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The Apple Pencil is perhaps a perfect stylus for drawing and writing on the iPad Pro, but some people (like me) may find its slim, slippery shape uncomfortable to hold for any length of time. I like writing with markers and with pens with thick barrels, so I find that holding the Apple Pencil can […]
Change the look and feel of the Apple Pencil with Ztylus Read More
Your Apple Watch charger won’t take up an inch of desk or nightstand space when you use the Wiplabs Apple Watch Wall Stand. You’ll still have to use the charging puck that came with your Watch; just connect the USB plug on the cable into the power supply inside the Wall Stand, then plug the
Charge your Apple Watch directly at the wall socket with this Wiplabs charger Read More
There are TONS of different bottles, flasks, tanks, and other container-type products for holding all manner of beverages. And that’s totally fine, because there is no “perfect” beverage holder. But BottleKeeper seems to be a bit unique. Slide your glass beverage bottle inside the neoprene-lined BottleKeeper and it will keep both your bottle and your
Keep your beer bottle chill and protected with BottleKeeper Read More
Usually, when you hear about tiny homes, you hear the story of how the owner has crafted their home themselves. If you aren’t handy, there are some options for buying a pre-made tiny home, if you’re lucky enough to find a manufacturer you can work with. Now any of us could have a tiny home
If you travel a lot and like to get a few extra z’s of shuteye while you’re on a plane, train, or automobile, you know how awkward and uncomfortable it can be. I usually end up getting a stiff neck from trying and failing to sit straight up in my chair. The ChinzUP is a
This travel pillow is a folding shelf for your chin Read More
Introduced in 2006, the MagSafe connector from Apple was a magnetic port on MacBooks that allowed the power cable to easily disconnect from the laptop in the event of someone tripping over it or accidentally tugging it, to prevent damage from pulling the laptop off a table. Apple in their infinite wisdom (or not), discontinued
Turn any power cable into a MagSafe style cable Read More
It’s time to relax with your computer, tablet, or phone while you browse through a list of everything that we wrote about this week on The Gadgeteer. We have news, we have reviews, and we have articles about your favorite gadgets. Enjoy! Articles Julie’s gadget diary – I’m ditching paper and going back to a
R2-D2 is arguably the most recognizable and beloved droid in the world (well, probably the galaxy). And the kindred spirits at ThinkGeek know this. They’ve created the Star Wars R2-D2 Bluetooth Speakerphone so you can use good ol’ R2 to blast your tunes as well as answer your phone. Not only that, but he also
R2-D2’s dome can blast your tunes or answer your phone! Read More
Crystal decanters are beautiful, but the lead can leech out into liquids stored in them, and so they are no longer recommended as safe for long-term storage. Storing your whiskey in an oak barrel, just like the distillers do, won’t do anything but add desirable flavors. Whiskey barrels are usually far too big to add
Forget crystal decanters. Store your whiskey in an oak barrel! Read More
I don’t like ironing, so I try to quickly hang up shirts as soon as the dryer buzzes so they don’t need ironing. Sometimes, though, the shirt will look fine, but the collar just won’t lay flat, and it needs ironing anyway. With the Compact Touch-Up and Portable Iron, you won’t have to get out
This little iron keeps your collars looking perfect Read More
We’re big pen fans ’round The Gadgeteer bullpen (we don’t really have a bullpen, it just sounds cool), and I think our readers are as well, so when I stumbled upon the Namisu X-01 Aluminum rollerball pen, I felt obligated to share. With a very solid, yet simple and smooth appearance, the X-01 Aluminum pen features a
Namisu X-01 Aluminum rollerball pen: simple, smooth, solid Read More
Back in the 1970s, NASA sent out two interstellar probes, the Voyagers 1 and 2. They were designed to travel through space, not directed at any particular star, with information about us should any intelligent life happen upon the probes. The information in the Voyager vessels was in the form of two golden records, which
Own your own copy of the golden records sent out on the Voyager spacecrafts Read More
A pillow isn’t normally considered a gadget, but the ZEEQ Smart Pillow from REM-Fit definitely fits in that product category. The ZEEQ pillow was a successfully funded Kickstarter project from two years ago and features an adjustable foam filling that hides a variety of tech features like a built-in Bluetooth speaker that you can use to
The ZEEQ pillow helps you get more z’s and snore less Read More
I’m all about EDC organization. In fact, I’m constantly on the lookout for little pockets and pouches that I can use to keep my loose pocket items from clanking about. I might have just found it in the Yellow Birch Outfitters PocKit Pro EDC Organizer. This little pardner is ruggedly built from 1000D Cordura Nylon with
Murphy doors aren’t quite the same as a Murphy bed; they utilize a door to add shelving, but the storage isn’t necessarily hidden away. There are several varieties of Murphy doors. Some look like a built-in bookcase, some look like free-standing bookshelves. Some have the storage visible in the room; others have the storage on
Forget Murphy beds – check out these Murphy doors! Read More
This week we are bringing you four currently running crowdfunding campaigns from Kickstarter. This week’s campaigns are for people interested in voice assistants, smartphone accessories, coffee, and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns. Quick Pack Attachment Blurb by Andy Jacobs What is it? Quick Pack Attachment is a mount system
My dog, Teddy, is picky. He will only eat from certain bowls, and he likes fresh, cold, clean water in his water bowl at all times. Sometimes he’ll refuse to drink his water because he sees something in it – usually his own hair from his constantly shedding body. The Water Purifying Pet Fountain could
Keep your pet’s water fresh and pure with this fountain Read More
Now that Qi charging is totally a thing in the Appleverse, is anyone still paying attention to Lightning docks? Heck, I am! Until my company springs for an upgrade (not holding my breath), I’m still rocking my iPhone 6 Plus—no Qi for me. But I’ll tell ya’, I love a good dock. One that allow me
Lightning port charge your iPhone (even in a case) easily with minimalist Hoverdock Read More
You’ve pared your EDC kit down, but did you remember your wallet? If you need to lighten your wallet and slim it down, check out the new Via wallet from WaterField Designs. The Via is designed to carry some cash and up to eight cards. There are two front pockets to hold your most frequently
WaterField’s new Via wallet retains it sleek profile even when loaded Read More
If you like your gear to serve more than one purpose, you’ll like the BOB 3-in-1 Unisex Glasses case. When closed, the case measures 5.76″ x 1.6″ x 1.5″ and holds most standard-sized eyeglasses or sunglasses. The case is made of strong ABS plastic, and it’s lined with protective, soft-touch fabrics, so your glasses will
Organize your nightstand with this glasses case Read More