NEWS – I wear baseball caps a lot, and sometimes I wish I could just stuff my hat into my pocket without destroying it. The Helikon Baseball Folding Cap appears to have been designed and built just for this purpose. Made of ripstop 60% Cotton, 40% Polyester in multiple colors and with a one-size-fits-most Velcro closure […]
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ARTICLE – You might have gadgets that charge your phone with solar power or help you find a lost set of keys, but what about those that safeguard you from hackers? Here are six items to put on your to-buy list. 1. Mic-Lock Gen 2 Microphone Blocker Many people know hackers can break into webcams
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REVIEW – One of my resolutions, goals, aspirations, or whatever you want to call it, for 2019 is to completely update my EDC and one of my main upgrades is going to be a new everyday gear bag. The first bag that I’m trying out as a contender is the Maker’s Bag from Tom Bihn.
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NEWS – Smart workout devices are all the rage these days. JAXJOX has come up with a weightlifting tool that’s not only smart but also saves you time and space. The KettlebellConnect is a kettlebell with 6 weighted plates inside. It allows you to go from 12 to 42 pounds (in 6-pound increments) in under 3
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REVIEW – With allergies being a challenge for everyone in my family, solutions like air purifiers and humidifiers are devices that are welcomed in our home. A few months ago I purchased a relatively expensive humidifier/diffuser for my kids’ bedroom and it works quite well, so I was very pleased and willing to accept the opportunity to
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NEWS – ‘Round these parts, we’re big fans of small, multi-purpose gadgets. That’s why the Griffin Pocket Tool is appealing: it packs 16 tools into a single item small enough to fit on your key chain. Griffin has a wide range of Pocket Tool models/sizes, ranging from the Mini (9 tools), to the Standard (11
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01/13/19 – I’m no longer accepting applications. NEWS – Would you like to become a regular writer on the Gadgeteer and write about interesting gadgets and cool gear? I currently have 2-3 volunteer positions that I need to fill. Interested? Details on how to apply are listed below. Work expectations: New team members will start
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NEWS – If you’ve been a regular on The Gadgeteer for any length of time, you will know that I love trying new wallets and one of my all-time favorite wallet making companies is WaterField Designs. I carried their Catch wallet for many years before upgrading to their Finn Access wallet which is the overflow
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REVIEW – I’m a big fan of Bluffworks. Several of their clothing items have become part of my office and especially travel staples. For example, their dress shirts and pants are super comfortable, have just the right amount of stretch, and are nearly impossible to wrinkle, and the same goes for their jacket and slacks.
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NEWS – Jabra’s Elite Active 65t are my go to earbuds for nearly everything. They are with me 99% of the time, perfect for a lunchtime run, bus ride home from work, and everything in-between. That said, late last year Jabra released a business class version of their truly wireless earbuds, the Evolve 65t’s. According
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REVIEW – Zanco, the folks behind the Tiny T1 phone are back with another Kickstarter campaign for a unique phone called the Smart Pen. You can use this device by itself as a 2G phone or you can use it paired with your existing smartphone as a multi-function accessory. Either way, people are going to
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NEWS – Does anyone else wish they had a way to carry or store just a small item or two on their oft-used devices? Then have a look at Fillit Pocket. It’s a reusable, adhesive-backed storage pocket that can be attached to laptops, tablets, or just about any flat, dust-free, lint-free, smooth surface to give
NEWS – I miss having a dog, but I don’t miss the task of potty training and housebreaking them. There are as many ways to housebreak a dog as there are dog breeds, but did you know that there’s an app for that? Well, to be honest, it’s an app that works with a sensor
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REVIEW: I firmly believe all EDC bags should start with the basics: a small to moderately sized knife, a nice set of shades, and a reliable/solid writing implement. In addition to the bag itself, these non-tech accessories say a lot about the carrier. I prefer simple, well-made on this front. From that point, many of
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NEWS – Is it weird that as The Gadgeteer that I’ve not had a lot of experience with projectors? I’ve not had a lot of interest in them because until now they’ve needed space between the projector and the wall where you plan to project the image. At CES VAVA announced a 4K UHD Short
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REVIEW – Let’s be transparent— I’m a big fan of Grado headphones and earphones. Their 325e headphones are one of my favorite open-backed headphones and the GR10 earphones are a go-to pair I still love and use. However, it’s becoming a wireless world and it appeared that Grado was being left behind—until now, that is.
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NEWS – Ring, maker of the popular video doorbell recently showed off their latest offering at CES 2019, the Ring Door View Cam. The Ring Door View Cam video doorbell essential replaces your door’s peephole with a smart, compact HD camera. Door View sends you mobile notifications when anyone presses the built-in doorbell button, knocks on
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NEWS – It’s about time that food storage containers evolved. Botto containers are the first adjustable storage containers that expand and shrink to hold a little or a lot. Made of food-safe materials that are BPA, and phthalate-free, Botto containers come in two styles. There’s the clear variety that you see pictured here and a UV-blocking
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REVIEW – We all have our EDC essentials and some of us lug them into environments that are potentially a bit more harsh than average. If you are one of the aforementioned folks, then you probably already know that Pelican has been making hard cases that are water- and drop-resistant for a long time and
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NEWS – Wicked Audio is adding new products to their line of audio gear with the new Syver Bluetooth earbuds. It’s hard to get excited about Bluetooth earbuds these days because there are so many to choose from. But the Syver earbuds stand out from the crowd with a unique charging case that doubles as
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