The Best Refurbished iPhones, iPads and Macbooks
Most of the refurbished Apple devices purchased on Amazon are very functional and reliable products.
Portable Electronics
The Best Battery Chargers (For D and C Size Batteries)
Let’s take a look at the best “Universal Battery Chargers.” These are chargers that can handle AAA, AA, C, D sized cells, and well as 9V cells.
The Best Portable Bluetooth Speakers
There are hundreds of bluetooth speakers now on the market. We’ve focused on selecting speakers that stand out for their durability and sound quality.
A Review Of NiZn Batteries
NiZn (Nickel-Zinc) batteries are a type of rechargeable AA battery that operates with a nominal voltage 1.6 volts, which is very close to the 1.5 volts of alkaline batteries. This makes NiZn battery perform well in high-drain devices like handheld games.
The Best Serious Battery Chargers
The chargers featured below are some of the “smartest” out there — they have built-in protection to prevent overcharging or undercharging. They also perform battery testing and recovery.
The Best Waterproof & Shockproof Camera
The Olympus TG-4 is the most durable waterproof camera currently available. This 16 megapixel camera can be submerged to depths of 50 feet (15 meters). It can survive being dropped from 7 feet (2.1 meters), or being crushed by a 220 pound weight (100 kg). The camera is also freeze-proof to 14 degrees Fahrenheit (-10 C). But what sets this camera apart from other tough cameras is the quality of the pictures it takes, and its quick response time.
The Best iPad Speaker Docks Of 2017
During my research for the best speaker dock, I discovered that there are that many iPad docks available. The new trend to produce devices that only allow bluetooth connections, and thus lack a real docking feature. Here are some reliable speaker dock that still allow you to dock your iPad and immediately play your music:
The Thinnest Tablet
The world’s thinnest tablet in the “mini” category, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop) OS and has a 2048 x 1536 screen resolution. Its Quad 1.9GHz Intel processor and 32 GB Flash Memory makes it a capable machine for browsing the internet and for running apps from the Google Play Store.
The Best USB Drive For iPhones/iPads
HooToo updated its popular line of iPhone flash drives earlier this summer to incorporate the speed of USB 3.0 and improve design. The HT-IM003 model is housed in a durable aluminum alloy case and wins out in terms of functionality and design.
The Best Micro Projectors Of 2016
Update September 2016: The LG Minibeam PH550 projector now appears to be brightest (500 lumens) battery-powered micro projector. I will be testing it soon. It is said to produce a sharp 720 HD picture.
The Best E-Readers of 2016
Even die-hard traditional book readers have to admit that an e-reader has advantages over analog books in certain situations. Nothing quite replicates the feel and smell of an old paper book while curled up at home on a rainy autumn day.
The Best Lithium-Ion AA Batteries
Kentli makes the best rechargeable lithium-ion AA batteries currently available. They are rated at 2800mWh, and are the only 1.5 V li-on AA batteries, making them the best choice for consumer-grade electronics.
The Best Battery Organizer
Kovot Battery Organizer is the best battery organizer of 2016. It can store 72 batteries and comes with a slide out battery tester.
Portable Chargers With Longest Battery Life 2016
Durable, compact, easy-to-use and lighting fast, Intocircuit’s portable charger is the best all around external power source on the market.
The IP Code: A Guide To Waterproof and Dustproof Ratings
The IP Code is an international standard that rates a product’s protection against intrusions by water and foreign particles.
The Toughest Electronics
We’ve reviewed many durable products on Reactual — those that are built to be waterproof, shockproof and dustproof.