Gadgeteer Digest for August 14, 2024

August 14, 2024 [View in browser]( [Forget about LEGO, 3D print the STEMFIE model building system for free!]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 13, 2024 [stemfie]( NEWS – What is STEMFIE? The STEMFIE Project is an open-sourced educational construction toy that you can download and make at home on your 3D printer for free. The model shown above is made from STEMFIE parts that include beams, fasteners, plates, gears, shafts, washers, and more. The ability to print individual parts as you need ... [Read More]( [This bucket hat can charge your phone and another gadget at the same time!]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 13, 2024 [ecoflow powerhat 4]( NEWS – The fine folks over at EcoFlow not only make some of the most popular power stations on the market, but now they are also making hats that will power your gear when you’re on the go! Hats? Yep. Their new Power Hat looks like a sun hat or wide-brimmed bucket-style hat and features ... [Read More]( [Elecrow CrowView Note review – Turns a mini PC, Samsung Dex, or Raspberry Pi into a laptop]( By Julian Perry / August 13, 2024 [Elecrow CrowView Note 4]( REVIEW – These days, I am all about portability. I have been using a mini PC in place of a laptop alone with a portable monitor and keyboard. Elecrow is offering the CrowView Note as a solution for more portability and is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter. So, let’s take a look! What is it? ... [Read More]( [Engwe ebike, USmile electric toothbrush, and more – Review updates]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 13, 2024 [review update]( REVIEW UPDATES – Would you like to know about the gadgets and gear that we’re still using weeks, months, years, and sometimes even decades after we posted our original review here on The Gadgeteer? Click through to see a list of updated reviews, and then scroll to the bottom of each one to read the latest ... [Read More]( [Backforce V-Plus gaming chair review – Is it the ultimate gaming chair?]( By Kenneth Woodham / August 13, 2024 [backforce vplus 19 1]( REVIEW – I have four kids, all of whom are gamers. I also game from time to time. We all have a desk with our PC setup, mine is also used to work from home. Needless to say, we all spend a lot of time in front of a screen with our butts parked in ... [Read More]( [A folding pocket sharpener that will sharpen your favorite EDC knife when you’re in the woods]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 12, 2024 [worksharp folding sharpener 1]( NEWS – The Work Sharp Folding Field Sharpener is an ultra-compact EDC tool designed for outdoor enthusiasts who require a reliable and portable solution for knife sharpening. Its lightweight design makes it an ideal companion for camping, hiking, or any adventure where a sharp knife is essential. The folding mechanism allows the sharpener to fit ... [Read More]( [GoldenMate UPS review – Protects your computers from power outages]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 12, 2024 [goldenmate ups 2]( REVIEW – In our electricity-driven world, power outages can really throw a wrench in our plans. That’s where the GoldenMate UPS 1000VA/800W battery backup comes in handy! This little powerhouse is designed to keep your essential computing devices running smoothly when the lights go out. Let’s set it up and see if it works for ... [Read More]( [Wear your wallet on your head with the FattyPack]( By Julie Strietelmeier / August 12, 2024 [fattypack 1]( NEWS – If you’re a big fan of minimalist wallets, I don’t think you can go much more minimalist than the FattyPack. What is it? It’s a small storage pouch that is designed to wrap around the strap of open-backed caps. This weather-resistant nylon and polyester pouch isn’t going to hold your credit cards, but ... [Read More]( [Epomaker Tide75 mechanical keyboard review]( By Greg Cleveland / August 12, 2024 [Epomaker Tide75 Review 1]( REVIEW – Epomaker is continuing their mission to bring affordable, aluminum case keyboards to the masses in their newest offering they’ve called the Tide. Available in both a 65% and 75% variety, we got our hands on the Tide75 to see if they’ve landed in the goldilocks zone of quality and value. What is it? ... [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- You used this email address: {EMAIL} to subscribe to this newsletter. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please use the link below to unsubscribe while I go cry in the corner. Do not reply directly to this email. If you have questions or feedback, please use this [link](.