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Do You Think Cybersecurity Has Become Obsolete?

So many people seem to be focused on cybersecurity and privacy in their computing. Yet time after time, year after year, week after week, we continue to read more and more about data breaches leaking our account info, passwords, financial data, etc. It’s hard to figure out how to keep your information safe. Forbes suggested recently that Facebook’s latest password breach suggests that Internet users see cybersecurity as obsolete. Is this true? Do we not even think it’s possible anymore? Do you think cybersecurity has become obsolete? Our Opinion Sayak believes that cybersecurity is changing a lot from how we first perceived it. “It’s is… Read more

Scissors are the main focus of SOG’s Snippet multi-tool

NEWS – If you carry a multi-tool, you know how the scissors feature seems to be an after-thought because they can be tiny and awkward to use. But that’s not the case with the SOG Snippet multi-tool. The scissors in this EDC multi-tool are the main featured tool.




There are even finger loops to make the scissors as close to a traditional pair of scissors as you can get in folding multi-tool design.

Offering 7 tools in 1 pocket-friendly sized tool, the stainless steel SOG Snippet also has a knife, a screwdriver, a nail file, a toothpick, a set of tweezers, and a bottle opener. It’s priced at $27.95 it’s available now from SOG.

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How to Change Your LUKS Encryption Passphrase

You decided to protect your data with LUKS, and that’s great, but you chose a bad passphrase, and you need to change it. You’re in luck. Unlike a lot of encryption solutions, LUKS actually does allow you to change your passphrase fairly easily. Unfortunately, this isn’t a solution for a lost passphrase, you do need to know your previous one, but it is a great way to rotate passphrases or get rid of a poorly designed old one. Changing the Passphrase Simply changing your passphrase on a LUKS drive with only one passphrase is extremely easy. Open a terminal and run the following command, substituting… Read more

moshi Symbus Q USB-C docking station with wireless charger review

REVIEW – Laptop + large monitor = a boost in productivity. But how do you connect your laptop to your monitor? When you have a 12inch MacBook like I do, you have to have a USB-C dock like the moshi Symbus Q USB-C docking station with wireless charger. Let’s check it out.

What is it?

The moshi Symbus Q USB-C docking station with wireless charger is a USB-C dock that has an HDMI port that supports 4K, 2 USB ports, an Ethernet port, and fast wireless charging.

Hardware specs

Qi-certified wireless charging – supports Apple 7.5 W and Samsung 9 W wireless fast charging
Charges through cases up to 5 mm thick
HDMI port for adding an external display (4K@30Hz, 1080p@60Hz)
Gigabit Ethernet port for wired data transfer up to 1000 Mbps
2 USB-A ports for connecting a keyboard, mouse, or hard drive with data transfer at rates up to 5 Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 1)
High-speed USB port for charging your smartphone or tablet (2.1A)
Full USB PD function for fast-charging USB-C laptops (up to 60 W)

What’s in the box?

  • Symbus Q docking station
  • Power cord
  • AC adapter

Design and features

In the most basic sense, the moshi Symbus Q is a rectangular device with a 19.5 inch USB-C cable that comes out the back side.

The top of the dock has a woven cover with a geometric design that is made of raised rubber ridges that help to keep a device from sliding around when using the wireless charging feature.

The sides of the dock are made of what I think is brushed aluminum and the base is black plastic.

The front of the dock has a status LED on the left side that glows green while the dock is being used as an HDMI adapter between your laptop and a display. The status LED glows in red while throbs in green while the Qi wireless charging feature is being used and will blink red if you place a non-Qi compatible device on top.

The back of the moshi Symbus Q has an Ethernet port, a 4K HDMI port, and the power port.

To test the functionality of this docking station, I tested it with my 12-inch MacBook and BenQ monitor. If you are familiar with the 12 inch MacBook, you’ll know that it has only 1 port, a USB-C port. That’s it. So the Symbus Q offers a lot of functionality by plugging directly into the MacBook’s USB-C port. Then I connect an HDMI cable (not included) from the dock to the monitor.

I had no issues using HDMI connectivity with this dock and my MB. It worked great. The dock supports 4K so I also tested with a 4K monitor and had no issues there either.

The wireless charging feature worked fine as well. I currently only have one device that I could test this feature though… a Sony Xperia XZ2.

I also tested the USB ports on the front of the dock and they both worked as expected.

One thing that I didn’t test was the Ethernet port. I don’t use a wired network in my office, so I had no good way to test the functionality of that feature.

The features that I was able to test all performed flawlessly. However, I did discover one bummer…

The snazzy padded cover over the wireless charging surface is just stuck on the top with a ring of adhesive that isn’t sticking all that well as you can see from the image above.

What I like

  • 4K docking station with a built-in Qi charger
  • Attractive design

What needs to be improved

  • Padded top is attached with adhesive

Final thoughts

I like the features and the look of the moshi Symbus Q USB-C docking station but the problem with the padded cover not sticking securely in place is a little worrisome especially when you factor in the $164.95 price tag. I’d rather just buy their $59 USB-C hub and their $40 Otto wireless charging pad and save $65.

Price: $164.95
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: The sample for this review was provided by moshi.

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Check out the Thirteener, Saddleback Leather’s thinnest briefcase yet!

NEWS – Spring is bringing all sorts of new designs from Saddleback Leather! Meet the Thirteener, which looks like their leanest & meanest briefcase design yet!

This design takes some of the best elements of previous Saddleback briefcase designs, presented in a tightly streamlined package. Measuring in at 14.25″ by 10″ by 2.5″ and 4 pounds, the size of the Thirteener looks ideal for office use at a reasonable carry weight. You’ve got a main compartment that includes a laptop divider and a false bottom flap to hide cash or documents. The front pocket has 2 sub-pockets to help sort out your electronic goodies, and the bag has a rear pocket for documents or quick grab items. And there’s a key leash. All the essential elements are represented!

What’s really interesting about this design is that you won’t find any D-ring attachment points or external pouches here, so it’s a might more dressed up for office use without losing that rugged go-anywhere vibe that Saddleback is known for.

I’ve been a fan of Saddleback’s new, simpler design language and this looks like another great design. This one retails for $349. Check it out at the Saddleback Leather Web Site!

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