Notes from the workshop.
Software, hardware, practical guides and work in progress from MikeTheTech and PyroSoft.
Video, most recent first
ILC G120 Globe Bulbs: Big Bulbs and Quick Color Changes in the App
Powering one bulb and exploring the color wheel and brightness controls.
Lumary Curtain Lights: Drawing My Own Little LED Animations
Trying preset scenes, speed controls and the app’s frame-by-frame editor.
CAMDUCK-XN: Looking Closely at a Charger-Shaped Camera
An unboxing that shows the camera area and removable storage compartment.
SUNZOS Corner Organizer: A Quick Assembly with Stacking Shelves
Putting the shelf pieces and rods together before finding a place for it.
EMEET S800: Trying 4K30, Then Switching to 1080p60
Opening the camera, adjusting the mount and recording in both selected modes.
Aojo Translation Earbuds: Trying an English–French Conversation Mode
Pairing the earbuds and giving the phone app a short translation test.
WARSUN DC08: Turn the Head, Then Clip the Light Where You Need It
Charging the flashlight and trying the main and secondary lights.
OutIn Nano: A Capsule Shot and a Very Strong Little Latte
Opening the portable espresso maker and trying a capsule brew.
NEWQ Portable SSD Touch: A Fingerprint Reader on a Small USB-C Drive
Opening the 512GB unit, its cables and the supplied pouch.
Gator Frameworks Desktop Mic Stand: Two Pieces and a Weighty Base
Putting the stand together and trying its height adjustment.
Mueller UltraToast: Wide Slots and a Look over the Controls
Unpacking the four-slice toaster before its first breakfast test.
CHARYJOD Desk Lamp: The Little Night Light Has More Range Than I Expected
Trying brightness, warmer light and the swiveling lamp head.
TELESIN S2 Neck Mount: Quick Release, a Phone Fit and One Reach Limitation
Opening the mount and trying the magnetic connection at the desk.
FIGEBNY Wireless HDMI Kit: A Lot of Adapter Options in the Box
Opening the powered transmitter and receiver before a signal test.
AIPER at CES 2025: Watching the Surface-Cleaning Demonstration
A booth look at floating debris pickup and the pool-side retrieval idea.
MoreBeautiful at CES: Small Ice Makers and a Cold Sample
A short booth conversation about the machines on display.
Spacewar 480: Opening Steam’s Little Multiplayer Test Game
A January 2025 look at the launch link, menus and space-combat game.
Zenni Quest 3 Lens Inserts: Trying VR with My Prescription in the Headset
Unboxing the lens pair and fitting it to my Meta Quest 3.
EWEADN X99: A Volume Wheel and a Receiver That Tucks into the Back
Opening the keyboard and checking its switches, feet and accessories.
ATTACK SHARK M86: Side-Printed Keys and a Two-Piece Coiled Cable
Looking over the color gradient, receiver storage and cable connector.
VSeeBox V5 Pro: Ports, Remote Mouse Mode and a Connected Interface
A look through the box’s home screen and app areas.
ATTACK SHARK X86: A Heavy Keyboard with a Mirror-Finish Back
Opening the accessories and looking over the aluminum-style enclosure.
Before My First CES: The 2024 Announcement and AIPER’s Support
Looking back at the plan to cover CES 2025 from Las Vegas.
TELESIN Wireless Mics: A Tiny Pair to Pack for CES
Opening the case, USB-C receiver, windscreens and magnetic clips.
Anker Prime 250W: Watching the Phone and Steam Deck Power Readouts
Trying the screen, dial and two connected devices.
NUU N30: A Case in the Box and a Quick Unlock Demonstration
Opening the purple-finish phone and checking its included accessories.
My 2024 M2 Mac Mini Experience: Useful for Development, Frustrating in Other Ways
The workload expectations behind my early Apple-silicon opinion video.
When My Channel Gained More Audio Tracks
A December2024 announcement about dubbed video and reaching more viewers.
AULA F99: Retro Colors, a Receiver Slot and Three Connection Modes
Opening the keyboard and trying its lighting and adjustable feet.
VIZIUUY Solar Camera: A Separate Panel and a Mount I Can Take Down
Opening the camera and walking through its mounting and charging connections.