Gadgeteer Digest for December 11, 2023

December 11, 2023 [View in browser]( [We’re giving away 3 travel chargers with MagSafe from ZAGG!]( By [Julie Strietelmeier](/ December 8, 2023 / [News]( / [contest]( / [16 Comments]( CONTEST NEWS – Today might be your lucky day because our friends at ZAGG have generously offered to give away one of their 3-in-1 Travel Chargers with MagSafe to 3 lucky winners! Even if you don’t have an iPhone yourself, you can still enter this contest and give the prize to someone else if you … [Read More]( [I don’t need it, but I want this tiny clip-on webcam]( By [Julie Strietelmeier](/ December 10, 2023 / [News]( / [Webcam]( / [Leave a Comment]( NEWS – The Opal Tadpole is a webcam that is designed to clip on your laptop’s screen. That isn’t all that exciting, but when you dig into the specs, the Tadpole has some interesting features with noting. First up is the 1090P camera which features a mirrorless Sony IMX582 RS sensor. Then there’s the built-in … [Read More]( [Still need gift ideas? Check out our gift guides!]( [Marley Positive Vibration Frequency Over Ear Wireless Headphones review]( By [Julian Perry](/ December 10, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Bluetooth headphones]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – I have a peg board on one of the walls of my home studio, and on it, there are approximately 15 or so headphones of different makes and models. Several of them are wired and several are wireless, I am always looking for something new and different that looks good, feels good to … [Read More]( [This scissor multi-tool could make a fun stocking stuffer for the EDC fans on your holiday shopping list]( By [Julie Strietelmeier](/ December 10, 2023 / [News]( / [EDC](, [Multi-tool]( / [Leave a Comment]( NEWS – The Sun Company SwingShears is a pair of folding scissors with extra functionality. This small multi-tool has a built-in screwdriver, 5 hex wrenches, a phone holder, and a carabiner. It’s made of stainless steel and is small enough to fit in a pocket or clipped to a bag. Grab one for your EDC … [Read More]( [Runhood RALLYE 1200 PRO 1296Wh/1200W portable power station with 100W solar panel review – an innovative power station made even better]( By [Matt Gregersen](/ December 10, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [power station]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – Only a few months ago I reviewed one of the most interesting power stations I’d seen yet: the Runhood RALLYE 600 Pro Power Station. The premise of a power station with hot-swappable batteries seems perfect for many power station scenarios like camping or RV trips, and the versatility added with solar charging and … [Read More]( [Drop CSTM80 mechanical keyboard review – An almost endlessly customizable keyboard from the one stop Drop shop]( By [Kenneth Woodham](/ December 10, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [mechanical keyboard]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – I recently began a journey to build a custom keyboard. I had a list of requirements, a couple of known parts I wanted, and the drive to go a-huntin’ for parts. Luckily, I wasn’t locked into a specific case or PCB and I was willing to make some compromises. I went to several … [Read More]( [Pelsee P12 Pro Max 4k+2.5K rear view mirror dashcam review – To savor the scenery and record the rambunctiousness!]( By [Dave Moore](/ December 10, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Car Gear](, [dash cam]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – If you ask a dozen witnesses for a report of an event, you’ll get 12 different versions. When stuff happens, dashcams like Pelsee’s P12 Pro Max dashcam should be an integral part of every chariot for protection from shenanigans or reminisce of road trips! Let’s have a closer look… What is it? … [Read More]( [Joy Pebble Electric Fireplace Heater review]( By [Guanshan Fix](/ December 9, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [heater]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – I have been working on finishing part of my basement to turn it into a comfy social area. However, no amount of paint and carpeting is going to change the fact it’s a basement room with concrete walls. While the colder atmosphere is great in the summer, during the winter it gets a … [Read More]( [DEERC H16R Brushless 1:16 4×4 RC Truck review – a tiny speed demon]( By [Matt Gregersen](/ December 9, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Toys]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – Continuing a streak of DEERC RC car reviews, this time I have the DEERC H16R Brushless 1:16 4×4 RC Truck in to check out. Both of the previous DEERC RC cars have been a blast and are holding up well (no issues with either). This new H16R RC truck appears to be a … [Read More]( [yoose ICE electric shaver review]( By [Julian Perry](/ December 9, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Bathroom](, [shaver]( / [1 Comment]( REVIEW – For many years I have used a Gillette Power Proglide as my go-to shaver for my face and bald head. Every so often, I test a battery-powered electric shaver hoping to find one that can shave just as smooth as the Gillette and is easy to travel with. After all, the Gillette replacement … [Read More]( [Quntis Monitor Light Bar Pro+ review]( By [Greg Cleveland](/ December 8, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Computer Gear](, [LED lighting]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – If you’ve ever spent time working from your computer while in a dark room, the brightness of the monitor can become uncomfortable. One way to address this is by adding light around the workspace, though the challenge then becomes keeping the light source from creating glare on the monitor itself. Monitor light bars … [Read More]( [InMotion S1 electric scooter review – A comfortable ride, that’s just a bit larger]( By [Danny Welsch](/ December 8, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [scooter]( / [2 Comments]( REVIEW – Electric scooters are all the rage among city commuters. They are generally light, portable, powerful, and efficient. I’ve tried several, and as someone over 6 feet tall, I often feel cramped. And with height comes weight (190 lb, in my case), and with weight comes a need for power. Enter the InMotion S1 … [Read More]( [Ombar DC42 Dash Cam review – a cheap insurance policy while driving]( By [Danny Welsch](/ December 8, 2023 / [Reviews]( / [Car Gear](, [dash cam]( / [Leave a Comment]( REVIEW – Dash cameras have become inexpensive, small, and the quality of the imagery has really improved in the last few years. With all that improvement, it seems like a no-brainer to get a dash cam. At best, you could protect yourself in a lawsuit or dispute with an insurance company. Or you can just … [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. 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