Bambu Lab X1 Carbon 3D printer review – Bigger really is better!

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REVIEW – I’ve reviewed several 3D printers over the years, and until the last one that I reviewed, they were all more of a toy than a useful tool. That last 3D printer was the Bambu Lab A1 Mini (shown above on the left). It was the 3D printer that finally made 3D printing fun […]

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Thermal Master T2 Max thermal hunting scope review – activate cheat mode while hunting or just looking for large animals!

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REVIEW – We’ve reviewed quite a few thermal imaging cameras here at the Gadgeteer, but long-range ones are rarer than the frequent reviews we get for short-range models. I’ve been thrilled to spot bighorn sheep and mountain goats during hikes near my house recently and jumped at the chance to add a long-range thermal camera

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Introducing the xTool MetalFab Laser Welder and CNC Cutter: A Game-Changer in Metal Fabrication

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SPONSORED NEWS – If you’ve ever thought about diving into metalworking but felt intimidated by the cost, complexity, or steep learning curve, xTool has just delivered the solution you’ve been waiting for. Meet the xTool MetalFab Laser Welder and CNC Cutter, a revolutionary all-in-one machine that combines industrial-grade performance with consumer-friendly pricing and usability. Whether

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TCL QM6K Series TV review – Fantastic picture for a mid-level price!

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REVIEW – Television technology is changing rapidly, with features and quality that appeared on high-end TVs just a few years ago making their way down to the mid-range models now. That’s what the QM6K series from TCL represents – premium features, in a mid-priced package.Β  Our first flat-screen TV was a chunker – it was

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Funwhole Steampunk watch tower kit review – nearly 3000 pieces of steampunk fun!

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REVIEW – I’ve built β€œbricks” since I was a kid in the 80’s, ranging from the smallest of sets to a life-consuming 11,000 piece custom Star Destroyer model in 2020 (which was a blast). I haven’t had time to build as much lately, but when I had the opportunity to review the Funwhole Steampunk watch

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Gerber LST series knife review – Lives up to their reputation as tough, budget-friendly little slicers!

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REVIEW – We’re looking at a piece of history today! It is said that the Gerber LST pocketknife changed the EDC knife game back in the early 1980s. Fast-forward to 2025, and we’re looking at the latest edition of this lightweight workhorse. I’ve got this knife’s standard and mini versions for evaluation,Β just in case you

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Edifier NeoBuds True Wireless Planar Magnetic Noise Canceling Earbuds review – Convenience with Emotion

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REVIEW – When tech goes tiny, the impossible becomes possibleβ€”and it’s true with audio, as well. Take the Edifier NeoBuds True Wireless Planar Magnetic Noise Canceling Earbuds as an example. This mouthful of an in-ear monitor (IEM) uses a speaker design more common in headphones than earphones. The result is a pair of earbuds (what

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EM-Smart Dual 20W Fiber & 20W Diode Laser Engraver Review – double the capability!

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REVIEW – EM-Smart has recently announced their newest laser engraver, the EM-Smart Dual Desktop Laser Engraver. I’m always interested in reviewing lasers, but much more than that, I’m always interested in reviewing items from a manufacturer that is new to me. β¬‡οΈŽΒ Jump to summaryΒ (pros/cons) Price: $3499.00 Where to buy: EM-Smart What is it? The EM-Smart

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Bag and EDC fanatics need to check out these 3 new products!

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NEWS – I’m back with another group of interesting new products that both travelers and fans of EDC products will want to check out. The first one caught my attention because I’m gearing up for a vacation trip in the next few weeks and while luggage isn’t necessarily an exciting gadget category, knew even before

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GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar set 2.0 + App review – Getting a quality workout is a stretch

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REVIEW – I have been a bit of a fitness buff for years.Β  Not that I’m a shredded influencer or anything, but I know my way around a gym, and I know what it takes to see results.Β  At one point, I even had my personal training certificate.Β  That has since lapsed as my career

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Innogo PowerBeat Speaker review – A really small speaker at a small price

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REVIEW – There are large speakers and there are small speakers. Then, there are really small speakers like thisβ€”the Innogo PowerBeat Speaker. This petite circular speaker can do a lot for a speaker its sizeβ€”and then some. β¬‡οΈŽΒ Jump to summaryΒ (pros/cons) Price: $36 Where to buy: Innogo What is it? The Innogo PowerBeat Speaker is a

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Dreo Smart Air Conditioner review – Beat the summer heat with this smart AC!

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REVIEW – Even though the Pacific Northwest is considerably cooler in the summer than what I’m used to on the East Coast, there are still plenty of days when the heat inside my apartment becomes unbearable. So, when my home office starts feeling like an oven, a reliable air conditioner goes from being a luxury

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Gigalumi Solar Deck Lighting review – Keeping the glow alive

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REVIEW – When upgrading the outdoor space of your domicile, lighting can quickly transform a space. Extending sitting time into the dusk and evening, setting a mood, making unseen steps or other dangerous areas visible are just a few of the reasons to consider lighting. But until relatively recently, wiring those lights was much of

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Oclean X Ultra S Smart Sonic Toothbrush review – A maglevicent brushing experience

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REVIEW – Electric toothbrushes are not new, nor are ones that have companion apps. The Oclean X Ultra S however, is the first I’ve used that uses AI to interpret and inform you on your brushing habits while coaching you for better results. It’s a full travel-ready solution that should be on your list to

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Holy Stone HS360E drone review – a great improvement on its predecessor

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REVIEW – Holy Stone has quite the lineup of drones, which they have been manufacturing for many years. Quite a few have been reviewed on The Gadgeteer over the years. Two previously reviewed drones include the HS360 and its successor, the HS360S. This time, we get to see how the latest iteration improves upon the

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Creative Pebble Nova review – Aural bliss with an intergalactic aesthetic

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REVIEW – Many, many moons ago, when you were building or buying a PC, there was an important add-on you absolutely needed: a sound card. Yes, believe it or not, you needed a separate device in order to hear music, games, whatever. I think it’s safe to say that Creative pretty much cornered the market

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Bodega Single door display cooler review – a great cooler with eye-catching appeal

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REVIEW – My wife has been asking for a garage fridge for years, but it seems like something’s always taken priority whenever we get a bit of extra money. I would never have even thought to look at display coolers like the Bodega Single door display cooler, but when the review offer came into my

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