Is this the world’s most inconvenient wallet or is it a genius idea?

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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 […]

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Walabot DIY 2 visual stud finder review – Does it give you X-ray vision?

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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

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Lastar Modern Pro LED Floor Lamp – It brightens up my day review

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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

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All you need is a Rocketbook Smart Reusable Notebook and a damp cloth to embark on your passion for writing

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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

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Motorola MA1 Wireless Android Auto Car Adapter review – It just works! (most of the time)

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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

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Today is International Knife Sharpening Day! Is your EDC knife sharp enough?

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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

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This mini rearview bicycle mirror attaches directly to your glasses

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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

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Victorinox Spectra travel gear – is it the swiss army knife of luggage?

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NEWS – A couple of days ago, I told you all about Leatherman’s latest gear which just happens to be t-shirts and hats instead of multi-tools. Now another huge player in the multi-tool/EDC world has rolled out (see what I did there?) new versions of their Spectra line of rolling luggage. The 65% of the

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Leatherman Ainsworth EDC Sheath review – carry your multi-tools in style

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REVIEW – Leatherman brand multi-tools have been part of my EDC since long before EDC became a mainstream term to describe what we carry with us every day.  The problem that I’ve faced has been the tradeoff between pocket space and functionality–the most useful tools often took up too much space in my pocket, even

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Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook review – A better way to take and manage your notes

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REVIEW – The Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook does many things, but its main purpose is to alleviate the need for pen and paper. It allows you to keep all your notes in one place and gives you the ability to search for keywords or labels. What is it? The Mobiscribe Origin E-Ink Notebook is a digital

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