Are brushless tools worth the money, a mouse for lefties, hacked Teslas, and more

January 18, 2022

Today we have a bit of something different for you here at Review Geek, but it concerns a topic that’s near and dear to our hearts. Power Tools. Hear me out because some questions about power tools must be answered like, “why is it not possible to pick up a drill without giving the trigger at least two test squeezes?”

And here’s another that you probably encountered the last time you tried to buy a drill, orbital sander, or circular saw: is a brushless motor really worth all that extra money? And what is a brushless motor anyway? Go to a big box store, and they’ll tout brushless motors as the next wave in power tools. But it sounds like a gimmick, doesn’t it? Danny dug into the details, and the answers might surprise you.

Other highlights:

• Logitech has a mouse for lefties
• This teen says he hacked 25 Tesla cars! Teens these days, am I right?
• …and more!

-Josh

A big decision you have to make when choosing a power tool is whether you want to go with a brushed motor or a brushless model. What’s the difference? Are brushless motors worth the extra money? Read on to find out. Read More »

It’s the beginning of a new year so of course, rumors are starting to swirl about what the newest iPhone might look like. And what’s the one feature that everyone will be the most curious about? The camera notch … or in the case of this rumor, the lack thereof. Read More »

When it comes to electric vehicles, cyber threats are a growing concern. And while we’ve seen reports of hackers messing with Tesla vehicles in the past, recently, a teenager claims to have access to 25+ Teslas spanning more than ten different regions. Read More »

If you haven’t updated your mouse in a few years, Logitech’s latest affordable option—the Signature M650—is one that’s worth your consideration. Not only does it have a good variety of colors and features, it’s also half the price of Logitech’s MX-series mouse at just $40. Read More »

New year, new you! Get a helping hand sticking to your healthy New Year’s resolutions with this premium yoga mat. With its extra-thick padding and non-slip texture, it makes stretches, Pilates, and (of course) yoga an easier and more comfortable experience. It’s made of non-toxic and 6P free PVC. It measures 72 x 24 x 0.25 inches, and weighs just 3.5 pounds, making it great for tall users. Plus, it comes with a convenient carrying sling strap, so you can roll it up, secure it, and throw it over your shoulder—perfect for going to yoga class.

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There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to the iPhone vs. Android debate. One common myth that’s still prevalent is iPhones are more expensive than Android devices. This is simply not true at all. Read More »

If your internet seems slow or web pages won’t load, the problem could be your Wi-Fi connection. Perhaps you’re too far from the source, or thick walls are blocking the signal. Here’s how to check your precise Wi-Fi signal strength. Read More »

The best truly wireless earbuds offer a nice refuge from untangling pesky wired headphones without compromising sound quality. Drown out the sounds of the world around you with some of our favorite wireless earbuds. Read More »

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