Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
I had my Dad over for a Father’s Day visit this past weekend and while he was here, he wanted me to show him how to look up stock information on the web. I loaded up Google’s financial page on my Macbook Pro and showed him how to use it while we were sitting on […]
Moshi TeraGlove Microfiber LCD Cleaning Kit Review Read More
With today’s endless amounts of tech being utilised around the home, I bet you’re just like me and have quite a few products that use AA or AAA batteries. If so, then this product could prove to be your very best friend! In fact, if like me you also have children who enjoy playing with endless amounts
Battizer Alkaline Battery Charger Review Read More
WaterField Designs is hands down, one of my favorite gear bag designers. I carry their wallet and pouches with me single every day. Last summer I had the opportunity to review their Personal sized Muzetto gear bag, which I continue to love to use as an around town carry all. When I saw that they
WaterField Designs 10″ Portable Muzetto Bag Review Read More
When I first discovered the Telephone Voice Transformer from Spy Gadgets, I thought it would be a fun gadget to have. While it does what it’s supposed to, I can’t find a practical use for the device. However, if you’re in law enforcement or a wannabe James Bond, this is for you.
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Although the touch screen was not a new technology when the first iPhone was released, this device did usher in a new age in touch screen interactivity. Before the iPhone, most smartphone and PDA users employed a stylus as the preferred method of input. The iPhone changed that with the capacitive touch screen and true
WirelessGround Capacitive Touch Screen Stylus Pen Review Read More
The Thrifty Cell Phone watch ($80 and the price keeps dropping) is one of the first viable (i.e. affordable, portable) cell phone watches I’d seen in a while. While not for everyone, the concept offers an easy way to carry a phone without really carrying it. It’s a nifty idea but is not something for
Nifty Thrifty Cell Phone Watch Review Read More
At the beginning of the twentieth century, Albert Einstein theorized light could be organized and intensified to emit ‘an avalanche’ of same-wavelength light. It was this theory that eventually led Theodore Maiman, back in 1960, to create the first laser (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation). Being a child in the 70’s, Sci-Fi shows
Wicked Lasers Evolution Pro (Green) Laser Review Read More
The beauty of laptop computers is their portability. You can use your laptop where ever you are – in front of the TV, sitting in an airport, lying on your bed, even outdoors. But the problem with this portability is finding a place to set your computer. If you put it on your lap, the
LapDawg Pug Laptop Mini-Table Review – Updated Read More
I’ve always been a proponent of protection for my personal gadgets. Ever since walking out of the AT&T store with my iPhone 3GS in hand, I’ve had it encased in some sort of…well, case. However, I’d been researching a few of the many “skin” protective type products on the market when I was given the
iWrap for iPhone 3GS Review Read More
How do you store your earbuds while they are not being used? Do you wad them up, cables and all and stuff them in your gearbag or pocket? Do you use a twisty tie? Are you fed up with whatever Macgyver-esque solution you’ve invented? Spot for Earphones might be an alternative for you. Let’s take
Spot for Earphones Review Read More
I recently downloaded InMethod’s Air Video onto my iPhone and basically, you must have this app. This is a review of the iPhone version, but you can grab a version for iPad thats just as fantastic. Basically, Air Video makes streaming almost any video in my collection, regardless of format, as simple as possible and
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Anyone who has owned an iPhone (or iPod, or really, pretty much any modern portable electronic device) and who has also shopped for a case to keep their device in is probably already familiar with the Vaja name. The company is known as much for their steep prices as they are for the quality of
Vaja Retro Slim Jacket for iPad Review Read More
If you’ve been considering the purchase of a stand for your iPad, I have one that is both gorgeous and functional. It is handmade made by Scott A. Snyder, a furniture maker who has been designing and constructing custom furniture for over 20 years.
Scott A. Snyder iPad Stand Review Read More
If you have a need to monitor the activities of your nanny, house sitter, house cleaner, or other part-time guests and need a no-brainer contraption to do so, the motion-activated SD-V03 Color Spy Camera from Spy Gadgets can do the duty. While I don’t have a need to monitor my kids’ nanny, I do have
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Several weeks ago Dave posted an article about reading magazines on the iPad. Now there is a special iPad magazine app for iPad owners about iPad related topics. Sideways is a monthly publication, but new music and game reviews, as well as free wallpapers, will be updated weekly. The app costs $3.99 and it’s not
Sideways iPad Magazine App Read More
Last month, I came across a Twitter user who was sharing details about a new type of water bottle, designed to be used during any type of activity, whether it be walking, running, horse riding, fishing or even if you’re hospitalised! They’re called Swiggies and are bottles that you wear on your wrists. I was quite intrigued to
Swiggies Water Bottle Review Read More
M-Edge makes wonderful cases and covers for a variety of digital book readers – from Kindles to Sony readers and now the iPad. I’ve reviewed a couple of their leather cases and their e-Luminator2 for the Sony PRS-600 Touch reader. I love those cases, so I was very happy when Julie told me that M-Edge
M-Edge Slip Sleeve for iPad Review Read More
Can you hear me now? Everyone with a cellphone has probably asked that question at one time or another while checking the signal on their phone. I’ve been skeptical of so called signal boosters after reviewing the the Cell Ranger PORT Signal Booster a few years back, but agreed to try the CelLynx 5BARz Road
CelLynx 5BARz Road Warrior Cell Phone Signal Booster Review Read More
This is an amazing phone to hold and use. I haven’t been this enchanted by an electronic gadget in quite some time. It seems like it can do everything- sometimes almost reading my mind. Of course, there is the occasional ‘huh’ moment trying to figure something out that should be a piece of cake, but
HTC EVO 4G from Sprint Review Read More
The SLAPPA M.A.S.K. is a serious backpack. It even comes in its own bag! I’ve had a lot of backpacks over the years but this one tops them all. Last weekend I went on a business trip and used the bag as my suitcase and was able to get all my stuff in for this
SLAPPA M.A.S.K. Backpack Review Read More