September 2026

Outdoors, Reviews September 30, 2026

Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro 4K AI Camera with Solar Panel Review: Smart Enough to Know Who’s Stopping by for Breakfast

Kiwibit‘s latest high-tech bird feeder, the Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, is an AI-powered smart feeder built for backyard birders who want more than just a snack station. It includes a 4K camera with autofocus tracking, so any bird stays sharp, even in mid-flight. Solar panels keep it running for days on minimal sunlight, and dual 1.7L hoppers mean fewer refills. The FeatherPal AI can spot over 10,000 species, no subscription needed for the basics. Weatherproof, Alexa-compatible, and Wi Fi enabled. It turns your yard into a live nature channel you can check from your phone, anywhere.

Reviews September 30, 2026

Bob and Brad’s Q2 Ultra Massage Gun Review: Small Size That Provides Serious Recovery Power

Bob and Brad make excellent devices. Whether it’s a massage gun, an eye massager, a weighted heated blanket, or anything else that accelerates recovery and improves health, their products are top-notch. And while they’re not exactly reinventing the wheel with the Bob and Brad’s Q2 Ultra Massage Gun, it has the refinement and little touches that make it stand out in a crowded market.

Gift Guides & Round-Ups September 30, 2026

These UAG iPhone 18 Pro Cases Are Ready for Drops, Daily Abuse, and Everything in Between

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro is the sort of phone most people won’t want meeting concrete without protection, and UAG has already lined up several ways to wrap it in armor. The latest UAG iPhone 18 Pro Cases range from a relatively clean, clear design to a much more rugged option built for people who treat “butterfingers” as a recurring personality trait. There’s also a kickstand-equipped case for hands-free viewing, plus a tempered-glass screen protector that rounds out the setup. Prices start at $24.95 for the glass and run to $84.95 for the toughest case here.

Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate Cabin Travel Case (40L) and Polycarbonate Check-In Travel Case (90L)

Reviews, Travel September 29, 2026

Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate 40L and 90L Travel Cases Review: Luxury Luggage Gets Lighter Without Losing Its Character

The Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate Cabin Travel Case (40L) and Polycarbonate Check-In Travel Case (90L) take the company’s distinctive luggage design in a lighter, more practical direction. Aluminum luggage has a certain appeal that polycarbonate has historically struggled to match. Aluminum looks substantial. It develops scars rather than simply scratches. It has that vaguely aviation-inspired quality that makes even a mundane trip through Terminal B feel a little more glamorous than it probably is. The problem is that aluminum also weighs like aluminum.

Reviews September 29, 2026

Infinity X1 2500 Lumen Work Light 3-Pack Review: Multiple Light Levels and a Magnetic Base

Infinity is a lighting manufacturer whose product lines include flashlights, headlamps, work lights, and lighting for the home, outdoors, security, and other uses. In the past, we reviewed their excellent X1 7000 Lumen flashlight, and in this review, we look at the Infinity X1 2500 Lumen Work Light 3-Pack.

Reviews, Outdoors September 28, 2026

ENGWE M20 3.0 Review: This Powerful E-Bike Is a Surprisingly Good Car Alternative

As a big micromobility proponent, any time a unique e-bike shows up in my feed, my ears perk up. So when ENGWE asked if I wanted to test the ENGWE M20 3.0, an e-bike capable of reaching up to 40 mph, yes, yes, yes, and more yes. When it showed up, I double-checked the invoice. I didn’t recall agreeing to review a motorcycle, but one was listed. According to the bill of lading, though, it was actually an e-bike.

News & Features September 28, 2026

These Jackery Red Cross Edition Power Stations Prepare for Outages Before the Lights Go Out

Portable power stations usually get attention after the lights go out, but Jackery’s new Red Cross Edition power stations are designed to be a little more proactive. Launching September 29, the HomePower Emergency Pro Series combines three battery-backup models with automated severe-weather charging, a configurable emergency power reserve, and a charitable tie-in with the American Red Cross. The lineup ranges from a 1,024Wh portable unit to a 3,584Wh system that can expand into serious home-backup territory, giving households, first responders, and emergency crews several ways to keep essential equipment running when the grid doesn’t cooperate.

