Soon, your car will update just like your apps and other hardware

By / May 22, 2019 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Cars today run on software.  Programs control everything from climate control to transmission shifting to air/gas mixture in the engine. Car manufacturers release software updates, just like other hardware manufacturers.  I get firmware updates for my Sonos speakers and my Kevo door locks.  They are delivered and installed pretty easily. But…for cars, it …

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Wilson’s new weBoost Drive Reach means no more cellular dead zones on your next road trip

By / May 21, 2019 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Today Wilson Electronics has launched a powerful new in-vehicle signal booster device that has been designed to improve weak cellular signals in cars, trucks, and RVs to provide better connectivity while on the road. The weBoost Drive Reach device is compatible with all mobile phones and wireless carriers in North America and allows …

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Spectral Body Alkaline Blue water bottle review

By / May 21, 2019 / Reviews / , / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Hydration is important and although the old adage of needing 8 glasses of water a day may not be 100% valid, it is true that plain water is better for your body than sodas, and other sugary drinks. Can you make plain water even better for you though? Some people believe that alkaline …

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Own a little piece of Saddleback Leather history with the 20th Anniversary Briefcase!

By / May 21, 2019 / News / , / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Back in 1999, Dave Munson created Saddleback Leather in his quest to design the perfect leather bag. Here we are at the 20th anniversary of that event, and Saddleback Leather is releasing a limited-edition briefcase based on the original design! I love the stripped-down look of this design, which reads more like a …

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GameSir GK300 Wireless Mechanical Gaming Keyboard review

By / May 21, 2019 / Reviews / / Leave a Comment

 REVIEW – Most of my leisure time these days is spent playing Dota 2, so to support my keyboard-mashing habit, last year I bought a really nice keyboard, a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate.  It’s a super study mechanical keyboard that can take a lot of abuse.  It is, however, a wired keyboard.  As a gamer, I …

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Save $330 off a Neato Botvac D6 robot vacuum at Best Buy this week!

By / May 21, 2019 / News / , , / 1 Comment

DEAL – Today May 21 through May 27, the Neato Botvac D6™ Connected will be Best Buy’s Weekly Deal (from 10pm PT on 5/20 through 10pm PT on 5/27) and will retail for $399 which is a savings of $330 from its original price ($729). So if you’ve been thinking about buying your first robot …

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No pockets? No problem. Pocketbands to the rescue!

By / May 20, 2019 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Pocketbands are a solution to not having any place to put a key, cash, or other small items when you’re out and about. Especially handy for runners, bikers, or just about anyone, Pocketbands are adjustable wrist bands with hidden storage that are made of silicon and are available in a variety of colors. …

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Bear Bowl is a cooking pot that fits in your pocket

By / May 20, 2019 / News / , , / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Backpackers and hikers will be interested in learning more about the Bear Bowl which is a cooking vessel that folds down into a pocket friendly package for easy light weight and minimal carry. The Bear Bowl comes in three sizes that range from 32 ounce capacity for the Baby Bear Blue size, up …

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Party Blinks LED lights, Portal Cord, Orb Drop, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

By / May 19, 2019 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – This week I’m bringing you 5 Kickstarter projects that I think are worthy of your consideration. I’ve got two EDC products, a home product, and two other products that are just for fun. Check them out. Party Blinks What is it? Party Blinks are LED multi-colored water-resistant string lights for indoor and outdoor …

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Doogee S90 smartphone, AISportage smart shoes, Ooni Koda pizza oven, and more – Weekly roundup

By / May 18, 2019 / News / / Leave a Comment

NEWS – You survived another week! Pat yourself on the back for a job well done. To celebrate, I have a sure-fire way to de-stress and relax from all the adventures of last week. Pull up a chair and take a look at the full list of all the reviews and news that we posted …

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