NEWS – It began with the GR2, a large 40L ruck (AKA backpack) that GORUCK designed and built for travel (but also great for EDC). A few years later, the GR2 34L arrived, a slightly smaller, shorter ruck for folks of lesser height and frame who really wanted to use the GR2, but found the […]
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REVIEW – So here we go again. One of the most exciting testing series for me has been the earbud challenge and that battlefield where I enlist all earbuds to try out for the top spot. It is the battle to see which pair can be the best of the best for me and my
Phiaton Bolt BT 700 wireless Bluetooth earbuds review Read More
NEWS – This semi-flush mount light fixture is perfect for the ceiling of any aficionado of astronomy or sci-fi. The ceiling canopy of the ELK Astronaut light fixture is black with star and planet designs. The light fixture itself has three bulbs: one 60W standard bulb behind the glass bottom of the “space ship” to
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NEWS – This collapsible pocket staff/cane looks a whole cooler than it really is, but for less than $25 bucks (a whole lot less depending on where you buy one), this “magic” item might earn you some extra geek points. What is it? It’s a thin metal telescoping tube that extends into a 43-inch long
Become Gandalf or Morgan from The Walking Dead with the PocketStaff Read More
REVIEW – Sore muscles are not fun but how do you fix them? Most of the time I just wait it out until the pain goes away, but that can take a day or two. Another solution could be an electronic massager like the Koogeek massager. They sent me a sample of this highly portable device. Let’s check
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NEWS – The GrabTab from Speck works with any phone to improve your grip, but it doesn’t add bulk that makes it difficult to store your phone in a pocket or bag. GrabTab is about the size of a credit card and, at 3mm, is about as thick as three credit cards. It adheres to
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REVIEW – Whenever I use any device that is connected to any computer or in any way to the internet, security is always on my mind. Whether I am trying to keep data confidential or to prevent the erroneous deletion or editing of records, I have always wanted a simple control methodology and device all incorporated
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NEWS – Candles come in many shapes, sizes, and scents these days. The PyroPet is just a little different. It’s a candle that starts out as one thing and becomes something completely different and a little bit unexpected. These paraffin wax candles come in the shape of different animals like a cat, owl, or unicorn.
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NEWS – Cold-brewed coffee concentrate isn’t just for making iced coffee. You can also dilute it with heated water for hot coffee without having to brew a pot. Using the OXO Cold Brew Coffee Maker, you can easily prepare 40 ounces of delicious, low-acid coffee concentrate while you sleep so you can enjoy beverages for
Brew delicious concentrate for cold or hot coffee (or tea) with OXO Read More
REVIEW – Your mother was always telling you to sit up straight, but how do you do that when you’re slumped over a laptop all day long? One way to improve the ergonomics is to raise the display to eye level with a laptop stand like the XenStand from WellDesk. Let’s take a look. What is it?
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NEWS – If you don’t know what a mesh wifi network is, you will. Mesh wifi allows devices to piggyback off one another as part of a network. Originally used mostly by the military and hospitals, mesh networking has now hit the home market. Eero was the first, followed by Google, Luma, and Netgear with
Netgear can now cover your home in mesh wifi with Orbi Read More
REVIEW – By now, everyone in the world who uses technology daily has at least one power bank. Those little portable chargers that can top up your phone or iPad while away from the grid have saved everyone’s bacon at some point, I’m sure. Now, the move to USB3 is taking hold, and phones, laptops,
Tronsmart Trim 10,000 mAh power bank review Read More
NEWS – The V-Sphere 3D puzzle ball is actually for kids and is considered an introduction to brain teasers and puzzle cubes for them. I don’t do well with those cubes myself, so maybe I should try a V-Sphere. The V-Sphere puzzle ball is made of plastic and has a 4″ diameter. The objective is
Rubik’s Cube too hard? Try the 3D puzzle ball instead! Read More
There are literally a plethora of robotic type vacuum cleaners out on the market. The price ranges from a couple hundred to right at a thousand dollars for one. We have all heard that quote ‘You get what you pay for’, and that has usually been my experience. However, I was recently offered the opportunity
Deenkee I7 robotic vacuum cleaner review Read More
NEWS – Don’t imprison your Google Home Mini smart assistant on a shelf in a corner of a room when you can cut the cord and set it free with the JOT battery base from Ninety7. The JOT battery base is available in black or silver and features a 5000mAh battery lithium-ion battery that will
Ninety7 frees the Google Home Mini with their JOT battery base Read More
REVIEW – Julian Perry and I have been on a quest to find a great pair of Bluetooth earbuds and I’m not sure which one of us will finish our quest first or even there’s even an end in sight since new earbuds are coming out every day and it’s too tempting to try yet another
Rowkin Ascent Micro Bluetooth headphones review Read More
NEWS – The SliceCharge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger from Hard Cider Labs can charge three Qi-compatible items at once, and it’s available to order today. It’s made of high-quality fabric and aluminum, and the anti-scratch fabric on top protects your gear as it charges. The bottom of the charging pad is rubber for stability. You can
NEWS – This week we are bringing you information about four different crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo that will be of interest to EDC fans, and more. The UltraLink – Elementally Elementary What is it? The UltraLink is a quick release EDC key and gear retention system made from
Bags, backpacks, EDC, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns Read More
NEWS – Little dogs always have plenty of room to spread out in the car, but big dogs may need a little more space to be comfortable. The Kurgo Backseat Bridge covers the gap between the front seats and the backseat, extending the space for your dog to sit or lay. Covering the gap also
Give your dog a little more room while riding in the backseat of your car Read More
REVIEW – Many moons ago I owned an original Saddleback Leather iPad case. It was a beautiful, beefy piece of leather. The new Simple iPad Case is a completely different animal. Simple and streamlined, it’s made for portability and optimal day-to-day usability. Fear not, however: you still get that gorgeous full-grain leather. To the review!
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