Sony MZ-RH10 Hi-MD Minidisc Recorder OLED Screen Replacement sjm4306 2026-09-18 | Sony MZ-RH10 Hi-MD Minidisc Recorder OLED Screen Replacement
Pecsu G5 5 LCD Android MP3 Player Review sjm4306 2022-12-08 | Check out the G5 here: amazon.com/dp/B0BFD5C6PBOr check out the previous model shown in the video, the P5S here: amazon.com/dp/B0B5TZ3QF5?ref=myi_title_dpQuick spec list:- 5" 854x480 LCD- Octocore CPU- 32GB internal flash- 3GB RAM- Android 8- Dual band Wifi- Bluetooth 5.0- Up to 1TB Micro SD Card- 2000mAh Battery- USB C for charging/data- Google Play Store!!!!- Quick record buttonI'm a huge fan of portable audio devices and when Pecsu sent me their last model, the P5S, I instantly fell in love with it. It's all the best parts of my android phone, minus the cellular connection and monthly bill. I concluded in the review for that model that it was almost perfect in my eyes and just about the perfect android mp3 player in my opinion. A few months have passed and when Pecsu reached out to me to see if I was interested in their new model, the G5, I honestly couldn't have been more excited to see what the next step up would be. In this video we do a quick unboxing and review of the G5 in comparison to the P5S to see what's changed, what's improved, and what's gotten worse.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Acuity Serena TWS ANC Bluetooth Earbuds Review sjm4306 2022-10-07 | Check the Acuity Serena out here: serenaearbuds.com/products/serena-earbuds-world-s-best-active-noise-canceling-wireless-budsOk before you burn me at the stake for yet another bluetooth earbud review just hear me out (get it?)! I think the most used electronic device I own other than my phone is bluetooth earbuds. I literally always have a pair ready to go in my pocket almost 24/7. So when this company reached out to me to see if I wanted to review their new set I of course obliged. The main differentiating selling point of the Acuity Serena buds is their touted long battery life and super ANC (active noise cancellation). These were sent to me before they even had the commercial packaging ready so I'll consider these like an early pre-release review sample. Keeping in mind the pre-order for these will you back $70, while their normal price post launch will be $150, let's see if they are worth the hype and earn a spot in my everyday carry kit.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Flying Bear Laserman Laser Engraver Review sjm4306 2022-10-04 | Check out the Flying Bear site: 3dflyingbear.com/products/flying-bear-laserman-laser-engraver?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=kol&utm_campaign=laserman&utm_term=ytb+sjm4306&tempUniqueId=11380TUnYvmuuPromo code: YT5And the Laserman Amazon sales page: amazon.com/dp/B0B1F8MCH8?ref=myi_title_dp&tempUniqueId=11380TURFBzUz&utm_medium=email&email=sjm4306%40gmail.com&mailUuid=c5e12aaeeef646f79a6676ee46685ad9&LeadsCloudMailGroupSendingSingleShow=1&th=1Pew Pew!!! I love lasers and I love cutting so when Flying Bear reached out to see if I wanted to check out their new Laserman laser engraver I was all too happy to play with it. I already have a number of hours of experience with my current Atomstack M40 so let's see if the Laserman makes the cut ... get it? With a handful of new features like wifi/sd cutting, a color touch screen, fire sensor, rotary attachment, and last but definitely not least the built in smoke ventilation/filter I'm excited to see what kind of user experience ~$300 gets you. Is it worth a spot on your bench? Watch to find out.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Tiksounds S50 Bluetooth Earbuds Review sjm4306 2022-09-27 | Check out the S50 here: amazon.com/dp/B0B5GRFDNG?ref=myi_title_dpA huge part of my life is audio, it literally keeps me sane. So when Tiksounds reached out to see if I wanted to check out their new model, the S50 I was of course interested. On paper it looks solid, 6 hour runtime (40 hours with case), IPX7 water proof, and bluetooth 5.3. Let's take a look at what your $20 gets you (the price honestly surprised me for what you are getting).------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Andonstar AD207 Digital Microscope Review sjm4306 2022-09-21 | Check the AD207 out here: amazon.com/dp/B08SCCLV8P?th=1I've been using my Andonstar AD407 digital microscope for the past 2 years and I cant tell you how many times it's come in handy for inspecting faulty solder joints and in general for reading part numbers off of tiny components. So when Andonstar reached out to me to see if I wanted to check out their new lower priced scope I was definitely keen. The only major differences I can see between the 207 and 407 is about $100 in price (depending on sales this fluctuates), glossy vs matte lcds, and the former lacking hdmi video output while the latter has a mini hdmi port. Other than that they both have very similar features including recording hd video/pics to micro sd, 7" hd lcds, ir remotes, adjustable led lighting, and solid metal construction. So let's see what this ~$150 digital microscope can do and if it's worth going for the lower or higher end models.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
