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mophie has introduced a new juice pack protective battery case for the LG G4 smartphone. The hardshell case is made of polycarbonate, and it has a raised bezel around the front edge to protect your screen from scratches. Its 3450mAh battery has enough power for an 80% battery recharge for the LG G4. Like other mophie battery […]
mophie announces a new juice pack battery case for the LG G4 Read More
The Backhand Rider cases from Kimovations will get your motor running as you head out on the highway (sorry, I couldn’t resist). They are wearable phone cases that can hold most 5 inch long smartphones including the iPhone 4, 5s, Samsung S4 mini Moto E, Samsung Prevail and more. These cases have been designed to
An iPhone case that is born to be wild Read More
After almost 18 years, The Gadgeteer finally has a stand alone app! As of today you can download and install The Gadgeteer Android app from the Google Play store. Don’t worry iPhone and iPad peeps, an iOS version will also be available very soon. It is still going through Apple’s approval process. The Android app has the same
The Gadgeteer, there’s an app for that! Read More
The TRU VIRTU Wallet Oyster Series is made of aluminum, so it can block RFID scanners from reading your cards. It’s a clamshell-style wallet that measures about 3.8″ X 2.7″ X 1″, but it has room for cards and receipts in one compartment and cash and coins in a second. Each compartment has its own button
Discover the virtues of the TRU VIRTU Wallet Read More
Tokyoflash Japan’s newest watch is another in their line of wood watches. The Kisai Logo Wood LCD Watch is available in maple with a mirror LCD display, dark sandalwood with a blue LCD, or red sandalwood with a black LCD; all choices have a metallic strap. The always-on display indicates the hour with a block
Tokyoflash Japan introduces the Kisai Logo Wood Read More
Everyone knows what headphones are and that they are usually not the most fashionable things you can wear. As headphones become an everyday accessory for many, the company Frends decided to cater to the female half of society with headphones that pay as much attention to fashion as they do to audio. Frends has a
Hear some Frends with benefits Read More
While not an electronic device, this kitchen item will appeal to the dragon-loving gadgeteers. The Dragon Cake Pan holds just a little less than 2 boxes of cake mix or a bundt cake mix. It’s molded to look like a scaly dragon curled around three eggs. The pan is made of heavy aluminum alloy, is
ThinkGeek gives you the tools to make your own dragon Read More
The ZAGG HD Apple Watch Screen Protector is made of a proprietary film that ZAGG says is “exceptionally clear, unbelievably thin, and virtually indestructible, the InvisibleShield HD offers advanced clarity and a glass-like surface to accentuate the sharp images and vibrant colors in the most advanced gadget displays.” The film was designed to protect military helicopter
ZAGG offers HD screen protectors for the Apple Watch Read More
I’m locked in a constant struggle with my earbuds–they just fall out of my ears. I’ve lost count of how many aftermarket earbuds with all sorts of tips I’ve tried out over the years. Evidently there are others who struggle with similar issues, because Comply Foam Tips makes a variety of earphone tips for people
Comply Foam Tips help customize your earphone fit Read More
Moms often end up carrying a lot of stuff for other family members, so her bag can be heavy, messy, and hard to find things in. A Keyport Slide 2.0 keychain alternative could at least organize and lighten her keychain. In a small plastic box about the size of a pack of TicTacs, she can
Give Mom an organized keyring for Mother’s Day Read More
The Lumo Lift Posture and Activity Coach does things that normal fitness trackers do, like count your steps, distance, and calories. The Lift has an extra benefit, though. You wear the Lift on your shoulder, and it monitors your posture and gives you feedback to help you improve your posture. When you sit, stand, walk,
This fitness tracker from Lumo helps you improve your posture, too Read More
Why buy an ordinary Bluetooth speaker when you can buy one that is a life sized replica of Iron Man’s head. The MARVEL Iron Man Mark XLIII 1:1 Scale Bluetooth Speaker from Brando plays all your favorite tunes via Bluetooth, USB flash drive or 3.5mm audio cable. Pair it with your Bluetooth enabled mobile device,
Iron Man sings all your favorite tunes Read More
Handcrafted, American-made products seems to be increasing in popularity in recent years, alongside military and firearm-inspired products and gear. High Caliber Craftsman sits at the nexus of this space, producing writing instruments and other items that are hand made from actual ammunition casings. With various calibers, finishes, coatings, colors and materials such as cerakote, carbon fiber, nickel
High Caliber Craftsman turns bullet casings into durable, elegant writing instruments Read More
Opening my own Apple Watch Sport on Friday and watching other people’s unboxing videos made me realize something: not all charging stands introduced for the Apple Watch will work with all watchbands. For example, the Milanese Loop and the Link Bracelet won’t open completely to allow the watch to lay flat. That means those watches,
Charge your iPhone and your Apple Watch on the Griffin WatchStand Read More
Saturday night is the perfect time to catch up on all the news, reviews and articles that we posted this week on The Gadgeteer. There’s bound to be some posts that you didn’t get a chance to read earlier this week, so check out the full list after the break.
Earlier this week one of my friends from work stopped me at the water dispenser to tell me that he had something to show me. A few minutes later he handed me his copy of the Kitchen Overlord Illustrated Geek Cookbook by Chris-Rachael Oseland. This hard cover cookbook reads like a comic book with recipes
The perfect cookbook for geeks like us Read More
Up until now, any Bluetooth or Airplay speakers were dependent on the device that was doing the streaming, whether it be a laptop, smartphone or desktop computer. It’s no big deal that the new, portable auris zwing portable speaker/boombox does that, but it will also do it independently of any device—as in all by itself.
Auris zwings in the 21st century Read More
Pocket tools come in many sizes and shapes these days, and are made of many exotic materials. So, what makes a pocket tool different? To me lately it has been size and weight. I have my fair share of “pocket tools” that are usually around the size of a credit card. That is great if
It’s a cinch to fix with a Pinch multi-tool Read More
As you may have heard, the Apple Watch starts being delivered tomorrow. As the delivery time approached, more and more apps were being announced for the Watch, and one of the latest announcements is the Misfit Minute fitness coaching app. Yes, it’s from the makers of the Misfit trackers, so it should be a welcome
Misfit announces the Misfit Minute fitness coaching app for Apple Watch Read More
Home Depot is offering a 2-pack of Philips 60W-equivalent Soft White A19 LED Light Bulbs for $4.97. These bulbs use 8.5W and produce 800 lumens of 2700K light. Philips says they use 85% less energy compared to a standard incandescent 60-Watt light bulb and cost about $1.02/year to use (assuming 3 hours of use/day at
Replace your existing bulbs with Philips LED bulbs for less than $3 per bulb Read More