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Mike Yawney - Gadget Guy
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Honest tech reviews and how-tos.
For more than a decade, my reviews of gadgets, electronics, smartphones and video games have aired across national television airwaves. Now I'm bringing my love of technology online to share with my subscribers.
Thank you for all your support! Remember, if you enjoy my videos please hit Like and subscribe!
You can see more of my work at Reviewed, a part of USA Today or listen to me on Chorus Radio.
For more than a decade, my reviews of gadgets, electronics, smartphones and video games have aired across national television airwaves. Now I'm bringing my love of technology online to share with my subscribers.
Thank you for all your support! Remember, if you enjoy my videos please hit Like and subscribe!
You can see more of my work at Reviewed, a part of USA Today or listen to me on Chorus Radio.
God of War Ragnarok Review - More of the Same?
Expectations are high for God of War Ragnarok! ! Did Santa Monica Studio play it safe with this sequel, or did they push the limits of this blockbuster franchise? Mike Yawney reviews the PS5 version
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Lomi Review - Turn Table Scraps into Soil in Hours? Really?!
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Can a countertop machine really turn food scraps into soil in just a few hours? Mike Yawney puts Lomi to the test!
Nanoleaf Lines Review - What You Need to Know Before Buying
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These trendy light panels are popping up just about everywhere! Just how easy are they to install, and are they worth the high price point?
Horizon Forbidden West Review - Why It’s a Must Play!
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The highly anticipated follow-up to Horizon Zero Dawn is here, but can developer Guerrilla Games live up to the high expectations fans have for the sequel? Watch Mike Yawney's review of Horizon Forbidden West on Playstation 5
Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection Review - Uncharted at its BEST!
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One of Playstation's most popular franchises gets an overhaul to take full advantage of the Playstation 5's powerful hardware, but is it worth paying for if you've already played the game? Mike Yawney reviews Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection for the Playstation 5
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Review - Worth the Upgrade?
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Amazon's latest Paperwhite Signature has some nice features, but is it worth splurging over the regular Paperwhite standard edition? Mike Yawney reviews this latest reader and shows what you'll be missing out on if you choose to save a few bucks
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart Review | Next-Gen Wonder
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This long awaited Playstation 5 exclusive is a testament as to what true next-gen gaming has to offer. See why Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart is already a contender for Game of the Year.
Green Hell Review - Xbox Series X - Survivalist Heaven
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Green Hell could very well be the ultimate open-world survival game, but wait until you see what happened after nearly 30 hours of play! In my 15 years of reviewing games, I have never once had this happen to me in a console game! Reviewed on Xbox Series X.
Kobo Elipsa Review - For Hardcore Readers
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The Kobo Elipsa is the first Kobo eReader with a stylus. While it has some interesting features, it's not for everyone. I reviewed the Elipsa before it hit stores. Here is my early review!
Biomutant Review - Worth The Wait?
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It's one of the most unique games to be released in years. There's no denying Biomutant is an ambitious title, but after four years of development will gamers be happy with the end result? Is it worth the wait? Reviewed on Xbox One. Also available on PS4 and PC.
Subnautica Below Zero Review - Worth The Plunge?
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This highly-anticipated sequel has some new elements, but it certainly feels very much like the original. Is Subnautica Below Zero worth diving into? Reviewed on Xbox Series X. Also Available on PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch and PC
Sonos Roam Review - The Ultimate Summer Speaker?
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Sonos makes some pretty bold claims about its new Roam portable speaker. Can you get 10 hours of battery life on a single charge? Just how "waterproof" is it? And is it really "The best sounding ultra-portable speaker ever Made"? Watch my review to find out if the Sonos Roam is the ultimate summer speaker!
Apple AirTag Review | The Must Have Tracker?
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Can Apple beat Tile in the tracking game? I put Apple's AirTag to the test to see just how well it performs. It has some clever tricks, but not everyone will see this as the next "must have" Apple product.
Surface Laptop 4 Review | The Ultimate Work From Home Laptop?
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Microsoft's Surface Laptop 4 is a huge step forward compared to the Surface Laptop 3. This could be the perfect work from home laptop, but a few small details may have been overlooked.
