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New bags from Tom Bihn! The new Paramour backpack, the return of the Smart Alec, and more!

NEWS – If you’re hunting for a new backpack, we’ve got some new drops coming from Tom Bihn in April! First up is the Paramour, which is a fusion of the recently released Paragon and Paradigm backpack designs.The main compartment includes an integrated padded laptop sleeve for bigger devices (up to 17″), and a “3D […]

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mbarc 7-Day pill organizer review – It levels up your travel game, but is it worth it?

By Bob Patterson / April 23, 2022 / Reviews / Health and fitness, Travel Gear / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Yeah, yeah… I know what you’re going to say. “Bob, why do you need a fancy pill organizer when you get a cheap one at the dollar store?” That’s fair. But the mbarc 7-Day Pill Organizer promises an elevated experience in several useful and functional ways. I have thoughts. To the review! What

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Flybird Adjustable Weight Bench review – Get pumped!

By Bob Patterson / April 20, 2022 / Reviews / Exercise, Health and fitness / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – If you’re tired of that creaky old budget weight bench but don’t want (or need) a big rig for your workouts the Flybird Adjustable Weight Bench may be your jam. Don’t let the compact size fool you; it’s a tough and flexible little beastie that you can fold & stash away when you

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The new Woodward Briefcase from WP Standard is an understated beauty!

By Bob Patterson / April 15, 2022 / News / Bags, Leather / Leave a Comment

NEWS – There’s nothing better than a good leather bag, right? WP Standard has a history of making great leather bags, and the new Woodward Briefcase marks the return of a business-ready brief to its product lineup. The Woodward Briefcase shows off all the things we love about WP Standard designs. The aesthetic is uncomplicated

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The new Grandfather Backpack Case from Saddleback Leather is something I’ve never seen before…

By Bob Patterson / April 13, 2022 / News / Backpack, Bags, Leather / 4 Comments

NEWS – Saddleback Leather is always doing interesting things with new leather designs including takes on classic leather forms like Gladstone-style bags. Their recent releases have played with variations on hard-sided cases… which brings us to the brand new Grandfather Backpack Case released this week. The Grandfather Backpack Case is a hard-sided briefcase — box

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Trifo Lucy AI Robot Vacuum review – Should I be concerned that it watches me while it works?

By Bob Patterson / March 1, 2022 / Reviews / Vacuum / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Meet the do-it-all robot vac! The Trifo Lucy AI Robot Vacuum not only professes an advanced AI for optimized cleaning, but it does much more. It’s got an integrated camera with two-way audio. It’s got motion sensing security technology. And you can manage it all remotely from your app. How does all of

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Okaysou Dance 430 4 Quart Air Fryer review

By Bob Patterson / February 28, 2022 / Reviews / air fryer, Cooking, Food, Home and Kitchen / 2 Comments

REVIEW – Y’all know I love to cook, but I’ve never owned an air fryer. Weird, right? Over the past month, I’ve been putting the Okaysou Dance 430 4 Quart Air Fryer through its paces to see what I’ve been missing. Let’s cook some stuff. To the review! What is it? The Okaysou Dance 430

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Shokz OpenRun Pro sports headphones review – Time to get moving!

By Bob Patterson / February 25, 2022 / Reviews / Bluetooth headphones / 3 Comments

REVIEW – What is this sorcery?!? I’m testing the Shokz OpenRun Pro sports headphones, which feature bone-conducting technology for those with active lifestyles. These are a game changer for me. Let’s find out more. To the review!! What is it? Shokz OpenRun Pro sports headphones are bone conduction open ear headphones. What’s in the box? You’ll

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Rolling Square Edge Kit review – attach your phone to your laptop

By Bob Patterson / February 22, 2022 / Reviews / Device mount, Laptop Accessory / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – I am always fumbling for my phone while I am working. It’s awkward. But look at me now! My laptop and my phone are living in perfect harmony thanks to the Rolling Square Edge Kit. This kit not only mounts my phone next to my moneymaker, but it adds some extra features as

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Gadgeteer team – gear we’re using in 2022 (Bob Patterson)

By Bob Patterson / February 21, 2022 / Reviews / 2022 team gear / 2 Comments

ARTICLE – My work situation was 100% remote for the longest time, but now we’re going to the office a couple of days a week. It’s been two years, people. I need to find my work clothes, shoes, and the keys to my car. The good news is that, while the re-adjustment is weird, I

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Soul Nation S-Storm Max speaker review – it brings big sound and a funky light show!

