REVIEW – I’m a fan of the keto diet as it pertains to helping me keep my blood glucose levels in the non-diabetic range. I’m pre-diabetic continue to explore low carb meal replacement foods, blood glucose monitoring systems, and now blood ketone meters like the i-Sens KetoSens blood ketone monitoring system. Let’s take a closer […]
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NEWS – Unless you’re an alien or have no fingers, you most likely have fingernails. And if you like to keep those nails short and tidy, you need to cut them semi-frequently. You can keep a dedicated nail clipper in your pocket just for this task, or you can update your EDC knife to a
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REVIEW – Technology has come a long way in just the past five years. When they first came out, 3D printers were well beyond the price range of most labs not to mention an ordinary citizen. Now anyone with a few hundred dollars to spare can purchase one. The question is always which one to
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REVIEW – As I continue to enjoy reviewing Litheli tools and how much they help me around my home, I have been focusing on gardening. This Litheli 40V 22″ Cordless Hedge Trimmer is my next test as I deal with some unruly trees that I need to shape up. What is it? The Litheli 40V
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DEAL NEWS – One of my favorite iPhone case and accessory makers, Totallee, is currently running a 50% off sitewide sale. The company says the sale is to “make room in their warehouse for new iPhone 13 products.” The sale started yesterday, July 28th, and will run for the next two weeks. The promotion includes
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REVIEW – I have never used a room air purifier before, even though I am a prime candidate for one. I have allergies and a dog that sheds like crazy, spreading hair and pet dander everywhere. I finally decided to take the plunge and review the TR-8080 Air Purifier from Dreamegg. Because everyone deserves a
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REVIEW – Olight is well known for its quality EDC flashlights and now they have something new. It’s the Olight Open Pro EDC penlight. It’s a pen, it’s a flashlight, and it’s even a laser pointer. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Olight Open Pro EDC penlight is a ballpoint pen with a
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REVIEW – I continue to test various home security cameras to see which ones work around my home to provide good video and responsive alerts. I also like cameras that offer cloud-based storage and that can be solar-powered. Let’s take a look at this Vacos Cam IR – Outdoor Rechargeable Battery/Solar Powered Wireless IP Security
DEAL NEWS – If you ship a lot of packages from your home or small business, a dedicated shipping label printer like these two from iDPRT can make your job a whole lot easier and faster. The SP410 and SP420 thermal printers are compatible with Windows and Mac computers and are able to print out
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REVIEW – I am a fan of retro design and I love having retro appliances around my home. I am very delighted to be able to test and review this BUYDEEM 4-Slice Toaster. What is it? The BUYDEEM 4-Slice Toaster features extra-wide slots wrapped in a retro stainless steel body. It has a bagel and
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REVIEW – The Brewferm homebrew starter kit comes neatly packaged in its own fermenting barrel, with ingredients, instructions and accouterments inside. My husband and I have always wanted to try brewing our own beer, and it was great to have a kit to start us off. What is it? A homebrewing kit with nearly all
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NEWS – For those that have used one, the AppleTV remote has never been very popular. The main reasons being that it is small and hard to grip. Accessory maker Elago solved those issues with their popular silicone AppleTV remote control cases. Apple recently upgraded the AppleTV remote, making it more user-friendly. However, it is
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DEAL NEWS – Our friends at Olight are back with another flash sale. This time they are introducing their first-ever flashlight pen, the Open Pro. This Summer Flash Sale starts tonight at 8:00 PM 7/26/21 and runs to 11:59 PM Friday 7/30/21 EDT. During this sale, a free X9R Cell keychain flashlight (value $15.95)
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REVIEW – Most of us have spent our entire lives using gasoline or corded electric lawn tools. I had infamously bad gas lawnmowers when I was a kid, where you had to yank the starter cord 10 or more times with all your kid-strength to get it going, then you had the hassle of mixing
REVIEW – I used to think that when you went for a hike, any comfortable backpack would do. That is, until I went on a longer, more intense day trip with a normal backpack. My shoulders were sore and my back was covered in sweat. Since then, I’ve been using backpacks made for hikes, and
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NEWS – The StatGear SwissQlip makes the most recognizable EDC multi-tool even more useful by adding a pocket clip. Available in black or chrome, the SwissQlip is compatible with a variety of 91mm Victorinox knives (check StatGear’s site – link below for the full list. Adding this clip to your knife is simple because it
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NEWS – If you’re a regular here (and if not, you should be!), you’ll remember that I showed you a rodless fishing reel a couple of weeks ago. I thought it was cool because it was super compact and a great little addition to a bugout bag or EDC. But today, I have one that
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REVIEW – Home Automation is fun! I previously reviewed SwitchBot’s curtain robot system and liked it very much. Now SwitchBot has released motion sensors and contact switches to enhance their already impressive lineup of home automation fun! What is it? The SwitchBot Motion Sensor is a battery-operated, motion and light sensor that pairs with software
REVIEW – I’ve talked before about how reliant we Gadgeteers are on power. We love gadgets and gadgets love power. How about a gadget that doesn’t run on power – it creates power! Let’s take a look at the SunJack 25W foldable ETFE monocrystalline solar panel charger with two 10,000mAh power bank batteries system. How’s
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NEWS – Meross has announced the availability of a HomeKit enabled LED floor lamp, the MSL610HK. Coming in a three-piece modular design, this lamp can be adjusted up to 54.7 inches, or 22 inches for use on a desk, with the included base or clamp. The MSL610HK Smart Floor Lamp features a flexible gooseneck and
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