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Thermacell Mosquito Repellent, Sumo bean bag chair, Polaroid ZIP photoprinter and more – Weekly roundup

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Happy weekend gadget fans! You know what time it is, it’s time to catch up on your favorite tech site’s (that’s us in case you didn’t know) news, reviews and articles from this past week. To make sure that you’re up to date on our latest gadget news and reviews, click through to see the […]

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RHA turns it up to 20 with the T20 in-ear headphone

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Reid Heath Acoustics (RHA) is a an audio company with a problem. They can’t seem to let a new earphone be their signature product for more than a few months before they come up with one that tops that. Don’t these guys ever rest? Apparently not, because their excellent T10 earphone released less than a

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Over-the-air charging of devices is the wave of the future

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Wireless charging is a popular feature on many of the mobile devices available today, but the future may be over-the-air charging. Companies like Energous are working on such technology now. They have developed a product called the WattUp wire-free charging system which involves using a transmitter and receiver. A WattUp transmitter, or Power Router, sends

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A 10,000 mAh portable battery that utilizes Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0

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I love the Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 technology on my Nexus 6 phone. It significantly decreases the amount of time I spend charging my phone which is something that I have grown accustomed to. I recently purchased the Aukey CC-T1 2-Port 30W USB Car Charger with Quick Charge 2.0 to be able to use this fast

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WaterField Designs launches PERALTA, a new women’s line of bags

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Popular San Francisco based bag and accessories maker WaterField Designs has recently created a new line of bags designed especially for women. The new line is called PERALTA and will start out by offering the Balani Backpack, the Etta accessory pouch and a leather key tether. The backpack which is made here in the USA

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FEBO is an engraver that uses the sunlight to power your creativity

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I remember using a magnifying glass as a kid to burn leaves or bugs or my brothers leg, but never did it occur to me that it could be used for art. FEBO is a crowdfunded project that has far exceeded its goal thus far.  The unique glass on top will harness the suns rays

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USB multimeters are an essential tool for every gadget owner

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Have you ever wondered why your cell phone is charging so slowly? Could it be an ill-suited wall charger, a bad mico-USB/lightning cable, or does your phone’s battery need replacing? Maybe you’ve wondered if there are truly any differences between different brands of micro-USB cables or how efficient your 10,000 mAh external battery charger is

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Keep your phone charged and your path lit with Cydekick

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If you’re cyclist and a gadget geek, I’ve found the perfect Kickstarter project for you. Cydekick is a generator you attach to your bike that allows you to power a high intensity LED headlight. Additionally, you can purchase a USB hub allowing you to charge a phone, GPS, or action camera. It works using electromagnetic

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MagKey keychain magnets, Summer Gadget Giveaway, Aervana Wine Aerator and more – Weekly roundup

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It’s time to take a break from mowing the yard so you can catch up on all the news, reviews and articles that have been posted on your favorite gadget website. Click through to see the full list of everything we’ve posted this past week.

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Give your grip a break with the Wingo iPad mini case

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I enjoy reading eBooks with my tablet, but after an hour or two, my hand will cramp from holding it. The Wingo case solves that problem for iPad mini owners by adding fold-out wings to the back of their case. The snap-on case is compatible with all of the current iPad mini models and snaps

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Bring your lights to life with style using this Frankenstein Light Switch Plate

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When watching movies or TV shows, I will sometimes see a character flip a big power switch and think to myself how fun it would be to do the same. Well, now it is possible. Nicksprints85 uses 3D printing to make such things as this Frankenstein Light Switch Plate, hence the switch plate is made

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Channel your inner samurai with the Tokyoflash Kisai Katana Link watch

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Tokyoflash is known for their unusual watches which require a learning curve in order to tell the time. When I saw their new Kisai Katana Link watch I was really surprised because at first glance it looks like a wristwatch with a traditional analog watch face. But upon closer inspection I discovered that the watch

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Electrohome’s Retro Clock Radio looks old school, but hides new school tech

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The Electrohome Retro Clock Radio is styled after the alarm clocks that our grandparents kept on their nightstands. Remember the actual bells on top that rang when the alarm went off? The Electrohome Retro Clock Radio may look like those clocks of yesteryear, but that’s where the comparison ends. This clock has a digital display

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Pixi multi-purpose ties help you keep it together

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  One of my biggest organizational battles around our home is with all of our cables. To organize them I usually end up using twist ties or velcro cable wraps that make the task take longer than it should. Cable ties are good for one use, so what if I just need to let out

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Be safe with the @DrinkMateBAC tiny breathalyzer for your iPhone

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This post has been sponsored by DrinkMate. When socializing and partying involves drinking alcohol, it should go without saying that it is important to stay safe. A designated driver is an obvious must-have, but even for those people who aren’t driving or people who drink alone, knowing their blood alcohol level can help prevent a

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