3 Legged Thing, based in Stagsden, Bedfordshire, England, manufactures tripods and related gear. Their product line is full of personality with colorful anodized components and modular design. In this review, we look at the all-new 3 Legged Thing CDMS Kit 2A Camera Desk Mount System.
There are a plethora of Android phones out there. It can be hard to figure out what makes one stand out, and many come across our desks at Gear Diary. OPPO sent us the Reno 12 Pro to try, and it quickly stood out with its good looks and took it up a notch with a phenomenal camera array! A quick note: the OPPO Reno 12 Pro isn’t officially sold in the USA. You can find it on eBay, but there’s no guarantee it will work with domestic carriers. So, we tested the camera and other phone features but not…
Wisconsin-based Trek has been in business since 1975 and produces a wide range of bicycles, including road, mountain, gravel, and city bikes. They also sell electric bikes as well as a wide range of accessories and apparel. This review looks at the new Trek CarBack Radar Rear Bike Light. As the name suggests, the device combines a rear bike light with a rearward-facing radar that detects oncoming traffic and sends alerts to the rider via several popular GPS cycling computers and smartphones.
If you were to walk around my house, you’d see a Nomad wireless charger in almost every room. Each item is elegant, made with premium materials, and safely and efficiently charges my mobile devices. I was recently sent the new Nomad Stand One Max to test; by the end of this review, you’ll understand why it is my favorite Nomad wireless charger so far.
Portable power stations come in many sizes and use cases. We recently reviewed the Ampace Andes 600 Pro, a great medium-sized power option. The Andes 1500 portable power station has a fast-charging, large-capacity battery and higher output. It sports the same design and build qualities as its smaller sibling and will be a great power option.
Some people shy away from the hobby of 3D printing, assuming it’s difficult to get into. However, that idea could not be further from the truth with the AnkerMake M5C 3D Printer. Being an extreme novice, the M5C was almost plug-and-play, and I was able to begin printing awesome objects in minutes.
Hong Kong-based Govee is a well-established manufacturer of smart home lighting and appliances. Their smart lighting products include gaming lights, TV lights, and wall lights, many of which we have reviewed at Gear Diary. In this review, we look at the Outdoor Triad Floodlight. Although usable for indoor applications, the Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight features an IP66-rated metal body and IP67-rated control box, making it rugged enough to be used in almost any outdoor environment. I can attest to its weather resistance. I shot sample footage (below) during a fairly strong rainstorm. The floodlight enclosure has a minimalistic look and…
We’ve covered many Eufy security cameras here at GearDiary, but none are as versatile as the Eufy 4G LTE Cam S330. It can connect to the internet via WiFi or 4G cellular and is powered by an included solar panel. It’s a great option for remote installations where power and WiFi may not be available and retails for $249.99.
It might be easy to think of the xSuit Air as the ultimate travel suit. After all, it is breathable, machine washable, resistant to wrinkles, and repels odor even after a long, hot day. But the xSuit Air isn’t just for travel. This “travel suit” is also a great way to look clean and professional daily when the temperature rises.
Cobra is a more than 60-year-old American company that produces various vehicle electronics, including CB radios, radar detectors, two-way and marine radios, power inverters, and dashcams. I was sent the Cobra SC 250R Dash Cam to test; the 250R is a dual-view dash camera with true 4K, 360 alerts, and a rear camera.
I have been a fan of ebooks for a long time, like the original wedge-shaped Kindle. But more often than not, I find myself switching between eBook readers and my phone to read. I didn’t think a device existed to handle everything I wanted from a reading device until I met the TCL Tab 10 NXTPAPER 5G.
For the past two years, Aiper’s robotic pool cleaners have been helping us get the most out of our backyard oasis. While we still get weekly professional cleanings, an Aiper robot keeps the pool bottom and sides debris-free between cleanings. But what about surface debris? That’s where the recently introduced Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer comes in. It promises to be the missing piece of my “clean pool puzzle,” and it delivers.
I reviewed the xSuit some months ago and was impressed. Recently, the company sent me their xSuit xShirt 4.0, and I became an instant fan. In the realm of dress shirts, the xShirt 4.0 stands out as a technological marvel. The xShirt 4.0 is packed with features like maximum stretch, wrinkle resistance, and breathability; it’s designed to cater to the modern professional who values comfort and style. Let’s look at the xShirt 4.0, its key features, and my experience using it.
As summer rolls on, time spent outside cooking and playing is at an all-time high. If you’re like me, you cook outside several times a week and have a wide range of culinary choices. The awesome folks at Hey Grill Hey have a fantastic collection of rubs and sauces that will keep your dishes delicious year-round, and their Hey Grill Hey 12 Pack—Rubs & Sauces is a great way to add delicious flavors to everything you make.
Hong Kong-based Govee, a well-established manufacturer of smart home lighting, is partnering with the Japanese anime series Evangelion to release three new gaming lights: the Govee x Evangelion Glide Y Lights, Gaming Light Bars, and the product they sent me to test, the Govee x Evangelion Gaming Wall Light.
3 Legged Thing is a manufacturer of tripods and related gear. The company started in 2010 in a chicken shed in Stagsden, Bedfordshire, England. From the start, 3 Legged Thing went its own way, adding color, anodized components, and modular design to its products. For this review, I was sent the 3 Legged Thing Legends Jay Carbon Fiber Tripod with the optional AirHed Cine Fluid Head to test.
I am the son and brother of successful artists and enjoy doing creative things; making gifts and items by hand is highly satisfying. I was recently sent the Cricut 3 + Essentials Bundle to try, which has opened up so many creative possibilities. My family and I had a lot of fun testing it while doing several projects, and we have all been impressed by what this device can do.
UGREEN’s product line includes various accessories for the wireless world, including chargers, hubs, docks, banks, cables, and power stations. In this review, we’ll look at two of their power banks, specifically, the 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Magnetic Power Banks. These two models are identical except for their thickness and capacity. UGREEN Magnetic Power Banks are available in black (sometimes called space gray) and white (beige).
XMCOSY+ offers a range of indoor and outdoor lighting solutions, including string lights, solar pathway lights, landscaping lights, and wall lights. This review focuses on their Low-Voltage Landscape Lights, specifically the XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low-Voltage Landscape Light, which comes in a 4-pack and sells for $159.99. These LED lights are understated and modern, with a stark t-shaped design in black. They are also available in a brown finish.
I recently attended the Brooklyn launch for the motorola razr 50 ultra (razr+ 2024) and the motorola razr 50 (razr 2024). In a full-circle moment, Paris Hilton, known for using RAZR phones throughout the mid-200s, was the event’s headlining DJ act; the next day, she was testifying before Congress on her experiences with troubled teen facilities*. Like Ms. Hilton, the motorola razr has come a long way, earning respect; the razr+ 2024 is now a full-fledged Android 14 foldable smartphone with a compellingly large outer display, a nearly imperceptible crease on the folding display, and a highly capable Snapdragon processor.
As a son of a successful artist, I enjoy designing and creating projects. A perfect outlet for this need is a laser engraver. There are endless projects that can be made. I recently received a LaserPecker 4 Dual-laser Engraver to review and have loved the opportunity to make some great items, even though I have only begun to scratch the surface of all it can do.