Much of the time when I report on a gadget, it is because I encountered a situation where I needed it. For example, I was at the pool the other day with my kids, and since I have three, I have to keep track of them off and on. My third kid was playing in the shallow end, and I wanted to check in on him to make certain he wasn't getting in any trouble. If I had the … [Read more...] about iSwimband is a way to keep kids safe from drowning
Home Gadgets
The Striker Capsule Head Lamp, a 4 in 1 Task Light
If you have never heard of Striker before, they really make some useful products. This is the best picture of the product that I am reviewing from them, the Capsule Task Light. Yes, I know this sounds like an ad campaign, but this is "four lights in one". So, what does this particular light do? Well, let's start with a headlamp, allows you to put it on your head so you … [Read more...] about The Striker Capsule Head Lamp, a 4 in 1 Task Light
The AirRAM Vacuum Cleaner from Gtech
It isn't often that I review vacuum cleaners here on this blog, and I haven't done a hands-on review of this one, yet. This is the AirRAM from Gtech, and it is about to make you love vacuuming. The AirRAM has special brush bars to collect dirt, dust, and pet hair. In case you are wondering what is missing, the answer is a bag. All the debris is caught up in a small … [Read more...] about The AirRAM Vacuum Cleaner from Gtech
Hands on with the Stanley True Laser Measure (TLM65)
With summer here, I'm sure there are a lot of people doing projects. If there are projects, you can be certain that there is measuring tapes. But who needs measuring tape if the job can be done with a laser? This is what Stanley's True Laser Measure (TLM65) is made to do, and it does it well. It has a range of 20 meters, and I don't know what that converts into non-metric … [Read more...] about Hands on with the Stanley True Laser Measure (TLM65)
LUNA mini from Foreo
I must admit that this product really isn't for me, because I don't really care about my skin. Don't get me wrong, I probably do things to protect my own skin, but I'm not the type that use things on my skin to give it a healthy-looking glow. A company known as Foreo has the LUNA mini. This is an interesting skin cleanser that uses the power of technology (reread sentence … [Read more...] about LUNA mini from Foreo
Drift Light Smart Bulb helps one to sleep
When it comes to the light bulb, the tech hasn't really changed since the days of Thomas Alva Edison. The Drift Light from Saffron certainly changes that, and the tech isn't really complicated. I have seen some "smart" light bulbs that you can control with a smartphone, but these can be pretty costly and are good for dimming, which the Drift Light will do for you at a … [Read more...] about Drift Light Smart Bulb helps one to sleep
SkyBell let’s your smartphone see who is at the door
The SkyBell is a product that is very similar to the Swann Doorphone Video Intercom that I review a few weeks ago. The Doorphone Video Intercom had a camera that was activated by the push of a doorbell button, and it was wirelessly connected to a monitor. The difference the SkyBell is a video doorbell that connects to your smartphone via Wi-Fi. The doorbell unit has a … [Read more...] about SkyBell let’s your smartphone see who is at the door
Dacor has a smart Range as well as an oven
Last year, I saw a company named Dacor at CES, and I greatly admired their Android connected 30" Stove. Hopefully I will one day be able to afford one in my own household. I guess it stands to reason that this same company would come out with a range for that oven, which is what the Discovery iQ 48-inch Dual-Fuel Range. It is the first range to feature an integrated, … [Read more...] about Dacor has a smart Range as well as an oven
Singing Machine at CES 2014
I will readily admit that I am not a Karaoke connoisseur, but the Singing Machine could easily make me into one. Who knows? After a few years of singing on this, maybe my voice will be worth something. What you see here is the Singing Machine Home, and it is a speaker the can connect to any Bluetooth enabled device. It can then plug into the TV via HDMI plug and then … [Read more...] about Singing Machine at CES 2014
Moneual RYDIS H68 robot vacuum and mop
What you are seeing here could be the end of you cleaning the floors as we know it. Personally, I don't have any problem with that. This is the RYDIS H68 Pro, a hybrid robot that is capable doing mopping and vacuuming, even at the same time. As far as the mopping is concerned, it has the water with a tank that is 25 percent bigger than others of its type. The RYDIS has … [Read more...] about Moneual RYDIS H68 robot vacuum and mop
Sen.se Big Mother is watching you. Good thing?
I am going to be honest with you and say that there is a little bit of sensationalism in my headline. I am not certain if it is justified, but let's just say that Sen.se Mother is a little Orwellian. This Matryoshka doll without layers is the Mother, and it is designed to keep its eye on you and your loved ones. This isn't a nanny-cam, but it is essentially a hub for … [Read more...] about Sen.se Big Mother is watching you. Good thing?
The Tactical Laser-Guided Pizza Cutter
I don't know about you, but cutting pizza is always a bane for me. It seems like it never cuts enough, and you end up pulling to separate only to have serious toppings ripped off. This particular pizza cutter has a laser/flashlight scope so it creates a straight line cut. Hey, you never know when you need that kind of precision. I think any argument that you can have … [Read more...] about The Tactical Laser-Guided Pizza Cutter
Swann Doorphone Video Intercom
In all honesty, I never really felt a need to live in a neighborhood where I had to see who was outside the door at all times. It is comforting when there is a knock at the door, but that peephole doesn’t exactly make me comforted enough to say “come on in”. I would assume that this is why Swann invented the Doorphone Video Intercom. If you aren’t familiar with Swann, it … [Read more...] about Swann Doorphone Video Intercom
Oster’s 0.9 Cu. Foot Compact Microwave
Geez, I believe that this is the first time that I have reviewed a microwave oven on this blog, or any of the other tech blogs that I have written for. And if you think that I am writing about this because I happened to buy this microwave oven on Black Friday last week, then you are wrong! As it so happens, my wife bought this microwave last Thursday. Hah! So, what can I … [Read more...] about Oster’s 0.9 Cu. Foot Compact Microwave
Elevator Bed saves homes a lot of space
When I got out of college, and I attempted to create an office underneath it. It was pretty cramped, and was my first home office. I have a bigger office now, with a thankfully larger ceiling. An Italian furniture maker Espace Loggia created this Elevator Bed which can rise to the ceiling and takes up less space. Man, I always love seeing any space-saving features … [Read more...] about Elevator Bed saves homes a lot of space