AGPTEK T06S 4 Android MP3 Player Review sjm4306 2022-09-19 | Check out the AGPTEK T06S here: amazon.com/dp/B09TRD3J8K?ref=myi_title_dpI'm loving these android based portable mp3 players! So when AGPTEK offered to send me their new model I of course got excited. In a nutshell, this is basically what iPod Touches are to iPhones but in the android ecosystem (a modern smartphone without the phone). Seriously, I really hope companies like AGPTEK keep improving the formula and coming out with new models!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
CableCreation 7-in-1 Multiport Type-C Portable Dock Review sjm4306 2022-09-06 | Check it out here: bit.ly/3AXMdRUDon't forget to use code SJMCD0754 at checkout for an additional 20% off!I have a pretty big problem when it comes to my laptop. It has 3 type-c ports ... and no other connectivity for data! This has meant that up to now I have had to carry a bunch of different type-c dongle adapters to interface with all manner of usb devices or hdmi displays. It gets really irritating when I need more than two things plugged in as I cant charge via the ac adapter in that case! I usually have to resort to a messy dongle and hub centipede monstrosity in those situations with multiple points of failure.So when CableCreation reached out to send in one of their portable hub/dock solutions I was keen on seeing how well it would work for my situation. While this is certainly not the cheapest solution out there for usb hubs coming in around $50, if this works and solves my dongle infestation problem it'll be well worth it in my book.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
CXK T12 Pro Bluetooth 5.3 Earbuds Review sjm4306 2022-08-16 | Check the T12 Pro out here: amazon.com/dp/B0B42MQQDL?th=1It's another true wireless earbud review! This time with a wireless charging case very reminiscent of a certain company named after a fruit. Anyway let's see what your $30 gets you.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
KO-STAR T10 Bluetooth 5.0 Wireless Earbuds Review sjm4306 2022-08-15 | Check out the KO-STAR T10 here: amazon.com/dp/B0B3891TX9?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsDon't forget to click the $10 off coupon below the price on the amazon listing (valid till 8/21)!Hope you guys like wireless bluetooth earbud reviews because I happen to have a few upcoming! I was contacted by KO-STAR to check out their new T10 model and the timing was great because my Mom's set I gave her are on their last legs after about a year of heavy use so these will be going to her. The catch is she hates the sealing kind so this pair that just sits loosely in your ears should fit the bill. Let's see what your $30 gets you (or $20 if you use the coupon available at the time of this upload).------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Worlds Best MP3 Player?!?! Pecsu P5S 5 IPS Android MP3 Player Review sjm4306 2022-08-08 | Check out the Pecsu P5S here: amazon.com/dp/B0B5TZ3QF5?ref=myi_title_dpQuick spec list:- 5" 854x480 IPS LCD- Octocore CPU- 32GB internal flash- 3GB RAM- Android 8- Dual band Wifi- Bluetooth 5.0- Up to 1TB Micro SD Card- 2500mAh Battery- Two headphone jacks!- USB C for charging/data- Install your own APKs!!!!So I think android based mp3 players have the potential to be among the best standalone audio players, offering the best flexibility/expandability/performance when compared to conventional players with much more rudimentary os's. When Pecsu reached out to show off their new model I was very keen to review it, so huge thanks for them sending one in for us to take a look at. At $80 for the upgraded P5S model, it's not a cheap player but given the spec list this should be quite capable! So lets give it the full run through and see how it performs in some real world testing!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
