News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
Looking for some new tactical gear for the next time evildoers have you in their clutches? First of all, you’re hanging around with the wrong crowd if this happens to you a lot. But I digress. Check out these shoelaces from ITS Tactical. Who cares about shoelaces you say. You do, when they are made […]
Saw your way to freedom with ITS Kevlar shoelaces Read More
You’ve been looking at buying a drone for your kids that is both fun and maybe even useful (inspecting roofs, aerial photography, etc.), but you don’t want to deal with the hassle of having to register it with the FAA if it’s heavier than 0.55 pounds. It’s tough to find a drone that weighs less
New Xtreem Drones offer HD recording and 360° flip maneuvers Read More
Do you feel that, “Pants pinch your jiblets and are clearly a sub-optimal part of any man’s attire”? If so, you might want to check out Damn Near Kilt ‘Em, producers and purveyors of—you guessed it—men’s “sport utility kilts” since 2012. Damn Near Kilt ‘Em’s rugged, manly kilts are available in a variety of styles, sizes and
Pants-free manliness with Damn Near Kilt ‘Em kilts Read More
It’s just common sense that a good flashlight is hard to beat in the dark, right? But who actually has one handy when you need one? Nitecore thought about this and came up with the TIP flashlight, a pocket-sized flashlight designed to be attached to your keychain. This rechargeable aluminum flashlight is 2.39 inches long
Flat not fat, the TIP flashlight Read More
Not to be outdone by T-Mobile new One plan which was also announced today, Sprint has unveiled a new plan too. Starting tomorrow (Friday, August 19th, 2016), Sprint will be offering two new plans that they are calling the Unlimited Freedom plan and the Unlimited Unhook’d plan. Click through for the details and a nice hearty
Sprint launches new unlimited plans tomorrow, what you need to know Read More
A couple of weeks I told you about the Spadle ladle. Well, the folks at Dreamfarm have been busy since then because now there’s a new version of the Spadle. It’s the Holey Spadle. It has the same features as the original Spadle, which includes the ability to transform from spoon to ladle with a
The Spadle transforming ladle has a new sibling Read More
Frequent flyers who prefer the window seat will want to read more about the spAIRtray. This product not only has a genius product name, but it’s also a genius design for a product that gives the passenger a 13 x 5 inch shelf. We all know how cramped for space airline seats can be. If
spAIRtray is an easy to install shelf for window-seat passengers Read More
This week I have news about four Kickstarter campaigns. Three of these products are things that I’d actually like to have and use. One of the products is kinda weird and I probably wouldn’t use because I may be part vampire… Huh? You’ll just have to click through to understand what I’m talking about.
Most of the artwork that I hang on my walls are photos that I’ve taken, had printed on a canvas and then framed. I think my artwork looks great, but these photos from NewLight are something brand new. NewLight uses patented cutting edge LED technology that lights photographs from within. The photos are only 5/16
NewLight illuminates your photographs with actual LEDs Read More
Automatic has unveiled their newest connected car adapter, the Automatic Pro. Priced at $129.95, the Pro looks almost identical to previous versions of their adapter minus the new color scheme, but this new version has 3G connectivity. I know what you’re thinking. Yay 3G connectivity, but boo for monthly subscription fees. Guess what? The Automatic
Automatic’s car adapter goes Pro Read More
Just when I thought I’d seen every product for stashing survival items on one’s person, I ran across TinderZIP by Exotac. It’s a clever little product that not only is an easy-to-install replacement zipper pull, the cord portion also includes a waterproof flammable core that provides a 60 second burn time when lit to help
tinderZIP adds emergency firestarter to any zipper Read More
I love products that can do more than one thing and the Kootek Tactical Flashlight is one of those types of products. First of all, it’s a flashlight that uses a CREE 800 Lumen LED that has 3 brightness levels, strobe, and beam focusing. The flashlight is powered by a rechargeable battery (AC adapter is
Flashlight + knife = Kootek Tactical Flashlight Knife Read More
Have you ever fantasized about having X-ray vision like Superman? The Walabot DIY will give you, or I should say your smartphone, that superpower. What is it? Walabot DIY is a device that uses 3D imaging technology to see through drywall, cement, and other materials to determine the location of pipes, wires, and even rodents’
Walabot DIY gives your smartphone superhero superpowers Read More
Why restrict your use of emoticons to only sending text messages to your friends with your smart phone when you can take them with you on your next road trip. The CarMoji is a car accessory that lets drivers send positive messages to other cars using remote controlled, light-up, emojis. The CarMoji installs on a
Emojis take a road trip with the CarMoji Read More
Virtual reality is taking off in a big way, so why not get in on the fun and create your own 3D pictures and video. How can you do that? With Weeview’s Eye-Plug 3D. This flash drive sized camera plugs into Android phones with a micro USB connector and allows easy capture of 3D video
Take your pics and video into the third dimension with Eye-Plug 3D Read More
The next time you need extra seating for guests, you can pull a book off your bookcase and voila, instant stool. No, I’m not delusional. It’s called Bookniture, which is a clever name for these “books” that are made of kraft paper that opens up to create a weight-bearing stool that you can sit on.
This oversized book is really a stool Read More
Hello Gadgeteers, I hope everyone is having a good weekend so far. It’s raining here in Southern Indiana, so it’s been a lazy relaxing day watching movies and working on a few reviews. I’m really excited about the AcuRite smartHUB and sensors that I’m testing right now. I’m using it to track how much rain we’re
Power banks, headphones, smart locks and more – Weekly roundup Read More
Modularity appears to be the latest trend in new smartphones. The LG G5 did it earlier this year with its unique slide in camera, battery and DAC. Now more recently, Motorola is taking a run at modularity by adding that feature to their new Moto Z phones with replaceable back covers, speaker, and a projector.
i-BLADES Smartcases give Samsung phones modular features Read More
If you live in a home with a sliding door, you know how convenient they are for going to and from your patio. But they can also be frustrating to use when your hands are full. Eric Gagnon thought so too, so he invented the Zoupet. What is it? It’s foot operated door slider. Check
Zoupet is a genius gadget that gives you handsfree access to your patio door Read More
It’s hot and humid right now here in Southern Indiana where I’m located, but before we know it, the snow will be flying and we’ll be wishing it was summer again. Cold weather makes me miserable because my internal thermostat is defective. Heck, I’m wearing a sweater right now and it’s going to be over
Your smartphone can keep your feet warm this winter Read More