Reviews September 28, 2026

Dometic Recon Hardside 41L Review: Stack It, Pack It, and Keep the Ice Coming

Regardless of the season, a great cooler/ice chest is a must-have. Loading these things can be cumbersome, especially if you have more than one. Dometic has solved cooler needs with its Recon series, designed to stack like storage bins while still delivering a feature-rich ice chest. Now you can keep your items cold and pack easily for the big trip. The stackable, packable Dometic Recon Hardside 41L works great on its own or as part of a full Recon setup. Two inches of insulation keeps everything cold, and the injection-molded shell cuts weight while staying strong.

Advertorial September 28, 2026

Americana Style All Year: Fresh Ways to Wear a American Classics

America’s 250th birthday has made 2026 a natural year to revisit Americana style, but that doesn’t mean the look has to begin and end with red, white, and blue outfits on July Fourth. In fact, some of the most enduring American style influences have very little to do with holiday dressing. Think broken-in denim, vintage graphic tees, Western boots, varsity jackets, cozy flannels, canvas bags, classic sneakers, collegiate-inspired sweatshirts, and the outdoor clothing that becomes especially appealing once the weather starts to cool.

News & Features September 28, 2026

Lenovo Googlebook 15 Brings Gemini Intelligence to a 2.84-Pound OLED Laptop for $1,099.99

Lenovo is taking its Chromebook experience in a new direction with the Lenovo Googlebook 15, a 15.3″ premium laptop built around Googlebook OS, Intel’s Series 3 Core Ultra 5 processor, and deeply integrated Gemini features. Starting at $1,099.99, it pairs a 2.8K OLED touchscreen with up to 32GB of memory, up to 512GB of storage, a large haptic touchpad, quad speakers, and a sub-3-pound metal chassis. The more interesting question isn’t whether Lenovo can make polished hardware. It can. It’s whether Google’s new AI-first computing layer makes this machine meaningfully different from a very nice Chromebook.

Reviews, Vehicles & Gear September 25, 2026

CarpodGo Mini, T4, and T4 Plus Review:Bring Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto to Any Dashboard

CarpodGo makes portable CarPlay and Android Auto displays that bring modern smartphone connectivity to any vehicle’s stereo without equipment replacement or difficult wiring. CarpodGo’s lineup includes the compact Mini, ideal for drivers who want a discreet, space-saving upgrade, and the T4 and T4 Plus, which offer larger screens for a fuller, more immersive experience. All three models make it easy to access navigation, music, calls, and messaging directly from your dashboard, giving older or factory-equipped vehicles a smarter, more connected feel with simple setup and flexible mounting options.

Reviews September 25, 2026

Quntis Monitor Light Bar Glow (HY214) Review: A $50 Monitor Light Bar That Brightens Your Desk Without the Glare

Working late at a computer screen often turns your desk into an impromptu cave, leaving you squinting at paperwork or fighting harsh overhead glare. Monitor light bars have become desktop staples for reclaiming real estate and banishing reflections, but high-end models can easily push well past $150. Enter the Quntis Monitor Light Bar Glow (HY214) in space gray. Measuring in at 16.1 inches (41 cm), this standard model promises balanced front lighting, soft ambient backlighting, and a wireless desktop puck for around $50.

News & Features, Events September 25, 2026

The Eufy Edge 5.0 Lineup Wants to Spot Trouble Before It Reaches Your Door

Anker‘s eufy brought its fall lineup to Bathhouse Studios in downtown New York, and the theme was distance. The company’s Fall Showcase, billed as “Own Your Yard — Proactive Detection Beyond the Door,” introduced five new security devices built to work together as the Eufy Edge 5.0 Yard Protection System. I attended the event, which paired a hands-on look at the hardware with a brief presentation from Janet Jin of eufy’s PR team, social media lead Kieran Lemon, and David Aguwa from the social media team.

Reviews September 24, 2026

Peak Design City Backpack 22L, Everyday Billfold Wallet, and Beacon Finder Card Review: A Lighter, Sleeker Take on the Daily Carry

Peak Design has spent years building bags for photographers who need structure, armor, and a place for every lens. The new City line goes somewhere else entirely. We’ve been carrying the City Backpack 22L as a daily commuter for about a month, along with the Everyday Billfold Wallet and the Beacon Finder Card, and the whole kit is aimed squarely at people carrying a laptop, a tablet, and a water bottle. Coming from the Everyday Backpack 30L, the differences are immediate.

