The Striiv pedometer is a very cool idea. It’s a pedometer not unlike the Fitbit which I just reviewed, as it counts your steps. But the comparison stops there because the Striiv has the potential to motivate you more than similar products. How? First of all, it’s a bit snazzier with the large color touch […]
Striiv – The Pedometer that gives back while you get fit Read More
Remember the Boogie Board LCD drawing tablet from Improv Electronics that I reviewed over a year ago? They’re finally coming out with a version that has a SAVE feature. The new Boogie Board Rip (Record Image Preserve) will have a save button that will capture your drawing and then allow you to upload it to
Boogie Board Rip – Same cool drawing pad, but now with save feature Read More
It seems that small point and shoot video cameras like the Flip are going the way of the Dinosaur, as they are being replaced by smartphones like the iPhone 4. But have you ever considered using your iPad 2 as a video camera? Makayama gives you the ability to attach various accessories such as lenses,
Makayama Movie Mount turns your iPad 2 into a video recording studio Read More
Elgato has introduced the EyeTV Mobile for iPad 2. Simply plug this dongle into the dock connector on your iPad 2, extend the built-in antenna, and watch over-the-air TV right on your iPad. (You’ll actually also have to install the EyeTV Mobile app from the app store, too.) You’ll be able to watch, pause, and
Elgato Lets You Watch Live TV on Your iPad 2 Read More
At Last!!!!!!!! My cry has been heard! Not to be outdone by Dunkin Doughnuts, Starbucks is now getting into bed or…waking up…not sure which… with Keurig K Cup. Dunkin Doughnuts has announced that you can now purchase their coffee blend in the single serve K Cups designed for the Keurig Coffee Brewers. Earlier they
The Best Part of Waking Up? Is Starbucks in your K Cup! Read More
Over a year ago we cut the cable/dish around here and began using Home Theater PCs, and various extenders and it has worked out much better than I had hoped. My wife and two sons have been delighted with the selection of content available and we’re saving almost $125/month by not having DirecTV. All went
Lenovo Multimedia Remote Upgraded Read More
Would you like to extend the range of your wireless network? Do you have WiFi dead spots around your house? Do you have an Internet capable TV that only has an ethernet port and your computer is in another room? Maybe you don’t even have a WiFi network in your house and need a way to
Diamond Wireless Range Extender WR300n Review Read More
Sony recently announced two new tablets: the Sony Tablet S and a foldable Sony Tablet P. Sony says they both “run the latest Android platform.” The Tablet S is a 9.4″ touchscreen device, and it is available for pre-order now. With it, you can access PlayStation games, Sony Reader eBooks, music and new release movies through
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Until recently I kept away from DSLRs, they were just to big for me to lug around and as such my last 4 cameras have been point and shoots. This meant missing out on a lot of manual settings and flexibility , but better to have a camera with you rather than not having one
Panasonic X Micro Four Thirds Lens, Growing Pancake Read More
With all of the accessories available for your iPad, Kindle, Nook, TouchPad, Xoom, or other tablets, it isn’t surprising that there are some great accessories and some not so good ones on the market. Knowing which ones to consider for your own use can be a challenge at best, so I am always excited to
I’m not sure why I’m writing so much about the HP TouchPad lately. I like the device and I like webOS, but the tablet is really my wife’s. I’m kind of stuck on my Android-powered, Asus Transformer. Nevertheless, the story of the HP TouchPad seems to be continuing with more twists, turns and odd occurrences than
As the TouchPad Turns… Read More
Digital cameras are convenient. They allow you to instantly see your photos, so you’re always sure you got the image you wanted. But what many photographers find lacking with digital cameras is the character that film imparted to their pictures. If you are nostalgic for the look of film photography but don’t want to give
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Herman Miller has a reputation as a maker of exceptional office chairs. They are ergonomic and beautifully designed. Their SAYL chair was inspired by suspension bridges, and its frameless back is designed to be supportive and to keep you cool. The chair has an adjustable seat height and tilt (with tilt-limiter). Its fixed arms are
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The Eremos watch from Stauer features a stainless steel case (42mm diameter, 12mm thick) and a leather band. That’s where the similarity to regular watches ends. The Eremos is a regulator watch, which is a timepiece based on the observatory clocks of the 1800s that were so precise because they separated the hour and minutes
Stauer Eremos Regulator Watch Read More
ClamCase makes a line of keyboard cases for iPad and iPad 2, and they’ve just introduced a special limited edition Trooper case. The case is in Imperial White with black accents. The case is made of polycarbonate to protect your iPad 2. It has a 360-degree black hinge that supports the iPad 2 in typing
May the Force Be With Your iPad Read More
One thing you can never be without is a good flashlight, especially one that has a bright brilliant light. But for me a flashlight is just a flashlight. That is unless it has something about it that gives it a unique characteristic. And the PrimeTorch 1010 by Primus is one such flashlight. SHARE ON TwitterFacebookPin
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Most Wacom tablets have to be connected to a computer for it to work. But what if you prefer drawing on physical paper with a pen? That’s where Wacom’s Inkling comes in. It works similar to the Livescribe but the Inkling doesn’t require special paper. The Inkling uses a clip-on receiver that you attach to
Wacom’s Inkling lets you draw without a tablet Read More
About a week ago when I wrote a review of the HP TouchPad I mentioned that while HP had positioned the tablet as a “professional” device it lacked the capability to edit Microsoft Office documents. Well, that appears to have been corrected as HP announced an update to Quickoffice that will allow for the editing
HP TouchPad Now Edits Office Docs and More Free Apps Read More
Install the Parrot Asteroid receiver in your car, and you’ll be connected to the internet, GPS, telephone, radio, and your mobile device. Main functions are accessible using the jog wheel, but you can also control the unit with voice commands. The Asteroid comes with a GPS dongle, so you can navigate without requiring a
Parrot Asteroid – Apps, Web, Phone, and Music in Your Car Read More
I was watching a rerun of Dr. Oz yesterday, which had a segment on kitchen gadgets. One of the products that caught my attention was the iSi Twist ‘n Sparkle beverage carbonation system. Instead of using a kitchen counter cluttering appliance like the SodaStream product that I reviewed 2yrs ago, it just uses an easy
Twist ‘n Sparkle – Make your own soda without cluttering the counter Read More