EarFun Air 2 Wireless Bluetooth earbuds review – Sleek, full-featured, great sound, and affordable

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REVIEW – Back in May 2020, I reviewed the original EarFun Air earbuds, and I was quite impressed with them, even stating that they were, “the best I’ve reviewed yet.”  When Julie offered the opportunity to review the EarFun Air 2, I was curious to discover if the sequel could improve upon the original.  Let’s

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TORRAS COOLiFY Cyber Smart AI-control neck air conditioner review

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REVIEW – With 74 100 plus degree days in San Antonio, Texas in 2023, I want to be prepared for another heat wave this year.  I have kept my eye out for any type of cooling devices coming up for review on The Gadgeteer, so when the TORRAS COOLiFY Cyber Smart AI-control neck air conditioner

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Olight celebrates its 17th anniversary with a sale, free gift, and a Gadgeteer giveaway!

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NEWS – Olight has just kicked off its 17th anniversary sale with up to 40% off various flashlights and other EDC gear. In addition to these big discounts, they are also giving away an i3E EOS flashlight. This flashlight is worth $12.99 and will be available while supplies last for new and existing customers who have created

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GEEKOM IT12 mini PC is now $100 cheaper – Grab yours today!

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DEAL NEWS – Tech enthusiasts and bargain hunters, take note! The GEEKOM IT12 Mini PC, known for its compact size and powerful performance, is now available at an incredible discount. For a limited time, you can snag this mini computing powerhouse for $100 off its regular price. The GEEKOM IT12 is not just any mini PC; it’s a

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Synido MIDI Keyboard Controller Beat Maker Machine review – a great compact MIDI keyboard and keypad

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REVIEW – Like many middle-class American kids, I was forced to learn piano growing up. Even though I hated this at first, I eventually came around and also elected to play in the school band, and have loved to learn and play new instruments ever since. I mostly noodle around randomly and make up things

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Withings ScanWatch Nova review – My Apple Watch now sits in a drawer

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REVIEW – What defines a watch? Years ago, that would have been silly to ask. Today, however, it’s a legitimate question. In nine short years, the most popular watch in the world—by far—is the Apple Watch. But is it really a watch? To me, a watch is a mechanical time-keeping device worn either in a

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PopSockets PopWallet+ for MagSafe review – turns out, you CAN take it with you!

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REVIEW – PopSockets™ phone holders have been around long enough to almost define the category, like ChapStik™ or Kleenex™. There are other methods for gaining a more secure grip on your phone, but having a stick-on knob that can be compacted when not needed is their claim to fame. Today, I’m looking at a new

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IKEA is launching a new gaming centric product line – meet BRÄNNBOLL

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NEWS – Swedish furniture maker IKEA has announced a new lineup focused on bringing gaming anywhere in the home.  The BRÄNNBOLL line is a refreshing take on the ‘gamer’ aesthetic – vibrant colors and gaming specific utility are found across a variety of pieces that would fit into any decor.  Chairs, storage, and desks are all part

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Save %40 off the OpenRock S air conduction earbuds for a limited time

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DEAL NEWS – Designed to provide excellent bass performance and all-day wearing comfort without making your ears or your wallet cry, the OpenRock S earbuds are currently on sale during OpenRock’s Spring sale. These earbuds stand out for their unbeatable battery life of 60 hours when used with the included charging case. For comfort, the

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Timekettle X1 AI Interpreter Hub review – A global communication tool in the palm of your hand

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REVIEW – In this global economy, it is fairly commonplace to have meetings that involve players across geographies. That comes with communication challenges as everyone doesn’t necessarily speak the same language. Even within a single language, there can be a variety of dialects that can complicate communication. Google Translate and other language apps can help

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Maxfind Glider G5 Pro Electric Scooter review – I love me some acceleration

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REVIEW – One of the perks of being a Gadgeteer is getting to try out a variety of electric scooters. I’ve tested (or personally bought) a wide assortment of them so far ranging from heavy 30+ mph models with off-road tires and suspension to very compact and light versions with equally small range and weak

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The James Brand Carter XL folding knife review – great design for a not so great price

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REVIEW – I’ve owned a lot of knives over the years so by now I know what I want in an everyday carry knife and which features are important to me. The James Brand Carter XL checks all the blocks for me specification wise so let’s see how it does in practice. What is it?

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Anker SOLIX C800 Plus power station review

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REVIEW – Most people know what to look for in a portable power station. The technology is starting to level off between manufacturers. Things like using LiFePO4 batteries, super fast recharging, USB-C ports, and apps for your phone are all becoming more normal and expected. To separate itself, Anker has developed the SOLIX C800 Plus

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Blipblox SK2 synthesizer review – electronic music fun for kids and adults alike

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REVIEW – There’s been a running prank war in my extended family for years where we like to give other nieces and nephews loud and obnoxious kids toys (like drum sets, karaoke machines, etc.). At first glance, I thought I would be inflicting a prank upon my own household by volunteering to review the Blipblox

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Take your gaming on the go with this deal on the XREAL Air 2 Pro!

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NEWS – Portable gaming usually translates to a small screen experience, but AR glasses can give you a big screen in a small, inconspicuous package.  For a limited time, XREAL is bundling a pair of noise canceling soundcore Liberty 4’s with the Air 2 Pro glasses. The Air 2 Pro is the latest iteration of XREAL

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Sunlu FilaDryer S4 filament drying box review – No more stringy PLA for me!

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REVIEW – I got my first 3d filament printer back on 6/27/2022.  It was the Elegoo Neptune 3 that I was able to review for The Gadgeteer.  Since then, I have also had a chance to review the Mingda Magician Max printer and the current printer in my arsenal, the Creality Ender 5 S1. The

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Tops Home Store Titanium Knife review – A tiny pocket knife for less than $9?

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REVIEW – If you need an itsy bitsy teeny weeny EDC knife for your fifth pocket in your jeans, the Tops Home Store Titanium Knife might be the one for you, especially if you want to spend less than $10. Let’s check it out. What is it? The Tops Home Store Titanium Knife is a tiny

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Droyd Zypster Kids Electric Go Kart review – training the next Verstappen

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REVIEW – I had the good fortune of reviewing the FUNTOK Kid’s Electric Ride On car recently, and while I loved a lot of things about it there were some drawbacks such as the size of the vehicle (taking up a third of a car bay in our small 2-car garage). Our little toddler is

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