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Saddleback Leather Company is well known for their rugged bags that are constructed to last a lifetime. A claim which they back up with a whopping 100yr warranty. I’ve reviewed several of their bags in the past couple of years, but this is the first time that they’ve offered to send me one of their […]
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I wouldn’t consider myself someone who collects lots of tools. But I do have enough tools that it has gotten a little out of control in our garage. It has reached a point where I have to question myself about where that tool is that I am looking for. So I jumped at the chance
Veto Pro Pac LT-XL Laptop Toolbag Review Read More
Darn those displays in the middle of store aisles packed with countless inexpensive ‘gadgets’. I get suckered every time. Light bulb filament replacement kit; yeah, got one of those. Nose hair weed-wacker; my brother got suckered into that one. Tell me you’ve never been in one of those As Seen on TV stores… Anyway, once
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The Exotac MATCHCAP is a waterproof aluminum match holder can carry all sizes of matches from standard kitchen matches to NATO lifeboat matches and even the extended length matches sold by REI. It has a dual-striker design so that you can use safety matches, strike-anywhere matches, or a combination of two. An O-ring keeps both
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Charge and sync your devices with the NewerTech NuPower Charge and Sync+ 3-in-1 portable charger, battery pack, and sync solution for iPhone, iPod, cellphones, digital cameras, and other devices. It gives you the ability to recharge your device via a standard AC outlet or add extra run time with the built-in 1400mAh battery. You can
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The TMT Wallets are CNC machined anodized Aluminum or Delrin plastic wallets with a host of features. They have a built in compass, ink pen, tweezers, tooth pick, carbide glass breaker, self defense striking edge and has o-ring seals to prevent water, sand, dirt or dust from entering the interior of the wallet. Each wallet
High tech wallets for extreme conditions- TMT Wallet Read More
You’ve no doubt heard of skeleton keys. They were keys from many years ago that were made to open any lock regardless of the make or model. The TAD Gear Skeleton Key won’t open any lock, but it does have a skeleton engraved on it. 😉 It’s a titanium keychain tool that has a built
Modern version of the skeleton key from TAD Gear Read More
The iWallet (come on, can we please stop putting an ‘i’ in front of everything to make it sound cool?) is a cabon fiber wallet with a built in biometric fingerprint reader. It also has a Bluetooth alarm that pairs with your smartphone and buzzes when there is too much space between the phone and
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One of the earliest reviews at The-Gadgeteer was an OtterBox PDA case, and the tough little suckers have been a favorite review ever since. Being a long time fan of these colorful, tough, waterproof boxes, I jumped at the chance to do a new review. Besides, I had a project in mind that as right
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Everyday carry fans will love the Screwpop tool. It’s a 4 in 1 keychain tool shaped like a key, that has a Phillips screwdriver tip #2, flathead screwdriver tip #2, 1/4” hex. nut driver, and a bottle opener. At only $4.95, it would make a great little stocking stuffer.
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If you don’t want to brave the crowds on Black Friday, you can shop from the comfort of your computer chair for gadget-related gifts. Check out Levenger’s Pocquettes iPod/Earbud case for a beautiful leather case to store your iPod Touch, iPhone, or other similarly-sized device. The bigger, suede-lined compartment will hold your electronic device, while
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Does your gear bag look like a nest of snakes because of a bunch of loose cables and cords? Mine did before I found Strapeez cord organizers. These 8” straps are made of a “unique attachment system” that seems a little Velcro-like to me. They are completely loops on one side and completely hooks on
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More then just funny capitalization (yes, that’s really how they spell it) Kamiliun uses a modular system to create a flexible backpack/bag system from mix-and-match components. I received the Chicken or the Egg package consisting of a ‘letterbox’ back on the left, above, designed to carry a laptop or other large slab-like objects, and a
Kamiliun cHiCkEn oR tHe eGG Messenger Style Backpack Review Read More
Here’s a nifty gadget for your gear bag. It’s a replica of a hobo knife from the early 1900’s. This one from W.R. Case has a bone handle with a knife, spoon and a fork with a can opener. It’s pretty expensive at around $80 or so at various online retailers. However, I did find
Hobo knives – For chowing on the go Read More
Guys have it easier when they want to carry around their gear. Their clothing tends to have more – and more useable – pockets. They most always wear belts, and they can wear cases clipped to the belt for their phones, iPods, and other small gear. Women don’t always have belts, nor do most women
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The Pocket Radar device is the world’s first pocket-sized personal speed tracking radar unit that delivers accurate real-time speed measurements with the touch of a button. I wonder if the police will start using these soon? I couldn’t help but groan when I saw the info about this new product, because it reminded me of
Speed Radar devices shrink – Pocket Radar Read More
My reviews of Saddleback Leather Company bags have proved to be very popular on The Gadgeteer.com. Many of our readers who have gone on to purchase their products have written back to let us know that they have been more than happy with them. Today I wanted to do a quick review of one of
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KOR ONE water bottles are BPA free 25 ounce bottles with flip top lids, threadless spouts and are dishwasher safe. An added benefit is the fact that a portion of the sales from each bottle are donated to select water related causes such as the Wetlands Initiative, Marine Research Foundation, Container Recycling Institute and Blue
Reusable water bottles that look stylish and benefit causes – KOR ONE Read More
One of the burdens that every gadgeteer must bear is the burden of gadget charging. You know what I mean, almost every gadget that we own runs on battery power. Mobile phones, audio players, video players, etc. Even though many of our devices can be charged via USB, which is a convenience, that can have
Duracell myGrid Charging Pad Cell Phone Starter Kit Review Read More
Planon has updated their DocuPen scanners with the new X-Series line, which improves upon the DocuPen RC800 scanner that I reviewed 2 years ago. They are now able to support image resolutions of up to 600 dpi (up to 1,200 dpi for the X50) and feature a 200 MHz internal processor and 64MB Fast SDRAM
Planon introduces DocuPen Xtreme X-Series line of scanning pens Read More