Air Swimmers are helium filled durable nylon balloons shaped like a great white shark, bass or clownfish (aka Nemo). They are controlled with a battery powered infra-red handheld controller that has a 40 foot range to let them “swim” through the air with life-like motion. The fish are 57 inches long and 36 inches tall and are […]
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You might remember the Pilot FriXion erasable ball point pen that I reviewed a couple years ago. Now Pilot is offering markers with the same ink erasing capability. The FriXion Color markers are available in over 20 different vibrant colors. The ink in these markers is thermo sensitive. To erase it, you have to heat
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Summer is over, the leaves are turning colors and there’s a chill in the air. What does all this mean? It means it’s time for our 2014 Fall gadget giveaway! We have more than $650 worth of great prizes for one lucky winner. So click through to get the full details on how to enter. Hint:
2014 fall gadget giveaway! Read More
USB cables, who cares right? You might become more interested when I tell you that these particular USB cables won’t require you to pay attention to how you’re plugging them in. Just like Apple’s Lightning connector, these new USB cables from Remax that were sent to me from Brando, are reversible. Let me show you
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A year ago I told you about teen product designer Nick Bain and his dry-erase light switch cover. Now he’s launched the Switch Port as a Kickstarter project seeking $750 in funding. The Switch Port is a replacement light switch cover that doubles as a dry-erase message board. The cover has been CNC milled and
16yr old’s dry-erase light switch cover goes to Kickstarter Read More
If you’re a new iPhone 6 owner who is worried about your brand new phone bending from carrying it in your pocket. My first advice is to not carry the phone in your front or back pocket and then sit down. But if you must do this, consider the new Gresso iPhone 6 case. The
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A couple of weeks ago I told you about the Skydrop sprinkler system which uses your soil conditions and local weather to better schedule when it waters your lawn. That system was priced at $299. If you want a slightly less expensive solution, consider the Rachio Iro smart sprinkler system. Priced at $249, this system also mounts on
Rachio Iro smart sprinkler system keeps your lawn green while saving water Read More
If you’ve been too busy to visit The Gadgeteer every day this week (say it isn’t so!) then this post is just for you. You can pretend like this is a DVR for your favorite gadget related news and reviews. So get comfy and click through to see the full list of news, reviews and articles from
iPhone 6 cases, Macbook docks, pocket pens and more – Weekly roundup Read More
I received an email from Verizon telling me that the New Moto X smartphone and Moto Maker rolled out today. If you’re not familiar with Moto Maker, it’s a special customization service for the Moto X Android smartphone. You use it to choose from a thousand combinations for the back, front and trim colors of the
Julie’s gadget diary – What features would your dream phone have? Read More
Last week I posted a review of the Polar Loop activity tracker wrist band. This week Polar as announced a new activity tracker that some powerful new features geared towards runners. The new M400 is water-resistant and comes in white and black versions. It features Bluetooth connectivity with mobile devices and Polar’s own Flow app which
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Today I want to show you two ballpoint pens that have been designed to take up less space than traditional pens while still providing a comfortable writing experience. Everyday Carry (EDC) enthusiasts who are always on the look out for ways to pare down the size and weight of their gear bags might enjoy learning
Lamy Pico Pocket Size Extendable and Ohto Rook ballpoint pens review Read More
The Panther Vision Solar Powercap is a hands-free flashlight that you wear on your head that doesn’t require constant battery replacements. This baseball cap is made of 100% Cotton and comes in three colors. It features two LEDs mounted under the cap’s brim and a rechargeable NiMH battery that recharges from sunlight. The LEDs have
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When I was a kid I had a radio that could pull in all sorts of stations and bands. I loved turning the tuning knob very slowly so I could find every station possible, sometimes even finding foreign stations, which was always super cool. I’m guessing the market for radios like that one has pretty much dried
Grace Digital Primo Wi-Fi Internet Radio Streamer review Read More
Racing fans will no doubt be interested in these very cool Pitstop office chairs from Intro-Tech Automotive. There are several versions of the racing inspired Pitstop chairs, but I think the most impressive model is the LXE, which is available in four color combinations. The LXE features tire tread style arm rests with racing suspension springs,
If you can’t own a race car, how about a race car chair? Read More
Only a few years ago, my personal computer was a large tower unit that took up way too much space in the corner of my office (aka Gadgeteer HQ). That computer had all sorts of peripherals attached to it including a monitor, mouse, keyboard, speakers, external hard drive, scanner, printer and more. These days I prefer a 13″ Macbook Pro
LandingZone DOCK for Apple Macbook Pro with Retina display review Read More
Each time Apple releases a new iPhone the case makers go into a feeding frenzy to get their new iPhone cases recognized and ordered by millions of new phone owners. The same thing has been happening the last two weeks for the new iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus. My inbox has been filling with
Wrap your new iPhone 6 in luxurious Italian leather Read More
We hope you’re all having a great weekend. To make it even better, click through to see the full list of news, reviews and articles from this past week.
Loops, skates, mooses, bumpies and more – Weekly roundup Read More
Digitizing notes and drawings can be done a few different ways. You can snap a picture with your phone and upload the picture to Evernote, you can scan pages with a flatbed scanner, and you can also use special pen/paper combos like those from Livescribe. All of these methods work, but each have their own
iSketchnote digitizes your drawings and notes in real time Read More
The Collapsible Compact Chopsticks from Integral Design will make sure you always have a set of eating utensils when you need them. No need to use those paper wrapped wooden chopsticks at your favorite noodle shop when you have this set. They measure 4″ when collapsed and 8″ when assembled and are available in six
Are those chopsticks in your pocket or are you just happy to see me? Read More
Say what you will about Apple’s choice to use proprietary cables with their devices instead of generic micro USB cables, but their Lightning connectors are one of their best innovations. Lightning connectors can be inserted in either orientation making them simple and quick to plug in. Now the other end of the cable has the
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