REVIEW – We have four review updates for you today. We think that you’ll appreciate these regular updates to our reviews that we have posted days, weeks, months, and even decades after the original was posts. Our updates let you know how a product stands the test of time. You’ll find the updates at the […]
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NEWS – I’m sure you’ve heard of the old saying out of sight, out of mind. It certainly is the case when it comes to portable car vacuums. Most of them are large enough that you have to store them in the trunk or back of your vehicle. Which means that you’re less apt to
This portable handheld vacuum fits conveniently in your car’s cupholder Read More
REVIEW – The world of power banks is changing. Manufacturers are using newer circuits to better protect your devices while allowing them to get the full measure of power offered by the various batteries they are connected to. RAVPower, no stranger to this website, has recently released the smallest 10,000 mAh battery pack I have
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NEWS – The Swiss Advance Chrono N5 Leather Knife is a multi-tool that has tools for most of your daily activities, including eating meals. It features and OrbitKey type of design with individual Stainless steel tools that fan out for easy retrieval. The Chrono N5 includes a screwdriver, bottle opener, knife, fish scaler, wire stripper,
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REVIEW – As I start to write this review, I must first confess that each year my handwriting gets worse, and many times I am unable to read what I have written when I need to refer to my notes. For this reason, I have been using a voice-activated recorder at meetings to ensure that
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NEWS – Although the Lever Gear BitVault looks like it might be used to start your car, this rectangular box is really a small storage case that transforms into a multi-tool. It’s available in black or grey, is constructed of a durable metal alloy, and features a built-in carabiner and pocket clip. The BitVault slides
It looks like a keyfob but it’s really a multi-tool Read More
NEWS – Multi-tools are a fantastic part of anyone’s EDC but do you use all their features? Maybe all you use your multi-tool for is to open boxes or tighten a screw. If that’s the case, check out the TaoBar from NexTool. This minimalistic multi-tool is small enough to fit in any pocket or keychain
This tiny multi-tool has a pry bar, box cutter, and more Read More
NEWS – Ooni is known for its outdoor pizza ovens. I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing two of them, the Ooni 3 and Koda. They’re both fantastic. The only small issue I’ve had is where to place the oven when using it. I currently use a small foldable card table covered by a 2-inch
Ooni’s new Modular Tables are as stylish as the pizza ovens they’re made for Read More
REVIEW – The IoT (Internet of Things) continues to expand into all facets of our everyday world, where our refrigerators, barbecues, toothbrushes, doorbells, garage door openers, etc are now “connected” smart devices helping us keep track of every nuance of our existence. As one might expect, this trend has spread to some relatively niche products.
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NEWS – My cat ignores me most of the time, but this can’t hangs on your every command as long as you start that command with “Hey Google”. The Caat is a specially designed silicone case for your Google Nest Mini speaker. Available in White, Black, and Red, the Caat case turns the small round
This cat actually listens to your commands Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I appreciate a good writing instrument, and even more when it’s durable and can be an integral part of my EDC. That’s why the Ti Mini Pen Kickstarter campaign piqued my interest immediately. What is it? The Ti Mini Pen is a short, twist-action pen made from machined Titanium. It includes a
Ti Mini Pen – Notable crowdfunding campaign Read More
REVIEW – Big screen TVs are great and all that, but what if you want to go really big? You can snag Samsung’s 8K 98″ QLED for a cool $60-grand. Of course, for that price, you could also grab a nicely equipped Chevy Suburban or nearly cover a loaded Tesla Model 3. Plus, if you’re
VANKYO Performance V630 native 1080P full HD projector review Read More
NEWS – Fishermen and fisherwomen can use the Gerber Linedriver dual-ended multi-tool to help them quickly tie knots and clear eyelets while the other end of the tool features a crimper, hook threader, and dual serrated scissors. The Gerber Linedriver won’t guarantee that you’ll snag a big fish, but it will help you quickly tie
Linedriver is a multi-tool for fishermen Read More
REVIEW – If you don’t already have a robot vacuum in your home, what the heck are you waiting for? Seriously, robot vacuums in my house have saved me countless hours over the course of the last few years. I very rarely use a manual vacuum to clean my floors because I don’t have to.
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REVIEW – Given the “port reduction” movement on mobile devices, docking stations have become a necessity when one’s main computer is a laptop. With Apple’s recent MacBook and MacBook Pro models, a USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 connection is your only option. So when I got my mid-2019 MacBook Pro, I knew some form of docking station was
Kensington SD5500T Thunderbolt 3& USB-C Dock review Read More
NEWS – The Survival Belt 2.0 from Slidebelts by Brit is not only designed to hold up your pants but the buckle is a 4-in-1 multi-tool. You might say that your Leatherman multi-tool is a better option for your EDC because it features more tools, and you wouldn’t be wrong, but the Survival Belt 2.0
This multi-tool will hold up your pants Read More
REVIEW – In my mind, the Master & Dynamic MW07 earphones are one of—if not the best sounding earphones available today. When you pair their audiophile sound quality with extreme comfort, it’s a winning combination. However, they were not without flaws. Battery life was almost embarrassing and moisture resistance wasn’t great which limited use to
Master & Dynamic MW07 GO and MW07 PLUS earphones review Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Toilet cleaning automation is generally low-tech. You drop a tablet into the tank, where it gradually dissolves over time as its chemicals clean your bowl. The SmartLOO takes this concept and implements in a smarter fashion; that is, it releases a small amount of cleaning chemical every time you flush. This
SmartLOO: Keeping your toilet clean one flush at a time Read More
REVIEW – When I first heard about the BenQ InstaShow Wireless Presentation System, I immediately recognized its ability to mirror presentations from a laptop or such device wirelessly onto a large screen. This I believe is the basis for its design and intended use. However, as a photographer and videographer, I also quickly recognized that
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NEWS – Pad & Quill, maker of fine leather accessories for Apple products, recently announced two new iPhone cases. Made specifically for the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, the new cases are not made of leather, instead the company is using hand-polished wood. The Woodline Slim iPhone 11 Pro Case is made
Pad & Quill’s new iPhone 11 Pro cases showcase hand-polished walnut Read More