Peck, peck, peck… Hey you there, behind the screen. Yes, you. Did you read all our news and review posts this week? Did you read Dave’s review of the Nuu Mobile Z8 smartphone? How about my review of the Evarii Modular watches or Andy’s review of the Allreli LCD Dual USB Charger? Just to make […]
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If there’s a tool available to help me save money, I’ll use it. One of the tools I use is the Gasbuddy app. I’ve been using it for a while now and I love it. Anytime I need to fill up my vehicles, I search for the cheapest gas prices near me using this app;
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A few weeks ago, I introduced you to the TUO, a travel organizer designed to save space and make packing easier. Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to travel and test the TUO for myself. Will it ease the frustrations of travelers everywhere or is it a Kickstarter campaign full of empty promises? SHARE ON
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Being a writer for The Gadgeteer has given me the opportunity to try new and interesting things. Having said that, I find myself often volunteering to review headphones, more precisely Bluetooth headphones. Now to this point, I have previously reviewed two sets of Bluetooth headphones, so when Polk offered us a chance to review their new
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I love products that have more than one use, and the Auca multifunctional luggage fits that description very nicely. It’s a 25″ suitcase that doubles as a desk and cabinet when your travel destination is lacking those amenities. Available in red, green, yellow and blue, this luggage features 360-degree wheels with a braking mechanism for
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A month ago I posted a gadget diary entry about how I have been thinking about switching back to the iPhone. After yesterday’s mega Apple event, I have made my decision and will be pre-ordering the iPhone 6s Plus this Saturday morning. Why am I going to switch from Android and why have I picked the
Julie’s gadget diary – I’m pre-ordering the iPhone 6s Plus on Saturday, are you? Read More
V-MODA has been kinda quiet for a while. Their headphones are still popular, but now V-MODA has entered the wireless world with the Crossfade Wireless Over-Ear headphone. V-MODA states that they worked years to get the wireless sound equal to analog (wired) with no compromises. Their dual-diaphragm 50mm driver is a refined version of the
V-MODA presents the Crossfade Wireless with uncompromised Bluetooth audio Read More
You’ve got a USB charger, but what is your smartphone or other gadget REALLY doing with that power? The Allreli LCD Dual USB Charger gives you a glimpse under the hood with a handy display that shows current and voltage. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Alcon. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you at an age where you need reading glasses or bifocals in order to read or see things up close? Do these glasses make you feel older when you’re using them? I know that it took me
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They say looks can be deceiving and this portable NFC enabled wireless Audio Receiver from iClever is no exception. First of all, this receiver, which is a 3.0 Bluetooth version, allows you to stream music, podcasts, news, or whatever you are listening to on your smartphone, tablet, iPhone, iPad, computer, or whatever Bluetooth enabled device
iClever IBE-01 Universal Bluetooth Headset Receiver review Read More
I just found a great deal on Kinja Deals: Anker’s Premium Tempered Glass Screen Protectors for iPhone 6/6s and iPhone 6/6s Plus are currently available for $1.99 each on Amazon using discount codes. They are laser cut to the precise dimensions of your phone and fit only on the flat surface (not on the curved
Wristwatches haven’t really changed that much since they were first invented. They still consist of a single timepiece and a single band that allows you to attach the watch to your wrist. Until now, customization consisted almost solely of changing bands to give the watch a different look. But now with Evarii Modular Watches, a new Kickstarter
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If you’re concerned about the environment and making sure your kids are eating nutritious foods that they like while at school or day care, you really need to check this out. This bento-style lunch box will encourage your kids to eat healthy, the food stays separate and it’s leakproof! No more using baggies that add
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Underwater Audio has outdone themselves with this product. I have used these headphones for over two months now and whether I’m walking, running, mowing my lawn, weeding my garden or swimming (in that order every Saturday or Sunday) these babies are with me. Let me tell you why I love them so much. SHARE ON
Underwater Audio Swimbuds Sport Waterproof Headphones and iPod bundle review Read More
I can’t believe it’s been 13 years since I reviewed the original WaterField Cozmo bag. I carried that bag for a couple of years and then Jeanne carried it for a few more. I still have it somewhere in my magic closet o’bags and I bet it still looks just as good as it did
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Fire, one of man’s greatest achievements, not because we invented it, but more for how we have tamed it throughout the years (except for maybe that Nero/Rome thing and that cow in Chicago). But, when it comes to making fire, especially in emergency survival situations, most of us would be lost. I am not saying
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Scientists Donald Ingber and Dan Dongeun Huh at Harvard University’s Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering (Whew, that was a mouthful!) have developed microchip-like devices called Organs-on-Chips. These devices are transparent, flexible polymers (plastic) that contain microscopic channels. When living human cells from different organs like the lungs, gut, kidney, and liver are introduced through
Organs-on-Chips may take the place of animal testing in the future Read More
In the central Texas, mosquitoes are a year-round problem. We have those tiny Asian Tiger mosquitoes that love shade, hit quick, and bite hard. When the weather is nice, we love to sit outside at night in our live oak-shaded back yard and chat, drink iced tea, and occasionally toss a ball for the dogs.
Thermacell Repellent Camp Lantern review Read More
Nest Labs, an Google Alphabet owned company, recently announced the third iteration of their popular Nest thermostat. For those of you unfamiliar with the Nest thermostat, it’s an internet-connected thermostat which claims to save you up to 15% on your heating/cooling bill. It does this by automatically learning your schedule and adjusting the temperature based on your
Your A/C can be much smarter (and cheaper) with the Nest 3.0 Read More
With Microsoft rolling out their new Elite Wireless Controller for the Xbox One just in time for the holidays, other accessory companies were sure to follow suit. Razer a company whose products we have reviewed before is no exception, they are entering the fray with the Razer Wildcat controller. Designed to compete with the new
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