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BrickStix let you customize your LEGO models with reusable stickers

LEGO fans young and old will love BrickStix reusable stickers. These removable and restickable decals can be used over and over again to customize your LEGO creations without leaving a yucky sticky residue. BrickStix are available in a wide variety of sticker packs that range from Zombies to Space, Signs, Comics and more. Each sticker […]

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The Patriot Pen is light weight precision-machined goodness

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I enjoy and definitely prefer nice writing instruments. Occasionally one is introduced on Kickstarter or the like that is noteworthy. In this case, the designers at Dimond Point have recently began a crowd-funded project so that they can bring The Patriot, their precision-machined, military-inspired pen to market. The Patriot Pen is sleek, lightweight and made from high-quality military grade 6063 aluminum,

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Fitbit Charge HR activity tracker review

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Two years ago Fibit introduced the Fitbit Force wrist worn activity tracker. It was really popular until people started complaining about irritations and rashes while wearing the device on their wrist. The Force ended up being taken off the market when Fitbit conducted a voluntary recall in February 2014. Now one year later, the most

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Teach yourself to program with the Swifty app for iOS

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Have you wanted to try your hand at writing a program for the iPhone or iPad, but you don’t know how to get started?  One simple, inexpensive way to get your toes wet with Apple’s new Swift programming language is with the Swifty app.  You’ll learn to program for the iOS platform with Swift right

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SMS Audio SYNC by 50 On-Ear Sport Wireless Headphones review

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As I have said before, I prefer earbuds, having tried literally dozens of them from stock earbuds to wireless sport headphones to extravagant, handmade monitors and everything in between. I like their small, compact, transportable form-factor for travel, working out, puttering around the house, etc. Be that as it may, it surprises me how many people are

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Nomad has the Key to keeping your Pebble Watch charged on the go

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Nomad based the design for the NomadKey USB charging cable for the Pebble Original smart watch on a key.  Since you always have your keys with you when you’re out, why not have a key-sized charger on the keyring?  It won’t feel like you are carrying anything extra, but you’ll have a tough, flexible charging

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Magic-Pro ProMini Power Station 6T charges 6 devices using only one outlet

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The Magic-Pro ProMini Power Station 6T from Brando is a USB charger that can charge up to six devices at once while only using one outlet. The Magic-Pro ProMini Power Station 6T comes with five interchangeable plugs that will allow you to use this charger in the US, UK, AU, EU, KR and JP. The

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Ivation Acoustix waterproof Bluetooth speaker review

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As a rule, I don’t get that excited about Bluetooth speakers anymore unless there’s a feature that really grabs my attention.  The last waterproof Bluetooth speaker I reviewed was the NYNE Aqua floating Bluetooth speaker.  What’s so different about the Ivation Acoustix waterproof Bluetooth speaker? SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It

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Cocoon makes their SLIM backpack available in leather

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My husband has the Cocoon SLIM backpack, and he uses it daily.  It’s become his favorite gear bag because it’s comfortable to wear on his back even when loaded down with his 15″ work MacBook, his iPad, and various papers, cables, chargers, and other gear.  Now, Cocoon is making the SLIM backpack available in a

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Miu Color 300 mL Aroma Diffuser Ultrasonic Humidifier review

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About a year ago, I hopped on the essential oils bandwagon because several people I know use them for health and wellness purposes. However, I simply enjoyed the aroma and so did my kids. I’ve since purchased two ultrasonic diffusers, both of which have had drawbacks. One of these, the H2EO Ultrasonic Diffuser, leaves about

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Julie’s gadget diary – I’ve been cheating on my MacBook with a Dell XPS 13 (part 2)

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Several weeks ago I posted the first part of this article where I talked about how I would be using a Dell XPS 13 laptop instead of my 13″ MacBook Pro with retina display and 13″ MacBook Air for a week. To remind folks, I only use Macs at home. There are no Windows PCs to be

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Tom Bihn, Rickshaw, Jawbone and more – Gadget review updates

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Andy has been busy updating a dozen of his past reviews. This week’s review updates include bags, cases, mice and more. Click through to see Andy’s list of updated reviews and then scroll to the bottom of each of the listed reviews to read his newest update. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin It

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A tortoise by another name… the Nendo Kame upright 55 carry on

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A decent set of luggage is almost paramount these days when doing extensive or long travel. While polycarbonate luggage is usually a little more durable and lighter, it often only comes in a clam shell design (basically the suitcase zippers down the middle and opens with two equal size sides). Fabric luggage usually has a

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Waterfield Designs Razor Case review

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I’ve mentioned before that my husband shaves with a vintage double-edged razor, and that I created a kit with his shaving gear and other toiletries for when he travels.  (Check the links at the end of this review to read more about his travel kit.)  In the past, men had elaborate travel kits with fittings

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Tokyoflash Japan announces the Satellite X

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Tokyoflash Japan’s latest watch is the Kisai Satellite X Wood LED Watch.  The watch has a custom-designed dark sandalwood case with a protective clear coating and a dark mineral crystal lens.  Time is displayed on three interlocking rings that are read from top to bottom.  The display has a backlight, and there’s an animation mode

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