Rich Shibley
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Rich Shibley is the Director of Video Production at Digital Trends. Before working at DT, he was as an Emmy award winning TV Photojournalist for network affiliates in both Portland, OR and Eugene, OR. Â Rich is also a PSIA certified ski instructor with interests in backcountry skiing, mountaineering, and adventure photography.
Google Nest Thermostat (2020) review: A little less, yet still the best
Google's new, stylish Nest Thermostat delivers nearly all of the smart features available in the original Nest Learning thermostat -- for about half the price.
The latest broadcast tech brought 17 million Digital Trends viewers to CES 2020
Combined with Teradek broadcast backpacks, Blackmagic Ursa Mini G2 cameras helped bring the CES show floor to over 17 million Digital Trends Live viewers in real-time.
Behind the Wheel episode 3: Tim Walbridge’s ’65 Volkswagen Bug named Rusty
Digital Trend's video series Behind the Wheel takes you inside some of the fastest, most exotic, and most unique cars on the planet. This Volkswagen Beetle may still look like a barn find, but it's actually an award-winning restoration project. Under the hood and inside, it's a reliable daily driver.
Behind the Wheel episode 1: Martell Webster’s Tesla Model X
Digital Trend's video series Behind the Wheel takes you inside some of the fastest, most exotic, and most unique cars on the planet. The most advanced SUV on the planet gets pushed to its limits in this episode. Former NBA player Martell Webster joins Tim Walbridge in testing the tech inside his Tesla Model X.
Behind the Wheel episode 4: Ex-NBA star Martell Webster’s Ferrari 458 Spider
Digital Trend's video series Behind the Wheel takes you inside some of the fastest, most exotic, and most unique cars on the planet. Former NBA player Martell Webster favors a Ferrari's 458 Spider. It's not his daily driver, but in this episode, he tells us why he always dreamed of owning this ride.
Behind the Wheel episode 5: Brit rocker takes a spin in a ’48 Ford convertible
Digital Trend's video series Behind the Wheel takes you inside some of the fastest, most exotic, and most unique cars on the planet. British rock star Luke Spiller of The Struts took a break from touring and jumped into Tim Walbridge's '48 Ford Convertible for a spin around Portland, Oregon.
Ring Video Doorbell Pro review
Porch pirates will think twice they see Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro on your house. Packing top-tier features into a slim design, the Doorbell Pro is at home beside any front door. Featuring an easy to use app with cloud storage, this doorbell will up your home security game.
Transformers for your feet. 21st-century design creates an all-condition shoe
Whether you're trekking through far-off lands or just on a day hike, comfortable and functional shoes are essential. Typically, you need rugged hiking boots, breathable shoes for hot days, and something comfortable to wear around the campfire. Or you could just bring these.
From baking to air-frying, Breville’s Smart Oven Air does it all
Calling it a toaster oven really doesn't do the Breville Smart Oven Air justice, as it's more like a Swiss army knife for your kitchen counter top. With 13 cooking presets, including air frying, it does more than any other toaster oven on the market, and is a grown-up version of a beloved appliance.
Blossom Smart Watering Controller review
Forget about the weather and just watch the grass grow. The Blossom Smart Watering Controller crunches tons of data to precisely hydrate your yard.
Watch a synchronized ballet of autonomous Parrot Bebop drones at IFA 2015
This flying squadron of self-piloted Parrot Bebop drones performs an aerial acrobatic show at IFA 2015.
Schlage Connect Touchscreen Deadbolt Review
The Schlage Connect Touchscreen Deadbolt combines 95 years of lock making experience with Z-Wave connectivity. Look forward to never having to fumble for your keys again.
Hurricane relief, Hitman, and some good old-fashioned USC-bashing in this week’s Staff Picks
You want to know all the best in tech from the past week but you don’t want to have to look for it, right? Never fear. We’ve trolled the matrix to find the coolest, weirdest, and most interesting tidbits of the past 7 days. Have at it.