IEsafy 26800mAh Solar Powerbank Review sjm4306 2022-08-08 | Check it out here: poweraddmall.com/collections/power-bank/products/solar-charger-26800mahDon't forget to use the code outdoor for $30 off while it lasts!!!I absolutely love my 30W poweradd powerbank (it's still going strong after about a year of heavy use). Unfortuantely it looks like that model is no longer being manufactured though. So when poweradd offered to send in their new model, a solar powerbank, I was happy to test whether the 4 onboard foldout solar panels would be practical and if it would live up to its 26,800mAh rating. So let's take a look at what your $50 gets you (well I guess $20 with the code above while supplies last).------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
EKSA H5 Telecom Bluetooth Headset Review sjm4306 2022-08-04 | Check EKSA out here: Amazon: amazon.com/dp/B09WRLHM28?ref=myi_title_dpOfficial website: eksatelecom.com/collections/all-headsets/products/eksatelecom-h5-bluetooth-computer-headsetAliExpress: aliexpress.com/item/1005004246825892.htmlEKSA wholesale: eksatelecom.com/pages/become-our-resellerI've reviewed a few EKSA headphones in the recent past so when they offered to send in their new telecom H5 headset I was interested in their branching out beyond their usual gaming oriented models. Let's take a look at what you ~$50 gets you and if it's any good for making voice calls and/or listening to audio.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
JNEESYAN 20000mAH Solar Powerbank with Flashlight Review sjm4306 2022-07-29 | Check it out here: amazon.com/dp/B0B3N176LG?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsSo I'll begin with the fact that I'm generally skeptical of solar powerbanks, there's more than a few articles and videos online about how practically useless they are given the relatively low efficiency of consumer small solar panels. However I thought I'd give this guy a chance and see if it would at least make a good emergency flashlight that happens to be able to charge a phone or two at the same time. Upon receiving it though, I was surprised by how light it was compared to the rated capacity. So let's actually put it through some tests to see if you are getting what you pay for.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
YeHua Q5R1 Wireless HDMI Transmitter and Receiver Review sjm4306 2022-07-26 | Check out the YeHua Q5R1 here: amazon.com/Wireless-Transmitter-YEHUA-Streaming-Projector/dp/B09ZQMQBN5Don't forget to use the code US5DYK01 to receive an additional 5% off!I've always wanted to try out one of these wireless hdmi transmitters/receivers so when YeHua reached out to me to offer one for review I jumped at the chance. In this video we give it a test using my ps4 as well as casting some ps2 gameplay from my note 20 ultra. Let's see what the usable transmission distance is as well as if the latency and quality are suitable for playing games.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Apexel NV008 Digital Night Vision Binocular Review and Teardown! sjm4306 2022-07-25 | Check out the Apexel NV008 Night Vision Binoculars here: shopapexel.com/products/apexel-nv008-night-vision-binocularsThanks to Apexel for kindly sending in this tech for review. In a past video I took a look at a 2nd hand analog NV monocular and I was fascinated with how it worked. In this video we explore a modern digital counterpart. Let's see what your ~$200 (currently on sale at $180) gets you and how practical it'd be to use for the intended hunting/outdoors applications. As a bonus at the end of the video we tear it down to see what goodies are inside!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
VRURC 10,000mAh 22.5W Powerbank with Built-in Cables and Wall Charger! sjm4306 2022-07-25 | Check it out here: amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2QTQLNMI absolutely love the powerbank VRURC sent in about a year ago, it's earned a permanent place in my backpack as an everyday carry. It's come in handy more times than I can count and its convinced me that the things it gets oh so right (built in cords with several plugs and ac charging prongs) should be a part of every modern powerbank! So when they offered to send in their newest model I was keen. Let's see what's changed and what's stayed the same for this model and if it earns its pricepoint.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Random Quick Laser Cutting Cardboard Video! sjm4306 2022-07-22 | Just playing with my diode laser engraver to cut some stackable cardboard parts storage containers I designed in solidworks.Laser Cut DXF, SVG and NC files here: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AoDGxdZES2gugZU1waYg0B3zdywSkw?e=zYXJd5(Use/modify at your own risk, I'm not responsible for fire risk of cutting cardboard with a laser. Use proper safety equipment and common sense!)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
