Tech & Wi-Fi
Phones, networks and TV setups that just work.
Products
Google Nest Wifi Mesh System
Easy to set up and it covers the whole house. What we tell family and friends to buy.
TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Switch
A cheap switch can slow your whole network. This one runs in our attic and on the desk without a hiccup.
OREI 1x2 HDMI Splitter (powered)
Split or boost an HDMI signal. We've run HDMI 200 feet with one of these in the middle.
WD 4TB 7200 RPM Enterprise Drive (Renewed)
Lots of storage for cheap. Renewed enterprise drives are built to run 24/7.
Apple AirPods 5
Still the simplest headphones for an iPhone. They just work.
Amplified Outdoor HD TV Antenna
Free local channels in HD. Amplified for places far from the city.
HDHomeRun Flex Duo
Puts your antenna's channels on your network so Plex can record them, commercials and all.
Roku Streaming Stick Plus 4K
Cheap, simple, and plays Plex on any TV.
Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB)
A tiny, low-power Plex server if you like to tinker.
iPhone 18 Pro, 256GB (New, Unlocked)
Apple's newest Pro. Sold new by Expercom, an Apple Premier Partner.
iPhone 18 Pro Max, 256GB (New, Unlocked)
The biggest screen and battery Apple makes. Sold new by an Apple Premier Partner.
iPhone 17 Pro Max, 256GB (Renewed)
Last year's top model for hundreds less than new. Huge battery.
iPhone 17 Pro, 256GB (Renewed)
Pro cameras and the new aluminum design, renewed and unlocked.
iPhone 17, 256GB (Renewed)
The one most people should buy: 120Hz screen, 256GB, great camera.
iPhone Air, 256GB (Renewed)
The thinnest iPhone ever. Light in the pocket.
iPhone 17e, 256GB (Renewed)
The budget pick. Newer chip and long battery life for less.
iPhone 16 Pro, 256GB (Renewed)
Best deal on a Pro right now. Titanium and three cameras.
Amazon Prime free trial (includes Amazon Photos)
Unlimited full-resolution photo backup comes with Prime. Try it free first.
Klein Tools Coax Cable Stripper (VDV110-061)
Strips RG6 and RG59 coax in one twist for clean connector ends.
Klein Tools Compression Crimper (VDV211-100)
Crimps F, BNC and RCA compression connectors. The pro tool for antenna and cable runs.
Lemorele Wireless HDMI Kit (1 transmitter, 2 receivers)
Send HDMI to two TVs without running a cable. Up to 656 ft line of sight.
Monk Cables CAT6 Ethernet Cables (5 pack)
Pure copper CAT6 patch cables for a solid wired network.
1byone Outdoor TV Antenna Mount
Weatherproof universal mount to get your antenna up high.
Papeaso 4K HDMI to USB-C Capture Card
Record or stream any HDMI source on your computer at 1080p 60fps.
Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
Turns any TV into a smart TV. Cheap enough for every room.
Anker USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Wired gigabit internet for laptops without an Ethernet port.
Goalake 5-Port PoE Switch
Powers cameras and access points over the network cable. Fanless metal case.
HDMI Dummy Plugs 4K (3 pack)
Tricks a computer into thinking a monitor is plugged in. Handy for headless Macs and remote access.
Stories & reviews
Mint Mobile: Cheap Cell Service That Actually Works
After years on AT&T we switched to Mint Mobile. Great price and excellent customer support.
Read more →Wi-Fi for Your House Made Easy
Getting a new router that works can be a real pain. When people call me, this is what I recommend.
Read more →TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Buy the wrong switch and you throttle your whole network. This one just works.
Read more →Is iPhone Insurance Worth It?
Carrier insurance, AppleCare, or nothing at all? My honest take after buying and fixing thousands of iPhones.
Read more →How to Buy a Used iPhone (Without Getting Burned)
Take it from a guy who has bought over 4,000 iPhones: here is exactly what to check before you hand over any money.
Read more →Lots of Storage for Cheap
Need a bigger hard drive? Renewed 4TB enterprise drives are a great deal.
Read more →HDMI Splitter
Split an HDMI signal or make it stronger. I've run HDMI 200 feet with one of these in the middle.
Read more →Cut the Cord with Plex
Plex has saved us money for years. Free local channels, recorded, with the commercials skipped. Here's everything you need.
Read more →Amazon Photos: Free Photo Backup with Prime
We backed up 46,000 photos for free. If you have Prime, you already have unlimited photo storage.
Read more →Apple AirPods: The Simplest Headphones for iPhone
I have yet to find a simpler pair of headphones that works this well with the iPhone.
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