News, reviews and articles about cars and car accessories.
As a police officer, I spend a significant portion of my day in a vehicle, patrolling. While on patrol, I enjoy having something to listen to in the background. In the past I was satisfied listening to terrestrial radio, but more and more I find I’d rather listen to streaming radio or podcasts. None of our […]
iClever Bluetooth receiver & FM transmitter review Read More
We Gadgeteers carry our phones everywhere. Even using wearable tech, we still want a phone with us, especially when we’re driving. The GPS/Mapping apps and constant connectivity your phone gives you can be the difference between sitting at a confusing intersection, trying to unfold that stupid gas station map and breezing through, confident of your
Satechi CD-NT Universal CD car mount and SCH-121 Cup Holder Mount reviews Read More
The shopping malls around here are always busy, and sometimes they are so jammed you’re lucky to find a parking place. After a few trips around the giant lot looking for an empty space, and it all starts to look alike. If you don’t make a concerted effort to find a landmark, you may find
Never wander the parking lot searching for your car again Read More
You can’t have too many USB charging outlets when traveling, I say. Today we look at the XPower E1, a rather unique take on the 12V to USB accessory with 3 ports, a built-in voltage display and a long power cord.
XPower E1 3-port USB car charger review Read More
I love flat charging cables. Ever since I came across the flat micro USB cable that came with the Logitech Ultimate Ears Boom speaker, I’ve been snapping up flat cables if there’s a choice. Now, there’s a car charger with a flat cable!
TYLT RIBBN 4.8A Car Charger with flat ribbon cable review Read More
Have you ever driven down the road and wondered if you closed the garage door when you left? Unfortunately, it happens to me a lot, and then I’m in the situation where I can worry about it until I get home or drive back to check. Sometimes I’m 150 miles away when I think about
Chamberlain MyQ Garage Universal Smartphone Garage Door Controller review Read More
The Caseco Core 360° is a car mount that will put your smartphone right where you need it without a lot of unsightly plastic holders, Velcro or unreliable suction cups. The mount is made of an anodized aluminum alloy and features a neodymium magnet that keeps a secure hold on your device. The mounting part
Caseco’s Core 360 is one of the smallest smartphone car mounts I’ve ever seen Read More
Cars have become more advanced, and along with the new computer and emissions controls have come the warning indicator lights or “idiot lights” that will go off if the computer detects something wrong with a system in your vehicle. Thankfully, a standard port for accessing that information in the car’s computer system was developed, called
BlueDriver OBD2 Bluetooth Scan Tool review Read More
Car adapter maker Automatic just announced version two of its car adapter plug as well as its new Automatic App Gallery. The Automatic adapter plugs into the standard diagnostics (OBD-II) port hidden under the dash in most cars since 1996 and helps users diagnose their own check engine lights and gathers data on driving habits.
Automatic announces next generation OBD-II car adapter and app store Read More
I’ve been searching for ways to attach my phone and tablet to the dash of my car. Up until now, the options have been either destructive to the dash or I had to use a device that extended from the windshield. Neither of these were satisfying, so the MagicMount from Scosche seemed to be a
Scosche MagicMount XL Dash/Window car mount review Read More
It’s nice to have a place in your car to set your drink, but it’s even nicer to have a place to keep your phone where you can see it while it’s navigating for you or while it’s charging. With the Cupholder Charging Station, you can convert one drink holder in the center console into
Turn your car’s cupholder into a USB charging station Read More
It’s a cloudless night with a full moon and you’re driving along a deserted road in the middle of nowhere with thick forest on both sides of the road. With the windows rolled down you can hear your tires crunching over the gravel as you drive slowly. The sound almost puts you into a trance but
A118-C Novatek 1080p HD dashcam review Read More
Recently, Julie and I reviewed the iBolt Command Remote, a Bluetooth button that you can control various aspects of your smartphone. It was okay, but had some shortcomings especially for the iOS version. Today, I’ve got the Satechi Bluetooth Button Series (Home Button) to review.
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Although I don’t consider myself a dashcam expert, after reviewing three of these devices, I think I have a good idea which features make a dashcam stand out from the crowd. The LyfeLens dashcam looks to be the ultimate dashcam in terms of features. At least it looks great on paper. The LyfeLens features dual-facing
LyfeLens might be the ultimate dashcam for your car Read More
We know that mophie makes protective phone cases with built-in backup batteries, and they also make battery packs that you can carry in your gear bag or on a keychain to charge all your mobile gear. Did you know that mophie also makes AC wall chargers? They have two models that you can use at home
mophie dual wall chargers work at home or in the car Read More
Do you use your smartphone to stream music while you’re driving? If you do, you have probably struggled to interact with the music application while operating your vehicle. Especially during the winter months when you’re wearing gloves. The biggest issue is that you should not be focusing your attention to skipping music tracks or giving
Satechi Bluetooth Button Series (Media Button) review Read More
I used to be the cold one, but now my daughter is the family member who feels like she lives in an ice box. She always wants the heat turned up or the air conditioner turned off in the car, while her dad and I are sweltering. I need to get her the Trillium Worldwide Car
Keep that constantly chilly person warm without having to overheat the car Read More
The iBolt Command Remote is a stand alone button that can be programmed to perform a variety of functions for iOS and Android devices. The button is powered by a coin cell battery and pairs with your phone using Bluetooth. Andy Chen and I decided to do a dual review to talk about how the
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I truly believe charging your devices without having to plug them in is a great feature and the way of the future, that all cellphone/smart device manufactures should embrace. The TYLT VÜ wireless charger was one of my favorite review/tech products of 2014. It’s build quality, upright orientation and triple coil design make it the hands
TYLT VÜ Wireless Charging Car Mount review Read More
I’m a little obsessed with trying to find the best dashcam for my car. I’m relatively new to this type of gadget and have only reviewed two different units in the past year (see related links below). The latest dashcam that I’ve been testing is the VicoVation Vico-Marcus 4 dashcam. This one caught my eye because
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