How to Unlock ALL Content Paramount+ Canada
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Missing shows on your Paramount app in Canada? License restrictions prevent many popular shows from appearing north of the border. I show you how to unlock it all.
Xbox Wireless Headset Review | Affordable...But Any Good?
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Xbox Wireless Headset Review | Affordable...But Any Good?
Balan Wonderworld Review | Lost in Translation?
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Balan Wonderworld Review | Lost in Translation?
It Takes Two Review | The Perfect Co-op Rom Com?
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It Takes Two Review | The Perfect Co-op Rom Com?
Ring Video Doorbell Wired Review (2021) - What's Missing?
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Ring Video Doorbell Wired Review (2021) - What's Missing?
How to get Hulu and Discovery+ in Canada
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How to get Hulu and Discovery in Canada
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury Review - A Purr-fect Combo?
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Super Mario 3D World Bowser's Fury Review - A Purr-fect Combo?
Galaxy S21 Review: What You Need to Know Before Buying or Upgrading
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Galaxy S21 Review: What You Need to Know Before Buying or Upgrading
MicroLED, Mini-LED or OLED evo - What you need to know when buying a new TV
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MicroLED, Mini-LED or OLED evo - What you need to know when buying a new TV
Cyberpunk 2077 Review - Is it Really that Bad?
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Cyberpunk 2077 Review - Is it Really that Bad?
The Best Video Games to Play Together as a Family
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The Best Video Games to Play Together as a Family
im trying to watch roadkill and other motor shows from what was previously motortrend on demand. but ever since they moved to discovery + i havent been able to watch it with just a VPN. Discovery really hates money i guess since theyre making it extremely hard to use their services outside the US. i might try this. alot of steps but if it works it might be worth it. also this is the only video ive found that doesnt just say "use a VPN idiot". no one else seem to have bothered trying to get it to work with just a VPN. thanks for your efforts. :)
"Just stumbled upon the Nanoleaf patent discussion. It's a stark reminder of the legal complexities that innovators face in the tech industry. Let's hope for a solution that supports both innovation and fair competition."
If I mention to my nan, what is minecraft. She probably thinks it was a disaster in Wales in the 60s
It's almost September 2023. I spent weeks of painstakingly watching video reviews of multiple devices that I thought might be the right fit for me. Ultimately, I decided to purchase this device. Not, the 2E. THIS DEVICE. I honestly can't wait for it to arrive. And, once it does... After I've experienced the device personally [ 2 years after launch] I'll return here with my thoughts. I think there's a serious misconception about what this device is & what it actually is capable of.
This is the second home in which ua-cam.com/users/postUgkx0jZ_lGlDVJhDnmagEU8gn47cmfPNlLQU we've replaced our "regular" doorbell with a Ring video doorbell and we really enjoy it. It is very easy to install and it works very well, with a clear picture through the app and good in-home use (we added the chime, which is also easy to install and doesn't require another thought to use).
Well I don’t want a massive box that has to be recharged attached to my doorframe, I want a discrete button, and a camera. The wired model is perfect for that!
How do ring chime work
3:34 That's just one of the concerns with the standard nanoleaf mounting tape. I remember when I first put up my 5 kit of shapes hexagon with the included tape, they all fell after like a month of hanging on the wall (not necessarily fell, but rather slid a little). I replaced the included tape with some cheap looking tape I found in my house and they have hung no problem for about a year (that was when I decided to expand my setup and took them down myself).
Can I use my existing mechanical door chime with my wired Ring if I don't use the jumper?
The screen in this particular model is frozen, how to fix the issue??
Has this changed? I thought the US models comes with jumper cables to allow it to work with existing doorbell chimes?
The jumper wire essentially disables your original doorbell. The jumper in essence uses that extra voltage/power to make certain the Ring doorbell has enough power/voltage to keep from dropping out the Ring. Wired existing doorbells have a transformer that knocks your 120 volts down to 12, 16, 18, or 24 volts. (good luck finding that transformer) To cover all the bases the Ring bell can operate from 12v to 24 volts. The jumper wire precludes power that may be needed to make old doorbell go ding dong.
Everyone has different needs, or wants. I found the basic ring doorbell to be sufficient without purchasing any of the accessories and I purchased it from Woot for less than $30.00. A routine can be written to sound a doorbell chime and have Alexa say most any thing you want. Two way talk is there. Motion sensing with notifications. Pretty much all of the basic stuff. For me, spending more money would have been a waste.