New Prototypes from JLCPCB for Future Projects sjm4306 2022-07-18 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. $2 for 1-4 layer PCBs, PCB assembly from $0: jlcpcb.com/DYESo I usually show off complete, fully working projects but I figured I'd give you guys a peek at what happens behind the veil so to speak. Here's two projects I am currently working on and let's just say that not everything goes to plan. Let me know if you guys have any thoughts or suggestions as I'm still in the early design phase so changes can be incorporated quite easily at this point.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Boean 65W QC 5 Port Portable USB Charger Review sjm4306 2022-07-17 | Check it out here: amazon.com/dp/B09PG2PYN9(Make sure to apply any available coupons listed under the price!)Boean has kindly sent in their tiny but powerful 65W usb qc charger for review, so in this video let's take a look at plugging in a bunch of power hungry devices to see what your ~$40 gets you!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Wow Phinistec actually listened to my suggestions!!!! sjm4306 2022-07-16 | Sorry for the text at the bottom, after filming I realized I'd be exposing my contact's email and I didn't want to accidentally dox them.This very rarely happens, a manufacturer watched my review video and took my criticisms to heart so they could fix them and issue a firmware update, all within a week of me posting my video!!! Huge kudos to Phinistec, they really took the feedback to heart in order to improve their product.Here's the firmware update file: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AoDGxdZES2gugZRTGW4o41I--rArnA?e=kUKsJv(as always execute at your own risk, I am not liable for any bricks from running this update)And here's where you can buy this player:Check it out here with extra 64GB micro sd card: amazon.com/dp/B09WVN9XHCWithout micro sd card:amazon.com/dp/B09WVH5YMX------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Exprotrek 4K Wifi Action Camera Review sjm4306 2022-07-13 | Check it out here: exprotrek.net/english/exprotrek-4k-action-camera-with-touch-screen-eis-adjustable-view-angle-40m-waterproof-underwater-camera-remote-control-sports-camera-with-helmet-accessories-kit.htmlDon't forget to use the discount code: SJM20 for an extra $20 off when purchasing from their site!!!Also available through their amazon store: amazon.com/dp/B09BTQLSKM/?&tag=sjm43060f-20amazon.com/dp/B09PF3P73Y/?&tag=sjm43060f-20Full disclosure, I receive a commission for sales through the links above.And finally here are Exprotrek's social media to keep up with their products:Our Facebook link is: facebook.com/exprotrekOur Instagram link is: instagram.com/exprotrekI was contacted by Exprotrek, a manufacturer of action cams, to see if I wanted to check out their new model. This tiny guy differs in a few ways from previous actions cams I've reviewed, the most noticeable being the dual front and rear facing screens. Let's see what your ~$110 gets you and if it can live up to the 4k hype!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
EKSA E900DL Wired Headphones with 3.5mm jack, USB and Mic sjm4306 2022-07-12 | Check the EKSA E900DL out here: amazon.com/dp/B092HV2L2H?ref=myi_title_dpEKSA sent in yet another pair of headphones to review so let's go! This time it's their budget model, coming in at just under $40 as of the posting of this video. Let's see how it stacks up against the past few pairs of EKSA's I've used and if it's worth the asking price.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Phinistec 32GB Bluetooth MP3 Player with Incredible Battery! sjm4306 2022-07-11 | Check it out here with extra 64GB micro sd card: amazon.com/dp/B09WVN9XHCWithout micro sd card:amazon.com/dp/B09WVH5YMXPhinistec kindly offered to send me their new mp3 player and you know how I feel about mp3 players! This guy has some beefy specs to match its beefy build. I swear the industrial, retro futuristic design is aimed right at my demographic lol. So let's see if the Chungus of all Chungus nuggets can live up to the hype.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
How to Test and Drive VFDs (feat. my VFD Experimenter Board) sjm4306 2022-06-28 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. $2 for 1-4 layer PCBs, PCB assembly from $0: jlcpcb.com/DYEIn this video we take a look at how VFDs (Vacuum Fluorescent Displays) work and most importantly how to test/drive them. I demonstrate using a 16 digit 14 segment tube I pulled from a credit card pos machine I tore down in a past video. We also take a close look at the venerable IV-22 tube and talk about my plans for 8 of them.Design files for the VFD Experimenter Demo'd in this video will be posted here soon.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
