Ultra High Capacity 50000mAh 185Wh 6 Port (5/12/20V) Portable Charger, Kayo Maxtar

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Something I did not add to the review when first noted is a note on a USB load inducer, which is also utilized in testing. 34000 MaH at 5V, and higher at the 3.7V rate (around 46,000), which is a huge output level.

The Kayo Maxtar 6-port 50,000 mAh ultra-high capacity charger is a force to be reckoned with, and I say that as someone that is obsessed with power banks as of late. This is the 31st power bank I have owned and the largest by and far, and it is also the only one I have truly been able to keep multiple devices including a laptop charged with because of the sheer amount of charge this is capable of holding.

Before beginning the review, I want to note that this is the 3rd item I have tried from this manufacturer and each one has done remarkably well. I utilize a variety of testing methods to make certain that all ports are within their parameters, that everything works properly including regulation and powering down, and they have all done remarkably well here. I take the testing of items that I place my devices in contact with VERY seriously, too, because any subpar performance is unacceptable. I have also been happy with their ability to fielding questions and in relating information.

Here, you have a 50000 mAh charger with 6-ports suited to charge quite a few different device types. You have 2 5V/1A USB outputs for action cameras and phones, 2 5V/2.1A USB outputs for charging tablets, a 12V output for cameras, and a 20V output for laptop charging.

With regard to laptop charging, you need to check the power bank attached to your laptop and figure this at +/- 5% (or equal) to see if your V will work. If you have any questions on fit, you can contact Kayo Maxtar and they can help you there as well.

When it comes to mAh and device charging, you should consider the battery type to determine the amount of charges supplied. This is a simplified method and does not take into account a number of variables, but say the Samsung GS5 has a 2900 mAh battery in it and your camera has a 2100mAh battery in it. If both are almost depleted, you can get a feel for how long 50,000 mAh will last. Some items tout huge numbers, too, but this actually does deliver on the numbers it is touting, which is very impressive.

Equally impressive is the way this is designed, with it being nice quality and durable and also smaller than I envisioned. It is going to be larger than a 13,000 mAh charger, per say, but it was far lighter and more compact than I envisioned. I say this as a great thing, too, and something I was impressed by.

This comes with a number of ends for device attachment, and a power plug for the device, a carrying case as well.

Sentey Bluetooth Headset B-Trek H10 LS-4570 Headphone Review

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This was originally uploaded to Amazon for reviewing purposes and has been converted here as well.

These Sentey B-Trek H10 headphones have a lot of good things going for them including aesthetics, quality of design, battery life, and their ability to not only work wirelessly but also with a wire. I particularly like the wired feature because it adds not only to the performance life but also to the quality of sound and to the overall user base, which is a great thing that not enough headphones come with.

With regard to looks, I really like the way these are presented. They do not look like knock-offs but instead like an alternative brand design. The coloration really stands out and makes these present well and look great, which accents the design and functionality.

As far as design goes, these are very well-made, as you can see in the video. The have a solid design and excellent padding, which is essential on over-ear designs. They are very durable so you do not have to worry about them giving out, and provide an excellent frame for long-term wear without many of the issues newer, flimsier models present. The controls are also easy to find while you are out, and the ports for all features are easy to locate.

With regard to functionality, they control well from the start and are really responsive. They synch well, keep the 30 plus feet distance they tout, and the controls respond really well. Something I want to add with this is the instructions included, because they walk you through all types of functionality without confusing the subject. Too often, you are left on your own trying to figure out your item, and that oftentimes leads to frustration and the use of only the easiest controls. Here, you have call and music features explained, and I like that a lot because I feel that a person like myself can benefit from seeing the newest options while more introductory users can maximize their experience.

Sound-wise, these perform above-average, meaning they do really well in my opinion. I rate items in three categories, with music-first/call-second, call-first/music-second, and sport as its own range. These are in the music-first, which means they end up being held to a higher standard because of they tout sound performance. With Bluetooth, you have to remember that you do have a diminished capacity with regard to wireless anyhow, which is not the headphones in any way, and that the wire helps with this. Even noting this, however, I felt good with long-term listening and liked these. Now, I note that with a testing standard used across all items, with headphones having all mediums tried but electronics primarily being utilized because of their range of eclectic sounds. Basically, low-end headphones do not pick up all ranges, so that works as a good testing component, which these did great with. I also adopt LOSSLESS or Flac across music, of 320 when that is not available to ensure fair test parameters.

As far as battery life goes, these last a LONG time. They are perhaps the longest lasting continual play item i have tried thusfar, and that means a lot to me. You can also extend this with the wire, basically not needing the battery at all. So, if you were out and forgot to charge up, you could still use the headphones and not sack them like most Bluetooth requires.

Please note these were supplied as a sample or at reduced cost, and that the opinions are my own. I tested these for 22 days before reviewing and took them out a lot, and I enjoyed the experience.

Spider with babies! (macro recording, wolf spider)

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This is a wolf spider with babies riding along. I tried not to dislodge any when I was making them move – if it would have been too bothersome, the mother would have reacted more. This is a few videos combined into one, and it was rushed due to this being filmed with a lot of time constraint. It was filmed with a Nikon D3200 with a 40mm macro f/2.8, which did good considering the oddity of the spider’s angle

Macro Spider Video, Nikon D3200 Lens 40mm f/2.8

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NOTE: This is video, not pictures. This was an attempt to film an orb weaver spider using the Nikon D3200, with a 40mm macro lens. This was comprised of two videos. The spider was over 8 feet up from me and was hiding during the daylight hours, so I had to hold the camera above my head. I used Youtube’s anti-shake settings to stabilize this further, but it blues it somewhat.

Additionally, this was solely the camera without use of an outer microphone, so the sound was removed. The D3200 makes noise when zooming and whatnot so I removed that.