Status Audio Pro X Earbuds Review: The Pro X Earbuds Challenge the Leaders in Features, Audio Quality and Style Status Audio Pro X Earbuds Review I have been on the road. And the Status Audio Pro X earbuds have been with me every mile. They have blocked noise, communicated insight, and offered hours to pleasant, and sometimes disturbing audio from television shows and movies, and bouncy pleasure from and soothing interludes from music. Many wireless-earbuds focus on brand prestige, design flash or broad marketing claims. The Status Audio Pro X emerges as being less about flash, more about feature-rich substance and acoustical ambition wrapped in an elegant package. They sits squarely in a space where audiophile ambition meets real-world wireless convenience.

🎧 The Status Audio Pro X earbuds pack a hybrid triple-driver system, hi-res codec support & AI-powered calls—premium sound for pros. Battery life trails a little; customization has a learning curve. Still an audio standout under $300. #earbuds #audiophile #TechReview 🎶 #StatusAudio

Lumary 56FT Smart Landscape Lights Gen2 Review: RGBAIWW Color and Scale Constraints: Setting the Mode for Halloween and Beyond. Lumary 56FT Smart Landscape Lights Gen2 Review This is the introductory paragraph with formatting. The Rasmus home taking on a decidedly Halloween look with greens and purples via the Lumary 56FT Smart Landscape Lights Gen2 . (Source: Daniel W. Rasmus. ©2025 Daniel W. Rasmus and Serious Insights LLC. The Lumary 56FT Smart Landscape Lights Gen2, 6 Pack RGBAIWW offers an integrated, pre-packaged, fully featured, ready-to-deploy outdoor lighting system. I approach this system not merely as a set of spotlights, but as a bounded digital canvas, examining how its closed architecture serves the creative impulse of dynamic exterior illumination versus the long-term strategic needs of home automation integration.

READ THE Serious Insights Review: The Lumary Gen2 56FT landscape lights blend RGBAIWW color precision with rugged IP65 durability. An integrated system, perfect for detailed, dynamic accent illumination. High-end features, constrained scale. 💡✨ #SmartLighting #LumaryGen2 #LandscapeTech #IP65

TOZO Open EarRing Review: Lightweight Open-Ear Value with Big Comfort, Modest Sound TOZO Open EarRing Review Open-ear devices have been appearing alongside the more traditional sealed earbuds reviewed at Serious Insights. Products like the Tozo Open EarRing represent a design philosophy shift: prioritizing awareness and comfort, trading the sealed-ear “wow” for a safer, more social listening stance. We look at the Tozo Open EarRing as a wearable that optimizes for use cases where isolation is a hindrance rather than a feature.   From a market-watch perspective, this segment is getting crowded as brands chase commuters and fitness-minded listeners with IP ratings, long endurance, and companion apps.

Read the new Serious Insights review: Light, aware, and affordable TOZO Open EarRing nails comfort and battery life, but open ear design presents some audio tradeoffs. Great for calls, walks, and work sessions. #audio #earbuds #openea r #TOZO 🎧🌧️📶

Enterprise AI Insights from the Field: Success Factors and Waiting for ROI Enterprise AI Insights from the Field: Success Factors and Waiting for ROI I had the pleasure of listening to leaders discuss their firsthand experiences with AI deployments and how organizations are implementing AI. I learned from Saanya Ojha of Bain Capital Ventures, who spoke with Moveworks President Varun Singh, and from several thought leaders during a KMWorld-hosted webinar that brought together TigerGraph (Victor Lee, PhD), Semedy (Charles Lagor), and TopQuadrant (Steve Hedden). I'll keep the takeaways simple. They all align with my experience: design for success, including how to measure ROI.

