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I’ve taken my shots at Bluetooth over the years, but even I have to admit, it’s getting better all the time. As Bluetooth matures and improves, so do the speakers and headphones that incorporate it. Pendulumic (say that fast five times) makes wireless Bluetooth headphones exclusively. And since they do only that, Pendulumic claims that […]
Pendulumic headphones: This is Bluetooth? Read More
A couple of days ago, we told you about a pen that holds a toolbox-worth of tools inside. This pen carries extra power for your mobile gadgets inside. The Smartphone Power Boost Pen is the backup battery for people who like to carry the absolute minimum of gear. To charge your device, just pop the cap
This pen carries power for your mobile gadgets Read More
Even though it may seem like smartphones have replaced wristwatches as our main time pieces, there are many people who still enjoy or need to wear a standalone watch on their wrist. That doesn’t mean you can’t combine some high tech features into that wristwatch though. Here are a few gift ideas for the watch fans
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When does a Bluetooth speaker cease to be a Bluetooth speaker? Actually, it never does cease to be Bluetooth, but maybe it can cease to sound like Bluetooth. Anyway, that’s the idea behind RIVA’s Turbo X Bluetooth speaker. The Turbo X is a mobile Bluetooth speaker for inside the home, outdoors by the pool or
RIVA turbo-charges Bluetooth audio with the Turbo X Read More
Being able to read incoming SMS messages on your Google Android Wear smartwatch comes in handy when your phone is in your bag or pocket. But if you want to send a quick reply through the watch, your only option has been to have your dictated voice message converted into text. Some people don’t like to
Coffee is the first touch-based messaging app for Google’s Android Wear Read More
The Pawcet is an outdoor drinking fountain for your dog. Attach a standard garden hose, and all Phideaux has to do is step on the Pawcet to get a drink of fresh water. No more worrying that the water bowl will get turned over while you’re at work! The Pawcet is $24.99 at Quirky.
Give your dog a Pawcet for the holidays Read More
Hang The Butler on the wall in your foyer or mudroom, and he’ll be at the ready to hold your gear when you get home. The top is made to hold you wallet and keys. Slide the walnut strip to the side, and a Samsung Galaxy or iPhone (up to 5.5″ tall x 2.9″ wide x
The Butler will hold your phone, wallet, and keys for you Read More
Panny is a keychain replacement that prevents your keys from scratching the other items you carry in your pocket. Your keys fit inside compartments in the thin plastic case; you’ll pull the key out of the compartment to use it. You can attach a “string and shackle” to the Panny so you can attach your
Panny is the next generation keychain Read More
This Multi Function Pen carries twelve tools inside its aluminum-alloy casing. It has an awl, short and long cutting blades, wire stripper or nail/staple remover, Phillips head and flat head screwdrivers, saw, stainless steel file, scraper, tweezers, a stainless fork, and even a writing pen. It fits in your pocket and functions as a normal
This pen carries a toolbox-worth of tools inside Read More
Back in July Andy told us about Bellroy’s new line of Elements wallets. Made of leather, these wallets are designed to be water-resistant for on the go active people. Now Bellroy has added another wallet to this range. It’s the Phone Pocket, which includes the same features as their original Elements wallets such as a
Bellroy adds the Phone Pocket to their range of Elements wallets Read More
Here’s a perfect holiday gift for the Star Wars fan in your life. The Death Star Bluetooth Speaker sits on an acrylic stand and measures 4.5″ in diameter and stands 6″ tall. It’s frequency response is 100Hz to 16,000Hz, and it produces 3W of power (1%THD). It’s compatible with Bluetooth 1.1, 1.2, 2.0, and 2.1+EDR enabled devices and
That’s no moon! That’s a Bluetooth speaker! Read More
If you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of wanting a glass of wine but the one you want isn’t at the proper serving temperature, you don’t have to resign yourself to an improperly served beverage. You can chill and aerate a serving of wine as you pour it with the Icecap. Keep the Icecap
Aerate and chill wine as you pour it with the Icecap Read More
Sure, digital photos are great, but sometimes it’s nice to have an actual paper print of that image. Photo prints are a great way to decorate your workspace, and instant printouts make a great party favor. With the Fujifilm INSTAX Instant Smartphone Printer, you’ll be ready to print out a photo at any moment. The INSTAX
Shake it like a Polaroid with the Fujifilm INSTAX Instant Smartphone Printer Read More
If you spend a lot of time outdoors, working or playing, you’ll find the Bushnell Mini SolarWrap a useful product for keeping your phone charged. The SolarWrap is 18.25″ X 4.3″, but it rolls up into a small cylinder only 1.25″ in diameter to fit into your gear bag or pocket. Unfurl it and hang
Bushnell Mini SolarWrap keeps your phone charged through the longest hikes Read More
For vloggers and narcissists there’s probably nothing worse than having your GoPro camera run out of juice right in the middle of a selfie video recording session. One solution to this first world problem is the PowerPole battery-integrated GoPro extension pole from Polar Pro Filters. The PowerPole was a recently successfully funded crowdfunded project on
PowerPole is a extension pole and backup battery for your GoPro Read More
The LidsLash from Common Sense Inventions Inc. is an easy to use clip that can attach to almost any hat to hold your sunglasses in place when you’re not wearing them. Instead of putting your glasses over your hat only to have them fall on the ground when you bend over, the LidsLash uses rare
LidsLash makes sure your sunglasses don’t fall off your cap Read More
Most of the charging bags we’ve featured on The Gadgeteer have been small clutches, just big enough to hold your phone and maybe a credit card or two and not much else. They might work as a “go to lunch” bag, but you’ll probably need to put the charging case in a bigger bag that
This charging bag is big enough to hold more than just your phone Read More
Monday through Sunday we bring you a nice assortment gadget related news and reviews. If you don’t visit every day, our weekly roundup posts on Saturday night help you catch up by providing a full listing of all the articles that we’ve posted during the past 7 days. Click through to view the list.
Tire pressure monitor, turn your iPhone into a security camera and more – Weekly roundup Read More
Just because you may be north of the equator, that doesn’t mean you’re more knowledgeable or have better taste in the world of audio. Case in point: Audiofly. These chaps from down under (that would be Australia) have been cranking out reasonable priced, yet highly regarded earphones for a few years. Now Audiofly is reaching
Audiofly reaches for the stratosphere with their Performance earphones Read More
One of these Star Wars Bowling Bag Style Purses would be a great holiday gift for the female Star Wars fan in your life. These officially-licensed bags are made of 90% polyurethane / 10% polyester. They have four metal feet to protect the bottom of the bag, and the interior has two pouches for organization. The
The perfect handbag for the female Star Wars fan Read More