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 Best iPhone X Cases
Last month, I found myself frustrated more than once while juggling my iPhone X between work calls and my daily commute. A sudden slip off the desk left me staring at a hairline crack on the corner of my screen protectornot the screen itself, thankfully, but it was enough to make me realize I had been careless about something so essential: the case.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
The 5 Best 1080p Gaming Monitors in 2025
A couple of weeks ago, I sat down to play a late-night session of Apex Legends on my old monitor. The game was intense, the squad depended on me, but halfway through the match, I noticed my display ghosting during fast movements. The blur was enough to throw off my aim, and my frustration was through the roof.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
The Best Ultrawide Monitors in 2025
A few weeks ago, I was wrapping up a late-night editing session and had four windows open side by side a browser with reference material, video editing software, Slack, and music streaming. My dual-monitor setup just wasn’t cutting it: I kept dragging things between screens, contorting my neck, and feeling frustrated. My workflow felt choppy, and honestly, I lost momentum more than once.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Our Favorite iPhone 6s Case
Choosing the right case for your iPhone 6s is more than just about style it’s about protection, comfort, and making sure your device fits seamlessly into your daily life. With so many options on the market, from slim and minimalist shells to rugged armor cases, finding the perfect balance can feel overwhelming. That’s why we set out to test, compare, and narrow down the choices to bring you our favorite iPhone 6s case. In this guide, we’ll share what makes it stand out, how it performs in real-world use, and why it’s the one we keep coming back to.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best Monitor for MacBook Pro in 2025
Have you ever tried editing photos, coding, or juggling multiple apps on your MacBook Pro screen and felt like you were running out of space? That was me not too long ago. I love my MacBook Pro it’s sleek, powerful, and the Retina display is gorgeous. But after a few late nights squinting at a 14-inch screen while switching between Lightroom, Safari, and Slack, my eyes felt like they were begging for mercy.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
The 5 Best Monitor Sizes for Gaming of 2025
Last month, I found myself frustrated staring at my old 24-inch monitor while trying to play a new open-world RPG. The world looked cramped, details were hard to pick out, and I constantly leaned forward squinting at the screen. It was clear that my setup wasn’t keeping up with modern gaming demands.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best iPhone 15 Pro Case for Wireless Charging
A few weeks ago, I was rushing out the door, plopped my iPhone 15 Pro on a wireless charger, and… nothing happened. The case I was using blocked the magnetic connection, leaving my phone at 5% battery. Annoying, right?
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best Gaming Monitors for Under $700
A few weeks ago, I was deep into a late-night gaming session. Everything was going smoothly until I realized something frustrating: my shots in Apex Legends weren’t connecting, even though I swore I was right on target. It wasn’t my reflexes it was my monitor. The refresh rate just couldn’t keep up.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Best Gaming Monitor for Xbox Series X
There’s nothing worse than firing up your Xbox Series X, loading into your favorite game, and realizing the screen just isn’t keeping up. Maybe the HDR looks washed out, or the refresh rate caps at 60Hz, leaving you stuck while your friends are gliding through buttery-smooth 120Hz gameplay.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
Best Gaming Monitors for Under $350
There’s a frustrating gap between budget monitors that barely keep up and premium models that cost more than your GPU. For me, it hit during a ranked match: enemies flicking at 144Hz while my 60Hz screen dragged behind like a tired runner. I wasn’t just losing fights I was losing confidence.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Families
Best Gaming Monitor 2025
Sitting in front of the wrong gaming monitor can feel like wearing blurry glasses in a fast-paced match you know your skill is there, but the screen holds you back. Lag, dull colors, ghosting… these problems kill immersion and performance. Many players end up overspending or choosing models with features they’ll never actually use.
By Katie Collins4 months ago in Humans
