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Author: Michael Kaufman

Michael Kaufman draws on fifteen years of professional expertise as an Architect and a passion for cutting-edge technology to publish the Architechnologist – an online magazine dedicated to exploring the emerging technology that affects how we experience the world around us. Michael was recognized as one of the "Top Tech Writers To Watch In 2016" by Data2GoWireless. He also serves as a judge for the Innovations Design and Engineering Awards at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. He regularly participates in roundtables and speaking engagements as a thought-leader and influencer.
Animations will light up the room with the Twinkly Matrix light curtain.

Twinkly Matrix LED Curtain Is Next Level Dorm Room

August 22, 2024August 21, 2024Michael Kaufman

A Matrix curtain of smart LEDs from Twinkly provides unlimited effects and animations to make your kid’s dorm room the one where everyone wants to be.

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Roborock flagship S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum resolves many of the painpoints from previous models.

Clean up With Roborock on Prime Day

July 12, 2024July 11, 2024Michael Kaufman

Robot vacuums from Roborock have been defining the latest features for ten years and are now the number one robot vacuum in worldwide sales. You can get one for yourself with Prime Day discounts.

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The foundation of the eufy Security system is the five-piece home alarm kit.

Eufy Security for Off-Campus Housing

July 11, 2024July 10, 2024Michael Kaufman

Security systems are common in family homes, but what about when your child is renting a house for off-campus housing? Eufy comes to the rescue with a system that fits.

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The Bark Phone is a smart phone that helps keep your kids safe and it looks like a “normal” phone because it is.

The Bark Phone Calls for Children’s Online Safety

December 8, 2022December 7, 2022Michael Kaufman

All the features of the award-winning Bark parental controls system and so much more built into the Bark Phone… a smartphone that the kids will actually want to carry.

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Bartend with your favorite top-shelf liquors, Bev brings it home.

Another Round From Bev

September 16, 2022September 15, 2022Michael Kaufman

The bev Cocktail Maker Machine automatically creates cocktails with your favorite spirits (and lets you show off your top-shelf choices too).

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Beautiful Flare bracelets have hidden technology that provides a safe and discreet method for getting out of dangerous situations.

Beautiful Flare Bracelets Provide Personal Security

September 11, 2022September 10, 2022Michael Kaufman

A Flare safety bracelet gives the wearer immediate help with the press of a button, so you can always be prepared, get help faster, and discreetly exit unwanted situation.

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Vacuum, mop and dry floors with a single Roborock Dyad (well-trained dog not included).

Roborock Dyad Cleans Up (Again)

February 21, 2022February 20, 2022Michael Kaufman

An amazing new wet-dry vacuum with multiple rollers and motors, Roborock’s new, Dyad will vacuum, mop and dry floors conveniently in one session.

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The Cricut Maker 3 created this custom GeekDad vinyl decal (insert) that now graces my MacBook lid.

Making It With a Cricut Maker 3

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022Michael Kaufman

The updated Cricut Maker 3 machines is smarter and faster and lets you craft all kinds of wonderfully custom projects.

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Small virtual classes are led by YaizY tutors.

New Online Learning Platform YaizY

December 30, 2021January 3, 2022Michael Kaufman

Designed for 8-17 year olds, YaizY courses cultivate the skills and drive needed to excel in multimedia arts and technology.

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The second-generation Amber X is small, faster and packs new and improved features from the original.

Smaller Amber X Is A Big Deal + Discount

November 10, 2021November 9, 2021Michael Kaufman

Amber X features a huge privacy-first update to a favorite network-accessible storage with incredible cloud connectivity.

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The Modula5 system provides wireless Qi charging for the devices YOU have, not the ones they want you to.

All the Power From Modula5, None of the Wires

August 8, 2021August 7, 2021Michael Kaufman

A Modula5 system provides wireless Qi charging for the devices you have, not the ones they want you to.

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Your intrepid wizard boarding at King’s Cross Station for a trip to Hogwarts.

Wands at the Ready! Two VR Experiences Come to Harry Potter New York

July 15, 2021July 14, 2021Michael Kaufman

Two exclusive Virtual Reality Experiences are launching at Harry Potter New York putting fans right in the middle of the magical world.

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An Interview with Rony Abovitz -- "Sun and Thunder"

A Future Full of Sun and Thunder | An Interview with Rony Abovitz

April 17, 2021April 16, 2021Michael Kaufman

A visionary again imagines a change to the fabric of the future, Rony Abovitz and his new venture Sun and Thunder are proposing some serious tech that verges on science fiction… for now.

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Draw your own games, then play them with Pixicade.

Games From ‘Pixicade’ Are as Unlimited as Your Imagination

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021Michael Kaufman1

With a rebrand and a bunch of new features, the new Pixicade expands on teaching game design and dynamics to complement coding skills.