Enterprises succeed with AI when they start small, integrate into workflows, and invest in strong data + governance. ROI isn’t just revenue—it’s resilience. 🚀 #AI #KM #DigitalTransformation

Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch Review: A Solid, High-Fidelity Digital Canvas with Trade-Offs Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch Review The Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch is a lot of device. Not just in price or promise, but in sheer physical presence. It’s a relatively massive piece of equipment, and not the kind of thing that easily sneaks onto a crowded desktop where a keyboard, mouse, and laptop already wrestle for territory. This isn’t the kind of tool you casually tuck beside a monitor; it demands its own stage. Artists already accustomed to tilted drawing tables know what they're getting into. For me, the Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch arrived in my workspace like a visiting dignitary—impossible to ignore, insistent that I bring it a new surface (a foldable table) because, while I have a desk and a credenza, it wouldn't fit among the existing equipment.

Your Friday Read: Exploring the Wacom Cintiq 24 Touch: a large, high-fidelity ✍🏼 pen display with 10-finger touch 🤏🏼, excellent colors 🌈, and strong responsiveness—yet demanding in space and only sRGB. #Cintiq24 #digitalart 🎨 #seriouspoptech #Wacom

Dynabook Tecra A40-M Series 2 Notebook Review: A Modern Notebook Computer with One Foot Still in Its Past Dynabook Tecra A40-M Series 2 Review The Dynabook Tecra A40-M Series 2 arrived while I was reviewing the Lenovo ThinkPad X9. In many ways, that was unfortunate for the Tecra as the X9 touted modern design flourishes, while the Tecra proudly displays its legacy callbacks. That the X9 abandoned the ThinkPad's traditional design language makes for an even bigger contrast. Both, however, claim to be AI PCs, sporting the latest Intel chips with their NPUs. Both include a Copilot key. Using that as a field leveler that defines them as state-of-the-art devices, many of the legacy choices in the Tecra don't do it any favors.

The Serious Insights Dynabook Tecra A40-M Series 2 review is live! 🖥️⚡ Legacy ports, upgradable memory, 3-year warranty, and new AI features set it apart. Not as light as the latest ultrabooks, but packed for real business needs. Get all the details on Serious Insights! 🚀🔍 #techreview #Dynabook

Edifier ES20 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review: Compact Power, Solid Audio and Retro Style Edifier ES20 Review There are always the sounds of summer. Sometimes mine were Yuaght Rock, other times Los Angeles Dodgers games, and occasionally new music from Christina Carpenter or Billie Elish, or a Star Talk Radio podcast. More likely than not, this summer's open spaces were filled with sounds emanating from the Editfer ES20. The ES20 slides into my speaker collection where minimal size meets maximal usability, and portable audio devices stop behaving like disposable tech and start hinting at enduring craftsmanship. The Edifer ES20 harkens back to classic guitar amp design and other classic stage gear.

Read our review of the Edifier ES20: Small speaker, big personality — warm, punchy sound meets retro charm and ambient lighting. IP67 ruggedness, stereo pairing, and ~15h battery push it above bargain status. A $90 gem. #AudioTech #PortableSpeaker #EdifierES20 🎶

Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses Review: Wired AR Glasses Prove Better As Media Consumption Companion Than a Work Display Rokid Max 2 AR Glasses Review Portable displays increasingly act as instruments of discretion—screening work and entertainment from crowded spaces without the weight of a full XR rig. The Rokid Max 2 falls into this category, featuring micro-OLED glasses that serve as a travel-friendly private screen, delivering comfort and convenience that fluidly switch between phones, tablets, consoles, and laptops. The Rokid Max 2 glasses are a measured iteration on the previous model. The new version extends the familiar recipe with a strong spec baseline, an effective myopia system, and an ecosystem path—Rokid Station and Station 2—that turns a simple monitor into a pocketable platform for streaming, office apps, and multi-app spatial layouts.

