News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
I know this is a gadget blog, but most of us who love gadgets also love science fiction. Microsoft just announced the release of an anthology of short stories written by contemporary science fiction greats such as Elizabeth Bear, Greg Bear, David Brin, and Ann Leckie. To provide inspiration for the stories, Microsoft let the […]
Microsoft releases Future Visions science fiction anthology Read More
A charger that has full access to all ports is a bounty in itself, but finding one with 2 smart USB ports as well is just icing on the cake. I currently have two power strips that have ports that are unusable because of crowding and it’s maddening to me. I rearrange them depending on
Trix – Life can be tricky, using this charger isn’t Read More
According to the excellent AppleWorld.Today, Apple is adding a new item for in-store and online purchasing on Friday: an Apple-branded charging stand for Apple Watch. The white saucer-shaped unit will feature a flip-up charging puck, so that the user can have the Watch flat or on it’s side, in order to use “Nightstand Mode“. This
Apple to release “Official” Apple Watch charging stand Friday Read More
I’ve always been a fan of the LEGO Mindstorms robotics system that teaches children and adults how to build and program robots. Usually, you would use your Mac or PC to program the robot’s brain, but now you can use your iPad or Android tablet, too. The LEGO Group just announced the availability of its
LEGO releases the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Programmer App for tablets Read More
Twenty-one year old Tyler Skluzacek created a smartwatch and smartphone app called myBivy (short for my bivouac, which is a military encampment with tents or shelter in which to rest) to help soldiers suffering from night terrors, a major symptom of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. Tyler’s father was suffering from night terrors and
The myBivy app will help soldiers and veterans suffering from night terrors Read More
I have been a fan of Klipsch earphones ever since I bought their S4 model a few years ago. I became a true believer when I got the X10i earphones. They still remain one of my all-time favorite earphones I’ve reviewed. Rather than rest on this success, Klipsch has been expanding their model range
Klipsch has upgraded and expanded their X Series of earphones in time for the holidays Read More
Now parents won’t need eyes in the back of their heads in order to keep an eye on their kids in the back seat of the car. Garmin’s new babyCam will do that for them. The babyCam an in-vehicle wireless video baby monitor that mounts easily without tools using a twist-to-clamp bracket on the front
Garmin helps you keep an eye on your kids with babyCam Read More
Remember the Gadgeteer news post about Farm 432? You know, the device you can use to raise your own black soldier fly larvae as a source of alternative protein to feed your family? Well, the same company that came up with that device (which is not available to the public), LivinStudio, now has a device called the
The Hive: Farming insects to feed the future part 2 Read More
IK Multimedia who are well known for their electronic gear for musicians and hobbyists just announced a first. Their new iRig Acoustic is the first mobile microphone interface designed especially for acoustic guitars. If you’re an acoustic musician, you probably use a stand alone mic positioned in front of your instrument when performing or recording.
iRig Acoustic is your guitar’s new best friend Read More
I know Thanksgiving hasn’t even happened yet, but with the new movie coming out and all of the holiday sales happening, it would be a shame to miss out on these Star Wars Christmas tree ornaments. These four sets of officially licensed ornaments are designed around the first three movies, New Hope, Return of the
These are the decorations you are looking for, Star Wars Ornaments Read More
Take a break from raking leaves and making your Thanksgiving dinner plans to sit down and catch up with your favorite gadget news and review site. For your reading pleasure, I’ve created a list that you can quickly scan to see if you missed any of this week’s posts. And even if you didn’t miss
Audioengine has created some outstanding and affordable speakers along with other audio components over the last 10 years. Their A5+ is a killer speaker that sounds terrific and packs a powerful punch. It was their top-of-the-line speaker—until now. Just in time for the holidays, Audioengine has released the HD6 speaker—a new concept in both sound
Audioengine puts the pedal to the metal with the new HD6 speakers Read More
Telegram is a messaging app that looks and feels a lot like WhatsApp, however, there are some very distinct differences. Telegram is available for every platform: iOS, Android, Windows Phone, PC, Mac, Linux, and a web version as well. It is cloud based so you can access your messages from multiple devices but also secure
Have you tried Telegram yet? Read More
JBL has officially released the Everest series of wireless headphones, featuring five models of around-ear, on-ear and in-ear styles.
JBL releases Everest series wireless headphones with active noise cancellation Read More
Technology Will Save Us is a design-led company that makes kits to help people get more hands on with technology. Based in London, they offer DIY Gadget kits, activities and online resources that cater to anyone who wants to learn on things work. Founder and CEO Bethany Koby believes “Making things in the real world
Technology Will Save Us wants to help you get hands on with tech Read More
I currently have an Aukey two-port car charger with one Quick Charge 2.0 port. It charges my phone more quickly than conventional chargers and has been working wonderfully without problems. However, we have two phones in our family that support Quick Charge 2.0 so I have been on the lookout for an inexpensive dual port
Sweet deal on an Aukey Quick Charge 2.0 car charger with TWO Quick Charge USB ports Read More
I’ve been a T-mobile customer for all of 2015 because of no contracts, free music streaming, and free mobile hotspot all for a cheaper price than the AT&T contract that I was using previously. Today during the Uncarrier 10 Live Event, T-mobile announced Binge On which allows you to stream video free without having to
T-mobile introduces Binge On – free video streaming without using your data Read More
Two weeks ago everyone (including myself) was freaking out about the Nexus 6P bend video that was posted on BGR.com. Last year people were going nuts about the iPhone 6 bending problem. Have you ever wondered where the bend test idea originated from in the first place? Who was the first person to test for
Where did the gadget bend test come from? Read More
As a kid, I loved almost all things glow-in-the-dark. The Zulu bicycle from Pure Fix Cycles is a glow-in-the-dark bicycle that I would have loved to have owned. The paint is solar-activated and just one hour in the sun will give you about one hour of nighttime glow. This is a single speed bicycle that
Zulu is a cool glow-in-the-dark bicycle Read More
We’re already one week into November with only 54 days left in 2015. Crazy right? If the fact that this year is almost over is freaking you out as much as it is me, I have a nice stress reducer for you. It’s a list of all the reviews, news and articles that we posted