Notes from the workshop.
Software, hardware, practical guides and work in progress from MikeTheTech and PyroSoft.
Video, most recent first
A Desk Full of Boxes: My September 2024 Tech Catch-Up
A longer unboxing session with a doorbell, tools, desk accessories and a screen extender.
DESLOC B200: The Lock Parts, Battery Bay and Separate Gateway
Opening the fingerprint deadbolt and its G2 gateway before a door installation.
aosu SolarCam D1 Max: A Separate Panel and a Camera I Still Want to Test
Opening the mounts and fitting the panel cable before an outdoor installation.
TEAMGROUP MP44S: Two Terabytes in a Very Small 2230 Drive
Opening the SSD before a planned Steam Deck installation and data-copying session.
My First XbotGo Chameleon Session: Phone, App and Remote Connected
Trying the mount and indoor controls in the original August 2024 preview.
NewQ Steam Deck Battery: Snap It On, Then Watch the Charging Indicator
Fitting the battery and stand to my Deck before timing any longer gaming sessions.
BN-LINK Mini-Tank Water Heater: A Much Heavier Box Than Usual
Looking over the tank, controls and supplied installation material without plumbing it in.
Xega XG2 Wi-Fi Kit: Two Cameras, Two Panels and Separate Mounts
Opening the Wi-Fi package and fitting a panel to its adjustable bracket.
TOZO HT2: A Soft Fit and Noise Modes I Can Change in the App
Trying the headphones on and switching between cancellation and transparency settings.
FLSNT Dusk-to-Dawn Bulbs: First Light in a Desk Fixture
Opening the two-bulb package and trying one indoors before an outdoor test.
Lenarinter Spotlights: Point the Light, Then Change the Color
Trying one powered spotlight and looking at the remotes and foot controls in the box.
PAUTIX COB Strips: Two Packages, with the RGB Set Lighting Up the Room
Opening the warm-white and RGB kits before trying the color controls.
TROND 24-Outlet Strip: The Rotating Plug Is the Detail I Wanted to Try
Looking over the outlet layout, mounting points and movable plug.
Afyuol Wall Sconces: Snap the Light onto a Ball Mount
Trying the light temperatures, remote and adjustable magnetic attachment.
GameSir G8+: A Bigger Grip Around My Switch
Opening the controller, looking at the spare caps and trying the handheld fit.
Micomlan Desk Lamp: The Light Bars Fold Out Much Farther Than I Expected
Trying the arm, brightness and color-temperature controls at my desk.
WSKEN W20: A Little Charging House with a Light in the Base
Putting my phone on the stand and trying the ambient-light control.
BN-LINK Smart Power Strip: Added in the App and Ready to Name
Opening the strip, pairing it and looking at the outlet controls in the app.
WARSUN T7: A Pocket Light with Two Beams to Try
Clipping the flashlight to my shirt and working through its light modes.
xCool Precision Screwdriver: I Got Excited About the Case, Too
Opening the spring-out tray and trying the screen, direction controls and light.
MT-VIKI Dual Ethernet Adapter: A Small Box with Its Own Power Port
Looking at the network connections and manual before putting it into my desk setup.
XbotGo AI Cameraman: A Gimbal, a Small Tripod and a Remote
Trying the physical phone mount and orientation controls before a sports recording.
Jolitoi Hair Styler: The Attachments Keep Coming Out of the Box
Trying the release mechanism and powering the blower for a short first look.
XbotGo T4 Tripod: A Tall Idea That Packs into a Carrying Bag
Opening the telescoping support and looking at its locks and supplied weight bag.
TINTINDOC Picture Light: A Removable Bar for the Poster Behind Me
Trying the magnetic attachment and remote before mounting the light on a wall.
BDXXJ K36 Fan: A Small Stand and a Much More Interested Dog
Trying the portable fan’s speeds and looking at its USB-C connection.
DS10 Pro Deadbolt: Tactile Buttons and Two Halves to Connect
Looking through the lock parts before a planned installation video.
Three xCool Boxes: An Adapter Cable, USB-C Batteries and a Magnetic Power Bank
Opening the accessories and getting a charging indication on my phone.
My Original PLAUD Note Session: Activate It, Then Open the Example Notes
Trying the thin recorder’s case and browsing the app’s supplied transcription example.
BN-LINK Wall Tap: Six Outlets and USB Connections in One Body
Opening one of three units sent over and looking at its physical layout.