News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
NEWS – It seems like everyone makes a wireless charger nowadays. Totallee known for its ultra-thin smartphone cases is the latest to dip their toe into the wireless charger pool. I have one of their ultra-thin cases on my iPhone Max XS, and I love it. Much like their cases, the wireless charging pad is […]
Totallee takes a break from smartphone cases with their new wireless charging pad Read More
NEWS – When Saddleback Leather first started out, one of their original products was a simple messenger-style bag. It was a great design that also converted to a backpack in a pinch. I know many owners who modified theirs for full-time use this way, arguing that the big square form factor worked better that way.
The Saddleback Leather Messenger Backpack brings back a classic design in a new format! Read More
NEWS – I love bacon, but I don’t like the grease it leaves behind. There’s just no good way to get rid of it. I keep it in a jar in my refrigerator along with other leftover cooking greases. I mean it’s not like you can just dump it down the drain. Or can you?
Say goodbye to smelly and clogged drains with FOG Safe drain guards Read More
NEWS – Look, you all know that I love Tom Bihn products. They’re among the best in the carry business when it comes to build quality, durability and usability. But one of their strongest qualities is how they actively solicit customer feedback to continuously evolve their designs. And they’re not afraid to make changes or
Tom Bihn’s brand new backpack looks strangely familiar… Read More
NEWS – My favorite style of EDC bag is a messenger style bag. Although I’ve never given a backpack a real try (should I?), I have been carrying a messenger bag with me to work for as long as I can remember (decades even). One of my favorite bag designers is WaterField Designs in San
Messenger bag fans, it’s time to grab your wallet Read More
NEWS – It’s Saturday afternoon, so it’s time to take a break from your weekend activities and read some gadget related articles, reviews, and news. You’ll be glad that you did! Enjoy! ARTICLES So KontrolFreek sent me a Mystery Box… July 30, 2019 How to listen to audiobooks and read eBooks for FREE July 29, 2019 REVIEWS
How to listen to audiobooks for free, garden weeding robots, and more – Weekly roundup Read More
NEWS – I can remember my boyhood days when riding a bicycle was not only one of my important daily activities for fun, but it was also my only mode of transportation if I wanted to be independent and to travel wherever I wanted in a reasonable amount of time. Back in those days, every
The CMSBIKE F16 Folding Electric Bicycle provides power on the go in more than one way! Read More
NEWS – Bubble wrap – arguably the greatest invention for protecting packages, not to mention providing hours of satisfying popping fun. How could you possibly improve on that? I mean, shipping items is pretty simple – get a box, put in your item to ship, pad it completely with some bubble wrap, get out your
You can’t improve bubble wrap. 3M, hold my beer and watch this… Read More
NEWS – Nanoleaf is all about smart home lighting that is both beautiful and functional and now their customizable eco-friendly Nanoleaf Canvas light panel system goes one step further by adding new Touch Actions capability that turns their smart light panels into smart buttons. Integrating with all Apple HomeKit devices, the new FREE upgrade for
Nanoleaf makes smart home control as easy as touching a button Read More
NEWS – I can remember my first iPad which if I remember correctly was the 2nd version that was released (iPad 2). Back then, it was way less capable than the iPad of today and was more of a luxury than a necessity. These days, for instance, I use my iPad Pro 12.9” for almost
The Touchjet Wave + Lily (Pen Touch) turns your large screen TV into a giant tablet Read More
NEWS – Do you have some books, ebooks, or audiobooks that you want to read but don’t necessarily want to purchase them? There is a Chrome extension available called Library Extension which will check to see if the books you are looking up online are available from your library. After adding the extension to Chrome
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – For iPhone users, especially the ones who put their iPhones in a pocket (isn’t that everyone?), the curse of pocket lint and random moisture tends to fill the ports of those devices with a substance that refuses to be extricated, especially once you’ve jammed the plug into it a few times when
PurePort promises clean and clear Lightning plugs and ports Read More
NEWS – I’ve worn glasses for years and for the most part they don’t bother me. That is except when I’m trying to lay on my side while relaxing or watching tv. It seems, no matter how I position myself, my glasses inevitably end up digging into the side face. The LaySee pillow is designed
Finally a pillow designed for those of us who wear glasses Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The ZeroLemon Charging Station from Lauco is a small charging station that can simultaneously charge two USB-C devices and two USB-A devices while wirelessly charging a phone that supports the Qi wireless-charging standard and an Apple Watch. It has a 130 W for full-speed charging for all devices, 90 W for the USB-C,
The ZeroLemon Charging Station – Notable crowdfunding campaign Read More
NEWS – As a kid, one of my chores was to help weed the garden. I loathed the task with every cell in my body, so when I finally got around to it, the weeds were well established and even more difficult to remove. Now there’s a robot to do the work for people who
Use a Tertill to weed your garden Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – As an iPad fan and as someone who uses my iPad every day and for hours each day, any accessory that will add to the functionality and enjoyment is worth it if it works well. I have several accessories like USC-C multi-port attachments and USB-C hubs, and also a few keyboard cases
Gotek’s Wireless Rollable Keyboard provides you with function and entertainment on the go! Read More
NEWS – If a tripod is a photographer’s friend, then the FlexTILT Head 2 from Edelkrone will become their BFF. The FlexTILT is a CNC machined aluminum adapter that fits between your camera and the head of the tripod to provide more functionality. Where a tripod typically only goes up and down, the FlexTILT will
FlexTILT gives your tripod more flexibility Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Here is a quick selection of 4 crowdfunding campaigns that we thought you’d be interested in because they interested us! ITALIA Fountain Pen blurb by Dave Rees What is it? The ITALIA is a fountain pen that combines modern materials and engineering with classic Italian design. The ITALIA fountain pen has an
NEWS – Here’s a little something to take your mind off the fact that it’s Sunday and there are only a few more hours until it’s time to face another work week. You’re welcome. REVIEWS SOLIUM G1 360 degree dual dashcam review July 27, 2019 Waterfield Designs Micro Wallet review July 27, 2019 Kensington Thunderbolt 3 Nano
Tom Bihn backpacks, Reolink Argus security cameras, and more – Weekly roundup Read More
NEWS – Here’s a quick one for you today that should make you smile unless your heart is made of granite. It’s a wig, for a cat. Yes, it’s a thing and if you have a cat, then you need one. Now! Just slip this lion mane hat/wig over your cat’s head and if you
Turn your kitty into Simba from the Lion King! Read More