Health and Fitness, Reviews September 24, 2026

AliveCor KardiaMobile 6L Review: An EKG Device in Your Pocket

If you have ever wanted an EKG device that fits in a drawer, travels in a bag, or takes up almost no space in a suitcase or pocket, the AliveCor KardiaMobile 6L is an interesting little gadget. It is a mobile six-lead EKG device, but it doesn’t look like the medical equipment most of us picture when we think about checking heart health. Let’s check it out.

inateck AceTouch Ultralight Keyboard Case

Reviews, Advertorial September 24, 2026

Inateck AceTouch Ultralight iPad Keyboard Case Review: Turn Your iPad into a Laptop Without the Bulk

An iPad can handle much of what a laptop does, but add the wrong keyboard case, and that slim tablet starts feeling like a laptop with an identity crisis. The inateck AceTouch Ultralight Keyboard Case takes a more flexible approach. Your iPad stays protected in its own shell with an integrated kickstand, while a slim Bluetooth keyboard with a multi-touch trackpad attaches magnetically when you need it. Pull it away, and the iPad remains ready for reading, drawing, watching video, or carrying on its own.

Reviews September 23, 2026

Oryxearth VRME1000-5 Lightweight Off-Road Electric Dirt Bike Review: A Great Starter Dirt Bike for Teens or Teen-Sized Adults

Off-road dirt biking is one of my favorite activities, so I couldn’t pass up any opportunity to review an electric mountain bike or dirt bike when it was offered. The Oryxearth VRME1000-5 Lightweight Off-Road Electric Dirt Bike looks great on paper, but will the impressive specs for the price point translate into a fun and effective off-road dirt bike or just one suited more for flat and gentle trails?

Reviews September 23, 2026

Peak Design Everyday Case for iPhone Review: Three Finishes, One Excellent Everyday Carry

Peak Design‘s phone cases have been part of our daily carry for several generations, and each new round brings small changes worth talking about. The Peak Design Everyday Case for iPhone comes in two configurations, SlimLink and SlimLink with a loop, and Peak Design sent three for the iPhone 18 Pro Max: the loop version in Ocean, the loop version in Black Clarino, and the standard SlimLink case in Black Leather. Same chassis, same mounting system, three very different surfaces to hold. We rotated through all three to work out which one deserves the spot on the phone.

News & Features September 22, 2026

Motorola Signature 27 Preview Pairs Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 with Bang & Olufsen Audio

Motorola has offered an early look at the motorola signature 27, its next flagship smartphone and the first model to showcase the company’s new multi-year audio partnership with Bang & Olufsen. Due in 2026, the phone pairs Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 platform with a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA 910 main camera, a 200-megapixel periscope telephoto camera, Google Gemini features, and a redesigned cooling system. Motorola is still holding back some details, including pricing and the full spec sheet, but this preview makes the company’s priorities clear: performance, cameras, design, longevity, and better speakers.

Samsung S90H OLED Smart TV and S90 soundbar

Reviews September 22, 2026

48″ Samsung S90H OLED Smart TV and S90H Soundbar Review: Gorgeous Picture, Big Sound

The 48″ Samsung S90H OLED Smart TV and S90 soundbar bring Samsung’s living-room ambitions into sharp focus. TVs may no longer be our only source of entertainment, but they’re still often the room’s centerpiece, and Samsung remains a major force in that space. I know Samsung’s mobile products well, so I was curious to see how its home entertainment gear stacked up.

Reviews September 22, 2026

Wellue Cable-Free 4-Channel TENS Device Review: Wireless Relief for All Those Aches and Pains, and No Wire

Getting old is not for wimps. I have more places that hurt than I knew I had. My wife is in the same pain boat as me. Wellue, maker of a ton of health-related gear, is offering a new Wellue Cable-Free 4-Channel TENS Device that promises to help relieve some of those aches and pains. The wire-free design is the game-changer, so let’s check it out and see how it can help with all that hurts.

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