The Lention 7-in-1 USB-C Hub is a really unique product for the iPad Pro. Not only does it bring a host of ports to the popular tablet, it also doubles up as a stand offering incredible versatility. Thank you to Lention for sending this to me.
Buy the Lention 7-in-1 USB-C Hub (save 20% with code CHLS20): https://www.lention.com/products/lention-usb-c-standing-dock-d42
The OWC 'USB-C Travel Hub E' is a lightweight and feature packed travel hub which is perfect for Mac, PC, iPad Pro, and any phone that supports a USB-C port. This video we dive into its features and explain why I think this should be one accessory you should buy.
Buy the OWC Travel Hub E (affiliate links)
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3qefCBR
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/35GHJA3
OWC (US): https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/owc-usb-c-travel-dock-e
The Maono Maonocaster is on the the most exciting products to come out this year and when I first laid eyes on it, I knew I had to have it. This console is designed to be the ultimate all in one podcasting machine with a build in battery, effects, multiple inputs and more. Luckily the good people at Maono sent me one for review, but unfortunately, this product was not everything I had dreamed it would be. Let’s dive in and see what went wrong.
Buy the Maonocaster (Affiliate Links)
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3iMWbhO
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/2U6MDnj
1More ComfoBuds Pro were kindly sent to me for review and I loved so much about them, but there are a few things which stop them from being the perfect ANC earbuds. Watch the review, consider subscribing, and let me know what you think about the earbuds>
Affiliate Links
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3pRBimR
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3pNxFhU
The Plugable TBT3 UDZ is a 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock that is more affordable than the popular OWC 14-in-1 Thunderbolt Dock and the CalDigit TS3+. But is it any good? It promises a lot, but it falls short in so many ways.
Products Featured in the video (affiliate links)
Plugable TBT3: https://amzn.to/3ca4K24 (US) / https://amzn.to/3i9AjNb (UK)
OWC 14-in-1: https://amzn.to/3fEIhMv (US) / https://amzn.to/3wSsK1k (UK)
CalDigit TS3: https://amzn.to/3wLzbn5 (US) / https://amzn.to/2RT7mul (UK)
I purchased my almost max spec 16 Inch MacBook Pro at launch, and over one year later I reflect on whether it is something you should consider buying in 2021, especially as Apple is pushing the M1 MacBook, iMac, and Mac Mini lines everywhere. Is intel still worth it? If you're a professional, you should find out.
Product featured (affiliate links)
16" MacBook Pro: https://amzn.to/3uUQbGT (US) / https://amzn.to/3uV4Kue (UK)
CalDigit TS3+: https://amzn.to/3eRACKk (US) / https://amzn.to/3tLzufz (UK)
Mac Mini M1: https://amzn.to/3fjesjr (US) / https://amzn.to/3yeuILa (UK)
OWC Electron SSD: https://amzn.to/2RS9ty2 (US) / https://amzn.to/3uTfJUG (UK)
OWC 14 Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock: https://amzn.to/3uMMrqS (US) / https://amzn.to/34067fn (UK)
TwelveSouth Arc Stand: https://amzn.to/3fgJyIm (US) / https://amzn.to/3osapFG (UK)
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:03 Creating with Creative Cloud
03:14 What About M1?
04:53 Docking is Essential
06:17 Creativity & Displays
08:09 Should You Buy M1?
08:58 Should You Buy an Intel Mac?
The TechZone Stellar X2 Microphone is not cheap. It's up there with some of the biggest names in microphones like the Shure SM7B. In this video I check out the microphone and compare it to my SM7B. Is it worth the cost and how does it sound. Is this the perfect podcasting and streaming microphone? Check out the review and find out!
Affiliate links
Stellar X2 Microphone UK: https://amzn.to/3esDLPp
Stellar X2 Microphone USA: https://amzn.to/3aBEe0J
The Aochuan Smart XR Gimbal is one of the most unique mobile phone gimbals that packs many features and three niche, but awesome features. In this review I rundown the features, where it falls short, where it shines, and whether or not this is worth spending money on.
Aochuan Smart XR Gimbal
Amazon USA Link: https://amzn.to/3ss68Cy
Amazon UK Link: https://amzn.to/3x5V3KD
The Maono AU-HD300T is a brand new Cardioid Dynamic USB & XLR Microphone soon to be released at a base price of around $60 or around $80 for the bundle I am reviewing. It's honestly a really good value for money microphone, but there's a few issues I have with it that you should know about. In this review I'll run you through the boxed contents, go through several audio and quality tests, and sum up my views.
The Maono HD300T USB/XLR Microphone
Retail price and when they will be available:
HD300T $79.99 (desktop stand bundle) Available in Late April on Amazon US
HD300S $79.99 (boom arm bundle) Available later this year
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OWC kindly sent me the 14 port thunderbolt 3 dock to review and as I already owned a CalDigit TS3+ I thought i'd use this as a good chance to compare the two. What do I think of the features it offers, is mini display port a good choice, micro SD, the 3.1 Gen 2 USB C port, and the inclusion of a micro SD card slot? Watch the review, leave a comment, hit that thumbs up, and don't forget to subscribe for more!
Buy a OWC 14 Port Thunderbolt 3 Dock
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/2MYafHK
Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3kUCW51
OWC: https://eshop.macsales.com/shop/docks/owc-thunderbolt-3-dock
Budget microphones are usually best avoided, but the FIFINE K678 might be the one exception. FIFINE kindly sent me K678 USB Condenser microphone to review. So how does this budget microphone that looks very similar to the Blue Yeti perform? Well, pretty well! Sit back and watch the review to see more.
Product Links*
K678 UK: https://amzn.to/37CV0uW
K678 US: https://amzn.to/3unWbYY
The Flexverk laptop stand is advertised as the worlds lightest laptop stand, but does that come with any compromises? Let's find out in this short review of the Flexverk laptop stand and their specially designed laptop sleeve.
Pick one up here: https://www.flexverk.com
