Tech Reviews and Explainers
Here are some selected product reviews and explainers. While not all use affiliate links, many include general links to a company's products and services.
(Because Complex underwent a website redesign recently, some images may not display in certain articles.)
This Piece of Cardboard Was My $25 Ticket Into Poor Man's Virtual Reality
(Google Cardboard review where I created GIFs and photos)
Read More on ComplexThe History of the Sidekick: The Coolest Smartphone of All Time
(A detailed look back at the T-Mobile Sidekick)
Read More on ComplexWhy Sound Quality Matters: A Guide to Enjoying Hi-Def Sound
(Guide with recommendations to headphones and speakers)
Read More on ComplexThis Controller Helped a Quadriplegic Gamer Become One of the Best in the World
(An interview with a gamer who uses the Quadstick adaptive gaming controller)
Read More on PeoplePEOPLE's First VR Interview in the Metaverse
(An interview about culture and tech using Facebook's Oculus headset, including an explainer about VR and app recommendations)
Read More on PeopleCheck Out Nintendo's 'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' and New 'Mario Party' Game for Switch
(Video game product overview)
Read More on PeopleApple Debuts iPhone 12 with 5G Connectivity — Here's Everything You Need to Know
(Apple products overview)
Read More on PeopleEverything to Know About Apple's iPhone X and Its FaceID Technology
(Apple products overview)
Read More on PeopleMy Mom's Text Was Delivered Months After Her Death — All Because of a Phone Glitch
(Explainer and my personal experience about a nationwide glitch affecting thousands of smartphone customers)
Read More on People10 Ways Your Music Technology Is Years Behind
(Explainer on how to buy high-definition music tech and services)
Read More on ComplexBest Apps to Stay Social and See Friends While Isolated Over Coronavirus
(App reviews to benefit mental health during the pandemic)
Read More on PeopleApple's New 'Family Setup' Could Change How Parents and Kids Communicate
(Feature overview and explainer of how parents can use a new Apple Watch update)
Read More on PeopleHoliday Gift Guide: The Best Tech Gadgets
(Guide on tech gadgets featuring GoPro, Amazon, Moto, TCL, and more companies that contributed products for review)
Read More on ComplexStrangers Woke Me Up For a Week Straight Using This App, and Things Got Weird
(App review)
Read More on ComplexHands-On With the Apple Watch
(Overview of the in-person unveiling of the Apple Watch)
Read More on ComplexFinance, Health and Lifestyle How-Tos and Interviews
Here are links to some explainers and how-tos covering finance, travel and health.
Thinking About Visiting a National Park? Here's Everything You Need to Know for the Best Trip Ever
(I visited two National Parks for this explainer)
Read More on PeopleSingle Mom Whose Net Worth Reached $750K in 4 Years Shares Her Budgeting Advice
(Zoom interview and explainer of FIRE savings method)
Read More on PeopleCEO Who Gave Employees $70K Salary Reveals 'Aggressive' Advice to Raise Your Income
(Finance advice and interview with a tech CEO)
Read More on PeopleA Toolkit to Caring for a Loved One with Cancer
(A guide I wrote about my routine while caring for my sick mother)
Read More on BlogIntermittent Fasting May Help You Live Longer and Fight Diseases, Study Says
(Explainer on the benefits of intermittent fasting)
Read More on PeopleWWE's Roman Reigns Talks His Mental Health and Fitness Routine
(Interview with WWE champion Roman Reigns about the "Yoda 3 Training" program)
Read More on People4 People Have Died at Grand Canyon This Year — Here's How You Can Stay Safe
(Interview with Grand Canyon branch chief about safety tips when visiting the tourist destination)
Read More on PeopleHere's How to Minimize Your Chances of Causing a Fire When Using a Space Heater
(Home safety and precautionary explainer following multiple fires caused by space heaters)
Read More on PeopleJay Leno on How He Takes Care of His Heart Health After Rodney Dangerfield’s Death
(Explainer on tracking high cholesterol and interview with Jay Leno)
Read More on PeopleTony Hale Says His Asthma Can Be 'Very Scary'
(Interview with Arrested Development's Tony Hale about his battle with asthma and partnership with drug company AstraZeneca)
Read More on PeopleHow Wrestling Icon Diamond Dallas Page Uses Yoga to Heal Others
(Interview with pro wrestling icon Diamond Dallas Page about his new life as a yoga instructor)
Read More on The Messenger (Archive)Father of 2 Starts Organization to Save Others After His ALS Diagnosis
(Interview to raise awareness about ALS symptoms)
Read More on PeopleMom Pays Off $77K Debt Thanks to These 3 Budgeting Methods
(Explainer about a mom about her viral budgeting strategy using sources and research)
Read More on PeopleHigh Schooler Who Built Multimillion-Dollar Slime Brand Tells Teens How to 'Go for It'
(Interview with a high school CEO who offers her entrepreneurial advice)
Read More on PeopleExperts Say a 'Major Recession' Is Coming — Here's How to Prepare, According to Suze Orman
(Finance explainer including interview with Suze Orman)
Read More on PeopleInterviews + Product Tie-Ins
Here are a few links to interviews that incorporated brand or product placements.
