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Bellroy has already slimmed down our wallets. Now they slim down our keychains!

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We’ve seen what seems like dozens of different key chain solutions here on The Gadgeteer.  Our current find, the Bellroy Key Cover, looks like a little leather taco to enfold your keys to keep them away from scratchable electronics they share space with.  Bellroy has mastered the art of designing slim-profile wallets that carry all […]

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The tiny Cormia razor is perfect for travel and is TSA friendly

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One bag travelers and others who like to pack ultra light for their trips will appreciate the travel-sized unisex Cormia Razor. Designed and assembled in Canada, this keychain-sized 2-blade razor is made of metal that won’t rust and has no plastic parts that can break. The Cormia Razor is a twin blade razor and comes with 5

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Pad&Quill Apple Watch Band, Fossil watch, Kodak Pixpro 360 camera, and more – Weekly roundup

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Hello, Gadgeteer fans! This is the last weekly roundup post of 2017. Our weekly roundup posts are exactly what you think. They are an easy to scan listing of all the reviews, articles, and gadget related news posts from the past 7 days. So take a quick look to see if you missed something that

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Two must-have wireless mice for Guardians of the Galaxy fans

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Whether you liked the first Guardians of the Galaxy movie or the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 movie best, you’ll love these Groot wireless computer mice from Brando. Authorized by MARVEL, these mice feature 1,200 dpi and a 2.4GHz wireless connection which uses a USB dongle. You can choose from the original Groot or

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Your drinks will be shaken, not stirred, with the Mixology cocktail shaker

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If you like to mix up your own drinks in your home bar, you know you need various tools, including a cocktail shaker.  Unless you have an incredible memory, you’ll also need a recipe book, or you’ll find yourself asking Siri or Google how to make drinks.  With the Mixology Cocktail Shaker, you’ll have recipes

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Twelve South’s TimePorter is the perfect travel companion for your Apple Watch

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If one owns an Apple Watch then one can never have enough accessories to go with that Watch. Whether its extra bands or charging do-dads, Apple Watch accessories are almost as essential as the watch itself. The Twelve South TimePorter is an accessories tote, portable charger and travel stand for the Apple Watch. TimePorter holds

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Safely extinguish kitchen fires with a Kovenex blanket

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Do you keep a fire extinguisher in your kitchen like safety experts recommend – and sometimes homeowner’s insurance policies require?  If you have one, do you know how to use it?  Or even how old it is?  If you have a kitchen grease fire and don’t aim the spray from the extinguisher correctly, you can

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A tasting glass that cools your whiskey without diluting it

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This tasting glass was inspired by the Glencairn, the traditional whiskey-tasting vessel.  But this one has a wider base with a dimple in the middle designed to hold it in place on a cooling metal base.  Place the metal base in the freezer for a few hours before using, and it will be ready to chill

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Energous receives industry-first FCC certification in the over-the-air, wireless-charging field

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A couple years ago, we told you about wireless charging from Energous Corporation.  They created the WattUP wire-free charging technology that allows over-the-air, wireless device charging from a distance of a few millimeters to up to 15 feet away.  In a press release on December 27, 2017, Energous announced their WattUp RF-based Mid Field transmitters

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Bellroy has a woman’s wallet perfect for minimal EDC

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It seems that most of the wallets featured on The Gadgeteer are men’s wallets or unisex wallets that basically hold some cards and cash and really nothing else.  That’s not a problem for men because their clothing tends to have usable pockets, unlike women’s clothing which usually have decorative pockets if any at all.  That lack

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Never lose your pen again with the Journal Bandolier

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If you have trouble keeping up with a pen or pencil for writing in your journal or planner, you’ll be interested in the Journal Bandolier.  The Bandolier straps around your notebook, journal, or planner, and it keeps your pens, pencils, or markers corralled in loops.  You’ll always have your favorite writing implements handy when you

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Kuna announces new Maximus floodlight camera

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Kuna has recently announced a follow-on to their Smart Security Light (that I reviewed a few years ago), the Maximus Floodlight Camera. The new Maximus Floodlight Camera can detect motion in a 270-degree arch within a 70-foot range. It has 2400-lumen floodlights (5000K color temp) and a 1080p HD security camera (H264) built into its

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A leather Star Wars iPhone X case…Yes please

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi has been out for about a week now and if you’ve seen it but still can’t get enough Star Wars goodness Hex has you covered. Their new Limited Edition leather iPhone cases feature five different iconic characters from the movies. Darth Vader, Boba Fett, R2-D2, Storm Trooper and X-Wing Fighter. There are

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This Intrepid Bag Co. bag holds your entire EDC kit – including an iPad Pro or laptop

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The Zinnia Convertible bag converts from a backpack to a crossbody bag, but what doesn’t change is its ability to hold everything you need to carry for your day.  The Zinnia is made of rich, mahogany-colored leather, lined with a wool-blend fabric imported from England, and accented with forged steel hardware and hand-pounded copper rivets.  It’s

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Last chance gift ideas for shopping slackers

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Are you one of those people who hasn’t even STARTED shopping yet? With less than 12 hours until Christmas, you’re either ultra brave or the world’s best slacker. Either way, it’s not too late, there’s still hope for you and everyone else in the Last Minute Holiday Shopping Club. What’s the solution to your gift-giving

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Waterfield announces its new Atlas Executive Athletic Holdall

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Waterfield has recently announced its Atlas Executive Athletic Holdall, a bag designed to be an all-in-one everyday transporter. It is meant to be both a briefcase and athletic bag, enabling you to seamlessly go from gym to office and back again. It has a padded laptop compartment and organizational pockets for all your EDC needs plus separate compartments to

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Mujjo iPhone X case, iQAir air purifier, Peak Design Sling bag, and more – Weekly roundup

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Do you need a distraction from all the holiday hubbub? No problem, I have just what Santa ordered. Here’s a full listing of everything that we posted this week on The Gadgeteer. Grab a mug of eggnog, settle back and enjoy.

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JBL’s Boombox is waterproof, has 24-hour playtime and is l-o-u-d.

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With Braven and Monster fighting it out over who’s boombox is the baddest, JBL just had to enter the ring and did in a big way. Presenting the JBL Boombox—what else are ya gonna call it? Even though the JBL Boombox weighs less than the other two mentioned blasters (11.5 lbs), it still packs a

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Keep a BBQ Toolbox in your car, and you’re ready to grill at any time

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This sleek, red toolbox doesn’t have screwdrivers or wrenches inside, but it has the tools to help you prepare a meal.  The BBQ Toolbox is made of stainless steel and mild steel, and opens up to reveal a 7.75″  x 15.75″ stainless steel grilling surface.  When you open it, the carry handles move down to serve

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