Technology
My ThinkPad E16 Experience: Two Failures, One Expensive Question
Neal Connolly on an early replacement, another failure and why dependable ownership matters more than an attractive specification sheet.
Technology & Kitchen Equipment
Neal Connolly
Neal Connolly covers technology and kitchen equipment for Knuxy, with a focus on how products work, what they cost to own, and whether they earn their place in everyday life. His coverage connects practical explanations with a skeptical look at marketing claims, repairability, and useful design.
Stories by Neal Connolly
Technology
Your Appliance Should Be Repairable. Ask Before You Buy.
A repairable appliance is easier to own. What the lightbulb cartel proves, what it does not, and the questions to ask before buying.
Technology
Your Old Echo Could Get a New Job. Check the Model Before You Celebrate.
An Echo reuse project connects supported models to Home Assistant. Model numbers, local processing and maintenance matter more than the headline.
Technology
Europe’s Freezer Hacks Make Software Support a Grocery Problem
New refrigeration incidents at European supermarkets show why a machine’s useful life now depends on more than whether its compressor still runs.
Kitchen Equipment
Cast Iron: Why This Old-School Cookware Still Deserves a Place in Every Kitchen
Discover why cast iron excels at searing mushrooms, blackening fish, and baking crispy pan pizza. Learn the chemistry of seasoning, how it compares with Teflon, and the best ways to maintain your skillet.