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TYLT SYNCABLE-DUO 2-in-1 charging cable combines a microUSB cable with a Lightning cable

The TYLT SYNCABLE-DUO 2-in-1 charging cable combines a microUSB cable with an Apple MFI-certified Lightning adapter. You’ll be able to charge or sync a variety of devices with this one cable. The Lightning adapter is tethered to the cable so you don’t have to worry about losing it. The cables are available in 1 foot, 2 […]

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Denon Heos 3 wireless speaker review

By Kathleen Chapman / October 31, 2014 / Reviews / Audio, TV, Video, Wireless speakers / 4 Comments

Installing a whole home audio system used to be a chore. Now with wireless systems like the Korus V400 and V600 (reviewed on the Gadgeteer), Sonos, and others, you no longer have to deal with the hassle of hard wiring the speakers into your home. You can even buy speakers one at a time and easily expand

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2X the battery life for the Caterpillar Cat B15Q phone with this extended battery by Mugen Power

By Janet Cloninger / October 31, 2014 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Smartphone accessory / Leave a Comment

There are a lot of mobile phones on the market today, but it can be impossible to find accessories designed for your particular device if you don’t have an Apple or Samsung product. Mugen Power has an extended Li-ion battery for your phone, if you happen to have the Caterpillar Cat B15Q phone. The standard battery

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The AARP RealPad may give your older family members what they need in a tablet

By Janet Cloninger / October 31, 2014 / News / Android, Android tablet, Tablets, Ultra Portables / Leave a Comment

This new RealPad from AARP probably isn’t a lot different from many other 7.9″ Android tablets on the market, but it has one advantage over them. The fact that AARP is endorsing them and has some of their services set up as apps on the tablet may be enough to give tech-fearful people the confidence to think

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Colonel Littleton No. 43 Mailbag Briefcase review

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 30, 2014 / Reviews / Bags, Leather, Shoulder bag / 1 Comment

The Colonel Littleton No. 43 Mailbag Briefcase is a gorgeous shoulder bag reminiscent of the mail pouches carried by pony express riders from days before email and the internet. This bag is made in Tennessee of vintage brown polished leather with a very soft dry-milled leather flap that has brass shield on embossed with the bag’s serial

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Keep your hands warm, answer your phone, and light your way with these gloves

By Janet Cloninger / October 30, 2014 / News / Gear, gloves, tech clothing / Leave a Comment

The Light Casting Gloves will keep your hands warm this winter. They have a “wind- and water-resistant outer shell, polyester insulation that keeps hands warm, and a brushed tricot lining that is soft and smooth against hands.” They also have a synthetic leather palm for improving your grip and elastic at the wrist to keep

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Live long and prosper – and take my card, please!

By Janet Cloninger / October 30, 2014 / News / Gear, Star Trek / 1 Comment

Devoted fans of Mr. Spock will love this business card holder. The Bronze Spock Business Card Holder is apparently only bronze colored, because it is made of Polystone. It measures 4.25″ x 2.5″ x 6.5″. It shows Spock’s hand in his famous Vulcan salute, and the base displays his “live long and proper” salutation. You can

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RHA MA750i in-ear headphone review

By Bill Henderson / October 29, 2014 / Reviews / Audio, Video, TV, Headphones / 3 Comments

When a headphone company is primarily known for making products that sound better than other brands more expensive offerings, what happens when they create a premier model that’s not so inexpensive anymore? How much better can it be, especially when compared to their already excellent, but less costly models? Will this new in-ear headphones sound

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If you like a stylus, then you should have put a ring on it

By Janet Cloninger / October 29, 2014 / News / Gear, Geek jewelry, Styluses / Leave a Comment

All the single ladies and gents who like to use a stylus but who can never find the thing when they want it need the Ring Stylus from Kikkerland Design. This stylus fits a size 8 finger, or you can wear it on a keyring or around your neck on a chain, so you’ll always

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Add a little steampunk ambiance to your home with these switch plates

By Janet Cloninger / October 29, 2014 / News / Home and Kitchen, Home lighting, Steampunk / Leave a Comment

If normal switch plate covers are too mundane for you, try these Toggle Switch Plates from UncommonGoods for a little Rube Goldberg steampunk style. They are designed by father and son Lance and L J Nybye. The plates are made with brass hardware and laser-engraved plywood. You can attach them over your existing standard switch plates

