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Getting the Most Out of Eco-Worthy 100W Bifacial Panels With Bluetti AC180

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I’ve been using a pair of Eco-Worthy 100W 18V bifacial solar panels with my Bluetti AC180, and the setup has been consistently reliable and efficient. Beyond just plugging them in, there are several ways to optimize output — including tilt, placement, and taking full advantage of the bifacial design. Also See: https://theaverageguy.tv/2025/08/31/bluetti-ac180-vs-ecoflow-delta-3-real-world-review-and-why-i-favor-the-ecoflow/ Why These Panels Are Great Each Eco-Worthy 100W panel offers: The bifacial feature allows the panels to pick up light reflected from surfaces beneath them — concrete, gravel, or even snow — providing a noticeable boost in overall output. Connecting to the Bluetti AC180 The Bluetti AC180 features

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AI and Assistive Technology in Education: Insights with Dr. Brian Friedlander – HGG657

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On this episode of Home Gadget Geeks, I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Brian Friedlander to talk about how AI is changing the landscape of assistive technology. We covered everything from tools like AOA, Brisk, and Magic School AI that support students in the classroom, to innovations in note-taking, E Ink devices,… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Books. Beats. Batteries: Jay Franze with Mac Upgrades and Solar Questions – HGG656

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Jay Franze is back, and we talk about his new book, Stand Out or Fade Out. Jay considers upgrading his Mac Mini and shares updates on home projects and a new service dog for his daughter. Jim updates his solar setup, switching to an EcoFlow Delta 3, and they discuss solar power for camping, home… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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Tech Gadgets Galore: Erin Lawrence’s Latest Reviews and Innovations – HGG655

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Erin Lawrence joins me this week for a wide-ranging conversation on home, lawn, and automotive gadgets. We dig into the future of lawn care with the Segway Navimow robot lawn mower, discuss battery brand ecosystems in power tools, and explore must-have car tech like portable jump starters and tire inflators. Erin shares her innovative smart… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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When Smart Gets Smarter: Lighting, Lawn Care, and DIY Solar Systems – HGG654

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Gavin Campbell joins me this week for a deep dive into smart home automation, solar experimentation, and the latest in robotic lawn care. Jim shares updates and lessons learned from his Bluetti solar setup and how he’s trying to integrate it with Home Assistant for smarter energy use. Gavin brings insights on millimeter wave technology… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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From Prime Day to Power Play: Jim’s Solar Experiment Begins – HGG653

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I recently kicked off a solar power project at home to test the efficiency of two 100-watt, 18-volt bi-facial panels I picked up for $99 each during Prime week. The goal is to see how they perform in different areas of my property and learn how to optimize small-scale solar setups. I’ve added some essential… Click for more / Podcast Player>