CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Do you like minimalist wallets? If you do, I have one of these most minimal wallets you’ll be able to find. It’s called the Smallet and it’s a small wallet (get it?) that is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Smallet is a wallet that […]
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REVIEW – I’ve enjoyed testing and writing about many smart home gadgets, home automation devices, security systems, and dozens of security cameras, over the years. One thing that I’ve always found to be a problem is that each device I’ve continued to use has required its own separate app which means you have to search
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NEWS – Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is no joke. It’s a debilitating condition that makes using a mouse and keyboard very painful. One way to prevent RSI (repetitive stress injuries) is to make sure you are serious about ergonomics. Carpio from Deltahub is an interesting ergonomic wrist rest that has been designed to transfer pressure on
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DEAL NEWS – Ok folks, I have 2 special codes from Totallee for you today. One of them you need to jump on ASAP because it ends at tonight. Here are the details from Totallee: With the iPhone 12 right around the corner, we’re doing something BIG to clear out some old inventory. For a
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NEWS – When you are hiking, camping, or exploring in areas without cellular phone coverage can be a concern in the event of an emergency situation. Traditional satellite phones are expensive pieces of equipment with equally expensive usage charges. Is there a more economical alternative? That’s where the Bivy Stick comes in. This small device
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NEWS – Most of us have a smartphone in our pockets that can be used to take notes while we’re on the go, but there’s something to be said for the simplicity of regular paper. That’s why I think I’d like the Pokka MicroNotes notebooks as an addition to my EDC. If the Pokka brand
This EDC notebook is the size of a credit card and fits in your wallet Read More
NEWS – Most flashlights look pretty similar. They are round, have a power button on one end, and a bright LED on the opposite end. But not the RovyVon Angel Eyes (weird name, right?) flashlight. This one sports a cool retro sci-fi vibe that makes it look like it came straight out of the prop
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REVIEW – How hot is it outside? What’s the humidity right now? How fast is the wind blowing? How much did it rain last night? These are all questions we’ve probably asked at one time or another and we can find generalized answers by launching our favorite weather apps. But those apps don’t provide accurate
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REVIEW UPDATES – The reviews from this week are all from me and are from products that I use every day or at least weekly. Just to remind you if you’re new here, we like to revisit reviews from the past weeks, months, years, and even decades after we originally posted them to update our
Huel bars, Shotbox, and more – Review updates Read More
DEAL NEWS – Today (and tomorrow) are your lucky days because you can save 50% off a Keyport Pivot key organizer with a special discount code just for Gadgeteer readers. This is the best discount that they’ve ever had for the Pivot. If you’re not familiar the Keyport Pivot, take a quick look at my
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NEWS – Last fall when we had to move out of our house for a remodel, I wasn’t able to take my Total Gym with me for my daily workouts. Instead, I took a set of resistance bands and still use them from time to time in my workout sessions when I need to change
Think resistance bands are simple? HYGEAR Gear 1 will change your mind Read More
NEWS – One of my favorite places in the world is Sanibel Island Florida. We usually go there once a year (not this year though <sniff>) and our favorite activity is sitting on the beach relaxing under the shade of an umbrella. But each year we deal with the problem of getting our umbrella planted
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REVIEW – If you’re still sporting a chunky bi-fold style wallet, it’s time to consider upgrading to something slimmer and way more stylish. One option worth checking out is the Aviator Slide wallet from Germany. It’s a minimalist wallet with maximum features. What is it? The Aviator Slide is a minimalist wallet that can hold
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NEWS – QOOL Box is no ordinary cooler, my friends. This Germany engineered cooler will keep its contents at a constant temperature for up to 10 days without ice or power! How does it work? It uses special sealed vacuum insulation panels made of a Phase Change Material (PCM) that are installed in the walls,
This cooler will keep things cold for up to 10 days without ice! Read More
REVIEW UPDATES – This week we have three review updates from Michael Strange and I’ve reviewed my favorite gear page to reflect the changes I’ve made in the last 6 months since my last update back in January. I think one of the updates will be a surprise for many of you! So click on
Julie’s favorite gear, WORX cordless lawn mower, and more – Review updates Read More
NEWS – When I was a kid, my parents didn’t have money to buy me LEGO sets even though I begged for them each Christmas. When I became an adult, I bought lots of sets for myself, but now those bricks live in tubs somewhere in my garage. Every so often, I think about all
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NEWS – I love tech (duh!) but I also love using good old fashioned pen and paper just as much. That’s why the Paperback and Notepad from Ilovehandles caught my eye. What are they? They are two different ways to turn your iPhone (various versions) into a notepad. Paperback is a pad of yellow paper
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NEWS – Your Mac Pro will transform from a workstation to a workhorse with the Gear Saddle from WaterField Designs which is designed to keep all your extra computer gear neatly store right on your Mac Pro. Made of full-grain premium leather, this unique gear organizer fits over the top of the computer to provide
Your Mac Pro will say yippee ki yay with the Gear Saddle Read More
REVIEW UPDATES – Whew! For the past several weeks, we’ve been posting large batches of review updates from Andy Jacobs and we’re finally caught up! What are review updates? Just what you would guess they might be. They are quick updates that we do to reviews that we posted weeks, months, years, and even decades
Wireless chargers, EDC bags, wallets, and more – Review updates Read More
ARTICLE – Did you watch Apple’s WWDC (World Wide Developers Conference) keynote yesterday? Even though the iPhone and iPad haven’t been my primary devices in several years, I am always interested in everything new with iOS, iPadOS, and macOS (since my main computer is a MacBook). I was overjoyed to see that with iOS version