Reviews

Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.

Nomad Base One Max MagSafe wireless charger review – It looks like Apple made this, but they didn’t

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REVIEW – When style matters to you, luxury accessories for your favorite gadgets can be a fun (although pricey) purchase. Today I want to show you the Nomad Base One Max MagSafe wireless charger. It falls into both luxury and pricey categories. Is this fancy wireless charger worth the price? Let’s find out. What is […]

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OTD L2-H Electric Scooter review – solid all around scooter

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REVIEW – When OTD offered to send over their latest L2-H electric scooter for review, I’m not sure what I was expecting. I’ve ridden scooters of this style with no motors, gas motors, and a range of electric motors (from barely-able-to-move to too-fast-for-comfort). This new scooter from OTD might be the goldilocks scooter for me,

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WalkingPad A1 Pro foldable under desk treadmill review – walking while I work!

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REVIEW – During my normal WFH day, I spend at least 7 hours sitting in a chair.  I try to remind myself to get up and walk around, but that does not always work.  When I want to get up it always seems to be the time someone pings me through an instant messenger at

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FlexSolar 120W Foldable Solar Panel Kit review – The power of the sun in the palm of your hand

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REVIEW – As my collection of portable batteries and power packs grows, the need for cheap (or free) electricity to keep them topped off increases as well. To avoid forking over my paycheck to Seattle City Light each month I’ve been looking for an effective solar panel kit to address this need. I may have

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Lupe Pure Cordless vacuum cleaner review – it stands on its own

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REVIEW – If you’ve ever wondered what Dyson designers could do if left on their own, the Lupe Pure vacuum cleaner might be the answer. Lupe was started by a couple of ex-Dyson employees who set out to make a better vacuum cleaner. In many ways, they succeeded, but the Lupe Pure vacuum cleaner is

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Worx Nitro 20V Brushless Switchdriver 2.0 2-in-1 Cordless Drill & Driver review

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REVIEW – Since everyone who reads my reviews already knows that I am remodeling a basement, I will not go into those details. Everyone also already knows that I believe in having every tool necessary for the job and as such, I have quite an extensive tool selection relevant to my DIY projects and tasks.

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Glassie Smiley tempered glass screen protector review – this iPhone protector that will make you smile

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REVIEW – I don’t baby my iPhone but at the same time, I don’t want to scratch up the display so I use a screen protector. Screen protectors are a boring accessory, but now they don’t have to be. Today I want to show you the Glassie Smiley tempered glass screen protector which is surprisingly

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ThruNite T2 flashlight review – lots of light in a compact, sturdy package

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REVIEW – Flashlights have come a long way in the last ten years. From the old AA Maglite to today’s high-brightness LED lights, there are so many options in many different form factors. When looking for an everyday carry flashlight, what do you need to take into account, and which ones will meet your needs?

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RK Royal Kludge RK89 85% mechanical keyboard review – It ticks a lot of boxes for the mechanical keyboard enthusiast

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REVIEW – The RK Royal Kludge RK89 keyboard is an entry-level mechanical keyboard with interesting features at a budget price. I love mechanical keyboards and this one ticks a lot of boxes I like to see in one. What is it? The RK Royal Kludge RK89 is an 85% mechanical keyboard that can be used

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Grand Fusion BBQ Grill Mat review – Grills veggies to perfection without messy clean up

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REVIEW – It seems like it has been a long winter indoors or maybe just a long 2 years indoors. Covid put a halt to many of my outdoor activities, but now that things are getting a bit better, it is time to get outdoors and enjoy barbequing in my backyard again. I am ready

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Roborock Dyad Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner review – Your floors will like you

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REVIEW – Of all the gadgets I review, my wife prefers I review the ones that actually do something—like clean, for instance. She couldn’t care less about my audio fixation. Nope—as long as I review something that makes her life easier, she’s okay with the time I spend testing and writing. Just so you know,

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mbarc 7-Day pill organizer review – It levels up your travel game, but is it worth it?

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REVIEW – Yeah, yeah… I know what you’re going to say. “Bob, why do you need a fancy pill organizer when you get a cheap one at the dollar store?” That’s fair. But the mbarc 7-Day Pill Organizer promises an elevated experience in several useful and functional ways. I have thoughts. To the review! What

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Olight Ratel Blue Folding Knife review – It’s as sharp as it looks

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REVIEW –  The Olight Ratel Blue Folding Knife is available in one color for now but if you like this blue, there isn’t much to gripe about otherwise. This low-tech tool which is probably made with high-tech processes is ready to go with you unobtrusively and deploy quickly for use. What is it The Olight

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Aspiron AS-CA006 variable speed canister vacuum review – Banish dirt to the land of wind and ghosts!

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REVIEW – The Simpson’s “Mr. Sparkle” episode promises to “banish dirt to the land of wind and ghosts.” I love a clean house and sucking dirt and pet hair into oblivion is a frequent preoccupation. Will Aspiron’s AS-CA006 Canister Vacuum Cleaner vanquish dust bunnies? Read on, my Gadgeteer brethren… What is it? Aspiron’s model AS-CA006

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Nomad Base One MagSafe charger review – This premium wireless charger has a price to match

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REVIEW – Are you seriously annoyed with cables? Does seeing the MagSafe animation on your iPhone secretly make you happy? Do you want a beautiful charger that looks just as at home on your desk as it does a marble countertop? If so, then Nomad’s Base One with MagSafe might be just what you’re looking

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Fanttik EVO 300 portable power station review – power for your next emergency or outing

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REVIEW – Whether it’s due to a natural disaster or a choice to go somewhere off-grid, we sometimes find ourselves needing portable electricity. For whatever situation you’re in, the Fanttik EVO 300 Portable Power Station can give you power for a good long time – at least, that’s what the marketing material states. I was

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