Back in 2012, the gadgeteer Kid and I did a joint review of the original Sphero programable, robotic ball. We had a good time playing with it; using it to not only entertain ourselves but the dog and cat as well. Recently the Orbotix engineers and designers have introduced a second generation Sphero robot ball […]
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It’s that time of the year that everyone dreads here in the South – mosquito season.  The joke is that the mosquito is the state bird, but it’s no joke when you can’t even enjoy your outdoor spaces because it seems you and everyone with you are the main course at the mosquitoes’ banquet.  Set
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This week we featured some great reviews and news on all sorts of gadget related topics. Please take a few minutes and review this list of all the reviews, articles and news posts that we published this week on The Gadgeteer. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
Mio Alpha sport watch, T-Mobile Test Drive, Ridge wallet and more – Weekly roundup Read More
In addition to the big carriers like Verizon, AT&T, T-mobile, and Sprint, Google is now entering the wireless service arena with their Project Fi network using the Nexus 6, which is currently the only supported device. This project doesn’t create a new network, but rather uses network equipment that is already in place and is
Google Project Fi – a “new network” for Nexus 6 users Read More
I’m a bit of a computer parts junkie. When a thumb drive or hard drive goes on a great sale, I grab it if it’s my ideal price range. This leaves me with extra working parts around that I might not use right away.  Recently I swapped out an SATA hard drive for an SSD
Inateck USB 3.0 HDD Enclosure review Read More
Have you ever wanted to use a doughnut as your spacebar? Have you been hankering to use jello as a game controller? Yeah me neither, but now you can thanks to the most unusual Kickstarter project ever, Makey Makey Go. Makey Makey Go is a device composed of a USB dongle and a wire with
Makey Makey Go makes your spacebar edible Read More
Most charging stands for the Apple Watch leave the Watch hanging or laying open and unprotected, but the WatchKeeper is a leather-bound rigid, protective storage box with the magnetic charging cable completely contained inside. Â The Watch lays in a EVA foam protective tray and is further protected by the EVA foam lining inside the top
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We have an old Yamaha receiver/amplifier that has 5.1 Pioneer surround sound speakers connected to it. I’ve been thinking for a while that it would be nice to be able to stream music through these speakers. There a several devices out there that will turn your non Bluetooth speakers into Bluetooth speakers to stream music to and
iClever IC-BTT02 Bluetooth Transmitter and Receiver review Read More
Corkcicle says the Whiskey Wedge is the artful way to a perfectly chilled, but not watered down, drink. Â The Whiskey Wedge includes a glass and a silicone wedge. Â To prepare the glass for use, you insert the silicone form into the glass, then fill the glass with water through the opening in the top of
Corkcicle lets you say goodbye to watered down drinks Read More
We’ve reviewed wallets and iPad bags from RAGGEDedge Gear before, and we found them to be very sturdy and well made.  The mother-and-daughter team who own RAGGEDedge Gear are expanding their line, and they are now offering belts.  These custom-sized Carbon Fiber Belts from RAGGEDedge Gear can stand up to what you’re dishing out.  The
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If you complain about your iPhone or Android phone running out of battery at the most inopportune times, you need a backup battery. But which one do you buy? They come in all shapes, all sizes and all capacities. But the one thing the Powerskin PoP’n backup battery pack has going for it is the
Grab a 2000mAh Powerskin backup battery pack for just one cent Read More
To help celebrate National Bike to Work Day this Friday, WaterField has just announced a new pouch that they have designed to attach to your bike’s seat. The Rapide Bicycle Saddlebag is a US made bag with a cool retro vibe made from full-grain leather and waxed canvas. It holds a removable mini tool roll that organizes
WaterField’s latest bag is for your bike Read More
I have struggled for many years to manage the size of my rear pocket wallet. Sitting on a small leather brick is just not that comfortable, nor healthy for your spine. If you are a back pocket wallet person, you can realize how your body has compensated over time by switching your wallet to your
We’ve talked about various electronic gadgets to help our elders stay in touch without overwhelming them with technology, but we haven’t really discussed other ways to make their lives easier.  The Sock Aid with Foam Grip is a device to help people with arthritis of the hips or knees, back pain, or other physical limitations
This little low-tech device helps people with physical disabilities get their socks on Read More
If you like to serve your beer (or soft drinks) in chilled glasses but have limited space in your fridge to store the glasses until you need them, you need to check out the Black Terra Cotta Beer Tumblers that can be chilled and ready in 90 seconds. Â To prepare the mugs, you just soak
Serve your beer in a tumbler that will keep it colder Read More
I frequently find myself working around my house, trying to do an adequate impersonation of a handyman. I firmly believe for every job there is the right tool, but recently I discovered a tool that may be right for every job. The Coolbox is a toolbox for the modern handyman. It features two built-in marine
Coolbox is a handyman’s toolbox that goes to 11 Read More
One of the worst things about exercising with a heart rate monitor is the strap. It sticks to your sweaty body. It gets wet and smelly. If it’s too tight, it can irritate your skin. Garmin just announced a new Forerunner that does away with all that nastiness. The Forerunner 225 GPS Running Watch can
Garmin Forerunner 225 goes strapless Read More
It appears as though the endless East-coast Winter may have finally given way to Spring. With the warmer weather, refrigerators will soon be packed with fresh fruit from local farmer’s markets, co-ops, and grocery stores.  However, even in the refrigerator, these fruits are prone to begin to spoil in just a few days.  In the
Speck’s new Candyshell Fit for the Apple Watch is based on the dual-layer construction of their Candyshell line of cases for other devices; the hard polycarbonate outer case protects against impact and a TPU inner layer absorbs shocks.  The Fit will cover and protect your Watch, whether you are working out or just going about your day.
Speck introduces the Candyshell Fit case for the Apple Watch Read More
Marshall Headphones has produced some home speakers in the past, but their newly announced Kilburn is their first portable speaker.  Of course, it wouldn’t be a Marshall without that iconic Marshall amp style, grid, and classic logo.  It connects via Bluetooth v4.0 + EDR or a audio cable.  It has a 4″ woofer and 2
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