Insect Lab uses real insects in their steampunk bug sculptures

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NEWS – I don’t know if gears and springs make insects less scary, but they sure make them a heck of a lot more interesting. Check out these awesome sculptures from Insect Lab. Made from non-endangered, threatened, or black market insects, along with metal gears, springs, screws, etc retrieved from watches, sewing machines, and more.

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Satechi 108w Pro USB-C PD Desktop Charger review

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REVIEW – In the past few months, I think it’s safe to say we’ve all had to make adjustments to our workplace and home workstations. For many, this is something new, but for others (myself included), it presented a chance to update some behind-the-scenes items, like the power chargers that I’m keeping on various work

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Make your Taco Tuesday healthier with Taco Toaster

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NEWS – It seems like every single week, there’s a Tuesday in there, somewhere, and that means Taco Tuesday!  Soft taco shells are healthier than hard shells, since hard shells are fried, and that means more calories and fat. But hard shells are fun with their crunch and texture. What if you could enjoy crunchy

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RAVPower 30000mAh 100W Power Bank 60W PD 3.0 Output AC Portable Charger review

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REVIEW – Being able to work off of the grid is ideal for me even when I am at home and using my mobile devices. I like to be able to work wherever I want to even if there is no electrical outlet nearby or without having to run extension cords. During this time as

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SuperCalla: a magnetic coiling data/charging cable that is also a fidget toy!

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Charging and data transfer cables are often an annoying messy necessity. Why not make them fun and tidier all at the same time? SuperCalla is a data/charging cable that has been redesigned. It has several ring magnets located at certain distances along the length of the cable so that the cable can

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Pull your kids around on a JetKids suitcase and then use it to “upgrade” their airline seat

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NEWS – One day, we will get back to traveling again and when we do, this may be the suitcase you need if you happen to have toddlers. The JetKids suitcase by Stokke is a hard plastic carry-on sized suitcase that is rugged enough to pull your kids around the airport so you don’t have

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Sabrent 1TB Rocket Nano external aluminum SSD review

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REVIEW – There are numerous uses for external portable drives. I have several portable drives, but when the opportunity to review the 1TB Rocket Nano External Aluminum SSD came along, I jumped at the chance to check out one of the smallest drives I’ve seen yet. What is it? The Rocket Nano External Aluminum SSD

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Inertix Cyberpunk knife, Stay Safe Carabiner, and the Ekster Key Holder – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Today we have an EDC themed set of crowdfunding campaigns. If you’re a pocket gear fan, you’ll want to check out these three products that are seeking funding. Inertix Cyberpunk Pocket Exoblade Knife What is it? The Inertix is a knife that is unlike any knife that I’ve seen before. To me,

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Mophie Powerstation with Power Delivery review

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REVIEW – My wife and I enjoy hiking at state parks.  These days COVID-19 is severely curtailing our activities, but once it’s over we plan to get back out into nature.  When hiking all day, it’s easy to find yourself with a phone whose battery is nearly drained.  For times like this, it’s nice to

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MagEasy Folio and Board review – A magnetic modular organization system for your office tools

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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I’m the type of person who performs and focuses best when my work area is neat, tidy, and all my needed tools are within reach. With many offices going to open concept working areas instead of cubicles with a desk and cabinets that are assigned to one worker, it can be tough

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Lectrify BlackPods Pro review – Super cool looking and super fake

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REVIEW – I get it. Apple’s AirPods Pro in-ear headphones are crazy expensive—and also crazy good. However, not everyone can or will spend that kind of money on earphones, no matter how good they may be. The AirPods Pro earphones come in any color you prefer—as long as it’s white. So what do you do

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STM ChargeTree smart multi-device wireless charger review

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REVIEW – The STM in the name STM Goods stands for Smarter Than Most.  The ChargeTree is their latest product, a smart wireless charger specifically aimed at your Apple products.  I am a big fan of doing more and doing it more efficiently, so being able to charge 3 devices on one unit appeals to

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Apple Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro: First impressions

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ARTICLE – Nearly as soon as it was announced, I ordered one of Apple’s Magic Keyboards for my recently-acquired 11” iPad Pro (first generation). And when it arrived today, I eagerly got it set up and started typing out my first impressions. Previously, I had been using a spare Mac Magic Keyboard and a Twelve-South

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Pitaka MagEZ Bar wall mounted wireless charger review

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REVIEW – I love having options for charging my wireless devices and having the convenience in every room of my home. Qi wireless charging has resulted in an explosion of available options with each company working to add a newer and better level of convenience and practicality. Let’s take a look at the Pitaka MagEZ

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