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<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #780 hosted by Don Baine.<img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/03/TGP-TRAVEL-PT1.png" alt="" width="800" height="533" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3960" /><br /> Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of The Gadget Professor Show!</p> <p>This week we’re doing something a little different — and I think you’re really going to enjoy this one.</p> <p>We’re taking a behind-the-scenes look at exactly what gear I bring with me when I travel abroad — whether it’s for business, trade shows, client meetings, or just a little pleasure travel.</p> <p>As you know, wherever I go, I usually need to document a new gadget, capture footage for a review, or handle a client-related request. That means the gear I pack has to be reliable, portable, and absolutely dependable. When you’re thousands of miles from home, there’s no room for failure.</p> <p>Now here’s the problem…</p> <p>I tend to overpack.</p> <p>And I suspect many of you do too.</p> <p>It’s always difficult to decide which camera to bring. Do I take the action cam? The mirrorless? The drone? Multiple lenses? Backup audio? Extra lighting? Before you know it, you’re carrying half a studio through the airport.</p> <p>And let’s be honest — TSA inspections, airline baggage restrictions, rising luggage fees, and dragging heavy gear through terminals is not fun anymore.</p> <p>So I’ve finally developed a more reliable method to determine what really makes the cut — and what stays home.</p> <p>It’s time to cull the gear.</p> <p>Trim it down.<br /> Travel smarter.<br /> And still produce professional results.</p> <p>Today I’m going to show you exactly what makes it into my travel kit — and more importantly — why.</p> <p>You may be surprised at what I leave behind.</p> <p>Stay tuned — this should be very interesting.</p> <p>I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor — and let’s get started.</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/03/04/what-tech-gear-should-you-bring-when-traveling-my-real-travel-setup-780/">What Tech Gear Should You Bring When Traveling? | My Real Travel Setup #780</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #779 hosted by Don Baine.<img decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-26-2026-10_30_17-AM-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3933" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-26-2026-10_30_17-AM-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-26-2026-10_30_17-AM-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-26-2026-10_30_17-AM-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-26-2026-10_30_17-AM.png 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f399.png" alt="🎙" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> This Week on The Gadget Professor Show</p> <p>This week we take a look at some very interesting technology news that will affect everyone — from consumers to creators to small business owners. These developments aren’t just headlines… they’re signals of where the industry is heading and how emerging tech will shape the way we work, communicate, and create.</p> <p>If you want to stay ahead of the curve, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.</p> <p><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f3c6.png" alt="🏆" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Gadget of the Week<br /> Telesin Master Grip</p> <p>Our Gadget of the Week is the Telesin Master Grip — a clever and practical device that transforms your smartphone into a stable, easy-to-hold camera grip.</p> <p>If you shoot photos or video with your phone — and let’s face it, we all do — you know how awkward it can feel trying to maintain balance, stability, and proper framing. The Telesin Master Grip solves that problem elegantly.</p> <p>It:</p> <p>Provides excellent balance and control</p> <p>Makes vertical or horizontal shooting comfortable</p> <p>Reduces hand fatigue</p> <p>Improves overall stability</p> <p>Makes your smartphone feel like a dedicated camera</p> <p>Whether you&#8217;re capturing family moments, travel footage, social media content, or professional B-roll, this grip significantly improves convenience and usability.</p> <p>It’s simple. It’s smart. And it works.</p> <p>Stay tuned as we break it all down — the tech news that matters, and a gadget that makes everyday content creation easier and more professional.</p> <p>I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor — and let’s get started.</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/26/turn-your-phone-into-a-real-camera-telesin-master-grip-779/">Turn Your Phone Into a Real Camera – Telesin Master Grip #779</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #778 hosted by Don Baine.<img decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-19-2026-09_43_17-PM-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3927" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-19-2026-09_43_17-PM-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-19-2026-09_43_17-PM-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-19-2026-09_43_17-PM-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/ChatGPT-Image-Feb-19-2026-09_43_17-PM.png 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> <strong><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/17.0.2/72x72/1f399.png" alt="🎙" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> This Week on The Gadget Professor Show</strong></p> <p>This week, I’m doing something a little different.