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SwitchBot Mini Plug review – Home automation plug pizazz at a pretty price!

REVIEW – Just a short time ago, home automation was a relatively big-dollar, time-consuming pursuit. Now SwitchBot has joined the race. At $10.19 from Amazon, adding these handy devices to control your home’s gadgetry is virtually a no-brainer! What is it? The SwitchBot Plug Mini is an app-controlled 120-volt device that turns switches an electrical […]

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Edifier NeoBuds Pro True Wireless Stereo Earbuds review – What’s not to like?

REVIEW – In late 2020, I reviewed the Edifier TWS NB2 wireless earbuds. I said then that they looked as good as they sound. Well, it’s 2022 and Edifier has upped the game with the NeoBuds Pro true wireless stereo earbuds. Edifier wisely carried over the handsome looks of the TWS buds while upgrading almost

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LEVOIT Vortex IQ 40 cordless stick vacuum review – the easiest vacuum I’ve ever used!

By Danny Welsch / May 21, 2022 / Reviews / Vacuum / 2 Comments

REVIEW – A cordless stick vac was not something I thought I’d ever need. We have a LIDAR-guided robot vacuum that handles the task a few times a week, a more traditional upright vacuum for deep cleaning, and an older corded hand-held vacuum for spot cleaning. So when the opportunity to review the Levoit cordless

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BALDR Portable Power Station 500W review

By Guanshan Fix / May 21, 2022 / Reviews / power station / 1 Comment

REVIEW – Living in the middle of nowhere means that you have to be self-sufficient. While I don’t live off the grid, large storms can easily knock out my power for hours. It isn’t bad enough that I need a backup generator but I still need to be able to charge phones and lanterns while

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Orico AT150 outdoor portable power station review – Maybe not pocketable, but packable and powerful

By Lex Strickland / May 20, 2022 / Reviews / Batteries and Chargers / 2 Comments

REVIEW – The Orico AT150 outdoor portable power station. Is it weatherproof? Well, no, but it is otherwise a nice power source for multiple, simultaneous device charging or operation. And it has an AC outlet so you can use your shaver on Zoom calls while you’re camping! We review some honkin’ big power stations around here

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JLab Audio GO Air Sport earbuds review

By Julian Perry / May 20, 2022 / Reviews / TWS earbuds / 2 Comments

REVIEW – No matter how many earbuds and headphones I buy or get for review, I am always intrigued by new designs and the possibility of getting something that fits my needs better than I could imagine. Each day when I walk the mile between the railroad station and my job, I am concerned that

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WALK-i-TASK treadmill desk review – add a desk to your treadmill!

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 20, 2022 / Reviews / Health and fitness, Standing Desk, treadmill, WFH / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Many of us are still working from home due to the pandemic. I recently retired from my day job with Cummins Inc after 34+ years, but I did WFH for 2 years and continue working full-time on The Gadgeteer. I know I sit for too long in front of a computer each day,

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VEVOR Heat Press machine review – unlimited t-shirts is a bad idea for me

By Matt Gregersen / May 19, 2022 / Reviews / Clothing, Crafts, Do-It-Yourself / 10 Comments

REVIEW – If you have ever tried to make custom shirts without a heat press, you’ll know how hard it is to get vinyl or inkjet-iron-on designs to successfully adhere. Success requires even pressure and the correct heat, which is where a device like the VEVOR Heat Press machine comes in. What is it? The

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Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure Dive Watch review – A magnificent timepiece built to withstand the modern Viking lifestyle

By Kenneth Woodham / May 19, 2022 / Reviews / Watches and Clocks / 3 Comments

REVIEW – The Vegvisir Adventure is a luxury dive watch by Gunhild, built in Heimdall’s workshop, right here in the US. What is it? The Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure is a unique dive watch with an Icelandic Viking flare. What’s in the box? Gunhild Vegvisir Adventure dive watch Tool for adjusting and maintaining the watch (I

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Drop + Grell TWS1X earbuds review – Audophile grade in-ear monitors

By Howard Sneider / May 19, 2022 / Reviews / TWS earbuds / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Drop has partnered with Axel Grell to create true wireless stereo (TWS) in-ear monitors (IEMs) that have fantastic sound characteristics. Like many TWS, these earbuds do much more than just reproduce sound, but how does it perform in these other areas? I have one to review. Read on to see what I think!

