Hiro (Hiro Report)
Tech/home-automation curator who highlights approachable smart home upgrades amid broader thoughtful product picks.
AirPods Max 2: Better ANC, Fuller Bass, USB‑C, Lousy Case
Initial impressions of the AirPods Max 2: • Active Noise Cancelling is noticeably improved • Bass sounds fuller without being overwhelming • USB-C IS LIFE • It's almost comical that they're so committed to this terrible case A+
Waiting for AirPods Max 2 Shipping Date Updates
Has anyone gotten any shipping updates on the AirPods Max 2's yet? I'm still showing Apr 1-3...
GamePal App Helps You Finally Finish Games
Much like with books, I start way too many video games and never finish them. This week's ⚡ Hiro Report features an app that finally solves that (@gamepalapp)... plus: → Akai's new portable beat maker that rivals the TE K.O. II → A...
Smart Trainers Impress on First Light, Responsive Ride
Got my first run in with these smart trainers… really impressed with the ride. Couldn’t feel anything different at all, super light weight and responsive. They’re still calibrating for the first few runs but the early data is already impressive.
Got AirPods Max 2, but No Gen 1 Trade‑in
AirPods Max 2 SNAGGED ✅ (Disgruntled there’s no trade in for Gen 1 AirPods Max)
Apple’s AI Risks Falling Behind Rapid Industry Advances
I'm really stoked for WWDC this year, BUT… I've got this gnawing fear that they're going to finally unveil the new Siri/Apple intelligence, and it's going to be state-of-the-art for about six months ago. After that, I worry it’s just going to...
They Chose the Worst Possible CTA Button Label
Out of all the things they could have put on the button right next to the price (e.g. "Learn More," etc)... this is where they landed?
Apple’s New USB‑C AirPods Tempt Reluctant Upgrade
Just when I thought I'd managed to escape Apple's big March releases unscathed, they go and drop this bad boi. I've been narrowly avoiding upgrading just to switch from Lightning to USB-C but now with better ANC and H2 chip? I...
Claude Code Mobile App Fails to Link GitHub Repos
Is anyone else having trouble setting up Claude Code in the mobile app? It keeps prompting me to add my Github, which I've done repeatedly, but it never seems to work, no repos show up.
Digital APS-C Sensor Revives Classic Film Cameras
I have about a million questions... But this idea of creating a digital APS-C sensor that you can load into old film cameras is *fascinating*
Testing a TP‑Link Travel Router for Family Wi‑Fi
We've got some travel coming up, so I'm finally taking the opportunity to test out a travel router. While I wanted the slim Unifi one, it's sold out everywhere, so I grabbed this TP-Link. I'm going to try it out for:...
OpenClaw's Viral Rise Unlocks Endless Secure Business Uses
Given OpenClaw's viral surge, it was just a matter of time till the big players got in on the action. I'll be curious to see how Perplexity's take on it plays out with Personal Computer. I've seen a lot of folks...
Tonight's Hiro Report: Must‑See Tech Finds for Everyone
New Hiro Report drops tonight ⚡ Wrote this one from the couch nursing a rib injury, but I still found: • a $499 Mac that could finally dethrone Chromebooks in schools • a tool that turns your actual handwriting into a usable...
Nostalgic Gamer Craves Nothing's New Gear, Stuck in Apple
The 80's/90's gamer kid and sci fi nerd in me just totally loves the look of all this new stuff from Nothing. If I wasn't so firmly embedded in the Apple Ecosystem, I'd be spending a lot of money today.
Pokemon Fire Red Arrives Just When I Need It
With everything going on in the world, I have to say they chose to drop Pokemon Fire Red at the PERFECT time for salvaging my mental/emotional health.
IPad Air M4: Powerful, Affordable Alternative to Pro
Apple just dropped the new iPad Air now with an M4 chip, and 50% more RAM (12GB vs 8GB) than the last gen. Hell of a deal at $599. Unless you REALLY need 120Hz OLED, Apple Pencil hover, or FaceID...
Massive Tech Roundup: 12+ Bags, AI Roast, Space Pen
Tonight's newsletter features the most items of any this year-- • A deep dive into 12+ camera sling bags (from $40 to $400) • Local AI that roasts your texting habits • A $70 titanium pen that works in space • The new (to...
I Bought It Now—Don’t Wait for Next Version
"Should I buy now or wait for the next version?" If you've ever been frozen by this question, welcome to my week-long Kobo research spiral. Spoiler: I bought the thing. Want to nerd out on unverified supply chain stuff? Read on!
Going All-In on Claude: My AI Loyalty Shift
Welp, I was already using Claude more and more but now I’m EXTREMELY Team Claude