Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
ARTICLE – At the risk of sounding a bit cranky, this will include references to my workplace that are, uh, not so complimentary. I’m a college professor and while some may think that means we’re smart or something, really it just means we are experts at one tiny little sliver of stuff, and we’re pretty […]
Gadgeteer team – gear we’re using in 2022 (Theresa Villeneuve) Read More
REVIEW – I have a tactical flashlight that I keep beside my bed for emergencies around the house and yard, but I’ve wanted one for my car as well. Maybe I get a flat tire at night, maybe I run out of gas and have to hike to the nearest gas station, or maybe I
WUBEN T1 tactical flashlight review – sturdy and bright Read More
REVIEW – Time is a funny thing; I have memories of the middle school classroom and staring at whatever the teacher was showing on the overhead projector, which was a monstrous machine in both weight and noise. Cumbersome, they always occupied a cart with wheels created out of the desire to curb workman’s compensation cases,
XIDU M1 WiFi projector review Read More
REVIEW – While top-notch phone cameras are replacing traditional film or digital cameras for more people every year, there’s still a market that they can’t replace: action cameras. Despite marketing suggesting it, I think most rational people wouldn’t take their brand new iPhone or Samsung flagship phone snorkeling or strap it to their helmet or
AKASO Brave 8 action camera review – great specs but some flaws Read More
REVIEW – I use my iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main (and only) camera. Except for photos that require the iPhone to be in them, that’s what I use for all my product shots for my reviews. I also use the iPhone when I go on vacation to capture memories. Over the years, I’ve
ShiftCam ProGrip review – adds a DSLR-like grip and more to your smartphone Read More
REVIEW – Ah, those portable USB drives! Now that the world is moving to USB-C, what will we do? iStorage has created the datAsure SD for just this world. Not only does it have a USB-C jack, but it can be changed out easily with different TF cards, and has a built-in PIN-based security system.
iStorage datAshur SD drive review – Security and USB-C come to thumb drives Read More
REVIEW – Today, we’re taking a step back from all the fancy smartwatches and health trackers and focusing on a classic timepiece, the Pioneer Chronograph Mens Watch from Copenhagen-based Nordgreen. What is it? The Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch is a 42mm men’s chronograph wristwatch featuring a stopwatch with large second hand and minute sub-dial, a
Nordgreen Pioneer chronograph watch review Read More
REVIEW – I don’t camp much, but a recent experience trying to troubleshoot a problem under my daughter’s Suzuki SX4 inspired my need for a good headlamp. The Nitecore HC68 High-Performance Dual Beam E-Focus Headlamp definitely doesn’t disappoint! What is it? Nitecore’s model HC68 is a rechargeable flashlight incorporating variable brightness wide and narrow
REVIEW – Lighting can make or break your work area, and it can do the same for video. If making videos is your work, that’s a double whammy. Today’s gadget offers help in this area with some surprising sidebars. The GeoSmartPro AirLit is a wireless portable ring light with a fan. There’s also a mirror
GeoSmartPro AirLit ring light review – keeps you cool and ready for your close-up! Read More
REVIEW – One of the most popular accessories for the iPad is the Apple Pencil but like all Apple products, it has a premium price tag of $99 for the first generation version and $129 for the newest version. After you blow your budget on the iPad, it’s tough to spend that much more for
MKQ iPad stylus review – an affordable alternative to the Apple Pencil Read More
REVIEW – As most of you have heard by now, one benefit that has been a result of the Covid pandemic is more options for remote work. Just recently, my wife started a new WFH job that is just about 100% remote and so virtual meetings are now par for the course for her. Her
EKSA H1 Noise Canceling Trucker Bluetooth Headset with Microphone review Read More
REVIEW: There are few things in this world harder to find than the perfect keyboard. When you find “the one” you hold on to it with a loyalty usually reserved for dogs and cola-flavored soft drinks. For me and my desktop, that’s the Logitech G-915 wireless mechanical. I am still on the hunt for my
Dierya DK61E mechanical keyboard review – Bringing back the clack! Read More
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Deal of the day – Save 35% off the 4-in-1 Proscenic P10 Pro vacuum Read More
REVIEW – If you are an avid or even amateur crafter, you have probably worked with iron-on vinyl, also referred to as heat transfer vinyl (HTV). As the name implies, it uses a heat-activated adhesive to permanently attach your designs to any fabric. Today I’m excited to show you the HTVRONT Heat Press Machine as
HTVRONT Heat Press Machine review – Your new crafting BFF Read More
REVIEW – Even though it is February, we are already starting to get warmer days here in south Texas. Just this next week, we have a couple of days predicted to be in the lower 80s! That has the grilling and smoking bug in me starting up full force. I have a Traeger BBQ smoker
ChefsTemp Pocket Pro digital thermometer review Read More
REVIEW – For those who keep handwritten notebooks or journals, they can tell you the importance of those invaluable notes and doodles and ideas inside. Keeping them safe and secure sounds like a job for the near-invincible Allegory Goods’ “The Cedar” Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover. What is it? The Cedar from Allegory Goods Grove Collection
Allegory Goods Grove Collection: The Cedar Handcrafted Leather Journal Cover review Read More
REVIEW – A few years ago, I reviewed a couple of robot vacuums that were amazing at what they could do. Over the years I continued to use them but also noticed that on many occasions the floors were not properly vacuumed or mopped. Fast forward to today, and I get to test and review
Dreametech Bot W10 Wet and Dry robot vacuum review Read More
REVIEW – The only thing I like better than a gadget doing something really well is a gadget that does 2 things really well! The $36.99 Ocoopa hand warmer does exactly that… warms your hands. But it also doubles as a 10,000 mAh power bank with 2 output ports to charge 2 devices simultaneously. This is
Ocoopa Rechargeable Hand Warmer with 10,000 mAh power bank review Read More
REVIEW – While I am always on my computer for my work, I prefer to take physical notes. I find that it keeps me more organized to have somewhere to organize all of my thoughts and schedules all in one place. My notes fall into two different categories, notes I want to keep as reference
Rocketbook Everyday Planner review Read More
REVIEW – For some time now I have been writing about my DIY work in my new home and my DIY skills. I have also repeated that I fully believe that the end product and result directly depend on having the right tools for the job. In many instances, having the right tool as a
Greenworks Cordless 24V 7-1/4” Circular Saw review Read More