Doogee Y6 smartphone, or another Doogee
31-12-2016, 11:29
In May, I wrote a review of the budget Doogee X5 MAX smartphone. More than six months have passed since then, and now I have another “test subject” from the same company. I’ve been using my X5 all this time, so in this review I won’t be able to avoid comparing the two devices, even though they belong to different price ranges. Anyway, if you’re interested in the inspection, tests, and teardown, read on.
TrustFire batteries and more TrustFire: two TrustFire cells in 14500 and 18350 sizes
25-12-2016, 21:35
I recently got some batteries from one of the “well-known” brands called TrustFire, so I decided to put together a short review. Inspection, tests, conclusions.
Cubot Cheetah 2 mobile phone: an honest battery and a healthy appetite
25-12-2016, 20:15
Yes, it's another smartphone, this time a new model called CHEETAH 2 from Cubot. As always, the phone has its own quirks and nuances, but I'll take it apart and test it just like all the others.
Converting a Cordless Drill to Lithium, Part Two: Charging It Properly
22-12-2016, 21:01
Last time, I explained how to properly convert a battery pack for a cordless power tool. I also mentioned that I’d cover the specifics of charging, and this time I’ll be reviewing a DC-DC converter board. If you’re interested, come on in.
TL866CS, universal programmer
17-12-2016, 14:32
I can't say I use a programmer very often, but sometimes I have to. So when I moved to a new computer, I ran into a problem: my old programmers wouldn't work with it. That's why I bought a more modern one that doesn't need a COM or LPT port. There are already reviews of this device here, so mine will be more of a brief photo showcase, along with a little history of programmers.
ASUS RT-AC1200GU, WiFi router with gigabit ports
13-12-2016, 17:04
Today I’m going to talk about a small upgrade to my home network. The upgrade involved replacing my old router with a newer, faster one. For a number of reasons, this review will focus more on the router’s internals and software than on speed and performance tests.
Sunvell T95K Pro, a TV box based on the well-known Amlogic S912, but with an original design
8-12-2016, 22:18
This TV box is much like its siblings under the hood, but looks quite different. That’s why I decided to buy one and give it a try. As always, below the fold: a look around, a teardown, and a few tests.
Battery protection board, or how to rebuild a cordless drill battery
3-12-2016, 11:54
Since I’ve reviewed quite a few batteries and also mentioned rebuilding cordless power tools, I often get private messages asking about various details of these conversions. People ask all sorts of questions, and they’re often much the same, so I decided to put together a short overview and answer some common questions about choosing components and rebuilding batteries.