Tom Brady On His Personal Style Tips, and Launch of Christopher Cloos Collection
(Interview with Tom Brady on fashion and his new Christopher Cloos partnership)
Read More on PeopleJohn Cena and Jimmy Fallon Pump Iron and Drink Beer for Michelob Ultra
(In-person interview with John Cena and Jimmy Fallon promoting low-calorie beer, Michelob Ultra)
Read More on PeopleCharles Barkley on How He's (Finally) Improved His Golf Game
(Interview with Charles Barkley and his partnership with AleveX)
Read More on PeopleKobe Bryant Talks His New Kids Podcast, Inspired By Daughters
(Interview with Kobe Bryant, who talked anxiety and his new podcast)
Read More on PeopleWilliam Shatner Is Back in the Captain's Seat in New Brookstone Campaign
(Interview with William Shatner in his partnership Brookstone)
Read More on PeopleDwyane Wade Talks NBA Retirement, and Making His Own Budweiser Brand
(Interview with Dwyane Wade about the NBA and partnership with Budweiser)
Read More on PeopleCarmelo Anthony Is Ready to Share the Story He 'Never Wanted' to Tell in New Book
(Interview with Carmelo Anthony in collaboration with Simon & Schuster book publishing)
Read More on PeopleScottie Pippen Speaks Rivalry with Michael Jordan In New Book
(Interview with Scottie Pippen to promote his new memoir)
Read More on PeopleNigel Sylvester, BMX Star, Is Riding from the Screen to the Page with New Book
(Interview and collaboration with viral star Nigel Sylvester and Rizzoli book publishing)
Read More on PeopleNFL's Patrick Mahomes and Troy Polamalu Talk Being Hair Icons
(Interview with Patrick Mahomes and Troy Polamalu promoting a Head & Shoulders campaign)
Read More on PeopleHouston Texans Star JJ Watt Talks Married Life and Workout Regimen
(Interview with JJ Watt promoting Gatorade)
Read More on PeopleShaquille O'Neal On How Exercise Helped Him Following Kobe Bryant's Death
(Interview with Shaq about Novex Biotech's line of men’s performance products)
Read More on PeopleMultimedia Examples
These are a few links to stories showcasing my photography and video skills! They are links to articles and personal social media posts.
We Tried It: Flying In a F-16 with the Air Force
(Includes footage I helped capture and edit from the experience. Collaboration with U.S. Air Force)
Read More on PeopleHow a Mom Turned the Tragedy of Her Son's Death Into a Lifeline for the Homeless
(Includes my original photographs, and a 4-minute documentary I filmed and edited)
Read More on PeopleSkateboarding Legend Brandon Turner Is Helping Others Battle Addiction
(Features multiple interviews and my original photography)
Read More on PeopleInstagram Reel: Sony DualSense Edge Review
60-second review of Sony's DualSense Edge controller.
Watch on InstagramInstagram Reel: PlayStation VR2 Review
60-second review of the PSVR 2 headset.
Watch More on InstagramInstagram Reel: Xbox Series S Limited Edition Toaster Review
60-second review of the Xbox Series S special edition controller.
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