Michael Strange – The Gadgeteer

Nomad’s waterproof leather Active Straps are designed for heavy everyday use

NEWS – One of my favorite accessories maker, Nomad, recently introduced a new Apple Watch band made of hydrophobic leather. The versatile band can withstand dirt, sweat, saltwater, and sand. It’s made to go from workout to night out. From Nomad’s website: Built with hydrophobic leather and ventilation channels, Active Strap is designed for …

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Mujjo Double-Insulated Touchscreen Gloves review

REVIEW – Living in Michigan, one item you must own in the fall and winter is a warm pair of gloves. And with virtually every device from phones to in-car displays having a touchscreen these days, touchscreen gloves are even better. I’ve tried several pairs of touchscreen gloves over the years, and they usually fall …

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Level Lock transforms your dumb lock into a smart lock

By Michael Strange / November 26, 2019 November 26, 2019 / News / Home Automation, Locks, Security / 2 Comments

NEWS – The list of Home Automation products is growing, and smart locks are popular amongst them. But most if not all of them require you to replace your existing deadbolt and usually have a touch or keypad. The Level Lock is billed as the world’s first invisible smart lock. It’s designed to install inside …

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Monowear Urban Canvas and Cocktail Leather Apple Watch bands review

By Michael Strange / November 22, 2019 November 22, 2019 / Reviews / Apple Watch / 1 Comment

REVIEW – I love my Apple Watch, and one reason is how easy it is to change bands. I like being able to switch bands based on my mood or activity. I’m also kind of addicted to collecting them. Recently I’ve been testing a couple of bands from Monowear. They were kind enough to send …

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Put “1,000 songs in your pocket” with Elago’s latest retro AirPods case

By Michael Strange / November 20, 2019 November 20, 2019 / News / AirPods / Leave a Comment

NEWS – About a month ago, I wrote about Elago’s AW3 AirPods case, which resembled a classic Macintosh computer. Well, Elago is back at it again, this time transforming your AirPods case into a classic iPod music player complete with the iconic click wheel. The AW6 AirPods hang case is made of premium silicone …

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This cute little disk will keep your favorite beverage hot on-the-go

By Michael Strange / November 16, 2019 November 16, 2019 / News / Beverage, Travel Gear / 1 Comment

NEWS – Has this ever happened to you? You just plopped down $6 at your favorite coffee shop, but about halfway through enjoying your hot cup of whatever it gets ice cold, and you end up tossing it into the trash. Now there’s a way to keep it warm, so the only thing you’ll be …

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The SnoShark is here to take a bite out of car snow removal this winter

By Michael Strange / November 13, 2019 November 13, 2019 / News / Car Gear, weather / 1 Comment

NEWS – I might be in the minority here, but I love snow. What I don’t like is trying to remove all the white stuff from my car. I’ve used brushes, ice scrapers, and even a broom, none of which are ideal. We just had our first big snowfall, and as I was laboriously cleaning …

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This tool will make your gift wrapping a breeze this holiday season

By Michael Strange / November 9, 2019 November 8, 2019 / News / 3 Comments

NEWS – I love the holidays, and I’m one of those rare people that also enjoy wrapping the gifts I purchase for family and friends. But as much as I like giving nicely wrapped gifts, the wrapping process itself can be challenging. No matter how big the working surface, the roll of wrapping paper always …

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Drop your phone into Totallee’s new fast-charging Wireless Car Charger

By Michael Strange / November 7, 2019 November 7, 2019 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Car Gear / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Wireless car chargers are nothing new, but they are for Totallee, my favorite ultra-thin iPhone case maker. By introducing their new Wireless Car Charger Totallee is adding to an ever-growing list of smartphone accessories. The charger has a minimalist design featuring a 360º adjustable viewing angle and a secure vent grip mount for quick, …

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Cuisinart 360º Griddle Cooking Center review

By Michael Strange / November 3, 2019 November 3, 2019 / Reviews / Cooking, Food, Grilling / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Up until this spring, I had no idea that outdoor griddles existed. But after discovering them, I became obsessed with finding out everything I could about them. How much do they cost? How do they work? Are they better than regular bbq grills? I needed a new bbq grill, and it came down …

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Totallee iPhone 11 Pro Max Screen Protector review

By Michael Strange / October 26, 2019 October 26, 2019 / Reviews / iPhone Case / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Do you use a screen protector on your phone? My answer to that question used to be no. That was until I scratched my iPhone’s screen. It was a pretty small scratch, but knowing that it was there absolutely drove me crazy. From that point on, every iPhone I’ve owned has had a …

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Say “hello” to Elago’s new retro AirPods case

By Michael Strange / October 18, 2019 October 18, 2019 / News / AirPods, Cases and Covers / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Accessory maker Elago is known for tapping into Apple nostalgia, making retro-themed charging stands for both the Apple Watch and iPhone. In the past, they’ve made accessories that resembled an old-school, the classic iMac, and even an iPod classic. This time, however, their nostalgia is aimed at Apple’s AirPods. Their newest retro design, …

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Totallee Thin iPhone 11 Pro Max cases review

By Michael Strange / October 16, 2019 October 16, 2019 / Reviews / iPhone Case / 1 Comment

REVIEW – Like a lot of people, I recently purchased the new iPhone 11 Pro Max, and I needed a case to protect my new investment. I’ve recently become a fan of minimalistic cases, I’m pretty cautious with my phone, and I don’t like the bulk of most protective cases. Totallee maker of some of …

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Nomad just made wireless charging easier with the new Base Station Pro

By Michael Strange / October 13, 2019 October 13, 2019 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Wireless charging / Leave a Comment

NEWS – I’ve reviewed both of Nomad’s wireless chargers, the Base Station, and the Base Station Apple Watch Edition. Both are great, I keep one in the bedroom, and one in the living room and use them every day. Now Nomad is upping its wireless charging game even further by announcing the Base Station Pro. …

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Carving the Thanksgiving turkey will never be boring again thanks to the Mighty Carver

By Michael Strange / October 12, 2019 October 12, 2019 / News / Cooking, Home and Kitchen / 10 Comments

NEWS – Carving the Thanksgiving turkey is an age-old tradition shared by many families. What if I told you this year you could carve up that delicious bird with a chainsaw. You could be the hit of your Thanksgiving feast with the Mighty Carver Electric Chainsaw Carving Knife. Well, okay, it may not be a …

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