NEWS – Saddleback Leather is always doing interesting things with new leather designs including takes on classic leather forms like Gladstone-style bags. Their recent releases have played with variations on hard-sided cases… which brings us to the brand new Grandfather Backpack Case released this week. The Grandfather Backpack Case is a hard-sided briefcase — box […]
REVIEW – It usually seems like a great idea to increase value by taking several products and building them into a single innovative and well-constructed package, which is what the Hohem iSteady Q gimbal is. It does what it does very well. But in my experience with it, I kept coming back to the same
Hohem iSteady Q gimbal review – Well built, great value, but do you need it? Read More
NEWS – I don’t remember if it was the 70s, but my mind is saying yes to me being a Rubik Cube champion back then. I can remember that it was huge to have one in your school bag and even more credit if you knew how to solve the puzzle. At that time of
Rubik’s Connected Cube can make me feel like a kid and a champion once again!! Read More
REVIEW – Do you have an iPad or Android tablet that you use to take notes for meetings or school? A tablet is a great tool, but some people may find it to be counterproductive due to distractions from apps, social media, etc. For those of you who prefer digital to analog, I have a
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I love growing things. Flowers, grass, veggies, you name it. While I’m pretty good at growing things outdoors, I’m a lot less good at growing things indoors, which is why I am excited about an upcoming Kickstarter by Elecrow. Their new gadget is called the GrowCube, and it’s an automatic watering system
Elecrow GrowCube review (part 1) – Will it give you green thumb powers? Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I’m sure you have a drawer full of USB cables or if you’re an iPhone person, you might have a drawer full of Lightning cables. But do you have a USB cable that you can customize with animations or text? I didn’t think so. So today, we’re going to look at the
mobfree PixelCable review – It’s not your ordinary USB cable Read More
NEWS – In the last few years, percussive muscle massagers have been a popular health and fitness gadget as we well know because we’ve posted plenty of massager reviews here on The Gadgeteer. Well, now we have facial massagers because who doesn’t want their face vibrated in the name of beauty and relaxation? The new
This massager will jack hammer your face, but in a GOOD way! Read More
REVIEW – Tower fans all about the noise—or lack of it. Our household has three tower fans in different rooms. What we were missing is a fan for the spare bedroom. We wanted something effective, but quiet. Tower fans fit the bill quite well. They are tall and skinny, so they can be tucked in
Dreo Pilot Max Tower Fan with Remote review – A Tower of Cool Read More
REVIEW – I’ve been thinking about joining the ranks of 3D printer aficionados for some time, but reluctant to jump into the growing ranks of printers until I found one that could print large models. That’s where the Artillery Sidewinder X2 3D printer that I was sent to review from Geekbuying.com comes in. Since this
Artillery Sidewinder X2 3D printer review – Beware, PEBKAC! Read More
NEWS – Is it weird that I have a desire to start collecting wallets even if I never plan to use them? Yeah, I thought so. But don’t you have the same thought when you look at the Rusty Steel Puzzle wallet from 2OfUsLV? I’m really digging the steampunk vibe with the combo of leather
This wallet isn’t very practical for your EDC, but it’s just so cool! Read More
REVIEW – Guitarists of all types want an amp at some point. Acoustic players want to be heard above the other instruments or voices they may be playing with. Electric players want to just hear the actual sounds, but also usually want to add some effects to the bare sound, which, until the age of
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NEWS – At first glance, this hardshell wallet looks pretty awesome with its fanning slot design that can hold up to 10 cards, cash, and receipts. When you open the Ögon Designs Aluminum Code Wallet, it opens like a file cabinet with folders that spread open to reveal the contents for easy retrieval. We’ve seen
Is this the world’s most inconvenient wallet or is it a genius idea? Read More
REVIEW – As I mentioned in previous reviews, I am a serious DIYer, and I make sure that I have every tool for every task. That is an expensive approach, so I am very pleased when I get the opportunity to test and review tools. Since I have been remodeling my basement including building walls
Walabot DIY 2 visual stud finder review – Does it give you X-ray vision? Read More
REVIEW – When I was a kid I had a cheap microscope that I received as a gift and was excited to try out. I think I looked at about three things, and then never touched it again, despite a lifelong interest in science. I don’t know if it was ADHD, or that it was
OSCTAN Intelligent Microscope review – great science kit! Read More
REVIEW – Since we moved into our new house in late June of last year, I have been trying to optimize my work from home office. My desk is very wide at 66 inches. Clamp-on desk lamps would not illuminate my entire workspace. I also needed a light that was flexible enough to continue lighting
Lastar Modern Pro LED Floor Lamp – It brightens up my day review Read More
NEWS – If I look around my home long enough, it is very likely that I will find at least half a dozen notebooks with notes that continue from one to the other simply because I needed to write more but could not erase the previous notes once I was done with them. Apart from
REVIEW – It might not seem like much to plug your phone into the car to access Android Auto each time you get in for a trip, but a few days with the Motorola MA1 Wireless Android Auto Car Adapter will change your mind. What is it? If you’ve bought or rented a new car
Motorola MA1 Wireless Android Auto Car Adapter review – It just works! (most of the time) Read More
NEWS – Just like apps for your phone, there’s a holiday for everything including one for EDC knife fans! Today is International Knife Sharpening Day and our friends at WESN want you to celebrate by: Taking up your blades. Sharpening them. Take a photo of your rejuvenated knife collection. Tag #IKSDay. Whether you’re sharpening a
Today is International Knife Sharpening Day! Is your EDC knife sharp enough? Read More
NEWS – A few months ago, I reported on a tiny rearview bicycle mirror that attaches to your bike’s handlebars. Several people commented that they thought the placement and size made the design less than useful. Then long-time reader Alan emailed me with what appears to be a much better design. The Specchio glasses-mounted magnetic
This mini rearview bicycle mirror attaches directly to your glasses Read More
REVIEW – If you’re a gun owner, safety should be your highest priority. My old pistol safe needed to be replaced, so I jumped at the chance to review the WINCENT Biometric Gun Safe for Pistols v2.0. What is it? The WINCENT Biometric Gun Safe for Pistols is a biometric, key, and code-accessible gun safe
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