Rokid Max 2 glasses 🕶️ nails portable cinema: 1080p/eye, 120 Hz, ~50° FOV, 75 g, and diopter tuning. Audio + dimming lag behind, but at a 💸discount its a solid mobile experience. Also available with Station/Station 2, for more AR.AR #SpatialComputing #Rokid #MicroOLED

Edifier MR3 Studio Monitor Speakers Review: Nearfield Sound and Room-Ready Controls at Reasonable Price Edifier MR3 Studio Monitor Speakers Review Across recent audio and creator-tool reviews, a pattern keeps surfacing: everyday gear borrowing ideas from studios to support disciplined, improvisational work. The Edifier MR3 Studio Monitor Speakers fit that pattern, trading luxury finishes for a measured response curve, proper balanced inputs, and tuning tools that make cramped desks behave. This is the same practical ethos behind travel mics, compact lights, and minimal gimbals covered here. The MR3 complements those kits with honest monitoring, app-level convenience, and quick physical controls—a small upgrade that improves focus and reduces rework in research, teaching, and content pipelines.

Compact, honest, and desk-ready: Edifier MR3 speakers 🔈bring flat-leaning 24/96 sound, room-tuning, and balanced TRS at $149.99. Great nearfield tool 👂🏼; skip for big rooms. Please read our review! 📖 #Audio #StudioMonitors #Edifier #Nearfield #Creativity

BENFEI USB-C to Audio Jack Adapter with 60W Fast Charging Review: BENFEI USB-C to Audio Jack Adapter with 60W Fast Charging Review I like cute. This compact BENFEI USB-C to Audio Jack Adapter is cute. It combines audio high definition audio for devices like iPhone and iPad (and other USB-C powered devices that no longer ship with an audio jack) along with an input for power. All for under twelve dollars. And did I say it was cute, as it folds up into something that looks more like a keychain decoration than high-tech audio enabler. And while I wouldn’t suggest carrying the BENFEI USB-C to Audio Jack Adapter among a jangle of keys all the time, it would likely survive the experience, save a few scratches.

See our review of the tiny but powerful BENFEI USB-C to 💥💥Audio Jack Adapter with its 60W adapter aimed to keep devices powered up when 🎧listening to wired audio.And it's durable and cute. #usbcaudio #benfei #audioadapter #DAC #techreview #audioreview

Rhinoshield AirX case for iPhone 16 Pro Review: Circular Design Combines with Enterprise-Grade Durability Rhinoshield AirX case for iPhone 16 Pro Review Protective accessories increasingly differentiate on engineering, not embellishment. Recent Serious Insights coverage has highlighted gear where design choices map cleanly to outcomes—microphones that favor quick capture over dials, lights that trade heft for portability, and gimbals that guide rather than intrude. The Rhinoshield AirX arrives in that lineage as an argument for managed energy: a case designed to isolate impact before it reaches the device core. This review situates Rhinoshield AirX against cases that chase thinness or transparency as primary virtues. The AirX proposition is different: predictable protection over time, with an architecture that speaks in pressures, chambers, and flow paths.

RhinoShield AirX for iPhone 16 Pro prioritizes impact isolation & durability with 360° air-cushioning and a compression skeleton. MagSafe-ready, circular-eco design TPE—a little bulkier, pricier, but built for hard use. 🔧📱 #iPhone16Pro #AirX #RhinoShield #MobileGear #phonecasw

JBL Quantum Stream Wireless USB-C Microphone Review: JBL’s Portable Lavalier Mic Speaks Volumes About Great Engineering for Entry-Level Creators JBL Quantum Stream Wireless USB-C Microphone Review The Quantum Stream Wireless USB-C fits into one of my favorite themes: lightweight tools sculpted for personal, purposeful and improvisational storytelling. Like the mobile-first camera gear and compact lighting kits we’ve examined, this mic favors flexibility over depth, trimming friction wherever possible. It won’t replace a desktop mic, but it complements the episodic spontaneity of recording on a phone, especially on the road, as I did recently at Comic-Con and other conferences. I have also used it for a weekly AI vlog entry to a WhatApp group.

