Jlab Epic Lux Lab Edition ANC over-ear headphones review

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REVIEW – I love several genres of music, instrumental smooth jazz, and Latin jazz. I have been an audiophile for years. While I have owned very expensive audiophile headphones, I have learned to appreciate not-so-expensive headphones that still offer good sound for a good price, making them a great bang for the buck. JLab is […]

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Ecovacs DEEBOT X9 PRO OMNI robot mop/vac review – The Best gets incrementally better!

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REVIEW – A few weeks ago, on March 29, 2025, we published my review of the best robot vac/mop I ever tested – the DEEBOT X8 PRO OMNI robot vacuum and mop from Ecovacs. You can imagine my surprise when I got an offer to review the brand-spanking new DEEBOT X9 PRO OMNI a few

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Chrome Industries Kadet Max WP bag review – A lightweight messenger that’s built to get wet

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REVIEW – Chrome Industries has been making bags for 30 years now and have a loyal fanbase as a result. It all started with a messenger, so it’s only fitting that their newest it a minimalistic, super lightweight, waterproof version of… you guessed it, a messenger; an update to their Kadet line no less. Whether

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Mophie Powerstation 10K Power Bank (Gen3) review – A portable, quick fix when your phone is dangerously low on juice.

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REVIEW – When it comes to portable chargers, you have two main options; wired or wireless. Wired has been my go-to for portable charging as I can charge multiple items on one battery pack. The Mophie Powerstation 10k Power Bank intrigued me quite a bit, as it had the versatility I enjoy, coupled with fast

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Jabra Evolve2 65 Flex headset review – Travel Headset for Remote Workers

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REVIEW – I bought the Jabra Evolve2 65 mono earpiece headset at the beginning of the pandemic when I first started working remotely. It’s been great to use every day, and I have no complaints. I still use it every day. When the Jabra Evolve2 65 Flex came out, I was interested to see the

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Withings ScanWatch Nova Brilliant Edition smartwatch review – yes, it IS brilliant

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REVIEW – Let me begin this review by stating how much I loved my Apple Watch. It fairly covered most of what I could ever want in a smart watchβ€”and more. However, one of the things I did not like about it was having to charge it every day. That’s no surprise, because the Apple

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ACCU LEVEL Swift Lift basketball hoop basketball hoop review – A slam dunk for the whole family

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REVIEW – In a previous review I may have mentioned how vertically challenged I am (at 5’7” on a good day with shoes on).Β  So basketball has never been my sport.Β  But I love to play.Β  Good or not.Β  The ACCU LEVEL Swift Lift basketball hoop Hoop 44” finally allows me to play at home,

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The OG of minimalist wallets has gone from metal to leather

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NEWS – The Ridge Biflex wallet is a big shift from Ridge’s classic all-metal wallets, bringing a softer, more flexible feel to your EDC. Instead of aluminum or titanium, the Biflex uses premium full-grain, oil-waxed leather sourced from a Gold-certified tannery. This gives the wallet a traditional look that gets better with age, developing a

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Playamigo Portable Chair review

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REVIEW – Get your outdoor chill on! The Playamigo Portable Chair is a combination chair and carryall designed for optimal relaxation at the beach, outdoor festivals, or sporting events. This clever design sports multiple carry and lounging options to match your relaxed vibe. We shall evaluate whilst we chill. To the review! β¬‡οΈŽΒ Jump to summaryΒ (pros/cons)

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VSSL Nest Pour Over with Java G25 Grinder bundle review – great coffee, anywhere!

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REVIEW – I love camping and spending time in the woods.Β  My favorite time camping is in the mornings, before most people are awake.Β  Making coffee outside while camping is a bit of a ritual for me and a very special time. The VSSL Nest Pour Over Kit + Java G25 grinder bundle makes it a

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Pen or pencil? The O’Pen Mini 2 EDC mini pen gives you both!

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NEWS – The O’Pen Mini 2 is a great addition to any EDC or mini pen collection, thanks to its unique reverse S-shaped bolt-action mechanism that lets you smoothly switch between a 0.7mm ballpoint pen and a graphite β€œpencil” tip. Whether jotting quick notes or sketching ideas, this dual-function pen has you covered without needing

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Underdog Glasses are the flip-up solution to sunglasses hassles

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NEWS – Underdog Glasses are a clever alternative to traditional sunglasses that ditch the discomfort for a design that is way more comfortable and convenient. Instead of resting on your nose and ears, Underdog Glasses clip right onto the brim of your hat. That means no more sore ears and no sunglasses slipping down your

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Acmer P2 33W laser engraver cutting machine review – Powerful!

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REVIEW – My first experience with a laser engraver was about a year ago when I reviewed the WAINLUX K10 Mini Laser Engraver. It was a good entry-level device that allowed me to understand how engravers work and what’s possible. That first engraver was 3W and had a working area of 80mm x 80mm. At

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SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Gen 3 Keyboard review

REVIEW – Though I dabble in mobile gaming on my iPad Pro, my favorite gaming platform is still my Windows 10 gaming computer with games that I purchase from Steam.Β  There are so many choices, Steam has great sales, and many indie games these days are surprisingly good.Β  I’ve had my current gaming keyboard for

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BougeRV CRX2 31QT Battery Powered Insulated Dual-Zone Portable Fridge review

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REVIEW – I absolutely love dual-power, dual-zone portable refrigerators. The concept of keeping food coldβ€”or even frozenβ€”using just 12 VDC car power is undeniably exciting. That’s why I was eager to explore the latest model from BougeRV. This portable refrigerator/freezer has an intriguing feature that I believe will set the standard for future designs in

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LIFX Oval Capsule LED ceiling light review – Add some sunlight to your ceiling

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REVIEW – LEDs continue to replace incandescent bulbs in more and more locations. My new house has no ceiling fixtures in the bedrooms (why not?), which was a drawback that I am in the process of rectifying. I replaced the very decorative fixture that the lady who owned my house previously had over the front

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Julie’s favorite gear, ANNKE PoE camera, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW UPDATES – There are thousands of sites on the web that post product reviews, but here at The Gadgeteer, we take things further than 99.9% of those sites because we update our reviews regularly for the products that we love and even hate. Our frequent review updates let you know how well a product

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