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Skullcandy Push ANC Active and Skullcandy Sesh ANC wireless earbuds

News

Skullcandy Push ANC Active and Sesh ANC Review: Wireless Earbuds with Amazing Bang for Your Buck!

We’ve tested many headphones and wireless earbuds at Gear Diary over the years. Every once in a while, though, someone takes the standard wireless earbuds and makes them stand out by being really, really good at what they do. Skullcandy‘s new Push line is simply a home run in the wireless earbuds space! We were sent the Skullcandy Push ANC Active and the Sesh ANC Active earbuds. They share some of the same DNA, even with some key differences; let’s take a look!

Clicks Keyboard on the iPhone 15 Pro Max

News

Clicks Keyboard Review: Delivers a Tactile Typing Experience, Extra Screen Real Estate, and Extra iPhone Functionality

If you’re an iPhone user who misses the tactile typing experience of using a BlackBerry, Windows Phone, or Palm Treo, the Clicks Keyboard may be right up your alley. Clicks offers a practical two-in-one solution to the iPhone 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, and iPhone 15 series; it provides some protection to your phone combined with a built-in physical keyboard. Using Clicks frees up valuable screen real estate that would otherwise be occupied by the onscreen keyboard while entering text, and it adds Mac and iPad keyboard shortcut functionality to your iPhone. Intrigued? Let’s dig in.

Nomad Passport Wallet Pen Edition

Deals

Nomad Anniversary Sale Brings Huge Site-Wide Discounts

One of our favorite smartphone accessory sources, Nomad, will run its annual site-wide Anniversary Sale from July 15th at noon PST to midnight July 22nd. Almost everything on the site will be discounted, with offers ranging from 10% to 50% off. On top of that, the outlet section will feature even deeper discounts. If you’re looking for some of the best gear to power, protect, or accessorize with, you’ll want to check it out! Expect the deepest discounts of the year during the Nomad Anniversary Sale, with no codes needed! Here’s a sampling of what’s in store for you. Nomad…

UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank Review: 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Options Bring Wireless Charging Convenience in Slim Packages

Reviews

UGREEN Magnetic Power Bank Review: 5,000mAh & 10,000mAh Options Bring Wireless Charging Convenience in Slim Packages

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).

Nomad 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition

News

The Ingenious Nomad 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition Is a Versatile and Capable Charging Solution

By adopting USB-C across its product line, Apple has finally made strides toward universalizing its approach to charging. Sadly, they still fall short, and because the Apple Watch can only be charged wirelessly, that will remain the case. Thankfully, Nomad just introduced its new Nomad 65W AC Power Adapter Apple Watch Edition. Its unique design means one less cable to carry (or forget) the next time you travel.

Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15, Pro, or Pro Max

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Always Short on Power? You Can Win a Mophie Juice Pack for iPhone 15, Pro, or Pro Max!

I was recently in London where I was able to enjoy several long days of sightseeing after an event. I knew I’d be short on charging opportunities while Kev and I were out and about, but I didn’t want to have to carry an external battery pack everywhere. With the mophie juice pack on my iPhone 15 Pro Max, my phone stayed charged, and I didn’t have to carry anything extra because my phone case was also my extended battery pack! If you’ve ever wished for a way to stay charged on the go without having to carry anything extra,…

Skullcandy Active Collection

Gear Bits

Style, Sports, and Sound Are Present in the New Skullcandy Active Collection

I have a real love/hate relationship with most true wireless earbuds. They’re great for when I’m sitting in one spot but tend to pop out of my ears at inopportune times while I’m working out. I’ve tried and loved Skullcandy‘s active earbuds in the past, and they’re leaning into the need for more secure true wireless earbuds (TWE) with a major release of their all-new Skullcandy Active Collection!

UAG Monarch Pro G-10 case on an iPhone 15 Pro Max

Gear Bits

UAG’s 4th of July Sale Brings 20% Off Sitewide, and Includes the New Limited Edition UAG Monarch Pro G-10 Case!

Urban Armor Gear (UAG) makes smartphone cases that offer exceptional protection in even the toughest conditions. They were the first major case brand to offer products certified to Military Standards, the first case brand to send an iPhone 6 into space (it survived), and they were the first brand to test their cases’ strength by throwing their phones out of a vehicle going 120 mph (they also survived)! They’ve expanded their offerings to include laptops, tablets, backpacks, and more, and for their July 4th sale, you can get 20% off sitewide — even on the new limited edition UAG Monarch…

ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight Review: Better iPhoneography on the Go

Reviews

ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight Review: Better iPhoneography on the Go

A few years ago, I backed a Kickstarter project for a photography grip designed for the iPhone. This nifty gadget transformed the iPhone into a DSLR-like camera, making it easier to capture high-quality photos. Fast forward to today, and the iPhone’s MagSafe technology has revolutionized how accessories connect to our devices. Enter the ShiftCam SnapGrip and SnapLight, two products that leverage MagSafe to enhance your mobile photography experience.