</p> <p>Instead of reviewing the latest cutting-edge gadget, I’m talking about something we all rely on… printers — and why I made the decision to remove four HP printers from my studio and home office.</p> <p>After years of mechanical issues, frustrating customer service experiences, and being transferred endlessly on support calls, I finally hit a breaking point. My printers refused to print, claiming I did not have “valid HP ink” — even though I was enrolled in the Instant Ink program and using genuine cartridges sent directly from HP.</p> <p>When I cancelled the subscription, the printers blocked the cartridges entirely.</p> <p>That was it.</p> <p>In this episode, I’ll break down:</p> <p>What actually happened</p> <p>How subscription-based ink programs really work</p> <p>Why your printer may not truly belong to you</p> <p>And the financial reality of cartridge printing vs tank systems</p> <p>I replaced all four units with the Epson EcoTank ET-2988 — and the cost comparison may surprise you.</p> <p>This isn’t about brand bashing. It’s about consumer ownership, control, and understanding the long-term cost of the devices we bring into our homes and businesses.</p> <p>If you’ve ever been frustrated by printer subscriptions, firmware lockouts, or rising ink costs, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.</p> <p>Let’s get started.</p> <p>— Don Baine<br /> The Gadget Professor</p> <p>Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/19/hp-blocked-my-ink-so-i-replaced-all-4-printers-tgp778/">HP Blocked My Ink… So I Replaced All 4 Printers TGP#778</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #777 hosted by Don Baine.<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3922" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/The-Gadget-Professor-Show-preview-1.png 1536w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> This week we take a quick first look at the brand-new Gen 2 Apple AirTags — and they’re a serious upgrade over the original version. Apple has refined and enhanced one of the most popular tracking devices on the market, and we’ll break down exactly what’s new, what’s improved, and whether it’s worth upgrading.</p> <p>If you travel, cover trade shows like I do, or simply want to keep track of your gear, you’ll want to see what Apple has added in this second generation.</p> <p>Plus, we’ll flip through the latest gadget magazine to preview some of the exciting tech that’s just around the corner. From innovative consumer electronics to emerging trends, we’ll give you a sneak peek at what could be hitting the market soon.</p> <p>As always, practical insights, real-world applications, and straightforward analysis you can trust.</p> <p>I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor — and we’re just getting started.<br /> Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/13/new-apple-airtag-gen-2-worth-the-upgrade-777/">New Apple AirTag Gen 2 – Worth the Upgrade? #777</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>

<p><strong>Welcome to The Gadget Professor Show #776 hosted by Don Baine.<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-540x360.png" alt="" width="540" height="360" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-3915" srcset="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-540x360.png 540w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-300x200.png 300w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1-768x512.png 768w, https://thegadgetprofessor.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2026/02/tgp776-1.png 1536w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px" /><br /> “If you’re constantly running out of storage for photos, videos, and large files, this week’s show is for you.”</p> <p>Hi everyone, I’m Don Baine, The Gadget Professor, and this week we’re taking a close look at a really clever solution from ORICO — the M.2 Magnetic Docking Station.</p> <p>This compact device lets you add fast, external storage for all your files, and it magnetically attaches to MagSafe-compatible devices, keeping your setup clean, secure, and portable. Now you can capture all the video and photos you want without worrying about running out of space on your main device.</p> <p>And that’s not all — we’re also featuring some truly amazing free apps this week that can save you money and add real value to your workflow. So stay tuned… this is one show you won’t want to miss.<br /> Visit The Gadget Professor on Facebook <a href="http://www.facebook.com/TheGadgetProfessor">www.facebook.com/gadgetprofessor</a> &#8211; check it out and LIKE him!</p> <p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: @TheGadgetProfessor</p> <p>The post <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com/2026/02/05/add-fast-storage-to-any-device-orico-m-2-magnetic-dock-gadget-professor-776/">Add Fast Storage to Any Device! ORICO M.2 Magnetic Dock | Gadget Professor #776</a> appeared first on <a href="https://thegadgetprofessor.com">Gadget Professor</a>.</p>