News, reviews and articles about crowdfunded projects from Kickstarter, Indiegogo and more.
NEWS – YSMART LONDON is back with another crowdfunding campaign (it’s their 10th). This time, it’s for the YSMART MQ5 quick-release rechargeable flashlight. At first glance, it looks like a small flashlight you can attach to your belt loop, backpack strap, etc. But it has some extra features that make it very desirable, at least […]
The YSMART keychain flashlight could become an EDC classic Read More
NEWS – During one of my daily internet surf sessions for interesting gear, I came upon the 4th Kickstarter campaign from MeTool for the AceStand. It’s an interesting accessory for your smartphone that folds up for easy storage in your pocket, or gear bag. What is it? The AceStand is a folding stand for a
This titanium phone stand doubles as an EDC multi-tool that can also glow in the dark! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – When I first stumbled upon the BTF Nixie Watch Kickstarter campaign, it made me flashback to all of our crazy Tokyoflash watch reviews and the OnHand PC watch that I drooled over and ultimately reviewed more than 24 years ago! WOW! Time flies when you’re reviewing gadgets. What is it? The BTF
This watch is guaranteed to turn heads and start conversations Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – There is a whole world out there when the sun sets that most of us never get to see. As the light fades, so does our ability to make out items. If you’ve ever seen a movie with military commandos, you’ve seen the cool night-vision goggles that they wear that let them
YASHICA Vision night vision binocular review – see beyond your eye’s limits Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I only travel 3 or 4 times a year, but when I do, I always take my MacBook with me because I don’t know what it means to “unplug.” Speaking of plugs, since I take my MacBook when I travel, I also take the power adapter. It’s always annoying to take the
Forget about tangled cables, TAIM will tame your MacBook’s charging cable! Read More
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
ESCURA Thermal Regulating comforter review – The Hot stays Hot Read More
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
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I am not sure if I mentioned this in previous reviews, but I am in the process of an equipment upgrade and somewhat of a redesign of my home studio/office to create a more capable and efficient workspace. For a gadget nerd like me, this means upgrading my gear and when possible
JSAUX FlipGo Dual Stacked Portable Monitor review Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Most people don’t think of adding a ruler to their EDC gear setup, but they might change their mind when they check out the Triceratops 2-in-1 ruler pen, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. What is it? The Triceratops 2-in-1 ruler pen is a triangular-shaped ruler made of titanium that holds
Have you ever considered adding a titanium ruler to your EDC? Now you will. Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – When it comes to knives, the ones I use more than all others are utility knives. That’s because I receive a lot of packages, and utility knives are the easiest type of knife to use to open and break down boxes for recycling. When I saw the Phantom 2.0 Titanium Folding Utility
The Phantom folding utility knife opens 3 ways! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you like to carry the most basic tools with you when you’re on the go, you need to take a look at the Urbanix multi-function tool, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. You may have seen similar carabiner-style tools in the past, but this one has to be the smallest
Urbanix is a tiny EDC multi-tool for your keychain Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I’m always looking for unique multi-tools, and the Mantis Pen, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, caught my eye for two of its four features. What is it? The Mantis Pen is an EDC “pen” made of titanium which features a modular design with two ends that can unscrew to provide
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – A high tech retro gaming watch is on Kickstarter. The overachiever developer, Jason Rogers, crossed paths with the developer of the Pebble Watch, thought, planned and is about to produce a retro gaming watch with smartwatch features. This guy was a naval submarine officer, and has degrees in physics, nuclear engineering, computer
Strap this Game Boy-ish smartwatch on your wrist! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – You have a flashlight, a knife, and a pen in your EDC, but what about a toothbrush? You can have one with the EvoGrip which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. What is it? The EvoGrip is a multi-tool toothbrush! It features a Gr5 titanium handle that holds a removable toothbrush head
Add this titanium handled multi-tool toothbrush to your EDC! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – In my question to try all the mechanical keyboards that are currently on the market, I was approached to review on that isn’t on the market -yet. It’s the NocFree Lite 60% compact split wireless mechanical keyboard which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s put our fingers on the home row
NocFree Lite 60% compact split wireless mechanical keyboard review Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – How do you improve upon a laser measurement tool? Add a color touch screen? Add a flashlight? How about more lasers? The Milessey D9 PRO laser measurement tool has done that and more. What is it? The Milessey D9 PRO is a laser distance measurement tool featuring dual side firing lasers to
Milessey D9 PRO laser measurement tool review – now with more lasers Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Today, I have some Kickstarter campaigns for people who are interested in desk tools, pocket tools, and hydration tools. Let’s check them out! NocFree Lite Split Keyboard What is it? The NocFree Lite is a 60% sized split-style wireless mechanical keyboard. Why do I like it? I like the NocFree Lite because
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Today, I have several interesting Kickstarter campaigns that I think are worth a look, including a unique multi-tool and another quirky and weird one. I surf for cool crowdfunding products, so you don’t have to! BookBond Pen As the Gadgeteer, I obviously love gadgets, but I also really love physical notebooks, pens,
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The age-old technique of screen printing has gotten a modern makeover with the introduction of a groundbreaking device that allows crafters and DIY enthusiasts to master the art of screen printing all in one day and all by themselves. The xTool Screen Printer, which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, is an
xTool reinvents screen printing with lasers! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Today I have 4 Kickstarter campaigns for you that I think are worth checking out. Lately, there have been a lot of really cool items on Kickstarter, and the ones I have for you today look pledge-worthy. First up is the Symtik S1 Boost EDC Screwdriver. What is it? The Symtik S1