The Brooks Review

Since 2010

  • About
  • Archive
  • Newsletter
  • Join Now

Month: June 2016

  • Comparing iPad Pros

    The 12.9″ should be thought of as the 15″ MacBook Pro is on the MacBook lineup.

    Published June 30, 2016
  • Daydreaming of an iPad-only future

    Tom on The Minimal: Going all in on iPad-only? The question for me today is when rather than how. He’s not just talking about leaving the Mac either, he’s looking at what it would be like to just have one device. As in: iPhone or iPad only. He’s got some really good points on both […]

    Published June 29, 2016
  • Finding a Good Apple Pencil Handwriting Note App

    I want a smart notebook, not a digital version of my paper notebook.

    Published June 27, 2016
  • 20 Best Carry on Backpacks 2016

    I don’t agree with the title of this post, but It is a good list to get you started.

    Published June 26, 2016
  • Items for Sale

    I’ve posted four bags for sale. I’ll be posting my MacBook on that page Monday. Keep an eye on it from time to time. Some great deals on some of my bags. Pretty much all of them can be considered in excellent condition.

    Published June 24, 2016
  • An Osprey Farpoint 40 Review at Scientifics

    A nice review from Steve on a bag which is easily one of the most recommended travel bags I see on forums.

    Published June 23, 2016
  • The Primary OS

    Yes I have two iPad Pro’s, but I am also iOS only now

    Published June 22, 2016
  • Aer Travel Pack

    This is one really good looking travel bag at great price.

    Published June 21, 2016
  • Photo Walk Recap by Erin Brooks

    This was a really fun event to attend and see happen. I also grabbed a couple of the best shots I’ve taken this year: See it on Instagram. See it on Instagram.

    Published June 18, 2016
  • GORUCK GR Echo

    This is a really small bag.

    Published June 17, 2016
  • The End of Apple Man

    Katie Notopoulos on watchOS 3: The second feature is the emergency alert system. To me, this seemed so clearly designed for women – a safety alert system for walks home at night or through a deserted parking lot. Safety was one of the features women liked about the Apple Watch to begin with – like […]

    Published June 15, 2016
  • Traveling Light: Packing It All Up

    Variety is the weight in travel.

    Published June 11, 2016
  • Traveling Light: Everything Else

    The potpourri post of the series.

    Published June 10, 2016
  • The Great Content Blocker Showdown

    Yeah, 1Blocker, basically.

    Published June 9, 2016
  • 1Blocker for Mac

    Really great app, now on the Mac. What I like best: you get a lot of control over it, and it syncs your settings from iOS. Whitelist a site on iOS, it is whitelisted on your Mac. Love that.

    Published June 9, 2016
  • Aer Travel Pack on Kickstarter

    Aer has launched a new travel backpack/carryon today on Kickstarter. I have a review sample of the pack and will have something to share soon on it. In the mean time, it’s a really well made bag. Here’s a few comparison photos you might find interesting: Aer Travel Pack next to SLICKS Aer Travel Pack […]

    Published June 7, 2016
  • iOS 10 Security Wishlist

    Hopes and dreams of an even more secure iOS.

    Published June 7, 2016
  • Traveling Light: Shoes

    The key is to just not put any shoes in your bag.

    Published June 6, 2016
  • Heading to the Coffee Shop

    I’ve seen people bring a 65L hiking backpack so they can work for 45 minutes at Starbucks.

    Published June 3, 2016
  • Crafting My Home Office

    Be selfish.

    Published June 1, 2016

About the Site

  • No Ads.
  • No B.S.
  • Lots of Words.
  • Guy Named Ben.

Follow Along

  • RSS / JSON Feed
  • @brooksreview
  • Member RSS Feed
  • Contact Ben

AN ETERNAL COPYRIGHT©


Powered by ego.

Why are you still reading this? You must be quite the completionist.

MENU
  • About
  • Archive
  • Newsletter
  • Join Now