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Rakōt75 reusable cloth towels will change the way clean

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NEWS – I don’t know about you but I use paper towels for EVERYTHING, and I’m always running out. It can get pretty expensive not to mention wasteful. The Rackōt75 cloth paper towels caught my attention because they come on a roll just like paper towels you buy at the store. However, unlike paper towels, […]

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Take videography to the next level with the Shure MV88+ video kit

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NEWS – Since most smartphones now record 4K video, why not equip them with some pro-level accessories and make your videos the best you can? Shure, a global manufacturer of audio equipment, has launched the MV88+ video kit featuring a digital stereo condenser microphone that provides videographers with an all-in-one solution for capturing recordings on-the-go.

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Mo-Tactic EDC pen, MOFT invisible folding laptop stand, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

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NEWS – Today I’m going to show you five Kickstarter campaigns that caught my eye this week for pen lovers, mobile warriors, and urban gardeners. Let’s get to it. “Mo-Tactic” EDC Urban Pen.  What is it? Mo-Tactic is a ballpoint pen that is available in steel, titanium or aviation aluminum. It features a design

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Just like milk, the Pado PureWave Handheld Cordless Massager does a body good!!

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NEWS – Whenever I get home after a hard day at work, a massage is always a part of my thoughts and wishes as I go through my unwinding process. For many years, I have been thinking about one of those beautiful soft leather massage chairs that can give me a whole body massage. However,

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The Wacom Cintiq 16 drawing tablet removes a few pro features and cuts the price by more than half

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NEWS – As a professional art director, I depend on Wacom graphics tablets for much of my photoshop work, whether it’s retouching or photo manipulation. It’s not natural doing computer art with a mouse or trackpad. Through the years Wacom has upgraded their line of Intuos and Cintique tablets for the Pro market—at pro prices.

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Peeqo is a robot that uses memes to make you smile

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NEWS – Peeqo is a personal robot designed to cheer you up by responding with memey GIFs and video clips.  Say its name, ask it a question, and it will respond with a cute little snippet of video.  Although it can respond to practical questions–“What is the weather like today?”–Peeqo’s at his best when providing

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Squeeze in a workout in just about any space with the Treadly ultra-thin treadmill

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NEWS – If you live in a small home or apartment and thought it was impossible to own a treadmill, think again. Treadly is an ultra-thin compact treadmill that allows you to walk or jog in just about any space. It’s easy to pull out when you want to workout then slides away under a

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Cuisinart bread maker, Mavin TWS earbuds, Roborock vacuum, and more – Weekly round up

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NEWS – Gadgeteers, you know the drill. Get a beverage, your favorite snacks, and then assume a comfortable position in a comfy chair and browse this list of everything we posted this week. I’m sure there’s something you missed, so have at it! REVIEWS Xiaomi Roborock E20 robot vacuum cleaner review on February 16, 2019 by Julian Perry

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Mouse where you want with the Cherry MW 8 Advanced optical mouse

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NEWS – Mousing is sometimes a hit or miss proposition, depending on where you rest your mouse.  Some colors, or even worse, glass, with a complete lack of color or contrast, can confound many optical mice.  Cherry aims to end that problem with the Cherry MW 8 Advanced optical LED laser mouse. Sporting a metal surface and

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Saddleback Leather drops a redesigned, lighter version of the Tank Backpack

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NEWS – The original backpack by Saddleback Leather earned the nickname “The Tank” due to it’s beefy and nearly indestructible construction. A “Squared” version of the design was later released that introduced some streamlining, but still was pretty weighty. I have stalked this bag for years but was always concerned about the 8 pounds plus

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Get your colors right with Datacolor SpyderX

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NEWS – Monitor calibration has long been a staple activity of professional photographers.  Monitors inherently have variations that affect how colors are displayed.  Couple that with changes in ambient light in the room, due to sun angle, cloud cover or electric light type and the colors you see on the monitor can really change.  Without

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The Electronic Acupuncture Pen takes away the fear of needles

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NEWS – For many years I have heard about Acupuncture and the benefits of this treatment/practice. Wikipedia defines Acupuncture as “a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine. As such, acupuncture is considered a pseudoscience as the theories and practices

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Focal says, “One more thing” and announces a wireless Sphear in-ear headphone

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NEWS – French high fidelity audio company Focal is still releasing products in February—except this one is on the other end of the affordability scale. They’ve released Sphear Wireless, for those who want freedom of movement. As the wireless evolution of Sphear, these new in-ear headphones provide tonal balance with plenty of dynamics. The bass-reflex system reproduces a

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The EyeVac Touchless Vacuum makes using dirty dustpans a thing of the past

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NEWS – Tired of bending over a dirty dustpan to pick up swept up messes? The EyeVac Home Touchless Vacuum is here to take care of that. It’s a low-profile stationary vacuum that’s always on and always ready. All you have to do is sweep debris to the EyeVac. Infrared sensors detect the sweeping motion,

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Saddleback Leather updates the last duffle bag you (or your heirs) will ever need to purchase

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NEWS – Saddleback Leather Co. has updated its largest duffle (SLC’s preferred spelling) bag, which is appropriately named the Beast. Like the majority of Saddleback Leather Company’s bags, the Beast is constructed with full grain leather, marine-grade polyester thread, and stainless steel hardware. The main body of the bag is constructed of two large pieces

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Impossible Burger 2.0 wows ’em at CES

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NEWS – Most folks have heard about the Impossible Burger from Impossible Foods.  It is a burger patty made entirely from plants. 100% vegan with absolutely no animal products, Impossible Burger has gained fans searching for a meat substitute that is meat-like.  But, reviews, while good, were mixed.  Enter Impossible Burger 2.0. The new formulation

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