Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
Do you keep a journal in a paper notebook but wish it had some of the features of a digital journalling app such as search and archiving? There are lots of apps out there for your phone or tablet that will let you keep a journal and write with a stylus, but I have been […]
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I’m particularly fond of home automation and have enjoyed making things light, whirr and spin with a poke at my phone or voice command. Adding the ability to monitor power is icing on the cake so I was eager to give Elgato’s Eve Energy Switch & Power Meter and Eve Button a try. What is
Elgato Eve Energy Switch & Power Meter and Eve Button review Read More
Who says business casual has to be dull? The STM Banks Laptop Backpack is a great looking daypack designed to organize your work life, with some clever extras to make your daily commute easier. Let’s check it out! What is it? It’s an 18L backpack designed to carry your laptop and daily essentials. Hardware specs
STM Bags Banks 15″ Laptop Backpack review Read More
A few weeks ago, I wrote a news story on an innovative piece of photography gear called Trilens. Our readers commented and I promised an in-depth review if possible. Friidesigns is the company that makes the Trilens, and they responded by sending a sample for just such a review. So, here goes: What is it?
Trilens wearable three lens holder review Read More
Charging cables come with every new phone or tablet we buy. Here at the Gadgeteer, every time someone comes out with a new wrinkle in materials or configuration, however, we are asked if we want to review the third-party versions. When Nonda sent their ZUS USB-A to Lightning cable to us I jumped for it.
Nonda ZUS Heavy-Duty USB-A to Lightning Cable review Read More
Over the past decade, I’ve slowly been adding automation to my home, starting with X-10. Powerful new devices, like Geekbes Smart WiFi Plug, have made it easy to remotely control lamps and appliances with ease, even when outside my home. What is it? The Geekbes Smart plugs are single-socket, WiFi modules that turn on or
Geekbes USB Smart WiFi Plug review Read More
Functionality and protection, that is what I want in a case for my iPads. While functionality is a nice feature to have, protecting my investment is a must. I have owned several iPads since their launch and my main protection choice was some kind of Smart Cover and a protective back. All of the smart
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At the recommendation of my dentist, I switched from a manual to an electric toothbrush many years ago. Since then, I’ve used multiple brands with varying degrees of success, solely judged on the observations of my hygienist. Liaboe’s Electric Toothbrush looked to be a worthy contender to my long-time preferred Sonicare Elite. What is it?
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What is it? The Azpen e-Bible Tablet is in a nutshell, two versions of the bible that are available electronically on a tablet both in visual and audio form. What’s in the box? In the beautiful E-Bible box, there is the tablet, a very nice protective case, earphones, a wall charger, a micro USB cable
Azpen Android My e-Bible Tablet review Read More
How would you like to wear a magic wand on your finger? That’s sort of what the NFC Ring is because it can be used to grant wishes or in nerd speak, it can run macros, send your contact info, load a web page, open digital locks, and more. I reviewed the first NFC Ring by
Using a portable device is immensely freeing, as most of the world has discovered over the past decade. What happens, though, when you run out of space on your phone/tablet and don’t have a wireless service to back it up to? While having a Mac or PC around is nice, that defeats the mobility aspect,
Picture Keeper Connect photo backup software/adapter review Read More
It’s time to step up our grilling game, people. This week we’re checking out the Grill Masters Club, a subscription service that delivers a new collection of grilling products to your doorstep each month. Let’s fire up the grill and see what we get! What is it? It’s a subscription service that delivers a new
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Growing up a band geek and being married to a professional visual designer for marching bands I have been around metronomes pretty much all my life. I thought I had seen them all including the plethora of apps available for Android and Apple. That was until I got the chance to review the Soundbrenner Pulse.
Soundbrenner Pulse smart vibrating wearable metronome review Read More
What is it? The Aicook 15-Piece Blender is a portable blender that is designed to blend fruits, and vegetables, and many other ingredients that are used to create smoothies or health drinks, etc. What’s in the box Package contents: 1 x High torque power (Base unit) 1 x Stainless steel flat blade 1 x Stainless
Aicook Blender, 15-Piece Smoothie Blender Mixer review Read More
I’ve been using home security cameras for many years now. I find that they give me peace of mind when I know I can check in at any time and from anywhere to see what’s going on when I’m not physically at home. But there’s one problem with most cameras that don’t offer a motorized
EZVIZ ez360Pano panoramic WiFi camera review Read More
What is it? A very protective case offering full, rugged protection with a smooth sport visual instead of harsh angles. What’s in the box? Presidio Sport Case for iPhone X Design and features Speck isn’t new to the case business. They’ve been creating protective products for devices since 2001, and I want to disclose that
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At my home office, I’m trying to consolidate my speaker set up. I’ve been into trying to become more minimalist, and although I love my Logitech 2.1 speaker system with subwoofer, it’s big, clunky, and not very necessary at the moment. Lately, I’ve just been using headphones on my computer or a Google Home to
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I don’t have room in my home for a full-size desk so when I’m writing for the Gadgeteer I usually end up working at my kitchen table, or in my recliner. Neither one is optimal. After about an hour or so my back, neck, and legs need a break. Then I was offered the chance to
Edge Desk System kneeling desk review Read More
Jabra’s Elite Sports truly wireless earbuds were my favorite earbuds of 2017, perhaps ever… Their secure fit, comfort, quality, rugged build, and sound experience was second to none in the cord-less, fitness world of music listening. Though recently Jabra has introduced several additions to their Elite line of wireless earbuds: Elite 45e, Elite 65t, and Elite
Jabra Elite 65t true wireless earbuds review Read More
Living all my life in the southern United States, I grew up eating my mother’s fried chicken, which is so often considered a staple of southern cooking. My mother’s chicken was great – juicy, tender, well-done, and tasty. I didn’t quite inherit my mother’s skills, and I was never able to produce fried chicken as
Aicok SV-8001 Sous Vide Cooker review Read More