Ever wish your phone audio sounded like a podcast, not a cave? The JBL Quantum Stream Wireless brings crisp sound, 24-hr battery, and hassle-free setup—no cables, no fuss, just clarity. Great for creators on the move 🏃‍♂️🎤 Read our review. #ContentCreation #MobileMic #JBL #microphone

Kwikset Halo Select Touchscreen Wi-Fi and Matter-Enabled Smart Lock Review: A Powerful, Future-Ready Wireless Lock That May Take Some Effort to Install Kwikset Halo Select Touchscreen Wi-Fi and Matter-Enabled Smart Lock Review So, I’m a fan of the Kwikset Halo Select Touchscreen Wi-Fi and Matter-Enabled Smart Lock. I love the connectivity. I went with Wi-Fi to ensure full access to all features in the Kwikset app. Installation was a bear. My door had quirks. The first attempt at Kwikset sending the right parts didn’t result in the right parts. The second attempt, with my son-in-law sending images and spending significant time on a call, resulted in the right parts showing up. The lock is now installed.

Seamless install for many (not for me). Geo-magic auto-unlock. High-grade security. Dual Wi-Fi + Matter. Halo Select brings smart-lock sophistication—but powering into Tomorrow today means losing some current features. Worth the trade ? 🤔 #SmartHome #HaloSelect #Matter

The MIT NANDA Report Challenge: AI’s ROI Problems Call for a Revisit of Solow’s Productivity Paradox, The Serendipity Economy, and Finding Value Beyond Productivity The MIT NANDA Report Challenge: AI’s ROI Problems Call for a Revisit of Solow’s Productivity Paradox, The Serendipity Economy, and Finding Value Beyond Productivity Technological revolutions rarely arrive on schedule. They come with fanfare, bold promises, and heavy investment, but their impact often hides in the shadows before it bursts into the open. Artificial intelligence now finds itself in this awkward in-between space. Boardrooms are abuzz with talk of generative AI strategies; enterprises are pouring billions into pilots and partnerships; employees are experimenting with chatbots and copilots. Yet in measurable business terms, most of these efforts appear to fail to deliver returns on the investments.

A Serious Insights analysis of the MIT NANDA initiative’s report, 'The GenAI Divide: State of AI in Business 2025.’ The problems with the report and new ways to think about the problem of AI ROI.

It cannot. But it would look cool under water with some blue LEDs on it.

Matias nano USB-C Keyboard and Mouse Review: A 2 item Combo with Outstanding Build and Connected via the Smallest USB-C Transceiver Matias nano USB-C Keyboard and Mouse Review Although we like to see the coolest technology and feature it on our SeriousPop.tech page, most of our hardware reviews don’t chase the flashy or the collectible—they lift up devices that quietly earn their place on desktops through thoughtful design, honest functionality, and a refusal to indulge in gadget theater. In that lineage, the Matias USB-C keyboard paired with the PBT-and-aluminum mouse fits neatly. The Matias nano USB-C Keyboard and Mouse doesn’t impress with neon lights—though it offers magnetic top covers and a hex wrench for right-click feel—but impresses with substance: driver-free reliability, materials built to outlast most laptop lifespans, and customization that whispers rather than shouts.

⌨️ 🖱️ Typing comfort meets rugged longevity: the Matias USB-C keyboard blends scissor switches and wired reliability, while the PBT mouse connects via a shared nano USB-C receiver, 3-year battery, and secure build. #Matias #Keyboard #Mouse #TechReview

Factory Entertainment Gary Seven Servo Review: A Beautiful Prop Replica with Outstanding Detail, Even If It Doesn’t Offer Defensive Shielding. Factory Entertainment Gary Seven Servo Review No company makes Star Trek prop replicas like Factory Entertainment. Its attention to detail is outstanding. At San Diego Comic-Con 2025 they introduced the Gary Seven Servo. Not as near and dear to my heart, like last year’s Catspaw Enterprise replica, but still absolutely perfect in execution. Perhaps this servo will remind the new team at Paramount that they still have a Roddenberry original backdoor pilot in their back pockets, or in the case of the servo, in a sports coat pocket. For those of you not familiar with the Gary Seven Servo, here’s a tutorial:

