We recently bought our son a car as a graduation present. Used cars rarely come with floor mats or with quality mats, if they do. Oedro offered to send me a set of their custom-fit mats made to fit his Hyundai Elantra, and the mats did not disappoint.
The MeatStick is a wireless meat thermometer that makes monitoring smoked meats clean and easy. The advantage of wireless sensors is evident as there is less tangle danger, and placement can be anywhere in the pit. Wireless meat thermometers have come a long way, and the MeatStick 4X is a perfect example of this advanced technology.
I love to cook and love to eat. Along with that comes a love for cooking tools and gadgets. No great cook can make it without a great cutting board. I was sent the new MEATER Board to try out with some of my smoked meats, and I was not disappointed.
EcoFlow has become an industry leader in power solutions; their products are high quality, and they constantly innovate and grow their offerings. Just in time for the holidays, they’ve announced some huge savings on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. These EcoFlow holiday savings promotions will be available in phases on their website and on Amazon from now until November 30, 2023.
We recently had a thunderstorm that knocked the power out at my school. I was stuck across the street in the football field house, but my first class came in and used the Growatt VITA 550 I was reviewing to charge their devices. I often bring items I have in for review to show my tech classes, and they were excited to have access to this product in particular.
First aid is something I take seriously in my life. Whether at work on the football field out in the woods or working on the ranch, there are many opportunities for first aid to be needed. The Uncharted Supply Co. First Aid Plus adds some helpful survival items to their latest kit, which makes it even more useful. Let’s take a look.
Yoshino is bringing a new solid-state battery technology to a new power station. Most of the power stations I have reviewed use LifePO4 battery technology, which does work great. Instead, the Yoshino B4000 SST uses Solid-State Lithium batteries, bringing a class-leading power-to-weight ratio. Long story short, this power station packs a big punch in a small package.
Audio is a large part of my life, whether it is the sound from watching television or listening to music in my home bar. I love great-sounding speakers and have tried many Bluetooth options in my bar without finding any that I liked. I was recently sent the Vigilant Audio SwitchOne Wireless Powered Speakers to try out, and they did not disappoint.
Vivint has been ever-expanding its home solutions for not only security but also for making your home smarter and more welcoming. You can now control your home’s lighting with the new Vivint smart switches and bulbs. A Vivint installer recently added some of these lighting options to our house, and the experience has been great.
Anker has been ever-expanding their product line to include larger energy solutions. Anker SOLIX is developing power solutions that will bring independence to people worldwide. Flagship, high-performance, and the most home-accessible solutions were just announced at IFA. The Anker SOLIX X1 Home Energy Solution and Anker SOLIX F3800 Portable Power Station were highlighted for their ability to power your home and electric vehicle during blackouts.
EcoFlow is a leading eco-friendly energy solutions company we have covered many times on Gear Diary. Their products are well-designed and user-friendly and always solve an energy problem. In 2023, the company is expanding its focus to encompass residential energy solutions. Their latest innovation, the EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra, is being unveiled at ShowStoppers during IFA.
We recently reviewed the LiTime 100-Watt portable solar panel. The panel pairs well with the LiTime D320 Portable Power Station if you need portable power. The small power station is perfect for camping trips or power outages, keeping devices ready. Weighing in at just under 8 pounds, the D320 portable power station is highly mobile.
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.
Anker has recently upped their game with larger portable power stations with their Solix products. Solix has recently released several battery options and some new Anker products. A large assortment of these devices are heavily discounted for Amazon’s Prime Day sale, and the deals are worth checking out.
Solar has become an important option in today’s power needs, especially while using battery generators, being off-grid outdoors, or dealing with a natural disaster. For outdoor enthusiasts, a portable power option is often the best choice. I prefer solar options that travel well, and the LiTime 100-Watt Monocrystalline Portable Solar Panel checks all of the boxes.
Some of the issues people see with Solar Generators are the heavy weight and the lack of swappable batteries. Decarbon Venture has introduced a new line of power products, the DCV Airbase Quad and DCV Airbase Duo, which are half the weight and deliver twice the power of other similar products. Co-founder Geoff Elwood developed the idea while living off-grid in the Australian Outback during the pandemic.
With the great TVs at our disposal and all the home viewing options available these days, great audio is a must; great sound makes the viewing experience so much more immersive and enjoyable! Take a look at these five new TCL sound bars, and you’re sure to find one that will fit your space and your budget!
Vivint has been a leader in home security for years and keeps adding to its smart home options. As smart lighting has become one of the most requested products, Vivint has announced three core products to their service. These products will integrate seamlessly with Vivint’s automation capabilities bringing smarter security and peace of mind.
Anker is the world’s #1 mobile charging brand, and one of the reasons we like their products so much is because the brand is constantly innovating and developing quality, long-lasting gear while keeping conservation in mind. Several new products were unveiled at the recent Anker RE Charge event in New York City, including a few from Anker sub-brands Soundcore, Nebula, and Eufy. Here’s a quick look at some of the newly-announced wish-list-worthy items.
I have been a user of Vivint products for a few years now and have had nothing but great experiences. The pro line of cameras has added many features, including detection zones and alarms. These features have been released in the new Vivint Indoor Camera Pro, and I was able to self-install one to test it out.
A chef friend recently discussed the importance of his knife roll and how those tools shape how he works in the kitchen. I do a lot of cooking and cooking reviews and figured I needed to work on my knife roll. It just so happened I had the opportunity to review the Vosteed Grandknife minibarbar.