Gear Bits

CITIZEN CZ Smart Watch Uses NASA Science and IBM Watson for an Algorithm That Knows You Better Than You Know Yourself

Gear Bits, Events, Health and Fitness January 6, 2023

CITIZEN CZ Smart Watch Uses NASA Science and IBM Watson for an Algorithm That Knows You Better Than You Know Yourself

CITIZEN has a deservedly excellent reputation for making stylish and reliable wristwatches. They’re taking their eye for style and combining it with some seriously smart machine learning to make smartwatches that actually adapt to your needs. The second generation of CITIZEN CZ Smart watches will be powered by the YouQ application with the aim of improving your health and your daily routine!

Snapdragon Satellite Will Enable Two-Way Messaging on Compatible Smartphones from Anywhere on Earth

Gear Bits, Events January 6, 2023

Snapdragon Satellite Will Enable Two-Way Messaging on Compatible Smartphones from Anywhere on Earth

We take our phones everywhere. After all, they’re our cameras as well as communication devices; when we’re on a remote hiking adventure or skiing in the mountains, we not only want to be able to capture those moments but more importantly, we want to be able to call for help if it’s needed, even in truly remote areas that don’t have cellular service. That’s where Snapdragon Satellite will come into play.

EcoFlow Adds the Glacier, Blade and Wave 2 to Its Ecosystem

Gear Bits, Events January 5, 2023

EcoFlow Adds the Glacier, Blade and Wave 2 to Its Ecosystem

We’ve reviewed several of EcoFlow‘s products, and all have exceeded expectations. However, the company makes more than portable power solutions, and they’ve just announced three exciting new products today at CES! On top of the Whole Home Backup Power Solution announced today, EcoFlow is also adding the Glacier, Blade, and Wave 2 to their lineup.

The EcoFlow Whole-Home Backup Power Solution Will Provide Emergency Power You Can Depend On

Events, Gear Bits January 5, 2023

The EcoFlow Whole-Home Backup Power Solution Will Provide Emergency Power You Can Depend On

EcoFlow has quickly become an important maker of all things power. Their products are well-made and designed to work seamlessly within their ecosystem. Today at CES, they’re debuting the latest advancement in the power space with the EcoFlow Whole-Home Backup Power Solution. This system is built around the Delta Pro portable power station and could be a game-changer for home power.

TrueKinetix TrueTrainer Aims to Make Indoor Cycling Fun!

Events, Gear Bits, Health and Fitness January 3, 2023

TrueKinetix TrueTrainer Aims to Make Indoor Cycling Fun!

Bike riding is a super fun outdoor activity, whether you ride intensely or just like to tool around town. The downside is in winter and bad weather when you need to take the training indoors and hook up to a device to cycle in place. It’s just not the same, either emotionally or physically. TrueKinetix can’t help (as much) with your desire to get outside, but they can help make it a more fulfilling exercise with TrueTrainer.

Samsung Bespoke Kitchen Appliances Get Smarter and Sleeker!

Gear Bits, Events January 3, 2023

Samsung Bespoke Kitchen Appliances Get Smarter and Sleeker!

Anyone can have a regular refrigerator or oven. But if you really want your kitchen to reflect you, then you need to consider a Samsung Bespoke appliance! Samsung is expanding its Bespoke line, so if you’ve ever thought “you know what my fridge needs, besides more half and half? A more stylish exterior!” Well, read on!

The 2023 LG TV Lineup Promises Plenty of Style and Smarts

Gear Bits, Events January 3, 2023

The 2023 LG TV Lineup Promises Plenty of Style and Smarts

Remember when televisions were just conduits for whatever your rabbit ears could get over the air? It’s safe to say things have changed, a lot. LG is right there pushing the envelope with exciting new OLED models that will make your living room more entertaining, smarter, and stylish. Here’s a look at the 2023 LG TV Lineup.

Break a Vape Habit the Healthy Way with CAPNOS!

