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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Historically it was a settled point among gearheads that cars with manual transmissions burned less gas than automatics. Is that still true? Check the facts.
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Ryobi battery charge times can vary based on the model, but how bad is it to leave a fully-charged battery on its charger?
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Kospet Tank 3 Ultra series provide multi-day battery life in a rugged casing -- is it ok they're not Apple Watches, and they're not running Google's WearOS?
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There are many factors to consider when signing up with a cellular carrier, and T-Mobile is no exception.
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When it comes to editing and creating PDF files, Adobe Acrobat is probably the best overall option. Here's what to expect from the various price tiers.
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Much like power drills and many other common tools you'll find around the garage, many handsaws are capable of doing more than just cutting.
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Motorcycle transmissions aren't as complicated as you might think. Here are the different types you should know about, and how they work.
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Dolby Atmos can provide great sound if you have everything necessary to use it. But for some Prime Video subscribers, those requirements just got more complex.
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Not all smart home devices from manufacturers are compatible, but plenty of them do offer Apple Watch support.
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If you're looking for any performance boost you can get with your Xbox Series X|S, there are a few things you can do to raise your FPS and improve performance.
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Getting directions directly on your Apple Watch can be extremely helpful, and setting it up is especially simple when you follow these steps.
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if you can't find a pre-constructed clip to fit your needs, or you want to make your own out of a video you've taken, an iPhone can help.
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AVIF images may not be something you run across often, but they are gaining in popularity. Here's why, and how to convert one if you need to.
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Showing off its "eyewear-free" 3D display technology, ZTE's Nubia Pad 3D II utilizes AI to provide a convincing popping-out effect akin to a 3D movie.
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There's no need to throw away a perfectly good (or even somewhat rough looking) tool box, you can repurpose it.
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Need a little fitness inspiration? Look no further than your Apple Watch, which features some very helpful ways to get you moving even more.
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If your Apple Watch has started to run out of juice faster than it used to, or even just faster than you think it should, don't lose hope.
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You might think tack hammers and pin hammers are pretty interchangeable, but they're different in design and function. Here's how to pick the right one.
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Amazon Fire TV is a great tool most use to stream their favorite shows and movies, but it can also be used to get on-the-hour weather forecasts and information.
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Though Nintendo Switch is best known for its extensive catalog of exclusive games, the console can also become a handheld Anime streaming device. Here's how.
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The Belkin Auto-Tracking Stand Pro with DockKit charges your iPhone charge at the same time as it tracks you while you're filming video -- but at what cost?
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If you've only been using your iPhone's camera to snap photos, you might not have realized some of these other options and features were there.
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Did you miss tracking a killer workout with your Apple Watch? Don't worry, these steps will help you add that info and keep crushing your fitness goals.
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Oil changes are vital maintenance, but bad oil can seriously damage a good engine. Here's how to guarantee you feed your ride only the best.
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JPEG and PNG are two of the most used digital image file formats, but they have some key differences. Here's what to know when choosing between them.
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Some cars are marketed as having autopilot and a full self-driving capability, but this doesn't mean you can take your eyes off the road.
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The iPhone can be used as your main camera, but if you have professional ambitions, you'll also need to invest in the right accessories to get started.