Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
When writing about and reviewing earphones, I always include two points that are important to each model: the seal from the eartips and whether the earphone uses a warmer sounding dynamic or the more accurate, but bass deficient armature based speaker. Scosche is a maker of a seemingly endless array of affordable iPhone/iPod accessories with […]
Scosche IEM856md In-Ear Monitors Review Read More
AirBeam is an app that will turn iOS devices (iPhone, iPod touch or iPad) into a real-time video surveillance system with motion and sound detection. This system is quick and easy to use, but there are a couple caveats to setting things up, so let’s take a closer look.
AirBeam Video Monitoring iOS App Review Read More
Touchnote is a free app for iOS devices that will allow you to create and send a postcard to anyone in the world. I’m not talking about an electronic postcard, but an actual printed card with a stamp on it. Let’s check it out.
Touchnote Postcard App for iOS Review Read More
Looking for that perfect case for your new Thinkpad Lenovo Tablet? It’s not easy. As a new and “business grade” product, the amount of cases in production out there are very far and few between. Searches in local shops and online lead me to so many cases that were either too big, or too small;
Waterfield Ultimate SleeveCase for Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet Review Read More
Some people have trouble using capacitive touchscreens because they find their fingers are just too big for those tiny little keys on a smartphone screen. Others don’t like to use touchscreens because they don’t like leaving oily smears on the glass. Whatever the reason, some people want to use a stylus with their device, but
Fylus Capacitive Fingertip Stylus Review Read More
I haven’t used a multi-tip pen on a long time, so when Brad at JetPens asked if I might like to review the Zebra Sharbo X ST3 multi-tip pen, I was happy to say yes. The multi-tip pens from years gone by were usually bulky and not very sleek. People would never guess that the
Zebra Sharbo X ST3 Multi-Pen Review Read More
There are a lot of watchbands for the iPod nano on the market, and a lot of them seem a bit big and sporty to me. The Loop Nano watchband is sleek and looks more like a regular watchband. It works with both the 6th and 7th generation of the Apple iPod nano. Let’s give
Loop Nano Watchband for Apple iPod nano Review Read More
I’m not crazy about most do-it-yourself dog grooming products because most of them are long on promises and short on delivery. And they’re expensive. For that kind of money, I can just take my pooch over to PetSmart and let them do what they have to do. I have a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and for
Soggy Doggy Super Shammy Review Read More
It seems like every day there’s a new case out for the iPhone, and today is no different. Today I submit for your perusal a review of an aluminum bumper-style case from Japanese design firm Draco Design, the Draco IV. Is there enough here to differentiate it from the competition, or is it just another
Draco Design DRACO IV Case for iPhone 4/4S Review Read More
Lately, I have been reviewing a variety of iPad and tablet desktop stands. A few weeks ago I was asked to review the Stabile-Pro Desktop Tablet Stand from Thought Out, and I jumped at the chance as I had read about this new stand and wanted to take a look to see if it would
Stabile-Pro Tablet Stand Review Read More
Let me begin this review by saying that I am not in construction or a business that requires hearing protection. However, I do live on 1.5 heavily treed acres, so I spend a good amount of time with electric and gas chain saws, gas weed-wackers, and lawn mowers. They are all obnoxiously loud. I used
Howard Leight Sync Stereo Earmuffs Review Read More
Hokay, let’s be honest here. I’m going to mention something and I want you to close your eyes and picture the first thing that comes into your head. Ready….. Lap Tray, Stable Table If you’re like me the first thing you see in your mind is either an elderly person sitting on a floral couch
Trabasack Mini Laptop Desk and Travel Bag Review Read More
I have reviewed more than a few speaker systems over the years. Many of these speaker systems are still situated in various rooms of our house providing music while I putter around the garage, workout, fold laundry, get in the Holiday mood, etc. The speaker system I use most is the Altec Lansing iMT800 MIX
Logitech Wireless BoomBox for the iPad Review Read More
A normal stylus with a hard tip works fine for writing and sketching, but when you want to “paint” on your tablet, a stylus with a brush tip can be a much better choice. There aren’t many styli on the market that fit this criteria and I’ve only had the opportunity to review one other
Nomad Compose Dual Tip Paint Brush Stylus Review Read More
I really like watches, especially unusual ones. The Phosphor Appear Black Crystal Watch with Black Gloss Leather Strap is certainly unusual. It reminds me of eInk screens in a way. Instead of using LEDs to show the time, these watches turn over crystals to show a clear side or a colored side to create the
Phosphor Appear Black Crystal Watch with Black Gloss Leather Strap Review Read More
When I find something that I like, I tend to use it for a long time. Six years ago I had the opportunity to review a wallet from Waterfield and I’ve been using that the same wallet ever since. I’ve had the habit of zipping my iPhone inside it for carry convenience. Waterfield must have
Waterfield iPhone Wallet Review Read More
Roku recently updated their line of streaming media players, and they sent Julie their high-end Roku 2 XS with gaming remote to review. I had been in the market for a Roku for my living room TV so I could watch Hulu Plus on my big screen TV, so I bought myself a Roku 2.
Roku 2 XS and XD Streaming Media Players Review Read More
If you are the proud owner of an iPhone 4 or the newer – and cooler – iPhone 4S, you either have figured out that you need or want a protective case or have made the conscience decision that cases are clumsy, intrusive, ugly or all three and therefore, not for you. Well, what
CalypsoCase for iPhone 4/4S Review Read More
How would you like to give a gift this holiday season that’s actually multiple gifts in one? You can, with the India Cloud Book Pillow from Levenger. The recipient will get a great book pillow that works with paper books, eBook readers, and tablets. Other people will receive the gift of a living wage and
Levenger India Cloud Book Pillow Review Read More
A while back, Julie posted a news item about a ‘wooden pocket knife.’ I was intrigued: normally, one cuts wood with a knife, right? So when the opportunity to review Nathan’s Knife Kit from Klecker Knives came up, I had to check it out. My 8-year-old son had been asking me when he could get
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