REVIEW – Otterbox is a name that is almost ubiquitous for device protection. I am not a big fan of overly thick, bulletproof-proof cases, but their Western Noir moniker is cute and the patterns are interesting, so when they were offered to the team, I volunteered. And maybe they can be protective without hampering the feel […]
Yippee Ki Yay – Hitting the trail with the Otterbox Western Noir iPhone case Read More
REVIEW – My wife and I are lifelong coffee drinkers—3-4 cups a day each. That’s a lot of coffee over time. As a result, we’ve gone through different types of methods of how to brew coffee. For a long time, we used regular drip machines like Mr. Coffee before graduating to Keurig machines. It took
GEVI Programmable 10-Cup Grind & Brew Coffee Maker review – Coffee and guilt trips Read More
NEWS – Spring cleaning just got a whole lot easier with the Ultenic U12 Vesla Cordless Vacuum Cleaner, now available at 38% off! Originally priced at $189.99, this powerhouse vacuum is yours for just $119.99 during this limited-time deal that ends on February 25, 2025! The Ultenic U12 Vesla is designed to make cleaning effortless
Spring Cleaning Made Easy: Save 38% on the Ultenic U12 Cordless Vacuum! Read More
REVIEW – It’s new phone case season. If you were gifted a new device during the recent/current gift-giving season, you’re probably in the market. We were recently offered two different styles of Kevlar® cases from Benks. I’ve broken the reviews apart because they really are distinct. The Aurora ArmorAir Case built with Kevlar for iPhone
Just enough protection – The Benks Aurora ArmorAir iPhone case built with Kevlar Read More
REVIEW – I wear earbuds several times a day for different activities. I’ve typically gravitated toward the in-ear style that closes off your ear canal. Those sound great and can have noise-canceling technology, but they block out environmental sounds and can get uncomfortable afterward. I’ve been looking for an open-style earbud to overcome these issues
NEWS – If you’re like me, you have several shows you like to watch but either don’t know or can’t remember where they are streaming. The JustWatch app is perfect for this. When you launch the app for the first time, you create an account, select all of the streaming services you have, and you
Can’t find where your show is streaming? Use the JustWatch app to help! Read More
NEWS – One look at the Aulumu M03 Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack and its built-in kickstand makes me want to chuck my boring beige power bank in the drawer. Designed for iPhone users (series 12 through 16), it’s one of the smaller MagSafe chargers at just 13mm thick. Its modern, translucent design gives it a
Other MagSafe power banks will be jealous of this one! Read More
NEWS – Here at The-Gadgeteer, we have reviewed a bunch of robot vacuums and vacuum/mops from Ecovacs and they have proven to be quality cleaning workhorses. Ecovacs just announced their new flagship X8 PRO OMNI robotic vacuum and mop. Why? What could possibly be better? As it turns out, a lot! The X8 keeps the newer
Ecovacs DEEBOT X8 PRO OMNI Robot Vac/Mop – Ecovacs’ New Flagship Rolls Out Read More
REVIEW – I find it very strange when I come across someone who does not have a smartphone. While I never planned things to turn out this way, I must admit that most of my daily tasks are somehow connected to my smartphone, and without it, I feel lost. I often encounter situations of peril
UGREEN MagFlow Qi2 2-in-1 MagSafe Charger review Read More
REVIEW – OLIGHT makes some of my favorite flashlights, but did you know that they also make some nice pocket EDC gear too? They sent me their Otacle D1 hex bit driver to check out. It’s small, but they say good things come in small packages, so let’s take a look to see if that’s
The OLIGHT Otacle D1 puts a tiny EDC hex driver in your pocket Read More
REVIEW – Let me start by saying I am an Apple snob—a long-standing member of the Apple Borg. My first—and only—computers have been exclusively Macs. Well, except for that time I bought a Mac Clone in the 90s, but I digress. It’s always been iPhones and iPads and everything else. No Android in this house.
NEWS – Did you know that they make dissolvable food labels for your food containers? L LIKED (that’s the company’s name) Blank Dissolvable Food Labels are a thing. What an interesting idea. When I cook, which is rare these days, I cook large batches of our favorite foods at one time and then divide them
Use dissolvable food labels for your containers when you freeze your left overs Read More
REVIEW – I don’t really baby my phones except for one thing. I always put a screen protector on them immediately. Or that’s what I usually do. I failed to do that when I bought the iPhone 16 Pro Max last fall. I put it off and paid the “price” of getting a scratch. 😟
The iOttie Terra protects your iPhone’s screen with less waste Read More
NEWS – Last night, I had the chance to see John Primer and the Real Deal Blues Band in concert, and while the whole show was incredible, I couldn’t take my eyes (or ears) off their harmonica player, Steve Bell. He was amazing. But before the music even started, Steve did something that completely caught my
Harmonica players have their own EDC. Who knew?! Read More
REVIEW – In a world of look-alike bags, you may need to get creative to keep track of your bag. Tie a ribbon around a handle? Child’s play. How about luggage that’s traffic-cone orange? That’s what caught my eye with the Aer Carry-On bag. But there’s way more to this bag than searing your retinas.
The Aer Carry-On is a smarter way to travel Read More
REVIEW – There are dozens of ways we can track our biometrics these days. From smartwatches to smart rings, from earbuds to your vehicle’s sensor array, everything is trying to monitor and report on (and sell, in many cases) your biometric data. How long/well did you sleep? Have you eaten lately? What’s your BMI? This
Tipping the scales – LePulse P1 Body Composition Scale review Read More
REVIEW – I learned to touch type in the 1990s, and by the 2000s, my endless conversations over AOL Instant Messenger turned me into a very fast typist. When I really get going on something that’s on my mind, I can smash out about 120 words per minute, and the more adamant I am about
Adventures in Mechanical Keyboard Customization Read More
REVIEW – Back in December of last year, I reviewed the Shieldon Gambit knife. I liked it a lot for a budget cleaver-style blade. The build materials were good as was the choice of steel in a budget knife. Well, I’m back with another Shieldon offering, the Hoplon. How does it compare to the previous
Shieldon Hoplon pocket knife review – Is it your next EDC pocket knife? Read More
NEWS – The world’s best wakeup alarm is here, and I’m not talking about your cellphone. The LexAlarm is a DIY solution to waking up just me, instead of both of us. This may be a relationship-saver so read ahead for this no cost solution to an age old problem. It’s absolutely free. And I’m
Announcing the world’s best wakeup alarm, the LexAlarm Read More
REVIEW – If you own a Meta Quest 3 or 3S VR headset, you will likely agree that the stock head strap is uncomfortable. If you love using your headset, you will agree that the built-in battery life is inadequate. Do you need a solution for both of these issues? Enter the YOGES 10000mAh Battery
Is the YOGES Battery Head Strap Worth It? Boost Your Meta Quest 3 Playtime Read More