The Phantom folding utility knife opens 3 ways!

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – When it comes to knives, the ones I use more than all others are utility knives. That’s because I receive a lot of packages, and utility knives are the easiest type of knife to use to open and break down boxes for recycling. When I saw the Phantom 2.0 Titanium Folding Utility […]

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Meet the EMEET AirFlow open ear earbuds

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NEWS – What do you look for in a pair of earbuds? Comfortable open-ear design? 40-hour battery life? Dual noise cancellation? IPX5 waterproof? How about all that and a detachable boom microphone and UV light sterilization? That’s what you get with the new EMEET AirFlow wireless open-ear earbuds. EMEET is not a new brand. We’ve

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Interesting gadget tips #1 – Reusing old battery packs

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ARTICLE – Long time reader technojeff sent me an email a few days ago with a suggestion/idea for the site that I thought was fantastic. He said Maybe you should add an ITS (Interesting Tip Section) to the Gadgeteer? Not a place for Windows or Other OS tech tips, but more like gadget related tips. And

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XTOOL InPlus IP819 Bidirectional OBDII Scan Tool review – When your vehicle is sick, this device tells you why

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REVIEW – Cars today are rolling computers now so if you want to figure out what your check engine light means you need an OBDII port scanner device. XTOOL asked me to review their new InPlus IP819 Smart Diagnostics Tool, so I jumped at the chance to see how my 13-year-old car is holding up.

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Save 20% on a Bento Stack Charge 8000 and bring organization and power to your Apple devices

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DEAL NEWS – Keep all of your Apple products organized and in one space with the Bento Stack Charge for $79.99 (reg. $99) through January 14. Not long ago, having just one mobile device seemed sufficient for most. Over the years, however, the tech paradigm has changed significantly. Apple Watches, iPads, AirPods, and the like

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INSE H1 handheld cordless vacuum review – It sucks in the best way

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REVIEW – A car wash at my local place is now $25 for the basic inside and outside scrub down.  They do a good job, but can I afford $25 a trip?  Nope.  That’s why I’ve gotten quite good at cleaning my own car.  The outside always looks great, but getting the carpets clean has

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Urbanix is a tiny EDC multi-tool for your keychain

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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you like to carry the most basic tools with you when you’re on the go, you need to take a look at the Urbanix multi-function tool, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. You may have seen similar carabiner-style tools in the past, but this one has to be the smallest

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ALLPOWERS S2000 Pro Portable Power Station review – a decent 1500 Wh power station with RV plug

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REVIEW – If you’re looking for power stations in the 1000-2000 Wh range, there’s a huge range of options so you’ll probably be looking most closely at factors like longevity, port selection, and cost. One of the features I have rarely seen so far is the inclusion of a high-amperage RV style port, but today

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Give yourself the ergonomic support with this iPad and MacBook stand

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DEAL NEWS – Take productivity to new heights with the Function101 ELEVATE Laptop Stand for MacBook & iPad. Purchase it today for $44.99. Those working in a professional setting know all too well the benefits of a relaxing workspace. Simple adjustments to a workstation can make a difference in comfort and productivity, whether at home

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COZYINN walking pad review – Get your steps in with this mini treadmill

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REVIEW – I can be found walking outside in all kinds of weather, from the steamiest summer days to drizzly winter days. However, on the rainiest, coldest, darkest days, I like the idea of an indoor workout. I also have trouble sitting still after hours of working on my computer. The COZYINN walking pad compact

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Carbon8 sparkling water dispenser review – Ditch the bottles with this gadget!

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REVIEW –  If you’re a sparkling water lover, then you know the first world problems I’m about to outline.  Lugging bottles around the grocery,  into the car and then inside your home is a pain.  Storing the bottles can be difficult.  Reaching the bottom third of your bottle to find that the carbonation is pretty

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Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station review – Compact but mighty on-the-go power

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REVIEW – Power is paramount these days, but portability can be a problem.  In the past several years, portable power solutions in various shapes, sizes, and capacities have exploded onto the market. A recent addition to this product space is the Anker SOLIX C1000 Portable Power Station.  Let’s check it out! What is it? The

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