Gear diary entries from the-gadgeteer v2
I have been on a quest to find the best tool to chronicle the events of my life. This quest has led me to look for the answer to the question of which is the better journal keeping method, pen and paper or an electronic gadget? Analog or digital? Or maybe a combination of both? […]
Digital Journaling Methods Read More
It’s the beginning of a new year, which for a lot of people, means that it is time to start a new journal or diary. I’ve been wrestling with the decision of whether to stay traditional and keep my journal in a Moleskine, Rhodia or similar notebook, or go digital and use a diary app
Starting a New Journal – Which Format Do you Use, Digital or Analog? Read More
I pre-ordered the Nook ebook reader within a day or so after they were officially announced on October 20th. For over a month now, the expected ship date on my order status page has been 11/30th. That’s today in case you haven’t checked the calendar 🙂 All day I’ve been keeping an eye on that
Barnes and Noble is making me grumpy Read More
I’m extremely happy with my new 27″ iMac (quad-core i7) because is fast and quiet. I wasn’t sure how well I would adjust to the wireless keyboard and the new magic mouse. I’m so accustomed to a full sized keyboard and Logitech MX Revolution mouse, that both felt really awkward to use at first. I
Apple Magic mouse is not so magical for me Read More
I stayed home from work today because I was feeling blah and while I was chatting with Dave, I happened to look over at the wireless LCD of the Brickhouse Security Wi-Spi EX30 and noticed that a FedEx truck had pulled into my driveway. Since I still had on my PJs, I wasn’t planning to
My 27″ iMac arrives 3 days early – Lucky Friday the 13th Read More
Is it weird that I don’t consider myself a writer even though I’ve written thousands, if not a million words in the 12 years that The Gadgeteer has been in existence? To me a writer is someone who writes stories and books. I don’t fit that criteria, but would like to. That’s why I’ve decided
Rob just sent me the link this house in Wales that a man built for his family. It’s a real life hobbit house if ever there was one. I’ve always dreamed of living in a house built into the side of a hill or a tree house, so this is just beyond cool in my
I want one – a real life Hobbit house Read More
I’m not sure why it is, but I’m feeling a little bit nostalgic today, so I decided to take a look back in time to see what reviews were posted here on The Gadgeteer 10 years ago, 5 years ago and 1 year ago on this date.
A look back – 10, 5 and 1 year ago today on The Gadgeteer Read More
Today Apple announced new hardware and the most exciting part for me was the new ginormous 27″ iMacs. I’ve been dealing with a sick 3yr old iMac for several months now and recently wrestled with the decision to buy a laptop or another desktop. After today’s revelations, I’m definitely going to continue to use a
New iMacs with a whopping 27″ display – Out comes my credit card Read More
We’re swiftly coming into the golden age of eBooks. For those of us that have been reading them on our PDAs and smartphones for years, it seems like it’s taken quite awhile to get to this point. All of a sudden, eReaders are popping up all over the place, with the Kindle 2, Sony’s eReader
First came books, then came eBooks and now Vooks? Read More
Would a robot help you stick to your diet? Autom from Intuitive Automata thinks it can.
Video of the Day – Robot Coaches Users Through Diet Routines Read More
Here is some more info about the forthcoming Palm Pixi. I really hate the name 😉
Video of the Day – Palm introduces Pixi Read More
I found this video interesting because it shows how GPS gadgets are being integrated into tourist attractions.
Video of the Day – GPS Guides Tourists Through Kew Gardens Read More
Even though the Nokia E71 isn’t brand spanking new, it is a good phone. If you’ve been thinking of buying one, this might be helpful…
Video of the Day – Nokia E71 Smartphone Review Read More
I have loved the Logitech Squeezebox devices that I’ve reviewed in the past (example: Logitech Squeezebox Boom). Now they have some new devices. Take a look…
Video of the Day – Logitech’s New Squeezebox Products Read More
Even 10 yrs after it was originally posted, I continue to receive emails and comments about my review of the Mailstation email appliance. For example, the other day I received this email: Hi Julie, My mom just turned 95 and is sharper than I. She has a mymailstation for emailing, which is a larger portion
What is the perfect computer for Grandma? Read More
Nice collection of FREE web based apps that can take the place of mega expensive apps like Photoshop and Microsoft Office.
Video of the Day – Free WebApp Alternatives to Expensive Software Read More
I receive emails all the time where people ask me how they can become a product reviewer like The Gadgeteer. Starting your own website can be really hard work, so here’s an easier way to get some experience – sign up for an account at ExpoTV. Then you can apply to do video reviews of
Become a product reviewer! Read More
Now we just need batteries that will last this long in our laptops! 😉
Video of the Day – Panasonic’s Evolta robot cycles to a world record Read More
I recently posted a short article talking about my problem with trying to decide between buying a desktop or laptop as an upgrade my currently failing 24″ iMac. A lot of you offered me many convincing comments to that post that advised me to go with a laptop (thanks to everyone that shared their opinions).
10 reasons why I’m upgrading to another desktop instead of a laptop Read More