July 2023

Gear Diary’s 2023 Back to School Gift Guide and Giveaway: Preparation Is Key, and We’re Making It Easy!

Where did the summer go? Hopefully, yours was full of good times with the kids and grands, and you were able to fit in a getaway with family and friends, but now it’s time to start thinking about the upcoming school year. Whether that means the kids in your life are attending elementary, middle, or high school or heading to college, our 2023 Back to School Gift Guide has got you covered. We’ve also got a great back to school giveaway running, so be sure to enter at the end!

Reviews

Sihoo Doro-C300 Ergonomic Office Chair Review: Sitting Properly Never Felt So Good

The best desk chairs have a few key features. They are well-built and sturdy, but they are not too heavy. They have a breathable seat and backrest. They offer enough neck and lumbar support for long work sessions. And they have enough adjustments but aren’t overly complex. The Sihoo Doro-C300 Ergonomic Office Chair ticks all those boxes.

Deals

Get Microsoft Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for Only $49.99!

TL;DR: Give your Windows PC a complete upgrade with Windows 11 Pro and eight Microsoft Office apps, now packed together in this bundle for only $49.99.

Editorials

6 Pixel Fold Accessories That Will Protect and Enhance Your Smartphone Investment

The Pixel Fold is the first foldable phone from Google, and like other foldables on the market, it’s priced at a premium. If you decide to get one, you will not only want to protect your pricy investment but also find the best gear for it. Here are the six Pixel Fold accessories I’m using and why I think they are the cream of the crop.

Deals

Register Now to Save with EcoFlow’s EcoCredits Monthly Madness

We have covered and reviewed several EcoFlow products, which have proven to be excellent ways to power any lifestyle. Now, registered members in the U.S. and Canada can take advantage of EcoFlow’s EcoCredits Monthly Madness, which will take place on the fourth Thursday and Friday of every month, starting tomorrow; each sale period will last for just 48 hours.

Deals

There’s More Room to Learn When You Get This Clip-On Laptop Monitor, Only $249.97 During the Back-to-School Sale

TL;DR: If you want the convenience of a dual-monitor setup with the portability of a laptop, get the Mobile Pixels DUEX Plus. This portable clip-on laptop monitor is only $249.97 during the Back-to-School Sale, but that price is only here from July 28th until August 13 at 11:59 pm Pacific!

News

Samsung Unpacked Introduces Latest Folding Flagships, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5; Are You Ready to Upgrade?

At this morning’s Samsung Unpacked event in Seoul, details were revealed regarding the brand’s latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5. But unlike previous years, Samsung’s no longer one of the (very) few foldable readily available with US carrier financing. Now, we can choose from the Google Pixel Fold, the updated Motorola Razr, and, if the rumors hold true, an upcoming OnePlus device. With more Android foldable choices available, we’ll soon know if the latest Samsung Galaxy offerings will be enough to keep its future-forward users loyal; in the meantime, let’s discuss Samsung’s latest flagship releases.

Deals

This $320 CARSULE Pop-Up Tent Turns Your Car Into an Outdoor Living Space

TL;DR: The CARSULE is a tent that attaches to your vehicle’s hatchback and pops out into a full outdoor living space. Get yours here for the best price on the web, just $319.99 for a limited time!

News

Nomad ChargeKey: A Handy EDC Classic Is Reborn and Updated!

As I have shared countless times, Nomad’s products are among my favorite device accessories. I use their cases, chargers, and batteries daily. It all started with a single product, the Nomad ChargeKey. A small, key ring-friendly charging “cable,” while great, I never expected it to lead to what Nomad has become. Now, about a decade later, the ChargeKey is updated and reissued.

Deals

Charge Five Apple Devices at Once with This $84 Wireless Charging Station

TL;DR: This 5-in-1 wireless charging station powers up your iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Apple Pencil 2 all at once — save 30% now and get it for only $83.99!

Gear Bits

Get a Google Pixel Fold from Verizon, and Enjoy the Savings

If you’re a fan of Google Pixel devices, as I am, and you’re curious about their first folding device, you’re going to want to check out these deals on the Pixel Fold from Verizon. I’ve had the 512GB version in Obsidian for a couple of weeks, and I really like it!

