Location
Florida, United States
School
Marist College, Western Connecticut State University
Expertise
Gaming Consoles And PCs, Home Appliances, Automotive Upkeep
- Daniel is skilled in the cleaning and restoration of both disposable and rechargeable batteries used in toys and appliances.
- Daniel secretly installed a Roku streaming player on his parents' TV to convince them how much better streaming was than cable.
- Daniel used to work in a car wash, where he became familiar with some of the best ways to care for a car, inside and out.
Experience
Ever since he was a kid, Daniel has had a symbiotic relationship with his electronics, especially his PC and game consoles. Over the years, he's expanded that relationship into an interest in games, hardware, and software, finding the best possible PCs to cover all of his gaming and tinkering needs. He has written gaming and hardware guides for several sites, including TheGamer and Gamer Journalist, and even wrote his Master's thesis on the history of Mario games. During his time with SlashGear, he has broadened his interests and knowledge further into home appliances, power tools, and automotive safety. He enjoys researching old gaming and PC hardware and peripherals for insight into how people have interfaced with their electronics over the years.
Education
Daniel has a Bachelor's Degree in psychology from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, and a Master's of Fine Arts in creative and professional writing from Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, Connecticut.
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The Aqua10 Ultra Roller by Dreame cares for all floor types, including soft carpets. Discover this robot vacuum and mop's many unique features.
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Technology
By Daniel Trock
Sometimes even lightbulbs need a good cleaning. Here's everything you need to know about cleaning both filament bulbs and LED bulbs around your home.
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Milwaukee
By Daniel Trock
If you have been waiting for a discount to buy Milwaukee tools, Ace Hardware might be the place to look. Here's what you need to know about its sale.
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Motorcycles
By Daniel Trock
Not sure if your Yamaha motorcycle should use premium gas? Here’s what Yamaha’s own recommendations reveal about the right octane level for your engine.
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Let's say you have a broken piece of plastic that you want to put back together reliably. The Skyshalo plastic welder sold at Home Depot might save the day.
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If you're working around the house or on some crafty projects, you may need to cut through metal, but will your Ryobi circular saw get the job done?
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If you're in need of a generator, and you don't want to buy one, Home Depot offers rental. Options remain consistent but pricing will vary by location and use.
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If you're wondering whether DeWalt miter saws have a laser to help guide your cut, they don't. That said, the manufacturer might be on to something better.
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Milwaukee
By Daniel Trock
It’s tempting to keep your Milwaukee charger always ready to go. But is it a good idea? We'll explain what the manufacturer says and why it's important.
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DeWalt's GRABO lifters are incredibly useful vacuum suction tools for moving unwieldy materials safely around a workplace, but does DeWalt actually make them?
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Elon Musk's SpaceX remains a notable presence in US space missions, with the company recently securing multiple lucrative deals for upcoming launches.
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Milwaukee
By Daniel Trock
Getting a Milwaukee chainsaw for free may seem too good to be true, and technically it is, unless you're willing to buy another Milwaukee product alongside it.
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Entertainment
By Daniel Trock
Amazon Prime memberships costs $14.99 monthly or $139 annually. There is a certain number of orders you'll have to make, on average, to make the price worth it.
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Power Tools
By Daniel Trock
Considering voltages usually denote incompatible battery frameworks, you might think the same would be true for Ah ratings. That's actually not the case.
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Motorcycles
By Daniel Trock
A motorcycle's displacement is often tied to the experience level needed to ride it. Riders tend to think that a lower displacement is better for beginners.
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Harbor Freight
By Daniel Trock
Harbor Freight's Icon tool boxes are a popular choice for professionals looking to store their tools, but one Redditor has taken it to the extreme.
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Power Tools
By Daniel Trock
Does a 20V label really mean more power than 18V? Before you buy into the numbers game, discover the surprising truth behind power tool voltage ratings.
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Technology
By Daniel Trock
The government shutdown that is currently taking place could have a big effect on air travel. Here's why, and what you might expect in the days to come.
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Harbor Freight
By Daniel Trock
Harbor Freight offers work gloves for all sorts of tasks, and with so many options, it can be tough to figure out which pair you need. We're here to help.
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On the inside of a truck, you might find a button that looks distinctly like a jellyfish being shot out of a truck bed. Here's what that button actually does.
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An impact driver isn't a tool that necessarily everyone needs, but if you're in the market for one, you want the most powerful, and Ryobi's fits the bill.
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Those looking to start building out a small collection of tools should get started with this U.S. General Hanging Cabinet for storage and organization.
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Harbor Freight
By Daniel Trock
Do you own Bauer power tools? It may be worth taking a look at the brand's 20V 8 Amp Charger, as it claims to charge your batteries four times faster.
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Harbor Freight
By Daniel Trock
Picking the right welding table matters. Harbor Freight has two options for sale, and the best one for you depends on what you're looking for.
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Technology
By Daniel Trock
Someone has been arrested in connection with the many flights cancelled around the world, reportedly due to a ransomware attack on airport infrastructure.
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Milwaukee
By Daniel Trock
Milwaukee's M18 Fuel High Torque Impact Wrench can tighten bolts and strip any fasteners that need to be replaced. Here's all you need to know before buying.
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Technology
By Daniel Trock
The Hyperloop is a much anticipated mode of transportation that could change the world as we know it, and the latest test is one step closer to that reality.
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