Television history (and future) in your hand. The Gary Seven Servo replica from Factory Entertainment nails the sleek craft of the original—aluminum build, spring-loaded mechanics, numbered COA, gift-box packaging—all for $100. Intriguing, tactile, timeless. #StarTrek #Collectibles 🚀

APQC Communities of Practice Survey Findings Reveal Design and Strategy Gaps Organizations Must Close to Make CoPs Effective and Relevant APQC Communities of Practice Survey Findings Reveal Design and Strategy Gaps Organizations Must Close to Make CoPs Effective and Relevant Surveys, even when well-crafted, reveal only what respondents already believe to be true. They do not surface what participants don’t know, can’t imagine, or have yet to encounter. That means survey results should be treated as guideposts, not verdicts—signals that reveal where organizations are confident, where they are uncertain, and where blind spots are quietly shaping future challenges.  The APQC Communities of Practice (CoP) survey offers a useful snapshot, but its greatest value lies in the conversations and adjustments it can inspire. 

Your Friday read: APQC Communities of Practice in Modern Organizations Survey findings show many CoPs lack clear design, accountability & business impact. Time to rethink and redesign communities for business impact and to leverage AI effectively! 🚀 #KM #CoP #AI #APQC

MAGEASY Pouch M iPhone 16 Pro Wallet Case  Review: A Stylish Case with a MagSafe Wallet That Doesn’t Support Many Other MagSafe Products MAGEASY Pouch M iPhone 16 Pro Wallet Case Review Many Serious Insights reviews explore product ecosystems—where form meets function across devices and contexts. Here, a case isn’t just protection: it becomes a small utility layer that adapts to office commutes, travel, and pocket-free carrying. It builds on the conversation of thoughtful everyday design we’ve seen in prior write-ups. In comparison, the MAGEASY Pouch M stacks modularity and resilience where others offer either sleek minimalism or max protection, not both. It’s an interesting midpoint that extends what “daily tech companion” can mean on the move.

@MAGEASY Pouch M Wallet Case review: rugged to 16-ft drops, detachable MagSafe wallet, vegan-leather elegance—needs some refinement when it comes to MagSafe accessory compatibility, wallet capacity and packaging sustainability. #iPhoneCase #MagSafe #TechStyle

KYY X90D 15.6″ Triple Portable Monitor Review: Inexpensive 1080p Dual Monitors that Turn Laptops into a Triple Screen Treat KYY X90D 15.6" Triple Portable Monitor review For a more expensive product, I would be more critical. I didn’t find any issues with the KYY X90D 15.6" Triple Portable Monitor. It performed as expected. It is not, as the Amazon and company websites suggest, a “triple monitor,” rather it turns a laptop into a “triple monitor” device by adding two additional 1080p displays. While the 1080p displays are fine as far as they go, those with higher resolution laptops may want higher resolution external displays. I started with the caveat that it was for a more expensive product.

Dual 15.6″ screens, single‑cable setup, and sturdy hinges make the KYY X90D a bold move for mobile productivity—but dimmer than expected panels and awkward buttons hold it back. Worth a look if you’ll handle it with care. #TechReview #PortableMonitor #Workspace

Xfinity Customer Service Fail: How a Minor Playback Glitch Became a Customer Service Defining Moment Xfinity Customer Service Fail: How a Minor Playback Glitch Became a Customer Service Defining Moment I’m a long-time Xfinity customer. A recent customer service experience has transformed me from an ambivalent advocate for a service that essentially operates as a monopoly in my area into a reluctant customer (at best), who has been the target of fraudulent transactions, deceitful practices, and accusatory, unempowered, and untrusting customer service. This is the story of how annoying audio and video glitches on my television escalated into a customer service fiasco. Just trying to get my TV to work…

Frustrated by endless calls, chats, and store visits? My latest blog, Xfinity Customer Service Fail, exposes how a small TV glitch became a customer service nightmare. 📺📱 #Xfinity #CustomerService #Fail #ConsumerRights #TechFrustration

