REVIEW – Vacuuming or dusting inside is such a thankless task: you clean today, and three days later, it looks like you’ve never cleaned! I have a long-haired dog, so I can live with a large amount of leaves, dirt, and sweet gum balls scattered around my house, but at some point, I just have […]
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Sleep is crucial to our well-being – at least that’s what the going wisdom tells us. Recent research is also exploring the relationship of our environment’s temperature to our sleep quality. Today, I’m going to tell you about a new product that may help you get the best sleep of your life
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REVIEW – I’m back again with another mechanical keyboard. This time from Akko. I’ve never had a keyboard from them, but I have read/seen/heard good things about them. So when the Akko MOD007b HE PC Santorini came along I was very eager to grab it, not only because it was from Akko but because it
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DEAL NEWS – Enjoy the best of the tablet and laptop worlds with this refurbished Microsoft Surface Pro 6, on sale for $393.99 (reg. $849). When the tablet hit the tech scene years ago, it was viewed as a revolutionary device. Much of that was due to its portable nature and similar capabilities to laptops and
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REVIEW – Everyone who knows me knows that I love home automation. That includes automating mundane tasks like vacuuming and mopping. If you’re a regular reader of The Gadgeteer, you’ll know that I’ve tested a bunch of robot vacuums including several DEEBOT models from Ecovacs. The new X2 Omni represented a pretty significant change for
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CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The KUKU Maker is a new coffee maker that is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter and has taken the coffee brewing world by storm. Why? It is the world’s first circular extraction coffee maker that can produce a variety of coffee types, including cold brew espresso, pour-over, and regular espresso, from one
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REVIEW – The Gadgeteer has had the fortune to review the GEEKOM Mini IT11 and Mini IT13. The number in the model name refers to the generation of the Intel chipset within. I have a Mini IT12 that I intend to put through its paces. Read on to see what I think. What is it?
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DEAL NEWS – Mini PCs are a great way to add computing power to almost any space in your home or office, without taking up a lot of room. Their compact size even makes them a versatile yet super portable workstation that is easy to bring along with you when you travel. Especially if you
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REVIEW – Every now and then a product comes along that makes you say “Why didn’t someone think of that before?” The xTool Screen Printer is just such a product. Using a laser to make a screen for screen printing? Why not! Let’s find out if it works as advertised. What is it? The xTool
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DEAL NEWS – Add a powerful new aid during treacherous weather conditions with this Eton Elite Executive Shortwave Radio, now just $149.99 (reg. $249) for a limited time. Most of us already rely on our phones to a startling degree. But during an emergency like extreme weather events, many learn that cell networks can fail
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REVIEW – There is nothing like walking out of your back door and jumping into your own swimming pool. It is something I have wanted to have all of my life. However, owning a pool also has a dark side with ongoing maintenance. Many people pay others to do this for them, but I would
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ARTICLE – A week ago, I posted an article about my experiences transferring an eSIM from my iPhone 15 Pro Max to a brand new Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. Long story short, it was easy going making the swap from the iPhone to the Samsung but when I tried to switch back, chaos ensued. I
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CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Today I want to introduce you to a new multi-tool from CJRB. The Pocket Breeze is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s take it for a spin. What is it? The Pocket Breeze is a new utility knife/multi-tool from CJRB, a company known for their folding and fixed knives. What’s in the
REVIEW – Right now, I am immersed in the world of headphones/headset testing and I am particularly intrigued by the number of sub $100 headphones that are making me smile and rethink the need to spend more on the ones I would carry around with me for daily use. So far, I have been pleasantly
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REVIEW – Productivity. I’ve been told I need to be more productive, in more ways than one. In an effort to avoid any “physical” productivity, I decided to try my hand at being more electronically productive, at least while on the road. I have a tiny little laptop and not the best eyes anymore. When
KYY X90 14″ triple portable monitor review – A productivity necessity? Read More
PRE-REVIEW – I received the OnePlus 12 a couple of days ago and thought I’d do break up my normal review process into two parts. This will be an unboxing and first impression pre-review to be followed up with my real-world experience after having used it for a week or two. What is it? The
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NEWS- Calling all sports ball fans! Apparently, there’s some big game happening soon, one that’s so popular thousands of people get a new TV just to watch it with their friends. Are you one of those people? What if you’re not but you do love watching movies and other media in beautiful 4K? Then I have
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REVIEW – When stepping away from the house, carrying a portable power bank can help ease the anxiety of running out of power for many of our devices. Is the myCharge MAG-LOCK MagSafe Powerbank capable enough to bring us peace of mind when we do? Read on to find out. What is it? The myCharge
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REVIEW – I am not sure how many of you have dealt with OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), but I have and do. One of the effects of OCD is insomnia and this is usually caused by my inability to relax my mind so that it stops being so busy. Over the years I have tried
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REVIEW – If you’re like me, garden spades need to be replaced yearly, assuming they last a single season. Maybe it’s something in Idaho dirt or user error, but while they’re useful, they seem to bend in half or crack before too long. Enter The Original Hori Hori Namibagata Japanese Stainless Steel Weeding Knife! I