REVIEW – My wife stating, “Honey, it’s cold in here,” combined with the review opportunity for TURBRO’s 12,000 BTU Wi-Fi enabled mini-split, ductless AC, and heat pump system, prompted a complete home theater makeover. How did it go? Read on, fellow Gadgeteers! What is it? The TURBRO GL12K115 is a ductless air conditioner and heater […]
REVIEW – When the opportunity to review the Targus ErgoFlip EcoSmart Mouse came up, I was intrigued. An ambidextrous mouse? I wanted to see for myself how they achieved the feat and if any sacrifices were made to get that functionality. My daily driver for years has been the Logitech Mx series, so perhaps a
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REVIEW – As I continue to remodel and upgrade my home office/Studio to be a warm interesting and creative space, I have been introducing things like Steampunk shelves for an added industrial look, and I have been looking for unusual items to give me the feel I want. When this KEMIMOTO Midnight 40B 16” 2-Speaker
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REVIEW – I’ve tried hundreds of multitools, but none suit my needs better than Leatherman. I’ve had one as my constant companion since 1984 when the original PST (Personal Survival Tool) replaced a gaggle of gear required for college classes. Initially introduced in 2005, the Leatherman Surge has received a few makeovers and is still
Leatherman Surge Multitool review – “Jack of all trades” tool excellence! Read More
NEWS – If you own a gas or diesel vehicle, you need a gadget like NEXPOW’s AP1 jump starter with a built-in air compressor. The NEXPOW AP1 jump starter has a peak current of 4000A and supports starting cars, trucks, motorcycles, yachts, lawnmowers, ATVs, SUVs, boats, and more. Using its force function feature, it can
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REVIEW – One of the most interesting aspects of writing reviews is seeing how products evolve. It’s not often that one gets to review the same product twice, but that’s the case here. Last year, I reviewed the Engwe L20 e-bike. The bike was OK, but there were some obvious misses. This year’s version does
Engwe L20 2.0 fat tire e-bike review – new features, and a lower price! Read More
REVIEW – I’ve reviewed enough mechanical keyboards to know what I like in the keyboard itself and what I like in the switches. Well, now I’m down another rabbit hole with trying different types of keycaps. Today, I have a set of keycaps from Cerakey. But they aren’t just regular plastic keycaps; they are ceramic
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REVIEW – I want to start bike camping this summer and using my bike more for errands, so when Earth+Kin asked me to review their MULE all-terrain wagon, I couldn’t say yes quick enough. Let’s see what the Earth+Kin MULE has to offer. What is it? The Earth+Kin MULE is way more than just a
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REVIEW – I just finished reviewing ZyberVR’s Quest 3 Sky Tower Charging Dock and their ACE Quest 3 Elite Strap, and the only thing missing from this combination of accessories for me for my Meta Quest 3 is an extended battery. Luckily ZyberVR also sent over their Neck Power Bank for review, which claims to
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REVIEW – Spring is almost here and it’s time to get outside! I’m testing the Oladance OWS Sport headphones which claim to bring a combination of water resistance, ergonomic design, and optimized audio quality to keep you moving and sweating. How do they do? To the review! What is it? The Oladance OWS Sports are
REVIEW – Some of my friends think that I am going a bit overboard when it comes to security around my home, but I don’t think so. When I sit in my office/studio, I like to be able to see 360 degrees around my home and to be alerted when someone is near. I also
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NEWS – As I mentioned in my Day One journal review, I like analog tools like pens just as much as I like digital pens. I’m always on the lookout for interesting pens to add to my EDC, and I just found one that is probably the smallest functional pen that I’ve ever seen. And
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REVIEW – A little over a year ago, I got to review the Vosteed Labrador and I loved it. It was a pretty big knife but was thin enough to make it easily part of my EDC. Now Vosteed has released the Mini Labrador, making it even easier to stick in your pocket every day,
Vosteed Mini Labrador frame lock knife review – This pup’s got sharp teeth! Read More
REVIEW – Sometime during the year 2020 after I recovered from COVID-19, I started an audio-only Podcast for the past few years I have upgraded and changed equipment as I pursue better sound, functionality, and versatility. Last year, I settled on the Mackie DLZ Creator Podcast Mixer and have been very pleased that it has
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REVIEW – This may surprise you (or not), but the Gadgeteers have a gadget Discord where we chat about all kinds of things. It’s kind of a geekfest, as you might imagine, but if you are a geek like me, you kinda love it. The coolest of the geek discussions by far is the laser
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REVIEW – If you’re using the stock strap that came with your Meta Quest 3, I implore you to seek an alternative as quickly as possible. Having used a variety of VR headsets for ~10 years now, I can promise you that a better strap will make your VR sessions much more enjoyable. Not only
ZyberVR ACE Quest 3 Elite Strap review – a nice alternate strap for the Meta Quest 3 Read More
REVIEW – I have owned my Chevrolet Bolt EV for almost three years now. Getting from point a to point b means that I have to have enough charge in the battery to get there. There are three different ways of charging an electric car. Level one uses the standard outlet in all US homes,
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NEWS – With the TinyTV 2 and this Throwback Speaker with Bluetooth & Radio, I guess this week is a throwback week for me. I found this throwback speaker on the Uncommon Goods website, but it has modern touches, like Bluetooth. Two versions are available: one is wireless and one has a power plug. It’s
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REVIEW – As a DIYer, I have found that the key to building or fixing anything and doing so correctly is directly related to having the right tools for the job. I also realize that I need more than one of the same type of tool to ensure versatility especially since I often realize that
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SPONSORED NEWS – BLUETTI, the pioneer in portable power solutions, is gearing up to revolutionize outdoor adventures once again with its latest innovation, the AC240 IP65 Water Resistant Portable Power Station. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the AC60, a 600W/403Wh all-weather solar generator, BLUETTI is now raising the bar with the AC240. Scheduled
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