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Products In Testing

I'm currently in various stages of testing on the products below. 9/23/2025: Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop (QV 35A) (Amazon Link) Initial impression: Excellent Matter Support (Apple Home, Google, Amazon) Strong 8000Pa Suction Anti-Tangle Brushes Smart Obstacle Avoidance Auto Mop Washing Base 200RPM Spinning Mops 8/30/2025: Anker Portable Power Bank (Amazon Link) Initial impression: Excellent 25,000mAh (90Wh) Portable Battery for charging up to 4 devices simultaneously Triple 100W USB-C Ports + 1 USB-A port (2) built-in USB cables (one retractable cable, and one "carry handle" braided USB-C cable) Built in display showing input…

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2025-01-25

Product Review: Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights (65.6ft)

If you’re looking for a versatile, vibrant, and durable outdoor lighting solution, the Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights might just be your perfect match. These smart, IP65 waterproof RGBIC lights work with Alexa and Google Assistant, making them ideal for any patio, eave, or outdoor decoration setup. After using them for over a year, I can confidently say they’re worth the investment. Initial Impressions Installing these lights was a straightforward yet rewarding experience. To secure the light strip, I used large paper binder clips as temporary supports while peeling off the adhesive backing and sticking the…

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2024-10-05

Lifestyle

Bright Idea: Upgrading to LED Bulbs in the 4th Gen Toyota Highlander (2020–2024)

I decided to upgrade the light bulbs on a 2022 Toyota Highlander AWD XLE to LEDs and was very happy with the results. One of the first changes I noticed was a much brighter turn signal, with that crisp on-off-on-off blink that LEDs are known for—far superior to the slower fade-in and fade-out of standard halogen bulbs. It might seem like a small thing, but if you’ve ever been stuck on the side of the road with your hazard lights on, you’ll appreciate how important it is to have bright, attention-grabbing flashing lights that stand…

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2024-04-12

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Michael G

I’m a Smart Home ninja with over a decade of experience in disaster preparedness and emergency response, working to bring order to chaos, using leadership, technology, and strategic thinking to solve real-world problems in high-stakes environments. My journey has taken me from coordinating large-scale disaster relief efforts to optimizing home automation for everyday efficiency. I specialize in turning “uh-oh” into “under control” and making sure the lights don’t flicker like a horror movie, I thrive on problem-solving under pressure. When the world throws curveballs, I automate, adapt, and make sure there’s always a backup plan (and a backup for the backup).