iPazzPort Wireless Lavalier Mic Review (and Mod) sjm4306 2022-06-27 | Check it out here: amazon.com/iPazzPort-Wireless-Microphone-Recording-Reduction/dp/B09XTRBXRGiPazzport is having a Amazon Primeday Sale!!! amazon.com/s?me=A114NNDZXPI2CS&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER Don't forget to use the discount code XG4I6LGF for 30% off!!!iPazzPort kindly sent a new product in for review and this time it's not one of their wireless keypads I so love! Let's take a look at their new 2.4GHz wireless lavalier microphone. The only issue is they sent me the lightning version and I'm not really into the apple ecosystem! So let's figure out a way to test this and possibly mod it to work with my android phone!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
RICILAR CR612 4K Wifi GPS Dashcam Review sjm4306 2022-06-20 | Check out the RICILAR CR612 here (use code FB45 for 45% off while it lasts or SHAWN35 for 35% discount!): ricilar.com/products/cr612-front-and-rear-dash-camIn this video we take a look at a new 4K dashcam Ricilar kindly sent in for review. The CR612 has all the bells and whistles you'd expect given the ~$160 pricetag: Sony low light image sensors (4K front and 2K rear), wifi, gps, 2" onboard lcd, works with up to 256GB micro sd card, etc. Let's see if the performance makes this guy a necessary upgrade or one to pass on.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Laser Cut Kumiko Style LED Lamp sjm4306 2022-05-25 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. $2 for 1-4 layer PCBs, PCB assembly from $0: jlcpcb.com/DYESo I've been busy learning the in's and out's of my new laser engraver. While browsing online I came across some beautiful Japanese paper and wood lanterns and knew exactly what I wanted my first big project with my laser to be. In this video we take a look at the design, process, failures and final resulting lamp.Grab the design files here: hackaday.io/project/185495-laser-cut-kumiko-style-wood-and-paper-led-lamp------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Sony MZ-R900 Minidisc Recorder Maintenance sjm4306 2022-05-23 | It's been awhile since I last used this particular portable minidisc player and last week when I tried to play a disc it had trouble playing tracks so let's pop her open and perform a long overdue maintenance to see if we can fix the issue.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
OneOdio Monitor 60 Wired Over Ear Headphone Review sjm4306 2022-05-20 | Check out the OneOdio Monitor 60 here: Monitor 60Website product link: bit.ly/36KpttU20% Discount(Website): MONITOR20US Amazon: amazon.com/OneOdio-Monitor-Professional-Studio-Headphones/dp/B096SJSBXCUK Amazon: amazon.co.uk/OneOdio-Professional-Headphones-Comfortable-Mastering/dp/B096SJSBXCSome of my favorite items to review are audio products and I'll be honest, I can never have too many headphones for every situation/occasion. So I was keen when OneOdio kindly sent their Monitor 60 headphones in for review, so let's take a look at what you are getting for your $80 investment.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
AGPTEK A19X 32GB Bluetooth MP3 Player Review sjm4306 2022-05-16 | Check out the AGPTEK A19X here: amzn.to/3lcbHUjAGPTEK was kind enough to send in this mp3 player for me to review. Long time viewers of the channel will know that I'm a long time fan of dedicated mp3 players. And in timely fashion, just in time for the discontinuation of the last ipod model, I take a look at a dedicated mp3 player in 2022 where many would just reach for a smart phone and stream music. So how does this model stack up in real world use? Is it compelling enough to warrant shelling out the $44 price of admission? Watch to find out!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
