News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
NEWS – How many devices do you have to charge every night? I always have a minimum of 3 – my iPhone, Apple Watch and wireless earbuds. With this Nomad Base Station Apple Watch Edition multi-device charger I could easily clean up that cable mess on my bedside table. The Base Station Apple Watch Edition […]
Charge up to 5 devices with Nomad’s Base Station Apple Watch Edition charger Read More
NEWS – As a kid, I always thought that Swiss Army knives were the coolest multi-tools. I guess I liked the bright red plastic. But once I grew up and actually got one of my own, I wasn’t super impressed and moved on to Leatherman tools and other EDC pocket tools. The newest multi-tool to
The Gerber Armbar looks like an upgraded Swiss Army knife Read More
NEWS – As a dog owner, I’m constantly looking for ways to keep my 50 lbs. Catahoula Curr occupied. I tried many different types of interactive feeders but my pup either destroyed or outsmarted the toy within a couple of minutes. After a bit of searching, I came across the Kong Giro feeder which incorporated
Occupy your dog with a UFO Read More
NEWS – We got our Hoover Power Scrub Deluxe Carpet Cleaner and Upright Shampooer when we adopted our first dog four years ago. It was extremely helpful then, and since we recently added another puppy to our family, it’s been getting a ton of use lately. For only $129, on sale right now on Amazon,
New puppy? Get a Hoover Power Scrub carpet shampooer Read More
NEWS – Last summer I reviewed the Ooni Koda portable outdoor pizza oven, and I thought it was outstanding. The Koda is a stylish looking outdoor pizza oven that can cook a pizza in 60-seconds. On Wednesday, Ooni introduced the world to its newest outdoor pizza oven, the Ooni Koda 16. At first blush, the Koda
Ooni goes BIG with its newest gas-powered pizza oven Read More
NEWS – We are in the midst of a clothing revolution. While technical fabrics are being used much more in sportswear, we are also seeing more natural fabrics come into play. I was recently shown the Sport Polo shirt from Western Rise in Merino Wool. I’m quite a fan of this natural fiber, so I
Merino wool for summertime wear? Read More
NEWS – If you are looking for an activity to stimulate the minds of both children and adults alike, these interlocking plastic discs are the answer. Building with the Viahart Brain Flakes is one of our favorite STEM center activities. Students love building individually and in teams to master challenges. The possibilities for creativity are
Every teacher’s favorite “brain break” activity, The Original Brain Flakes Read More
NEWS – JOBY, who is well known for its bendable and rugged GorillaPod tripods has just announced 9 new products for video enthusiasts and content creators that include microphones, lighting, smartphone cases with built-in tripods and more. Their new GorillaPod Mobile Vlogging Kit is an all-in-one kit includes a GorillaPod Mobile Rig, Beamo Mini LED
JOBY rolls out new gear for content creators Read More
NEWS – In today’s day and age, every retailer has its own version of reusable shopping bags which is awesome. However, there is no consistency between them making them all different shapes, sizes, and durability. Additionally, trying to store the bags together is a nightmare, each folding in a different way and taking up a
Sleek reusable grocery bags Read More
NEWS – The new Fenix LD30 is a bright, compact flashlight perfect for everyday use. Available in two versions, with or without a Fenix 3500U rechargeable 18650 battery, this light reaches a maximum output of 1,600 lumens and can throw a beam up to 672 feet. In addition to the 1,600 lumen Turbo mode, there
The new Fenix LD30 flashlight puts 1600 lumens in your pocket Read More
NEWS – Since Apple discontinued its own routers a few years ago Apple fans have been looking for an easy way to connect their smart home devices with Apple’s HomeKit service. Apple announced HomeKit support for third-party routers at their WWDC event last June but manufacturers have been slow to adopt the service. Amazon’s eero
Eero brings HomeKit support to its mesh routers Read More
NEWS – I love using sliced tomatoes and onions on sandwiches and burgers. The problem is I can never cut even slices. They either turn out to thin, to thick or uneven. The BaouRouge Precision Slicing Knife is designed to give you a perfectly uniform slice every time. The knife has an adjustable cutting guide
This knife cuts perfectly uniform slices every time Read More
NEWS – I love it when someone combines two products into one without sacrificing functionality. Case in point, this water bottle from MOBOT that doubles as a foam roller. First of all, it’s a water bottle that’s available in 3 sizes, 18, 27, and 40 ounces. The bottle is made of 100% recycled stainless steel
The MOBOT water bottle will keep you hydrated and release knots in your muscles Read More
NEWS – Ultimate Ears is best known for producing small Bluetooth speakers with a big sound. That is until now, the company recently introduced its newest speaker, the HYPERBOOM. And according to UE, it’s their biggest, loudest, BOOMiest speaker yet. The unique diamond-shaped speaker is pretty massive coming in at over 14-inches high and weighing an aggressive
Ultimate Ears biggest speaker yet brings massive, monolithic sound wherever you go Read More
NEWS – Have you ever found yourself holding up papers to your window to try and trace a design? Do you ever need some extra light for crafting purposes? Or do you have some old photo negatives you would like to look at? A light pad may be a product that interests you. Lightweight and
Litenergy Portable Light Box lighting the way you craft Read More
NEWS – We’ve talked about Metal Earth models in the past, but I haven’t visited their site in a very long time until yesterday. In the past, their no glue, no solder steel models were all plain silver. Now they are offering a variety of new models in color and they look really awesome. In
You can build these ultra cool metal plane models without glue or solder Read More
NEWS – When most people think of multi-tools, they think of pocket-sized Leatherman multi-tools that unfold into a pair of pliers with fold-out blades, files, etc in their handles. Those tools are great for small jobs, but when you’re outdoors camping or working, you might want a heavy duty multi-tool like the Combar axe multi-tool
Combar is an multi-tool axe for your outdoor adventures Read More
NEWS – Wireless speakers are all the rage these days. Bluetooth is probably the most popular wireless audio standard but there are better options. Bose has added Airplay 2 capabilities to their SoundTouch and Lifestyle speakers in their most recent firmware update, making it possible to stream high quality audio from Mac and iOS devices. Airplay
Airplay 2 support comes to Bose speakers Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a drawer or bag full of various USB-C dongles. I’m constantly unable to find the one I need (why do I have 3 HDMI ones and a single DisplayPort one that’s missing?!?) The HyperDrive GEN2 Kickstarter promises a single dongle to rule them all, in
Replace all your USB-C dongles with the HyperDrive GEN2 USB-C hub Read More
NEWS – While Apple’s AirPods and AirPods Pro might be some of the most popular true wireless stereo earbuds they’re not the most affordable or best value, especially if you’re not an iPhone user. Aukey has introduced a new model in their Key Series, the T18NC, which features active noise canceling, USB-C charging, and a Qi
Aukey’s new wireless earbuds take on Apple’s AirPods Pro Read More