Brick Joystick – Another gadget that claims to improve your mobile gaming experience

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Last week I posted a review of the Invisible Gamepad Kickstarter project, which are easy to use stick-on gamepads for smartphones and tablets. I found that the Invisible Gamepad worked better than other stick-on joysticks that I’ve tried in the past (see related reviews at the bottom of this post), but it still lacked a

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Vaja Leather Grip Hardshell Case for iPhone 5 review

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This is the third case I recently received to try with my iPhone 5 from Vaja Cases.  The Leather Grip Hardshell Case for iPhone 5 is a leather-wrapped hard backcover case.  It’s quite different from the Vaja flip-cover cases I recently review.  (Check the related links at the bottom of the review.)  This case is for the person

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The Summit AUTOSEAL Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle keeps its cool when it’s hot

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If you are like me, you are always looking for ways to be a good steward to Mother Earth. One way I do this is by using a water bottle instead of buying bottled water. The issue I have with most water bottles (and bottled waters for that matter) is that they don’t keep my

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Kwikset Kevo lets you open your front door with a gentle caress

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Kwikset, longtime makers of locks and keys, have announced that their new Kevo deadbolt lock will be available for pre-order starting today. The Kevo looks like a standard deadbolt style lock that you might find installed in most doors. But it uses Bluetooth Low Energyâ„¢ 4.0 technology to turn your smartphone into an electronic key

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Travelon introduces a waterproof tablet pouch with a built-in stand

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I’ve seen a lot of waterproof pouches for smartphones and tablets, and they all seem to be a variation of a Ziploc baggie on steroids.  They will protect your electronics against water damage, but that’s it.  The new Waterproof Portfolio for Tablets from Travelon adds a stand function to the waterproof case, making it easier

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UpWrite desks are height adjustable and can even take your messages

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Back in the olden days when CRTs had glass screens, I used to use a dry-erase marker to leave myself a note right on the screen for important things I needed to do first thing after getting to work.  I don’t dare write on my screens with anything now, so I just have to put

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Eagle Tech Neptor ET-KB300BF-WH Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard for Tablets & Smartphones review

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Bluetooth keyboards tend to come in two varieties: a case for a tablet you are using with a keyboard built in, or a universal Bluetooth keyboard that is not device-specific. The Neptor ET-KB300BF-WH Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard for Tablets & Smartphones by Eagle Tech, USA falls into the second category.   It’s a portable keyboard that can

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Waterproof, drop proof, dirt proof cases for the Samsung Galaxy S3 are now available from LifeProof

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San Diego based LifeProof has just announced 2 new protective cases for the Samsung Galaxy S3. The nüüd and frē cases offer extreme protection and usability for this popular Android smartphone. Features include: Waterproof down to 6.6 feet / 2 meters for 1 hour Shock proof to Military Standard 810F-516 to withstand drops and shocks

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Vaja Executive Leather Top Flip Case and Top SP Striped Flip Case for iPhone 5 review

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Vaja Cases have a reputation for beautiful, well-made leather cases and covers.  Until recently, I had never gotten to try a Vaja case for myself, and my first experience was with the beautiful Nouva Pelle case for iPhone 5.  I was also lucky enough to recently receive some other Vaja iPhone 5 cases.  Two of them

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MirrorCase will change the way your take photos and video with your iPad

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Last year, we told you about how the MirrorCase for iPhone 4/4S allows you to be part of what’s going on around you as you record it.  Now these same folks are introducing the MirrorCase for iPad.  The iPad case has a cover to protect the screen while it’s not in use, and the raised

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Track your calorie burn with the SYNC Burn connected fitness device

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Most of the fitness trackers currently on the market have a burned calories display that has been calculated based on stats like weight, height and of course your activities. While this info is very helpful, it’s using a formula that has not been created especially for you. If you’re looking for more accuracy, you might

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