Reviews about interesting gadgets, gear, mobile technology and lifestyle products.
REVIEW – Last summer, my mother’s pool filter sprung a leak, spewing thousands of gallons of water out onto her lawn in minutes. Had she not been there, the loss could have resulted in losing its prime and damage to the motor. A camera like SwitchBot Outdoor Spotlight cam and remote switch could save the […]
SwitchBot Outdoor Spotlight Cam and Solar panel review – Your home’s eyeball! Read More
REVIEW – Ever since our energy grid failed us back in 2021 during that big snow event, I have been paranoid about having some backup power available. We have been getting notifications and warnings this summer to conserve energy and protect our electric grid. We have had over 32 days of 100 degrees or higher.
MOKiN Energy Smart PD Pioneer AC300W power station and 120W foldable solar charger review Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Do me a favor and walk around your house and garage to count the number of flashlights you have. Now count how many of them need batteries or no longer work. I did this exercise and I counted 23. 23 flashlights of different shapes and sizes that required 4A, 3A, 2A, 9-volt,
urFlamp V63 retractable flashlight review – You choose the battery and the size! Read More
REVIEW – As an elder millennial, I’m well into the phase of life where everything constantly hurts, and I’ve begun pulling back and leg muscles on an annual/semi-annual basis instead of every few years. When the offer to review the Healing Mosey MoseyLumbar™ Multi-function Lumbar Lift and Lower Back Massage Device came in, I had
REVIEW – As far back as I can remember, I have always had a fear of house fires. I think it may have to do with the destruction that I witnessed as a kid that was caused by a house fire. Since then, I have been very diligent in making sure that there are smoke
X-Sense Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector with Voice Location review Read More
REVIEW – Red light therapy is all the rage these days. It is claimed to help relieve joint pain, relieve muscle pain, reduce inflammation, and reduce fat. Lucky for you, I have all those things so today, we’re looking at the NIVIOP red light therapy belt. Let’s see if a little light can make some
NIVIOP Red Light Therapy Belt review – Fat reduction? No! Pain relief? Yes! Read More
REVIEW – When I’m working out in the gym or running outside I prefer open ear headphones that allow me to maintain awareness of what’s happening around me. I had previously reviewed some bone conduction headphones that I really like and still use but I wanted to see if the Tozo Open Buds could provide
Tozo Open Buds Earphones review – my new favorites Read More
REVIEW – When you’re looking for a power station, there are quite a few features and specifications to pay attention to. Do you want the power station to last you years and years (probably, with such a large investment), or do you value fast wall recharging of the station over longevity? How many devices do
VigorPool Captain 1200 Portable Power Station review – meet the Captain Read More
REVIEW – I know that I’m not the only person who struggles to eat the recommended daily amounts of fruits and vegetables. The current # of recommended servings per day is 5 servings! Heck, I’m lucky to eat that many servings in a whole week! When I was offered the opportunity to try SaladPower veggie
SaladPower organic smoothie review – 2x your daily vegetable requirement without gagging! Read More
REVIEW – One never knows when they will be called to duty… If you are the person that your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors call when something breaks and they know you are “electrically inclined,” PC Doodle’s updated Volty Switch multimeter belongs in your pocket! What is it? The Volty Switch is a tiny multimeter
PC Doodle Volty Switch (2023) review – Turns a multi-tool into a multimeter! Read More
REVIEW – When you review as many gadgets as I do, you need a lot of outlets to charge things. I don’t really like crawling around under my desk so I was interested in trying out the Baseus PowerCombo 6 in 1 Power Strip when it was offered for review. It’s “prettier” than a traditional
Baseus PowerCombo 6 in 1 Power Strip review Read More
REVIEW – There are iPad stands all over my house. Some have attendant keyboards and/or displays. I love each and every single one and use them all almost daily. When the iVolver laptop stand was offered to the editors of The Gadgeteer for review, I was really excited, because even though it is billed as
iVolver Laptop stand review Read More
REVIEW – It was almost with perfect timing that Fluentalk made available their newest translation device, the Fluentalk T1 Mini. This timing would allow for its use on a previously planned trip to Japan. Exactly how useful is a device like this and do you need a separate device to perform routine translation tasks while
Fluentalk T1 Mini by Timekettle review – Don’t speak the language? No problem! Read More
REVIEW – Like many other Gadgeteers out there, when we get a new phone, that means that it’s also time to get a new case for it. For me, my new phone is a Google Pixel Fold. Yes, after 3 years away from the platform I’ve switched from the iPhone back to Android. I really
Bellroy Google Pixel Fold leather case review Read More
REVIEW – My house has a very common problem: My HVAC doesn’t cool and heat all rooms evenly. The master bedroom is on one side of the house and is right under the HVAC system, and my office is on the opposite side of the house. In the summer, the master bedroom is too cool
Flair Smart Vents review – keeping my office cool Read More
REVIEW – Most of us use a smartphone these days, but our most desired traits and features can vary wildly from person to person. For years since the inception of smartphones there weren’t many, if any, gaming focused devices until the last few years. This market segment has exploded with new options, and REDMAGIC has
REDMAGIC 8S Pro smartphone review – for when you need ALL the power Read More
REVIEW – Technical support for lounging – that’s what this modern lifestyle has come down to. Today’s gadget is a pillow that makes it easier for you to lie down on the job – the Prone Cushion. It’s soft, yet firm, and allows you to relax while giving you great support. Ready? Let’s take
Prone Cushion review – makes lying down on the job fun Read More
REVIEW – 2023 has been a real year of progress for me in my quest to transform my backyard into an oasis for me and my family. This year I have managed to make several of my visions a reality including building planter beds and an Arbor all from my own design ideas. Then to
Breeo Luxeve Smokeless Fire Pit and X Series Chair review – create your own backyard oasis Read More
REVIEW – Nearly all of us carry a smartphone these days, but when it comes to mobile gaming touchscreen controls can range from slightly inconvenient to infuriating. There are quite a few high quality games (not to mention cloud streaming services) that are ported from consoles or designed for controllers and then adapted to touch
Backbone One gaming controller review – mobile gaming controller done right Read More
REVIEW – The Wuben L1 flashlight not only has two light heads but they have a unique swivel feature which changes the configuration of the light and how you hold and use it. It comes with a large capacity battery and throws a little or a lot of light. Is there a fly in the
Wuben L1 flashlight review – A two-headed handful of light! Read More