NEWS – If you’re fortunate enough to be enjoying a 3 day weekend, I have something that will keep that enjoyment level going strong. It’s a complete list of everything we posted this week on The Gadgeteer. So find a comfy chair and settle in for some gadget news and reviews. REVIEWS Ultimate Ears MegaBlast […]
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REVIEW – It’s been a while since I reviewed a wireless speaker. I’ve heard good things about Ultimate Ears speakers, and I wanted a speaker that was portable, waterproof and could replace the Echo Dot that I currently use in my living room. The UE MegaBlast meets all these criteria so I decided to give
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NEWS – Earlier this week, Piper launched a new DIY game controller kit called the Piper Command Center. The Piper Command Center is a build-it-yourself video game controller kit for kids ages 13 and up that teaches them how to build their own game controller. The kit comes with everything you need for assembly and
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REVIEW – In our hectic lives, our world can get pretty crazy at times with work, school, home improvement projects, travel, etc. We have several spots in the house we call the Danger Zones, where if you’re crazy enough to leave something important in those spaces, you do so at your own risk. I’m pretty
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REVIEW – You have probably wondered what happens to the products after we review them. Do they break shortly after the review is posted or do we continue to use them for years and even decades later? To answer these questions, we regularly add quick updates to our reviews so you can read our comment
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REVIEW – Let me get this out of the way right from the start… I love Wyze products. I reviewed the Wyze Cam and have gone on to buy additional cameras and help my neighbor purchase and set up more cameras for his home. I think they are an awesome bang for your buck when
NEWS – Do I consider myself a gamer? Heck no! The most exciting gaming that I’ve done lately has been a rousing game of Words With Friends on my phone. #Sad. That doesn’t mean that I can’t appreciate when something new and interesting comes along and the Playdate certainly looks interesting. Playdate is a handheld
Playdate is a game system with a b&w screen and a crank. Shut up and take my money! Read More
NEWS – Eleven years ago I reviewed the Zibra Open It! and I still use it today when I receive or buy a product that is packaged in a sealed clamshell plastic container. That tool has worked pretty well over the years but I just stumbled upon the Slitit package opener tool while surfing for
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REVIEW – Cleaning the bathtub has quickly become one of my least favorite chores as I’ve gotten older and my back has gotten more stubborn. Anything I can add to the process to ease the strain on my back and legs is welcome, so the Meco Cordless Power Scrubber is a welcome addition to the
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NEWS – Where was this when I was a teenager? Actually- I still need this now! Maswater’s electric blackhead extractor is essentially a safe way to clear your facial pores by removing gunky blackheads through the power of suction. Even those without prominent blackheads can benefit from the use of this product; however, because it
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REVIEW – I record training videos in my day job so it is important that my voice is captured under the best possible conditions. For a while I used a HyperX gaming headset but I had complaints from my audience that the sound was a little “tinny” and that plosives were a real problem. I
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NEWS – The new Tech Rolltop Backpack from WaterField Designs combines good looks with functionality. This backpack is available in two sizes and three colors. It comes in a blue or brown waxed canvas for a casual look or black ballistic nylon for a more professional look. Besides the expandable main compartment, the Tech Rolltop
REVIEW – Drones are available in many shapes and sizes and are used as toys, tools, or both. The budget to buy a drone can be as little as $25 or even less for a toy drone or thousands of dollars for a professional drone that you can use to take high-quality video and photos
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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – We previously reviewed the Scrubba Wash Bag, a mobile washing device that allows you to clean your clothes easily and environmentally in many situations where washing wouldn’t be an option but let’s face it if you’re traveling light you can put up with a few stains or dirty spots on your T-Shirt
Scrubba Wash Bag Mini – clean jocks and socks! Read More
REVIEW – I am a sucker for 2.1 channel audio systems: A left and right speaker plus a subwoofer. As an admitted bass-head, I really wanted to try out the new Creative Labs Pebble Plus speaker. What is it? the Pebble Plus is a USB-powered 2.1 desktop speaker system with subwoofer. What’s in the box?
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NEWS – Cars today run on software. Programs control everything from climate control to transmission shifting to air/gas mixture in the engine. Car manufacturers release software updates, just like other hardware manufacturers. I get firmware updates for my Sonos speakers and my Kevo door locks. They are delivered and installed pretty easily. But…for cars, it
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NEWS – Today Wilson Electronics has launched a powerful new in-vehicle signal booster device that has been designed to improve weak cellular signals in cars, trucks, and RVs to provide better connectivity while on the road. The weBoost Drive Reach device is compatible with all mobile phones and wireless carriers in North America and allows
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REVIEW – Hydration is important and although the old adage of needing 8 glasses of water a day may not be 100% valid, it is true that plain water is better for your body than sodas, and other sugary drinks. Can you make plain water even better for you though? Some people believe that alkaline
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NEWS – Back in 1999, Dave Munson created Saddleback Leather in his quest to design the perfect leather bag. Here we are at the 20th anniversary of that event, and Saddleback Leather is releasing a limited-edition briefcase based on the original design! I love the stripped-down look of this design, which reads more like a
Own a little piece of Saddleback Leather history with the 20th Anniversary Briefcase! Read More
REVIEW – Most of my leisure time these days is spent playing Dota 2, so to support my keyboard-mashing habit, last year I bought a really nice keyboard, a Razer BlackWidow Ultimate. It’s a super study mechanical keyboard that can take a lot of abuse. It is, however, a wired keyboard. As a gamer, I
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