Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – There’s an old saying from author Margaret Wolfe Hungerford in 1878, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” Nothing proves her quote more accurately than the Trettitre TreSound1 Bluetooth speaker. Love it or loathe it, it’s a sight to behold. What is it? The Trettitre TreSound1 is a cone-shaped table-top Bluetooth speaker […]
Trettitre TreSound1 HiFi Bluetooth speaker review – It demands to be seen Read More
REVIEW – Ultra-portable projectors, like the EZCast Beam J4A projector, have seen many uses through the years. First, they helped meetings to occur anywhere without regard for existing AV. Then, during COVID, they were used for entertainment and displays during socially distanced gatherings. I have one to review – Read on to see what I
EZCast Beam J4A projector review – my mini module makes mega movies! Read More
REVIEW – Years ago I had a Kensington trackball mouse and I loved it. But, because this was in the late ’90s / early ’00s, it grew long in the tooth, and I wanted something different once it died on me. Jump forward to the 21st century and I found myself looking into trackballs again
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REVIEW – Gadgeteers love their everyday carry (EDC) gear. Here’s an entry to consider – the newly upgraded Baton 3 Pro Max flashlight from Olight. This is an upgraded version of the Baton 3 Pro that Lex reviewed in September 2022. Let’s take a look and see if this deserves a coveted spot in your
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max flashlight review – big light from a little package Read More
REVIEW – Do you shop for a new case for your phone or tablet only to realize that 90% of the cases on the market are boring and look the same? If you like variety, you’re going to love CASETiFY cases. They sent me 2 cases for my iPad Pro and without completely summing up
CASETiFY iPad Pro Ultra Impact Case review – More choices than you can imagine! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – What is a must-have feature of your multi-tool? Scissors? Spring-loaded pliers? A knife? The NexTool Gemini 13-in-1 electric multi-tool has all that, and it also has… a built-in electric bit driver! Let’s check it out. What is it? The NexTool Gemini is a 13-in-1 electric multi-tool made of stainless steel with a built-in
NexTool Gemini 13-in-1 electric multi-tool review – this multi-tool has a secret power Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I consider myself a minimalist, so I don’t need to carry a huge bag filled with a bunch of things I don’t need or won’t use on my short adventures. In 2021, I reviewed the bolstr Small Carry and AUX Pocket bags (pouches?) and have continued to use the AUX Pocket when
bolstr AUX Sling review – a minimalist EDC 3-in-1 bag Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – In high school and college I spent a lot of my free time playing Traveller, a science fiction role-playing game (RPG). As it turns out, Traveller is one of the inspirations for Starset, a new RPG written by Josiah Mork that is currently being crowdfunded on Kickstarter. The setting style is known
Starset: the Great Dimming – A Grimdark Tabletop RPG System Read More
REVIEW – I make a large mug of hot tea every single morning which I carry down to my basement office. I’m a sipper, not a chugger, so my large 22 oz mug of tea cools off quickly. That means I trudge up the stairs at least 2 times to rewarm the tea in the
VOBAGA Cup Warmer review – Keep your cuppa coffee or tea warmer for longer Read More
REVIEW – Most of us drink coffee from a good old electric drip coffee maker. But if you are into specialty coffee and enjoy the ritual of the brew as much as the taste (and caffeine!), then a gooseneck kettle is necessary. True coffee aficionados prepare coffee not with a drip coffee maker, but with
Maestri House Electric Gooseneck Kettle review – hot water, with a few extras Read More
REVIEW – Solar generators have become very popular in the past few years. Following closely behind is the popularity of solar panels. The efficiency has increased, providing more usability and applications for the use of solar generators. I had a chance to check out the ALLPOWERS 400W Portable Solar Panel; read on to find out
ALLPOWERS 400W Portable Solar Panel review – More Power! Read More
REVIEW — The beach. It’s one of those places everyone wants to go to enjoy the sun, but once you get there, at some point you wind up missing the shade. I have used many canopies over the years, but I’ve never seen one as light and portable as the Shibumi Beach Shade. They call
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REVIEW – Can the WindTrace Smart Automatic Pill Dispenser accurately automate the often times complex task of scheduling prescription medications throughout the day? In short, yes and no. Read on for a more complete answer to that question. What is it? The WindTrace Smart Automatic Pill Dispenser is exactly what it claims to be, an
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REVIEW – The Chargeasap Zeus 270W GaN USB-C Charger is currently a Kickstarter project with only a few days left for what they tout as the world’s first and smallest to provide 270W of power with USB-C. I got to review a pre-production model and was hoping this could replace all the extra charging blocks
REVIEW – After reviewing their 3-in-1 medieval weapon, JMBricklayer offered me a chance to review another building block set that they sell. I gladly accepted their gracious offer and decided to build their Medieval Lighthouse. This massive set arrived just before Christmas, which gave me the perfect opportunity to spend a couple days putting it