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BlitzWolf BW-CML2 Pro RGB Gaming Monitor Light Bar

10/08/2022 08:07:00 PM 0


Bad timing! I just bought a 'classic' LED desk lamp that clamps on the table and requires its own power adapter, and Banggood sent me this space-saving light bars that just sits on the edge of the monitor like a webcam and plugs to any nearby USB power source. Neat stuff! 


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BlitzWolf BW-S25 75W 6 Ports Charging Station

9/24/2022 04:34:00 PM 0


The BlitzWolf® BW-S25 75W 6 Ports Charging Station is an evolution of the 65W BW-S16.

It's more powerful, comes with more ports and adds the PSS (Great! I'm about to buy a Samsung Galaxy!), SCP (Huawei owners, rejoice!)  and QC3.0 protocols to the list (PD3.0, QC2.0, AFC, FCP). In short it can charge more devices and faster!


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Wanscam K21 with face detection: great IP Camera with ONVIF compatibility (updated)

3/26/2021 02:31:00 PM 12

Wanscam has almost always been my favourite brand of IP camera except for the unfortunate HW0036 experience.

I have a bunch of them (HW0026HW0049 and HW0046) running 24/7 and are still fine after 3 years.

The K21 looks identical to the HW0021, but with a full HD sensor, and a face detection feature.

Another noticeable difference is the price, and surprisingly it's actually 15 to 20$ cheaper than its older variant.


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My 'cheap' collection of symphonic libraries for Kontakt Player (and some freebies)

5/08/2020 04:16:00 PM 0

When it comes to sound libraries, having instruments that deliver a convincing and satisfying result matters as much for hobbyists than professionals.

I'm part of the first category, so coughing up 500+ bucks for a orchestral library is not reasonable. For anyone willing to go pro, that could be seen as an investment for the future, but that's not my case.

I recently purchased 2 cheap libraries (compared to the pro standards) that, put together, provide a cost-effective mix of articulations and sound quality. They both run on the free Kontakt Player, are reasonably gentle on the CPU and storage, and cost less than 150$ each.

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SONOFF IP Camera: Coolkit GK-200MP2B

3/08/2020 05:06:00 PM 3

Today, there is a decent choice of IP cameras for the Tuya ecosystem (Smartlife) but the Sonoff-compatible range seems currently limited to the GK-200MP2B.

Here's a quick look at it.

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Tranya Rimor True Wireless Earbuds

2/10/2020 12:23:00 PM 0

Tranya sells a range of wireless earbuds and the Rimor is one of their latest and best model.

They've been kind enough to send me a pair of these and here's the outcome.



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Digoo DG-K2: I've seen this face before...

11/11/2019 09:21:00 PM 0
The Digoo DG-K2 is another camera compatible with Smart Life.

This one has a particularly nice design, which also reminds me a bit of a certain character from South Park , but maybe it's just me...






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Tuya/Smartlife IP Camera: Howellcam YT08

10/30/2019 01:11:00 PM 0
Following the rather good experience with the outdoor IP Camera HowellCam QJ05, I went on to try another smart camera, an indoor model this time: the YT08




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Tuya/Smartlife Outdoor IP Camera: HowellCam QJ05

10/16/2019 12:21:00 PM 0
After 5 years outside, my old camera had lost its ability to see in the dark and I decided to try a newer, smarter model, that kind that is compatible with Tuya Smart Life but also with the Onvif standard...




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Review: Alfawise LS02 Dual Dash Cam

10/07/2019 10:31:00 PM 0

It's been 3 years since my last review of a dash cam.
There's been very little innovation since and few models have caught my interest until this Alfawise LS02 Dual Dash Cam with WiFi and touch screen.





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Alfawise H96 Max TV Box: Pie and "HotPot"

9/07/2019 11:43:00 PM 0
This is the 2019 version of the popular H96 MAX TV Box, now with Android 9.0 and refreshed user interface




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ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Hero X570 motherboard: Overview and features

The Lenovo Smart Clock wants a "Spot" on your night table too.

8/07/2019 05:54:00 PM 0
Lenovo Smart Clock (CD24501F) is not a smaller version of Lenovo Smart Displays.

It's a smart bedside clock, nothing more, and that's why it's just perfect for the job!


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Blitzwolf TWS earphones: FYE3 vs FYE7

8/03/2019 06:13:00 PM 0
Blitzwolf  sells many different gadgets and i don't know how good are their vacuum cleaners and IP cameras, but their wireless earphones definitely deserve a closer look.

The colourful BW-FYE3 and BW-FYE3S look cool, are touch sensitive and have a storage box that can also be used as a power bank.

The BW-FYE7 may look austere in comparison, but it hides a killer feature in its apparent simplicity.

Which one would you choose?
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The cheapest U3 memory cards?

4/24/2019 04:03:00 PM 0
What to expect when you buy a bunch of cheap U3 rated memory cards for 5 bucks and they arrive in a plastic bag?

I tested them to find out if the absence of a shiny secure blister really makes a difference.





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My first steps using the E3D Nano

4/23/2019 11:09:00 PM 3

This could as well be titled "My first steps in 3D printing" even though the long month waiting for my printer to arrive gave me time to document, watch, learn and prepare for The Day.










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Health watches vs FDA-approved medical monitors: part 2

3/06/2019 03:39:00 PM 1
I previously tried my first health watch since a long while with a model dedicated to the SpO2 monitoring with mitigated conclusions.

This time I took a closer look to some blood pressure wrist bands and compared them with a proven upper arm cuff.



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Home Automation: Sonoff, Tuya ...or both?

2/20/2019 05:13:00 PM 14
My old X10 equipment is being replaced with the cheap Wi-Fi-based sockets and switches from Sonoff and Tuya.

Before learning the difference between these competitors, I found myself with a mix of both "standards"...


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Health watches vs FDA-approved monitors: part 1, the P9

2/06/2019 05:55:00 PM 0

Many smart watches now include a blood pressure sensor and some even measure your oxygen saturation like real oximeters.

But how do these cheap watches compare with FDA-approved devices?

This is the first part where I try a watch claiming to monitor the SpO2 level (Oxygen saturation level)


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What makes the Contec CMS50D+ so special?

2/01/2019 05:29:00 PM 3
The CMS50D+ is a pulse oximeter with qualities essential for the detection of sleep apnea and the ongoing monitoring whenever the condition has been already medically confirmed.

Some particularities not available in most devices of that size make this particular model unique.





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