Misc Gear

Twelve South Debuts ActionSleeve for the Apple Watch

There’s a big flaw in the concept of fitness wearables; they really only work for running or biking. Weightlifting, calisthenics, boxing, and other workouts just aren’t conducive to having a watch on, and it cuts out a big chunk of the fitness market. Twelve South may have a solution with their new ActionSleeve Armband for the Apple Watch.




Chipolo Introduces the World’s Tiniest Bluetooth Tracker

At CES 2017, here in Las Vegas, Chipolo has just announced the launch of their Chipolo Sticker and Chipolo Clip. So let’s get some more details about the two latest tiny lost & found products by the company! Each of the products serves a unique function, all while making sure that the user keeps their prized possession in near sight. Being one of the smallest and thinnest Bluetooth trackers on the market, the Chipolo Sticker and Chipolo Clip minimize the bulky feeling other trackers give while trying to keep tabs on things such as keys and wallets. About the size of a paper…



LINK by Fasetto: With 2TB of Portable NAS Memory, You’ll Always Have Your Files

We recently covered the Fasetto LINK, a portable 2TB NAS (Network Attached Storage) device that not only fits great in your hand, but even better in your pocket. This sought after product made a splash at the 2016 CES, and has even bigger plans for the Vegas convention this year. Your media shouldn’t be too far away from you these days, and chances are you have a large media library full of photos, videos, and movies, so why not have them stashed away in your pocket like you would your smartphone right? With over 2TB of super fast Samsung storage…






GeniCan Makes Your Trash Can Smart

We have a system at my house — if you’re the one to finish something (or notice it’s about to be empty), you’re supposed to remember to add the item to our weekly shopping list. I should say try, because it doesn’t always happen. If we had a GeniCan, remembering to add things might no longer be a problem.


TrackR Announced Three New Products Ahead of CES 2017

TrackR one of the leaders in personal item finders released two products ahead of CES 2017 n Las Vegas. Lets check them out. Unveiled on Monday were two products, the TrackR pixel, and the TrackR Wallet 2.0. The TrackR pixel, which is a smaller, lighter version of the the TrackR Bravo, with the difference being that it comes in nine colors, is cheaper, costing $24.99, and at just 5mm thick, it’s one of the smallest item trackers on the market. The TrackR Wallet 2.0 ($29.99) is hands down one of the thinnest trackers at just 2mm, which is equivalent to…



TrackR Announces Partnership to Make Personal Item Management More Family Friendly

TrackR may be known for their popular item finding products, but a new partnership with GeoZila adds family safety to your favorite personal item manager. The popular brand announced today here in Las Vegas that their cloud-based platform is expanding from just remembering where your keys and wallet are, to a wider genre by joining forces with GeoZilla, a company known for their family safety assistant app that helps you know a family members location on the fly. Going forward with the GeoZilla integration, future TrackR products that you normally attach to your keys, backpack and even pets can now…


OPCOM Farm GrowBox Indoor Hydroponic Gardening System

For years, Kev and I have talked about planting a garden so we could grow our own vegetables and be somewhat self-sufficient. Because we live on the top of a big rock, if we plant a garden it will be an endeavor involving a bulldozer and hauling topsoil. Until that becomes feasible, we’ll have the OPCOM Farm GrowBox hydroponic garden.


Digitsole Attempts to Outdo Themselves with New Smart Shoes

Back at CES 2016, Digitsole released the world’s first auto-lacing smart shoe; so, how do they plan on outdoing themselves this year? The answer is simple: Make a collection of smart shoes! Effective today, Digitsole has announced over ten new models of their Digitsole smart shoes, including a woman’s high-heel show with telescopic tech, as well as a smart running show that adapts it’s cushioning in real-time. Combining fashion with functionality, Digitsole plans on making the most innovative footwear in the industry. Digitsole’s Women’s high-heel with telescopic tech can be adjusted at the heel with a single tap on your…



ConnectSense: Get Two Smart Outlets for the Price of One

One of the first things you want as a smart home user is a Smart Outlet that will work, even if you don’t have products like smart bulbs, smart hubs, etc. The ConnectSense Smart Outlet not only integrates perfectly into your home, but it’s the only one on the market with a specific set of features unseen in others.



ASP Turbo CR 920 Lumens LED Flashlight Review

Whether you’re a police officer, fireman, hiker, camper, prepper, hunter, in the military, or just someone who wants a professional grade flashlight that will brilliantly light up objects as far as 100 feet away or more, you should consider the police-grade ASP Turbo CR 920 Lumens LED Flashlight. It’s a brawny, bright, brute of a light.


Gourmia Multi-Function Cooker Eliminates Kitchen Clutter

Chances are you have way too many home appliances in your home and you need to consolidate. Why not just get the Gourmia? It serves multiple functions and saves you a couple bucks? Introducing the Gourmia GMC700 Supreme 8-in-1 Digital Multi-Function Cooker. Gourmia sent us over one to try out, and I wanted to see exactly if it would declutter all of the products I’ve accumulated after watching a million shows on the food network, because why not? The Gourmia Cooker serves eight functions: Fry, Steam, Fondue, Roast, Stew, Warm, Boil, and most importantly Grill. Living in an apartment without…