I’ve been using D’Addario NS Micro clip-on tuners on all of my ukuleles for a few years now because they are small enough to leave on the head stocks of my instruments without getting in the way of my playing or when the ukuleles are stored in their cases. D’Addario have a new version of […]
D’Addario’s NS Micro tuner keeps shrinking Read More
There are so many minimalist wallets on the market that it’s tough to keep track of all of them. There are minimalist wallets made of plastic, metal, elastic, leather and even special paper like Tyvek. I’ve reviewed quite a few wallets over the years, and it seems like there’s always something about them that ends
Trayvax Summit minimalist wallet review Read More
Hoverboards are two-wheeled self-balancing electric scooters that you stand on to ride around like a minimalist version of the Segway. Two wheels are cool, but what if you would rather sit down but still get from point A to point B? Check out the HoverSeat from BoatsToGo. It’s an aluminum frame with two additional wheels
HoverSeat turns your 2-wheeled hoverboard into a 4-wheeled vehicle Read More
Did you get a chance to visit The Gadgeteer every day this week to read our news and reviews? If you answered no, then this post is for you. Click through to see a comprehensive list of all our posts from the past seven days. Happy reading!
TRIbella wine accessory, a smart thermometer, Citizens Earth Day and more – Weekly roundup Read More
Today we have over a dozen quick review updates from Ian Lim, our Australian gadgeteer whose very first review was posted five years ago. If you’ve ever wondered how well some of the gadgets and gear hold up after we’ve dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s on our reviews, these semi-regular review update posts
Nexus 7, bags, speakers, bicycle gear and more – Review updates Read More
I don’t have children, but I can only guess how much “fun” parents have when it’s time to tell their kids to turn off their tablets and laptops at the end of the day. I am imagining the tantrums and meltdowns that happen when the internet can’t be accessed and that’s just what happens to
KoalaSafe is a kill switch for the internet that controls screen time for your kids Read More
April showers bring May flowers and wet hair. Unless you’re sporting a buzz cut, you probably don’t like getting caught in the rain without an umbrella. The RainScarf is an alternative to bulky umbrellas and raincoats. This light weight 75″ long scarf is reversible with a soft polyester blend side for cool clear days and
You’ll be prepared for the next rain storm with this scarf that has a built in hood Read More
As you’re preparing for your day or getting ready for a night on the town, a mirror is an important tool. But this mirror from iHome not only lets you check your face, it also lets you listen to your favorite tunes and charge your phone. The iHome iCVBT7 is a 9-inch diameter double sided
This mirror from iHome lets you check your makeup and play your favorite tunes Read More
The StylusFlex is new Kickstarter project that is currently seeking $10,000 funding. It’s just a boring capacitive stylus you say, who cares? Well, hold on a sec. It’s not “just a boring stylus”. The StylusFlex has a few tricks up its sleeve. Let me show you.
StylusFlex stylus review Read More
The popularity of virtual reality headsets is growing, while the physical size of these bulky accessories remains the same. However, that might be changing if this folding VR headset from Brando is any indication. This 3D headset is actually built into an iPhone case, so it’s easy to use anytime you need a virtual reality
Forget about bulky VR headsets, this one from Brando is built into an iPhone case Read More
Getting sick is obviously no fun, but having an easy way to track your fevers can be just a little more fun when you use the Kinsa Smart Thermometer. You might be thinking, why should I spend money on a digital thermometer when my old style glass thermometer or existing digital thermometer works just fine.
Kinsa Smart Thermometer review Read More
Saddleback Leather Company is expanding their popular product line with eight new Mountainback bag designs. These aren’t Saddleback’s typical leather bags though. They are are waxed canvas and leather bags that have been inspired by the sailmakers of New Zealand. Constructed of rugged and water resistant thick 24 oz moss green waxed canvas from Scotland,
I hope everyone is having a great weekend so far. I’ve spent all afternoon outside picking up sticks that have accumulated in the yard from winter and spring storms. I’ll be lucky if I can get out of bed in the morning after bending over eleventy million times. 🙂 If you’re looking for a relaxing
LG G5, Amazon Oasis and more – Weekly roundup Read More
I prefer earbuds to headphones because they are smaller and easier to carry around than a full-sized pair of earphones. While I like them better earphones, I know I’m not alone in having issues with earbuds falling out of my ears. If you’re a fan of Apple’s earpods which have come packaged with the iPhone,
GOBUDi EARBUDi ear hooks keep Apple earpods from falling out of your ears Read More
Field Notes alternative pocket notebook maker Word. has just announced a new set of notebooks that have covers that are inspired by topographic maps of the earth. Word. Terrain notebooks are available in three colors including orange, green and ivory. Each colored set comes with three notebooks of the same color. The 3.5 x 5.5
Word. notebooks go for a hike Read More
Verizon sent me short term loaner unit of the LG G5 a couple weeks ago and I’ve been holding off reviewing it until I received the camera grip module. Since the grip module isn’t due to get here for another week or so, I thought I’d go ahead and split the review into two parts
LG G5 review (part 1- first impressions) Read More
We’ve all probably played air guitar at least once in our lives. If you don’t know what it is (do you live under a rock?), air guitar is pantomiming playing an electric guitar just like your favorite guitar hero shredding to a classic song. Anyone can play air guitar, but how would you like to
Play “real” air guitar with the wearable Zivix AirJamz wristband Read More
Earlier today I told you about Verizon’s trade-in event that will give you up to $300 of credit when you trade-in your old phone. Well now they are going to give Android smartphone users 2GB of free data (for 2 billing cycles) when they try Android Pay. Simply open the app to get started. Tap
Verizon has been busy today. Now they’ll give you 2GB of data just for trying Android Pay Read More
Now is the time to take action if you’re a Verizon customer who is looking for a new phone. Starting today (04-14-16), you can receive up to $300 when you trade in select devices and buy a new Samsung Galaxy S7, LG G5, Motorola Droid Turbo 2, or iPhone 6S (16GB) for just $15 a
Need to upgrade your phone? Verizon’s national trade-in event just started Read More
Guitar players who don’t want to hide their favorite instrument in a case or on a boring old metal floor stand can now hang it on the wall in style. GuitarGrips are wall-mounted guitar hangers that are shaped like human and in-human hands. GuitarGrips come in several styles that include male hands in a variety
Let the undead hold your guitar Read More