Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
I’ve always wondered if a reason that I’ve gone through 3 laptops in the past five years might be because they’re running too hot. For the most part I use a laptop as a desktop replacement and rarely take it on the road. It either sits on the kitchen counter or on a desk in […]
CoolerMaster NotePal Infinite EVO Laptop Cooler Review Read More
I often write news items about iPad apps I think might interest you, and usually I find just a screen capture and a couple of sentences are enough. The AutoPainter app for iPad is so much fun that I thought it deserved a little more. The iOS versions (also available for iPhone) have been ported
AutoPainter App for iPad Mini-Review Read More
When the sixth generation of the iPod nano was released in the fall of 2010, Steve Jobs joked that it was so small that it could be worn as a watch. Apparently dozens of companies decided to create watchbands that could be used to turn the nano into a watch – albeit a rather large
HEX Watch Band for iPod nano Gen 6 Review Read More
I love multi-tools, and they have come a long way since my first basic Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool in the 80’s. I am always on the lookout for the ‘perfect’ tool for my own everyday carry- that magical balance between size, weight, tool options, and functionality that just works for me. My current ‘everyday carry’
Gerber Suspension Multi-tool Review Read More
If you are like most people in today’s economy, you are always looking for ways to save a little (or a lot) of money. The same holds true in the audio world. It doesn’t matter whether you are happy with the earbuds that came with your iPod/iPhone or have invested in better quality headphones or
SRS Labs iWOW 3D Audio Enhancement Adaptor Review Read More
Adding more storage capacity to a desktop or laptop computer used to involve having to take the computer apart and adding in the extra drive, not to mention on some computers the pain and frustration of getting to the drive to remove it. Not so anymore with all the external drives coming out on the
Seagate GoFlex Slim USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 320 GB Ultra Portable Hard Drive Review Read More
Remember the old days in label making? They weren’t necessarily good old days either. For those too young to remember, skip this review because I think Spongebob is on. For those old enough to remember when The Partridge Family was cool and a job at Burger King was the bomb, stay with me. You remember
Dymo LabelManager PnP Review Read More
In the middle of my commute last week, my trusted Sennheiser CX-300 earbuds decided they were finished with this world. Needing a quick replacement, I found a nifty pair of earbuds at Target–The Specked by Philips/O’Neill. The primary feature to catch my attention was the cord. It’s wrapped in nylon, matches the color of the
Philips O’Neill Specked Earbuds Review Read More
Several years ago, I reviewed SureFire’s Pen I & II and still use them today. I typically have one of these pens with me daily. Due to its size and form factor, the SureFire Pen II is my pen of choice to have with me on my travels. They are both rock solid and have
SureFire Pen III Review Read More
Early this year, I reviewed the Col. Littleton No. 50 Wallet for the iPhone which combined a leather sleeve to hold the iPhone, with a minimalist wallet. I loved the simplicity and utility of that wallet, so I was equally interested in trying out one of their front pocket wallets when they offered to send
Col. Littleton Front Pocket Wallets Review Read More
If you could reinvent an often used product to make it better, which product would it be? Are fingernail clippers at the top of your list? They were for the folks that are offering the new Klhip Ultimate Nail Clippers. They have taken the nail cutting device that we’ve all used for years and brought
Klhip Nail Clippers Review Read More
Several of the ladies on my staff go every year to some cottage somewhere do go “scrap-booking”. I see stores come and go selling scrap-booking stuff, whatever that is. Personally, I think they really go to sit around and drink wine more than scrapbook (not that there is anything wrong with that….)! If you want
VioVio Photo Books Review Read More
Here’s a quick little review of a very useful app for iPad, iPod touch, and iPhones. The WiFi Photo Transfer app is a very quick and easy method of transferring pictures and videos in your Photos collection to your computer. When I review an iPad app, I grab screen captures for my review photos. In
WiFi Photo Transfer App for iOS Devices Review Read More
A friend of mine has a Droid X phone and was showing me their new OtterBox Defender case and I was very impressed with the way it was designed. Julie was very fortunate enough to request one for me and I have been using it ever since. The OtterBox Defender Series case for the Verizon
OtterBox Defender Series Case for the Verizon Samsung Fascinate Review Read More
The Energizer Inductive Charger and the iPhone 4 Qi (pronounced chee) Sleeve is the newest wireless charging system promising to simplify your charging experience for your myriad rechargable devices. It uses the Qi standard for charging, which is a global standard for wireless charging systems. What this should mean is that as more devices ship
Energizer Inductive Charger and iPhone 4 Qi Sleeve Review Read More
I used to have a Treo and the Palm dock, and I really got used to reading and whatnot while it was plugged into the dock on my desk. Since then I’ve tried to get the same functionality out of my iPhone but never really found a working solution. For example, the Apple dock is
Just Mobile Lounge iPhone Stand Review Read More
When I first saw the press release announcing the Westone 4, my first thought was, “OK, now, it’s getting a bit silly.” After all, I’ve owned the Westone 3 for a year now and I love them. The bass is a little forward, but so what? The mids and highs are comfortable. So what is
Westone 4 Quad-Driver Earphone Review Read More
If you have a pet you love, you want to keep him safe. If he’s lost, you want clear, up-to-date address and phone numbers with him so he can be returned to you safely. If your pet has an illness or needs special care, you want to be sure the people who find him can
MobiPetTags Animal Identification Tags Review Read More
I’ve tried Bluetooth headsets before. Some I’ve liked, and some I’ve lost. Often, the same one met both fates. I quit buying them because they are usually fairly expensive to replace. Enter the EcoSound Bluetooth Headset from WirelessGround which is selling this headset for less than $10. This is insane for a Bluetooth headset! Must
Eco Sound Bluetooth Headset Review Read More
The iHome iDM12 Rechargeable Bluetooth Speaker System for iPad/iPhone/iPod is iHome’s entry into the every growing portable/battery powered Bluetooth speaker market. Like the Monster iClarityHD speakers I reviewed in January, the iMD12 aims to give you mobile sound without the headphones. Unlike the iClarityHD, the iDM12 doesn’t bother with a microphone – it’s not a
iHome iDM12 Rechargeable Bluetooth Speaker System for iPad/iPhone/iPod Review Read More