Articles by TJ Fink, Contributing Editor

As a freelance journalist, TJ has over a decade of multi-medium storytelling under his belt. Leveraging a quarter century of collective coddiwompling amid the ever-evolving landscape of wireless gadgetry, his unique editorial background allows him to explore a variety of tech-centric subsectors on this fascinating planet. When he's not field testing new gear in the Catskills, Adirondacks, or an actual field, he can be found sipping Negronis in his living room and crafting Dr. Seussian poetry inside a tattered moleskin.

Articles by: TJ Fink

Into the metaverse: save up to $200 on the HP Reverb G2 VR headset for Prime Day

By TJ Fink published 11 July 22

Prime Day 2022 deals are officially underway, and there are plenty to be had in the VR space. Case-in-point: you can save up to 200 bucks on the HP Reverb G2 VR headset right now.

Ace in the hole! Save $220 on the Core i5-powered Acer Aspire 3 for Prime Day

By TJ Fink published 11 July 22

Prime Day 2022 deals are upon us at last, and that includes some tip-top laptops like the Acer Aspire 3, a 17-inch beast loaded with Core i5 processing power, Intel Iris Xe graphics, and 8GB of RAM.

Cosmonious High review: back to summer school in the metaverse

By TJ Fink published 22 May 22

The makers of Job Simulator and Vacation Simulator created an alien education VR game that takes you into the metaverse — and out of this world.

Best laptops for Cricut makers 2022

By TJ Fink published 28 March 22

Cricut machines are nothing without the tech they’re connected to, and the best Cricut laptops strike the perfect balance between portability, performance, and pure functionality.

Best Cricut machines in 2022

By TJ Fink published 26 March 22

Whether your hobbies involve cutting cardstock, felt, fabric, plastic, pleather or matboard, Cricut machines take the guesswork out of executing your next creative project.

Virtuoso preview: a virtual music creation sandbox for your inner musician’s inner child

By TJ Fink last updated 2 March 22

Whether you’re a musical noob or professional ivory-tickler, Virtuoso lets you unleash the beast of your inner beat.

WFH Creators Stand Up Desk review

By TJ Fink last updated 11 February 22

Work From Home Desks cost a pretty penny, but the do-it-yourself nature of their standing desks let your inner child run wild.

Lepow Lite H1 portable display review

By TJ Fink published 24 January 22

There are plenty of reasons to invest in an external monitor, and the Lepow Lite H1 is packed with 14 inches of beautiful 1080p goodness.

HP Envy Inspire 7955e All-in-One Printer review

By TJ Fink published 15 January 22

Editor's Choice

Whether you need it for work or play, the HP Envy Inspire 7955e All-in-One Printer is reasonably priced and loaded with useful features to maximize your productivity.

Best dictation software for writers 2021

By TJ Fink last updated 11 January 22

For aspiring writers of any genre, dictation software can help you finish that first draft in record time.

Epson EcoTank ET-2850 All-in-One Printer review

By TJ Fink published 21 December 21

Featuring a unique cartridge-free design with refillable ink tanks, the Epson EcoTank ET-2850 is an innovative printing solution at a relatively reasonable price.

I saw the sign: HP Omen 16 with GTX 1650 starting at $800 for Cyber Monday

By TJ Fink published 29 November 21

Cyber Monday 2021 ain't over yet, and HP is still slashing prices on plenty of gaming laptops, including the $800 HP Omen 16. You'll save up to $300 bucks with this Cyber Monday deal.

Zoom zoom! Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 with RTX 3050 gets $250 price drop for Cyber Monday

By TJ Fink published 29 November 21

Save a pretty penny on the RTX 3050 Ti-powered Asus ROG Zephyrus M16

Supernatural review — the VR fitness app that’s shaking up the metaverse

By TJ Fink, Kimberly Gedeon published 29 November 21

Editor's Choice

Supernatural has a little something for everyone, and it’s the most immersive VR fitness app we’ve tested to date.

Samsung QN55Q60TA 55" Q60T QLED 4K UHD Smart HDR TV

Wally World special: Take $470 off the Samsung QN55Q60TA 55" Q60T 4K Smart TV bundle for Cyber Monday

By TJ Fink published 28 November 21

Walmart's Cyber Monday sale is already underway, and you can find some heavy discounts on many of their 4K smart TVs, including this one.

Icy price! Early Cyber Monday deal slashes $200 off the 60" Samsung Class Q60A 4K Smart TV

By TJ Fink published 28 November 21

Samsung's Cyber Monday sale is already kicking off some sweet smart TV deals, and if you're still on the hunt for a larger-than-life TV, the Samsung Class Q60A QLED 4K Smart TV is worth a gander.

Turn it up: Beats Flex wireless earbuds just $39 in this early Cyber Monday deal

By TJ Fink published 28 November 21

This early Cyber Monday deal features Beats Flex wireless earbuds for just $39. That's $31 off and one of the best Cyber Monday earbuds deals you can get right now. Rock on!

Zounds! Black Friday Weekend continues with the $100 HyperX Cloud Flight S wireless gaming headset

By TJ Fink published 27 November 21

Listen up: the HyperX Cloud Flight S wireless gaming headset is nearly 40% off at Amazon

Beep beep! The $600 HP Envy x360 15 convertible is another Black Friday laptop deal that's a real steal

By TJ Fink published 27 November 21

Pick up the HP Envy x360 15 convertible laptop for just $600

Price drop! This $700 HP 17z laptop is one of the best Black Friday laptop deals under $1,000

By TJ Fink published 27 November 21

Snag the HP 17z laptop for just $700 at Newegg

Minecraft Mayhem! Geo GeoBook 120 Minecraft Edition laptop is $130 at Best Buy

By TJ Fink published 24 November 21

The ultralight GeoBook 120 Minecraft Edition laptop is on sale for $130, and it's practically perfect for creators of all ages

Game on! The $1,500 Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 is on sale at Best Buy

By TJ Fink published 24 November 21

The Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 gaming laptop is on sale for $1,500

This $450 HP Chromebook is one of the best Black Friday laptop deals under $500

By TJ Fink published 24 November 21

This 14-inch HP 2-in-1 touchscreen Chromebook is now $450 for Black Friday. That's an impressive $250 in savings and one of the best Black Friday laptop deals under $500.

HP ZBook Fury 17 G8 review

By TJ Fink published 7 November 21

Editor's Choice

The HP ZBook Fury 17 G8 workstation is a monster made for multitasking, loaded with eye-popping power that’s limited only by the depth of your pockets

FitXR review — fitness app for Oculus Quest

By TJ Fink published 24 October 21

Editor's Choice

For anyone looking to mix up their cardio routine with futuristic fitness tech, the FitXR Oculus app transforms your Oculus Quest headset into a virtual health hub that you can share with friends.

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