REVIEW – We all know that we should brush our teeth at least 2 times a day and we should be flossing as well. I was a slacker when it came to flossing until about a year ago when I finally made it a habit to floss every morning. But for some weird reason, I […]
Phylian Water Flosser review Read More
NEWS – What is the main function of your multi-tool? How many of you answered “opening boxes”? Yep, me too. The Outdoor Edge Sidewinder is pocket-friendly box cutter that features a locking blade with easily replaceable standard utility razor blades, both flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, a bottle opener, prybar, and pocket clip. This tool will
This tiny box cutter doubles as a ultra basic multi-tool Read More
NEWS – I really needed one of these replacement zipper pulls a couple of years ago when I continued to use a large rolling suitcase that was missing a zipper pull. My own DIY solution was to use a twisty tie from a loaf of bread. Yeah, so classy. If you have a jacket, bag,
A solution for missing zipper pulls Read More
NEWS – Five years ago I reviewed the Flic wireless smart buttons. These small buttons allowed for all kinds of interesting home automation funnery (I just made up that word – you’re welcome). I used one of mine to record the time I stopped eating at night so that I could figure out how long
The Flic Twist home automation gadget has been revealed Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The Hot Shot Fire Starting Survival Card From Grim Workshop is a credit card-sized high carbon steel multi-tool that features a knife and a complete fire starting kit that is designed to fit into a wallet or an Altoids tin for convenient EDC. Why do I like it? I like Hot Shot
Here’s a fire starting credit card sized kit that fits in your wallet Read More
NEWS – A few days ago I posted about the Kershaw multi-tool knife because I wanted to feature some multi-tools that make the knife the main feature. Today I have another one for you. it’s the Swiss+Tech Multitool Knife that has 13 tools in a very pocket-friendly form factor. This multi-tool features all stainless steel
This multi-tool knife makes stainless steel sexy Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I’ve often called myself a minimalist, but a better term might be to call myself an essentialist. It’s not that I want to get rid of all my stuff as much as that I want to use only what I need and to optimize what I use. That includes device accessories like
iFMARS Magic Cable – weird name, great 3-in-1 cable for Apple fans Read More
REVIEW – I enjoy keeping a paper journal, notebook, diary, log, whatever you want to call it. I use one every day to write down 3-4 tasks that I want to accomplish because I’ve found that writing them on paper and checking them off as I finish them, actually makes me more productive than putting
NeoLAB LAMY Safari all black ncode smartpen review – Analog meets digital Read More
NEWS – It seems like the vast majority of multi-tools include a knife as almost an afterthought. The Kershaw Select Fire flips that and makes the blade the main highlight of this EDC tool while including some extra functionality. The Kershaw Select Fire features a heat-hardened stainless steel blade, black glass-filled nylon scales, a fold-out
Here’s a multi-tool knife that you will love to bits Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I’ve been doing more videos for YouTube for my reviews and one thing I notice other than the fact that I need to improve lighting is that I also need to improve the sound. For that, a microphone is needed and the Sabinetek SingMic which is currently seeking funding on Indiegogo looks
The SingMic is better than a hairbrush for aspiring Doja Cats Read More
NEWS – I feel like I’m a pretty crafty person. I’ve made my own leather notebook covers, I like to draw, and I’m currently trying to learn to sew on a vintage Singer sewing machine. I’ve always been interested in getting into woodworking but have only dabbled in it with not good results (I tried
Make your own pencils with this insanely awesome kit! Read More
REVIEW UPDATE – Here is a new set of review updates. Semi-regularly, we like to add updates to our previously published reviews to let you know how well (or not) a product continues to work well past the initial weeks after we received it. Click on each review in the list below and then scroll
Brewferm beer kit, Greenworks robo vac, Benq lamp, and more – Review updates Read More
NEWS – Key jingle is obviously a first-world problem. But what the heck, let’s solve it! Today I bring you the Keysmart Mini. We’ve reviewed other Keysmart key organizers in the past, but they were all full-sized. The mini is… well… mini! The Keysmart Mini key organizer is designed to hold up to 5 keys
Organize and silence key jingle without adding bulk Read More
NEWS – Straight from the Gadgeteer wacky files comes Hushme. No, it’s not a muzzle for a cannibal. It’s a Bluetooth headset that allows you to receive calls and talk to people without those around you being able to hear what you say. Why do I think the Hushme is wacky? Let me count the
Hushme is the most ridiculous Bluetooth headset I’ve ever seen! Read More
NEWS – I recently reviewed the sub $100 Easythreed K7 mini 3D printer and I have to say that the 3D printing bug has bitten me. As I wait for another (better) 3D printer to come along that I can review or buy, I’ve been watching lots of YouTube videos and dancing the web for
Smooth out the rough edges on your 3D prints with this tool Read More
NEWS – In 2 weeks we’ll learn everything there is to know about the Pixel 6 – not that there’s much left to learn that we don’t already know at this point as Google hasn’t kept many secrets. I haven’t used a Pixel as my daily driver since the Pixel 2 XL three years ago
2 weeks from now, we’ll get all the Pixel 6 details! Read More
NEWS – Has it really been 10 years since Steve Jobs passed away from pancreatic cancer? I didn’t know it either until I was visiting Apple.com this morning (10/5/21) and saw Apple’s Celebrating Steve video tribute to Steve and the awesome products that he brought to geeks around the world. Be sure and go to
Apple has a Steve Jobs video tribute to mark 10yrs since he passed Read More
NEWS – Rapid Rope lets you carry 120 feet of rope in your backpack without all the bulk that can weigh you down. This Coke can-sized canister holds 120 feet of 1100 lb test cord. Use it around the house, use it while camping, put it in your car for emergencies. The use case ideas
Instead of a can of whoop-ass, how about a can of rope? Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – You know we love our multi-tools around here and we especially like unique and unusual multi-tools. I think the Universal 4.0 Credit Card Multitool Knife & 80+Tool from MRF fits both of those criteria. This EDC tool card is available in stainless steel, Titanium, and even one with a Cerakote ceramic coating.
This credit card sized multi-tool system has 80+ functions! Read More
NEWS – Who knew that the clickity clacky goodness of mechanical keyboards turn keyboard customization into a popular hobby with geeks like us and we have quite a few mechanical keyboard reviews here on The Gadgeteer to prove it. But today I have something a little different for you. It’s not news about a new
Mechanical keyboard geeks will drool over these stainless steel keycaps! Read More