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Getting started with smart home security? Try Aqara’s simple, budget-friendly bundles

NEWS – If you’ve ever wanted smart home security without breaking the bank or your brain, Aqara’s latest products are worth looking into. Building a secure, connected home can sound intimidating, but the truth is, getting protection and convenience is easier than ever. Today, we’ll break down how you can use Aqara’s entry-level bundles to […]

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Only 7 days left to lock in the LiberNovo Omni early-bird price – It’s all time favorite chair!

NEWS – With only seven days remaining, the LiberNovo Omni Kickstarter campaign is closing in on the finish line, and it’s already a record-breaker. With over 8,000 supporters pledging more than $7 million, the Omni has become the highest-funded ergonomic chair in Kickstarter history. The campaign officially ends August 23, 2025, at 8:51 AM PDT

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Summer Fun Without Breaking the Bank? BLUETTI Makes It Easier

By Staff editor / August 11, 2025 / News / power station, Projector / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Summer’s here—ready for movie nights under the stars or some solo AR escape? Don’t worry about running out of power. BLUETTI teamed up with RayNeo and Yaber to make keeping your summer entertainment going super simple. Whether it’s family fun with an outdoor flick or diving deep into your AR world, these portable

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Silkland DP80 Cable – Amazon’s First VESA-Certified 6.6ft DisplayPort 2.1 Cable with 80Gbps Bandwidth

By Staff editor / August 10, 2025 / News / cables / 1 Comment

NEWS – If you’re searching for a future-proof DisplayPort 2.1 cable that’s built for uncompromising bandwidth and reliability, the Silkland DP80 deserves your attention. It’s not only rated for 80Gbps (UHBR20) transmission but also the first 6.6FT DP 2.1 80Gbps cable on Amazon with VESA certification, a mark of trust for serious gamers and professionals alike.

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A basketball hoop doubles as a TV for your dorm or bedroom!

By Julie Strietelmeier / August 8, 2025 / News / Sports / 1 Comment

NEWS – I would have loved having the huupe mini in my bedroom and I don’t even play basketball. This 22 x 17 inch backboard is a smart basketball hoop that will track your shots in various game modes. But it’s also a smart TV that you can use to stream your favorite shows or

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Here are some speakers for your Crocs because being a dork requires accessories

By Julie Strietelmeier / August 7, 2025 / News / Bluetooth speaker, Wacky / 3 Comments

NEWS – Croc fans who want to rock while they walk will get a chuckle when they see these tiny Bluetooth speakers from LEICEX. They are USB-C rechargeable and are only $16.99 for a pair from Amazon. I’m not a Croc hater. We have two pairs of them that are great for slipping on when

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Check out this power bank from OG of minimalist EDC wallets

By Julie Strietelmeier / August 4, 2025 / News / Batteries and Chargers / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Ridge, best known for their metal minimalist wallets, has a line of power banks. The Ridge Magnetic Power Bank features a 10,000mAh capacity, MagSafe connectivity, fast 15W wireless charging, and built-in Lightning and USB-C cables for 20W wired device charging. There’s also an Apple Watch charger in the center of the MagSafe connector.

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EcoFlow Trail Series power stations – a better way to power on the go

By Julian Perry / August 4, 2025 / News / power station / Leave a Comment

NEWS – EcoFlow has officially unveiled its new Trail Series—an ultra-compact, DC-only lineup of portable power stations designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts, with the initial two models, Trail 200 and Trail 300. The Trail Series sets itself apart from traditional portable power stations by eliminating the bulky AC inverter, resulting in devices up to 60%

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6 new products that are making my Gadgeteer senses tingle!

By Julie Strietelmeier / August 1, 2025 / News / EDC / Leave a Comment

NEWS – If you are anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for unique gear to keep your EDC game strong. This week, I’ve spotted some new Kickstarter campaigns that promise both fun and serious utility for your pocket or bag. I promise only to bring you info on products and gear that I

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Creality announces the Falcon A1 Pro 20W laser engraver

By Julie Strietelmeier / July 31, 2025 / News / engraver / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Creality Falcon, the high-performance laser engraving sub-brand from Creality, the global leader in accessible digital manufacturing tools, is once again set to redefine what’s possible in desktop laser engraving. Launching this August, the new Falcon A1 Pro engraver brings together 20W of professional-grade laser power, advanced automation, intelligent safety features, and a next-level user experience. Go Pro.