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Morphée sleep aid device review – Your keys to sleep and relaxation

By Alex Birch / May 18, 2022 / Reviews / Sleep / 3 Comments

REVIEW – Is good sleep evading you? Or maybe you wish it was easier to tune out with a meditation session? Sure, there are apps with soothing sounds and coaching, but the screen attached to the device needed to select and run those apps is kinda defeating the purpose. Morphée has a very different approach

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PECRON E1000 Portable Power Station and solar panel review

By Matt Gregersen / May 18, 2022 / Reviews / power station, Solar / 5 Comments

REVIEW – I’ve reviewed a handful of portable (and semi-portable) power stations over the years, and there are a couple of things I look for in a good power station now: good battery-to-price ratio ($1 per watt-hour of battery capacity has been the average going rate for a few years now), an informative display that

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Purivortex V1 air purifier review

By Cat Green / May 17, 2022 / Reviews / Air Filtration / 2 Comments

REVIEW – “A breath of fresh air”, might just be the complement of this decade. In these years of lockdowns, face masks, and Mother Nature’s grand vengeance of pollen, I think my air purifier has become my best friend. My current air purifying unit is HUGE; because of how it processes air for big spaces,

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Kwumsy K2 mechanical keyboard with 12.6″ touchscreen review – it’s not just a keyboard, it’s a monitor too!

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 17, 2022 / Reviews / mechanical keyboard, monitor / 16 Comments

REVIEW – Mechanical keyboards have become very popular due to their ability to be customized, but I bet you’ve not seen a mechanical keyboard like the one I’m going to show you today. Let’s take a look at the Kwumsy K2 mechanical keyboard with 12.6″ touchscreen. What is it? The Kwumsy K2 mechanical keyboard with

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Tronsmart Trip waterproof Bluetooth speaker review – the little speaker that could

By Zack Chongulia / May 16, 2022 / Reviews / Bluetooth speaker / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – I live in the Pacific Northwest where it rains, a lot. I try to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible and if you want to listen to some music while outside with others you need a waterproof speaker. Enter the Tronsmart Trip waterproof Bluetooth speaker. Let us see if it can hold up

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Rockspace 360º WiFi security camera review

By Michael Strange / May 16, 2022 / Reviews / security camera / 10 Comments

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REVIEW – Today more than ever, security is a big deal. One way to assure you and your property are protected is by using security cameras. The security camera I was using died after 2 years of good service. So I needed a replacement. I don’t necessarily live in a bad neighborhood, but I live

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Greentech pureAir Active HEPA+ with ODOGard Room air purifier review

By Julie Strietelmeier / May 16, 2022 / Reviews / Air Filtration / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Do you rely on air fresheners to mask everyday odors in your home from cooking, pets, etc? A better alternative for fresher/healthier air in your home is an air purifier. Today I’m going to show you the Greentech pureAir Active HEPA+ with ODOGard Room air purifier. Take a deep breath and read on.

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Scosche ThudBuds TWS Bluetooth earbuds review – good quality, affordable earbuds for an active lifestyle

By David Sheneman / May 15, 2022 / Reviews / TWS earbuds / 1 Comment

REVIEW – Headphones are some of the most personal devices we use, especially when they’re earbuds or in-ear style. What fits and sounds good to you may not be right for someone else. How do you know which ones to buy? Hopefully the reviews here at The Gadgeteer help. Scosche sent me a pair of

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Pit Command Commander and Talon review – quality fire pit tools

By James Garriss / May 15, 2022 / Reviews / Grilling / 4 Comments

REVIEW – Last year my wife and I did something that we’ve never done before: We built a paver patio next to the deck in our backyard. It’s not perfect, but we’re really happy with how it turned out. It’s an amazing place for us to unwind after a long day, grill some burgers, and

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SteelSeries Stratus+ gaming controller review – game anywhere!

By Greg Cleveland / May 15, 2022 / Reviews / Game controllers / Leave a Comment

REVIEW – Cloud gaming has given us the ability to play AAA games on our cell phones and tablets, but gaming with touch screen controls leaves a lot to be desired. The SteelSeries Stratus+ aims to solve this problem with an Android/PC gaming controller that incorporates a mount for a mobile phone, so you can

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