Spotlight gadgets from the-gadgeteer v2
Crafty geeks will appreciate the new Dremel Trio multi-tool. It can sand, cut and rout materials including wood, plastic, drywall, sheet metal, wall tile and more without switching tools. It has a non-marring base and is capable of a speed range of 10,000 – 20,000 rpm. I think this tool might come in handy for […]
Ditch your Router, Jigsaw and Sander for the Dremel Trio Read More
Though no official word has been made, FCC filings were recently unveiled, illustrating another potential remote control replacement for the iPhone or iPod touch. Startup company, Zelfy, filed plans for a product called “Peel.” Images show a small IR port that connects to your wireless router. After downloading the “Peel” app to either your iPhone
Another Potential iRemote? Read More
LevelUp storage towers keep your PlayStation, XBOX and Wii systems and accessories organized and accessible. The towers snap together easily and have built in ventilation to allow your console to run reliably. Some features include a molded controller dock and soft-coated guitar hooks for gaming guitar controllers used in Guitar Hero or Rock Band, as
LevelUp Storage Towers for all of your Gaming Gear Read More
If you thought the LEGO Stop Animation Digital Video Camera that Janet posted about earlier today was interesting, you might want to check out the 3 volume series of LEGO Technic Idea Books from O’Reilly. These books offer 100’s of ideas through photographs with little to no text. Volume 1 is The LEGO Technic Idea
LEGO Technic Idea Books will Inspire Enthusiasts to Design, Invent, and Build Read More
You know how you can control some smartphones with your voice? Would you like to do the same thing with your home theater? Now you can with the Amulet Voice Remote for Windows Media Center. This remote doesn’t look much different than a typical remote control, but it has a built in microphone that listens
Amulet Voice Remote for Windows 7 Media Center Now Shipping Read More
We’ve all seen Leatherman tools with a wide variety of useful blades and tools, but did you know that they also offer a multi-tool designed specially for soldiers? It’s the Leatherman MUT and has tools to help a soldier (or civilian gun enthusiast) work on his/her firearm. Some of the tools include a replaceable firearm
Leatherman MUT – A Specialized Multi-tool for Soldiers Read More
Connect this somewhat goofy looking headset to your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, load one of 4 apps and you’ll be well on your way to complete mind control. Ok, I doubt that’s really true… but the PLX XWave does look kind of interesting if it can actually help you increase your focus and relaxation
Control your mind with the an iPhone and PLX XWave Read More
Bluetrek has announced the launch of their Metal Evolution Bluetooth headset designed especially for the Apple iPhone 4 and 3GS. It has a brushed metallic finish on a reinforced aluminium casing that matches the look of your favorite smartphone. The Bluetooth chipset used in this Bluetrek headset is from the same maker as the one
Bluetrek announces the Metal Evolution Bluetooth Headset for iPhone Read More
As gadget lovers, most of us probably have used a lot of batteries in our lives. Most batteries are harmful to the environment – and people, plants, and animals – because they contain the heavy metals mercury and cadmium. In Greensboro, our waste management department requires that used batteries be taken to our hazardous materials
Fuji EnviroMAX – Eco-Respectful Batteries Read More
This is a product I hope to never have to review, but for anyone with mobility issues, it does look like a better way to help you get around. Plus it comes in hot pink, how bad could it be? This is the SmartCrutch, an ergonomic crutch with a multitude of adjustable settings (perfect for
SmartCrutch – A Crutch for the 21st Century Read More
It’s easy to find timers to turn on lamps to give your home a lived-in look while you’re out of town. If you’re like me, lamps are only part of making my house look like I’m home. My TV is on most nights, and normal lamps just can’t mimic the bright, flickering look of a
FakeTV Burglar Deterrent Read More
The LaCie MosKeyTo is an ultra-small USB 2.0 flash drive that measures less than 20mm and weighs 10 grams. It comes with an protective cap and a nylon strap. It is available in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities through the LaCie Online Store starting at $17.99. For more product information, visit www.lacie.com.
LaCie’s latest USB Key is the MosKeyTo Read More
Microsoft has announced a hardware update to their folding Arc Mouse. The new Arc Touch Mouse keeps the same basic arc shape, but adds two cool new features. One is a capacitive touch scroll strip that allows you to swiftly navigate with the flick of a finger. The other feature is the ability to flatten
Wack A Mouse – Microsoft’s new Arc Touch Read More
You’ve seen a few reviews of vibration type speakers here on The Gadgeteer and the jury is still out as far as just how good they sound. I have another one for you to consider. It’s the Rock-it Portable Vibration Speaker from Pyramid Distribution. The idea is that you stick this device on any surface
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After reading Robin’s post yesterday about her dog being attacked by off-leash dogs, I remembered seeing the Dog Dazer while surfing the Sky Mall site. The Dog Dazer emits a high-frequency sound that’s painful to dog’s ears, but inaudible to humans. Use a 1-2 second burst to startle and hopefully deter a threatening dog from
Dog Dazer Ultrasonic Dog Deterrent Read More
Today Apple announced 4 updated products. The iPod shuffle, AppleTV, iPod touch, and iPod nano. Of the bunch, the nano is the one that I want to try the most. I don’t need one, that’s for sure, but I can’t help but want one! It’s a matchboxed sized multi-touch music player. Who wouldn’t want one?
The Incredible Shrinking Apple iPod Nano Read More
For the third time in a month, my dog has been attacked by other dogs (unleashed) while out on our walks. I started carrying a pepper sprayer after the second incident but this last time I could not get it whipped out fast enough, determine where the nozzle was, and could not fumble for the
Mace Pepper Spray Gun Read More
I found this on the Hammacher Schlemmer site — “The Always Cool Pillow”, $90. I’ve tried a cool pillow that was on sale at a certain drug store a while ago that but was disappointed in it– you had to fill it with water and listen to sloggying noises (not to mention getting your head
Always Cool Pillow – But Does it Really Work? Read More
The Standing iPhone Case for the iPhone 3G/3GS has a pivoting arm built into the case body which allows users to position their iPhone at multiple angles so that they can either watch movies, take group photos, or record videos of themselves hands free. It’s priced at $25 and is available now.
Give your iPhone a kickstand Read More
The ZooGue iPad Smart Case combines a protective play through case for the iPad, with an innovative stand that can be adjusted to any angle. The case uses a built in prop with Velcro feet that easy allow you to change the display angle to whatever works best for you for viewing or typing on
ZooGue iPad Smart Case – Weird Name, Neat Case Read More