News, reviews and articles about crowdfunded projects from Kickstarter, Indiegogo and more.
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Have you seen those slick spin closures on really expensive athletic shoes? The ones where you slip in your for, spin a dial, snap it down, and *boom* – your kicks are perfect! Pull up on the knob and *boom* – your tennies are loose and ready to slip off. The problem […]
Quit lacing and tying your kicks with the ONECL dial shoelace system Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – When I was contacted by DREO to see if I would like to test their ChefMaker Combi Fryer, I had to check the company name again because the DREO I know makes heaters, fans, and air purifiers. But now they also make air fryers so let’s take a look at the DREO
DREO ChefMaker Combi Fryer review – It’s an air fryer with super powers Read More
(see update below) CROWDFUNDING NEWS – I love analog tools for journaling and note-taking. I use a paper notebook and a pen every day to keep track of my daily tasks and for recording ideas and memories. For me, the downside to keeping notes on paper is that I can’t easily search for specific entries
On paper, the Nuwa Pen looks like the ultimate digital journaling pen (updated) Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Even though I brush my teeth twice a day and floss regularly, I still have problems with build-up behind my lower front teeth due to how they are crowded. This is my trouble spot and where the hygienist always spends the most time torturing, I mean cleaning. That is until I switched
SOOCAS Neos 2-in-1 electric toothbrush and electric water flosser review Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – VTOMAN, a leading manufacturer of portable power solutions, has recently unveiled its latest breakthrough, the FlashSpeed PRO 3000 Portable Power Station, through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. This cutting-edge device is specifically engineered to serve as a dependable and adaptable power supply for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as a vital backup power solution
VTOMAN launched FlashSpeed Pro 3000 Home Backup Power Station on Kickstarter Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I’m a big proponent of e-ink. I prefer reading and writing on an e-ink tablet over an LCD any day, but when I heard of the Eyemoo NXT Epaper S1 Android tablet, I was intrigued. Eyemoo has created the “World’s first color Reflective-LCD with front light” and I wanted to check it
Eyemoo NXT EPaper S1 tablet review – The future of Epaper? Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Sticky notes are an easy-to-use way for people to remember important things. But let’s be honest, they’re not the most environmentally-friendly option out there. That’s where the Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes come in! What is it? Just like Rocketbooks reusable notebooks, Rocketbook Reusable Sticky Notes allow you to write, wipe, and reuse
Rocketbook now has reusable stickie notes! Read More
REVIEW – Who knew that in a short time, I would become knowledgeable in all things Shargeek—or Sharge—I can’t figure it out. This whimsical company releases practical, but fun-to-use power banks and chargers. I’ve reviewed both the Storm2 Slim power bank and the smaller Sharge Flow Power Bank. I liked them both and still use
Shargeek Starship Seer review – Stardate: May 2023 Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – At the beginning of the pandemic when everyone was working from home, webcams were a must-have gadget. It felt like every week, we were being offered a new better improved webcam to review, and we reviewed a LOT of them. Now that the pandemic seems to be behind us, it doesn’t mean
This webcam can do a LOT more than your webcam! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you’ve been around here for a while, you’ll already know that we really like Vosteed knives and have done quite a few Vosteed reviews. Today they have launched a Kickstarter campaign for their newest knife. This time it’s a cleaver-style blade. The new Vosteed GrandKnife Minibarbar is a versatile knife that
Vosteed knife fans need to check out their new Kickstarter campaign Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I’ve been reviewing quite a few mechanical keyboards lately because I’m on a personal quest to find the perfect one for my computer setup/workflow. The newest mechanical keyboard that I’m testing is the Whatgeek x 3inuS Kebohub EE01 mechanical keyboard which is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. This is no ordinary keyboard
Whatgeek x 3inuS Kebohub EE01 mechanical keyboard review – it has a built-in hub! Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – The HaloLock Geo Wallet Stand from ESR is the first MagSafe wallet that has a built-in Apple-certified Bluetooth Find My module. This wallet is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter and has some extra features not found on Apple’s own MagSafe wallets. As mentioned, the HaloLock Geo Wallet Stand has a built-in tracker
This new ESR MagSafe wallet has superpowers that you’ll want! Read More
REVIEW – For me, movies are an escape from reality and I love the zip-zap, swashbuckling of action, sci-fi, and adventure films! Immersion is the key and a bright, clear image is crucial. JMGO’s new N1 Ultra 4K triple laser projector packs a seriously bright, vibrant image to enjoy the story as the director
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – During one of my recent cool product surfing quests, I scrolled to the picture above and wondered what was going on with this guy’s body. A quick scan revealed a new type of clothing designed especially for motorcycle riders. They are Mo’cycle Airbag Jeans. And no, this isn’t April Fools’ day yet
Are those airbags in your jeans or are you just a little fluffy? Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I’m already planning my summer vacation in Europe and from previous experience, you can never have too many power and plug adapters, so I can’t wait to bring the Polarries E-Cube 100 travel charger with me this summer! It can charge five devices at the same time, which should help in older
Polarries E-Cube 100 travel charger review – 100W fast charging in the palm of your hand Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – Whether it’s cooking something, hanging out with friends, or relaxing, there’s something magical about sitting around a fire pit. The BondStove Smokeless Fire Pit added some modern features to the fire pit, so I just had to check it out. What is it? The BondStove is a smokeless fire pit with optional
BondStove Smokeless Fire Pit review – It’s more than just a fire pit Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – Are you a DIY kind of person? Do you like geeky mechanical things? Do timepieces fascinate you? Well, duh – you read The Gadgeteer! Of course! I have a deal for you! Check out the new Kickstarter campaign from Rantoge for “An electromechanical cam clock with a very retro and modern design,
Rantoge – the ultimate DIY mechanical clock Read More
CROWDFUNDING NEWS – OUKITEL revealed the launch of the ABEARL P5000 Pro – the world’s first 5kWh portable solar power station with 4000W AC output and 120V/240V dual voltage output. The first 150 units of the ABEARL P5000 Pro will be sold at an unbelievable price of $3,299, on Kickstarter. OUKITEL’s ABEARL P5000 Series portable
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – I am a gadget nerd, with an obsession with tech devices and I crave devices that offer convenience and flexibility. Any PC that I use always has numerous devices attached and usually I am working with 2 or 3 phones next to me that always need charging at some point. Having a
Mobfree Superdock all-in-one wireless docking station review Read More
CROWDFUNDING REVIEW – If you’ve ever wished that you could shove a dry-erase whiteboard in your pocket, then this review of the New Things Lab MEMO wallet is for you! Let’s check out this crowdfunding project. What is it? The New Things Lab MEMO wallet is a minimalist-style wallet that has a built-in whiteboard inside
New Things Lab MEMO wallet review – This wallet is a whiteboard! Read More