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Ultra-Mini Qi2 Magnetic Power Bank with Kickstand from Baseus is now available on Amazon

By Julie Strietelmeier / July 30, 2025 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Magsafe / 3 Comments

NEWS – Baseus has officially released the PicoGo AM31, a compact magnetic power bank designed for users who want a portable, fast-charging solution for their mobile devices. Featuring Qi2-certified 15W wireless charging 5000 mAh battery, a built-in kickstand, and dual-device support, the AM31 combines functionality and convenience in a remarkably small form factor. The AM31

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MILESEEY GenePro G1 Touchscreen & GPS Rangefinder – A pew pew satellite caddie in your pocket

By Garry Kolb / July 30, 2025 / News / golf / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Golf laser rangefinders are everywhere. Every day, there seems to be a new one on the market. Essentially, they are the same. One might be a little quicker to acquire the target. One might offer slope compensation. But when you boil it down, they all do the same thing. Mileseey, maker of all kinds

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Creality officially launches the Sermoon S1 Scanner – Precision meets versatility, now available with 15% off

By Staff editor / July 29, 2025 / News / 3d printing / 2 Comments

NEWS – Creality has officially launched its most advanced 3D scanner to date — the Sermoon S1 — a truly versatile, professional-grade scanner built for those who demand accuracy, speed, and adaptability across a wide range of scanning tasks. From automotive components to full-scale vehicles, from coins to human body scans, Sermoon S1 tackles it

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WURKKOS HD03- A Clip-On Light with RGB Colors & 680LM Max Output in A Pocket-Sized Form

By Staff editor / July 28, 2025 / News / EDC, Flashlight / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Finding a compact EDC flashlight that delivers serious brightness without eating up pocket space can be tricky. The WURKKOS HD03 solves this problem entirely, packing 680 lumens into a device roughly the size of your thumb. This little flashlight weighs just 49 grams with the battery included. Which makes it lighter than most

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A LEGO Game Boy? Yes please!

By Julie Strietelmeier / July 24, 2025 / News / LEGO, Nintendo / Leave a Comment

NEWS – My heart skipped a beat when I saw the new LEGO kit for the OG of handheld game consoles, the Game Boy. This is a kit for anyone who loves LEGO and retro gaming gear like the original Nintendo Game Boy. The kit includes 421 pieces that you’ll use to build a 1:1

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SALTGATOR debuts desktop soft-gel injection machine on Kickstarter – A game changer for makers

By Staff editor / July 22, 2025 / News / Crafts, Do-It-Yourself / Leave a Comment

NEWS – SALTGATOR Tech Inc., a Dickinson-based startup dedicated to accessible fabrication tools, is proud to announce the launch of its Kickstarter campaign for the SALTGATOR, the world’s first desktop soft-gel injection molding machine. Compact, safe, and remarkably versatile, SALTGATOR puts industrial-grade molding capabilities into the hands of everyday creators. Designed for desktops, workshops, or

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FOSSiBOT F107 Pro launches the world’s first rugged phone with Starlight Night Vision – See in the dark like it’s daylight!

By Staff editor / July 21, 2025 / News / Smartphone / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Today, FOSSiBOT launched the groundbreaking F107 Pro – the world’s first rugged professional smartphone equipped with a Starlight-grade Night Vision technology camera. Merging cutting-edge imaging, flagship performance, and military-grade durability, it redefines the boundaries of nighttime photography and wilderness communication, delivering an unparalleled experience for adventurers demanding extreme imaging and fearless exploration. Night

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9 cool EDC items that should be on your radar

By Julie Strietelmeier / July 19, 2025 / News / EDC / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Are you always on the hunt for cool new EDC gadgets? This week, I’ve found nine Kickstarter campaigns that are designed to bring fun, useful, and just plain awesome gear to your pocket or bag. From tools that do it all to pens and flashlights, these are some of the most exciting EDC

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The Cozyla Calendar+ 2 is a touchscreen digital calendar that can organize you and your family!

By Kathleen Chapman / July 18, 2025 / News / 6 Comments

NEWS – I recently came across the Cozyla Calendar+ 2, and it struck me as something that would be really useful for today’s busy families. This is an updated version of their Calendar+ device. This digital calendar works with iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows devices and syncs with Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, etc.

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Nex Playground – Play interactive games with your kids

By Kathleen Chapman / July 17, 2025 / News / games / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Remember the WII? It used your body movements to interact with their games using controllers. The Nex Playground is similar, only you don’t have to use controllers to interact with the Nex Playground games, so it’s more like the Xbox Kinect. All you need is your body. The Nex Playground is a device

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