News, reviews and articles about iPhone, iPad and iPod devices and accessories.
ROCCAT has opened up their Power-Grid app for public beta testing. The setup consists of a free smartphone app, which runs on iOS and Android devices, and accompanying host software, which runs on Windows. Using WiFi, it turns your smartphone into a fully customizable PC and game remote control that can do tasks ranging from […]
Anyone who has used an iPad or other tablet while standing, walking around, or speaking to a group, without the ability to rest it on something solid, has known the pain that juggling these tools can bring. Since it is a two-handed device, holding with one and manipulating with the other means you’ve got to
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Ryan Chapman and I are not only Gadgeteer colleagues but friends as well. We have been karate & tech buddies for years. We have been discussing Apple’s latest generation of iPads for weeks now. After much talk and a bit of debate, we both decided to take the plunge and purchase Apple’s latest tablet, the
Has Apple lost its mojo??? Read More
Just when you thought there wasn’t anything more that you could do with your iPhone, comes the iPin Laser Presenter, which adds a laser pointer to your phone. At less than an inch long, the iPin has to be the smallest laser pointer on the planet. Let’s see how well it works.
iPin Laser Presenter for iPhone review Read More
Many people like to listen to music as they workout, but the conditions can be dangerous for your audio device or even your headphones. Body sweat or rain can fry your electronics, and you can’t even think about swimming with most gear. Underwater Audio sells an iPod shuffle that “will go with you from land
Underwater Audio Waterproof iPod Shuffle Swimbuds Headphones Bundle review Read More
Throughout my life I have worked out diligently in a never ending effort to run faster/further, jump higher, hit harder, etc. As many longtime athletes know, to maintain that same fitness level requires an ever increasing effort and perseverance as the years and decades roll by. Historically I have rarely measured my weight, BMI, or
Withings Smart Body Analyzer WS-50 review Read More
I don’t play any action / arcade games on my smartphone, but that might change after seeing the BowBlade controller for iPod Touch, iPhone and Android smartphones. Install a compatible game, attach your device to the BowBlade with the specially designed clip and you’re ready to immerse yourself in the game. The BowBlade not only provides
Channel your inner Katniss or Robin Hood with your smartphone and the BowBlade Read More
Anyone who uses their phone for several hours a day has to fret about their battery life at some point. My husband and I use our phones quite often, and his older phone would need some sort of power by suppertime. I recently purchased a battery case for my husband, and ever since then I
Odoyo Power+Shell EX for iPhone 5/5S review Read More
The gTar was a successfully funded Kickstarter project by California based Incident Technologies, which raised over $350,000 in June of 2012. This is a digital MIDI instrument that feels like a real electric guitar. It features a solid basswood body and a rechargeable battery that lasts 8 hours. It can be played through headphones, an
Go from Guitar Hero to guitar master with the gTar Read More
WaterField is one of my favorite companies. I carry their Finn wallet everyday and use their zippered pouches and bags all the time. They make the stuff I’d make for myself if I was a maker. I love the look of their new Outback Solo. It’s sized perfectly for the just announced Apple iPad Air.
WaterField introduces the Outback Solo for iPad Air Read More
My full review of iPin Laser Pointer has been posted. You’ll be the envy of all your co-workers at your next team meeting when you whip out your iPhone with this cool low profile laser pointer. We’ve told you about laser pointer accessories for the iPhone before (see related links below), but the iPin is
Add a frickin laser to your iPhone with the iPin Read More
The Gorilla Glass screens on iPhones are tough, but they aren’t invincible, so many people like to add a layer of protection to the screens. Many screen protectors are designed to protect more against scratching than impacts, but the Rhino Shield MK2 has a “shock-damping layer is able to take at least 5 times the
Rhino Shield is tougher than a Gorilla Read More
A few months ago, Julie asked us to post our EDC (everyday carry) bag. Since then, I realized that I had nothing remotely resembling an EDC, so I thought I would try to remedy that. The main requirement I had was that it had to fit my iPad with its case on, and be big
Toffee Mission Rucksack for iPad review Read More
I like reading books, but I only read on my iPad mini now. Actually, I’ve exclusively read on electronic devices since I got my Handspring Visor Deluxe way back in the late 1990s. I’ve always been one to buy my books instead of borrowing them from the library, but that habit has left me with
Oyster is an unlimited book reading app Read More
The Hammerhead is a crowdfunded handlebar mounted smart and social bike navigator device which features LED lights that show turn by turn directions. The LEDs are able to provide comprehensive route information while keeping your hands on the handlebars. You can pair it up with your iOS or Android smartphone to enjoy social sharing features that
Let Hammerhead guide your next bike ride Read More
Winter is in the air here in Southern Indiana. This morning the temperature was a very chilly 38 F (3 C), which means it’s time to break out heavier coats and gloves. When you wear regular gloves, it’s impossible to interact with smartphones and other devices that have a capacitive touchscreen. Mujjo has been offering
Mujjo gets fancy with new Leather Crochet Touchscreen Gloves Read More
After upteen years at the same address, my family will soon be moving into a almost time-capsule mid-century condo. Moving has a lot of work and a lot of expense associated with it (and I’m not just talking about the mortgage, either), so I want to be sure I get things right the first time.
See a new color on your walls before buying a can of paint Read More
I opened my mailbox the other day to find the Sensu Solo paintbrush stylus waiting for me. Sensu isn’t new to the stylus scene, they have been offering what I consider the most realistic feeling paintbrush stylus for over a year. See my review of the Sensu Artist Brush in the related links below. The
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The LYNKtec TruGlide Pro Precision Stylus is a stylus with interchangeable tips. It can switch from having a traditional style tip to a paintbrush tip with actual bristles. LYNKtec sent me the TruGlide Pro Precision Stylus & Paintbrush Tip Bundle which includes both tips and a handy storage tin. Let’s take a quick look.
LYNKtec TruGlide Pro Precision Stylus & Paintbrush Tip Bundle review Read More
There’s been a bit of interest in plant monitors here at The Gadgeteer. (Apparently many of you have better luck with plants than I do – even my artificial plants look unhealthy!) The Parrot Flower Power sensor is a new entry into the wireless plant monitoring field. The Flower Power was developed in collaboration with
This Parrot can tell you when your plants need water Read More