Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
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
REVIEW – I recently mentioned in one of my Gadgeteer Video Podcast episodes that I’m on a quest to find the perfect mechanical keyboard (for me). The newest mechanical keyboard that I’ve been testing is the iFlytek T8 mechanical keyboard from Whatgeek. Not to spoil the whole review, but I really enjoy this keyboard, but
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REVIEW – I’ve reviewed several dashcams in the past, some were a single-camera, and some were dual cameras, but never a three-camera dashcam. The VANTRUE Element 3 dashcam came up for review, and I thought it was time to upgrade. It was well worth the installation effort; read on to find out why! What is
REVIEW – If you create video content for yourself or maybe you have a YouTube channel like I do, there are 2 things other than video quality that you need to pay attention to in order to make your video as good as it can be. One thing is lighting and the other thing is
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REVIEW – Burning toast is a minor inconvenience. Said toast filling the kitchen with smoke is a bigger problem. The same toast setting your house on fire can be catastrophic. Nip that in the bud with a great, connected smoke alarm like X-Sense’s XS03-WX! What is it? The X-Sense XS03-WX WiFi Smoke Alarm is a
REVIEW – If you have an iPad Pro, you’ll want to learn more about the PITAKA PitaFlow tablet system. Ready, set, let’s go! What is it? The PITAKA PitaFlow for Tablet is a collection of iPad Pro (or iPad mini) accessories such as cases, chargers, and stands that all work together to make tablet life
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REVIEW – While 3D printers have gotten more popular as prices have come down and the technology has advanced I haven’t seen quite the same rise in the popularity of laser engravers. As more affordable and versatile engravers hit the market though their popularity might be catching up to that of their 3D printing cousins.
REVIEW – Sometimes it’s nice to be able to add a decorative light source to an area in your home without needing to worry if there’s a power outlet nearby. For those times, a rechargeable LED lamp like the Power Beauty LED Table Lamp is a potential option. They sent me 2 of their LED
Power Beauty LED Table Lamp review – An accent light for indoors or out Read More
REVIEW – The Thrunite Archer Pro is a 1022-lumen pocketable, rechargeable flashlight making it an EDC-friendly option for those of us who like to be prepared. It’s bright and lightweight. Will this complete your dream EDC pocket loadout? Is it worth the price of admission into the land of Thrunite’s product lineup? Well, keep reading
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REVIEW – When I was sent the ERX earphones by Drop+Etymotic (built by Etymotic, tuned by Drop), my first thought was how much they would sound like just another pair of Etymotic earphones. Or would they have their own personality? Let me back up a bit. I’ve reviewed a few Etymotic earphones—and liked them for
Drop+Etymotic ERX In-ear Monitors review – Accurate to a fault Read More
REVIEW – As a part of the ongoing remodeling of my basement, I have included some of the latest technology including current business Access Points, Smart Switches and Dimmers, and a host of other technology gadgets. All of the smart switches that I have installed are in the form of conventional-looking toggle switches that connect
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REVIEW – The HOKOLITE Runner Bright Light is really bright for night running or riding. The main COB (chip on board) LED light modes are built into the yellow LED set which is on the larger, flat side of the light. There is a hat light built into a thin side of the light and
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REVIEW – Core workouts are important, but they’re rarely what most people would call “fun.” Enter the Plankpad Pro plank and balance board! This device pairs a dedicated planking device with an app that provides a combination of workouts, challenges and interactive games you can use to build that core strength. Does it rip? To
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REVIEW – The Midland WR400 Weather Alert Radio is a desktop weather alerting radio that also plays AM/FM radio and can serve as a wake-up alarm. The size and design of the WR400 are perfect for bedside or any indoor use, but choose your alert type carefully if you live with others. The 85 dB
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REVIEW – I use my smartphone all day long, and always have the need to recharge it or top up the charge. When I am at my media workstation, I hate having to plug my phone in to charge it and usually I opt for a wireless charger of some sort. Using a conventional wireless
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REVIEW – Have you ever felt like you don’t drink enough water? You’re not alone – dehydration can make us feel hungry, tired, and worse. I have even noticed that my blood sugar levels are higher when I’m not drinking enough water. Could drinking electrolyzed water be even better than drinking ordinary tap water? Well,
WEO water bottle review – Electrolyzes your water for potential added health benefits Read More