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This week we are bringing you six crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like to play ukulele, fidget, listen to music, keep an eye on their home, and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns. Eufy EverCam: The Wirefree Security […]
As I continue the conversation on camera sliders and time lapse devices, I do recall someone mentioning the Genie from Syrp as part of the discussion from one of my previous news stories. The Genie Motion Control Time-Lapse Device from Syrp is a relatively small device as a cube that is 4 inches all around,
The Genie Motion Control Time-Lapse Device from Syrp has all the right moves Read More
Flash photography is frequently used by photographers both indoors and outdoors for many types of photography. Indoors, flashes can be used for portrait photography, some types of product photography, and most other types of indoor events. The cost of on-camera flashes ranges from less than $100 to over $1000, varying by type, and features, and
Yongnuo Speedlite YN600EX-RT II for Canon Cameras may just be the right flash for you Read More
The Adjustable Bag from Piorama will replace all of your sling bags, backpacks, and duffel bags because it can expand and contract from a small 31L day bag all the way up to a huge 62L travel sized duffel bag. It also converts from a backpack to a shoulder bag so you can carry it
The Piorama A10 is a bag that can transform from a small sling bag into a giant 62L duffel Read More
Keyport is one of my favorite companies because they think out of the box when it comes to gear. They started out with the popular Keyport Slide and Pivot key organizers and have now launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for their new Anywhere Tools. What is it? Keyport Anywhere Tools take the modular approach that
EDC goes modular with Keyport Anywhere Tools Read More
On Tuesday, Otterbox released their new Solo: A Star Wars Story collection of iPhone cases in anticipation of the 2018 Star Wars film. They join the previously released Galactic Collection of Star Wars Otterbox cases as part of the companies Symmetry Series. “You don’t have to be a scoundrel to protect your favorite co-pilot,” said OtterBox CEO Jim Parke. “Star
We’re no stranger to Baron Fig ’round these parts; I’ve reviewed the Confidant Hardcover Notebook, the Vanguard Softcover Notebook, and the Squire Rollerball Pen. Although I really like Baron Fig’s notebooks, I’m a bit obsessed with the Squire Rollerball Pen. Its just-right length, balanced weight, ergonomic shape and finish, and smooth writing tip all contribute
Baron Fig gets to the point with new Squire Click ballpoint pen Read More
Unless you’re one of those ladies who can stuff everything you need in your pockets, you probably carry some sort of bag whenever you leave the house. When you leave for work, you probably have to carry a bigger bag to fit everything you need for your job plus the things you need for the
The Coach phone crossbody bag is a perfect go-to-lunch bag Read More
For those of us who pursue the adventures associated with photography and videography, traveling light is a must. We have to take so much gear in anticipation of what we might get the opportunity to shoot, that every little reduction counts. One way to reduce weight and bulk is by using a compact lightweight tripod
The MeFOTO GlobeTrotter Air Travel Tripod: Don’t leave home without it. Read More
Do you ever stop and think about how much trash is generated at a coffee shop or restaurant? For those of you who like to add cream and sugar to your coffee and tea, do you use a wooden or plastic stick or spoon to make sure everything is well mixed? Where do those stirring
Forget about stirring your coffee, Stircle it instead Read More
If you like your accessories to be unique, you probably don’t like to choose your Apple Watch bands from the standard offerings from Apple. This metal watch band is very attractive, and it’s not something you’re likely to see three other people wearing at the office. The band looks like a series of metal dots
This band will keep your Apple Watch on the dot Read More
Fashion shows are one of the events that I love to video, and on a few occasions, I have been a part of a team the included a live broadcast as a part of the event. The hustle and bustle of celebrity types lends a sense of excitement and adds energy to the environment. However,
Feel free to connect with Freestream Read More
I don’t know how often I get some fresh scallions or broccoli, stick them in the fridge under all the other produce I have in there, and find them again after they are limp and inedible. With the VeggiDome, I could store them on display in the kitchen, so I don’t forget them, in a
Send your fresh fruits and veggies to VeggiDome! Read More
When I reviewed the Nuheara IQbuds earbuds, I said that they sound better than many wireless ear buds and can help make speech more intelligible. While that’s still true, Nuheara has gone a step further and introduced IQbuds Boost adding what Nuheara calls “Ear ID,” a self-fit system with smartphone app that will clinically validate
Nuheara boosts its IQBuds truly wireless earbuds to a personal level Read More
Within the photography industry, there are many companies that make similar products, making the choices that are right for you, very hard to make. Recently, I wrote a few news stories on photography gear belts, and I have continued to try out different makes and models for fit, finish, strength and efficiency. The B-Grip EVO
The B-Grip EVO Camera Belt Grip can handle the load Read More
Last December, we told you about a 3-in-1 powerbank set at The Container Store. I was in a store over the weekend, and I saw a sign saying that they were recalling the Grab & Go Powerbank Station. The product has a possibility of the batteries overheating during charging, making it a burn and fire
Recall of powerbanks sold at Container Store Read More
As I continue on my quest to find the most efficient and most portable slider that is also a great “bang for the buck”, I have been looking at the foldable Crane Slider from Axler. The first feature that catches my attention is its small size and therefore portability. The next feature that is attractive
The Axler Foldable Crane Slider has all the right moves Read More
ThinkGeek has come through with another Star Wars-themed product that’s as useful as it is cool. This time they have a Star Wars Lightsaber Book Light. The officially-licensed clip-on LED book light features a lightsaber hilt with one LED instead of a plasma blade and an 11″ flexible neck. The hilt is 4″ long and a
Read by the light of your light saber Read More
I’ve never felt secure using my iPhone with one hand. I’ve fumbled it more times then I can count. And with repair costs these days, that’s not a good thing. The Strappy Case from Ullu has a built-in hand-strap that makes holding your iPhone with one hand easier and more secure. The leather hand-strap also
Ullu’s iPhone case makes one handed use a “strap” Read More
The Orivet Tap Tag collar ID tag is not like other pet tags. None of your personal information is engraved on the tag. Instead of reading a phone number off the tag, the finder will read the Near-Field Communication (NFC) chip or QR code identification code on the tag with their smartphone. The device scanning the
This pet tag can notify you instantly when your lost pet is found Read More