Daniel Trock
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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Stories By Daniel Trock
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Costco stocks a surprisingly diverse array of tech and appliances, even more so if you check out its online catalog.
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Spotify Wrapped is the yearly summary of your Spotify activity that shows how your listening habits evolved. Here's when you can expect to see yours.
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If you have a motorcycle enthusiast in your home, then now is an excellent time to start shopping for stocking stuffers. Here are five of our favorites.
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Harbor Freight has some pretty good Cyber Monday deals going on right now until the end of the day, so you'll want to make sure you hop on them quickly.
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Technically, the Nintendo Switch is a computer, and like any computer connected to the internet, it can be targeted by a virus. But there's more to it.
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Golfing is a fun and relaxing sport, but some days on the course can be grueling. However, three Ryobi products can make a round of golf more enjoyable.
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With Alexa, browsing on a Fire TV becomes way more convenient when all you need to do is shout out which show, film, or even genre you want to see.
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Imagine not having to plug in your smartwatch every time the battery power gets low; wouldn't that be cool? Well, the Matrix PowerWatch can do just that.
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If you need a more heavy-duty glue gun for your arts and crafts, the cordless Ryobi Glue Gun is an excellent choice for all sizes of projects.
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If you have a Ryobi pressure washer, then you probably enjoy the convenience it provides when cleaning, but here are five other things you can use it for.
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Power tools require a bit of extra maintenance compared to regular tools, and the same goes for proper storage of these tools during the winter months.
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If you're looking to adorn your pickup truck with some handy accessories, we have a list of a few that would be particularly useful. Here are our picks.
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Black Friday is an great time to save money on things you want or need, including streaming platforms like Hulu, and you won't want to miss this year's deal.
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Electric tools are quickly becoming mainstream as battery tech innovates, but are they approaching the same level of ubiquity and capability as gas tools?
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For anyone looking to beef up their home security, Best Buy is offering up an entire system of Blink Wireless Outdoor 4 security cameras for half off.
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Whether it's maintaining charge for a vehicle, or a safeguard for when your car's battery suddenly dies, a battery charger is handy to have at the ready.
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Depending on the age or sound system in your car, music can be a hit or miss experience while driving. However, there are ways to improve the sound quality.
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Ford entered into a partnership with a robotics company in 2020 for automated delivery experiments, but since then, what has happened with the project?
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Hardware stores may not be the first place that comes to mind to find items to put in your car, but Harbor Freight has six finds that can help in a bind.
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Costco is a discount warehouse that offers occasional deals on consumer electronics. We break down whether you should get a membership to buy a TV.
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For those looking to pursue a career in aviation, or are just curious about the profession, SlashGear spoke to an aviation expert about becoming a pilot.
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Does your PS5 sometimes sound really loud? It's understandable if the noise level is concerning, but there's nothing to worry about ... most of the time.
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If you're a gamer, you might want to move in between your console and your PC. Fortunately, that's possible on both Xbox and PlayStation. Here's how.
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Your vehicle's brake pads are vital in ensuring your safety on the road. If you notice these five warning signs, your brake pads should be replaced.
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Kenmore used to be one of the biggest names in Western appliances, but since then it has seen a noticeable decline. Here's what we know about the brand.
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If you think your automatic transmission is acting up, you may be able to diagnose the issue yourself. Here are five warning signs that you should check.
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Buying a car can be a stressful affair, especially for the wallet, but you don't need a nefarious car salesman pressuring you and making things worse.