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Weather pushes ULA launch, but SpaceX still has Sunday, Monday launches on tap
Dicey weather already pushed United Launch Alliance to delay a planned early Monday launch of an Atlas V, but SpaceX has a pair of Falcon 9 rockets that could fly Sunday night and Monday morning.
Up first is a SpaceX Falcon 9 on the Starlink 6-82 mission with 29 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station’s Space Launch ...Read more
Sound Advice: Soundbar specials and an air duster extraordinaire
This week I have two excellent home audio deals and more on the Wolfbox blower/dusters, one of the most popular products I covered this year.
Soundbar specials: The ZVOX AV855 was a huge hit for its hi-fi sound and AccuVoice dialogue enhancement, which makes voices easier to hear and understand. The AV855 was later joined by the AV835, a ...Read more
Sound Advice: High-tech skin care and dental devices
Q. We purchased an RF skin-tightening machine three years ago based on your articles. Do you know how long these machines last or, in other words, do they lose their effectiveness over a certain period of time?
—R.K., Minneapolis
A. For those who are unfamiliar, RF skin-tightening machines use radio-frequency energy to heat up the skin under...Read more
Sound Advice: Lamp, espresso machine are luxury gifts worth purchase
High-end Lutris Monte-Carlo Cordless Lamp: True to its name, the Monte-Carlo lamp was designed in the Principality of Monaco and is an extremely high-quality furnishing, the kind of luxury product you associate with manufacturers like Herman Miller. The beautiful styling bridges art deco and mid-century modern design and the lamp casts a soft, ...Read more
Sound Advice: Listen here for holiday headphone gift ideas
Earphones and headphones featured this week: If you are looking for yourself or as a gift, here are some great options just in time for the holidays!
EarFun Air Pro 4+ earphones only $65.99: The EarFun Air Pro 4+ earphones have recently received overwhelmingly positive reviews from tech and audio websites and are becoming widely known as the ...Read more
Sound Advice: Get charged up for backup power system
Q. I have a question regarding your home electricity backup system.
Noting that your Briggs & Stratton QuietPower Q6500 Inverter Generator is not CARB compliant, I am guessing you don't live in California. I do, and would welcome other recommendations.
—R.S., Gilroy, California
A. You are correct that I do not live in California, though I ...Read more
Sound Advice: Mount up with this wireless car charger for your phone
Cool car mount charger: After my positive experience with the Lisen power bank I did some more digging into their product line and discovered another product that could be a sleeper hit. It combines a wireless MagSafe charger, a car phone mount and thoughtful innovation into one great accessory.
The Lisen Qi2.2 25W MagSafe Car Mount Charger ...Read more
Sound Advice: Save money without sacrificing quality with this amplifier
Q. I have a pair of Polk Atrium 5 outdoor speakers that I'm going to be using on the large deck behind my house, where I have an outdoor kitchen and dining area where I frequently entertain. I will be using the speakers to play music saved on my phone and to stream satellite radio from the app. It's a big area so I will need some power to drive ...Read more
Sound Advice: Jump starter makes a versatile gift idea
Q. Earlier this year you wrote about a rechargeable battery-powered jump starter for cars and trucks. I did not get one then, but thought I would look for one before winter hits as that is when I would be most likely to need it. Have you used it much and do you still recommend it?
—T.B., Milwaukee
A. The product I reviewed and recommended is...Read more
Sound Advice: Beginning of holiday sales and upgrading DVD player
Holiday deals in the weeks to come: With the holiday shopping season coming up fast, until the end of the year I am going to try to find and feature products that make great gifts and are a good deal as well, especially with prices trending upwards.
Smart toothbrushes are an extremely popular product category, and starting us off is a full-...Read more
Sound Advice: Solar-powered security cameras and quality espresso grinders
Q. I want to add Wi-Fi security cameras around my home, but I am turned off by all the subscription fees. Is there anything worthwhile I can buy that doesn't require a monthly subscription?
—P.A., Sam Jose, California
A. I am also not a fan of subscriptions for products of this type. Besides the extra monthly expense from the very beginning,...Read more
Sound Advice: Perk up for versatile handheld vacuum and coffee machine deals
Q. I purchased the mini blower you recommended and cannot believe the blowing power in that tiny device. Even after several months I continue to be amazed every time I turn it on, and it has so many applications. I have a challenge for you. Can you find a powerful mini vacuum, but in a small device?
—J.O., Minneapolis
A. Thanks for the ...Read more
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