REVIEW – Earlier this year, I upgraded my 2020 MacBook Air with a 2024 Mac Mini M4. I love this little powerhouse. What I didn’t like is the lack of USB-A ports, SD Card reader, and the lack of easy upgradability with the SSD. Enter the Satechi Mac Mini M4 Stand & Hub with SSD […]
REVIEW – I have a bunch of DeWALT cordless power tools, and about 15 DeWALT batteries for these power tools. Most of these batteries are sitting in their chargers waiting for their chance to shine. A few years ago, I purchased a portable light that attaches to DeWALT batteries, creating a portable spotlight. It works
REVIEW – I like to fancy myself as a creative person. I love the dopamine hit that comes with creating something unique. Creating requires measuring, and I do appreciate a unique measuring tool. I’ve reviewed two digital measuring tapes for The Gadgeteer (here and here), and now the Titaner Tiroler 2.0 is in my hand.
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REVIEW – Let’s face it, all of us can use more exercise. I’ve got a job where I’m parked on my butt all day, and living in Florida doesn’t help—it’s so hot most of the year I can’t even step outside, much less go for a walk. The OHWILL Auto Incline Treadmill will be a
OHWILL Auto Incline Treadmill review – walking miles in my house Read More
REVIEW – We live near a very large lake that has an abundance of wildlife. There’s a public dock that I love to take my camera to and try to capture some images. There are a ton of alligators, sandhill cranes, ospreys, eagles, etc. Bringing them closer to me would be great, but they don’t
Sandmarc Telephoto 10x Lens review – a professional grade zoom lens for iPhone Read More
REVIEW – The Wand Company has done it again! In 2014, they released a Star Trek Phaser replica worthy of any TV or movie production. In 2016, they released an almost perfect version of the Communicator. Then, a few years later, in 2020. The Wand Company announces it is finally making every Star Trek fan’s
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REVIEW – I am very much a night owl. Always have been. And as usual for couples who have been married a long time, my wife is not. Never has been. Watching TV late at night is difficult in our tiny home. Sound travels, and my wife is a light sleeper. The MIXX StreamQ TV
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REVIEW – A few years ago, we purchased a rather large, loud, yet bright projector, along with an outdoor movie screen, to have outdoor family movie nights. It was a great setup and a fun activity. The whole contraption was bulky, clunky, and cumbersome. Fast forward 10 years, and projectors have shrunk dramatically and become
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REVIEW – I have reviewed several e-bikes for The Gadgeteer and, in doing so, have found a new hobby. Each one has been different in some way from the last. Different-sized wheels. More or less powerful motors. Rear-drive or mid-drive motor. 1, 2, or 3 batteries. So many options. Another interest of mine would be
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REVIEW – Holy Stone has quite the lineup of drones, which they have been manufacturing for many years. Quite a few have been reviewed on The Gadgeteer over the years. Two previously reviewed drones include the HS360 and its successor, the HS360S. This time, we get to see how the latest iteration improves upon the
Holy Stone HS360E drone review – a great improvement on its predecessor Read More
REVIEW – Ever since my first e-bike, I’ve been kind of obsessed with them. Ask my family. I have four e-bikes in my garage right now. I love riding a bike to the park, running quick errands, and enjoying the outdoors. I’ve had basic e-bikes, long-range e-bikes, and even folding e-bikes. When the Heybike Alpha
Heybike Alpha All-Terrain, Mid-Drive Fat Tire E-bike review – Is mid better than hub? Read More
REVIEW – Since my last review of a keyboard for The Gadgeteer (Royal Kludge S98), I have become quite a fan of the modern mechanical keyboard. I’m learning as much as I can about the different switch types, and what makes a mechanical keyboard good for me. Everyone has different preferences. The most significant requirement
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REVIEW – As I get older, these old hands have started to develop a little arthritis and using hand tools have gotten a little more difficult and painful. Screwdrivers, one of the most basic of home hand tools, are especially more difficult. I have found myself reaching for a drill with a screwdriver bit attachment
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REVIEW – Have traditional tape measures run their course, and do they need improvement? Although I wasn’t entirely convinced, the folks at REEKON Tools have convinced me otherwise. I’ve been a semi-professional woodworker for quite a few years (making some side cash on woodworking makes me a semi-professional, right?) Anyway, every project I have worked
REEKON T1 Tomahawk Digital Tape Measure review – does it measure up? Read More
REVIEW – I’ve been able to review a few laser engravers/cutters for The Gadgeteer. I have come to enjoy the benefits of owning and using a laser engraver/cutter to make gifts, and projects for paying customers, and just using it as a hobbyist. Previous machines have been “open-framed” laser engravers. This means the smoke and
REVIEW – Being empty nesters has greatly reduced the size of our meals. Firing up our big conventional oven seems like a waste of electricity, which of course means money. Since using the Midea Flexify French Door Air Fryer Oven for the last month or so, we have not used our big oven one time.
REVIEW – I have lived in Florida for almost my entire life. One thing I’ve never gotten used to is the hurricane season and the power outages that come with it. Thankfully, we’ve never had a devastating storm wipe us out like many in our state. We’ve talked about getting a whole-home generator in every
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REVIEW – Miniature vehicles, including trains, have always been a favorite of mine since childhood. Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars especially. As I aged, my interest in all things remote control (RC) has developed. I recently reviewed an RC boat and loved it. Now I’m reviewing an RC car from the same company. The DEERC
REVIEW – I get paid to sit on my butt all day and use my brain. Having a comfortable place to park my carcass from 8 am to 5 pm is a must-have necessity. The Boulies EP460 Office Chair fills that requirement and more. From the almost infinite adjustability to the airiness of the
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REVIEW – I have lived in Florida almost my entire life. As with most states, we have a plethora of bird species. I have had a love/hate relationship with most of them. Cardinals – love them. Seagulls – hate them. Hummingbirds – fascinated by them. Woodpeckers – despise them. Eagles & hawks – in awe
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