December 2021

Here’s a 30-in-1 multi-tool gift idea for EDC newbies

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NEWS – The Flextailgear FLEX TOOL 30-in-1 multi-tool is a stocking stuffer idea for new EDC fans on your holiday shopping list. I say new EDC fans because this multi-tool might be more of a novelty than a functional tool. But that’s just a guess on my part only because it has so many built-in […]

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Kovol Sprint 4-Port PD laptop charger review

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REVIEW – As more and more devices switch over to Type-C (USB-C) charging ports, the need for multi-port high wattage chargers have become more significant. Laptops, battery banks, flashlights, and wireless microphones are just some of the Type-C devices that I often find myself charging quite often. I decided to see if the KOVOL Sprint

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Ridge adds a key case to their popular line of minimalist wallets

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NEWS – Ridge makes one of those most popular minimalist wallets on the market. How do I know? Because we featured the Ridge wallet in a review back in 2015 and that review was one of the most read reviews on the site for several years in a row! Now Ridge has taken some of

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EcoFlow River Mini Portable Power Station review

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REVIEW – EcoFlow’s innovative power stations have only been on the market for a few months, but have made a big impact in portable power. I was very impressed with the Delta Pro power station and jumped at the opportunity to have a look at their River Mini. What is it? The EcoFlow River Mini

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The Flosmore Cordless Water Flosser review – packs a punch at a bargain price!

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REVIEW – We should all be using a water flosser as part of our daily routine, right? I’ve gone through a dozen of them over the years. Enter the The Flosmore Cordless Water Flosser, which promises some neat features you’ll find on more expensive units at a great budget price. How do it do? Let’s

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AfterShokz Aeropex Open-Ear Endurance Headphones review

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REVIEW – If my memory serves me correctly, several years ago I purchased Bone Conduction headphones from AfterShokz. I loved their design and function but I also remember them being a bit hard and rigid and that they would hurt in places around my head after wearing them for a while. I also remember parting

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This lantern never needs to be charged and can heat your coffee!

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NEWS – The UCO Candlelier is a lantern that doesn’t have LED or batteries. It’s old school and uses candles for both light and to heat small containers of liquid like a mini stove. It is made in the USA, features aluminum construction, with a carry handle, and is available in red, yellow, green, and

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Unitek 120 Watt, 10-Port USB charging station review – The 2021 solution to “remember the batteries.”  

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                   REVIEW – USB was introduced in 1996 and has since taken over the world. Very few portable electronics are not equipped with a USB charging port. But how to keep them all charged? Unitek’s 10-port USB charging station to the rescue! What is it? The Unitek model Y-2190F is an AC-powered, charging station with

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This spoon is designed to make your mediocre cooking taste better

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NEWS – Instead of becoming a better cook, you can use this magic spoon to improve the taste of food. Ok, it’s not really magic. It’s science. The SpoonTEK spoon uses ion sensory technology to send a mild electric current from the food to your tongue which will excite your taste buds and doing so

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ZEEKER P10 smartphone review – A big battery with a smartphone built in

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REVIEW: At 11.4 ounces the Zeeker P10 is a hefty cell phone. It’s heavy duty. Emphasis on heavy. It has a 6000 mAh battery so it would be. It is also submersible. No, it takes underwater pictures. Continue conversations in the bath, anyone? Could the Zeeker P10 be your everyday smartphone with specs like this?

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MYXfitness MYX II Plus fitness bike review – it’s more than just an exercise bike

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REVIEW – I walk for 20 minutes 2 times a day on the treadmill and do strength training 4 times a week using a TotalGym. I’ve been doing this for years and although it helps to keep me active, and relatively fit, doing the same thing day after day, week after week, month after month,

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LEGO isn’t just for fun, it’s home decor too!

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NEWS – How do you bring your love of LEGO to your whole house instead of just displaying some awesome models on a shelf? You use LEGO storage boxes, shelves, and even wall hangers! The Danish company Room Copenhagen has partnered with LEGO to offer some wooden LEGO branded storage boxes, wall shelves, wall hangers,

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James Brand’s latest knife has a unique split grip design

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NEWS – If you’ve been looking for a new knife for your EDC that will turn heads and create envy, the new James Brand Redstone knife won’t disappoint. This lightweight pocket knife features a Sandvik 12C27 drop point blade and their slide-lock mechanism. But it’s the unique split polypropylene grip that made me look twice.

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The Topeak Ratchet Rocket is a multi-tool just for cyclists

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NEWS – We love our multi-tools here at the Gadgeteer, so I’m always on the lookout for interesting ones to show you. The Ratchet Rocket multi-tool by Topeak is interesting because it’s a specialized multi-tool that has been designed for cyclists. It features a ratching bit driver with a #2 Phillips screwdriver bit, a 6mm,

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NTONPOWER Solar Rover 500 Power Station review

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REVIEW – As long-time (well, the past 4 years) readers may remember, in addition to my day job and my duties as a reviewer for The Gadgeteer, I am actively involved with the Boy Scouts.  Recently, I added the position of Adult Troop Quartermaster to my long-term role as an Assistant Scoutmaster.  One of the

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