By Bob Patterson / January 30, 2022 / Reviews / Bluetooth speaker / Leave a Comment

Soulnation SoulStorm S StormMax Speaker 2

REVIEW – Gaze upon the pretty lights! The Soul Nation S-Storm Max is a portable Bluetooth speaker that promises big sound, resistance to the elements, and a variety of light displays to spice up your party. Let’s fire up the party and see how it does. To the review! What is it? The Soul Nation

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Gutter Sense gutter cleaning tool review – like salad tongs for your gutters

By Bob Patterson / January 17, 2022 / Reviews / gardening / 5 Comments

REVIEW – Cleaning gutters is like a dentist appointment: nobody likes it, but it’s a thing that must be done. The Gutter Sense gutter cleaning tool is here to help with a solution that simplifies the process. It’s simple. It’s clever. And did I mention inexpensive? Let’s get to work. To the review! What is

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A Trifecta of new products from Tom Bihn: The Old School Carryall, the Organic Cotton Truck, and the Tray Bien! (review)

By Bob Patterson / December 29, 2021 / Reviews / Bags / 2 Comments

REVIEW – Remember when Ebeneezer Scrooge was visited by the Three Ghosts in A Christmas Carol? Well, I’ve got the Tom Bihn version of that story from their new winter releases! We’ve got something from the past (the Old School Carryall), something from the present (the Truck Tote, now in new organic materials), and the

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Roaring Fire Picofire Pocket Pouch review – here’s a multitasking upgrade to your EDC

By Bob Patterson / December 23, 2021 / Reviews / EDC, Pouch / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Is it a wallet? An EDC organizer? A multi-tool pouch? The Roaring Fire Picofire Pocket Pouch can be all of those things with elastic loops, pockets, and pouches to corral all of your bits and baubles. Let’s get organized. To the review! What is it? The Roaring Fire Picofire Pocket Pouch is an

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FOSOO Apex Electric Toothbrush review – brings the style and the substance to your daily hygiene routine

By Bob Patterson / December 11, 2021 / Reviews / Electric toothbrush, Health and fitness / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – What’s so special about the FOSOO electric toothbrush? It certainly looks pretty, which is always nice… but we here at The Gadgeteer are looking for substance behind that style. Does the FOSOO Apex Electric Toothbrush deliver the goods? Let’s find out. To the review! What is it? The FOSOO Apex Electric Toothbrush a

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STM Goods DUX 30L Backpack review

By Bob Patterson / December 7, 2021 / Reviews / Backpack / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – The term “Dux” is Australian slang for “best in class,” and that is where STM Goods’ new backpack gets it’s name. The Dux Backpack is full of tricks and innovations designed to make it a premium business or travel pack. Does the design hold up to the name? Let’s find out. To the

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

By Bob Patterson / December 4, 2021 / Reviews / Health and fitness / Leave a Comment

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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Eppiebasic Dual Desk Lamp review – Illuminates your workspace wherever and however you need it!

By Bob Patterson / November 23, 2021 / Reviews / LED lamp / 1 Comment

REVIEW – I dunno if you can fall in love with a desk lamp, but I really (really) like this one. The Eppiebasic Dual Desk Lamp features a bunch of neat design features that make it really useful in all the right ways. Never fear, dear readers… I shall illuminate you. To the review! What

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Tom Bihn announces a massive restock of highly popular and requested gear – get ’em before they’re gone!

By Bob Patterson / November 17, 2021 / News / Bags / Leave a Comment

NEWS – If you’ve been eyeing up some new gear from Tom Bihn, today may be your lucky day! They just announced a massive restock this morning of bags & accessories. The folks at Tom Bihn always listen to their customers & try to accommodate both popular items and fan requests in their restocks. Some

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Skill Board Balance Trainer review – Surfing without waves!

By Bob Patterson / November 12, 2021 / Reviews / Health and fitness / 3 Comments

REVIEW – What was I thinking? I’ve never skateboarded, surfed, or done gymnastics a day in my life. But here I am, learning how to improve my balance with the Skill Board Balance Trainer. I may be nuts. We’re facing our fears with this review, my friends. To the review! What is it? The Skill

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