Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – In June of 2023, I reviewed the FlexiSpot E7Q Odin 4-Leg standing desk. Its stability is phenomenal. I like it so much that it replaced my trusted (and really good) UPLIFT standing desk. The E7Q remains my daily driver, so to speak. Its four motors (one per leg) will quickly and quietly raise […]
FlexiSpot E7 Plus 4-leg Standing Desk review – 4 legs are always better than two Read More
REVIEW – I’ve heard the best camera is the camera that is with you. Today’s smartphones have very capable cameras and chances are we almost always have our phones with us. Snapping on SnapGrip from ShiftCam makes our phones feel and behave more like a traditional point-and-shoot camera. For me, contorting my fingers in such a way as to
ShiftCam SnapGrip Lite Kit review – Give your iPhone a DSLR style grip Read More
REVIEW – Why do people need a digital clock these days when we have smartwatches, smartphones, and computers? When it’s a cool gadget for your desk, that’s why. Today I want to show you the Vobot Mini Dock which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. It’s a clock that you’ll actually want to make space
Vobot Mini Dock review – A very cool 7-in-1 desk hub app clock! Read More
REVIEW – I hate ironing, but every weekend I iron my clothes for work. Many years ago, I used a traditional iron until I decided to look for an easier for what is a tedious task for me, and I have been using a Steamer ever since. I started with a large floor-standing Steamer but
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REVIEW – Summer is right around the corner and in Southern California that means beach trips, and while I’m not much of a camper, I do enjoy a lightweight camp chair for the beach. Typically camping stuff is lighter and more compact than stuff made for the beach, and when the Sitpack people came out
Sitpack Campster II camp chair review Read More
REVIEW – When normal people (not audiophiles) shop for earphones, sound quality is usually not at the top of the list. It’s always price and convenience first. Some earbuds (earphones, in-ear headphones, whatever) are expensive ($500+) while others are more affordable and thus, more popular. JLabs is an audio company famous for its line of
JLab Epic Lab Edition Earbuds review – a step up for JLab Read More
REVIEW – I volunteer with a local Scout troop. The parking lot is nearly pitch black at night, making it tricky to walk outside after meetings. Fortunately, I had a chance to try out a pair of lanterns, the Volterrex 4,000 lumen Pro Lantern, and the Volterrex 19,500 lumen Balloon Light kit. What is it?
Volterrex LED Lanterns review – Very bright ideas Read More
REVIEW – For as long as I can remember, we have had one of those floor-standing 5-gallon water dispensers in our house. You know the kind: big, heavy, 5-gallon jugs that sit on top of a dispenser that dribbles out water 1 cup at a time, slowly. I had to jump at the chance to
REVIEW – I’ve been searching for a really small knife that I can use for opening boxes down in my office (aka Gadgeteer HQ). My criteria are that it has to be small, easy to use, and Gadgeteer worthy. The latest one that I’ve had the chance to review is the Ant Design Pathfinder+ V2
Ant Design Pathfinder+ V2 multi-tool review – is this my new favorite box opener? Read More
REVIEW – A solid tripod system is crucial for any kind of video or film production. While handheld shooting is increasingly popular all the time, there is still going to be a need for a solid tripod setup. There are many manufacturers with endless combinations of tripod heads & legs to choose from, so which
REVIEW – I think it goes without saying that Leatherman makes some of the best multitools available. I own a couple of different models of theirs and have always thought them well-made and up to almost any task thrown at them. So when the Leatherman Raptor Rescue came up for review, I was very interested
Leatherman Raptor Rescue multitool review – These aren’t ordinary scissors! Read More
REVIEW – As a college professor, I spend a lot of time projecting and presenting and while I love where I work, some of our facilities are from the stone age. And after an incident a couple of years ago where someone in IT sent out an update that wiped people’s hard drives all over
Minix C1 wireless HDMI adapter review Read More
REVIEW – The FIIDO C11 city e-bike is one of the latest entries from the company. It’s got a lot of neat features that make it worthy of consideration if one happens to be in the market for a zippy-er way to get around. We did run into some slight snags but with a little
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REVIEW – My pockets seldom lack my phone, wallet, flashlight, and multitool. Sometimes, bringing “the big gun” isn’t practical or necessary. For times like this, The Leatherman Skeletool CX multitool is ideal. What is it? The Leatherman Skeletool CX is a lightweight, stainless steel, folding multitool with needlenose pliers, wire cutters, a knife blade, a
Leatherman Skeletool CX multi-tool review – A petite package of terrific tools! Read More
REVIEW – A few days ago while I was working on rearranging equipment on my desktop to make things neater, I was amazed at how many accessories I have and how many I swap because I am either short on docks or I am using docks that lack enough ports or the variety of ports
Satechi USB-C Multiport Adapter 8K review Read More
REVIEW – The mechanical pencil is a favorite of writers and technical draftspersons because no sharpening is required but, it can still develop a dull edge if the pencil is not periodically rotated while writing. The Kuru Toga Advance has a mechanism to rotate the lead a tiny bit each time the tip contacts the
Kuru Toga Advance mechanical pencil review – a “revolution” in sharp writing Read More
REVIEW – Can you smell that picture? It’s grilling season! I’m testing the Kamado Joe Konnected Joe Digital Charcoal Grill & Smoker, which claims to combine the benefits of a ceramic grill with digital control (and a companion app) that makes charcoal cooking effortless. Heads up: we have a lot to cover in this one,
Kamado Joe Konnected Joe Digital Charcoal Grill & Smoker review Read More
REVIEW – A few months ago, e-ink device maker Boox released the new Flip-fold Protective Case for the Palma e-ink mini-tablet. I jumped on this one, because I am a hardcore butterfingers, and I drop everything I own. I previously had the OEM hard shell case, which just covered the back of the device. This
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REVIEW – The last ROKR review I did was so much fun that I had to do another one! This time around it’s a musical piano with intricate gears. What is it? The ROKR Magic Piano puzzle is a beautiful little puzzle made from laser cut wood pieces that build around a little spring-wound music
ROKR Magic Piano puzzle kit review – A beautiful musical puzzle Read More
REVIEW – If you’re in an area that gets occasional power outages, having backup power options on hand might be worth the investment. Even better, if you can find something that can serve in a dual role as a power station and on-demand battery backup for sensitive equipment. We’re looking at the ALLPOWERS 1500 to
ALLPOWERS R1500 Portable Home Backup Power Station review Read More