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DEAL – 135 Incredibly Useful Things You Didn’t Know Google Could Do is a free ebook that helps you get the most out of Google apps and services. Topics include Shortcuts and overlooked features of Chrome, Gmail settings to make your inbox more efficient, Google docs hacks and a lot more. There are a few hoops […]
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NEWS – I’ve always said that crossbows are for chumps. Ok, I’ve never said that. But you have to admit that this handheld dart launcher fits in your pocket where a crossbow won’t. The GlobalEDC Darts Gun Launcher has three dart slots that each hold one stainless steel dart. The launcher has a protective collar
This dart launcher fits in your pocket, so be careful! Read More
NEWS – Many people have a multi-tool as part of their EDC. I like to carry a Leatherman Squirt as part of my EDC, but for those of you who don’t like to carry a gear bag or are limited on pockets, here’s another idea for carrying a toolkit. It’s a belt buckle toolkit. Specifically,
686 turns your belt buckle into your EDC toolkit Read More
NEWS – Grilling and smoking food is an intensely personal thing. Propane and natural gas grills have been lauded for their simplicity, but barbeque purists maintain nothing is better than old-fashioned charcoal for that perfect grilled flavor. Masterbuilt, a leader in the grilling and smoking world, just introduced a new line of gravity-feed charcoal grill/smokers
Coal at Christmas can be a good thing with the Masterbuilt Gravity Series grill/smoker Read More
NEWS – Once again, Master & Dynamic are busy upgrading their existing line of earphones. The iconic MW07 True Wireless Earphone has gone silent—as in active noise canceling (ANC) silent—with the MW07 Plus. Yet, M&D didn’t stop there. They have also introduced a more active (and less expensive) version of the MW07—the MW07 GO. The
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NEWS – Learning to speak the native language of the places where you travel is a great prerequisite for a trip, but it’s not exactly an easy task to accomplish. That’s where technology can really make a difference. The CM Smart Instant Language Translator is a battery-powered handheld device that will let you hold a
Conquering the language barrier is simple with the CM Smart Instant Language Translator Read More
NEWS – Hello gadget fanatics. I hope everyone had a great week. As is the custom on Saturday evenings, I present to you a complete listing of all our posts from the past seven days. Happy reading! ARTICLES New York Comic Con 2019 trip report October 13, 2019 Joe Porletto REVIEWS Velocilinx Brennus Gaming Mouse review October
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NEWS – WaterField Designs has been killing it with all their new crowd collaboration designed bags. The latest bag that was created with ideas from over 1,200 frequent travelers is the Air Duffel carry-on bag. Available in black ballistic nylon or waxed canvas, this bag will hold everything you need for a quick business trip
WaterField Designs new Air Duffel is the great result of another crowd collaboration Read More
NEWS – Accessory maker Elago is known for tapping into Apple nostalgia, making retro-themed charging stands for both the Apple Watch and iPhone. In the past, they’ve made accessories that resembled an old-school, the classic iMac, and even an iPod classic. This time, however, their nostalgia is aimed at Apple’s AirPods. Their newest retro design,
Say “hello” to Elago’s new retro AirPods case Read More
NEWS – TIPS is a sticker that you wrap around a regular pencil or a pen and it turns into a stylus for your phone or tablet. Sorcery? Sure seems like it, but it’s really using the electricity in your body/hand without needing to hassle with Bluetooth, batteries, etc. Even more interesting is the fact
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NEWS – Dedicated handheld gaming devices seem to be making a comeback these days. There’s the Nintendo Switch and the various retro gaming devices like the Bittboy that I reviewed early this year. If you’re into retro gaming – specifically Game Boy gaming and still have some cartridges and don’t feel like dealing with the
Game Boy fans will love the Analogue Pocket which works with actual GB cartridges Read More
NEWS – Kano is a company that knows how to make products that will delight kids (and adults) while also helping them learn important STEM skills. Their newest products is the Star Wars The Force™ Coding Kit. The Star Wars The Force™ Coding Kit comes with everything needed for your child to learn the ways
Kano helps kids learn to program by channeling The Force Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you think you’re crafty now, just imagine what kind of cool things you can make with a tabletop cutter and engraver like the beamo which just launched on Kickstarter from Flux, the same company who had the successful Flux Delta 3D printer campaign. What is it? beamo is a small desktop
Check out beamo, an affordable compact laser cutter and engraver for makers Read More
NEWS – Last year, after trying many brands and models of air purifiers, I was lucky enough to be offered the opportunity to test the Molekule Air. Immediately after setting it up in my home, I began to feel the difference in my breathing and my allergy attacks. Even better, both of my children who
NEWS – If you thought VR goggles were only good for playing games, you would be wrong. The people at IrisVision are using VR headsets to give people with low vision problems like macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and more the ability to have clearer vision. Using a smartphone mounted to a headset, IrisVision helps
IrisVision gives people with low vision problems the ability to see clearly again Read More
NEWS – Carbon Fiber makes everything better including ukuleles, banjoleles, and now guitars! The creators at Outdoor Ukulele have just added a new 20″ scale guitar to their rugged instrument offerings. Made of Carbon fiber polycarbonate, the Outdoor Guitar won’t crack from lack of humidity or warp from too much humidity. Heck, you can use
The folks at Outdoor Ukulele have added a guitar to their lineup Read More
NEWS – Whether you like to go out for a run at night, have aging parents, work out in the field, etc. having the ability to keep friends and family up to date with your location can provide great peace of mind. The Moxee Signal is a small device that you can wear or clip
Moxee Signal is a personal safety device with 4G LTE coverage Read More
NEWS – The FLATEYE flashlight from Panthervision features a flat shape that they claim makes it easier to grip. You won’t need to worry about it rolling away from you on a flat surface either. Available in versions with a lumen range of 700 up to 2175 lumens, the FLATEYE flashlights have versions that are
Forget about round flashlights, flat is where it’s at Read More
NEWS – BodyGuardz who has been a popular brand for smartphone screen protection and cases is now expanding its product focus into the smart home device category with security cameras and an emergency hub. Their new Portable 360º Security Camera is a battery-powered camera that features a rechargeable battery and the ability to relocate it
BodyGuardz goes from smartphones to smart homes with new product line Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – This week I’m bringing you two Kickstarter crowdfunding campaigns and two campaigns from Indiegogo. et’s check them out. HiiDii Glasses: Wearable Hands-Free Control for Your Devices What is it? HiiDii Glasses are a wearable controller for computers, tablets, and smartphones. Why do I like it? I like the HiiDii Glasses because it’s