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TYLT adds two new Qi chargers to their wireless charging lineup

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 28, 2014 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Car Gear, charging dock, Qi / Leave a Comment

The TYLT VÜ Wireless Charger that Dave reviewed earlier this year is still my favorite Qi charger. I ended up buying one after reading his review and have been happily using it with my LG G3 on my night stand next to my bed every night. I’m happy to report that TYLT has just announced

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Gilmour LeakFree garden hose system review

By Greg Carter / October 28, 2014 / Reviews / gardening, Home and Kitchen, Outdoor Gear / 4 Comments

I take good care of most of my tools and equipment, but my garden hose is an exception. I think it’s because we share a mutual dislike. The hose kinks when I uncoil it, then tangles and resists when I try to put it back neatly. And the connections between hoses and nozzles always manage

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Mini Eco-i-Lite is a power failure light, flashlight, and nightlight in one

By Janet Cloninger / October 28, 2014 / News / Emergency lighting, Flashlight, Home and Kitchen / Leave a Comment

mini eco i lite flashlight emergency light

The Mini Eco-i-Lite from the Container Store plugs into an outlet and can serve as a dim nightlight. If you need a flashlight, just lift the cylinder out of the charging base and turn on the LED flashlight. If you lose power, the flashlight comes on automatically, and it can provide 7 hours of continuous

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Amazon Fire TV is now on a Stick, and Amazon Prime members can save 50%

By Janet Cloninger / October 28, 2014 / News / Amazon, Android, Audio, Video, TV, Streaming video / 1 Comment

If you had your interest piqued by the Amazon Fire TV that was released earlier this year, but you didn’t want to pay $100 for it, the Amazon Fire TV Stick is for you. It’s only $39, but Amazon Prime members get it for only $19 if they order before 6:00 a.m. (PT) October 29, 2014.

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Fitbit announces the Charge, Charge HR and Surge activity trackers

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 27, 2014 / News / Activity tracker, Health and fitness, Smartwatch, Watches and Clocks / 5 Comments

It must be Fitbit day at The Gadgeteer because earlier this morning Janet showed us a fancy ladies pendant and bracelet holder for the Fitbit Flex activity tracker and now I am going to tell you about three brand new trackers that were announced earlier today. The Charge, Charge HR and Surge are the latest additions

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iPega wants you to get touchy feely with your Bluetooth iOS and Android gaming controller

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 27, 2014 / News / Android, Game controllers, iOS / Leave a Comment

If you enjoy playing games on your smartphone, the iPega Bluetooth Controller with Touchpad adds a traditional gaming controller to your mobile device for added fun and play-ability. The iPega which does not require any special drivers, is compatible with Android and iOS devices and features a built-in 2 inch touch pad. A special telescopic

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It’s all about cool with the A2 portable speaker

By Larry Geisz / October 27, 2014 / News / Audio, Video, TV, Bluetooth, Bluetooth speaker / Leave a Comment

So, you now own the ultimate mobile device and have decked it out with the best accessories. But what about portable speakers? If you are Bang & Olufsen, you design the BEOPLAY A2. The A2 is a 10.1″ x 5.6″ x 1.7″, 2.4 pound, rechargeable, Bluetooth 4.0, extruded aluminum speaker designed to be both rugged

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SJCAM SJ4000 Action Camera review

By Raul Sanchez / October 27, 2014 / Reviews / Action Camera, Camera gear / 191 Comments

Time for another review for another action camera. This time this review is for SJCAM’s Sports HD DV 1080P camera, the SJ4000. At first glance, this camera resembles the look and feel similar to a GoPro camera. Many available action cameras on the market have taken a cue in design and form from GoPro cameras and this

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Brew your coffee your way with this Timbuk2 travel kit

By Janet Cloninger / October 27, 2014 / News / Coffee Brewer, Home and Kitchen, Travel Gear / Leave a Comment

If your coffee is the key to a good morning for you, and if the cost of getting it your way is no object, then the Blue Bottle Coffee Travel Kit from Timbuk2 Bags is the perfect addition to your travel gear. The kit is packed in a Timbuk2 bag with 14-oz waxed canvas exterior with

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