Gadgets & Gear

My Tech Favorites

On this page, you'll find a list of all the devices and games I've had throughout my life. However, if you're expecting to see the top devices of the last few decades, I must disappoint you. No, I don't own a high-end PC, nor do I always have the latest, most exclusive smartphone. I've tried many devices, programs, and tools, and I use what works best for me.

As you can see from my Google Sites website, Google products have primarily prevailed when it comes to tools. I frequently use Google Sites, Sheets, Docs, Drive, and more. These products are a part of my daily software usage. I'm a big fan of Google, which is why my primary hardware also comes from them. I own a Google Pixel smartphone, use a Chromebook as my PC, and wear a Pixel Watch. My entire home is equipped with Google Smart Home technology.

With the integration of my Google account, all devices are synchronized and accessible from anywhere. I love it!

Even though I'm giving a lot of free advertising for Google here, I must point out that every software and hardware has its pros and cons — and that includes these products. Therefore, I recommend everyone to test everything and find what works best for their specific needs.

Below, you'll find a little nostalgic journey into the past with a list of all the devices I've owned throughout my life. Since I also played frequently during my childhood and youth, you'll find a list of all the games further down.

You might have played some of the same games I did. Special games that I've played intensely are marked with a star.

Feel free to explore!

Timeline of Devices

Computers by Manuel Fally

Computers

Mobile Phones by Manuel Fally

Mobile Phones

Televisions by Manuel Fally

Televisions

Smartwatches by Manuel Fally

Smartwatches

Gaming Plattforms by Manuel Fally

Gaming Plattforms

Tablets by Manuel Fally

Tablets

Smart Home by Manuel Fally

Smart Home

My Current Google Smart Home Setup:

Smart Speakers:


Video Surveillance:


Smoke and CO Detectors:


Additional Google Gadgets and Compatible Devices:

All of our smartphones and computers in the household are Android and Chromebook devices, which also function as portable smart speakers. Since everything is connected through the same Google account, all Google services—such as Maps, Family, Contacts, Calendar, and more—are not only synchronized across smartphones and computers but also seamlessly integrated with the smart home system.

Smart Home Devices No Longer in Use
(Reasons: Replaced by newer models or became defective)

My Gaming Chronicles

Manuel Fally sitting with a laptop on his lap and a phone in hand.

Here, I list all games that don’t fit into a typical console category.

You can find the 'real' games in the other categories.

Smartphone Games

Smartphone Games Overview (Android):

Primarily played in the years: 2012 until today

Classic Mobile Games

Classic Phone Games Overview:

Primarily played in the years: 2000 - 2007

Manuel Fally playing Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo Switch

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2020 until today

Manuel Fally playing PlayStation 4.

PlayStation 4

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2014 until today

Manuel Fally playing PlayStation 3.

PlayStation 3

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2007 - 2014

Manuel Fally playing Nintendo Wii.

Nintendo Wii

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2010 - 2013

Manuel Fally playing Nintendo 3DS.

Nintendo 3DS

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2012 - 2013

Manuel Fally playing PlayStation Portable.

PlayStation Portable

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2005 - 2012

Manuel Fally playing PlayStation 2.

PlayStation 2

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2004 - 2007

Manuel Fally playing Computer.

Computer

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2002 - 2010 

While I've always had a preference for console games, I did play some games on the computer as a kid, even though it was never a high-end gaming system. Nonetheless, it was enough for the typical LAN parties that were popular in the 2000s.

Manuel Fally playing GameBoy Advance SP.

GameBoy Advance SP

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
2004 - 2008

Manuel Fally playing Dreamcast.

Sega Dreamcast

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
1999 - 2004

Manuel Fally playing GameBoy Color.

GameBoy Pocket / Color

Games Overview:


Primarily played in the years:
1996 - 2004