The Gadgeteer

Gadget, gizmo, and cool product news and reviews from The Gadgeteer and her team. This site has been reporting on gadgets since 1997.

Witchcraft
These shoes use witchcraft to wrap around your feet when you step on them
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – Here’s an unusual product that I’ve not seen before and I hope you haven’t either. They are called step in socks and they are a hands free …
Batteries
Motiv Smart Ring review
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
REVIEW – Over the years I’ve reviewed a LOT of fitness trackers. The vast majority of them have been trackers that clip to a belt or ones that you …
Photo Editing
WyzeCam security cameras, PortraitPro image editing software, and more – Review updates
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
REVIEW – To provide even more value to our product reviews, we like to update our past reviews on a regular basis so you will know how the products …
Brando Smart Fingerprint Padlock review – The Gadgeteer
the-gadgeteer.com - Julian Perry
REVIEW – As a self-confessed gadget nerd, I am always looking for the unique gadget that provides a balance between technology and usefulness. …
Nike
Nike’s new self-lacing, smart basketball shoe is the future of the game
the-gadgeteer.com - Michael Strange
NEWS – On Tuesday Nike officially introduced the world to the future of basketball shoes when it rolled out its first self-lacing shoes, the Adapt …
Lower Back Pain
Back Pedal is a device that can help and prevent lower back pain – The Gadgeteer
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – Do you have back problems? I’m lucky to say that I don’t… at least not at the moment. But having said that, my back has gone out 2 times in …
USB Type-C
OWC USB-C Travel Dock review
the-gadgeteer.com - Bob Patterson
REVIEW – Multitaskers are the road warrior’s best friend, and that’s what the USB-C Travel Dock by OWC offers. It’s a single device that includes an …
Become a slinger with Mission Workshop’s new Spar Sling pack
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – If you like backpacks and you like messenger bags too, the new Spar Sling from Mission Workshop is a bag that combines features of both bag …
Air Purifiers
IQAir Atem Car air purifier review
the-gadgeteer.com - Julian Perry
REVIEW – With my family, it is all about air purifiers to help us with our allergies. We are doing pretty well with in-home air purifiers, but until …
PIQO is a 1080p projector that fits in your pocket
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – How would you like to take a 240-inch big screen TV with you where ever you go? You can with the pocket-friendly PIQO projector. The PIQO is …
iPhone
Gresso titanium iPhone cases – When liking nice things goes too far
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – The cost of a new iPhone is crazy right? Then let me blow your mind by showing you a Gresso Magnum case for the iPhone X and XS series of …
MacBook Pro
Knack Pack expandable backpack review
the-gadgeteer.com - Ryan Chapman
REVIEW – I have always had the drive to find the perfect backpack. Between travel and daily use at school, I’ve tried countless backpacks only to …
Self Defense
Tactikey is a close-at-hand self-defense device – The Gadgeteer
the-gadgeteer.com - Andy Jacobs
NEWS – Some of the main principles of self-defense are vigilance, self-awareness, and readiness, and having a personal protection device close at …
Kwilt2 personal cloud hub device review
the-gadgeteer.com - Julian Perry
REVIEW – Early in 2018, I got the opportunity to test the first Kwilt cloud device called the Kwilt Shoebox Mini that is primarily designed for …
Pad & Quill’s new TechFolios will tame your cable chaos – The Gadgeteer
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – When you love gadgets and gear as much as we do, you sometimes run into problems finding the cables needed to charge those gadgets. Throwing …
Passports
All Passport Covers has you covered with several cool themes
the-gadgeteer.com - Andy Jacobs
NEWS – I travel outside the USA for work a few times per year, and though I typically just shove my passport into my pocket, I’ve found myself …
Online Life
YubiKey 5 NFC security key review
the-gadgeteer.com - Liz Rodriguez
REVIEW – In a previous YubiKey review, I mentioned how we now live in a world where many websites are being compromised. Along with mobile …
iPhone 7
OtterBox adds some pop to their iPhone cases
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – If you’re a fan of PopSockets one-handed phone grips but don’t want to stick one to the back of your phone, OtterBox and PopSockets just …
Batteries
Roland Go:Mixer Pro review
the-gadgeteer.com - Alex Birch
REVIEW – Do you like to mess around with a guitar, vocals, keyboard or other musical instruments? Are you looking for a cleaner way to record audio …
Baron Fig’s latest notebook helps track your habits
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – In the last couple of years, we’ve reviewed several products from Baron Fig’s line up including some of their notebooks and pens. I’m always …
Headphones
Ketocoach, James Brand Pen, a quiet punching bag, and more – Weekly roundup
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
NEWS – What time is it gadgeteers? It’s weekly roundup time! Assume a comfortable position with your favorite snacks and tuck in for some quality …
Antenna
Mohu AirWave Premium OTA Antenna review
the-gadgeteer.com - Joe Porletto
REVIEW – As cord-cutting becomes more popular and America’s TV viewing habits keep evolving, a number of innovative new products have come to market …
Headphones
LifeProof FRĒ Series iPhone Case review
the-gadgeteer.com - Bob Patterson
REVIEW – It’s fun to play outside, but nature can do a number on your precious smartphone! Today we’re checking out the FRĒ series from LifeProof for …
Helikcon Baseball Folding Cap literally fits in your pocket
the-gadgeteer.com - Andy Jacobs
NEWS – I wear baseball caps a lot, and sometimes I with I could just stuff my hat into my pocket without destroying it. The Helikcon Baseball Folding …
Mobile
6 gadgets that can protect you from hackers
the-gadgeteer.com - Kayla Matthews
ARTICLE – You might have gadgets that charge your phone with solar power or help you find a lost set of keys, but what about those that safeguard you …
Tom Bihn Maker’s Bag review
the-gadgeteer.com - Julie Strietelmeier
REVIEW – One of my resolutions, goals, aspirations, or whatever you want to call it, for 2019 is to completely update my EDC and one of my main …
JAXJOX’s KettlebellConnect is the kettlebell reimagined
the-gadgeteer.com - Michael Strange
NEWS – Smart workout devices are all the rage these days. JAXJOX has come up with a weightlifting tool that’s not only smart but also saves you time …
Sinusitis
White Tower XL 2 Liter Humidifier Diffuser review
the-gadgeteer.com - Julian Perry
REVIEW – With allergies being a challenge for everyone in my family, solutions like air purifiers and humidifiers are devices that are welcomed in …
Multi-tools
Griffin Pocket Tool puts up to 16 tools on your keychain
the-gadgeteer.com - Andy Jacobs
NEWS – ‘Round these parts, we’re big fans of small, multi-purpose gadgets. That’s why the Griffin Pocket Tool is appealing: it packs 16 tools into a …