It’s that time of year! It’s time for my Top 23 Gadgets of 2023. In no particular order, I’ve listed the best gadgets I’ve gotten in 2023. Each product is linked below. Here’s the video: 01. Unifi Network Check out Unifi Products here. See my Unifi blog post here: 02. Unifi Protect Cameras Check out Unifi Products here. See my Unifi Protect blog post here. 03. Synology NAS DS1522+ Get the Synology NAS DS1522+ here. Check out my Synology blog post here. 04. HyperDrive Thunderbolt 4 Dock Get the HyperDrive Thunderbolt 4 Dock here. 05. Neewer Wall Mount Check out…

Sonos Arc Soundbar mounted on the wall For years, I’ve enjoyed various Bose sound systems. I’ve used Bose for my home theater as well as my whole house music system. When I moved to my new home in 2016, I built a whole house music system based on the now-discontinued Bose SoundTouch system. I had the Bose Soundtouch 300 soundbar with the small cube rear speakers and Bose subwoofer. I also had various SoundTouch 10 and 20 Series II WiFi speakers around the house. Besides the sound, what I loved about the SoundTouch system was that I could use their…

If you say, “All water tastes the same.” You can stop reading this and go on about your day. There’s nothing I can do or say to help you. All jokes aside, I’m pretty picky regarding the taste of water. I’m originally from Detroit, and I believe Detroit has some of the best-tasting tap water in the country. When I moved to Atlanta, I could definitely tell the difference. Atlanta’s water is OK, but nowhere near as good as Detroit’s water. All tap water has stuff in it that should be filtered out. Depending on the location, the pipes and…

Are Your Internet Speeds Trapped In Your Router? When you sign up for an internet plan with your ISP (Internet Service Provider), you typically sign up for the speeds you need to work and/or cover your entertainment streaming/gaming. However, if you run a speed test right now, chances are the results will be lower than what you signed up for. I’m on the fastest internet plan available in my area. This means that my internet speeds can be as high as 1200 Mbps down and 35 Mbps up (geez, this upload speed really needs to be improved). However, up until…

Unifi Protect G5 Bullet POE Camera under my front awning. I’m a fan of having security cameras around my property that allow me to look at my surroundings at any time, day or night, and best of all, when I’m traveling. I’ve used various cameras/brands over the years, and at one point, I had cameras from Ring, Google, Logitech, and Eufy simultaneously. While I had each camera for a different reason and feature set, it was really a mess. Of course, each camera had its own app, and the only thing that made this setup bearable was that I could…

With the introduction of the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro phones, I’m connecting more peripherals to my iPhone 15 Pro than ever. For the first time, I can connect to gigabit ethernet, which is GREAT for those times when I need to sync a ton of raw photos and 4K videos to the cloud. The Plugable 7-in-1 USB-C hub is plugged into my iPhone Pro. I currently have it connected to Ethernet, USB-C power and a microSD memory card from my drone. When I first blogged about this, I recommended a great 9-in-1 USB-C hub, Hyperdrive. However, it was…

ChatGPT for Android is now available for download in the US, India, Bangladesh, and Brazil. OpenAI will expand the rollout to other countries next week. Things you need to know on ChatGPT for Android. Revolutionizing AI Interaction: ChatGPT App Now on Android OpenAI, the pioneering artificial intelligence company, has officially released the long-awaited ChatGPT application for Android devices, setting a new benchmark for AI-powered interactions. ChatGPT for Android is now available for download in the US, India, Bangladesh, and Brazil! We plan to expand the rollout to additional countries over the next week. https://t.co/NfBDYZR5GI — OpenAI (@OpenAI) July 25, 2023…

Meta, the company behind popular social media platform Instagram, has recently unveiled a new application with the name “Threads”. Aimed at competing with the microblogging giant Twitter, Threads brings a fresh take on social media interaction and promises to revolutionize online conversations. A New Competitor Emerges in the Social Media Arena In a surprising move, Meta has expanded its portfolio by releasing “Threads”, a social media platform that directly competes with Twitter. With its vast user base and extensive experience in the industry, Meta is poised to present a worthy challenge to Twitter’s dominance over real-time conversations. Features and Functionality…

Character AI is an incredible web application that allows users to create and interact with virtual AI characters. It has gained worldwide attention, but some users have recently reported issues with accessing Character AI on their devices. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind Character AI being blocked and provide effective ways to unblock access, ensuring you can continue enjoying this fantastic platform. Why Is Character AI Blocked? Character AI may block users from accessing their services due to various reasons. One common cause is violating the platform’s Terms of Service (TOS) or creating Not Safe For Work…

In today’s digital age, technology continues to evolve and shape our lives in ways we never thought possible. One such innovation is Kupid AI, an immersive chat platform that brings virtual friends and companions to life through personalized and deep conversations. With Kupid AI, you can explore a whole new world of AI relationships and find companions with shared interests and passions. What is Kupid AI? Kupid AI is a cutting-edge AI chat platform that offers a unique experience of AI relationships. Through this platform, users can engage in dynamic and detailed conversations with AI characters that simulate human-like companionship…