Gear Bits, Events January 2, 2023

Break a Vape Habit the Healthy Way with CAPNOS!

Consensus on vaping is mixed, to say the least. On the one hand, it’s almost definitely a harm reduction versus smoking. On the other, it’s unclear if there are other risks, and it still doesn’t break a nicotine dependence. CAPNOS aims to let people keep the oral fixation that comes from vaping but strips away all the health risks!

Movano Evie Aims to Stylishly Quantify Women's Health

Gear Bits, Events January 2, 2023

Movano Evie Aims to Stylishly Quantify Women’s Health

It is hard to believe that it’s 2023 and women’s health is still not taken seriously, but that’s the reality in the medical world today. Gender bias in health care is a huge issue, and while technology can’t fix it 100%, Movano Health is trying to take a big step forward with the Evie, their new wearable smart ring designed for women.

Highly Customizable and Powerful Rook EDC Flashlight Now on Kickstarter

Crowdfunding, Gear Bits December 21, 2022

Highly Customizable and Powerful Rook EDC Flashlight Now on Kickstarter

Vosteed has joined forces with ReyLight to produce the Rook, a triple LED high-output compact EDC flashlight project on Kickstarter. The Rook has six brightness levels and 3 specialty modes and is excellent for various scenarios. It can be adjusted from moonlight mode of .5lm to turbo mode of 1800lm; in other words, there is a brightness level for any situation.

Vivint Smart Energy solar panels

Gear Bits December 6, 2022

Vivint Smart Energy Brings Solar Production Data Their Smart Home App

Alternative energy sources have become more affordable and reliable and are also a passion of mine. With them, it is essential to be able to monitor energy input to regulate usage. Vivint has announced a new feature allowing their app users to view production data from their solar panels. This is a significant step forward in encouraging renewable energy sources and integrating solar energy into the Vivint Smart Energy and Smart Home experience.

Targeted Ads Are Making Me Wonder Who the Internet Thinks I Am??

Editorials, Gear Bits December 5, 2022

Targeted Ads Are Making Me Wonder Who the Internet Thinks I Am??

I have an odd issue going on, especially on Instagram and Reddit. There are some weird and wildly inaccurate ads following me around. Yes, targeted ads are how these sites make money, and I don’t begrudge their advertising. I do think they might need to tweak their algorithm because they’re a touch off in their assessment of me.

Nomad Limited Edition Full Leather Desk Mat Ushers in Black Friday Savings

Deals, Gear Bits November 22, 2022

Nomad Limited Edition Full Leather Desk Mat Ushers in Black Friday Savings

We love Nomad’s products. We love them even more, when special savings are involved, which is exactly what’s happening during their annual Black Friday sale. Even though the savings are terrific this year, Nomad decided to do something extra special. So not only are they announcing this year’s deals, but they’ve just introduced the Nomad Limited Edition Full Leather Desk Mat.

Only a Live Human's Face Can Unlock a Smartphone Protected by trinamiX Face Authentication

Events, Gear Bits November 18, 2022

Only a Live Human’s Face Can Unlock a Smartphone Protected by trinamiX Face Authentication

We keep everything on our smartphones anymore — our personal files, photos, email, and messages — we also use them to store sensitive info like our credit cards and passwords. You’ve likely heard horror stories about how facial detection on Android smartphones can be less secure than using a fingerprint or a PIN, but trinamiX Face Authentication aims to change that.

2022 MediaTek Summit

Gear Bits November 10, 2022

MediaTek Summit: Pentonic 1000, Kompanio 520, and T800 Chipsets Will Make Your Devices Faster and Smarter

We talk a lot about how important MediaTek is to your smartphone experience. However, they power more than just phones (a LOT more). Today is the first day of the 2022 MediaTek Summit in Sonoma, and they kicked it off by announcing the latest Pentonic 1000, Kompanio 520/528, and MediaTek T800 chipsets to make sure your television, Chromebook, and other devices are almost as smart as you are!