Posts about a variety of topics which are not news and are not reviews.
Dear Gadget Diary, Yesterday was chemo day. The treatments take about 5 hours, so I had to figure out something to take with me to keep me occupied and entertained for that whole time while sitting in a chair with an IV hooked up to the port in my chest.
Julie’s Gadget Diary – 08-19-11 Read More
I thought I’d start up a new feature where I talk about the gadgets, gear and other ‘stuff’ I use on any random day. Think of it as a gadget diary of sorts… I probably won’t do a post every day (Ok, I know I won’t post one everyday), but I’ll do my best to
Julie’s Gadget Diary – 08-11-11 Read More
Last week, I was invited to Dearborn, Michigan as part of a media event called Forward with Ford, sponsored and funded by Ford Motor Company and their various partners. This is the first such event Ford has done, and the first media event I have been to, so be easy on us both as the
Forward with Ford Event Trip Report (Overview) Read More
I had the pleasure of representing The Gadgeteer at Craftsman’s Blogger Summit in Chicago recently. This event brought together about a dozen bloggers from different specialties, to highlight the Craftsman name and promote the products through social media and the Internet. We congregated at the Craftsman Experience facility to learn about some of their DIY
The 1st Annual Craftsman Blogger Summit Read More
Just about every one has a cellphone these days. Some held out as long as they could, but eventually they caved and got one. With the amount of choices and availability added with ease of use, it’s hard not to. But having a cellphone really doesn’t mean the same thing for everyone who has one.
Your Must-Have Phone-Features Read More
In today’s connected home we take pictures digitally, listen to digital audio on our MP3 players, and download and watch digital movies on our HD TV’s. All of these digital media files take up a copious amount of space and the growth of these files is outpacing our ability to store and protect them. Thankfully,
13 Things to Consider Before Buying a Digital Media Storage System Read More
HP decided to end its ‘Think Beyond’ event with a surprise: webOS is coming to other connected devices, including printers, PCs and some form factors you haven’t seen before. HP hasn’t provided any additional details and it plans to do so only in the coming months. Do we think it means that HP plans to release PCs
Some thoughts on HP webOS for the PC Read More
In just a few short hours, 2010 will be over and a new year will be ushered in. It’s only fitting that we take a look back at the 2010’s top 25 reviews here at The Gadgeteer. These are the reviews that were read most often, but were not necessarily products that were released this
The Gadgeteer’s Top 25 Reviews of 2010 Read More
Today, December 17, 2010, marks the 107th birthday of the greatest gadget of all. The first flight of the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. It only lasted 12 seconds. But it was the most famous flight of all. Of course we’ve come a long way since then. Technology has improved and advanced the
Gift-giving has long been a way of sharing the joy of Christmas with one another. I love to give gifts, though I’m not that fond of picking them out. I’m also hard to buy for, because when I want or need something, I typically do a boat-load of research to pick out just the right
Elves, time to get a-building! Read More
It’s that time of year again. The time to give and receive our favorite gifts and the dreaded sweaters from relatives. Searching for the perfect gift for your friends and family is a chore since we always want to find gifts that loved ones will actually use and love. That’s why we’re here to give
Jackie’s Holiday Wish List and Gift Suggestions Read More
I had been trying to come up with my wish list for this holiday season when it struck me. Rather than try to figure out what are the coolest things I have seen or reviewed this year, I just need to look at what products I continually use well after I have reviewed them. You
Mr. Earphone’s Holiday Suggestions (and Desires) Read More
I am the hardest person on earth to buy things for. I don’t really NEED anything because if there’s something I want, I either already have one that does the same thing, or it’s too ridiculous… unless someone has a coupon for a 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Edition.
Andy’s Christmas Ideas and Wish List Read More
Ok, here it is. Can I have a drumroll please? I know you’ve all been wondering what to get me for Christmas, so here you go. I know you have money burning a hole in your pocket, so this should provide you with an outlet.
My Christmas Wish List… are you listening Santa?? Read More
The Friday after Thanksgiving marks the official beginning of the Christmas shopping season in the US, but my Christmas shopping is well underway – and sometimes finished – by that day. I start thinking about good gift ideas for all my friends and family at the beginning of the new year, and I’ve found many
I love the Holidays….the brisk winter weather (or for us here in the Pacific Northwest, the dumping rain), the hustle and bustle, getting together with family and friends, eating too much, buying gifts for everyone, etc. Often I am consulted to assist those same friends and family members in buying tech-gifts for folks on their
Dave’s Holiday Wish Lists and Suggestions Read More
It’s Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when crazy shoppers (you know who you are) flock to stores to buy holiday presents for friends and family. Some of the team here at The Gadgeteer thought we’d get together and offer some gift ideas for products we love. We also wanted to share our own wish
Julie’s Christmas Ideas and Wish List Read More
I just returned from a very nice vacation in Sanibel Island, Florida. If you’ve never visited, you should seriously consider it… trust me. I decided to conduct a little experiment and did not take along my trusty Macbook Pro. Instead, I made my iPad serve as my only computer traveling companion for the trip. I thought
Why did my iPad Fail as a Laptop Replacement During my Vacation? Read More
Chances are you have had at least one Nokia phone in your life if you were born sometime before 1990. Fast forward to today, it’s probably a Samsung, Motorola, HTC, RIM or Apple (smartphone). Even if it is from some other brand, I can bet that it is not a Nokia. Why? What happened? Nokia dominates
Android is everywhere. It is spreading like a bushfire in California. And it does not appear to be slowing down. In fact, it is getting bigger, faster and stronger day after day. You probably have one in your hand or in your pocket right now. If you don’t, you have at least thought about seeing
What’s Wrong with Android? Read More