The MAINGEAR Retro95 is a modern PC with powerful internals that borrows a design from the 90s, complete with space for an optical disc drive and floppy style inserts (just for looks). You also get off-the-shelf upgradeable parts, a high-speed case I/O, whisper-quiet cooling and a retro design that will make your heart flutter. My..
DONGAR Pro supplies dashcam power via the rearview mirror harness
The DONGAR Pro parking mode adapter is a small, keyfob-sized device that plugs into your dashcam and rearview mirror harness, delivering reliable power without draining your vehicle's battery. It's compatible with select Toyota, Mazda, and Lexus models, with more support coming soon. While pretty much everyone should be using a dashcam these days, there's something..
MagBeat is a multi-purpose mini Bluetooth speaker and wireless charger
The MagBeat is a small Bluetooth speaker that attaches to compatible phones via MagSafe but puts out excellent audio comparable to larger speakers. It also doubles as a wireless charger. I've always said, as long as they don't cram too much in there — meaning, too much it's ridiculous — it's always good to see..
Freewrite offers several distraction-free serene writing gadgets
Astrohaus offers a wide variety of Freewrite devices that offer serene, distraction-free writing tools. Like the Freewrite Traveler with a built-in e-ink display and full QWERTY keyboard for typing up drafts and content anywhere. I consider myself to be a writer, first and foremost, but I'm sure that's fairly obvious. While I do prefer writing..
Attaché keeps your designer purse off the ground and nearby
Attaché is a chic purse hook that allows you to hang your designer handbag or daybag on the edge of a surface near you, like a tabletop or counter. They're simple, effective, and each hook holds up to 35 pounds. I've said it before and I'll say it again — probably many times — "tech"..
Tineco Floor One S9 Artist Steam paints your home in cleanliness
The Tineco Floor One S9 Artist Steam is a wet-dry vacuum that offers exceptional running time, great suction power, and high-temperature steam cleaning for your floors. The lay-flat design also makes it possible to reach under low-clearance areas. Give your home a deep cleaning with steam. It probably needs it. We humans are clever little..
K’lani offers beautiful shell jewelry that embodies the warmth and soul of Hawaii
Accessible seashell jewelry from K'lani is here to shimmer, stun and delight just in time for those beachy-fashion trends that are back in style. You can enjoy them guilt-free, too, thanks to K'lani's excellent support for community causes. Shell jewelry, or rather, accessories and jewelry pieces that incorporate seashells, gems, and other natural elements, are..
Timberland eyewear is eco-friendly and made for life on the water
Made with bio-based, eco-friendly acetate, the Timberland eyewear line is designed to be comfortable, long-lasting, and ready for water adventures. They are polarized. Sunglasses are not very high tech, I'll admit, but they are a necessity when you're spending time outdoors. Especially if you're hiking, boating, or embarking on some water adventures. The glare off..
Meet Luke, the convertible sofa chaise with some cool features
Luke, from Coddle, is a super versatile convertible sofa chaise with built-in storage, smart features, and the option to easily turn it into a queen-sized bed. Talk about badass furniture, am I right? You wouldn't normally consider couches to be high tech, or at least I wouldn't. That's true even when they incorporate smart features..
Candid Review: FurZapper pet hair remover
We’re a pet household. Probably to an extent that most would consider over-the-top. At one time, we had four dogs living under one roof. Unfortunately, three of those four dogs passed on, but that was years ago. Today, we have two dogs, two cats, a bearded dragon, and, despite many protests from me — the..
I’m going to try (and review) the Card on Guard tube in my pool
Not too long ago, I covered the Card on Guard Tube for one of Techigar's tech blurbs. The idea is to help reduce chlorine in pools and spas by up to 50% or more. That's because, while we still use chlorine in pools to sanitize water, those chemicals aren't ideal for our bodies. Using natural..
GamerCard is a grab and go retro handheld
The GamerCard is a true grab and go retro handheld, designed to be the size of a retail gift card. You can grab it "straight off the peg" at a store and begin playing your favorite retro titles. Accessible or not, some things are so cool and so unique they're worth sharing and talking about...
Adesso EasyTouch 1500 is a mechanical keyboard with a CoPilot AI hotkey
The Adesso EasyTouch 1500 is a full-featured mechanical keyboard with RGB illuminated keys, VIA open-source support, wired, wireless and Bluetooth connectivity and, most of all, a dedicated Windows CoPilot hotkey. There are a lot of people out there discovering the convenience of using AI to boost their workflow. And while there are more than a..
ModRetro’s Chromatic is back in stock, permanently now and with some upgrades
Chromatic is back in stock, permanently, and it has some new upgrades. The Chromatic is a Game Boy-inspired handheld that supports the classic cartridges but adds a new twist thanks to ModRetro. You might recognize the Chromatic from ModRetro because we've shared it here before. It's a retro-inspired Gameboy-like that has a lot of cool..
CRKD Vortex 1.0 is an all-purpose backpack for gaming gear
The CRKD Vortex 1.0 is a backpack, like any other great backpack, but this one is 'uge. So 'uge. It's like the best 'uge. It's purpose-built for gaming gear, especially handheld consoles. You get two handheld console compartments, Switch game cartridge pockets, a padded laptop section, side pockets, water bottle pocket and more. I have..
Ting is a smart electrical sensor you never want to hear from again
Most of the time, we didn't start the fire, fire hazards did. Ting is a small, intelligent device that detects anomalies in your home's electric network and alerts you when there's a potential hazard. In just the United States, an electrical malfunction causes about 50,000 residential fires each year. Regarding home accidents, it's one of..
Kingii is a wrist-worn life preserver to save you in a moment of need
The Kingii Wearable 3.0 is a small, lightweight and wrist worn life preserver that can inflate near-instantly, take you to the surface of the water and keep you afloat for up to two days. It's also equipped with a whistle and a compass. Life vests and similar flotation devices, while incredibly important for water safety,..
Candid Review: KIWI design K4 Duo AIO Audio Head Strap for Meta Quest 3 and 3S
I would not be happy with my Meta Quest 3S without my KIWI design gear. That’s the truth. Through varied features, KIWI design’s add-ons have vastly improved the experience for me and my family. Whether it’s making the headset more comfortable to wear, boosting the battery life for longer play or wrapping the controllers in..
Candid Review: SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro (for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra)
I normally don’t break phones. But not long ago, I was rough-housing with my kids, I had my phone on the nightstand by my bed, and the commotion caused it to fall off. It was the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, and I’ve had it for years at this point, still loved it, and wasn’t planning..
HOTO SNAPBLOQ is a super cool modular screwdriver, rotary and multi-tool
HOTO SNAPBLOQ is a modular set of precision tools that comes in cases which snap, link, and organize your bits. It's a super cool and useful way to keep your project space(s) organized, but also helps make sure you don't lose your shit — misplace your tools. I'm always losing my damn screwdrivers, bits, and..