FirstLook at the Rode iXY iPhone microphone
A practical first look at the Rode iXY iPhone microphone, including setup with Rode Rec, sample rate options, presets, editing, sharing, and how it compares to studio and camera mics.
FirstLook at the BlueBudsX earbuds
The Jaybird BlueBuds X fixed several problems I had with earlier Bluetooth earbuds: better sound, stronger volume, less cable movement, and realistic battery life. The main caveat is fit, especially for smaller ears.
2014 Behind the scenes HD
A practical behind-the-scenes look at the 2014 LifeWithTech home office setup, including the camera boom, lighting, audio gear, Mac Pro tethering, and workspace layout used to record videos.
FirstLook RavenWorld 2
Ravensword 2 brings a surprisingly open RPG experience to the iPad, with touch controls, quests, inventory, maps, fast travel, and a world that feels much larger than most iOS games of its time.
JotTouch mov HD
A practical first look at the Adonit Jot Touch Bluetooth stylus for iPad, including what comes in the box, how pairing works, supported apps, pressure sensitivity, and whether it feels worth the price.
minismartcovers mov HD
A practical first look at Apple’s iPad Mini Smart Covers in dark gray and red, including fit, color, folding, stand use, and whether the $40 price feels justified.
FirstLook Skadoosh Mini HD
A practical first look at the Jadu Skadoosh Mini HD stand for iPad Mini and other small tablets, including build quality, angle adjustment, cable access, and the one iPad Mini drawback I noticed.
FirstLook CooKoo Watch HD
A practical first look at the Cookoo Watch, a Bluetooth notification watch for iPhone and Android, including setup, app controls, comfort, and the biggest visibility issue.
First look iTunes 11 HD
iTunes 11 brings a cleaner visual redesign, album-focused browsing, a compact mini player, and a refreshed store view, while many device and preference settings still feel familiar.
Spotify Beta Intro to Apps SD
Spotify's beta added an Apps section and App Finder, giving users early access to music charts, reviews, concert discovery, lyrics, playlists, and social listening tools inside Spotify.
Burn iso HD
A quick practical guide to burning an ISO disk image on a Mac with OS X Disk Utility, using the built-in Burn option and an inserted CD or DVD.
Control internet usage
If your kids have a hard time getting offline on school nights, AirPort Utility can schedule when specific devices are allowed to use Wi-Fi.