News about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
Over a year ago, Janet told us about BHEESTIE Bags, an easy to use product that has powerful water absorbing beads which they claim are 700% more effective than home remedies (rice anyone?) for drying out water logged electronic devices in 48-72 hours. Now through November 7th Bheestie Bags is offering a 20% discount sales […]
BHEESTIE wants to help dry out your storm damaged gadgets Read More
Last week I told you about the SBU (Self Balancing Unicycle) which was featured on the TV show Shark Tank. Now I give you yet another unicycle style urban vehicle. The iGo EcoBoomer features a max speed of 13.5MPH and 19 miles per charge. Priced at $1,895.00, the iGo looks easier to ride than the SBU as
iGo EcoBoomer – Another Segway alternative Read More
This little Motion Activated Talking Yoda Sentry from Hammacher Schlemmer stands armed and ready to protect your gear. When he detects motion, his lightsaber illuminates and he says one of his six phrases, such as “still much to learn you have” or “a disturbance in the Force there is.” He’s made of plastic, stands 9″ tall x
Have Yoda stand guard over your gear Read More
Guitarists who perform live (and even those who don’t) are always on the look out for new ways to attach an extra pick to their instruments. When you’re playing music in front of people and accidentally drop your pick, you can’t take time to search around for another one in the middle of a tune.
Wedgie – A handy guitar pick holder instead of a bad high school memory Read More
Speed and distance are the two factors that are going to make or break electric motorcycles. Hanebrink has just announced their X5, which is capable of speeds up to 80 MPH (128 KMH ). Aimed at the sports bike enthusiast rather than the commuter, it’s powered by 4 Li-Ion cells with a 14 gear transmission.
Hanebrink X5 – Electricity at 80MPH Read More
The TiBolt is the latest writing instrument seeking funding through Kickstarter. Designed by Brian Fellhoelter, this is an American made pen constructed from stone washed Titanium. We’ve seen Titanium pens before, but this one has a very interesting mechanism to extend the ink tip. Instead of a standard clicky cap, the TiBolt has a sliding
TiBolt – US made Titanium pen with bolt mechanism Read More
If remote controlled helicopters, planes and cars no longer give you a thrill, you should check out the NanoBlimp from Plantraco. This tiny blimp kit comes with a standard party balloon and a gondola that has 3 motors/propellers that you can control for navigation. Also included is a two-stick proportional transmitter/charger and 10 latex balloons.
NanoBlimp takes your RC skills to the next level Read More
Love karaoke but can’t sing at work ? Think you’re a gun typist ? Typing Karaoke is a game that merges the two together. Choose from 10 songs like LMFAO’s Sexy and I Know It or Stray Cat’s Rock This Town and type along. Choose a slow song to warm up your vocal … ummm
Typing Karaoke – Rock on Read More
I’m sitting here waiting for UPS to deliver my iPad mini, and I’ve been Googling cases for it while I wait. I expected to find a variety of cases, but I can’t say I expected to find keyboard cases for such a small device. Well, ZAGG has two keyboard cases for the iPad mini: the
ZAGG introduces two new keyboard cases for the iPad mini – the MINI 7 and MINI 9 Read More
If you need a jump start on your holiday shopping, ThinkGeek has you covered. At least for the geeks on your list. They are having a sale of up to 75% off on a huge selection of fun gifts (over 400 items last time I checked). The sale items include selected T-shirts, DIY kits, action
ThinkGeek up to 75% off sale Read More
Gmail’s been my primary email since the days when people were still bartering things just to get an invite to the beta. 🙂 Since those days, there’s been a number of updates to the web interface. Google has recently put up a list of upcoming changes for the next few months, and you can preview one
New Gmail Compose window(s) – preview it before it’s released Read More
Mophie has introduced new, white versions of their Powerstation backup batteries that will be available exclusively from Apple stores and Apple.com. All three versions of the Powerstation are available in white. Shown from left to right are the Powerstation Mini, Powerstation, and Powerstation Duo. (Click for a larger view.) The Powerstation Mini ($59.95) has a 2500mAh
Mophie introduces White Juice Pack Powerstations, exclusively at Apple Read More
The PAK personal accessories kit isn’t exactly a gadget, but it could be an important part of your everyday carry kit. There are three sizes – the Original, Mini, and Micro – that are packed with an assortment of things that you might need on a daily basis or in an emergency. Each kit comes
Add a PAK to your EDC kit Read More
I love my X-Mini II Capsule and Max II Capsule speakers and X-Mini has just released upgrades to both these lines. Both the new mono UNO and the stereo MAX now come with ceramic tweeters which produce a wider frequency range covering higher and lower sounds and battery life has been increased up to 18 hours on
X-Mini UNO and MAX – New “Sound Beyond Size” Read More
Earlier this year, I reviewed Col. Littleton’s No. 1943 Navigator Briefcase, which I continue to use daily to carry around my gear. There is not a week that goes by that I do not receive at least one compliment about how nice/gorgeous my bag is. That being said, the Colonel has recently announced a sibling
Colonel Littleton’s New No. 1942 Attaché Read More
The ONE{DOCK} is a customizable docking station for Apple and Samsung devices such as the iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4, 4S, 5, Samsung Galaxy I, II, III and Nexus. Currently seeking $90,000 funding from Kickstarter, this dock is machined from solid aluminium (weight: 0.8lbs), bead blast and anodized. Plastic inserts are included that will allow you
ONE{DOCK} to rule them all Read More
What do you do with your headphones when you aren’t wearing them? Stick them in a drawer? Throw them on your desk? If you’ve invested in expensive headphones, you’ll probably want a better way of storing them when you aren’t using them, and something more convenient than having to constantly store and remove them from
The Just Mobile HeadStand – a product you didn’t know you needed until you saw it Read More
The Easy Transfer Cable for Windows 8 from Belkin will do just that – make transferring data to your new Windows 8 PC a snap. The 8-ft long cable comes with Microsoft Easy Transfer software (on CD). You simply insert the CD in the old computer and launch the transfer utility, then put the CD
Easily transfer data from your old PC to your new Windows 8 PC with this Belkin cable Read More
The iRock is a Swiss designed wooden rocking chair. It looks like a class rocking chair until you take a closer look and start noticing some very un-traditional features. There are speakers built into the headrest area and an iPad / iPhone holder attached to one of the arm rests. But the really cool feature
iRock is not your Grandpa’s rocking chair Read More
Can’t find a camera person willing to film all your heroic exploits? SOLOSHOT has you covered. The SOLOSHOT sits between your camera and tripod (included) and uses a wireless waterproof armband to track its subject. It’s capable of rotating 360 degrees with a maximum pan speed of 40 degrees per second. Range is up to
SOLOSHOT – Get yourself in the action Read More