What is it? The Thinium ReCharge+ 2.0 is a slim Smartphone/Tablet charger that can be used to provide power and charge via several different types of connections, using its interchangeable adapters and built-in USB port. It can be re-charged directly via a wall outlet without the need for a cable or a wall wart. What […]
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One household chore that I detest is matching and folding socks. I guess it’s because, for only two people, we have enough socks between us to cover the feet everyone in a small country. We also tend to do shipping container sized loads of wash so the task of folding them seems to take forever.
This gadget solves the age old problem of sorting and folding socks Read More
In my world of portrait photography and what I call “object” photography, I frequently utilize my Canon Speedlite flash head along with a softbox to get that beautiful, wide, soft light I need to flood and enhance my subject. That kind of lighting also creates interest and enhances the detail. Thus far, the problem that
The Lastolite Joe McNally Ezybox Speed-Lite 2 Plus is reliable gear for the photographer Read More
You won’t be building a house or blazing a wilderness trail using just this multi-tool, but it could be a handy addition to your home or car toolbox or your hiking or camping kit. This Wit Bird multitool with an axe is perfect for small jobs where you need a few tools but you don’t
Forget the knife – get yourself a Swiss Army axe! Read More
If you spend time on a bike, you probably know about Mission Workshop and their amazing bags. Today we’re looking at their latest pack: The Rhake. Designed with tons of dedicated organization for your tech and gear, the Rhake is a true multitasker for cyclists, commuters, and travelers alike. It’s a good one, folks. To the
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After many years of working in the photography and videography/filmmaking industry, there are many occasions when I still find myself editing photos where dialing in the “true” color is an issue, and I have to spend extra time editing to achieve satisfactory results. Realistically, this is quite unnecessary, since there are many products that are
The Datacolor SpyderCUBE RAW Calibration Tool keeps your photos true to color Read More
Compared to the general population, serious hikers are often better than average at understanding environmental factors and keeping themselves safe. Part of the planning process associated with upcoming excursions almost always involves studying maps and routes. However, as new technologies become available, hikers often invest in tracking devices that make it easier for rescuers to
This tracker keeps hikers from getting lost Read More
If you’re tired of having a band like everyone else, replace your current Apple Watch band with a beautiful wood and titanium band from Jord. Each band has black metal Apple band adapters, links, and buckle mechanism, and they fit either the 38mm or the 42mm Apple Watch. Bands are available in your choice of
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This week we are bringing you five crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter. This week’s campaigns are for people who like to cook, get outdoors, build cool models, and more. Check out our picks for this week’s notable crowdfunding campaigns. Edge of Belgravia Teak Star cutting boards What is it? Teak Star cutting
What is it? The SpiderPro Single Camera System V2 is an ergonomically designed belt with integrated camera holster that allows photographers to carry their DSLR camera with any length of lens attached, comfortably and safely. What’s in the box In the package, the system I received included the SpiderPro belt with integrated Holster and the
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When purchasing Audio Video equipment, almost as important as the gear you buy is the cabinet you store it in. BDI has come up with the perfect solution to hide your AV gear away in style. Heard, not seen The Olis 9650 is an AV cabinet with louvered doors that conceal both component compartments and
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Eleven years ago I reviewed the Saddleback Leather Company Briefcase. It was the first of many Saddleback Leather Co. bag reviews that we’ve posted here on The Gadgeteer and it was my introduction to their rugged full-grain leather bags. After reviewing that first bag, I believed their motto that “They’ll fight over it when you’re
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If you are like me, whether for photography or videography, you are always looking for ways and gear to take photos or videos in new and innovative ways, and from creative and interesting perspectives. I recently came across the iTableView Wi-Fi Camera Car that is an app controlled motorized dolly that can also be used
The TTRobotix iTableView Camera Car WiFi moves in the right direction for photos and video Read More
When I was living in college dorms and in my first rental apartments, I had a lot of posters I decorated with that I really liked. I didn’t want to damage them with tape on the corners nor holes from thumbtacks, and there were rules about damaging the walls, so I had to get creative
Hang posters without damaging your walls Read More
Several weeks ago, I wrote a news story on the UpCart and received some comments from our readers, including a request to review the cart. At that time, it was just a news story and I did not have one to review. Shortly thereafter, the owner of the UpCart Company saw the news story and
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You can think of DNS (domain name system) as the directory of the internet. It’s the thing that connects the name of a website (google.com) to its IP address (8.8.8.8). With every action that requires internet access, the first thing that needs to happen is your device looking up the address of a domain. And
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What do you do when you fancy a game of chess, but don’t have a chess set in your gear bag? Check your wallet instead. That’s right, the Innovo chess set is so tiny that you can store the whole thing right in the credit card slot of your wallet. It’s a 3D printed set
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Need a way to keep your handful of small EDC essentials from banging around in your pocket? Have a look at the Yellow Birch Outfitters PocKit EDC Pocket Organizer. It’s basically a pocket with pockets that fits into your pocket. But it’s much more than that! Let’s check it out! Gadget on! What is it?
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I used to have a popcorn maker similar to the Whirley Stainless-Steel Induction Popcorn Maker, but it wouldn’t work on our induction cooktop when we upgraded. We had to resort to microwave popcorn because I wouldn’t allow my husband to shake one of our cast iron pans on the new cooktop. With the old popper, shaking
Stir up some tasty popcorn with the Whirley popcorn maker Read More
I wonder how many of my fellow photographers and filmmakers would join me in confessing to being a gear “bag-a-holic”? Yes, I Know!! That is my made-up word, but it adequately describes my addiction to gear bags and my quest to find the perfect one, or at least the perfect one for each event. Just