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Kywoo3d Launches the Tycoon 3D Printer – Notable crowdfunding campaign

By Mike Dixon / October 22, 2020 / Reviews / 3d printing, Crowdfunded / Leave a Comment

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Kywoo3D has launched their Kickstarter for their new Tycoon 3D printer. Focusing on their concept of “Making 3D Printing Easier and Easier”, Kywoo focuses on producing the safest and most stable 3D printer products. The Tycoon 3D printer has several innovative design features such as a patented auto-leveling bed, linear rail X-axis, and […]

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Imalent MS06 flashlight review

By Mike Dixon / October 7, 2020 / Reviews / EDC, Flashlight / 1 Comment

REVIEW – If you do stuff in the dark, you know the importance of having a good flashlight. When I saw that the IMALENT MS06 could output a massive amount of light, I just had to try it out. What is it? The IMALENT MS06 is a can-sized searching flashlight with a maximum output of

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Sniper Bladeworks LPC Tactical Knife Review

By Mike Dixon / September 30, 2020 / Reviews / Crowdfunded, EDC, Knives / 4 Comments

CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – When Sniper Bladeworks invited The-Gadgeteer to participate in their 2020 : Reload campaign, I jumped at the chance even though I had nothing to go on other than a teaser video that showed very little of the product. What is it? The Sniper Bladeworks LPC is a premium tactical folding knife. What’s in

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Remo+ DoorCam 2 Review

By Mike Dixon / September 24, 2020 / Reviews / security camera / 1 Comment

REVIEW – Door security cameras are very popular today. I’ve reviewed several security cameras in the past, but the Remo+ DoorCam 2 was unique, so I just had to give it a go. What is it? The Remo+ DoorCam 2 is an over-the-door smart security camera. What’s in the box? DoorCam 2 Quick Start Manual

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Hulkman Alpha 85S Jump Starter review – A smart jump starter for your vehicle

By Mike Dixon / September 22, 2020 / Reviews / Car Gear, Crowdfunded, Travel Gear / 3 Comments

CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – In the last six months, I’ve had to jump-start 4 or 5 vehicles. When the Hulkman Alpha 85S Jump Starter review offer came along, I thought it could be the answer to making that task much easier. What is it? The Hulkman Alpha 85S Jump Starter is a multi-purpose device whose primary

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SNUGMAX Vickers 200 portable power station review

By Mike Dixon / September 3, 2020 / Reviews / Batteries and Chargers, power station / 3 Comments

REVIEW – In my daily life, power is everything. I’m constantly in need of power, whether it’s my cell phone, laptop, or camera. Can the SNUGMAX Vickers 200 Portable Power Station keep up with my needs? Let’s find out! What is it? The SNUGMAX Vickers 200 is a portable power station with a 222Wh backup

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GooDee YG620 LED video projector review

By Mike Dixon / August 18, 2020 / Reviews / Projector / 4 Comments

REVIEW – I’m relatively new to the world of projectors. Having previously reviewed a higher-end projector, I thought it would be excellent to review what I consider a mid-priced projector. Bring on the GooDee YG620! What is it? The GooDee YG620 is an LED Video Projector with a 7000:1 contrast ratio. What’s in the box?

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MOFT Laptop Carrying Sleeve Review

By Mike Dixon / July 29, 2020 / Reviews / Laptop Sleeve / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Multi-purpose products are not only more useful, but they often save you money. I often move my laptop from my living room to my office, so I wanted to see if the MOFT Carry Sleeve would make that safer and easier. What is it? The MOFT Carry Sleeve is a laptop carry sleeve

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The MOFT Carry Sleeve transforms from sleeve to a stand

By Mike Dixon / June 29, 2020 / News / Case and stand, Crowdfunded, Laptop Sleeve / Leave a Comment

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If there’s one thing I like, it’s a product that is multi-purpose. The MOFT Carry Sleeve is one of those types of products. What is it? The MOFT Carry Sleeve is a laptop carry sleeve that provides the safety and protection of a laptop sleeve, the ergonomy of a laptop stand, and

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Sboly Single Serve Coffee Maker Review

By Mike Dixon / June 27, 2020 / Reviews / Coffee Brewer / 20 Comments

REVIEW – As a coffee lover, I’m quite particular about how I like my coffee. It must be great, and it can’t take forever to make. Can the Sboly Single Serve Coffee Maker live up to that? Let’s find out! What is it? The Sboly Single Serve Coffee Maker is a K-Cup and ground coffee