VacPen: Part 2 - Finished! 3D Printed Case and Demo sjm4306 2022-05-10 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. $2 for 1-4 layer PCBs, PCB assembly from $0: jlcpcb.com/DYEI know it's been awhile since the last video I made on this project. Sometimes you start a project with so much energy and then just get bogged down with life and other projects till your enthusiasm just wanes. I spent quite a bit of time trying to design a really fancy 3D printed case for the VacPen that I could see the feature creep starting to loom so I decided to just go simple and functional so I could wrap this project up and use it. So this version is more a prototype than a finished commercial looking device. The case could use some screws, integrated pcb mounting to utilize the onboard touch sensing pad and most importantly a better battery enclosure method. But I just wanted something done now to help assemble pcbs that will arrive very soon so let's wrap this project up and leave improvements for version 2.0!Check out the design files on the project page here: hackaday.io/project/185300-vacpen------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Vimtag G3 Wifi Camera Review sjm4306 2022-04-19 | Check out the Vimtag G3 here: amzn.to/36ybdUYIn this video we take a look at a wifi camera Vimtag kindly sent in for review. Given the $30 pricetag I'll be honest I had pretty low expectations but the onboard SD card slot alone gives this model a huge leg up compared to other big brand models that lock you to their cloud subscriptions. Let's see the image quality, how painless/painful using the app is, and generally what you are getting for your hard earned $30.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Attiny High Voltage Fuse Reset-er sjm4306 2022-04-14 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. $2 for 1-4 layer PCBs, PCB assembly from $0: jlcpcb.com/DYEIn my recent projects moving to the Attiny series of microcontrollers, I've found a need to be able to reset chips I've accidentally "bricked" through incorrect fuse settings that prevent low voltage serial programming. So in this video we take a look at a pcb I designed based on work by Paul W (rickety.us/2010/03/arduino-avr-high-voltage-serial-programmer) and Jeff Keyzer (mightyohm.com/blog/2008/09/arduino-based-avr-high-voltage-programmer/). Huge thanks to Paul and Jeff for their software and hardware which this project wouldn't be possible without. In this project I've added to the design to make the unit standalone by utilizing an OLED display for status info and also integrating an interrupt based closed loop PID compensator and boost converter to generate the 12V high voltage required to reset attiny chips. This way, my board is completely standalone and only requires a 5V usb power supply to operate.Board files, modified software and detailed writeup available on the Hackaday.io project page here: hackaday.io/project/184867-attiny-high-voltage-fuse-reset-er.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Flame Bulb Teardown sjm4306 2022-04-03 | Check out similar bulbs here: ebay.us/Ok7VVMSince seeing BigClive's teardown video on one of these flame bulbs I wanted to get one myself to play around with. I'm currently working on a lantern project so this was a perfect time to pick one up as part of my research into circuits that mimic fire. Let's pop this guy open and see what makes it tick.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Yoton 7.5 Portable DVD Player Review and Teardown sjm4306 2022-04-01 | Check it out here: amzn.to/3tZMwcVHow long has it been since you last watched a DVD? Well it's been the good part of a decade for me so let's check out what a portable DVD player from 2021 looks like. Once again thanks to Yoton for sending this guy in for review and sacrifice... erm I mean teardown for our enjoyment!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Boean Bluetooth Smart Watch Review + Teardown sjm4306 2022-03-04 | Check it out here: amazon.com/dp/B09N6VR2TQI've worn a watch on my left wrist almost every day since middle school. It's sort of a ritual by this point where something just feels off on the rare day that I don't have one on. I've had everything from digital rough and tough, stylish analog mechanical, and even a smart bluetooth model. So when Boean contacted me to see if I wanted to test out their new model I was of course interested. First, let's get it out of the way, this is no $300+ apple or samsung cutting edge smart watch. This is a low/midrange model situation somewhere between being part timepiece and part exercise logging companion. The feature set is reflected in the $60 pricetag (which is currently on sale for $50 as of the video upload date). So with all that in mind let's put it through the paces just as any of my other watch's have had to endure. The questions at the top of my list I intend to find out are: How's the included app, is it necessary to use the watch with the app, how's battery life, how well do the advertised features work? Watch to find out my thought's on all these and more.