Saddleback Leather drops a redesigned, lighter version of the Tank Backpack

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NEWS – The original backpack by Saddleback Leather earned the nickname “The Tank” due to it’s beefy and nearly indestructible construction. A “Squared” version of the design was later released that introduced some streamlining, but still was pretty weighty. I have stalked this bag for years but was always concerned about the 8 pounds plus […]

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Sense home energy monitor, iLive voice activated clock, and more – Review updates

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REVIEW – We love testing products, but once we press the publish button on a new review, that doesn’t mean that will be the last you’ll hear about that product. Nope, we will revisit some of our reviews weeks, months, years, and even decades after we’ve posted that original review. Here’s our latest batch of

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Get your colors right with Datacolor SpyderX

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NEWS – Monitor calibration has long been a staple activity of professional photographers.  Monitors inherently have variations that affect how colors are displayed.  Couple that with changes in ambient light in the room, due to sun angle, cloud cover or electric light type and the colors you see on the monitor can really change.  Without

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The Electronic Acupuncture Pen takes away the fear of needles

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NEWS – For many years I have heard about Acupuncture and the benefits of this treatment/practice. Wikipedia defines Acupuncture as “a form of alternative medicine in which thin needles are inserted into the body. It is a key component of traditional Chinese medicine. As such, acupuncture is considered a pseudoscience as the theories and practices

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Focal says, “One more thing” and announces a wireless Sphear in-ear headphone

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NEWS – French high fidelity audio company Focal is still releasing products in February—except this one is on the other end of the affordability scale. They’ve released Sphear Wireless, for those who want freedom of movement. As the wireless evolution of Sphear, these new in-ear headphones provide tonal balance with plenty of dynamics. The bass-reflex system reproduces a

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The EyeVac Touchless Vacuum makes using dirty dustpans a thing of the past

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NEWS – Tired of bending over a dirty dustpan to pick up swept up messes? The EyeVac Home Touchless Vacuum is here to take care of that. It’s a low-profile stationary vacuum that’s always on and always ready. All you have to do is sweep debris to the EyeVac. Infrared sensors detect the sweeping motion,

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Mobile Edge Core Gaming Backpack w/Molded Panel 17″ review

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REVIEW – Let me start this review by making it clear that I am not a gamer. However, my EDC gear includes many if not most of the gadgets that a gamer would carry. For that reason, I was very excited to receive the Mobile Edge-Core Gaming Backpack w/Molded Panel for review. So, here we

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Saddleback Leather updates the last duffle bag you (or your heirs) will ever need to purchase

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NEWS – Saddleback Leather Co. has updated its largest duffle (SLC’s preferred spelling) bag, which is appropriately named the Beast. Like the majority of Saddleback Leather Company’s bags, the Beast is constructed with full grain leather, marine-grade polyester thread, and stainless steel hardware. The main body of the bag is constructed of two large pieces

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Impossible Burger 2.0 wows ’em at CES

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NEWS – Most folks have heard about the Impossible Burger from Impossible Foods.  It is a burger patty made entirely from plants. 100% vegan with absolutely no animal products, Impossible Burger has gained fans searching for a meat substitute that is meat-like.  But, reviews, while good, were mixed.  Enter Impossible Burger 2.0. The new formulation

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Focal focuses on 2019 with two new high-end audio products

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NEWS – Things are not slowing down for Focal, the French high fidelity audio company. They’ve just released two new products for 2019—and it’s only February! Stellia is a high-end, closed-back headphone that can compete with the best loudspeakers. Stellia integrates a new generation of speaker drivers, capable of working at low sound levels while

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Logitech’s G935 is a wireless headset for serious gamers

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NEWS – Though Logitech may be best-known for making general-purpose mice and keyboards, they recently announced a couple of products designed for hardcore video gamers.  The G935 is a top-of-the-line wireless gaming headset, and the G635 is its younger brother, a wired version of the G935.  This is the first headset that feature’s Logitech’s exclusive

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KitchenAid Cook Processor Connect: Everything you need to make a meal in one appliance

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NEWS – Are you looking to replace a multitude of single use appliances that are sitting either on or under your counter? Is an InstaPot not exciting enough? Well then, the KitchenAid Cook Processor Connect might be for you. As the main cook in our house, I have an almost visceral reaction to gadgets lying

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Pyropets are a Valentine’s Day gift for your goth sweetheart

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NEWS – If your Valentine is a little more unique than the typical girl or boy next door, then here’s a Valentine’s Day gift idea that might be a hit. Pyropets are animal shaped wax candles with a hidden surprise inside. Shaped like a cat, unicorn, stag, bird, rabbit, and more, these colorful geometric candles look

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New gadgets to your door monthly with Tech2u.club

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NEWS – Jonesing for some new gadgets and gizmos, but don’t have time to find the newest tech? Kickstarter campaign Tech2U.club plans to solve that problem for you. Tech2U offers a curated, monthly consumer electronics subscription club.  Think Watch Gang for tech nerds. They promise to bring their members, “new, unique and practical tech”  with

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