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TerraMaster F5-422 Professional NAS Review

By Mike Dixon / May 9, 2020 / Reviews / Network Storage / 1 Comment

REVIEW – I have many backup drives in many forms, but one thing I didn’t have was I Network Attached Storage (NAS) device. That was until the review offer for the TerraMaster F5-422 came along. What is it? The TerraMaster F5-422 is a 5-bay professional NAS. What’s in the box? F5-422 NAS Power Adapter Screwdriver

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Sabrent 1TB Rocket Nano external aluminum SSD review

By Mike Dixon / April 28, 2020 / Reviews / External hard drive / 1 Comment

REVIEW – There are numerous uses for external portable drives. I have several portable drives, but when the opportunity to review the 1TB Rocket Nano External Aluminum SSD came along, I jumped at the chance to check out one of the smallest drives I’ve seen yet. What is it? The Rocket Nano External Aluminum SSD

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COSORI Pour Over Coffee Maker Review

By Mike Dixon / April 16, 2020 / Reviews / Beverage, Coffee Brewer / 5 Comments

REVIEW – There’s nothing I enjoy more on a daily basis than coffee. I’ve tried almost every way of making coffee, except for pour-over, so that made the choice to review the COSORI Pour Over Coffee Maker an easy decision. What is it? The COSORI Pour Over Coffee Maker is a coffee pot and brewer

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AUKEY PB-Y24 Portable Charger Review

By Mike Dixon / April 14, 2020 / Reviews / Batteries and Chargers / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Much of our modern life revolves around power. I have quite a few small portable chargers, but when the AUKEY USB C Power Bank came along, I thought that it would be a great chance to try out a large capacity portable charger. What is it? The AUKEY USB C Power Bank is

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Innova CarScan Pro 5610 OBD2 vehicle diagnostic tool review

By Mike Dixon / April 3, 2020 / Reviews / Car Gear / 5 Comments

REVIEW – I saw this review offer and thought that it would be the perfect item for diagnosing a couple of the problems that I know my truck has. What is it? The Innova CarScan Pro 5610 is a feature-rich OBD2 vehicle diagnostic tool. What’s in the box? CarScan Pro 5610 ODBC connection Cable App

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ACDSee Photo Studio Ultimate 2020 Review

By Mike Dixon / March 31, 2020 / Reviews / Photo editing software / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – There are two things in the computing and gadget world that I really like – great software and photography. The chance to review ACDSee’s Photo Studio Ultimate 2020 came along, and I jumped at the opportunity to check out something that combines both of these. What is it? ACDSee’s Photo Studio Ultimate 2020

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ISOTunes Pro 2.0 Bluetooth earbuds review

By Mike Dixon / March 17, 2020 / Reviews / Bluetooth earbuds / 2 Comments

REVIEW – When the ISOTunes Pro 2.0 earplugs review offer came along, I didn’t really know what I was getting into. Did I score? Read on and find out! What is it? The ISOTunes Pro 2.0 earplugs are Bluetooth earplugs that provide noise-canceling and Bluetooth audio connectivity. What’s in the box? ISOTunes Pro 2.0 earplugs

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ISOtunes Free True Wireless Earplug Earbuds review

By Mike Dixon / March 15, 2020 / Reviews / TWS earbuds / 4 Comments

REVIEW – The only wireless earbuds I’ve used are my Apple Airpods. When the offer to review the ISOTunes FREE earplugs came along, I thought that trying something else might be a good thing. What is it? The ISOtunes FREE wireless earplugs are not only earplugs but noise-isolating earbuds as well. What’s in the box?

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SabineTek SmartMike+ microphone review

By Mike Dixon / February 24, 2020 / Reviews / microphone / 17 Comments

REVIEW – I occasionally record videos on my smartphone, but one of the annoying things is that the microphone doesn’t work well for some outdoor conditions, mainly windy days. When the Sabinetek SmartMike+ review offer came along, I hoped it would solve that problem. What is it? The Sabinetek SmartMike+ is a Bluetooth 5.0 wireless

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BenQ TH585 low input lag console gaming projector review

By Mike Dixon / January 26, 2020 / Reviews / Gaming Gear, Projector / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – I’ve never owned a projector, but I’ve always wanted one. There’s a better reason than that to give the BenQ TH585 Low Input Lag Console Gaming Projector a try! What is it? The BenQ TH585 is a Low Input Lag Console Gaming Projector designed for home entertainment. What’s in the box? TH585 Projector

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