continued to release new Windows models, including this Ultra-slim notebook (Model GWTN141-4BK). I put this laptop through it’s paces, and beyond a couple issues, finding to be […]
The New iPad Air – Same as the old iPad Air. Except with a new chip. Oh, and a fingerprint sensor. Last week’s Apple announcement gave us a new watch with fitness and health apps. I talked about it last week in the first Focus. Now, let’s tackle the second part of that announcement – […]
If you use an iPad for page turns in your music, or using a computer for a teleprompter, this device is a great way to control the content so you don’t have to stop to make adjustments. Coda Music Technologies makes products for the iPad on stage. What is Coda Stomp This is a simple […]
Editor’s Note – 24 hours after this post, the distributor removed the product. This device is a re-branded product, so I have linked to 2-3 other companies that also sell this unit. It’s the exact same unit. Also keep in mind, these units can be different, as the manufacturer doesn’t announce updates or fixes. Do […]
SanDisk creates solutions for file backup, storage, and transfer for those times you need to move files quickly, and without any network connections. SanDisk has many different storage options – including MP3 players – you can use for photos, video, and more. I take a look at four different options for backing up, transferring, and […]
As we switch to a more online meeting world, people are looking for easy cameras and microphones that won’t get in the way of these new video conversations. With a Wireless microphone, people have the ability to move around without being tethered down. Kimafun Wireless Headset/Lav Combo Kimafun is a 2.4 GHz wireless series of […]
Each week, I do a Facebook podcast for my group “Wirecast Pros” – a show about using a popular software switcher: Telestream Wirecast. This week, I talk about some software you can use to draw on the screen, called Panamation. It does more than just drawing, it can be a full graphics suite for video. […]
Keeping your vehicle safe, especially in these times, is important. That is why Thinkware has created the x700 dual dash camera. This is a 2 camera system that lets you record what happens in front of your car, and in back. The x700 is a 2.7 inch touchscreen camera that gives you driver assistance, and […]
One of the coolest things about travel is the ability to taste the cuisine. From restaurants, to how the fast food looks and tastes different from around the world, to even the snacks you can get from the local bodega (because travel always involves late night snack runs). But if you don’t travel like me, […]
I’ve been playing with Character Animator on and off for the last couple years. It’s a fun program, but it also takes a little bit of commitment if you want to use it for any video. Nonetheless, one of my goals during this quarantine period is to build up skills like that. So it’s time […]
Last week, I was asked to compare some of my favorite Blue Microphones. I pulled out my 3 favorites, to show you how they sound. The Yeti, Nano, and Raspberry. Each of these microphones have their own use, and work for any podcaster, vlogger, YouTuber, or teleconference. Yeticaster The Yeti is a great microphone to […]
IK Multimedia has a great line of microphones that can improve your phone’s audio. I’ve used the handheld microphone in conference situations, and know how important it is to condense the ambient noise. Today, I’m looking at 3 iRig mics that can help you with your VLOG, interview, or whatever you plan to record. iRig […]
During this time of #StayAtHome, being able to keep your health up is a valuable thing. Watching your weight, and making sure your healthy is key to getting through this tough time. EROS is here to help with a scale that tracks more than weight. It will tell you how healthy you really are. I […]
Creating music and podcasts has gotten even more portable with the iRig Pro Duo I/O. This interface, by IK Multimedia, allows you to record two tracks of separated audio into a phone or computer. It gives your smartphone a better way to use the microphone and wired headphones. The high quality dual-channel interface allows you […]
We are all doing it now – in order to work, we need to video conference. Maybe you’re also joining on a podcast or starting your own. I was on a video call where participants used the webcams on their laptops, which pointed up to their faces. Others had their webcams on their monitors, looking […]
Building up your home security camera system? EZVIZ has updated their line with USB plug cameras. This includes a Pan-Tilt (PT) offering so you can see the surroundings. EZVIZ C1C This is a static camera in 720 and 1080p versions. C1C covers about 40 feet of area, and with Super Night Vision, can capture events […]
It is a good time to learn how to play an instrument. Piano is a fun thing to learn, and you can impress your friends by playing a couple favorite songs when it’s sitting in the corner at a party. The One is a keyboard company that makes several keyboards that help you learn to […]
I compare in-ear monitors from BASN, AS, KZ, and CCA to see if they match the performance from a pro in-ear headphone at a fraction of the price.