About every four to six weeks, I look back at 10 reviews from the same period the previous year and revisit them to show what happened after the cameras stopped rolling. This time, it’s my 65th update video, covering reviews from April and May 2025.

My first update video was back in early 2017, only a few months after I launched the channel, and it covered the first three months of reviews. I never imagined I’d still be making these updates nine years later, but here we are!

This week’s video is my 65th update, where I check back in on 10 products I reviewed about a year ago to see what happened after the original videos ended. This batch includes Amazon gadgets, the Wonder Oven, FunBites, popcorn poppers, a slide-through toaster, ChillWell, Temu gadgets, the Shark FlexBreeze Pro Mist fan, and more.

Some ended up in regular use, some were donated or given away, and a few landed in the Boneyard. As usual, the real test is not just whether something works on camera, but whether I actually keep using it months later.

Electric fly swatters have a way of turning an annoying chore into an oddly satisfying hunt, complete with that little “zap” at the end. This one is currently the #1 best seller on Amazon, and it’s marked down to $19 from a previous high of $27.

If your AC is on the fritz, or you’re without one altogether, a portable AC unit can make a hot room livable again. I’ve had a lot of luck with Dreo products, and this model is currently about $50 off.

Running low on computer storage? This M.2 SSD might be the upgrade you need. With a 4.8-star rating from over 12,000 reviews and a solid markdown, it has the right mix of strong customer feedback and value.

Before taking apart a gadget, appliance part, battery compartment, filter, or anything with little pieces, snap a quick photo with your phone first. It only takes a second, but it gives you a visual reference if you forget which way something was facing or where a small part belonged. I’ve saved myself more than once with this simple habit.

Over on F2, I posted a video earlier in the week in which I tried out a 1967 recipe for a bizarre sandwich that I had to try. Peanut butter, bacon, mayo, and cheese anyone? I also tried out all 4 Liquid Death energy drinks and a new flavor of Mountain Dew.

Exactly three years ago today, I posted my review of three popcorn products. It was an interesting collection, including a popcorn maker, popcorn pods, and a popcorn ball maker. Even though none of these lasted long-term in my kitchen, they were fun to try out.

You can also check out my written review here.