News, reviews and articles about wallets.
The Léaf Opener is a Kickstarter project currently seeking $3800 funding. It’s a minimalist multi-tool that has been laser cut from solid sheets of stainless steel, and will feature 3 functions: box opener, bottle cap lifter and 1/4in hex tool bit holder. The edges are dull and not sharp, so you don’t have to worry that you’ll […]
Léaf Opener is your credit card sized box opener and bottle cap lifter Read More
We’ve featured several “go to lunch” wallets that can hold your phone, ID, and some cash and that allow you to run quick errands without having to lug around a huge bag. But what if you think those wallets are still too big? Well, you can forget the wallet that holds a phone and look
The Reyneau iPhone Case Wallet shows your personality while protecting your identity Read More
We’ve reviewed a few of Built’s protective neoprene cases on The Gadgeteer. I’ve tried several of their products, and their Neoprene Tote Bag for 13” Apple MacBook Pro is still my favorite laptop bag. This is the first time I’ve seen their phone wallets, and they look very interesting. They have the Smartphone Envelope for bigger
Built Smartphone Envelope is a smart go-to-lunch wallet Read More
Several times I have watched my husband pull a few cards or dollar bills from his wallet just before going out and leave the wallet at home. He also always has his phone on him. Why not put the two together? Several companies have put out different models of cell phone cases with an attached
The SAFE wallet – iPhone case and wallet all in one! Read More
The current trend in wallets is the skinnier the better. No one wants to carry a thick stack of credit cards and cash in their back pocket anymore. It’s uncomfortable to sit on and can even cause back problems. Money clips make you carry just the essentials, resulting in less pocket bulk. But the Smart
Smart Belt Buckle – Belt buckle wallet Read More
Browse through Kickstarter on any given week, and you’ll be greated with no less than half a dozen campaigns for a slimline wallet. Many of these don’t seem to be any more original than a rubber band over a piece of plastic. What drew my eye to this new campaign for the Articulate Wallet was
Can a wallet be articulate? Read More
Iain Sinclair is known for their wallet sized gadgets like the Cardsharp credit card knife, which I reviewed last fall. They recently sent me their EON Classic Flashlight to review. The EON is another credit card sized device that can be stored in your wallet, enabling you to carry a flashlight with you at all
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If you liked the looks of the Levenger Bomber Jacket Electronics Phone/Note Case I reviewed last November (see the related links to read the review) but it didn’t fit into your pre-holiday budget, take another look at it now. This week, Levenger is offering $30 off the price of this great little “go to lunch” wallet.
Get big savings on the Levenger Bomber Jacket Electronics Phone/Note case Read More
From the ever growing minimalist wallet Kickstarter projects comes the CINCH wallet by Portsmith Co. The CINCH wallet consists of the backbone, made of either stainless steel or oak, and a black elastic keeper that wraps around the backbone to keep your wallet items together. The stainless steel version has the added benefit of being
In a pinch for a minimalist wallet? Take a look at a CINCH wallet Read More
The idea of minimalism it not new, but its popularity has grown in recent years into an entire life philosophy for some. One personal item that seems to find its way into many discussions on minimalism is the ubiquitous wallet. Slim or “skinny” wallets are all the rage these days, with frustrated gents attempting to
Smackelibang skinny swede minimalist wallet review Read More
Hello boys and girls. It’s time for another episode of the Skinny Wallet Show. Since our last episode (see related link section at the bottom of this post), I’ve come across several more wallets for those of you who like to keep your pocket contents as minimal as possible. 1. Dizmio – This is a
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Julie recently told us about the Booqpad iPad mini case that also holds a notebook and pen. Well, Levenger has a phone wallet that also incorporates paper and pen into the design. Although it has “briefcase” in the name, the International Phone Pocket Briefcase is a folio-style wallet. There’s a mesh pouch to hold an
It seems the ongoing new trends in card wallets is thin, hard-cased and RFID-safe, but the new Tronic Flexible Carbon Fiber card wallet bucks that trend. The Tronic wallet is an ongoing Kickstarter project being developed by Peter Wright out of the United Kingdom. What makes this wallet different from others I’ve seen lately are
The New Tronic Carbon Fiber card wallet is flexible but not RFID-proof Read More
PocketMonkey from Zootility Tools is a multi-tool that stores in your wallet. It’s made of 1 mm thick stainless steel, weighs an ounce and fits in a standard sized credit card slot in your wallet. PocketMonkey features 12 tools including: a smartphone stand, bottle opener, flat screwdriver, micro screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, door latch slip, letter
PocketMonkey – Wallet multi-tool Read More
Earlier in the week I published a quick post about 4 minimalist wallets which I had received news about from various sources. I’ve continued cleaning out my inbox and found 4 more wallets that I knew you guys would also want to know about. So here goes: 1. Wag Wallet – This one reminds
Skinny minimalist wallets part 2 Read More
Wallets seem to be more popular than ever lately, with minimal wallets getting the bulk of the attention. While going through my inbox, I found 4 wallet related announcements that I want to share with all of you. 1. X Slimmy from Koyono – At 0.19″ (5mm) thin, this is the slimmest Slimmy ever made.
Put your pocket on a diet with these skinny minimalist wallets Read More
Hmmm, this seems to be a crowd-funding project, but it seems Phone Halo has set up their own funding site instead of using one of the established ones. Anyway, Phone Halo has created a smart device you keep in your wallet to help you keep track of it. Put the Wallet TrackR in your wallet,
Keep track of your wallet with your iPhone and Phone Halo Read More
If you’re ready to join the minimal wallet craze, consider the new Card Sleeve from Bellroy. This vegetable tanned leather sleeve is about as simple as it gets. Available in 3 colors (Cocoa, Blue Steel and Black), the Card Sleeve features a pull-tab accessible slot that can hold 2-6+ credit cards, business cards or a
Bellroy introduces their slimmest wallet – The Card Sleeve Read More
We’ve reviewed Flipside’s unique plastic wallets in the past and now they have a new wallet to add to their offerings. It’s the Flipside Strata and it’s been designed specifically for minimalists who like to keep things as simple and light as possible. The Strata flips open to reveal 2 slots which can hold up
New Flipside Strata wallet keeps it simple and thin Read More
Here’s another one for my wallet freak friends. The Minimalist wallet by CAPSULE is a Kickstarter project that has already met their funding goal of $16,500. The wallet is made of Black napa leather and features two card compartments and a separate cash storage area. An easily accessible front card slot has been designed to
Minimalist Wallet Offers Skinny Style Read More