Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Like many middle-class American kids, I was forced to learn piano growing up. Even though I hated this at first, I eventually came around and also elected to play in the school band, and have loved to learn and play new instruments ever since. I mostly noodle around randomly and make up things […]
REVIEW – What defines a watch? Years ago, that would have been silly to ask. Today, however, it’s a legitimate question. In nine short years, the most popular watch in the world—by far—is the Apple Watch. But is it really a watch? To me, a watch is a mechanical time-keeping device worn either in a
Withings ScanWatch Nova review – My Apple Watch now sits in a drawer Read More
REVIEW – PopSockets™ phone holders have been around long enough to almost define the category, like ChapStik™ or Kleenex™. There are other methods for gaining a more secure grip on your phone, but having a stick-on knob that can be compacted when not needed is their claim to fame. Today, I’m looking at a new
PopSockets PopWallet+ for MagSafe review – turns out, you CAN take it with you! Read More
REVIEW – I tend to “overdo it” when packing for things like beach outings, photoshoots, camping, etc. Can the Elegear Folding Wagon Cart come to the rescue and make things easier for me? Or will it just be another thing that I need to bring along? Read on to find out! What is it? The
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REVIEW – In this global economy, it is fairly commonplace to have meetings that involve players across geographies. That comes with communication challenges as everyone doesn’t necessarily speak the same language. Even within a single language, there can be a variety of dialects that can complicate communication. Google Translate and other language apps can help
REVIEW – One of the perks of being a Gadgeteer is getting to try out a variety of electric scooters. I’ve tested (or personally bought) a wide assortment of them so far ranging from heavy 30+ mph models with off-road tires and suspension to very compact and light versions with equally small range and weak
Maxfind Glider G5 Pro Electric Scooter review – I love me some acceleration Read More
REVIEW – I’ve owned a lot of knives over the years so by now I know what I want in an everyday carry knife and which features are important to me. The James Brand Carter XL checks all the blocks for me specification wise so let’s see how it does in practice. What is it?
The James Brand Carter XL folding knife review – great design for a not so great price Read More
REVIEW – Most people know what to look for in a portable power station. The technology is starting to level off between manufacturers. Things like using LiFePO4 batteries, super fast recharging, USB-C ports, and apps for your phone are all becoming more normal and expected. To separate itself, Anker has developed the SOLIX C800 Plus
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REVIEW – There’s been a running prank war in my extended family for years where we like to give other nieces and nephews loud and obnoxious kids toys (like drum sets, karaoke machines, etc.). At first glance, I thought I would be inflicting a prank upon my own household by volunteering to review the Blipblox
Blipblox SK2 synthesizer review – electronic music fun for kids and adults alike Read More
REVIEW – I got my first 3d filament printer back on 6/27/2022. It was the Elegoo Neptune 3 that I was able to review for The Gadgeteer. Since then, I have also had a chance to review the Mingda Magician Max printer and the current printer in my arsenal, the Creality Ender 5 S1. The
Sunlu FilaDryer S4 filament drying box review – No more stringy PLA for me! Read More
REVIEW – If you need an itsy bitsy teeny weeny EDC knife for your fifth pocket in your jeans, the Tops Home Store Titanium Knife might be the one for you, especially if you want to spend less than $10. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Tops Home Store Titanium Knife is a tiny
Tops Home Store Titanium Knife review – A tiny pocket knife for less than $9? Read More
REVIEW – I had the good fortune of reviewing the FUNTOK Kid’s Electric Ride On car recently, and while I loved a lot of things about it there were some drawbacks such as the size of the vehicle (taking up a third of a car bay in our small 2-car garage). Our little toddler is
Droyd Zypster Kids Electric Go Kart review – training the next Verstappen Read More
REVIEW – If you’re an Apple fan and have the trifecta of Apple gear – iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods, then check out this review of the ESR Qi2 3-in-1 Apple MagSafe charging station, which chargers them all at the same time and has a little bonus surprise. Let’s check it out. What is it?
ESR Qi2 3-in-1 Apple MagSafe charging station review Read More
REVIEW – Note taking apps and devices are highly personal. Whether it is EverNote and OneNote back in the day, or Notion or reMarkable today, almost anyone with the need to take notes has a personal preference they will share with you whether you want the opinion or not. Boox has been around the note
Boox Note Air3 e-ink tablet review – Great idea, flawed execution Read More
REVIEW – E-bikes are becoming more and more common and the selection of bikes available on the market seems to grow each year. When the KBO K2 E-bike came up for review, I decided to take the plunge and give it a try. What is it? The KBO K2 is a foldable E-bike that promises
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REVIEW – The LISEN 4 in 1 Car Charger is a cable-equipped charger with retractable cables for your Android and Apple devices, plus it has two standard plugs for using your own cables for charging additional devices. I’m an Android guy so what do I do with a Lightning cable? Oh yeah, my wife’s iPad!
LISEN 4 in 1 Car Charger review – It’s a charger, not a soup can Read More
REVIEW – I have a surplus of wireless earbuds and headphones around the house these days thanks to freebies with phone purchases over the years and other Gadgeteer reviews, but my partner has a very difficult time finding earbuds that fit her ear canals without pain or pressure and she hates headphones. I volunteered to
oladance OWS 2 headphones review – comfortable for all day use Read More
REVIEW – Our family room has been the main gathering place in our house since we moved in in 2005. We got a new sofa then, and it survived almost 20 years and two kids. It was still comfortable, but in rough shape. When the opportunity to review the FlexiSpot modular sofa, I jumped on
REVIEW – Last summer I had a nice gazebo built in my backyard. As I set it up for entertainment I installed outdoor speakers and an electronic projection screen. I used several sources for audio all summer and decided that this year, I wanted something better. I purchased a nice little amplifier and now I
Arylic S10 WiFi Music Streamer review Read More
REVIEW – I’ve got an old beater truck, a ’91 Chevy with quite a few miles on it. I don’t drive it often but it’s great when I need it. One day I did need it and when I tried to crank it, all I got was a dreaded ticking. Dead battery. I guess I