Category Archives: Technology

Tesla Model Y vs Volvo XC40 Recharge

Posted on August 30, 2023 by Kevin

I’m an electric vehicle enthusiast. Today some website advertised Volvo all-electric vehicles, and I thought I would compare their XC40 Recharge offering with a Tesla Model Y. Both are hatchbacks. I want to see how they stack up. Tesla no … Continue reading →

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Tesla Model 3 to Y Transition

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Kevin

Seven years ago this month, I wrote Prius to Tesla transition about the experience moving from a hybrid electric vehicle to a fully-electric one. It talked about the decision making process, my expectations and the emotional ride. It made sense … Continue reading →

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Battle of the Under $100 Shortwave Radios

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Kevin

After the roaring success of my Battle of the under $50 shortwave radios (36 views! ROFL) I’m inspired to up the ante and review models that could be purchased today with shipping between $50 and $100. The contestants this time … Continue reading →

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Tecsun PL-ease: Comparing the PL-330, PL-660, PL-880 and PL-990 Shortwave Radios

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Kevin

Here I compare 4 great Tecsun radios; Three are still in production, and the PL-660 can still be purchased new. PL-660 Introduction The PL-660 was introduced in 2010 and I’ve owned mine since December of 2011; it’s been a great … Continue reading →

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Review: Tecsun PL-990 Shortwave Receiver

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Kevin

Editorial note: This review was written in July in 2023, a year and a half ago, and I do not know why it was not published. I’m reviewing it and publishing it now. The Tecsun PL-990 is one of the … Continue reading →

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Battle of the under $50 shortwave radios

Posted on July 24, 2023 by Kevin

The market has certainly changed since 2011 when I wrote my article, What’s the best shortwave radio under $50? Today we’re looking at my current bottom-tier radios, ones with shortwave coverage that I could buy new today (July 16, 2023) … Continue reading →

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Rysamton YK-M03 FM/AM/SW Pocket Radio

Posted on July 9, 2023 by Kevin

In an attempt to give each of my radios at least a little love, I pulled down my Rysamton YK-M03 from the shelf today and gave it a whirl. Features For something with this basement price it has quite a … Continue reading →

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