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The PyroSoft blog

Notes from the workshop.

Software, hardware, practical guides and work in progress from MikeTheTech and PyroSoft.

Hardware, most recent first

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Seventour Powered Subwoofer: The Controls and Wired Remote

Opening the slim speaker-and-amplifier package before fitting it in the truck.

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Rybozen Karaoke Mixer: Two Mics, HDMI and a Row of Controls

A close look at the package and connections before a real karaoke session.

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NEEWER FL10: Turning a Bare Wall into a Window-Light Backdrop

Trying the filters, colors and sliding focus on a small light that gives my studio a different look.

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INIU P73: The Magnetic Battery with a Kickstand and a Cable for a Strap

Snapping the battery onto my phone, trying the stand and finding the cable hidden in the lanyard.

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INIU Pocket Rocket P50-E1: The Cable Fits Back into the Carrying Loop

Opening the palm-size battery and checking the ports and detachable USB-C cable.

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Faryuan Bladeless Fan: Trying the Tilt, Oscillation and Heater at My Desk

A first setup with the remote, adjustable angle and a quick switch between fan and heat.

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CAMSTRO Camera Kit: Two Solar Panels and a Surprisingly Small Hub

Opening the cameras, mounts and separate storage hub before the outdoor test.

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ASUS TUF Monitor Unboxing: A Low-Profile Stand, with the Model Still to Confirm

The curved display and stand I assemble, plus a mismatch between the recording and its original description.

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VIAIM RecDot: I Came for the Recorder and Stayed for the Sound

Opening the sliding case, looking over the recording controls and trying the earbuds with music.

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UGREEN AX900: The Wi-Fi Upgrade That Was Slower in My Room

Trying a front-mounted USB adapter against the wireless connection built into my display.

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Rimthin Vehicle Bulbs: A Quick Unboxing Before Confirming the Fitment

Looking at the pair of bulbs and cooling hardware, with conflicting model details left unresolved.

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DTCRCH Mini Camera: The Key-Fob Shape Hides a Lot of Hardware

Opening the small camera, its cover and the supplied card and adapters.

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TELESIN Neck Mount: The Release Button Makes the Design Click

Fitting the phone mount and trying its orientation adjustments before filming with it.

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vSeeBox V6 Max: The Backlit Remote Is My Favorite Hardware Change

Unpacking the box, trying the illuminated keys and going through the on-screen setup.

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NUBWO HG03: Good Bass, Soft Pads—and an FPS Button I Still Need to Explain

A short fit and listening test, with the microphone and FPS mode left for follow-up.

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ARZOPA Z3FC: A Portable Screen with a Case and the Cables I Wanted

Opening the monitor, trying its stand and getting picture and sound from my phone.

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BJPKPK Bottle: A Button Lid and a Strap for Taking It Along

Trying the latch and carrying strap, with the size and insulation claims still to verify.

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Temtop M10+: The Battery Was the First Surprise

Powering up the air-quality display and browsing its screens before a longer test.

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EMEET Pixy and OBSBOT Tiny 2: Trying the Tracking and Camera Modes

Switching between the two webcams, testing movement and giving whiteboard mode a quick try.

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Oleap P200b Pro: Trying Music on an Open-Ear Work Headset

Unpacking the boom-mic headset and accessories, then pairing it for a first listen.

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NEARITY MemPod Fit 2: Comfortable Fit, with a Few Controls I Wanted Closer

Pairing the open-ear pieces and listening before trying longer-term use.

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URAO Tablet: A First Boot, and What the 4 + 20 GB Memory Label Means

Opening the 10.1-inch tablet, going through setup and checking the information in Settings.

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Melonare PM2: A Transmitter, Two Receivers and a Charging Case

Opening the wireless monitoring set actually shown in the video, despite the microphone title.

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Kieslect Elite2: The Fit, the Magnetic Charger and a Tour of the Screens

Wearing the watch and browsing its controls after the first charge.

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XbotGo Chameleon and NT1: The Tripod Packs Down Smaller Than I Expected

Opening the phone-tracking setup and extending the portable tripod at the desk.

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NUU B40: Taking a Selfie from the Little Screen on the Back

Opening the phone, going through Wi-Fi setup and trying the Vista display.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max and Crave Cases: Trying the Fit and Hidden Magnets

Opening the phone, swapping the cases and checking attachment with a magnetic mount.

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vSeeBox Elite Ultra: The Enclosure, the Ports and the Mouse-Mode Remote

Unpacking the box and browsing its interface with my monitor setup.

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Ouyulong Wall Sconces: Pull Out the Battery, Keep the Light in Place

Opening the pair of lights and trying the built-in brightness and color controls.

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TOZO NC3: The Fan Got Quieter When I Touched the Control

A first fit and listening session, with a noticeable change in the room sound.

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