News, reviews and articles about crowdfunded projects from Kickstarter, Indiegogo and more.
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
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – We talk a lot about EDC items here on The Gadgeteer and as a result, I receive a LOT of emails from companies who are launching crowdfunding campaigns asking me to write about their projects. As you can imagine, I don’t have time to write about all of them, but today I
3 cool titanium EDC items currently seeking funding on Kickstarter Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The Italian-designed Tornado tabletop indoor/outdoor heater and oil diffuser is made of terracotta and is powered by clean burning bioethanol. When lit, the unique chimney design causes the flame to spin like a tornado and not only looks cool but releases the heat for maximum warmth. How much heat does it put
Here’s a table top heater and diffuser that looks amazing and doesn’t use electricity! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – There is no shortage of mechanical keyboards out there, and they’ve become a staple in our review inbox here at the Gadgeteer. Every so often one comes across that offers something different, and today is one of those days. We’re looking at the VickyBoard Ergo Split-V – an ergonomic keyboard with an
VickyBoard Ergo Split-V Keyboard review – an ergonomic light show! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – This past summer, it seemed like everyone I chatted with was concerned about the rising cost of food and despite the rising costs, the lack of healthy food that is affordable. In my household, my wife and I have taken on the challenge of growing specific greens and vegetables by using hydroponic
When you are ready to grow your own organic food like a pro, simply Stack and Sprout Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The TiFlip is a pocket knife made of GR5 Titanium, but that’s not the part that I think is cool. I like that it has super easily replaceable blades because it uses #60 scalpel blades that you can buy in bulk on Amazon. That means that you’ll always have an incredibly sharp
This little flipper knife needs to be my EDC and I think you’ll want one too! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – When Apple Airtags were introduced in 2021, I immediately thought of all the usual things I might lose. Unfortunately, the Mentos candy-shaped Airtag doesn’t slip well into a wallet. The Slimca Here is a credit card-sized tracker compatible with Apple’s “Find My” function and is USB-C rechargeable. What is it? The Slimca
Slimca Here rechargeable tracking card review – wafer thin device tracking Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If you have followed my reviews over the past few years, you would have noticed several that included photos of one or more of my multiple workstations. What is common with all of the photos is the number of gadgets that always seem to occupy the chaotic space on my desktops. Usually,
HiDock H1: ChatGPT-Powered Audio Dock with AI Summary review Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I have a 1.5 year old American Bobtail cat named Ozzy. I’ve noticed that he doesn’t drink very often from his water dish, but when he does, he’ll drink for several minutes at a time. After some research, I figured out that he might be getting whisker fatigue from his whiskers touching
Elfin pet water fountain review – A rechargeable pumpless fountain for your pet Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If you hate carrying a bag on your shoulder every time you go shopping, traveling, etc. you might be interested in the TerraOmni Vest which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s take a look. What is it? The TerraOmni Vest is a wearable gear organizer/bag with tons of pockets that is
TerraOmni Vest review – A wearable gear bag? Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Most EDC prybar tools are designed for one task – prying. The PRYTIUM prybar is a titanium multi-tool with a lot more functionality and pizazz than a typical prybar. The functionality comes in the fact that you get a prybar, a nail puller, a ruler, a glass breaker, a bottle opener, a
This multi-tool prybar bit driver glows in the dark without Tritium! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If you’re in the market for a home projector, there are probably two key specifications you’re looking for: resolution and brightness. Many entry level projectors are 720P (or even worse), but you’re going to want at least Full HD (1080P) for any decent sized screen. If you’re going really big, then you
KJM K3 projector review – fantastically bright Read More
CROWDFUNDED NEWS – I love mini pens but I’m also really picky about mini pens. I am not a fan of the tiny pens that use D1 ballpoint refills because I hate the way they write. So I was excited when I came across the Kickstarter campaign for CHROMA Titanium EDC Ink Keychain Pens from
It’s not a multi-tool, but you will want this pen for your EDC collection! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Usually when we talk about knives, we’re talking about the type of knives that are part of your EDC. Today I want to introduce you to a folding knife that is designed for cooks and chefs. It’s the FoldChef folding chef’s knife and it’s currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. This knife not
This pocket knife is the perfect EDC for Gordon Ramsey if he was a backpacker! Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – We’ve been reviewing several mini PCs in the past year and it’s no wonder that this form factor has become so popular because they are both portable and powerful. With a mini PC, you don’t need a lot of room on your desk for one, and at the same time, small doesn’t
Khadas Mind portable workstation review – the coolest mini PC I’ve ever seen Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If it’s not multi-tools, knives, or wallets, then it’s pens that are another mandatory part of everyone’s EDC. Today I want to show you the Wingback fountain pen which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. Let’s take a look. What is it? The Wingback Fountain Pen is a hand-crafted CNC machined fountain
Wingback Fountain Pen review – Sophisticated minimalism Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you like to draw but don’t have the space to store dozens of different colored pens or markers, then you should take a look at the Colorpik pen which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. The Colorpik is an ink pen with a built-in camera that you use to capture a
Colorpik Pen is digital ink pen that can draw and write in ANY color! Read More
NEWS – Last weekend everyone was hating on me for writing about a wearable multi-tool, so let’s keep the trend going this weekend with another wearable EDC tool to check out. This time it’s the Polar Pupil. Dumb name (sorry guys), but I think it’s a cool looking tool. What is it? The Polar Pupil
This EDC wearable will guide you home, start a fire, and magnify tiny text! Read More