Saddleback Leather Hard Leather iPad Pro Case review

Saddleback iPad Case 11

REVIEW – For each of the past 2 years, I have invested in the newly released iPad 12.9″ Pro tablet for that year. I have become very dependent on using the iPad for many tasks including my daily email and MS Office tasks as well as for video and photo editing. The investment in the […]

Saddleback Leather Hard Leather iPad Pro Case review Read More

It’s January so it’s time to get fit in style with the Withings Move activity tracking watch

withings move 1

NEWS – January brings resolutions, and many of those revolve around fitness. Sadly, most don’t last much past mid-January, and if you’ve invested a ton of cash on what is now a very expensive clothes rack or jewelry cabinet ornament, it also leads to regrets. Enter the Withings Move activity tracking watch. Like other trackers

It’s January so it’s time to get fit in style with the Withings Move activity tracking watch Read More

Silent Beacon is a wearable panic button

silent beacon

NEWS – The Silent Beacon is a wearable safety tracking button that connects to your smartphone, tablet, and another compatible Bluetooth device to reach out to designated contacts, 911, or an ambulance with your GPS location in the event of an emergency. With the press of one touch, you can send text messages, push notifications,

Silent Beacon is a wearable panic button Read More

8 Gear pouches that will organize your EDC gear

gearpouches

VIDEO – I thought I’d try something a little different and created a video where I talk about 8 gear pouches from 5 companies that you can use to keep your EDC gear organized. Here are the pouches that are included in the video. Check out the video below and let me know if you’d

8 Gear pouches that will organize your EDC gear Read More

Julie’s favorite gear, Airthings Wave radon detector, Neo smartpen M1, and more – Review updates

updates

REVIEW – I like to think that our reviews are evergreen. By that, I mean that they aren’t forgotten once we post them. We can go back weeks, months, and years later to add updates so that you will know how a product stands up over time. Today we have a new batch of review

Julie’s favorite gear, Airthings Wave radon detector, Neo smartpen M1, and more – Review updates Read More

Naztech MagBuddy Wireless Chargers review

Naztech Chargers Rev 135008

REVIEW – With Google’s Pixel line finally joining the party, most of the latest cellphones now utilize wireless charging  This option can be both convenient and frustrating, but it has most certainly meant a boon for accessory makers. Dozens of new wireless charger options are now available and the list grows longer every day. Naztech

Naztech MagBuddy Wireless Chargers review Read More

The Magbox Softbox may be the only softbox I will need

magboxfeat

NEWS – Over the years I have purchased many photography softboxes that I have used in every relevant shoot to achieve the proper lighting and lighting effect. Usually, I use one Speedlite flash with a softbox, or I use a strobe flash with a softbox when I need more power which is more likely when

The Magbox Softbox may be the only softbox I will need Read More

Waterfield Sutter Tech Sling, P&Q iPad Pro case, FiiO M7, and more – Weekly roundup

weekly

NEWS – Did you read all of our news and reviews that we posted in the last week? Are you sure? Just in case, take a look at this handy list! REVIEWS Minger Govee Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer with WiFi Gateway Review on January 26, 2019 by Lynn Lopez Mophie Powerstation with Lightning connector review on January 25, 2019

Waterfield Sutter Tech Sling, P&Q iPad Pro case, FiiO M7, and more – Weekly roundup Read More

Aircork The Wine Preserver is an ingenious way of maintaining your wine’s flavor and aroma

aircorkwinepreserver

NEWS – When my wife and I enjoy a bottle of wine and we don’t finish the bottle right away, it would be nice to have a better way of preserving the flavors and aromas of that elegant beverage than a mere cork or even a stopper, neither of which will effectively prevent the air

Aircork The Wine Preserver is an ingenious way of maintaining your wine’s flavor and aroma Read More

Minger Govee Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer with WiFi Gateway Review

Govee 10

REVIEW – I have always been a weather nerd.  From my earliest memories, I remember watching the sky hoping and praying for a good thunderstorm to roll across the area.  I had even originally planned to be a meteorologist until I found out how many calculus classes were required for the degree!  That being said,

Minger Govee Wireless Thermo-Hygrometer with WiFi Gateway Review Read More

The G-RO Check-In Classic bag might just check all the boxes when you travel

G RO Check In bag

NEWS – One of the biggest challenges that I face when I am traveling on a plane and need to carry photography equipment and other personal items, is how to do so with the least amount of luggage and luggage that I do not have to struggle with. My carry-on bag usually has mostly photography

The G-RO Check-In Classic bag might just check all the boxes when you travel Read More

IMStick smartphone mounts, Gemini portable 4K monitors, Stackrack fitness equipment, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

crowdfund

NEWS – This week I’m bringing you four Kickstarter crowdfunding campaigns and one from Indiegogo. Four of the products are EDC items and one is a fitness product. Let’s check them out. IMStick – your phone’s best friend accessory! What is it? IMStick is a magnetic mounting device for your smartphone. Why do I like

IMStick smartphone mounts, Gemini portable 4K monitors, Stackrack fitness equipment, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns Read More

Mophie Powerstation with Lightning connector review

20181231 0012 fb

REVIEW – Power. It fuels everything in our lives nowadays. When the Mophie Powerstation with Lightning connector portable battery review offer came along, I jumped at the opportunity to finally rid myself of that dreaded micro-USB cable. What is it? The Mophie Powerstation with Lightning connector portable battery is your typical portable battery for charging

Mophie Powerstation with Lightning connector review Read More

The LOGOSOL Smart-Splitter makes splitting logs easier and safer

logosol smartlogsplitter 1

NEWS – Everyone enjoys cozying up to a warm fire during these cold winter months. But nobody loves the chore of splitting the wood for the said fire. Enter the LOGOSOL smart log splitter. The LOGOSOL Smart-Splitter is a safer more ergonomic way to split firewood all without swinging an ax. Instead of an ax,

The LOGOSOL Smart-Splitter makes splitting logs easier and safer Read More

PIQS Q1 LCD projector review

PIQS Q1 18

REVIEW – Technological advances and lower cost have helped make TVs bigger than ever. Even so, large projection screens provide an unmatched theatrical experience.  However, the noise of the projector cooling, A/V interface, low contrast, and trapezoid have always been detractors to casually using a projector – until the PIQS Q1. Read on to see what

PIQS Q1 LCD projector review Read More

GORUCK Rucker backpack now available in 15L, 20L, 25L

goruck ruckers

NEWS – GORUCK, builders of bullet-proof gear and better Americans, has recently expanded their Rucker line of rucksacks (AKA backpacks).  Adding to their previous 20L size, after a long hiatus they have re-introduced their larger 25L size and a brand-new, smaller 15L size.  Made from 1000D Cordura and manufactured in the USA to Special Forces

GORUCK Rucker backpack now available in 15L, 20L, 25L Read More

Fender American Acoustasonic™ Telecaster®

American Acoustasonic Telecaster Sunburst 1

NEWS – NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) takes over Anaheim January 24-27th and Fender has wasted no time in announcing a brand new guitar that appears to be breaking some preconceptions about what an acoustic guitar can be. The features list almost reads like a fight for what can stand out the most. Ten

Fender American Acoustasonic™ Telecaster® Read More

Use the iKlip 3 to mount your tablet on a mic stand or tripod

iklip2 2

NEWS – Musicians, photographers, and other content creators will be happy to learn that they can now mount their 7 – 12.9″ tablets to a mic stand, tripod, or a boom arm using the new IK Multimedia iKlip 3 series of mounts. Available in 3 different styles depending on where you want to mount your

Use the iKlip 3 to mount your tablet on a mic stand or tripod Read More