About Brent Dirks
Born and raised in sunny west Texas, Brent graduated from Texas Tech University with a BA in journalism. He's been writing about technology for more than 5 years and enjoys all things Apple, accessories, and security.
Latest Articles
Mophie 3-in-1 Travel Charger (2023) Review: A Pricey Way to Charge On the Go
This expensive folding charging mat lets you juice up an Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods simultaneously.
Belkin BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 Review: Space-Saving Apple Device Charging Comes at a Cost
While the BoostCharger Pro looks great and is perfect for StandBy mode, it's too expensive for what it offers.
Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera Review: A Great Way to Keep Watch on Your Front Door
The unique integrations with other Ecobee products provide a true glimpse of a smart home.
Yale Assure Lock 2 Plus Review: An All-Around Winner for Apple HomeKit
Home Key support allows you to unlock your door with a simple tap of your iPhone or Apple Watch.
The 14 Best Apple Watch Complications Worth Using
Here are the best Apple Watch complications to add glanceable information to your Apple Watch face.
Aqara's Camera E1 Boasts Impressive Specs and Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video
This inexpensive indoor camera works with all major smart home platforms.
Amazon Echo Show 8 Third Generation Review: Better Audio, Faster Performance
The Alexa-powered speaker with touchscreen looks and sounds better than ever.
Anker Solix F2000 Review: A Powerful and Truly Portable Backup Battery
Thanks to a pull-out tow handle and wheels, the power station can easily be taken pretty much anywhere.
How to Share an AirTag With Others
Find out how to share Apple's tracker so more than one person can find the location of an item,
The 7 Best Apple Watch Apps for Golfers
Hit the course and improve your game with these great Apple Watch golf apps.
15 Spooky Alexa Skills to Use This Halloween
Get into the holiday spirit with these great Alexa skills for all ages.
How to Use Double Tap on the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9
See how you can interact with an Apple Watch without needing to touch its screen.
9 Common Apple TV Issues and How to Fix Them
Having problems with your Apple TV? We'll walk you through a number of troubleshooting tips.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 Review: The Best Smartwatch Gets Even Better
While a minor upgrade from the original, Double Tap and a brighter screen make Apple’s high-end wearable tough to beat.
Nanoleaf 4D Review: Immersive TV Backlighting for Less
While installation can be a bit tricky, the lights sync with what is on your TV screen for a fun experience.
The 11 Best Interactive Widgets for Your iPhone and iPad
Do more with these interactive widgets for your iPhone or iPad home screen.
The 11 Best iPhone StandBy Widgets
Take advantage of the great StandBy feature with these top-notch widgets to view information at a glance.
Why the Amazon Echo Hub Might Help Make Smart Home Control Easier
The smart home hub is compatible with a number of protocols including Matter and Thread.
The Midea V12 Takes Center Stage at IFA 2023 Earning the Innovation Award
The combination mop and vacuum can keep your floors clean without you needing to lift a finger.
6 New Features of the Apple Watch Series 9
From a faster chip to better Siri interaction, see what's new in the latest Apple Watch.