I used to be into metal detecting aka TH’ing (treasure hunting) a bazillion years ago. I still have two detectors around here somewhere. I couldn’t help but do a double take when I saw these metal detecting sandals from Hammacher Schlemmer that come in sizes for men and women. The right sandal has a built […]
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CMO stands for Casual Multiplayer Online game. Yeah, who knew right? Faunasphere is a new game from Big Fish Games that you play through your browser. No special downloads are required and it’s completely free. The whole premise is that you’re on this world that’s been overrun by pollution. It’s your job to interact with
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iLuv has just announced the iAD 117 Triple USB Port Power Adapter and iAD116 Mini USB Power Adapter. This new series of small easy to carry power adapters aimed at travelers wanting to lighten their gadget load. The iAD117 features 3-USB ports for charging up to 3-devices at once and is available in international versions.
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A few years ago, I wanted a Mini Cooper very badly. I didn’t get one though because I still owed money on another car. The infatuation wore off, but I still think they are cute. I couldn’t help but smile when I saw this officially license Mini Cooper flash drive from Zerobasic. They are available
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The Bluelounge Refresh is a personal or shared charging station for up to four devices at one time. It is compact in size and available in 3 colors (White, Black and Pink). It comes with two iPod connectors, a USB micro, USB mini and also has two USB sockets that you can use to add
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This a gadget is still in the prototype stages, but I thought all partying gadgeteers might like to get a heads up about it. The Rotgutonix is a small handheld device that can detect adulterated alcohol, which is commonly known as rotgut. It has a built-in chemical sensor that can detect the quality of several
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When I was a little kid, we had a really large fish tank that I would sit and stare at for what seemed like hours. My Mom had all sorts of health problems, so we didn’t have the tank for long before my Dad got rid of it because it was too much to take
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I guess it’s no secret that I’m in love with GMail. Earlier this year I posted an article about my experiences switching from my server based email over to GMail for domains. Since then, I’ve been trying out several experimental features in the GMail Labs area. Today I want to briefly tell you about my
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Here’s a quirky product – literally. It’s the DigiDude from Quirky. It’s a portable tripod that you can attach easily to your photo gearbag, so that you’ll have it with you whenever you need it. Just unscrew the head and pop out the retractable legs and you’re good to go. Definitely cute and the price
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I love receiving gadgets in the mail or buying them at the store. But I hate wrestling hard plastic clamshell packages to get to the yummy gadget goodness inside. Last year I reviewed the Zibra Open It! and it was love at first snip. Now the same people (I think) have a new product on
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Clickfree, makers of the Clickfree Portable Backup System that Bill recently reviewed, is introducing the Transformer for iPhone and iPods. It allows consumers to backup the data on their computer into the excess storage space on their iPhone or iPod. The Transformer can also be used to transfer music from any iPod or iPhone to
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This device from Hammacher Schlemmer looks more like a something from the Spanish Inquisition than a product designed to relieve forearm pain. It replicates the Swedish arm massage technique to soothe the inflamed, stiff extensor and flexor muscles that cause forearm pain. Simply place your arm between the compression spring-loaded rollers, turn the dial to
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Here’s the scenario: You’re in the dark and you need to write something. By some weird coincidence, you’re not a mutant that can see in the dark (if you happen to be a mutant that can see in the dark, well yay for you). So, now what do you do? You use the Pilot’s Pen
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I’m not a big fan of web cams and don’t use them very often. I like the fact that I can roll out of bed with crazy hair and mismatched pajamas, chat with people and they can’t see me. 🙂 If I weren’t so self-conscience, I might be tempted to check out what might be
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Let it not be said that I’m a tea snob… Here’s an interesting gadget for my coffee loving gadget buddies. It’s the Hourglass Coffee Maker, a cold brewing coffee system. You fill one section with fresh coffee grounds, pour in cold water, leave on the counter over night and wake up in the morning with
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If it’s an ICON flashlight, the answer is yes. The Rouge 1 and 2 have a high-strength aluminum body with an open architecture design that dissipates heat and fits comfortably in hand. The Rouge 1 is 4.5 inches long and is powered by one AA alkaline battery. The larger Rouge 2 is 6.5 inches long
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Reader Keith Anderson sent me an email earlier today with a cool gear bag that he recently purchased. It’s the Nirvana Seatback Organizer and Travel Tote from Zen Class. It’s designed so that it will attach to the upright tray table on the seatback in front of you on a plane. According to Keith, it
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High powered lasers are nothing new. We’ve reviewed several over the years. But have you seen one that can be switched between low and high powers with a turn of a key? Me neither, so that’s why I agreed to take a look at the 125mW Green Laser Pointer from SKY Technologies.
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Most people probably wouldn’t think of their phone as a primary tool for helping them find a new apartment. I mean, other than making calls to different apartment buildings to ask for information, what else could you really use it for? However, if you happen to have an iPhone and the new MyNewPlace iPhone app,
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The Spyderco Byrdrench is unlike any multi-tool that I’ve seen before. The tool’s housing is two stainless halves that join creating slip joint pliers (with a large or small bite) on one end and an adjustable 9/16” crescent wrench on the opposite end. Other tools include a knife, file, hole starter and a bit housing
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