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Does the Amazon Dash Smart Scale Have a Place in Your Home or Workshop?

Jan 5, 2021 Stuart 43 Comments

Would you use Amazon’s new Dash Smart Shelf for reordering everyday home or business supplies?

Hot Deal: Makita 18V Brushless Cordless Router Kit (11/18/19)

Nov 18, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

We were sent a tip about lower pricing on this Makita brushless router kit.

Could the Amazon “Smart Plug,” a Voice-Controlled Outlet, be a Workshop Accessory?

Sep 25, 2018 Stuart 36 Comments

Amazon came out with a new “Smart Plug” that might suit some home workshop applications.

Review: 4 Months with an Amazon Echo

Nov 21, 2016 Stuart 20 Comments

I’ve been using an Amazon Echo for 4 months now, although not yet to its full potential.

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