Review Geek - Why You Should Own a Rotary Tool

February 4, 2023

Even if you aren’t the handiest person, you should own a rotary tool or Dremel. These multi-use tools use interchangeable attachments to fulfill dozens of different tasks—they’re great for woodwork or metalwork, of course, but they’re also useful for creative hobbies, cleaning, or performing everyday maintenance around the house.

Check our top story to learn all about rotary tools. Plus, we’ll show you some of our favorite rotary tools, and we’ll explain how these devices are different from oscillating tools.

Other Highlights:

• AT&T is saying goodbye to landlines.
• Sonos slashes prices on soundbars ahead of the Super Bowl.
• This high-tech tripod automatically levels your shots.
• … and more!

-Andrew

Rotary tools, also known as a Dremel by many, are one of the best multi-use tools and should be in every toolbox. With so many accessories and different attachments, a rotary tool can help you with DIY tasks at home or make jobs easier at work. Read More »

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Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

Up until late 2022, telecom companies were required to offer copper landline services. But the FCC abandoned this “burdensome” regulation to make way for fiber-optic technology. As a result, companies like AT&T are slowly shutting down their respective landline operations. Read More »

Sports fans are clamoring to prepare for Super Bowl LVII, which airs in cinematic 4K quality on February 12th. If you already own a 4K TV, now might be the time to upgrade your audio system. Thankfully, Sonos is slashing prices on soundbars and speakers. Read More »

The cold weather makes your car a very attractive home for rats, squirrels, rabbits, and other rodent pests. These little critters can chew through wires, destroy upholstery, nest in your cabin air filter, and expose you to disease. And, for some reason, this kind of damage is rarely covered by insurance.

Now, there are several ways to keep rodents away from your car. They don’t like moth balls, peppermint oil, or cayenne powder. And rat traps are pretty good at their job. But one of the simplest prevention methods is an ultrasonic repellent—a small device that sits under your hood and emits high-pitched noise (which we can’t hear) to drive rodents away.

If you’ve ever used a tripod to take pictures, you know that getting it level is critical, and it’s also a little tricky to pull off. But a new tripod from Berno is looking to make it much easier. Dubbed “Theta,” the company touts it as the “world’s first smart modular tripod.” Read More »

A subwoofer provides bone-rattling bass and fills in the low-mid detail that’s often missing from stereo speakers. It’s an essential addition to any home theater or hi-fi audio system, but unfortunately, finding a place to stick your subwoofer may be easier said than done. Read More »

On February 8th, Google will host a “Live from Paris” event to discuss “Search, Maps and beyond.” We believe that Google will show off new AI technologies to rival ChatGPT, which is currently integrating with Microsoft’s Bing search engine. Read More »

The Pixel A-series is back, and Google has another winner on its hands. The new Google Pixel 6a is arguable the best bang for your buck and easy to recommend. If you’re on a budget, buy this phone. However, I also have mixed feelings, mainly because Google’s regular Pixel 6 is already so affordable. Read More »

Amazon Prime Music was once a great option for those trying to enjoy tunes from an Alexa speaker, but it’s slowly getting worse. After two price increases to Amazon Music Unlimited in 2022, prices are going up again in February. Read More »

A recent firmware update (v3.519.0) for the Pixel Buds A-Series ruined the product’s ability to pair with new devices. Today, Google is rolling out a new update (v3.527.0) to fix the problem. Note that this update won’t reach all users until February 6th, so if you aren’t experiencing any problems, you should wait. Read More »

Two years after unceremoniously ditching the original HomePod, Apple is backtracking. The company just revealed its second-gen HomePod, a smart speaker that looks identical to its predecessor. It even carries the same $299 price tag! But this “new” speaker offers a few improvements that could entice you. Read More »

You wake up in the morning, body stiff and eyes half shut, wondering if you’ll ever wake up in time for work. Until you have that first morning stretch, where you take in a huge yawn and reach all of your limbs outward as much as possible. Suddenly, you’re more awake, but why? Read More »

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