Game Diary, Reviews

Govee Gaming Light Strip G1 Review: Razer Chroma and Govee DreamView Compatible Ambient Lighting

Govee makes a wide variety of smart lights and appliances, and the new Govee Gaming Light Strip G1 is another step forward in their line of IoT (Internet of Things) ambient lighting products for gamers. Simply put, it is a strip of LED lights that users mount to the back side of their computer monitors to create different ambient lighting.

Deals

This 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Folds Like a Wallet, and It’s Pretty Easy on Yours for Just $44.99

TL;DR: Ditch some extra cables and get a wireless charger for three devices. The MagStack Foldable is about the size of a wallet and can power your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods. Even better, it’s 35% off!

Gear Bits

Beyerdynamic Blue BYRD ANC Wireless Headphones Offer up to 14 Hours of Battery Life and All-Day Comfort

My first high-end headphones were from Beyerdynamic and Ioved them. I was amazed by the nuances in my favorite tunes that I missed when using headphones of lesser quality. That’s why I was excited to learn about their new Beyerdynamic Blue BYRD ANC wireless headphones. They’re the company’s second-generation in-ear head ones, and they look impressive.

Gift Guides & Round-Ups

Summer Gadgets and Gear that Raise the Bar on Seasonal Fun

Summer is well underway, and we thought we might help you make the most of it with some of the summer gadgets and gear we’ve been using. Whether you want to enjoy more time in the pool or eat some great food or getaway, there’s something for everyone!

Deals

This EDC 800-Lumen Flashlight Looks Like an Everyday Keychain, and You Can Get Two for Only $35.99

TL;DR: If you want a flashlight you can easily keep around and have whenever you need it, pick up a pair of these super tiny MaxLight Mini Utility Flashlights. They have a max brightness of 800 lumens and pack a ton of other cool features into a tiny form, and right now, you can get two of them for only $35.99.

Gear Bits

Enjoy Fun and Entertainment at the NYC Samsung Galaxy Experience Space from July 26th Through August 20th

Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is coming up on July 26th, and to celebrate, Samsung is bringing back its Galaxy Experience Space in locations around the world, including one at 50 W 34th St in Herald Square in New York, which will run from Wednesday, July 26th and running through Sunday, August 20th.

Gear Bits, Game Diary

OnePlus 11 5G X Genshin Impact Custom Gift Box Looks Like the Perfect Gift for Genshin Fans

If you haven’t yet upgraded to the OnePlus 11 5G and are a Genshin Impact fan, your wait has paid off. For just $50 more than the regular price of the OnePlus 11, on July 21st, you can order the OnePlus 11 5G X Genshin Impact Custom Gift Box. This limited collectible will only be available in an edition of 1000, so you’ll likely have to act fast to score one!

Reviews, Outdoors, Travel

ICECO VL60 Review: An Extraordinary 63.4-Quart Dual-Zone Refrigerator and Freezer That’s Ready for Every Adventure

Kev and I recently purchased a travel trailer that can be pulled behind his Toyota Tacoma or my Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Part of the fun of planning your first big camping adventure is making sure that you have all the necessary gear to go off-grid for days at a time, which is why the offer to review the ICECO VL60 couldn’t have come at a better time. The VL60 is a heavy-duty metal dual-zone refrigerator and/or freezer powered by a Danfoss SECOP compressor that can be used in multiple outdoor and indoor scenarios. Let’s take a look.

Gear Bits

MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Makes 5G Even More Affordable

Connectivity isn’t just about being able to post fun selfies on Instagram. It’s a lifeline to a world that’s become increasingly digital. So it’s become incredibly important to offer 5G at every phone level, whether the budget line or the ultimate flagship. MediaTek aims to bring 5G to the masses, and they’re getting one step closer with the new MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ series!

Deals

Get 2 Pairs of Wireless Earbuds for Only $25, No Prime Day Needed!

TL;DR: Don’t pay hundreds for Airpods, as these Colorful True Wireless earbuds are only $24.97 through July 14, and you get two pairs for the price of one!

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