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Syng Cell Alpha Review – It’s a Subwoofer Speaker

The Syng Cell Alpha is like no other speaker I’ve ever reviewed. It’s more similar to a subwoofer than a typical speaker. I like it!

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Dolby ATMOS Soundbar for $179? Monoprice SB-300 Review

This is my current favorite soundbar under $200!
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OSD Black MODQ2 and MODQ3

In this video Joe N Tell reviews the OSD Black MODQ2 and MODQ3 speakers.

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphone Review

I mainly use headphones for editing video and listening to music. At the time, I hadn’t spent more than $100 on headphones and was just using a pair of Sennheiser HD 202’s. Previously, I’ve had KOSS PortaPro’s and Grado SR80’s and found their sound too be good but both pairs were uncomfortable.

At first, I ordered the Audio-Technica M40x headphones, and ultimately three issues led me to return them and choose the Audio-Technica M50x instead. Firstly, the M40x doesn’t swivel in both directions, only one. Secondly, the M50x were only $50 more in price. Lastly, and most importantly to me, the M50x has larger drivers and better low-end frequency response.

As far as aesthetics go, compared to the M40x, the M50x headphones are heavier and feel like they’re built better. I really like the unique navy blue and tan color options as well.

I noticed an increased bass response with the M50x. These are great for listening to music but I would look elsewhere for something more suited for critical listening.

The M50x headphones come with a pouch and three detachable cables (one coiled and two straight cables in different lengths). I’ve worn them while traveling and there is very little sound leakage from the sealed backs.

Unfortunately, after wearing them for a few hours, my ears began to hurt. Their heavier weight, compared to the M40x’s, made them uncomfortable. I also missed the flatter frequency response that the M40x headphones had. With the larger drivers and increased bass response, I feel like they lost a little bit of the top-end clarity and transparency.

At the end of the day, if I had to do it again, I’m not sure I would choose the Audio-Technica M50x over the M40x.F or a pair of quality headphones within the $100-$150 range, I feel like both the M40x and M50x are great choices. If you prefer the look and increased bass and don’t mind the extra weight, go for the M50x. If you want one of the best value headphones the Audio-Technica M40x might be for you.

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The Moment Case and Lenses for Pixel 2 XL

After receiving the Pixel 2 XL and being impressed by its photo quality, I’ve been considering getting the Moment Lenses. Although I have a few cameras already (DSLR, micro four thirds, GoPro, and more) I felt there was a place for the Moment lenses and Pixel 2 XL combination in my arsenal. Luckily they were having a holiday sale and I was able to pick up the Moment Case in Walnut, the new Wide Lens, and the Tele Lens at a discount.

First Impressions of the Moment Lenses and Pixel 2 XL Case

Moment Case for the Pixel 2 XL

The unboxing experience was great and the packaging is well designed. The Pixel 2 XL case in Walnut feels solid and snaps on and off the phone easily. It’s by no means a slim case. It adds a little bit of bulk but it feels like the perfect balance of weight and width to support the lenses. The buttons on the side are flush with the case but are easy to find. Each lens comes with its own felt pouch for storage and a lens cap. The lenses attach easily and securely to the case.

Moment 18mm Wide Lens Review

Moment 18mm Wide Lens

The build quality on the 18mm Wide Lens is great. The lens has a good weight to it and feels well built. I used a focus calibration chart to test the lens and the lines remained straight and retained their sharpness. The Wide Lens also shows little light loss.

Moment 18mm Wide Lens on Pixel 2 XL

Moment 60mm Tele Lens Review

Moment 60mm Tele Lens

Moment 60mm Tele Lens on Pixel 2 XL

I bought the Tele lens to enhance the Pixel 2’s portrait mode and in hopes of getting some shallow depth of field when shooting video. Unfortunately I discovered that the Pixel 2’s portrait mode gets confused when the lens is in use. Additionally, the image quality is disappointing. The resulting images are soft, especially in the corners. It is noticeably less sharp and has some barrel distortion. Both the Wide and Tele lens exhibit some color fringing but it is much worse on the Tele lens. There is also significant vignetting with the 60mm Tele lens.

Moment Wide Lens vs Moment Tele Lens

Moment Tele Lens Vignetting

The Tele lens does add some depth of field when shooting videos on the Pixel 2 XL but for me it’s not worth the loss in image quality. Overall, the 60mm Tele lens did not meet my expectations.

Conclusion

I would definitely recommend the Moment Case and the 18mm Wide Lens. Instead of the 60mm Tele lens for portrait use, I prefer the Sirui Portrait Lens. It is not made for telephoto shots, but it’s much sharper around the edges for portrait shots within 10ft.

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