Rob Rich
Location
New York, New York
School
College For Creative Studies
Expertise
IOS Devices, Mac Computers, Mobile Video Games
- Rob is currently writing about a variety of topics — from MacBooks and NASA missions to video game reviews and the deconstruction of 20-year-old anime.
- He's been an iOS user since purchasing his first iPhone 3GS in 2009, which led to several years spent covering the mobile video games space.
- His current passion project is his YouTube channel, which he's used as a platform to collect and examine Transformers toys since 2016.
Experience
Rob has dreamed of writing about video games and tech ever since his first Nintendo Entertainment System, and he has been living that dream since 2008. He began his career with a weekly column documenting Xbox Live Arcade Games for Crush! Frag! Destroy!. He then went on to write for mobile review sites such as Pocket Gamer and Gamezebo, acted as editor-in-chief for 148Apps, wrote mobile game reviews for IGN, and covered tech news for LifeWire. More recently, he's been writing a monthly column for Unwinnable and acting as editor for the Games section of Unwinnable's Exploits mini-magazine.
Education
Rob received his bachelor's degree in 2004, from The College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI.
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Stories By Rob Rich
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Discover the duration of warranty coverage for Hyundai engines and learn how to check for current recalls to ensure the safety and reliability of your vehicle.
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The Logitech G600 was a one-of-a-kind mouse with nearly two dozen buttons, earning it a sort of cult status. Is the mouse still manufactured today?
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A lack of Mac sound is most likely caused by something simple but easily overlooked, but there are easy solutions.
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A smartwatch has a lot of uses when it comes to tracking your health and fitness, but here are three reasons you should be leaving it on while you sleep.
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Aircraft engines are built with particular kinds of fuel in mind, and that includes diesel - or something other than diesel.
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A motorcycle’s weight and length play important roles in how it handles. Here is how much the Harley-Davidson Street Glide weighs and its length.
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Adobe Photoshop is packed full of useful features, including one that offers more capabilities than you might expect: cropping. Here's how to use the tool.
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The Dodge Omni is sometimes followed by the letters "GLH" and "GLH-S." Thanks to designer Carroll Shelby, these initials have a surprisingly funny meaning.
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Diesel death zones sound very dramatic, but in reality that may not be far from the truth. Here's what they are, where they are, and what we can do about it.
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If you're planning to go off-roading, you'll want to invest in some rock lights. Here's how many you'll need, and where to install them on your truck.
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Engine oil is prevalent throughout your engine, and can start to leak out if something goes wrong, but can it start a fire? Here's what you need to know.
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The Harley-Davidson Street Glide and Road Glide motorcycles appear to be similar at first glance, but there are some differences worth considering.
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A Ryobi pressure washer is a great tool to have in a variety of scenarios, but you should think twice before hooking it up to hot water. Here's why.
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Harley-Davidson's Twin Cam engines have several reported issues, though there are two that appear to be the most common.
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The Kawasaki AV50 is a vintage motorcycle from the 1980s. Here is how much power and speed it’s little engine can produce.
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If your dishwasher is doing one of these five things, then it could be a warning sign it is going to break soon and require a repair or replacement.
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The Honda NC750X motorcycle has a dual clutch transmission (DCT), but what does that mean, how does it work, and how does it affect the rider?
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Just recently, Kawasaki announced a recall on 68,500 engines. Here's what products are affected and how to check if you are the owner of one.
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If you don't have motorcycle oil, you can use motor oil, right? Not so fast. At best, it's inadvisable. At worse, you could damage your motorcycle.
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This isn't about which brand is the best or the most powerful but instead highlights seven of the most reliable push mower brands you can find.
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A hybrid car's battery can be one of the most expensive components to replace, so you might be wondering how long it will last. Here's what we know.
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Keeping your car engine's oil up-to-date is vital. Here's what happens if you run an engine without oil, and why you should never do so.
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Engine degreasers is great for cleaning under the hood, but if it gets on the paint, will it damage it? Here's what you need to know before using it.
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Anecdotally, solar panels have been reported to catch fire. Is there really a risk, and what can you do as a homeowner to prevent them from catching fire?
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Keeping your transmission cool is essential to keeping it healthy. Here's all you need to know about transmission coolers and whether you really need one.
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The Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) keeps the legacy of the "G" series alive with a more-than-decent set of features for a highly decent price.
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F1 race cars are among the fastest in the world and use advanced technology to reach blistering speeds. Here's what you need to know about their engines.