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New CINEMOOD TV lets families enjoy video content anywhere.

Family Entertainment Everywhere: Cinemood TV

January 16, 2021January 15, 2021Michael Kaufman1

Updating an already amazing device, the CINEMOOD TV offers a brighter, louder, immersive viewing experience without the need for screens, VR headsets… or Wi-Fi!

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Roborock S7 lifts the mop when it sees carpet.

CES2021 Report: Roborock Cleans Up Again

January 13, 2021Michael Kaufman

Debuting a game-changing robot vacuum at CES2021, the Roborock S7 is a truly autonomous, multi-surface, wet-dry that will set the bar for the category.

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Black Friday Deals on Our Favorite Robot Vacuums From Roborock

November 22, 2020November 21, 2020Michael Kaufman

Great prices for Black-Friday/Cyber-Monday week—Roborock is discounting all their best robot vacuums.

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Sunsa Wand automates existing blinds with smart home functionality.

Crowdfunding Alert: Sunsa Wand – Simple Smart Blinds

August 5, 2020August 4, 2020Michael Kaufman

The Sunsa Wand is an affordable and easy to install, retrofit solution to automate your existing blinds.

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Impractical Jokers: Box of Challenges game

Review: ‘Impractical Jokers: Box of Challenges’

August 1, 2020July 31, 2020Michael Kaufman

The ‘Impractical Jokers: Box of Challenges’ game challenges players to prove that they have what it takes to be one of the Jokers with undercover challenges and laughing at hilarious (and awkward) card combinations.

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EyeQue Try-On Glasses let users try their new prescription without the high cost.

Breaking News! See Vision Tests Clearly at Home with an EyeQue Kit

June 22, 2020Michael Kaufman

Home tests of your vision with specialized hardware and a smart device. Fast and affordable methods of keeping an eye on your prescriptions (pun fully intended). See the accuracy for yourself with Try-On Glasses in just five days.

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Three new cabinets from Arcade1Up.

New From Arcade1Up: Old Favorites

June 11, 2020June 11, 2020Michael Kaufman

Get the arcade cabinet that you used to dump quarters into for yourself! Arcade1Up cabinets feature a collection of classic arcade games with the joystick and button configurations you remember.

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New "Kent" Tracksuit from SuperX is Super all the way around.

Bring Out Your Inner Superhero with SuperX Apparel + Discount!

May 28, 2020May 27, 2020Michael Kaufman

Superhero-inspired SuperX premium training apparel with quality that puts you in a whole new league.

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Bartesian robot bartender uses your favorite liquors to craft cocktails.

Bartesian Brings Mixology Home

April 30, 2020April 29, 2020Michael Kaufman

Crafting drinks at home for everyone with the Bartesian cocktail machine, no bartender required.

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The new Roborock S6 MaxV has stereo cameras for an incredible an obstacle avoidance system.

High-Tech Roborock Housekeeping Robots

April 29, 2020April 29, 2020Michael Kaufman

Keeping your home clean with some high-tech hardware from Roborock that features big power in a small package.

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Geek Links: Nucleus PowerHub on Kickstarter

April 24, 2020April 23, 2020Michael Kaufman

The Nucleus PowerHub promises an 85-watt MacBook charger, plus multi-port hub, in a tiny, lightweight package. Courtesy: Kickstarter/Oneadaptr

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The updated CINEMOOD 360 projects virtual reality in an amazing new way.

Get Out with CINEMOOD 360 (While Staying In)

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020Michael Kaufman

The CINEMOOD 360 is the latest update to the amazing kid-friendly projector. Now putting 360-degree content in the palm of your hand in an amazing new way.

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The 'What Do You Meme? Family Edition' is social media inspired fun the kids can participate in.

Social Media Fun With ‘What Do You Meme? Family Edition’

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020Michael Kaufman1

Screen-free game time inspired by social media: ‘What Do You Meme?’ is finally available in a family-friendly edition.

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CoComelon's "Wash Your Hands Song".

CoComelon Delivers Preschool Entertainment at Home

April 2, 2020April 1, 2020Michael Kaufman1

While parents are having meetings on Zoom and students are learning how to learn remotely, CoComelon gives preschoolers their own content to entertain and educate.

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PokerFace app is Texas Hold’em Poker with video chat.

Texas Hold ’em Poker With Video Chat: The Social Distance Edition

March 31, 2020March 30, 2020Michael Kaufman1

‘PokerFace’ lets you play Texas Hold’em Poker with friends via live group video chat around a virtual Poker Table.

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Ducktales Season 3

10 (Spoiler-Free) Things to Know About ‘DuckTales’ Season 3

March 30, 2020March 29, 2020Michael Kaufman

‘Ducktales Season 3’ sends the Duck family (and a rotating selection of well-known guests) around the globe on a search for the world’s greatest lost artifacts.

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