In my article Are Gadgets Just for Guys?, I was complaining that perfume was listed as a “gadget” gift for women. I said that unless it came in an air compressor, perfume couldn’t be a gadget. Swiss Army cologne doesn’t come in an air compressor, but it probably is as close to a gadget as perfume […]
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For years now, my family has used neoprene lunch bags from a company called Built. (As I recall, they used to be called BuiltNY.) These bags are sturdy, well-made, and they come in a variety of colors and designs. They hold up really well. We’re still using the bags we bought several years ago. Built
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Manufacturer installed vehicle DVD systems are a terrific option to entertain the little ones, especially on those long road trips that often occur in the warm weather months of spring and summer. A common accessory of these systems are wireless headphones. No wires to get tangled and irritate the kids. I have reviewed the Kidz
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What is a Spot? It’s a special holder / clip to hold earbuds or Bluetooth headset. There’s a Spot for your earbuds ($12.99) and a Spot for your Bluetooth headset ($10.99). I really like the idea of the earbud Spot. Right now I’m using a little magnetic clasp thingy that is basically an updated twisty
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Simple, but what a great idea! This 4-port USB hub from USB Geek replaces the plastic grommet that fits in those cord-corralling holes drilled in the tops of computer desks. It’s USB 2.0 and transfers files at speeds up to 480 Mbps. You can connect up to four high-, full-, or low-speed USB devices and still
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Every time a new mobile gadget becomes popular, it’s not long before Vaja creates a case for it. Vaja has long been known for their luxury leather cases that are designed to protect as well as look fantastic. One of their first iPad offerings is the ivolution Top case. I asked for a sample, they
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The Ultimate Guide To Your Windows Mobile Phone [affiliate link] is a 50 page guide starts with the very basics of Windows Mobile, and quietly builds up its pace to a more advanced level.. There are a few hoops to jump through to get this guide, but it helps The Gadgeteer to earn some some
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Don’t you just hate it when you need a USB cable to charge or sync your favorite device and can’t find one to save your life? The Scosche flipSYNC solves that problem by living on your keychain. It’s roughly the same size as an electronic car door opener /alarm fob and is available in an
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Diane von Furstenberg has been a fashion designer since the early 70s. She became famous for her iconic wrap dress in colorful prints, and now she’s designed a line of covers for the 6″ Amazon Kindle using her signature prints. There’s a black leather clutch case in a zebra print and three canvas clutch cases in
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Not only do I love pocket tool kits, I have a real need to carry a variety of tools with me at work. Not just the pliers and screwdrivers common on most multi-tools, but other tools as well. I was pleasantly surprised by Doc Allen’s Versatool. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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You probably have seen Julie’s review of the Oberon Design Kindle covers, so you know how gorgeous and well-made these leather covers are. Oberon Design has just announced their covers for iPad, and they are just as beautiful and thoughtfully-designed as I expected they would be. They are available in a variety of designs and
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Moshi calls itself the purveyors of electronics fashion. Like fashionable clothing, the Moshi Cardette Ultra has style, but what’s more, the Cardette Ultra is a card reader that holds many capabilities in a small package. The new Moshi Cardette Ultra has been redesigned from the original Cardette to be sleeker and complement iMac’s and MacBooks.
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One of the best methods for keeping your domicile appearing neat and tidy is to simple keep clutter out of sight. Hinge hooks may be a helpful hero here. Installation appears relatively simple, attaching to standard door hinges with no drilling, hardware, or holes, and they allow the use of space behind a door that
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The Gadgeteer has reviewed several M-Edge cases and covers for a variety of ebook readers in the past year or so. I recently have enjoyed trying out three M-Edge accessories for the iPad. I have reviewed the Slip Sleeve envelope-style case and the FlexStand in separate reviews. I’ll be discussing the Flip Jacket in this
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Barnes and Noble is offering five free ebooks for owners of any device using Barnes and Noble ebook reader software. Owners of the nook reader qualify, as do people using the B&N ebook reader software on their iPhone/iPod touch or Blackberry. You just bring your mobile device in, show it to an employee, and you’ll receive
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I reviewed the the Moshi Voice Control Alarm Clock last year and am still using and love it. One of my complaints was the fact that it lacked an FM radio. Well guess what? Moshi has just released an new version of their clock that now includes a radio with 3 presets, as well as
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The NewerTechnology NuGuard is a minimum bulk snap-on case for the iPad that provides a hard shell backing in a one-piece design. Let’s take a closer look. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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The Sony PRS-300 Pocket Edition ebook reader is available at Woot today (5/19/2010) for $109.99. The reader is refurbished, but it comes with the standard accessories (USB cable and the neoprene pouch). All three colors are available. It comes with a 90 day warranty from Sony, and Woot says the reader is authorized for the
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I live in the piedmont region of North Carolina. In exchange for our usually mild winters, we have hot, humid summers that are ripe for thunderstorms and even tornados. (We’ve already had tornados in the area this year, and it’s not even summer yet.) We often also find ourselves in the path of hurricanes. About
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Sony is offering the Sony PRS-600 Touch Reader for $199.99 – a $100 savings off the normal price. The wireless, larger-format Daily Edition Reader has a $50 discount, bringing it to $349.99. The Sony Pocket Edition Reader doesn’t seem to be on sale, but it’s price is now $169.99 – $30 less than I paid
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