News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
NEWS – A few years back Apple added the Touch Bar to some of their laptops, an attempt to give users more input space. Other manufacturers have been looking to improve upon Apple’s idea — not a difficult task, as the Touch Bar is a rather lackluster feature — sometimes by adding second screens. One […]
ASUS adds a second laptop screen for gamers Read More
NEWS – Here at The Gadgeteer, we’ve featured and reviewed many products from Trayvax, best known for their innovative, minimalist, hard-framed wallets. But the Trayvax Renegade is a bit different. It’s a leather wallet with no metal frame that holds cards, cash, and other small items securely inside its zippered compartment. The Renegade has dual
Trayvax Renegade Zipper Wallet holds cards, cash, coins and more Read More
NEWS – Here’s one for your EDC tool collection. It’s the Powerbuilt Finger Ratchet. What is it? It’s a tiny finger-powered socket wrench on one side that can accept 1/4 inch sockets (there’s a 3/8 inch version available too) and when you flip it over, there’s a bit driver socket. The Finger Rachet is made
Powerbuilt puts a screwdriver and socket wrench at your fingertips – literally Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The EZL from Plinth is an interesting alternative to the popular PopSocket phone grip, but the EZL has a few extra features going for it that the PopSocket lacks that make its new crowdfunding campaign worth a quick look. What is it? The EZL (pronounced easel) is a thin stick-on universal plastic
EZL is a phone stand and a phone grip that’s model skinny Read More
NEWS – Whether it’s opening boxes, tightening loose screws, prying open paint cans, popping the top on a cold one, or many other tasks, the StatGear BlitzBlade multi-tool from Stat Gear has you covered with 26 functions that include: 9 S2 Steel double-sided bits Prybar / hex wrench / bottle opener Box cutter/scraper Knife blade
BlitzBlade is a pen sized multi-tool that will make your DIY chores easier Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I’m a believer in acting to be good stewards of this earth we’ve been given, and reducing, reusing, and recycling products and materials that would otherwise end up in landfills can help make an impact toward this. That’s what the cleverly-designed Plastic Bottle Roper Maker is intended to do. What is it?
Aptly-named Plastic Bottle Rope Maker turns discarded plastic bottles into strong ropes Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you carry prescription or non-prescription meds and other small items in your pockets or purse on a daily basis, take a look at mōte, which just launched on a Kickstarter campaign. It’s an updated version of the traditional pillbox. What is it? mōte is a slim case styled after the traditional
mōte is a super slim, pocket-sized pill organizer Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I’ve reviewed many pillows over the years and although they all promise to be the most comfortable, most supportive, coolest pillows, they usually aren’t (for me). The U2 Pillow promised to no tossing and turning. Did it actually deliver on that promise? Keep reading to find out. What is it? The U2
I think I have found the world’s perfect pillow! Read More
NEWS – Hate belts but don’t want your pants sagging? Then check out the BeltBro which isn’t even a belt in the traditional sense of the word. BeltBro is an elastic band that you wrap around two belt loops and then cinch tight with a Velcro closure. Not only will it keep your pants tighter
Keep your pants from falling down without a belt Read More
NEWS – I was a bit shocked my husband wanted to spend more than 30 bucks on a swivel for our tree swing. But it was a good move, just ask the neighbor kids or any of my sons’ buddies. With 4.8 out of 5 stars on Amazon and 479 ratings, I was expecting high
AusKit Swing Swivel makes an awesome tree swing Read More
NEWS – If you prefer not to eat with one-use plastic cutlery when you’re on the move, and a spork feels too awkward, check out this travel fork from Silvr. This fork has stainless steel tines that are sturdy, anti-microbial, dishwasher safe, and TSA-approved. When your meal is finished, you remove the fork from the
Don’t like sporks? Check out the Silvr Fork Read More
NEWS – Check this out pen and pencil fanatics! The wonderfully retro 4 Color multi-pen from BIC is celebrating its 50yr birthday and has been updated to now include a mechanical pencil.* You get red, blue, and black ink pens, along with a 0.7 mm retractable lead pencil that replaces the green pen that is
The BIC 4 Color multi-pen from your childhood just got an update Read More
NEWS – Back in 2013, we posted a News Article highlighting Alchemy Goods, a company that was upcycling reclaimed bicycle inner tubes into bags, belts, and wallets. Alchemy Goods is not only still selling upcycled products, but they have also expanded to some new reclaimed and surplus materials, including selvage denim, vinyl upholstery, and waxed
Alchemy Goods doesn’t just upcycle inner tubes anymore Read More
SPONSORED NEWS – After two Qualcomm TWS earbud releases this year, Tronsmart is going to launch its third gaming headset, the Glary Alpha on AliExpress during their 618 promotion. Besides this new product’s launch, Tronsmart is also offering a promotion for their most popular Qualcomm TWS earbuds, the Onyx Ace and Onyx Free. Please read
Tronsmart launches their third gaming headset on AliExpress 618 promotion! Read More
NEWS – When most people think about multi-tools, they don’t normally think of them as being pretty. That’s where the Tulry Utility Necklace changes that. Tulry (tools + jewelry) is a multi-tool that you can wear around your neck. Its stainless steel, 14kt gold plate chevron design has removable tools that slide out to provide
A multi-tool for those times when you want to feel pretty Read More
NEWS – Ever heard the term “upcycled?” Wikipedia defines it as “creative reuse…transforming by-products, waste materials, useless, or unwanted products into new materials or products of better quality and environmental value.” And that’s exactly what Ladder 34 does. They take used materials from fire stations around the country and transform it into cool-looking, useful, and
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Electricity and plumbing. Overrated. That’s the concept behind Easy Wash 2.0, a hand-washer currently funding on Kickstarter. Easy Wash 2.0 is the updated iteration of this unit. It is made of plastic and attaches to smooth floors with suction cups. It is designed to be able to wash and spin one to
Do laundry in the apocalypse with Easy Wash 2.0 Read More
NEWS – Nite Ize is a gadget company in the truest sense of the word. Their small but versatile and very useful products range from all sorts of small flashlights to phone accessories, to their S-Biner liner of double-hook carabiners that EDC fans love. We’ve even reviewed quite a few of their products. Venturing a bit
Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof cases will keep your gear dry Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – It’s a high accomplishment to become the backyard Grill Master. And higher still to graduate from the sophomore level of scorching hot dogs and hamburger patties to quality BBQ with complexity: slow cooking, smoked, or roasting. Artisan grilling that demands time, patience, attention, and skill. ASMOKE has an Indiegogo campaign looking for
Raise your BBQ game with an ASMOKE Portable Applewood Pellet Grill Read More
NEWS – Looking for a unique case to protect your AirPods? elago has the case for you – the Mini Car AirPods Case for AirPods 1 & 2. The case accommodates AirPods 1 and 2, comes with a keychain, and is made out of silicone which provides great drop protection. And the headlights and taillights