iOS 26.5 Update Rolling Out – But What’s With the File Size?

iOS 26.5 update on iPhone 17 showing 12.38GB download size

Apple started rolling out the iOS 26.5 update on May 11 (US time). For users in Korea, the iOS 26.5 update became available for download and installation starting in the early hours of May 12. iOS 26.5 looks more like a refinement update than a feature-packed release. Let’s take a look at what’s actually included. … Read more

Galaxy S25 FE One UI 8.5 Update – Call Screening is a Game Changer

Galaxy S25 FE software update screen showing One UI 8.5 with Android 16, version S731NKSU6BZDP, and 3479.62MB download size

The One UI 8.5 update has officially started rolling out to the Galaxy S25 FE. This was an update I’d been personally waiting for, so I’ll go through what’s included in One UI 8.5 along with my hands-on impressions after using it. Truthfully, it’s been a few days since I actually applied the One UI … Read more

Galaxy S25 FE Hands-On Review – Effective Price of $550

Galaxy S25 FE front view showing 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display

I’d just bought the iPhone 17 not long ago, but somehow I ended up picking up a Galaxy S25 FE as well. After using it for about two weeks, I figured I’d share my hands-on impressions. I use an iPhone as my main phone, but I’ve always kept a Galaxy as my secondary and work … Read more

Redmi Pad 2 Pro Review: Why I Chose Xiaomi’s 12-Inch Tablet Over Lenovo

Redmi Pad 2 Pro retail box

I recently picked up the Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 Pro — a 12.1-inch Android tablet — and I want to share why I chose it and what I think after using it for a while. Why I Chose the Redmi Pad 2 Pro After getting the iPhone 17, my old Galaxy Tab A9 LTE gradually … Read more

Galaxy Tab A9 LTE review — One Year Later

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9 LTE Review 8-inch tablet front view with welcome screen on display

After more than a year of daily use, here’s my full Galaxy Tab A9 LTE review. I imported this unit from overseas since it was never officially sold to individual consumers in Korea. The follow-up model, the Galaxy Tab A11, is in the same boat — so if you’re considering that one, this should serve … Read more

Ten Years of Silence: Reviving a Dead Bose SoundLink Mini for $15

Bose SoundLink Mini 1 with red charging error light and yellowed silicone case Caption: The speaker that sat dead in a drawer for nearly a decade.

I became a Bose believer the moment I put on my first pair of Bose AE headphones. The sound was unlike anything I’d experienced at that price point — warm, detailed, just a little bit magic. So when the SoundLink Mini 1 launched, I didn’t hesitate. I pre-ordered it immediately, threw in the official silicone … Read more

iPhone 11 to iPhone 17 Upgrade Review — Is It Worth Switching After 6 Years?

iPhone 17 unboxing photo showing the box, Apple iPhone 17 Silicone Case in blue, and Healing Shield AR tempered glass screen protector

This is my honest iPhone 11 to iPhone 17 upgrade review after one month of daily use. Here’s what actually changed — and what didn’t. iPhone 17 Display: Easier on the Eyes The display upgrade has been the most noticeable improvement by far. The switch from LCD to OLED, combined with a variable refresh rate … Read more

Mechanical Keyboard Cleaning: My 14-Year-Old i-rocks KR-6251

A shocking close-up of the numeric keypad area with keycaps removed, revealing a significant amount of dust, hair, and debris around the red mechanical switches.

I finally decided to retire my old mechanical keyboard. But before tucking it away in storage, I felt a sense of duty—or perhaps a lingering guilt—to give it one last deep clean. The Legend: i-rocks KR-6251 I believe I bought this keyboard back in 2012. At the time, I was suffering from finger fatigue and … Read more

Philips NanoCloud Evaporative Humidifier HU5710/00 Review

Comprehensive review of the Philips NanoCloud Evaporative Humidifier HU5710/00, featuring its natural evaporation technology, 4.5L capacity, and quiet performance for home use.

As the weather gets colder, the dryness is becoming increasingly severe. My dog Chamggae’s skin started flaking badly, I felt dryness in my nose after waking up, and finally, the discomfort from asthma symptoms increased. So, I took out the humidifiers I had in storage. I brought out three humidifiers: the once-popular ‘Miro’ humidifier, a … Read more