Sensibo Sky Review
Sensibo Sky retails for US$119 plus shipping to Singapore, with free shipping when buying two or more. This smart device adds app and voice control to almost any air conditioner via infrared.
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Pitaka’s Aramid iPhone 7 Plus Case
Pitaka's Aramid iPhone 7 Plus Case retails for US$49.99, with the iPhone 7 version slightly cheaper, and free worldwide shipping via DHL. What makes it unique is its construction from Aramid fibre, a strong, lightweight material.
Yubico FIDO U2F Security Key
The Yubico FIDO U2F Security Key is a USB device using the FIDO U2F protocol, working with supporting sites like Facebook, Google, GitHub, and Dropbox. U2F, or Universal 2nd Factor, is an open standard that strengthens two-factor authentication.
Igloohome Smart Deadbolt Lock 02 Review
The Igloohome Smart Deadbolt Lock 02, or igloobolt 02, is the second generation of the Igloohome Smart Lock. The product was renamed for clarity as the range grew to include the Smart Keybox and upcoming Smart Mortise Lock.
Beseye Pro Wi-Fi Monitoring Camera Review
Beseye is a Taiwanese company making home cameras and cloud services. Its first product, the Beseye Pro Wi-Fi monitoring camera, won a Red Dot Award in 2015 for its smooth design and magnetic mounting. It retails for S$299.
EOZ One Wireless Bluetooth Earphones
EOZ Audio is a young Barcelona-based audio startup. Its first product, the EOZ One, is a premium wireless Bluetooth earphone that began on Kickstarter, raising €53,062 from 554 backers and shipping in October 2016. It's now on sale directly.
Synology Router RT2600ac Review
The Synology Router RT2600ac launched in Singapore on 12th January 2017 at S$365, Synology's second router after the RT1900ac. It upgrades to a 1.7GHz dual-core CPU, 512MB RAM, and 4x4 802.11ac wave 2 Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO and beamforming.
iOttie Easy One Touch 3 (v2) Car Mount Holder
I've happily used the iOttie Easy One Touch 2 car mount for over two years, its suction cup withstanding Singapore's heat and holding firm. With a new car coming, I upgraded to the Easy One Touch 3 (v2).
Blink Battery-Powered Wireless Home Security Camera Review
Blink began as a Kickstarter, raising over US$1 million from 6,879 backers and shipping in May 2015. It's available in Singapore through Aztech, a partnership where Blink designed the software and app while Aztech manufactured the battery-powered hardware.
Transcend TLC 480GB 2.5-Inch SATA III Internal SSD
The Transcend TLC 480GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD was an Amazon Gold Box Deal in December 2016, dropping from US$126.99 to US$86.99, with free AmazonGlobal shipping. I bought it to replace the ageing HDD in my eight-year-old MacBook Pro.
Cards Against Humanity
Cards Against Humanity began as a Kickstarter, raising US$15,570 from 758 backers. I didn't back it then, but recently Li Xiang asked me to get it. I bought it from Amazon, since it doesn't ship directly.
Anova Precision Cooker (Bluetooth + Wi-Fi)
The Anova Precision Cooker began as a Kickstarter, raising US$1.8 million from 10,508 backers and shipping in October 2014. This sous-vide cooker comes in two versions: Bluetooth at S$219 and Bluetooth + Wi-Fi at S$289 for remote control.
Kikkerland Bobino Folding Mobile Phone Holder
The Kikkerland Bobino Folding Mobile Phone Holder comes in six colours and retails for US$8 on Kikkerland's site, or about S$13 in some Singapore shops. It's cheaper on Amazon, where I bought the white for US$5.80 via AmazonGlobal Saver.
Sudio Regent Wireless Headphones
The Sudio Regent is the brand's first wireless headphones and my second Sudio product, after the Vasa Bla earphones. It retails for S$229; the 20% tax rebate in Singapore brings it to S$183.20, with the code lesterchan for more.
iRobot Roomba 980
My cousin Joanne gave me the iRobot Roomba 980 as a housewarming gift. The top-of-the-line Roomba retails for S$1,498, sitting above the Roomba 880 at S$1,298, the 650 at S$798, and the entry-level 630 at S$698.
eero Wi-Fi System Review
eero is a home Wi-Fi system built on a wireless mesh network. It isn't cheap: a single unit costs US$199, a 2-pack US$349, and a 3-pack US$499, but it promises uninterrupted whole-home coverage.
Looking Back 2016
Looking back at 2016, my biggest change was moving into my new house on 14th May, which I made smart with Fibaro, SmartThings, and Amazon Echo. I travelled three times, to Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Munich.
Bagel – Smart Tape Measure
Bagel is a smart tape measure with three modes, String, Wheel, and Laser. It saves up to 100 measurements and voice memos to built-in memory and syncs them to a mobile app. Its lithium battery lasts up to 24 hours.
Apple AirPods
Apple AirPods launched in Singapore and 100+ countries on 13th December 2016 at S$238, with a six-week wait. I ordered the moment a friend's post showed stock, receiving mine on the 20th. Each replacement earbud costs S$98.
Linksys EA9500 Max-Stream AC5400 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router Review
The Linksys EA9500 Max-Stream AC5400 MU-MIMO Gigabit Router has been available in Singapore since August 2016 at S$539. It's the flagship of the Max-Stream family, above the mid-range EA8500 I reviewed, featuring 802.11ac Wave 2 Wi-Fi with MU-MIMO.
ZUS Super Duty USB-C Cable
I got the ZUS Super Duty USB-C Cable alongside the matching Lightning Cable, thanks to my brother Leroy. Unlike the Lightning version, the USB-C comes only with a right-angled USB end. At 1.2m, it retails for US$19.99.
ZUS Super Duty Lightning Cable
The ZUS Super Duty Lightning Cable is my second nonda product, after the ZUS Smart Car Charger I still use. It retails for US$19.99 plus flat shipping, comes in one 1.2m length, and offers a straight or right-angled end.