Bob Patterson

I'm a digital marketer and an illustrator with a passion for user experience. I constantly dabble in gadgets and technology, with a particular interest in bags & EDC products, cooking, and creative tools. I'm also an old school punk rock guy and a rabid fan of sci-fi and fantasy genres... I have the Yoda tattoo to prove it.

Flybird Adjustable Olympic Weightlifting Bench review – Don’t give up your new year’s goals!

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REVIEW – Time to work on those muscles! I’m testing the Flybird Adjustable Olympic Weightlifting Bench, which is designed as an upgrade for your home gym if you’re getting more serious about your weightlifting. This particular model puts an emphasis on adaptability for bench press variations, but has some extras for other exercises as well. […]

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Vosteed Shilin Cutter pocket knife review – A knife worthy of your EDC consideration!

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REVIEW – A functional and interesting EDC knife? Yes, please! I’m testing the Shilin Cutter from Vosteed, which blends a traditional Taiwanese blade style with a very modern knife design. How does it all come together? Time to do some slicing. To the review! What is it? The Vosteed Shilin Cutter is an EDC pocket

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Sandmarc Hybrid Sling Bag review – A mobile deployment platform for all your tech & digital photography gear

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REVIEW – Tech heads and digital phototgraphers are gonna REALLY love this one. Sandmarc has a specialty niche in the iPhone photography and accessory market, and the Hybrid Sling Bag is their small-carry solution for organizing all of the photography-related things. It’s also pretty great as a general digital gear and travel bag. I spent

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PrimePutt Putting Mat review – Work on your short game 365 days a year

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REVIEW – Endorsed by PGA pros, the PrimePutt putting mat claims to be the truest simulation of real-world putting conditions available on the market. We got one to play with, and we have thoughts. To the review! What is it? The PrimePutt Putting Mat is a practice putting mat for golfers that can be used

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TIZAG Customizable Digital Canvas iPhone Case review – rocks some innovative technology… with some caveats

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REVIEW – Things are not what they seem here! The TIZAG Customizable Digital Canvas iPhone Case enables you to customize that picture on the back panel, no bluetooth or battery required! How is this sorcery possible? Let’s learn more. To the review! What is it? The TIZAG is an iPhone case with an NFC-powered digital

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XMCOSY Smart Acrylic Lights review – Brings the wow factor!

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REVIEW – No filter was used for this picture! You’re looking at the XMCOSY Smart Acrylic Lights, which are an update to a model that I reviewed back in March of this year. These lights are waterproof and completely programmable via the app for customized light displays all year around. We’ll look at the features

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PINKAH Stainless Steel French Press Coffee Maker review – a great daily driver for a caffeine fiend!

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REVIEW – Look at my fancy coffee maker! The PINKAH Stainless Steel French Press Coffee Maker is a contemporary take on the French Press design that features an innovative leakproof pouring mechanism and a double-walled design that keeps your beverages hot for hours. We love all the coffee things, so let’s learn more. To the

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Pulsetto Vagus Nerve Stimulator review – My experience has been… stimulating

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REVIEW – Is this a cure for what ails you? The Pulsetto is a device that, when paired with the proprietary app, stimulates your vagus nerve in a variety of ways to improve wellness. The manufacturer claims that it can help with everything from stress reduction and improved sleep to easing digestion and reducing chronic

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Troubador Apex Backpack 3.0 review – Lightweight, comfortable and superbly functional

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REVIEW – Feel good and look good on your daily commute! The Troubador Apex Backpack 3.0 is an award-wining design that promises all-day flexibility in a thoughtful and sustainable package. Does it meet The Gadgeteer’s standards? Let’s explore. To the review! What is it? The Troubador Apex Backpack 3.0 is a lightweight work/travel/daily backpack that

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BOB AND BRAD Q2 Pro Mini with Heat and Cold Massage Gun review

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REVIEW – Portable relief for your sore joints and muscles! The Bob and Brad Q2 Pro Mini Massage Gun is a compact, version of the massage guns used for sports recovery and physical therapy. This unit comes with a twist: it’s got a special massage head that adds heating and cooling options to your therapy!

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HOMEIDEAS 50 ft Rubber Garden Hose with Nozzle review – is tough, flexible, and versatile!

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REVIEW – The garden hose is one of those essential household items that you have to have, but can also make you crazy. I swear I go through one every season. Enter the HOMEIDEAS 50 ft Rubber Garden Hose with Nozzle. It’s a little more expensive than typical bargain hoses, but it professes to be

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Gemilai G3005E Espresso Machine review – A simple, durable home brewer!

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REVIEW – Pardon me if I’m typing too fast. I’ve been testing the Gemilai G3005E Espresso Machine, and I may have had too many espressos! This unit is made for you to make your favorite coffee drinks at home with simple operation and reliable results. How does it hold up to the pressure test? To

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EarFun Air Pro 4 earbuds review – Bring amazing sound and control!

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REVIEW – Are these the ultimate “bang for your buck” earbuds? The EarFun Air Pro 4 Earbuds boast a serious set of features, including long battery life, quality audio, adaptive active noise canceling, and more for under $100. Sounds impressive, right? Let’s see how they perform in real-world applications. To the review! What is it?

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PestSniper Solar Bug Zapper review – charges by day and zaps bugs by night

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REVIEW – Step into the liiiiiiight! The PestSniper Solar Bug Zapper is designed to attract & kill bugs in your outdoor spaces at night. The clever bit here is that this zapper has a rechargeable battery that can be charged by via cable or an integrated solar panel, so you can put it anywhere in

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Eureka Omniverse Vacuum Cleaner review – Has some clever and not-so-clever tricks to show you!

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REVIEW – A vacuum cleaner that does the limbo! Meet the Eureka Omniverse! This multifunction vacuum claims to be your one solution for hardwood floors, carpets, pets, and getting into all the corners of your house. One of it’s tricks is specifically designed to get deep under your furniture! Join us as we learn more

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PestSniper Indoor Bug Zapper review – Battles your indoor invaders!

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REVIEW – Zap those pesky critters! The PestSniper Indoor Bug Zapper is designed with three different modes for attracting & killing flying bugs that make their way into your home. How does it work when it comes to vanquishing those rude intruders? Let’s go see. To the review! What is it? The PestSniper Indoor Bug

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ANNNWZZD 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station review – charges all your things and is nightstand-friendly

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REVIEW – Clean up your nightstand! The ANNNWZZD 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station charges all your Apple gadgets in one compact package. It also packs up nicely for travel. Let’s power those peripherals. To the review! What is it? The ANNNWZZD 3 in 1 Wireless Charging Station is a vertically oriented, wireless, MagSafe charging stand for

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AER Tech Pack 3 backpack review – it’s made for the road warriors!

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REVIEW – Road warriors: your backpack is here! I’m testing AER’s Tech Pack 3 from the 2024 Tech Collection. As the name implies, this is third generation of this particular bag. It’s designed to manage all your technology and tech accessories without the need for extra pouches or organizers. Let’s take it on the road.

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