About Kannon Yamada
Kannon Yamada holds degrees in Journalism (BA) and International Affairs (MA). He has written about Android, Home Office, Wellness, and Hardware Reviews since 2010. He started at MakeUseOf Answers in 2010, editing it from 2013 until 2015. Since then, he developed and edited the Buyer's Guide section (2016-2018), and currently is MakeUseOf's SEO Researcher.
Latest Articles
Chuwi CoreBook XPro 15.5" Review: A Great 120Hz Laptop ... for Spreadsheets?
The Chuwi CoreBook XPro could be the king of laptops under $500, if it weren't for one serious problem.
Nerdytec Couchmaster Cyworx Review: Your Essential WFH Laptop Desk
There is no better lapdesk out there. The Cyworx fuses comfort with function, in a sophisticated, fungible package.
Onyx Boox Nova Air Review: Best 7.8-Inch eReader and Writing Tablet of 2021
Nothing beats paper for note-taking or reading. But the 7.8-inch Onyx Boox Nova Air's backlight-free E-Ink screen comes close, without the bulk.
GMK NucBox 2 Review: The Cheapest Mini-PC That Can Stream 4K HDR (With One Serious Problem)
The best-priced NUC isn't from Intel. The GMK NucBox 2 offers stellar value, good performance, and for almost half that of its competition.
JMGO O1 Ultra-Short Throw HD Projector Review: Best Budget UST Projector, With Big Problems
UST projectors project big screens at point-blank range. Why? If you're living that #VanLife, you need the space.
XDO Pantera PicoPC Tiny PC and Pico Projector Review: A Good Kickstarter for Tiny PC Enthusiasts
The XDO Pantera PicoPC packs a fair amount of punch relative to its tiny size. But should you buy one?
ECS Liva Q3 Plus Mini PC Review: Outstanding Performance That Fits in Your Pocket
The ECS Liva Q3 Plus is a lean, green, and mean tiny PC that can fit in the palm of your hand while delivering HDR and 4K streaming.
MelGeek Mojo68 Review: Best 68-Key Modular Wireless Keyboard with Custom Keycaps
The Mojo68 presents a strong value proposition with custom hot-swap keycap profiles, wireless connectivity, and a good selection of themes.
The 5 Best Caller Identification Apps for Android
Using one of these caller ID apps, you can easily block telemarketers and know who's calling you before you answer.
Keychron Q1 Wired 75% Mechanical Keyboard Review: The Hotswap Mechanical Keyboard for Perfectionists
The Keychron Q1 combines the latest in mechanical keyboard technology, from screwed-in stabilizers to a Poron-stabilized plate.
Reinkstone R1 Review: The Largest Color eReader Ever
Reinkstone has built a strong hardware platform with excellent note-taking features, but near-unusable software mar an otherwise excellent eReader.
GMK NucBox KB1 Mini-PC Review: Good Things Come in Small Packages
A great choice as a low-end, power-efficient ultra mini PC for general computing tasks. For those looking for a gaming system, look elsewhere.
What Are APN Settings? How Can They Fix Data Issues on a Prepaid Phone?
If you use a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), you might need to configure the APN settings on your Android phone.
Doogee X95 Pro Review: Best Phone Under $100
The Doogee X95 Pro is good as a temporary burner and travel phone, but a poor candidate as a daily-use device.
Killer Office Keyboard and Mouse on a Budget: Cherry Stream Desktop Review
Great for the shared-office productivity market on account of its ultra-low-cost, long battery life, serviceability, and quiet switches.
Onyx Boox Nova 3 Color Review: The Best Color eReader
If you need a color eReader, it's the best you can buy right now. But it's a new technology with a few bugs, and you might want to wait.
ECS Liva Q1D Mini-PC Review: The Most Eco-Friendly Tiny PC Ever
The Q1D is an excellent enterprise-class computer for budget prices. It's also a solid thin client, marginally capable of handling basic computing.
Minisform U850 Mini-PC Review: NUC Killer With Outstanding Value and Flexibility
If you love small form factor computers, or just need to economize on desk space, the U850 is worth checking out.
Caixun 55" AiPlus4K EC55S1UA Smart TV Review
Looking for a 55-inch 4K budget smart TV from Amazon? Thanks to the pandemic, you'll find little selection and brands you've never heard of.
First Wearable Blood-Glucose Tracker Could Save Millions of Lives
Quantum Operation Inc.'s wearable glucometer is the first pain-free smartwatch with blood-glucose tracking. But is it coming to the US?