Tom Kuphal

West Virginia

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Is the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e as good as a laser printer?

3 days ago | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

I’m 43 now. Apparently, by the time you hit your 40s, you start caring about things like printers. I feel like I’m one of the people trying not to become their parents in a famous commercial. I recently unboxed the HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e with high hopes, and while I am overall impressed, HP still needs to make some advances in setting these printers up. For context: I’ve been burned by printers. I’m not going to lie about it, I’ve been burned by HP printers.
This Echelon Treadmill is basic but awesome

2 weeks ago | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

I work from home and am tied to my desk for easily 95% of the day. Many of you know the grind. Meeting. 30 seconds of respite. Meeting. Meeting. Lunch is often taken from the desk and occasionally I get up and stroll about the house before my next task. By the end of the day my legs feel like they will drop off my body if I don’t use them. Echelon happens to reach out asking if I may be interested in testing one of their treadmills. Perfect timing.
The Samsung 9100 Pro is the fastest SSD available

1 month ago | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

Testing hard drives is a bit of a tedious process. The toughest part about writing and perhaps reading a review on an SSD test is that no configuration is quite the same. Therefore, benchmarking becomes a bit of a trust factor. I recently tested the Samsung 9100 Pro (2TB) which releases for purchase today. While my tested speeds may vary from yours and certainly the manufacturers, the overall result should tell you one thing – this sucker is ridiculously fast.
Shure MV7i Microphone: Broadcast-quality sound with no external interface needed

1 month ago | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

Occasionally a product comes along that makes me happy and frustrated at the same time. The Shure MV7i is one of these products. I’m happy because it’s an incredible microphone that should not be ignored. I’m frustrated because I wish it would have been available 10 years ago. In this review I’ll be taking a look at the innovation behind the Shure MV7i, why it’s a must have for content creators, and the overall sound quality of the microphone. Buckle up. Let’s go.
Who's the Boss? The Boss Katana EX Gen 3 is

Jan 2, 2025 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

When I think of guitar amps, a few brands typically spring to mind. Roland, Orange, Mesa/Boogie, and of course Fender. When I think of pedals, I always first think of Boss. The only reason I can think of another brand is because I’ve tested them. This is starting to change. After testing the Boss Katana EX Gen 3 guitar amp, I’m beginning to think Boss earns its brand name. This amp is the Boss.
Whirly Board: Fitness tool, standing desk accessory, and kids' favorite

Dec 13, 2024 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

There are products out there that occasionally catch my eye. I read about them and wonder if they are worth testing out. I stew about it and consider if it might be a good option. I’ve been wanting something to stand on and to use as a footstool while I work. I want a quirky product that isn’t just “a footstool” or “hammock” for under my desk. The Whirly Board is one of those products. The folks over at Whirly Board were gracious enough to send one over for me to try out.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD Review - Speed meets stability

Dec 12, 2024 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

Blazing fast. That’s the best way to describe Samsung’s latest Solid-State Drive. The Samsung 990 EVO Plus is just fast, and it’s the perfect way to reduce loading times on a PC. If you don’t use an SSD, stop what you are doing right now and get one. They are a huge difference maker whether on PC or console. The Samsung 990 EVO Plus is super easy to install, benchmarks well, and offers a fantastic upgrade to your PC or Playstation 5.
This Snow toothbrush whitens your teeth over time

Nov 7, 2024 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

I’ve been thinking about whitening my teeth for a while now. I have my doubts about how it all works though. Over the years I’ve learned great teeth are mostly inherited. Who doesn’t love a bright smile? Over the years, my teeth have lost some of their sparkle, thanks to my daily coffee habit and the occasional can of Dr. Pepper. I’ve used whitening toothpastes for ages, but nothing really seems to make a noticeable difference.
Make your home gym mobile with Matrix Fitness adjustable dumbbells

Oct 18, 2024 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

I think I made a mistake. I started a home gym in my basement years ago. Like many Americans stranded at home circa 2020, I built my collection slowly and carefully. I now have ten sets of dumbbells and a dumbbell rack taking up quite a bit of real estate in my less than favorably sized room. I have a full-size squat rack wedged in with these dumbbells, and I need more space. Matrix Fitness makes adjustable dumbbells, solving the spatial quandary.
Should you buy a battery powered string trimmer to replace your old one? Toro thinks yes, and so do I

Oct 3, 2024 | gearadical.com | Tom Kuphal

I’ve owned the same electric Black and Decker weed whipper (whacker/eater/string trimmer) for about 20 years now. It does the job. It is utterly annoying. I have a decent size yard, and in order to reach the far corners, I’ve had to purchase hundreds of feet of extension cords to keep it running. I do like that it rotates to trim edges, but it uses gobs of string, and I have to replace said string just about every month. So, I decided to reach out to Minnesota’s own Toro brand to ease my woes.