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Just purchase it… Great review !!!❤
So there is no way to make your homes chime work with this model?
I guess now I know that Atreus is playable… Why would you even show this in a review… so stupid…
for real im legit kinda pissed
No need. That is at the beginning of the game :you have no idea what’s coming…
It always confuses me how every time a new Cod releases, people consider it a fresh new title, despite it being the exact same as the last one with just changing the world to make people believe it's different- And when God of War Ragnarok ends up being like it's predecessor, people cry like crazy, calling it an overpriced DLC
its not a product cheap...and there better option as philips or govee
"Nanoleaf products ARENT cheap"
Phillips lights aren't as colorful and bright compared to nanoleaf and lifx
I'm sorry but nintendo switch have many family friendly games
Yes! Nintendo has a lot of family-friendly games! Even more now than when this video was originally posted
Playing sackboys big adventure fun
@@jamesboyer8596 sackboy PS exclusive.
Don't use words like "cheap" for something excessively over priced. Please... You sound like a bad salesman...
Why would you plug the Nanoleaf Plug, on the top plug wall electrical plug, removing the ability to use the secondary plug? Like ... is this the first time you ever plugged something in on a wall outlet?
I’m having trouble making my lines react to sound, how do I do that?
Dose this work if I’m in any country?
No, it doesn't. These people are idiots. Not only you need a "safe and secure" VPN to bypass it, but you need a US bank account as well...
Exceedingly stupid questions! Why buy it if you have a green bin? Isn't that the point of a green bin, to deliver your household compostable waste to a central composite site? What is the point of pre-composting they waste prior to putting it in a green bin?
Couple of reasons. First, it gets rid of the smell. Since it’s quite dry it won’t stink up your bin. Second, it dramatically reduces the volume of the waste. Grass clippings alone can fill up your bin. This allows you to continue to compost with a fraction of the footprint.
Andoid pls
Any option/solution for nighttime reading since it doesn't have the blue light blocking option?
When wiring your device, be sure to rap wire clockwise around screws….not the way you did it!
Not everyone needs all these extras
Thanks for the review! Noticed Wheel of Time for the demos. How does x-ray do for the series?
Great review but I would like to know how much electricity it uses (Watts)?
Thanks for this review Mike! I'd seen the ads and was wondering about the Lomi as well. I feel far more informed on the product now to make a decision on picking one up or not. Keep up the great work!
I smashed all my ring cameras with a 12 lb hammer cause that's how good ring is
Android?
What if you dont have any doorbell at your home period????
Then you would use the chime kit or an Amazon Alexa device (or even your smartphone) so you can hear when someone approaches the door
Great review, informative and entertaining. Subscribed, please keep up the great work.
The Minnesota winter killed the battery in my ring doorbell. An option without a battery is absolutely necessary. To me this is totally worth it.
Is there another stylus that could be used or a screen protector to keep the screen from getting scratched up?
Agreed.. the case, while protective - is something I remove when I start reading because I'm not an uber-buff caveman. Or maybe I am a caveman cause I haven't figured out HOW to origami the sleep-cover into something useful. And I just read, I don't tap on words, don't feel compelled to scribble or so on things so the stylus is similarly just fluff.
Doesn't work with your chime box AT ALL!
It would be great if these nano lights could somehow connect with the Hue Media Sync Box
Is there an option for using my "Mechanical" existing doorbell chime with this product? Someone mentioned there was an option in the manual?
I’m in the UK and the smart reply and leave a message options work perfectly.
Can this version be used for apartments?? I don’t have an existing wiring setup
I love kobo elipsa
Not scratches, tip residew.
Amazon is doing 50% off this model so I nabed one
We still play the Wii, it's been the best console for my family - the PS4 our biggest mistake.
My wires to my house are too short. What do you recommend I do?
you didn't factor in the ever running subscription fee too l😆
What zip code do you use when making a paramount + USA account? Also I keep getting errors. Saying could not create your account, please try again later
^ Same
@@tomasmolinaro1682 did you work it out?
@@kyresehalliwell5364 Yes I got my friend who has an American bank account yo pay for it. Then it worked. Thanks!