While adults (in body but not mind) are busy congregating on Facebook sharing questionable political memes, kids can visit a safe online community that has been created just for them. LEGO Life is a free app for Android and iOS devices where kids up to 13 years old can share pictures of their LEGO creations, comment […]
LEGO Life is a new online community just for kids Read More
Cities everywhere have bike share programs, but the people who use them often do not use helmets. The EcoHelmet, designed by Isis Shiffer, is a recyclable, inexpensive solution designed to fill that need. It is made with “waterproofed [biodegradable coating lasts three hours] recycled paper in a radial honeycomb pattern” and one size generally fits
The EcoHelmet is a paper bicycle helmet made for bike share users Read More
Most of the time that I record video on my phone I can find something solid to lean against to avoid the inevitable shaking that results from holding the phone freehand. If I anticipate that I’ll be taking an action shot then I’ll record through Hyperlapse. But what if I really want to go to the next
Let LittleCane “support” your cinematic video Read More
FiiO is a fascinating company. In an age where people are increasingly using smart phones as their sole source of music, FiiO flies in the face of that trend by releasing portable digital audio players (DAP) that don’t do anything else. The market for DAPs is actually growing owing mainly to the exploding headphone market.
FiiO X1 II high resolution music player review Read More
Dental hygiene is important if you don’t want to end up wearing dentures when you get older. Brushing and flossing your teeth every day are habits that should be cultivated at a young age. If that’s a habit that you still struggle with, the Flosstime automatic floss dispenser may be the right gadget to help
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As much as possible, I take notes using Evernote, but sometimes I want to draw pictures and add diagrams and calculations to my notes. In those cases, it is easier to use a pen and paper. Orée has come up with the Stylograph, a pen that works with special paper to digitize all your handwritten
It’s that time of the week again where I compile everything we’ve posted in the last seven days into an easy to read list. Click through to see if you’ve missed anything. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
Carbon fiber wallets, electronics kits, Jabra earbuds and more – Weekly roundup Read More
There hasn’t been a whole lot of innovation in stringed instrument tuners in the last few years if you don’t count that they continue to shrink in size like the D’Addario NS Micro which clips to the edge of a guitar or ukulele’s sound hole. That’s why I was surprised to hear about the Cling
Cling On is a magnetic guitar tuner and not an alien species of warriors Read More
2016 marked the beginning of the end for many electronic ports that we have all come to know and love. Change is difficult but this consolidation and optimization of ports will ultimately mean thinner, lighter devices. The most controversial loss was Apple’s “brave” iPhone 7/7+ decision to ditch the headphone port that has been with
Jabra Elite Sport earbuds review Read More
Although it might look like some type of Rubik’s Cube type puzzle, the In10did DecaTxt is actually a one-handed Bluetooth keyboard. This unique keyboard only has 10 keys, but those 10 keys allow you to type all the same letters, numbers, punctuation characters and other symbols you’re used to typing on a traditional keyboard, but
The DecaTxt keyboard will let you type all the best words with just one hand Read More
Would you like to become a writer on the Gadgeteer team and write about fun gadgets and gear? I currently have 3-4 positions that I need to fill. Click through to see how to apply to my team of gadget and gear freaks! Update 02/01/17 I’ve received over 25 applicants and am not accepting any more
Help wanted – Become a writer on the Gadgeteer team! Read More
The Gadgeteer Kid is now a 6’3” teenager. Being raised in the Gadgeteer lifestyle he definitely has an opinion about most technologies. Well, in this case the Fam was watching a show and the latest Verizon commercial came on where they try to convince the world 5gb is enough data for most people. We are
Out of the mouth of babes…Gadgeteer Style Read More
The ShowOff Super Mount is an easy to use magnetic mounting system that has been designed to work with your smartphone. It comes with a magnet pack with rare earth magnets, four sticky metal mounting pads and a Bluetooth remote that you can use as a hands-free shutter button to snap pictures or capture video. Stick
ShowOff Super Mount wants to put a nail in the selfie stick’s coffin Read More
This week I found four interesting crowdfunding campaigns from Indiegogo and Kickstarter that I thought you might enjoy reading about. Click through to read this week’s list. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
Blink continues to add more products and features to their line of home security cameras and products. Earlier this week they announced that their wire-free security cameras will have IFTTT integration (for US users only). If you’re not familiar with IFTTT, it stands for If This Then That. It’s a programmable cloud-based trigger system that
Blink announces IFTTT integration for their home security cameras Read More
The Google Translate app is a great tool when traveling to another country, and it’s now available in Japanese. You just need to fire up the app, point your camera at the Japanese text, and the English translations will appear overlaid on your screen—even if you don’t have an Internet or data connection! Google Translate
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I am very picky about my EDC. I want quality items that are simple to use and are as minimal as possible when it comes to how much space they take up. About a year ago I realized that I almost never use cash anymore. When I buy something it’s easier to swipe a credit
IDENTITY Card wallet review Read More
Fender, the iconic guitar manufacturer, has released an Android version of their Fender Tune guitar and bass tuner application. Larry talked about the iOS version of this app last summer, and now it’s available for free for Android devices. The app uses the mobile device’s microphone to listen to a plucked string’s pitch and then
Fender shows some love for Android guitar players Read More
Is it time to update or consolidate your EDC? The Pocket Knife CRONO tool from Swiss Advance might be a consideration. It’s a light weight flat multi-function tool made of stainless Chromium steel and blade steel. It features four blades and functions that include a bottle opener, fish scaler, wire stripper, cm-scale, hex wrenches, cheese
This ultra light pocket tool might be the update your EDC needs Read More
Are you a fan of HBO’s Westworld? I was able to watch part of the first season during a free HBO weekend on DirecTV and thought it was a fun sci-fi series. I love the old west meets futuristic high-tech theme and the new Maverick leather messenger bag from Waterfield looks like it could fit