Hamlet and Headphones: How Headphones Got Inside Jeremy McCarter’s Head and Inspired Him to Reimagine Shakespeare Hamlet and Headphones and: How Headphones Got Inside Jeremy McCarter's Head and Inspired Him to Reimagine Shakespeare I just returned from Comic-Con and explained to several vendors the mission of SeriousPop.Tech to explore interesting intersections between popular culture and technology. I recently listened to an episode of the Folger Shakespeare Library’s 'Shakespeare Unlimited,' which offered such a connection. Jeremy McCarter and his Make Believe Podcast produced an episodic audio-only version of Hamlet inspired by headphones. The conceit? The play is reduced not only to audio, but only to the audio that the Hamlet character was privy to.

🎧 Step inside Hamlet’s head. Jeremy McCarter’s headphone-powered production strips the play to the prince’s mind, turning sound into stage. #TheaterTech #Hamlet #ImmersiveTheater #shakespeare

Hamlet, Shakespeare and Uncertainty. Crazed or Confused: What Leaders Can Learn About Uncertainty from ‘Hamlet’ Hamlet, Shakespeare and UncertaintyCrazed or Confused: What Leaders Can Learn About Uncertainty from ‘Hamlet.' There is a lot of uncertainty in the world at the end of Shakespeare’s reign as a poet and playwright. With the only ruler most had ever known dying, and a new, unknown monarch from Scotland invested, the future of England and English society was very much in doubt. In Hamlet, Shakespeare manifests the uncertainties that were about to disrupt English life, and gives them a character who empathizes with their fears of the “undiscovered country,” be it death or just a changed world.

🤔💼 Hamlet faced the ultimate uncertainty: “To be or not to be?” His dilemma mirrors today’s strategic decisions—learn to navigate the unknown. 🌍📊 #Strategy #Leadership #ScenarioPlanning

Countdown to San Diego Comic-Con 2025: The Meaning of “It Rhymes With Takei” Inspires Readers to Keep Fighting for Recognition, Inclusion and Justice In "It Rhymes With Takei,” Takei’s story unfolds with emotional precision, using the graphic novel form to its full potential. Harmony Becker’s illustrations don’t just support the narrative—they expand it, adding nuance to every silence, every hesitant glance, every burst of joy. The visual storytelling makes the weight of internment and the tension of the closet tangible, while the moments of triumph and self-acceptance shine with hard-won clarity. This is not a celebrity memoir designed to polish a brand; it’s a deliberate act of reclaiming identity, one panel at a time.

"It Rhymes With Takei.” A powerful graphic memoir by George Takei exploring identity, injustice, and pride—told through vivid art 🖌️and unforgettable storytelling. Read our thoughts on this powerful story 📖.

Lepro TB1 Smart Table Lamp Review: Bright RGB, AI Ambience & Music Sync Lepro TB1 Table Lamp Review I didn’t expect a desk lamp to surprise me, but the Lepro TB1 table lamp did—mostly by not trying to be just a desk lamp. From the moment I plugged it in, this sculptural swirl of light made my workspace feel less like a place to grind and more like a space to create. Its triple-ring design doesn’t just look futuristic—it actively participates in shaping the mood my office, which is already pretty moody 🙂. Whether I’m writing late into the night or just letting some music play in the background, the TB1 keeps pace, pulsing in sync or glowing calmly with a warmth that feels almost intentional, though it takes some playing with to master its options.

Amp up your space with the Lepro TB1 🌈 bright, triple‑ring design, vibrant RGB+IC LEDs, music syncing & mood AI – all for ~$90. Some AI hits/misses & Apple HomeKit missing, but still a smart lighting win! #SmartHome #MoodLighting #TechStyle 💡

Countdown to San Diego Comic-Con 2025: Comic-Con Kit: What’s in My Bag Countdown to San Diego Comic-Con 2025: Comic-Con Kit: What's in My Bag As an analyst, I'm always exploring the future of work. Yes, even at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). So, I can't just bring my Starfleet uniform or my S.H.I.E.L.D. garb; I also need to bring a few gadgets to document what I'm learning, and of course, test out some new tech products, and put those I’ve already evaluated through even more rigorous tests. Here’s my initial list of what I’m bring with me to San Diego. This blog may be updated several times between July 23 and July 27, 2025 as I use something that I realized I left off the list.