Shokz OpenSwim Pro Review: The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Bone Conduction Headphones

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Shokz OpenSwim Pro Review: The Ultimate Multi-Purpose Bone Conduction Headphones

Doing laps in my inground pool is a great full-body workout, but let’s face it, swimming laps can get monotonous. Enter the Shokz OpenSwim Pro, a game-changer designed to revolutionize your swimming experience and beyond. Let’s explore how these headphones stand out from their predecessor, the Shokz OpenSwim, and why these Bluetooth-enabled headphones are so impressive.

Man holding an iPhone in a Nomad Modern Leather Case in Rustic Brown Horween Leather that has developed a rich patina

Deals

BoGo Flash Sale on Nomad iPhone Cases This Weekend!

Just when you thought this weekend might be boring, a Buy One Get One Flash Sale has been rolled out on Nomad iPhone cases. Nomad cases look great, offer amazing protection, and stand up over time. I know this because they have protected my iPhone for the last few years.

Rocksteady Stadium 2-Speaker and Subwoofer Pack sits on a table in front of two seated women clinking their drinks together.

Reviews

Rocksteady Stadium 2-Speaker and Subwoofer Pack Review: Big Portable Sound

It is the perfect time of year to get outside and enjoy the improving weather. It is also a great time to have a portable speaker ready for any adventure, but what if you want something more than the usual portable speaker can provide? That’s where the Rocksteady Stadium 2-Speaker and Subwoofer Pack shines. Sure, you can bring just one of the Rocksteady Stadium Speakers along, but if you want a bigger stereo sound with more bass oomph than a single portable speaker can provide, this is the perfect solution.

Front view of the Nomad Titanium Band.

Deals

Cross-Promotional Spring Sale: Limited Time Deals from Nomad, Nanoleaf, Camp Chef, BYLT Basics, and Toad&Co

Nomad is a long-time Gear Diary favorite, and we’ve just got word that they’ve teamed up with four other sites to offer a cross-promotional sale with great incentives when you shop at Nomad, Nanoleaf, Camp Chef, BYLT Basics, and Toad&Co. Read on to find out why this is a great time to see if any of your gear needs updating—the price is right, but the sale will be over on Sunday!

The Leica X1 in a Small 3 Legged Thing WRAPZ.

Reviews

3 Legged Thing WRAPZ Review: A Way to Separate, Shield, and Keep Your Gear Dry Without the Need for Custom Cases

How many times have you started to load a bag with gear for an outing, only to realize that you didn’t have a good way to separate and protect your more delicate items, like cameras, lenses, lights, filters, or, in my case, multiple smartphones when I’m going out for a day of taking comparison shots? 3 Legged Thing WRAPZ is a new, versatile solution that keeps your valuable gear separated, shielded, and dry in any environment.

Nomad 35W Slim Power Adapter, 70W Car Charger, Mount, and Charger Mount — Conveniently Power Your Devices At Home, While Traveling, and On-the-Road!

News, Vehicles & Gear

Nomad 35W Slim Power Adapter, 70W Car Charger, Mount, and Charger Mount — Conveniently Power Your Devices At Home, While Traveling, and On-the-Road!

We know that Nomad makes some of the best cases for your iPhone, and Nomad’s Apple Watch straps are as elegant as they are functional. Of course, Nomad’s wireless charging systems are some of the best available. Recently, they’ve introduced a host of new mobile accessories worth checking out, including the Nomad 35W Slim Power Adapter, 70W Car Charger, Mount, and Charger Mount. Let’s take a look.

Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe Review: It's the Perfect iPhone Accessory

Reviews

Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe Review: It’s the Perfect iPhone Accessory

Anker has been a trusted name in mobile accessories for a long time, and it’s well deserved. Their budget-friendly charging accessories have been a staple in my travel bag, and the Anker 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe adds to the convenience. Wirelessly charging iPhones, Apple Watches, and Airpods in a compact, travel-ready size, the Cube is worth the hype.

Gear Diary's Best of CES 2024 graphic image

Events

Gear Diary’s Best of CES 2024 Awards

CES 2024 has wrapped, and this year, there was a plethora of exciting and innovative new products to discover and explore. After sorting through (what felt like) thousands of press announcements and making our way through a dizzying amount of CES events, venues, and demos, these are the products we found to be the most innovative and intriguing. Without further ado and in no particular order, here are our top 16 Best of CES 2024 choices. Let’s delve into the exciting array of advancements that emerged from this year’s CES!