Katie Collins
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Katie covers home tech, EVs, wellness & more. She aims to help people make smart buying choices & reach life goals.
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The 6 Best 240Hz Monitors of 2025
A few weeks ago, I was in the middle of a heated Valorant match. The tension was high I’d lined up what should’ve been an easy headshot. But instead of a clean hit, I watched my crosshair lag just enough for my opponent to swing wide and take me out. My heart sank. It wasn’t my aim; it was my display.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
The Best Phone Cases for Running in 2025
Last month, while training for a local 10k, I found myself juggling my phone like it was a slippery bar of soap. I needed it for music, GPS, and emergency contact but my old running belt had stretched out, and the bulky phone case I had was bouncing around uncomfortably. Halfway through mile three, frustration kicked in. The run that was supposed to clear my head became a struggle against gear that didn’t keep up with me.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
The Best Computer Monitors for Work in 2025
A few months ago, I was juggling Zoom calls, spreadsheets, and Photoshop all on a single, outdated monitor. My eyes were tired, colors looked washed out, and switching windows felt like running a marathon without shoes. That frustration pushed me to test different monitors designed specifically for work setups.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best Monitor for a Dual Screen Set-up in 2025
A few weeks ago, I was juggling three open projects at once, bouncing between spreadsheets, design mock-ups, and a never-ending stream of emails. My single monitor felt like a crowded desk with no space to breathe. Dragging and resizing windows constantly wasn’t just frustrating it was slowing me down.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Our Favorite iPhone 7 Plus Cases
Last month, I dropped my iPhone 7 Plus while rushing out of a coffee shop. It slipped from my hand, bounced once on the pavement, and my heart sank before I even picked it up. The good news? The screen survived. The bad news? The cheap case I bought on impulse had cracked at the corner and barely cushioned the fall. That moment made me realize how many of us underestimate the importance of a good phone case not just any case, but one that combines protection, comfort, and style for everyday use.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best Monitor for MacBook Pro in 2025
A few months ago, my MacBook Pro started feeling limited. Not because of its performance Apple Silicon chips are beasts but because the small built-in screen wasn’t enough for serious multitasking or photo editing. I needed more space, more clarity, and colors that didn’t look flat.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
The Best Monitors for Xbox Series X in 2025
A few weeks ago, I was sitting down to play on my Xbox Series X, and I noticed something odd. The gameplay didn’t feel as smooth as it should’ve, and the shadows in darker levels looked crushed. Turns out, the “gaming monitor” I’d bought last year wasn’t really built to handle 4K at 120Hz properly. That moment reminded me of the problem most Xbox players face: finding a monitor that actually takes full advantage of the Series X’s power.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best iPhone 11 Cases
Last month, I was walking out of a local café when my iPhone 11 slipped from my hand, bounced once, and hit the sidewalk corner-first. My stomach sank instantly. The tiny crack on the edge of the screen reminded me that no matter how careful we think we are, accidents happen. That moment pushed me into a deep search for the best iPhone 11 cases—not just something stylish, but a case that could actually save me from expensive repairs and frustrating moments.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Best Budget Studio Monitors 2025
When I first tried to mix a song on my regular Bluetooth speakers, the result sounded fine in my room but awful in my car muddy bass, harsh mids, and vocals buried somewhere in the background. That’s the common struggle: consumer speakers make music sound “nice,” but they don’t tell the truth.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
The 4 Best 32-Inch Monitors of 2025
A few weeks ago, I was editing a video project on my old 24-inch monitor, and my eyes felt strained like I’d been staring into a flashlight for hours. Colors weren’t accurate, text looked cramped, and multitasking was a nightmare. That night, I told myself, “Okay, enough it’s time to upgrade.”
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Best iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus Cases
Last month, I found myself frustrated every single time I pulled my iPhone 8 Plus out of my pocket. The slim aluminum body looked beautiful but felt like a bar of soap slippery, fragile, and begging for scratches. After one accidental slip on the hardwood floor (a very painful heart-drop moment), I realized that my laziness in picking a proper case was going to cost me more than just money it was going to cost peace of mind.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best 24 Inch Monitor
A few weeks ago, I was struggling with my cluttered desk setup. My old 21-inch monitor was too small, colors looked dull, and eye strain was starting to hit hard after long hours of work and gaming. I realized that choosing the right 24-inch monitor isn’t just about size it impacts productivity, comfort, and even your overall enjoyment.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
