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Jabra Freeway Bluetooth Speakerphone Review

What's in the box - actually, there's a power plug as well.

I’m a huge consumer of music while on the go. If I’m not doing something that requires concentration, I’m likely to have earbuds shoved in my ears or headphones on. When driving, however, I don’t like to use earbuds/headphones because of the safety issues. I drive an older model car usually, so have been using […]

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Take the Energizer All-in-One Air Jump Power on your Next Road Trip

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It’s summer time, and that means people all over the country are setting out on vacations. For those of you that aren’t flying to your destination, the Energizer All-in-One Air Jump Power looks like it might be a wonderful traveling companion to stow in the trunk of your car. This 12-Volt system can jump start

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Gone Are the Days of Remote Start From a Key Ring

Viper has created technology that allows you to start your car from virtually anywhere with your smartphone.  Viper SmartStart works with iPhones, Blackberrys, and Android.  SmartStart allows you to heat/cool your car, lock/unlock doors, control multiple cars, personalize settings, and start remotely from practically anywhere.  There are three configurations:  VSM200, VSS3000, and VSS5000.  The configurations

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CoulVue iPad 2 Headrest Mounting System from TouCoul Review

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The Gadgeteer has reviewed a variety of mounting solutions for the iPad.  Most of them were designed specifically to hold the original iPad, so there are a lot of redesigned accessories coming on the market after the iPad 2 was released.  TouCoul makes accessories for both the original and the new iPads.  They sent us

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Make Parking the Car Easier with a Laser Guide

autoshop laser parking guide

The Laser Parking System from AutoSport can reduce damage to your car (or your garage) by letting you know when you’re in the “parking sweet spot.”  The system plugs into a power outlet or uses batteries.  Installation is easy with the included hardware.  Set it up by parking the car where you want it, then

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Magellan RoadMate 9055-LM GPS with Free Map Updates

magellan roadmate 9055 lm

The RoadMate 9055-LM from Magellan has a large monitor and a unique retractable mounting arm that makes it ideal for use in larger SUVs and RVs, trucks, and minivans, but it works equally well for drivers with smaller vehicles.  The 7″ touchscreen makes navigation easy with Magellan’s OneTouch user interface.  You’ll also get traffic information

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Remote Starter for Your Car from Bulldog Security

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Bulldog Security has introduced a remote car starter that even works with cars equipped with immobilizers.  The RS82B remote starter lets you start your immobilizer-equipped car to warm it up or cool it down while still keeping it secure.  The RS82B kit comes with a remote fob with start/stop buttons.  It comes with everything you

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Cobra iRadar – Radar/Laser/Safety Camera Detection for iPhone/iPod Touch

cobra iradar for iphone

Cobra is a company long-known for making radar detectors.  Now they are offering the iRadar system, which combines a Cobra detector unit with an app for iPhone and iPod touch.  The detector unit provides 360-degree protection from all radar and laser guns, and a city/highway mode prevents false alerts.  The iRadar app for iOS devices

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NewPotato TuneLink Auto Now Available for Android Phones

tunelink auto android

A few months ago, The Gadgeteer told you about TuneLink Auto from NewPotato Technologies that allowed you to play audio from your Apple iOS device through your car’s stereo.  Now, NewPotato has made the TuneLink Auto system available to Android phone users.  You plug the TuneLink Auto into your car’s power port and pair it

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