Knocki Review
Knocki turns any surface into a remote control: tap or knock on it and the device translates that into actions. It raised over US$1.1 million on Kickstarter in 2016 but, after delays, only shipped in April 2019.
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Ugreen HDMI 2.1 Switch
The Ugreen HDMI 2.1 Switch takes two inputs and outputs one, retailing standalone for S$29.99 without cables. It supports HDMI 2.1 resolutions up to 8K at 60Hz and 4K at 144Hz, in a solid aluminium-alloy shell.
QNAP TS-464 Review
The QNAP TS-464 is the latest 4-bay NAS and successor to the TS-453D. The TS-464-4G, with 4GB of RAM, retails for S$929 and runs on a quad-core Intel Celeron processor, shipping with cables and mounting screws.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Clear Case with MagSafe
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Clear Case with MagSafe is S$75, or S$67.41 on the EPP. I ordered on launch day and DHL delivered the next; it won't fit the iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Singtel iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, 14 Pro, And 14 Pro Max Price Plans
A rundown of Singtel's price plans for the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, and 14 Pro Max, launching 16th September 2022. The mini is gone, replaced by the new 14 Plus variant.
DreameBot L10s Ultra Review
The DreameBot L10s Ultra is Dreame's flagship robot cleaner. Dreame is part of the Xiaomi ecosystem, distributed exclusively in Singapore by Dasher. It retails for S$1,599, Shopee-exclusive until end September 2022, with early-bird pricing lower.
Roborock G10 Review
The Roborock G10 launched in Singapore on 7th July 2022 with an RRP of S$1,699, though double-digit sales days routinely bring it far lower, to around S$999.90 on both Shopee and Lazada.
eero Pro 6 Review
After more than five years on my first-generation eero, I upgraded to the Wi-Fi 6 eero Pro 6. I grabbed a discounted 3-pack for US$389, well below the usual US$599, shipped to Singapore via HopShopGo.
Ugreen DigiNest Pro Power Strip
The Ugreen DigiNest Pro Power Strip retails for S$169.99 and is likely Ugreen's first with three AC ports, three USB-C, and one USB-A. Note the AC ports use North American and Japanese Type A plugs.
Apple MagSafe Battery Pack
The Apple MagSafe Battery Pack retails for S$139 and adds 40% to 70% extra charge. Its 1,460mAh cell charges wirelessly at 15W when plugged in, and it stops at 90% to protect battery health.
Flipper Zero
Flipper Zero is a portable multi-tool for tinkering with radio protocols and access-control systems. It smashed its Kickstarter goal in 2020, raising nearly US$4.9 million. As an early bird, I paid US$119 before shipping was even sorted.
Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor (JPN500)
A sign of getting older: needing a blood pressure monitor after my health checkup flagged me as High-Normal and warned me to watch my salt. So I got the Omron Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor (JPN500).
Apple 14″ MacBook Pro (2021)
My last personal laptop was a 2008 MacBook Pro; since then I've used work machines and a hand-me-down. After 14 years, I finally bought my own again, choosing the base-model 14-inch MacBook Pro (2021).
Ugreen 200W Desktop Charger
The Ugreen 200W Desktop Charger is the brand's first 200W unit, with six ports, four USB-C and two USB-A. As one of few 200W chargers around, it is priced steeply at S$279.99 with free shipping.
Poly Sync 20 Speakerphone Review
The Poly Sync 20 is a speakerphone via Bluetooth 5.1 or a USB-A cable. Its three-mic array picks up voices within two metres, paired with a 40mm driver and dual passive radiators. Around S$135 on Amazon.sg.
Poly Studio P5 Webcam Review
This review covers the Poly Studio P5 Webcam, part of the Poly Studio P5 Kit with Sync 20+. Most of the kit's contents belong to the Sync 20+ speakerphone, leaving the webcam as the lone item.
HDFury 4K Arcana 18Gbps
I'd never heard of the HDFury 4K Arcana until I searched for a way to get Dolby Atmos on older TVs lacking eARC. This 18Gbps device bridges that gap, delivering eARC audio.
Sonos Arc
As part of a minor Living Room refresh, I'm upgrading my Sonos Beam to a Sonos Arc, switching to white to better match the room. The Arc retails for S$1,599, cheaper during the 6/6 sales.
Ugreen HDMI 2.1 Cable
Tired of not knowing which HDMI version my assorted cables supported, I standardised my home on Ugreen HDMI 2.1 cables. HDMI 2.1 future-proofs everything with 8K at 60Hz, 48Gbps bandwidth, Dolby Vision, and eARC support.
Shure AONIC 40 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
The Shure Aonic 40 was my first Shure product, a mid-range wireless noise-cancelling headphone with a 40mm driver. At S$399 it undercuts rivals, S$100 cheaper than the Sony WH-1000XM4 and S$450 below the AirPods Max.
Sanus Wireless Speaker Stands
The Sanus Wireless Speaker Stands suit the Sonos One, One SL, Play:1, and Play:3. I bought the white pair from the official Sonos store for S$160, a cheaper alternative to Sonos's own S$399 stands.
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock Review
My second CalDigit product, the TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock was a 38th-birthday gift from my brother in March 2022. Back-ordered at B&H until May, it finally arrived; he paid US$359.95 plus DHL shipping and duties.