As a parent, I’m guessing that you have your family in some sort of Apple Family Sharing arrangement so that you can share purchases, subscriptions, and other Apple services like Apple Music, Apple TV, Apple News, and more. A big perk is being able to share an iCloud family storage plan so that every family member can back up their devices. But how do you check how much each family member uses their iCloud family storage? It used to be much easier on a Mac, but now it seems much more buried away. In this How-To article, I outline the steps to find out where those details are buried ..read more

Content creation has become more accessible than ever before. Whether you’re a budding YouTuber, a podcasting enthusiast, or a TikTok influencer, the quality of your audio can make or break your content. That’s where the TONOR TD510 microphone comes in. With its impressive features and budget-friendly price tag, this microphone promises to be the perfect tool for content creators looking to elevate their audio game. (*Disclosure below.) I’m not a podcaster, nor do I do live YouTube streams (yet), but I know that it is important to have the proper mic and video setup to produce my content. As ..read more

I love gadgets! And when a gadget makes its way into the kitchen, it becomes even more intriguing, especially if my family can benefit from it. While I have been known to throw a meal together here and there (not a chef by any standards), being able to review a gadget that can help quickly cook a meal is fantastic. The gadget I’m writing about today is the Luma Grill, which you may have seen by other names – the Luma Electric Grill, the Luma Infrared Grill, the Luma Searing Grill, or even the Luma Steak Grill (SKU: LSGE80BK00). All of these names do describe this product. I put the Luma ..read more

Storing your photos and videos in the cloud as a backup is great…until it isn’t accessible, or the cloud storage solution provider you have goes away, or you have gone over your tier allotment, or you forgot to pay. Local storage, like on a backup drive, is great because, apart from the initial cost, it’s free. But, hard drives do fail, and when they do, it’s really difficult to recover data from them. UGREEN, a brand that I have reviewed a lot on HighTechDad, has just launched a new product on Kickstarter, a NAS Storage solution called NASync, which is that perfect balance between the redund ..read more

I encounter this issue almost every day. From a request like “Dad, I need a charger” to me heading off to the office and having to get all of my tech into my backpack. I hated having to hunt around for a wall charger for my devices that could handle “everything.” But I now have an easy solution: just grab or give out one of the new UGREEN Nexode Pro chargers. Whether it’s to charge a smartphone, tablet, or even a laptop, one of these Nexode Pro chargers will be up for the job! (*Disclosure below.) We often find ourselves grappling with an ever-growing collection of devices—laptops, table ..read more

Are you tired of the disconnect between looking at your screen and maintaining eye contact during video calls or presentations? It’s a common issue many face, whether working from home, homeschooling, or in a professional office setting. In this review, I discuss a solution that promises to seamlessly bridge this gap between digital interactions and genuine “human” connections. Say hello to the iContact Camera for laptops and the iContact Camera Pro for monitors, designed to ensure that your gaze stays locked on the camera while you engage with content behind it on your sc ..read more

It’s been a while since I wrote a How-To article, but as it turns out, in a review that I’m working on, I needed to solve an issue before being able to do a video review. My problem was this: I needed to be able to record multiple webcam videos simultaneously in order to compare the recordings. Sure, there are apps that can do this, but I wanted to stay simple and use stock apps on my Mac. Enter QuickTime Player, which is a great tool for making simple recordings. Unfortunately, “out of the box,” you can only record one stream at a time. That is until I did some research! You can actually lau ..read more

The Apple Watch stands as a symbol of innovation and style. However, while the Apple Watch Ultra and Ultra 2 cater to the active lifestyle with their default fabric bands, many users crave a more refined and business-appropriate look. That would be me! I started short-listing many metallic (stainless steel and titanium) Apple Watch bands to wear at the office or for a night on the town. The SANDMARC Titanium Band, a sleek accessory designed to elevate the aesthetics of your Apple Watch Ultra and Apple Watch Ultra 2, was at the top of my list. In this review, I dive into the key features ..read more

There are many portable battery charger solutions in the market. And many of them are really great (others, less so). After spending a little time with the Mophie Snap+ Juice Pack Mini with Stand, I believe that Mophie has managed to carve a niche with a blend of innovation and practicality. As an avid tech reviewer, I often encounter various gadgets, but Mophie consistently delivers products that stand out. And, literally, one of the cool features of this Mophie battery charger that makes it “stand out” is, in fact, the stand! (Disclosure below.) Uniquely addressing the needs of the mod ..read more

As a tech enthusiast and remote worker, I consistently seek innovative solutions to mirror the multi-monitor setup of my home office when I’m on the move. Unfortunately, that is a difficult thing at times. You need something portable and lightweight yet capable of bringing high-definition displays easily and quickly. The LIMINK LK15 emerges as a promising answer to this use case, offering a sleek and compact design that seamlessly attaches to 15 to 16-inch laptops. The LIMINK LK15 positions itself as a potential game-changer for individuals who crave a multi-monitor setup without sa ..read more