News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
When I first saw the OnSlot On-Hot Shoe Cleaner I was confused because I didn’t know there was such a huge problem with dirty hot shoes on our cameras. But then I read the product description and learned that the hot shoe is just a place to store the OnSlot when you’re not using it. […]
OnSlot is a screen cleaner that stores on your camera’s hot shoe Read More
Hammacher Schlemmer proports to have the only lap desk that can charge your iPad and iPhone simultaneously. The desk has an easel to support your tablet and phone; it’s adjustable to nine different angles, so you can find the perfect viewing angle. The legs are also adjustable to three positions, so you’ll find the perfect
Charge your tablet with your lap desk Read More
It’s important to have your monitor at the proper angle to improve your working posture and reduce strain. There are a lot of monitor stands on the market, but these wooden ones from Grovemade are perhaps the most elegant I’ve seen. The Monitor Stand is a sculptural piece that can hold up to 200 pounds,
Wooden desk accessories elevate your computer to a new level Read More
There have been many minimal wallets and iPhone wallets featured on The Gadgeteer, but they are usually for men or unisex. This iPhone wallet is for women who can’t count on their clothing having a handy pocket to hold the iPhone wallet. The Libby from Bandolier is made of pebbled black leather; it covers the
A minimal iPhone wallet for women Read More
Grovemade makes handmade leather and wood accessories, and they have recently announced the addition of wood and leather watches. They say their Wood Watches allow “for the observance of time in a more natural essence.” They are available in Eastern Hardrock Maple or Oregon Claro Walnut faces; both versions have stainless steel casings. The walnut is available with a
Grovemade introduces a beautiful line of watches Read More
We have lava lamps, anyway. ThinkGeek has a pair of Star Wars Motion Lamps that look like the hilts of light sabers. One looks like the hilt of Luke Skywalker’s ROTJ hilt with blue lava-like wax; the other looks like Darth Vader’s Empire hilt with red lava-like wax. Each is 18″ tall, with a 4 3/4″ diameter base. Because they
Come to the Dark Side. We have lava… Read More
Summer has arrived and to me that means time to play golf. As a golfer I am always looking for ways to improve my game, so the Garmin Approach S6 GPS golf watch is a product that interests me. Garmin is known for its GPS systems and has a significant presence in the golf course
Change your golf game with the Garmin Approach S6 Read More
The Pelican ProGear Vault Series Case for iPad mini is as versatile as it’s strong. The case has rubber edge seals to block out rain, snow and dust; an elastomeric copolymer rubber interior to absorb impact forces; an optical-grade glass camera lens cover; and waterproof Gore-Tex membrane covers over the microphone and speakers to protect without impacting
This case adds more than just a pretty face to your iPad mini Read More
Several years ago, a terrible storm in Greensboro knocked down a pine tree across the street from us. The pine took down the power lines, which lit the tree on fire and caused the most incredible noises as the line arced and jumped around. I knew just where my flashlight was, but was dismayed to
This Buddy will protect you from the dark Read More
Last week I posted an article about two of my Cummins Inc. co-workers who had integrated a Nexus 7 tablet into the dash of their vehicles. Since posting that article, I’ve become a little obsessed with figuring out a solution for my MINI Cooper that doesn’t involve replacing the stock radio or any other extreme mods
Qi wireless charger + Car = I want Read More
Super 8 movie cameras and players are going the way of the dinosaur, if they haven’t already gone. The time is now to convert that pile of movies that you or your parents have laying around. With the Super 8 to Digital Video Converter, you can convert them yourself, without having to search for a
Convert your old Super 8 movies to digital video Read More
The Beats Station from iSkelter is a display stand to hold your headphones safely off your desk until you need them. It also has a slot to hold your iPhone or iPod. The stand is handmade in the USA of bamboo, so it’s eco-friendly. It will begin shipping on June 30, and iSkelter is taking
A stand for your headphones and phone Read More
In a recent blog post, Google has announced that they are launching Made with Code, an initiative to inspire girls to code. The program will include coding projects such as programming and designing a 3D printed bracelet, collaborations with organizations such as Girl Scouts of America, and investing $50 million dollars over the next three years for
Google’s Made with Code Read More
The folks at MPOWERD were inspired to create their LED lantern after the earthquake in 2010 left Haiti devastated and in the dark. They developed Luci, a tiny but powerful solar-powered lantern that can provide light and safety to people worldwide. You can keep one in your emergency preparedness kit or in your camping gear.
Luci is a solar-powered LED lantern Read More
Juice boxes are convenient for packing in a child’s lunch or for taking along on trips, but what they contain probably isn’t your first pick for feeding to your child. Those juice boxes often contain beverages that are more sugar than anything else, so they aren’t nutritious. Those flimsy cardboard boxes that can seem like
Serve your kids a better drink in a better drink box Read More
Most of us take a lot for granted. We give almost zero thought to holding a spoon or fork, scooping up a bite of food, lifting it to our mouth and eating. It’s something we all do multiple times every single day. It’s a no-brainer. But for people who suffer from Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s
Liftware gives those with hand tremors a better experience at meal time Read More
I’ve tried to learn to play guitar a couple of times in my life, and I’ve learned a few things. 1) When you’re only five feet tall, holding an acoustic guitar feels like clasping a baby grand piano to your chest. 2) Electric guitars are heavy, and you must have a strap to help you hold
Comfortable, neoprene straps for almost any musical instrument you can think of Read More
Happy first day of Summer! If you’ve been outside all week, you might have missed some of our posts which is obviously not a good thing for you or us. To help you out, here’s a list of everything we’ve posted in the last week. There’s a lot of good stuff here including a review of
Speakers and cameras and car mods oh my – Weekly roundup Read More
Hockey season is over and you’re jonesing for some stick time, but the temperature outside could melt steel let alone your backyard ice rink. Hat Trick BBQ has the solution to get that stick back in your hands, or at least part of a hockey stick. Hat Trick BBQ has come up with a concept
It’s easy to score with Hat Trick BBQ tools Read More
If you like falling asleep to the sound of a fan but don’t want the air flow from an actual fan, the LectroFan is for you. The LectroFan is a small white box (4.4″ X 4.4″ X 2.2″, 14 ounces) that can produce 20 masking sounds to help you sleep better. In addition to 10
This sound generator produces white noise or fan sounds Read More