Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Mini PCs are an interesting product to me, someone who has pretty much exclusively used gaming laptops or self-built gaming PCs for nearly 2 decades now. One of the other mini-PCs I recently reviewed (the excellent Geekom AS6) is now serving as our Plex media server, and doing a great job at it. […]
GEEKOM A5 mini PC review – a great mini PC for most people Read More
REVIEW – After having the opportunity to review the JMBricklayer Orchid, I was excited to be asked to review the brand new addition to their Botanical Collection. The JMBricklayer Sunflower set takes the floral building to the next level by creating a 3D display piece inspired by one of the greatest artists of all time, Vincent
JMBricklayer Botanical Collection The Sunflower review Read More
REVIEW – Engwe is a well-known brand of e-bike manufacturer. Their line of e-bikes is highly regarded among enthusiasts. Do a quick Google search for “Engwe” and you’ll see hundreds of reviews of their other models, including on The Gadgeteer! Their latest model, the Engwe E26 is the culmination of all their experience and innovation.
REVIEW – As a proud Gen Xer, I still have an inordinate amount of memories stored on “old media”. Over the years, I’ve painstakingly converted VCR tapes to MP4s, CDs, and records to MP3s, and scanned countless photos, all with varying degrees of success. Despite my background as a digital artist, photo scanning, in particular,
Vivid-Pix Memory Station review – Scan all the things! Read More
REVIEW – I love music. I listen to something every day, whether at my desk, in the car, in the kitchen, or even in the shower. The problem I have is when I’m grilling or working outside, I either have to use earbuds or a tiny little Bluetooth speaker I’ve had for years that just
Monster Blaster 3.0 wireless boombox review – Bring on the beats! Read More
REVIEW – I am loving this recent wave of higher speed 3D FDM printers, especially since I’ve been trying out some larger format items lately (like cosplay helmets) that can easily take 3 days or more on the previous printers I’ve reviewed. I’d also heard of Klipper while researching 3D FDM printers but hadn’t had
Elegoo Neptune 4 Max FDM 3D printer review – speed and Klipper for the win Read More
REVIEW – This year I have tested a few indoor hydroponic gardening systems and the results have been quite good. As I mentioned in a previous review, my wife has experienced an amazing summer gardening season with plants that have been producing bountiful crops just about every day. As a result, I can’t remember the
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REVIEW – I’ve reviewed a few Vosteed knives so far and have been impressed with each one but they have mainly been very budget friendly knives in the $50 to $70 range. The Vosteed RSKAOS is their new premium knife collaboration with Rob Saniscalchi that looks to up their knife game considerably. Let’s check it
Vosteed RSKAOS Titanium 3.46” Blade Folding Knife review – their best knife yet? Read More
REVIEW – I created a video review of Bastion’s Bolt-Action pens earlier this year, and now I’m back with a new review of a much smaller version of the same pens. Let’s check it out! What is it? The Bastion Bolt-Action MINI is a tiny bolt-action pen made of 100% 6061-T6 grade aluminum with a
Bastion Bolt-Action MINI pen review – a tiny pen for your EDC and fidgeting fun! Read More
REVIEW – There are a lot of Bluetooth speakers out there. Most people I know have several, so for one to stand out in the market, it has to be unique. The House of Marley Get Together 2 stands out in a few ways. It uses unique and recycled materials. It looks pretty cool. And
REVIEW – The website for the Cobra RAD 700i laser radar detector says that it “makes you drive smarter and safer,” and that’s what my co-reviewer also said when he convinced me this was a gadget he needed to have. I figured it couldn’t hurt to be more aware of our surroundings while on the
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REVIEW – Think about where you clock most of your hours. Sleep and work probably rank right up there. Your desk might be for work or gaming but either way it’s a lot of time sitting and in my opinion quality and good ergonomics are worth paying for. Secretlab’s TITAN Evo gaming chair recently arrived
Secretlab TITAN Evo Gaming Chair review – Way too good to be a secret Read More
REVIEW – The Outdoor Edge Pivot Knife is a ‘neck knife’ or ‘boot knife’. I’ve heard this style referred to as a ‘LDK’ or ‘last ditch knife’. Enough quote marks for one review. The Pivot knife is versatile enough to be carried in all those ways, or even in a pocket with the belt clip
Outdoor Edge Pivot knife review – For boot, belt or neck Read More
REVIEW – By now, it has to be very clear that I am in the middle of a mini PC craze and can’t get enough of them. So far, I have been very impressed by the designs and what they can include regarding ports and features, as well as raw power and expandability. So, as
KAMRUI AK1PLUS Mini PC review Read More
REVIEW – I’ve reviewed two mountain bike-style e-bikes for The Gadgeteer and liked them both: the TurboAnt Thunder T1 & the Heybike Brawn. I wanted to try a cargo-style bike on for size because my main uses are commuting and carrying groceries. The Rattan Quercus appealed to me because it seemed designed especially for those types
Rattan Quercus Premium Long Range Utility Ebike review – The Swiss Army Knife of Ebikes Read More
REVIEW – A couple of years ago, I reviewed the Edifier NeoBuds Pro True Wireless earbuds. I Liked them—quite a bit. In fact, I still have and use them. Now, Edifier has released their successor—the NeoBuds Pro 2 True Wireless Noise Cancelation In-ear Headphones. Edifier has promoted the “earphones” from Earbuds to In-ear Headphones. Is
REVIEW – After testing and reviewing several products made by Kwumsy, I am quite familiar with their style and the innovation they work to deliver with each device type. One of their products that I previously tested was the Kwumsy K1 mechanical keyboard that featured a flat small touchscreen monitor built in right above the
REVIEW – 7 years ago, I reviewed the Flic wireless smart button, and now I am happy to have the chance to test drive the Flic Starter Kit that includes the latest version of the Flic buttons as well as the Flic Hub Mini and the Flic Twist. It’s time to click and twist our
Flic Starter Kit review – Automation with a click and a twist! Read More
REVIEW – Govee has released a dizzying array of smart lighting products over the last few years, and I’m always a sucker for trying out new models in my house (often to the annoyance of my partner, she’s much less enthusiastic about adding RGB lights everywhere). Govee sent over their Govee Cube Wall Sconces, so
Govee Cube Wall Sconces review – nice customizable RGB wall sconces Read More
REVIEW – After reviewing a few laser engravers, I’ve discovered some features that are important to me: an automatic air assist, autofocusing, and an easy way to position the laser over my material. When the iKier K1 Pro Max came up for review, I was eager to try it because it has all of the
iKier K1 Pro Max laser engraver review – 5 features make it an awesome engraver! Read More