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The Journey to a New Beginning.

I think we all grow in many ways over time, whether we like it or not. Growth is an inevitable part of life, and it often comes with its set of challenges and revelations. Over the past few years, I’ve been navigating through a particularly tough phase, grappling with worsening health issues that have tested me in ways I never anticipated, especially at my age (I am 38). The last 18 months have…

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LowePro 450 AW ProTactic – The Best Mirrorless or DSLR Camera Bag? (Review) I'm getting ready to head out of town this next week and I've been looking everywhere for a camera bag that would work for me.

Is This Still The Best Android Launcher with Google Now?

DIY Acoustic Sound Panels Without Tools! (How To)

Wheel Upgrade For Your Office or Gaming Chair? (Review) I would put money on it, that you didn't know this existed... a great way to butter up your rolling chair!

Pixel 2 XL vs Galaxy S9 Plus – Which One Do I Keep?

Triple Monitor Workstation with MST? Yes Please! (How To)

Setting my triple monitor workstation back up at the house. Used the opportunity to make a bit of a walk-through.

Monitors Dell U2417H: https://amzn.to/2EWAOTx Dell S2716DGR Gaming: https://amzn.to/2qFL5ys

Adapters MST Hubs: https://amzn.to/2H5RBcG

Stands SIIG Triple 13-27: https://amzn.to/2qEX6UT All Others: https://amzn.to/2J79Z1z

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Checking out two UAG S9+ cases (Review)

First Upload - Philips... To Hue, or Not to Hue?

First Upload – Philips… To Hue, or Not to Hue?

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Tried DoorDash? A Disgusting Issue, No One's Talking About.

Tried DoorDash? A Disgusting Issue, No One’s Talking About.

I’m sure you’ve heard of Uber right? Well, then maybe you’ve heard of DoorDash too? On the off chance you haven’t, DoorDash is a similar business model to Uber. The major difference is that DoorDash isn’t chauffeuring you around town, but instead, scooping up your precious meal from your favorite restaurants and driving it directly to your door.

It works by browsing through a reasonable selection…

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Urban Armor Gear (UAG) Cases for the Google Pixel – The Most Trusted.

The Google Pixel and the Pixel XL are arguably one of the very best Android phones you can own. Like most people walking around with either of the latest Google Phones, you’re going to want to protect that investment. As you are probably already aware, the latest Google phone’s are not cheap! With a price all the way up to $869.00 (for the maxed out Pixel XL before tax,) that’s just as expensive as the average laptop. You might be crazy, to let it roam around with out a case.

The UAG cases for the Pixel and Pixel XL, are very similar to the case designs they’ve produced for many of the phones over the years. So, if you’ve ever seen them out in the mainstream, then you may already know what to expect. They are very reliable and are nearly indestructible as I have previously pointed out in my recent write up on the iPhone 7 UAG cases. UAG take’s their testing to the extreme.

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Protection, Design & Usability

As expected, the fit is a flawless victory for UAG in relation to how the Pixel or Pixel XL seats itself inside the snug contraption. The dual-molded design, plays a helpful role not only in protection, but with ease of use. Some cases made by other brands, can be a COMPLETE pain to put onto a phone (cough, cough, Case-Mate.) With UAG, the silicone edged layers of these cases, allow the phone to slip inside, without ever damaging the finish on the phone itself. The case provides a strong enough “grip” and will give you complete confidence that it will never allow the phone to slip out, even during drops!

At the time of this review, UAG provides two color choices from their “Plasma” series for the Google Pixel and Pixel XL. They are both semi-transparent, with the exception of the black silicone perimeter. The “Ash” can be best described as a “smoke-like” color, and the “Ice” option is, well, mostly clear and colorless.

The Perfect Case, to add in QI Wireless Charging

One trick worth noting, is that because of the UAG case design – it plays well with some USB-C QI Adapters . As previously covered in another post, you can easily add a wireless charger adapter onto the Google Pixel XL, with some exceptions to the regular size Google Pixel.

If you aren’t familiar with wireless charging, I’ll give you the quick explanation: Your phone can charge on top of a wireless charger, without the need to plug in your phone. Unlike some of the biggest Rivals in the Android phone business, the Google Pixel and Pixel XL, do not support wireless charging. It’s most likely due to the metal back design, but hopefully with the Pixel 2, that might change. For now, it’s not a difficult issue to overcome.

There are 4 “rivot” like silicone inserts that help to create a nice air-gap cushion inside of the UAG Pixel XL case. With that spacing, it allows a USB-C Wireless Charging adapter to fit nicely inside, without creating any bulk or pop-out in the case. Be sure to check out my previous post to learn more about how to make your Google Pixel XL charge wirelessly!

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UAG – Pixel and Pixel XL Plasma Case Review Urban Armor Gear (UAG) Cases for the Google Pixel - The Most Trusted. The Google Pixel and the Pixel XL are arguably one of the very best Android phones you can own.

Report: New iPhones to Feature Wireless Charging

Apple’s new iPhones will feature wireless charging, according to a new report. KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo (via MacRumors) says that Apple will release three new iPhone handsets this year and all three of them will include wireless charging.

Kuo explains that as wireless charging increase the internal temperature of a device, the iPhone 8 and its siblings will have 3D Touch with…

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Apple TV Show 'Planet of the Apps' Wants to Find the Next Mobile Hit

Apple TV Show ‘Planet of the Apps’ Wants to Find the Next Mobile Hit

Apple has announced a brand new television show called Planet of the Apps. Borrowing from the likes of Shark Tank and Dragon’s Den which aim to find the next best business idea, the TV show aims to find the next mobile hit.

First, the app developer or entrepreneur will present the app to a celebrity judging panel in an ‘escalator pitch.’ This takes place on an actual escalator and gives them just…

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PowerBeats3 Go On Sale, for a Limited Time Only!

PowerBeats3 Discounted, Limited Time Deal.

If you’ve been on the fence about picking up the new PowerBeats3, now’s the time to take the plunge. Amazon has just started offering the PowerBeats3 for $50.00 off of the retail price. That’s a steal considering they retail for $199.00! Even during the holidays, you couldn’t find them any lower! Now you can get them for $149.00

The new PowerBeats3, come…

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PowerBeats3 Go On Sale, for a Limited Time Only!

PowerBeats3 Discounted, Limited Time Deal.

If you’ve been on the fence about picking up the new PowerBeats3, now’s the time to take the plunge. Amazon has just started offering the PowerBeats3 for $50.00 off of the retail price. That’s a steal considering they retail for $199.00! Even during the holidays, you couldn’t find them any lower! Now you can get them for $149.00

The new PowerBeats3, come…

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Tylt Vu Wireless Charger for SmartPhones - Review

Tylt Vu Wireless Charger for SmartPhones – Review

Tylt Vu Wireless Charger – It Works, Looks Good and I Want More Than One.

Once you go wireless, you never go back. It’s only true once you’ve had the opportunity to own a smartphone with wireless charging capability. I’ve been looking forward to writing about the Tylt Vu Wireless Charger because I can’t say enough good things about it. Out of all of the wireless chargers to exist out there today,…

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50+ Best iPhone 7 Cases from Stylish to Rugged

The Best iPhone 7 Cases, right now!

There is an endless sea of phone cases out there to choose from, that’s why I’ve taken the time to research and compile a list of the best iPhone 7 Cases so that you don’t have to! Be sure to bookmark this post, as I will add even more cases as they are released over time!

I’ve managed to survey both men and women to get their opinions for which cases they…

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