🤓Read about what I’m bringing to cover and present at 🚀San Diego Comic-Con 2025 from Sandisk SSDs 💾 and a Plaud AI recorder, to JBL microphones 🎤 and Gunnar glasses 👓 #SDCC #TechReviews #TravelTech #techgadgets See you in #SanDiego

Tozo T20 Earbuds Review: Budget Priced but With Features Galore Tozo T20 Review Let’s just take a moment to acknowledge how absurd the earbud market has become. We now live in a world where earbuds that cost less than thirty bucks come with wireless charging, LED battery indicators on the case, touch controls and IPX8 water resistance—as if they were engineered to survive both a pool party and a power outage. Yes, that aptly describes the Tozo T20 earbuds currently running at less than $30 on Amazon. And the wildest part? They actually sound good. Not “good for the price,” good—just good.

Snagging the Tozo T20 earbuds means rich bass, 48 h battery, wireless charging & IPX8 water‑proofing—all under $40. No ANC, touch may misfire, but sound & value pop. 🎧🔋 #TozoT20 #TrueWireless #EarbudsDeal

Belkin BoostCharge Pro MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad Review: Excellent Engineering for Home or Office, but a Bit Heavy for Travel Belkin BoostCharge Pro Review Belkin has engineered an outstanding charging device in the Belkin BoostCharge Pro. It’s great for desktops and bedsides, and although the box suggested its easy to travel with, its weight suggests otherwise, especially when compared to other solutions like the Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger with MagSafe. That said, the engineering quality of the Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad is very good, and its backed by a 2-year warrant and an equipment warranty of up to $2,500. What we like Pros Fast and reliable MagSafe alignment and secure hold…

Belkin’s Boost Charge Pro 3‑in‑1 delivers fast, secure MagSafe charging for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods in one sleek pad. ⚡ Premium build, stellar alignment—but pricey and weighty. #MagSafe #WirelessCharging #Belkin 🔋

Benfei Accessories Review: Well-Engineered Add-osn for USB-C PCs That Need a Few More Ports Benfei Accessories Review I don’t usualy write bulk reviews, but I have been evaluating several BENFEI accessories. I don’t think individual reviews will do readers or Benfei any service. I found all of the various USB-C and USB-A hubs and port extenders well-made with good connections and a solid, weighty feel. While at discount prices, they do not represent discount engineering. I appreciate the nice cloth bags for the USB-C hubs, the mostly nylon cables and USB-A/C adapters where appropriate. We can only speak to the quality of the products we reviewed, which are detailed below.

Benfei Accessories Review: Well-Engineered Add-osn for USB-C PCs That Need a Few More Ports

Benfei Accessories Review I don’t usualy write bulk reviews, but I have been evaluating several BENFEI accessories. I don’t think individual reviews will do readers or Benfei any service. I found all of the…

Amazon Prime Day 2025 Deals: Low Prices on Quality Tech Amazon Prime Day 2025 Deals At Serious Insights, we don’t usually track hardware vendor news, and rarely, deals or discounts. All of our reviews include a link to Amazon if the product is available there (and yes, we receive a small payment for those clicks that lead to a purchase), but we’re a little behind on the reviews as new products continue to come in post-CES. So here are a few of the items with Prime Day Deals and short reviews as we never recommend anything we haven’t tried ourselves.

The Serious Insights list of items we are currently reviewing that will show up for Prime Day discounts. Short reviews or overviews as we continue to test these items. We may add more product links during the PD event. Products from our full reviews may also be discounted.