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5 gaming benefits for a 40 something dad Returning to playing games after taking a break had some surprising personal benefits including:- Convenience / accessibility. Emotional benefits. Cognitive benefits. Recovery benefits. Intrinsic enjoyment. See if you agree with my list.
JUL
Nintendo Switch 2 - Initial review and should you buy I was a nervous Nintendo Switch 2 shopper. As a dad in his 40s, with kids, would I get hold of this new console and still love gaming? What accessories would I need. Which Nintendo games should I buy? Zelda, Mario, Donkey Kong - are they all still amazing?
Nintendo Pro 2 Controller vs …the World Finding out if the Pro 2 by Nintendo is the best controller I have ever used. Never uncomfortable, feels premium in every way, analogue controls feel silky smooth and ultra-responsive, and it has all the Nintendo first-party extras: amiibo support, a headphone jack, extra programmable buttons, and on/off power control for the Switch 2. Superb.
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Ohto GS02 an inexpensive yet quality pen that likes better paper The OHTO GS02 is an excellent pen: slim, aluminium-bodied, and engineered with a restrained Japanese design language. It looks like a technical instrument rather than a disposable office pen, and paired with the PG-M05NP 0.5 mm ceramic gel refill it becomes an enjoyable everyday writing tool.
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Pokemon proxies helped my kids play more and avoid the challenges of collecting Pokemon is a great card /board game. I'm writing this for parents predominantly because I think the approach here can help get you and your kids into the Pokemon card game quickly and for less expense than if you start collecting cards. If you want to play the game, learn how to avoid the cost associated with buying random packs of cards and keep it cheap, then read on.
Review of the Hiplok Airtag holder and bike cable lock Finding a good lock for my bikes and my kids' bikes has been difficult. Finding Hiplok cable locks and airtag holders has really improved the security convenience factor.
A review of the Ulanzi M38 Carabiner Maglock phone stand and tripod A review of a super cool tripod with maglock and a carabiner. Feature include: 1. Phone stand, various heights and angles 2. Handheld mode, a short selfie stick 3. Tripod mode - a small leg tripod and reasonably stable 4. Magnetic / snap mode - use the magnetic base to attach to anything magnetic 5. Mantis - use the built in hook to suspend it from thin structures like the top of a TV, phone tray etc. 6. Quick release Arca tripod connector and standard 1/4” female thread connector for attaching to tripods. 7. Carabiner to connect to a bag or strap for carrying 8. Magnetic Maglock connector for phones - very strong magnet and a weaker magnet on the reverse of the head allowing other Maglock devices to be attached. 9. 360 degree rotating head
JAN
Low agitation recipe My go to recipe for getting the most out of the lightest of floral and funky roasts
Go-to Coffee Recipes and my coffee equipment Brewing coffee: Ken's equipment and recipes. Updated 2026.
Focal length matters I debated what lens to buy and ended up with something I didn't originally plan for.
JUL
Photo tips Eric Kim created his 100 photo tips and here is my version. But I stopped at 50, it seemed enough!
JAN
Fellow Mighty Carafe Review Brewing coffee is more than just a process—it can be a ritual. So, how does the Fellow Mighty Small Glass Carafe elevate that ritual and make it feel even more special?
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Exploring Photography Where to see, learn about and hear about all forms of photography. It’s funny that trying to find interesting photo blogs, tech sites, online portfolios or generally feed our obsession with photography passively when we can’t take pictures and we don’t want to sit and edit photographs is harder than I realised. They say the answer to becoming a better photographer is to take a hell of a lot of photographs, get feedback and explore work by other photographers. If we can’t get our fix practically then how do we use the resources around us to read, listen and look for ways to hone our skills?
JAN
Sri Lanka: A Photo Journal Exploring Sri Lanka in 12 days, eight hotels, a fantastic train journey and brilliant tuk tuk rides.