Build your own electric vehicle, fix Windows 11's Start Menu, Alexa air monitor, and more

November 4, 2021

Here in Review Geek land, we like electric vehicles. If nothing else because the thought of never having to stop at a gas station again intrigues us. Every time you get up in the morning, the “fuel tank” is full. That’s the dream. The dream.

But what about gas vehicles? What’s going to happen to them? In some far-fetched world where gas stations go away (to be replaced by Electric Stations, no doubt), will our beautiful classic vehicles never drive again? That’d be a tragedy. And that’s where Ford comes in. What if you could convert an old car or truck into an EV? What if it could cost less than a Tesla? What if? Well, that what if is a reality. Mostly. Check out the top story.

Other Highlights:

• The holidays are coming, and do you know what they might want? Some fabulous over-the-ear headphones for music listening or gaming. And don’t worry, we gathered the best gift options in one place for you.
• Do you hate Windows 11’s centered Start Menu? Stardock can bring back Windows 10’s Start Menu and even make it better! Check it out!
• Surface Go has a new competitor from Asus, and it looks pretty.
• … and more!

This week Ford released an all-new electric crate motor for DIY enthusiasts who want to build their EV dream car or truck. To show off one of the many possibilities of this $3,900 EV engine, Ford debuted a custom 1978 F-100 pickup highlighting just how capable its e-crate engine can be. Read More »

Over-ear headphones are easily one of the best gifts you can get someone around the holidays. Even to the pickiest person, an awesome new pair of headphones is something they’ll get daily use out of and never want to leave the house without. Read More »

Want to set up a smart security camera for your camper, boat, or expansive backyard? Arlo just launched the Go 2 LTE, a smart camera that works without Wi-Fi thanks to 4G connectivity. It ain’t cheap at $250, but it’s one of the only LTE smart security cameras on the market and costs nearly half the price of Arlo’s first LTE camera. Read More »

You know how Apple lets you copy-paste stuff from your iPhone to your Mac? Yeah, well that feature just arrived for Android and Windows devices. Microsoft SwiftKey’s latest update (7.9.0.5) allows you to sync the clipboard between any Android phone and Windows PC—and you don’t even need to use the annoying Your Phone app. Read More »

When I look at the Surface Go, I see a missed opportunity. Microsoft’s most affordable 2-in-1 has a small and unimpressive display—it just isn’t great for media consumption, and that’s a bummer, because it’s not powerful enough to fill many other roles. But ASUS seems to have the right idea with its $600 Vivobook 13 Slate, a Surface-styled Windows 11 tablet with a beautiful OLED display. Read More »

We’re big fans of having some extra storage on hand, especially when it’s portable. Luckily, this Toshiba Canvio Advance portable external HDD packs in up to 4TB of extra storage in a rugged design you can take anywhere. The textured finish adds a fun and modern spin to the simple accessory, and it’s available in four colors: green, black, red, and white. It rocks one USB 2.0 port and one USB 3.0 port for more versatile device compatibility and data transfer speeds.

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As more people upgrade to Windows 11 and hopefully get updates, we’re starting to see several complaints about essential built-in apps that don’t work right or won’t even open. So if you’re experiencing problems with Windows 11 apps like the snipping tool, touch keyboard, or voice typing, we have a solution. Read More »

After decades of using PCs, the new Windows 11 Start Menu can be a bit inconvenient. No worries—Stardock’s new Start11 app lets you revert back to older versions of the Windows Start Menu, or even customize details like your Start Menu’s position, icon spacing, and transparency. Read More »

Indoor air pollution isn’t just gross; it’s also a major health concern and a leading cause of work fatigue. And while an air quality monitor can help you fight indoor air pollution, they often come from weird no-name brands and cost hundreds of bucks. Not anymore—Amazon now sells its own Air Quality Monitor, and it costs just $70. Read More »

If you or a family member are hunting for a new Fitbit, now’s the time to start buying. Amazon is offering the Fitbit Sense for just $200, its lowest price yet. You can also grab the excellent Fitbit Inspire 2 for a cool $60—that’s a 40% discount! Read More »

Roku OS is one of the simplest and most popular smart TV platforms. However, with so many Roku televisions on the market, picking the right set can be difficult. To help, we’ve researched and selected the best Roku TVs for everyone. Read More »

Getting some sleep is easy enough for most people, right? You just lie down, close your eyes, and drift away. Unfortunately, it’s not like that for everyone—especially if you’re a hot sleeper like me. Read More »