When I was a little kid, we had a really large fish tank that I would sit and stare at for what seemed like hours. My Mom had all sorts of health problems, so we didn’t have the tank for long before my Dad got rid of it because it was too much to take […]
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Being one of the writers here at the-Gadgeteer and the father of the Gadgeteer Kid, I am wondering when you tech-savvy, gadget-junkies got your children their first cellphones??? The Gadgeteer Kid is nearing his eighth birthday and that got me thinking at what point should we get him his very own phone. We have various
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I guess it’s no secret that I’m in love with GMail. Earlier this year I posted an article about my experiences switching from my server based email over to GMail for domains. Since then, I’ve been trying out several experimental features in the GMail Labs area. Today I want to briefly tell you about my
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There are dozens of hands-free kits on the market, but the Taurus from Mobilefun distinguishes itself with several unique features, one of which could cause your insurance rates to go up. I’m going to take the unit for a test drive in my Taurus (the car) and I’ll let you know the results. SHARE ON
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Here’s a quirky product – literally. It’s the DigiDude from Quirky. It’s a portable tripod that you can attach easily to your photo gearbag, so that you’ll have it with you whenever you need it. Just unscrew the head and pop out the retractable legs and you’re good to go. Definitely cute and the price
Is it a monster or is it a tripod? Read More
If you are doing things you shouldn’t be doing or you just don’t want people that come into your office seeing what you are looking at or that game of solitaire you are playing on your computer, then you really need to get yourself the Stealth Switch. This handy little gadget will allow you to keep other
How much is your privacy worth? Read More
If you’re like me, you multi-task all day and have notes all over your office and probably at home. So when I came across the Dane-Elec Z-Pen my heart did a little jig. The thought that I had found something that would transcribe all of my notes into type-written text that could easily be filed
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I love receiving gadgets in the mail or buying them at the store. But I hate wrestling hard plastic clamshell packages to get to the yummy gadget goodness inside. Last year I reviewed the Zibra Open It! and it was love at first snip. Now the same people (I think) have a new product on
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Clickfree, makers of the Clickfree Portable Backup System that Bill recently reviewed, is introducing the Transformer for iPhone and iPods. It allows consumers to backup the data on their computer into the excess storage space on their iPhone or iPod. The Transformer can also be used to transfer music from any iPod or iPhone to
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This device from Hammacher Schlemmer looks more like a something from the Spanish Inquisition than a product designed to relieve forearm pain. It replicates the Swedish arm massage technique to soothe the inflamed, stiff extensor and flexor muscles that cause forearm pain. Simply place your arm between the compression spring-loaded rollers, turn the dial to
Torture device or pain reliever? Read More
After viewing some remarkable sample footage from the Internet of the Canon VIXIA HV30 HD Camcorder I had to get one of my own and try it out for myself and see if this camcorder was really as good as the footage I kept seeing. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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Here’s the scenario: You’re in the dark and you need to write something. By some weird coincidence, you’re not a mutant that can see in the dark (if you happen to be a mutant that can see in the dark, well yay for you). So, now what do you do? You use the Pilot’s Pen
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Several months ago, Julie sent me a couple leather iPhone cases to review. After playing around with both of them and using them on a daily basis, I decided I really wanted a silicone case, so I bought a couple online. When all was said and done, I’d used four different cases with my iPhone
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I’m not a big fan of web cams and don’t use them very often. I like the fact that I can roll out of bed with crazy hair and mismatched pajamas, chat with people and they can’t see me. 🙂 If I weren’t so self-conscience, I might be tempted to check out what might be
Scare people even more – 3D web cam Read More
Let it not be said that I’m a tea snob… Here’s an interesting gadget for my coffee loving gadget buddies. It’s the Hourglass Coffee Maker, a cold brewing coffee system. You fill one section with fresh coffee grounds, pour in cold water, leave on the counter over night and wake up in the morning with
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The Archos 704 wifi Mobile DVR is packed with features that are sure to appeal to many different types of consumers. And although it carries a premium price, Archos is hoping that you’ll see the value in the plethora of features and options that the 704 wifi offers. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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This little beauty, otherwise known as the “Mint Tin Pocket Amp” is great for that guitar player on the go. We all knew that Altoids tins were good for storing certain things… However, who would have thought they could be used for this? This mini amp is for the guitar player that just has to
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This is a great and simple idea- a small pair of thermostatically-controlled low-voltage fans that go into a duct and help cool or heat a room. We have the perfect room to test this- a living room with only one dedicated vent, right near an outlet. Even though the thermostat is set to about 82F,
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If it’s an ICON flashlight, the answer is yes. The Rouge 1 and 2 have a high-strength aluminum body with an open architecture design that dissipates heat and fits comfortably in hand. The Rouge 1 is 4.5 inches long and is powered by one AA alkaline battery. The larger Rouge 2 is 6.5 inches long
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Reader Keith Anderson sent me an email earlier today with a cool gear bag that he recently purchased. It’s the Nirvana Seatback Organizer and Travel Tote from Zen Class. It’s designed so that it will attach to the upright tray table on the seatback in front of you on a plane. According to Keith, it
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