Smart locks are an interesting segment of the smart home sector. I have a smart lock, and I have owned several, and while they vastly improve your life through unique experiences — like being able to unlock your door quickly with your hands full — many of them lose functionality over time as the companies..
Sharing a cause: Caleb Denison needs our help
When employment is severed, where does the line in the sand stop? Caleb Denison supporters can rally behind the renowned media personality and help him in a time of need. One of my big goals for Techigar is to create a platform for change. Actual change. Not a bunch of horseshit promises that go nowhere...
Breville’s new compact smart oven is also an air fryer
Dubbed the Smart Oven Air Fryer Compact — wow, what a mouthful — this multi-function and space-saving cooker combines a traditional oven and an air fryer and throws in some smart features. Roast a whole 4.5 pound chicken, air fry up to a pound of french fries, or cook an entire 11-inch pizza plus garlic..
This ultimate grilling kit is only $30 — was $45
What is a Kaluns, anyway? Honestly, who cares, because they offer a fantastic set of grilling tools, all packed neatly into an aluminum storage case. It's pretty snazzy and it would make for an excellent Father's Day gift, if you need one. Dads who love to grill are going to be supper happy [get it,..
Pexar: A 2K digital picture frame to finally show off all your photos
Available in 10 and 11 inch sizes, the pexar by Lexar is a digital picture frame with Wi-Fi, anti-glare technology and app-based photo sharing. You can finally show off your huge collection of digital photos that are not doing anything else. With the advent of tablets, larger mobile devices and TVs that are now designed..
This waterless body spray dropped just in time for hot, sweaty summer
The Pristine Body Cleansing Spray is a natural, waterless body spray that cleans nasties off your skin, including dirt and grime, while helping you smell nice and stay moisturized. It's excellent for those hot, sweaty summer days we're all about to have. Sometimes, you just can't get to the shower to give your body a..
These Tineco floor cleaners are $150 off right now
Cleaning is no fun. There's really no way to make it more fun, either, even if you're dancing and singing along the way. But you can make it faster and easier, especially if you have one of Tineco's excellent floor cleaners. Some combine wet and dry tasks, others simply do an excellent job of cleaning..
8BitDo Ultimate 2 wireless controller: A versatile flagship to elevate your play
It's like the 8BitDo Ultimate 2 wireless controller was designed to upgrade your gaming experience several levels at once, on Windows and mobile. If you play on either of these systems, you might want to give it a shot. Game controllers are one of those things you overlook, easily. Until you're in the middle of..
BOOX Mira Pro is an eye-friendly e-ink monitor for your computer
The BOOX Miro Pro series brings e-ink display technology to the desktop, allowing you to use a quality monitor with your computer, laptop, and compatible devices. You might recognize BOOX from its selection of unique devices like the Palma 2. This time they're dropping something a little different, although, definitely on-brand. Instead of a tablet..
Momentum belt: A relaxed stretch belt that’s all comfort, no hassle
The Momentum belt from Arcade Belts is another versatile, lightweight, and super comfortable waist belt that's excellent for active people, travelers, and beyond. It has no metal, and is made of stretchy, recycled webbing to move with you. It's also unisex. I've covered Arcade belts before, particularly the Atlas stretch belt. The prevailing feature is..
What you think you know about hearing loss is probably wrong, and here’s the proof
Whenever you hear someone mention hearing loss, or read about it somewhere, what's the first thing that comes to your mind? You're probably picturing older, hard-of-hearing folks that constantly ask you to repeat yourself. Or, maybe you just think it's an age problem, in general, that you'll face someday when you're older? Would it surprise..
Tendril Planter SWAP+System: A low-tech and high-tech planter for easy greenery
The Tendril planter, called SWAP+ auto waters plants, air-prunes, and helps them thrive even when you don't have the time to invest in greenery care. So, you read the title, and you're thinking "what the..." I get it. How could a planter be both low-tech and high-tech at the same time? Interestingly, the Tendril SWAP+..
Fender X Teufel ROCKSTER AIR 2: A high-end Bluetooth speaker for events and more
The ROCKSTER AIR 2 is a super powerful, high-end Bluetooth speaker with a built-in battery and 80 watts of power so you can drop the beats, and head bang, anywhere. And I do mean anywhere. Bluetooth speakers are typically compact and portable, and designed to be that way, so they're easy to stow and take..
Candid Review: East Oak Ridgewood 30-inch electric smoker
This time we're reviewing the East Oak Ridgewood 30-inch digital smoker and we had a lot of fun making delicious meats, like smoked brisket. See what we thought, below. I took my time with this review for a couple of reasons. First, it was my first time properly smoking meats and foods. I have owned..
Brisk It Zelos-450: A smart grill powered by AI and automation
This smart grill kicks things up a notch by introducing WiFi connectivity, with smart app controls, plus you get access to Brisk It's Vera generative AI. The AI supports automation, helps with recipes, grilling questions, and more. The best part? It's not any more expensive than comparable grills. AI is showing up in everything these..
TextNow: FREE wireless coverage with unlimited talk and text
With the TextNow app you get free unlimited talk and text via WiFi, you can keep your number, and you can upgrade to wireless data coverage at any time, for super cheap compared to other providers. A SIM card is available through a onetime purchase. That activates the free plan with essential data service. Upgraded..
Sunday Swagger X Guinness: Style and substance on the fairway
Sunday Swagger is a renowned golf and lifestyle apparel company, and they've teamed up with Guinness to deliver a highly personalized, comfortable and stylish line of apparel highlighting the best of the best these brands have to offer. No one likes to look like a dork. But on the fairway, and on the green, you're..
Cahve: A custom jewelry making kit to design your own bespoke pieces
No forge or blacksmithing tools? No problem. The Cahve custom jewelry making kit allows everyone to be a silversmith, whether you want to make a ring, earrings, bracelet, necklace, or something else. Each kit includes everything you need to make, well, whatever your heart desires. It's an excellent gift for loved ones! I have a..
The Ride1Up Vorsa might be the most versatile eBike yet
Generally, eBikes are built for a specific purpose. The Ride1UP Vorsa is built to do, well, whatever you need it to, thanks to a powerful yet modular and versatility-inspired design. eBikes are often marketed for a specific purpose. There are road-friendly and cruising bikes, bikes with storage excellent for errands and groceries, long-range bikes for..
GoChess is a connected, smart chess board empowered by AI
Chess is one of the oldest games in existence. It's about time it received a modern upgrade. The GoChess board is smart, app-enabled and empowered by AI, which controls the integrated lights system to help you learn, play better, and see real-time guidance. Chess is chess. It's an excellent strategy game for everyone and anyone,..