In the life of Gadget Guy, I am always searching for something new to get and to try out to see if it is worth it. Picked up a few things Local NPS Store I went looking for a streaming Deck. I heard that they sometimes have them here for […]
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We have all been there: you get a notification that your cloud storage is 95% full, and your options are to either spend hours deleting old memories or pay another monthly subscription fee. Between phone backups, massive 4K video footage files, B-roll archives, and personal documents, our digital lives are […]
In today’s hyper-connected world, we constantly expect—and demand—instant internet access wherever we go. To meet that demand, free public Wi-Fi networks have popped up almost everywhere, from local coffee shops to major international airports. While jumping on free Wi-Fi is convenient, doing so without protection is one of the riskiest […]
It’s been a couple of weeks since I said this post would be out. Life happens, and things happen. But here it is. Real World Well, the real world didn’t turn out like I thought it would turn out. I tried to use it. I thought it would be better […]
I originally planned to publish a full Apple Studio review this week, but life got in the way. Rather than rushing out a superficial overview just to hit a deadline, I wanted to take a step back and be completely honest about where things stand. I’m taking my time so […]
I talked about my permanent lighting a couple of times before. You can find them here. URL’s Issues The lights were working flawlessly up until May 10, 2026. Yes, Mother’s Day, when I walked outside and saw this I submitted the form on the website, but have never heard from […]
In the new house, I wanted to be fancy and have some access points throughout the house to deliver the best Wifi for all the stuff I have. Should be simple. Access Point In the previous post, I talked about what access points are. Check it out The AP U6+ […]
Hey gang, Gadget Guy here with a quick non-gadget update. You may have noticed things have slowed down a bit lately — I wanted to give you some honest context instead of just disappearing. I’ve been dealing with some personal stuff and needed to take a step back for a […]
We have discussed the gateway, the network switch, the patch panel, and the access points, which are unrelated to the rack. So let’s talk about the rack and other things. Racks Since this right here It can’t hold my setup. I picked up the following rack. This is a Startech […]
In today’s world of technology, wifi is a must-have for home networks. A lot of people think that if you have Wifi, then that is all you need. But if you don’t have wifi, then you are screwed. Now that I have gotten rid of my wifi device, I left […]
Last week, we talked about the Gateway that I’m using once I move into the new house. Well, two years after I moved in. I did have a 4-port network on the old Gateway, and it had 8 ports. Old Network Switch In the old house, I only had to […]
To get the Internet into your home and surf the web, you will need something that connects it to your computer. You will need a router or a gateway. Gateway vs Router Here is a breakdown of routers and gateways. What I used From the beginning, after dial-up, I used […]
I picked up an iPad back in 2023, and I thought I didn’t need a big hard drive since everything would be in the cloud. But that was a mistake. iPad You can check out this blog right here. Yes, it is a 64GB. But I was stupid and picked […]
Well, Apple did something that I thought they would never do. That is moving to a subscription version for content creation. Late to the Game Now I am a bit late to the game here, but it is what it is. I have been thinking about whether I should do […]
So I picked this up thinking I would use it all the time. I have used it. But not a lot, let’s talk about it. DJI Mic Receiver This little device helps with the distance between the mic and the camera. But is it really practical for use with the […]
This is the day that everyone has been waiting for. My review of the Osmo Action 6. So let’s jump into it. Osmo Action Family Here is the lineup of the Osmo Action Family models I have had over the years Osmo Action 1 (April 7, 2021, and ran $199) […]
Smart Home products are getting better and better over the years. Some will fail, and some will strive. Let’s talk about Wemo, a smart home device. Wemo For over a decade, Wemo, owned by Belkin, was the household name for smart plugs and light switches. They were the pioneers who […]
Last week’s post was all about the new DJI Osmo Action 6 camera. However, DJI didn’t include a cage for the Osmo Action 6 because of its custom image sensor, so I had to find a new one. Why You Need a Cage The Osmo Action 4 cage will not […]
The day has finally come to my home. I am unboxing my new gadget. What did I get? Well, let’s find out. Amazon So this Amazon package finally came. I mean, I ordered this back on December 29, 2025, and it finally arrived on January 16, 2026. A couple of […]
I need something that will help me film with my Osmo Action 4 while out and about. What did I pick up? But First I have an Osmo Action 4 And yes, I have a cage on it. It is a small rig cage. Yes, it is metal and magnetic. […]
You know what I was thinking, I need another Wireless mic. I mean, I already have some mics. But, you know Audio is the best for a video. Let me explain what I picked up. Great Audio If you are filming vlogs, conducting interviews, live streaming, or using a drone. […]
In a world of many devices, you need to power them properly, and a standard wall plug just won’t cut it. You need something that can power multiple devices at a time. What am I talking about? Well, let’s find out. USB Hubs I have had several USB hubs that […]
I have been trying to figure out how to lock up my backpack zippers. I have tried a few different locks. Have I found the one? Picked up A new lock for my backpack, and well, it works, but it doesn’t work. So what did I get? I got a […]
The year 2025 was an interesting one. Another year in the books, another chance to pretend we are going to completely transform our lives starting this new year. If you are going to make some resolutions, why not let technology give you a fighting chance of actually keeping them? 2026 […]
This week on the blog, we are talking about Christmas. Taking it off Due to the Christmas holiday, we are taking this week off. However, we will be back next week. Enjoy your Christmas, and remember what Christmas is all about. From everyone here at Gadget Guy, have yourself a […]
I have had Everlights since June of 2021, and I posted about this earlier; you can find it here. Did I make a mistake? Did I make a mistake? That is a good question, something I ask myself all the time when things go bad. Continue reading to see if […]
We’ve all experienced that sinking feeling when your phone hits 10% battery, and you’re nowhere near an outlet. Whether you’re commuting, traveling, or just running errands, a dead phone can turn a minor inconvenience into a significant problem. That’s precisely why I started carrying this particular charging brick everywhere I […]
Recording audio for a YouTube video is probably the most important thing. The audio is poor, so a lot of people will leave. Especially outdoors, you will need to have better audio. This is due to many factors outside. Here is what I use to record audio. What I use […]
I could write a great post here on Gadget Guy about Thanksgiving, naming all the cool things you use to improve it. But I am not going to do that. Thanksgiving Here at Gadget Guy, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving if you celebrate this day. If you don’t, enjoy […]
Did you know that Black Friday was a mistake? Yes, that is correct. Black Friday Now I usually don’t go out shopping on this day anymore. I might have gotten wiser with age. But I always love to look at gadgets and technology to see if there are any great […]
It is getting to be that time of year again when the holidays are coming up. Well, we are talking about the Christmas holiday. Let’s see what I think would be a good gift that won’t break the bank. This will all be about gadgets and technology. Gift Guides I […]
We all have that one gadget that gets a lot of use and that you keep returning to. What is mine? Small Gadget I have had a few label makers in my life, but I really didn’t like those gadgets. I know, I know. I am just a picky person. […]
How does lighting affect your desk? How does lighting affect your work? Well, lighting does affect your mood, your workflow. Let’s talk about what my lighting is all about. Yes, I have talked about these before, but bear with me. Mood Did you know that lighting can affect your mood? […]