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Laser Engraver Bluetooth Mod sjm4306 2022-02-21 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. JLCPCB Prototype for $2 (Any Color): jlcpcb.com/DYEIn this video we cut the cord ... to my new Atomstack laser engraver! I can already hear the cord aficionados grabbing their pitchforks but just hear me out. I like to run the laser outside where all the nasty fumes can dissipate instead of stinking up my house but the big problem is that means I either need a ridiculously long usb cable or just leave my laptop outside with the engraver, at the mercy of the elements. So I figured it would be nice to be able to run the engraver outside while having the host computer safely sitting by the window connected wirelessly. So let's take a look at the little pcb I've designed to enable this, how it's attached to the laser engraver mobo, along with the necessary software steps to get everything working. In the end we run a quick little test, demonstrating the now wire free laser engraver operating.PCB design files and some more info can be found here: hackaday.io/project/184111-adding-bluetooth-or-wifi-to-laser-engraver------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Nintendo DS Lite Clear Reshell sjm4306 2022-02-05 | Clear Replacement Shells here: ebay.us/pcXFCEIn this video we do a complete reshell of that pink ds lite I recently fixed with the damaged cart pins. It's been awhile since I last did a reshell so let's jump right into the deep end and deal with the nightmare that is ds top display ribbons!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Kovol 120W GaN USB C Charger sjm4306 2022-02-01 | Check it out here: amazon.com/Charger-KOVOL-Compact-Charging-Delivery/dp/B09GXPBVRV?ref_=ast_sto_dpIn this video we take a look at a new usb charger kindly sent in by Kovol. But the catch is that this charger isn't quite like conventional ones on the inside. It uses a new semiconductor technology called GaN which allows higher switching speeds, higher efficiency and higher power density than mosfets. So let's see just how small it is and how much power I can pump out of it.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Eksa E900 Pro 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headphone Review sjm4306 2022-01-31 | Check it out here: eksa.net/products/eksa-e900-pro-7-1-virtual-surround-sound-gaming-headsetEksa was kind enough to send me yet another set of headphones to review. In this video we take a look at the E910's younger and cheaper sibling, the E900 Pro! At roughly half the price how does it compare? For starters the inclusion of a wired analog aux input on the headphones is already an improvement!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Dinto 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Dock Review + Teardown sjm4306 2022-01-27 | Check it out here: amazon.com/Wireless-Charging-Station-Foldable-Airpods/dp/B09JRK9G19/ref=sr_1_4?qid=1642690482&sr=8-4&srs=12580139011&th=1Dinto was kind enough to send this sleek looking Qi wireless charger in for review so let's give it a spin and see what your ~$30 gets you. We also take a peek inside what makes it run.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Kamrui Mini PC Review - Tiny But Can it Emulate PS2? sjm4306 2022-01-24 | Check it out here: amazon.com/dp/B09HY3LG6D?th=1Correction: in the video I misspoke that the price was $250, it's actually $235In this video we take a look at this tiny PC kindly sent in by Kamrui. Quick look at the specs: Quad core Celeron J4125 (up to 2.7GHz), 8GB RAM, 128GB M.2 SSD, Dual Band Wifi, User Upgradable Internal 2.5" SATA Drive. We do a quick unboxing, teardown and then boot it up. Now the burning question I have when looking at how small and low power this little guy is ... can it emulate Playstation 2 games?!?! Let's fire up a few games to see how much torture the Celeron can take!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Project Vacuum Pen: Part 1 - Hardware and Experimentation sjm4306 2022-01-21 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. JLCPCB Prototype for $2 (Any Color): jlcpcb.com/DYEIt was only a matter of time before my soldering escapades led me to this point. Fed up with tweezing tinier and tinier parts onto tightly packed pcbs I seek a way to preserve my sanity. In this video we take a look a the starting point in the process of designing a vacuum pickup tool to help me wrangle those miniature mosfets, those tiny transistors, those little LEDs, those micro ... microcontrollers. I think you get the point anyway, alliteration aside, Let's see what components I plan to use, the pcb I designed to control everything and finally give it a test run.Check out the design files on the project page here: hackaday.io/project/185300-vacpen------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Eksa GT1 Cobra Gaming Bluetooth Earbuds sjm4306 2022-01-19 | Check them out here: eksa.net/products/gt1-true-wireless-gaming-earbudsEksa was kind enough to send me another of their products to review. This time they are a pair of quite alien looking tws bluetooth earbuds (apparently they were going for the cobra look but I just cant get alien out of my head lol). Let's give them a run through and see how they hold up.