News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Last year I reviewed Bag End, a building block set from Webrick. While I liked the set, it didn’t come with any mini figures. I already had a few from some LEGO sets, but not enough to fill out this hobbit home. I went to AliExpress to buy a few more, and […]
Play Easily Now (PEN) Wargame – lots of fun with your (mini) figures Read More
DEAL NEWS – Do you still need a gift idea for Mother’s Day? Then check out this hand held thermometer gun that she can use for cooking, grilling, and more. It has a digital display and can measure temperatures -58 ºF and 1292 ºF (-50 ºC and 700 ºC) in less than a second. In
Here’s another last minute Mother’s Day gift deal for a temperature gun Read More
CONTEST NEWS – Hey guys, here’s a fun one! Our friends at JMBricklayer are giving three lucky Gadgeteer readers a free Formula 1 race car model. This model has 1200 bricks that will let you create a highly detailed race car in a bright red color. Indy 500 fans (hey, I’m from Indiana!) will love
We’re giving away 3 race car models from JMBricklayer! Read More
DEAL NEWS – It’s not too late to get something really unique for your mom for Mother’s Day. If you have Amazon Prime, you can order one of these really cool bird watching gadgets for delivery tomorrow (Saturday), just in time for Sunday’s holiday. Instead of getting mom a bouquet of flowers that will wilt
2 great deals on bird watching gadgets for mom – arrives tomorrow if you have Prime! Read More
NEWS – xTool has recently announced their new desktop laser engraver, the F1 Ultra. The F1 Ultra is the world’s first 20W fiber and 20W diode dual laser. The dual laser expands the range of materials that can be engraved, embossed, and cut. The F1 Ultra expands upon the already popular F1 in more ways than just more
SPONSORED NEWS – Creality’s Ender-3 series has established itself as a distinguished name in the world of 3D printing, owing to its innovative and excellent products. Starting from the basic Ender-3 V3 SE to the advanced Ender-3 V3 KE, and the top-of-the-line Ender-3 V3, every version has proven Creality’s commitment to meeting the diverse requirements
The new Creality Ender-3 V3 Plus 3D printer is here! Read More
NEWS – Leatherman has recently introduced new color choices for their popular Skeletool series of multi-tools. The Skeletool CX, priced at $89.95, is now available in Onyx, Nightshade, Verdant, and Paradise colors. The Skeletool KB is priced at $39.9 and is now offered in Nightshade, Verdant, and Paradise colors. These pocket-sized EDC multi-tools offer a
Leatherman has released new colors of their popular Skeletool series of multi-tools! Read More
NEWS – Getting babies to look at a camera to capture a good photo of them is difficult. But not anymore! The Looky Lou Rattle is a fun toy that clips on your phone to get your baby to look at the camera and smile. The lion’s mane cleverly spins and rattles thus capturing your
Capture great photos of your baby with the Looky Lou Rattle Read More
NEWS – It’s time to upgrade your grill brush to one that uses steam instead of metal bristles. When you use a wire brush, that brush can shed wires on your grill which could end up in your food. The safer option is to use the Grill Rescue Grill Brush. It’s a simple tool that
Use steam not wire bristles to scrub your grill grates clean Read More
NEWS – Today, I want to tell you about a drawing toolset that is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. I like to ensure that each Kickstarter project I share with all of you is backed by a reputable company with a positive track record of previous successful Kickstarter projects or is already an established company.
This drawing set is the perfect addition to an artist’s EDC Read More
NEWS – If you’re looking at grill options this year, it’s hard to deny the convenience of a pellet grill. At the same time, they have a similar rep to gas grills when it comes to delivery of flavor to what you’re cooking (compared to charcoal or offset smokers). I’ve been on the hunt for
Smoking with a pellet grill? Camp Chef thinks you can with the Woodwind Pro. Read More
NEWS – Take a look at these unique Jeep-themed rings from Manly Bands. They offer a variety of Jeep-inspired bands, but I especially like the ones made of Black Zirconium and Redwood. They will turn the heads of your Jeep-loving pals with their cool designs, but they will probably make your wallet weep with their
Jeep proud? Show it with one of these Jeep-themed rings Read More
NEWS – Attention Indiana Jones fans! Channel your inner adventuring archeologist and check out this replica of the EDC bag that Indy used in the movies. The bag is based on a British Mark VII gas mask bag from World War II. It’s made of canvas and available in two versions: one with an open
Be like Indiana Jones and make this your EDC bag! Read More
SPONSORED NEWS – Fiido, a renowned leader in electric mobility solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its latest masterpiece, the Fiido Air Carbon Fibre Electric Bike. Fiido is dedicated to keeping a close eye on user needs, and over the past few years, the company has consistently strived to meet those demands. In
Fiido’s new Air ebike features a carbon fibre frame and innovative features Read More
NEWS – Mother’s Day is swiftly approaching, so it’s time to find the perfect gift that shows your appreciation and caters to your mom’s unique interests and talents. If your mom is crafty and creative, a laser engraver from LaserPecker might be the ideal gift to take her hobbies to the next level. Laser engravers
Save up to 30% off laser engravers during LaserPecker Mother’s Day sale Read More
NEWS – Last week, I wrote about the Path-24 modular compass, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. I thought that that little EDC compass was pretty cool, but for those of you who want something a bit different, here’s another compass to consider. It’s the Ultem compass from Dango. Ultem is a translucent amber-colored
Here’s another unique EDC compass for your orienting adventures Read More
NEWS – When you reach a certain age, your fingernails can become brittle and weak. If you like using pocket knives, you might end up splitting or breaking a nail each time you try to open the blade on your favorite knife. The Rough Ryder JoBo knife pick tool has been designed as a solution
What the heck is this knife tool and why do some of you need it? Read More
NEWS – Hydration when you’re on the go is important, so it’s no wonder that there is a huge market for water bottles. But let’s face it, most water bottles only do one thing – hold water. Duh! But you’re here because you’re a gadgeteer and you want more from your products. That’s why I
NEWS – Shooting 4K ProRes video with an iPhone uses a lot of storage. The best way around that is to attach an SSD to the iPhone via the USB-C port and save the video directly to the drive instead of the iPhone’s internal storage. That’s where the Hagibis Magsafe NVMe enclosure comes in. This
This MagSafe enclosure puts a NVMe SSD on the back of your iPhone 15 series Read More
NEWS – The LaBear mini folding magnetic ratchet set is one of the smallest all-in-one style ratchet sets that I’ve seen. You won’t want to use this small tool for big jobs, but in a pinch, it will help you tighten or loosen hex and star screws. It features a bit holder that attaches to
This mini ratchet with bit holder folds up to fit in your pocket or your keychain! Read More