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Miles Somerville

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MacBook Pro 14″ $1,999 M1 Pro review [Video]

If you spend the least amount of money you can on a new MacBook Pro, here's what the experience is going to be like. → Read More

iPhone 13 Pro & Pro Max review: The ultimate flagships [Video]

Every year we look forward to the new flagship iPhone. We expect it to bring something new to the table that revolutionizes the smartphone industry. But like it or not, iPhone 13 Pro & Pro Max are here to do something different. This year’s updates are far from revolutionary, and many users believe that the […] → Read More

ChargeFast MagSafe Battery Pack

This is the ChargeFast MagSafe battery pack. It's a 5000mAh portable battery pack that works very well with my iPhone. → Read More

iPad Air 4: Three Months Later [Video]

The iPad Air is a really compelling device. And more than anything, it doesn’t make me miss my iPad Pro, and here’s why. → Read More

AirPods Max Unboxing & Review: The pinnacle of preposterous pricing

I’ve been using the AirPods Max all week and I’ve got a lot of thoughts. But my biggest takeaway so far is that these headphones are overpriced. I like them a lot for various reasons, but they are 100% overpriced. Here's why. → Read More

iPhone 12 Pro/Pro Max Unboxing & Review: A promise of the future [Video]

The iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max are solid refinements to last year’s 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max, as they introduce HDR Video and 5G but is it still worth it? → Read More

iPhone 12 Pro: Top features [Video]

The iPhone 12 Pro has finally arrived and brings a bunch of new features into play with the inclusion of a new processor, camera system and MagSafe charging. → Read More

iPad 8 (2020) Unboxing + Review: The best value iPad [Video]

The iPad 8 has been out for a few weeks now. I’ve gotten the chance to put it through the review ringer. I’ve concluded that this is the best value tablet you can buy! → Read More

Review: Corsair TBT100 Thunderbolt 3 Dock [Video]

Corsair's recently released a new Thunderbolt 3 dock, the TBT100. This dock aims to deliver a lot of the same features found in the Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Pro Dock in a more affordable package. Read below for my thoughts! → Read More

iPad 8 Top Features: The Best Value iPad gets Better! [Video]

The 8th generation 10.2-inch iPad brings some minor updates for this year. While it may not be the most exciting iPad of this year. It’s still probably the best value iPad you can get and the best iPad for most people. Here are it’s best features. Performance Performance is the hallmark feature on the 8th […] → Read More

iPadOS 14 – 50+ Top Features and Changes! [Video]

With the recent release of iPadOS 14, there’s been a bunch of new additions to the iPad’s feature set. Additional Apple Pencil features, improved menus, and general bug fixes are all present here on this update. Here are some of the best features now available for the iPad. Widgets Widgets have been the most notable […] → Read More

DJI OM4 Gimbal: The gold standard for smartphone gimbals [video]

The DJI OM4 is the successor to the Osmo Mobile 3, and what I’d consider to be the gold standard for smartphone gimbals. With every generation, DJI refines their Gimbals further, making it easier for daily use in all of the important areas: portability, durability, and functionality. The OM4 is no different, as it introduces […] → Read More

Nomad Base Station Pro: The next step in wireless charging [Video]

Remember the Samsung Droid Charge? The charge was an Android smartphone that was Qi-enabled but required the purchase of an entirely new backplate for the phone just to utilize that feature. Then Samsung really took it into the mainstream and standardized it with its S line of smartphones. Since then, the technology development-wise has been […] → Read More

2020 ($1,800) 5K iMac — Will an eGPU improve performance? [Video]

I’ve been doing some thorough testing with the baseline ($1,800) 27-Inch 5K iMac. We’re really trying to determine what demographic should be going after this refreshed model. I wanted to specifically focus on testing the graphical performance of the machine for high-quality photo and video editing. Out of sheer curiosity, I hooked up my Razer […] → Read More

Hands-on: an awesome Mac mini hub from Satechi [Video]

The Mac mini, while a great device, has lacked some essential I/O since the 2018 refresh. The SD card slot in particular has been missed on this latest-generation mini. Thankfully, Satechi has designed a sleek and functional USB-C Hub for the new Mac mini. Ports Satechi’s Mac mini hub gives you 6 extra ports — … → Read More

Mac mini video editing setup under $2,000

How to create a Mac mini video editing setup by upgrading RAM, storage, and GPU for a better Final Cut Pro video editing experience. → Read More

Hands-on with the 4K 27-inch BenQ Thunderbolt 3 display

The BenQ Thunderbolt 3 display is a 27-inch 4K display that features lots of I/O options for those looking for an alternative to LG's UltraFine series. → Read More

Hands-on with four helpful USB-C accessories for Mac users [Video]

We go hands-on with four handy USB-C accessories for Mac users. Included is the Beyerdynamic FOX microphone, Logitech Craft keyboard, and more. → Read More

Hands-on: Elgato Stream Deck live-streaming custom controller [Video]

Hands-on with the Elgato Stream Deck from a Mac user's perspective. Is it a worthwhile product for non-streamers and non-gamers? → Read More

Hands-on: Loupedeck + Editing Console for FCP X and Adobe CC

The Loupedeck + Editing Console is an external controller that provides tactile control for apps like Final Cut Pro X and Adobe CC. → Read More