Neo smartpen M1, Trilens lens holder, STM backpack, and more – Weekly roundup

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Here is a list of all the news and reviews that we posted this week on The Gadgeteer. News The Misfit Path smartwatch will make you feel pretty The Edelkrone Wing is the rail-less slider that gives you the movement that you need Finally, an RFID-blocking wallet that’s big enough to hold all your wallet’s […]

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The Misfit Path smartwatch will make you feel pretty

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Let’s be honest, the vast majority of smartwatches are designed by and for men. I’m not saying all smartwatches have a bulky masculine style, but most do and it’s time to find a smartwatch that is smaller and more feminine. The Path Hybrid Smartwatch from Misfit looks like it fits that criteria. Misfit is well

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Loop High Fidelity Earplugs review

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Over the last several years, I’ve noticed a problem developing in my left ear when exposed to continuous loud sounds (it sounds like there is cotton constantly moving around in my ear). I haven’t gone to a doctor about this because it happens infrequently. I’ve tried using inexpensive protective foam earplugs (those intended for use

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The Edelkrone Wing is the rail-less slider that gives you the movement that you need

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Continuing the focus on camera sliders, the Edelkrone Wing Slider is a portable and compact slider that is designed for use with DSLR, mirrorless and Cine cameras. The two newest versions are the Wing that has a load capacity of 16 pounds, and the Heavy-Duty Wing Pro that has a load capacity of 48 pounds.

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Finally, an RFID-blocking wallet that’s big enough to hold all your wallet’s contents

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Since not all your wallet cards are RFID-sensitive, it seems that most RFID-blocking wallets are small – just big enough to accommodate the sensitive cards.  That’s great for protection, but what do you do with the rest of the things that you normally carry in a wallet?  The Thinnest RFID Checkbook Wallet from the Sharper

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The Meural Canvas is art for your walls that you can control with your voice

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Do you remember ten years ago when digital photo frames were so popular? I reviewed about a dozen or so of those frames at the height of their popularity and then overnight it seemed like they just disappeared. This is until recently when we’ve seen a new crop of digital frames pop up that makes those

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This wristlet’s powerbank keeps your phone charged without breaking the piggy bank

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We’ve seen small handbags and purses with built-in backup batteries inside that can keep your phone charged all day.  Most of those bags seemed to start at a couple hundred dollars, but they came with a Qi charging pad to keep the purse itself recharged.  The Sak Sanibel Charging Wristlet will keep your phone charged

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Anker’s new Vortex wireless headphones are their first with an over-the-ear design

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Anker is no stranger to wireless audio, they are known for producing high-quality budget earbuds. So what’s so special about their new Vortex wireless headphones? Anker’s Soundcore Vortex headphones are the first ever over-the-ear headphones produced by Anker. And the first under Anker’s new unified audio brand Soundcore by Anker. Design wise their sleek, fold flat

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OtterBox goes to war with Avengers Infinity War iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S9 cases

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The Avengers: Infinity War movie opens today and OtterBox wants to make sure your phone gets the superhero protection it deserves with their new line of Symmetry Series and Defender Series cases that feature some of your favorite Marvel heroes and a villain too. The Iron Man case features a design that glows in the

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Add some pizazz to your Apple Watch with this protective cover

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Most protective Apple Watch covers I’ve seen are crystal-clear, very simple little snap-over covers to protect your Watch from bumps and scratches.  The GHIJKL case for Apple Watch series 2 and 3 is a clear TPU cover that fits over the metal sides of the Watch.  It’s made of TPU, so it protects against bumps,

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The BenQ SW271 27″ 16:9 4K IPS Monitor is a display of class!

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Most photographers spend a lot of time editing their own photographs. There is nothing like getting back in the studio and examining those shots that we were excited to get, especially at some amazing moments. A huge part of being able to see the true beauty of a photograph, and being able to edit it

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Ditch the headphone dongle with Master & Dynamic’s new cable

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Even though many headphone companies now offer wireless versions, people concerned about audio quality still prefer the wired versions simply because they sound better, despite any recent improvements in Bluetooth. So what do you do when you have a sizable investment in a headphone only to find that your favorite smartphone maker has ditched the

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Go Forth Goods Leather Charging Cable Tool Roll review

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Leather products attract my attention, but it takes a really well-made leather product using high-quality materials to maintain my interest and entice me to purchase it. Recently, I received the Go Forth Goods Leather Charging Cable Tool Roll to review. Is it a high-quality leather product? Indeed, it is! But I’m not sure it will

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BDI media cabinets incorporate ventilated shelves and cord control

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We recently bought a new media cabinet for our living room.  I was tired of the old, dark veneered, 14″-off-the-ground DIY unit we had for years.  I wanted something of furniture quality, and I wanted a style that would complement the Mid-Century modern decorating style of my house.  I looked no further than BDI, because

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The Vello DSLR Battery Grip adds life and safety to your shoot

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One of the worst experiences for a photographer/videographer is being in the middle of a shoot with your trusty DSLR camera, and you run out of power. While this sounds like a simple issue, it occurs very often and usually at the most inappropriate time. As professionals we strive our best to not let this

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Baseus Wireless Charging Gravity Car Mount review

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Mounting your phone where you can see it while driving has become the norm. Whether you’re using it for a GPS system or entertainment, everyone wants their phone easy to get to, or at least within their visual field. I was recently sent a one-hand air vent clip from Baseus in black to test. Note:

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Too busy to mow your lawn? Let the WORX Landroid do it instead!

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The WORX Landroid cuts out more time for you to enjoy your outdoor space when the weather is at its best. Similar to a Roomba — a robot vacuum, — the Landroid combs your lawn looking for disorderly grass in order to leave a well-manicured lawn in its wake. Think about all you could do

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