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Lets Fix: Sad Nintendo DS Lite Wont Read Games sjm4306 2022-01-16 | In this video we start off with a quick unboxing of a package from my friend Dustin. This time he has sent in a DS lite that wont play games. Let's take a look at it and see if we can fix it up!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
iPazzPort 2.4GHz Mini Wireless Keyboard Review sjm4306 2022-01-07 | Check it out here: amzn.to/34i1QXMiPazzPort kindly sent in another of their wireless keyboards for review. I use these little wireless usb keyboards nearly everyday, for everything from navigating my android tv box to search content, to configuring raspberry pi's and even on occasion to control powerpoint presentations! So it's not exaggeration to say I absolutely love how useful they are. Well this guy is one of the cheapest I've seen and from a brand that I've been very happy using in the past so let's see if this $17 wireless keyboard earns its keep in my edc backpack.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
DIY Tiny RGB LED Matrices (New Years Special!!!) sjm4306 2021-12-31 | To start off, thanks to the video sponsor: JLCPCB for sponsoring this project. JLCPCB Prototype for $2 (Any Color): jlcpcb.com/DYEIn this video we take a look at a recent project of mine that's been in development for quite awhile (mostly waiting for parts to arrive from overseas). If you are a fan of the channel you know I'm no stranger to making and programming my own custom displays. So in this video we take a look at two such displays I've designed just in time for the new year! I really hope these displays don't end with a bang like the year's end.Check out the project writeup and grab the design files here: hackaday.io/project/183387-tileable-tiny-8x8-sk6805-rgb-matrix------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Quickbit: 3D Printing a Resuctioning Ring for a Sucky Suction Cup that No Longer Suctions sjm4306 2021-12-17 | I really don't know how to better explain ... the title says it all. Anyway 3D CAD and printers make rapid prototyping quick fixes super ... well quick and easy.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Panasonic Shockwave SL-SW405 Portable CD Player Teardown and Clean sjm4306 2021-12-11 | I found this guy at a thrift store for around $4 so let's take a look inside, give it a good clean and test.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I've posted a link for Ebay purchase referrals. If you use the link below then I get a small kickback from your purchase (it will cost you nothing, I just get paid for referring customers).ebay.us/J8FqJgSpecial thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicMy RGB Gameboy Backlight Controller is now available at http://www.roarkesretrocorner.com!!!Use the code SJM (all caps) to receive 10% off of your order!ICStation Affiliate Link: http://www.icstation.com/index.php?aid=212Code: sjmics Discount Amount: 15% off Max Use: 1 (one for per user) Amount Limit: 300Consider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
Atomstack A5 M40 Laser Engraver Review sjm4306 2021-12-10 | Buy your Pew Pew LAZOR here: AmazonUse code 10sjm4306 for a 10% off coupon, valid from 12/07/20219:00 AMPST to 01/05/202211:59 PMPST;Link: bit.ly/atomstack_a5_m40WebsiteUse code sjm4306 for a 10% off couponLink: bit.ly/Laser_engraver_a5_m40Full Disclosure: Purchasing from either of the above links will give me a commission from the sale which will be used to support future content on this channelI'MA FIRIN' MAH LA... erm I mean hi everyone, in today's video let's look at this new laser engraver kindly sent in by Atomstack! We do a little unboxing, a little assembly, a little testing and finally a little zapping some test materials. Let's see what you get in this kit and what it can do.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Special thanks to Eric Skiff for freely providing the music used in this video off his album Resistor Anthems. His music can be found at http://ericskiff.com/musicConsider supporting me on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/sjm4306
