PLACE offers thoughtful, next-gen smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that also incorporate room-specific features like security cameras, intercoms, and more. That makes it easy to install the tech in the rooms that matter most to you and your family. The best way to utilize modern smart home technologies, and individual devices, is to achieve..
ChopValue takes recycled chopstick materials and makes cool stuff with it
ChopValue repurposes old chopsticks into some pretty cool stuff like coasters, shelving, furniture, wall decor, and beyond. That means less waste in the landfill, and that's better for everyone. It will always be fascinating to me when teams or individuals repurpose old materials, items or devices and make some really cool, ingenious stuff. Part of..
Stop porch pirates with a well-placed Loxx Boxx
Loxx Boxx gives you and package couriers a safe place to drop and store packages when you're not home. Parcels stay secure from theft, you get notifications and remote access, and they also stay dry and protected from the elements until you can retrieve them. The holiday shopping season is coming, and it's coming up..
Candid Review: WearIQ wireless smart audio glasses
I stare at screens all day long with three monitors on my desktop. I sometimes use a laptop with a secondary monitor. Of course, I have my phone, and a Steam Deck I like to play games on. You don’t need to hear all this. It’s not bragging. I’m trying to point out how ridiculous..
OKAPA is the Ferrari of water bottles
OKAPA bottles are made with medical-grade, super-durable materials and despite that they are also 100% recyclable. Altogether, the brand is in a design class of its own, equal to some of the best modern engineering out there. Water bottles are pretty popular these days, and for good reason. Who doesn't want to stay hydrated? But..
The TerraMaster F4-425 NAS arrives just in time to set up a home media server
The TerraMaster F4-425 is a 4-bay NAS excellent for home server situations that delivers a 40% performance boost over ARM-based devices, supports 4K streaming, a massive 120TB storage, advanced security, and ultra-quiet operation. Streaming services are getting stupid. Where they were once a way to save money, now every service is hiking prices, throwing in..
Man Labs offers distinguished men’s skincare bundles
Man Labs products are tailored for distinguished gentlemen, specifically, with advanced formulas that purport to be effective at reducing signs of aging. Typically, when we're talking about skin care products, we do it in the context of women's beauty care. Not traditional men's grooming. But that's silly, because men age, too, and their skin needs..
AquaSonic’s Precision Toothbrush and Flosser now available at Walmart — For under $40
AquaSonic's newest devices, the Precision Toothbrush and Precision Flosser, are available at Walmart for great prices, and they'll help keep your mouth and teeth clean, whether you're home or away. There's nothing particularly difficult about oral care. You just have to keep up with it, and you have to use reliable tech, whether that's an..
Screen Skinz offers customizable screen protectors for iPhone 17, more
Screen Skinz are tempered glass front screen protectors with etched on customized logos and characters. The logos disappear when you're using the device and show up when the screen is off. I'm not an Apple or an iPhone guy. I'm sure you've heard that enough if you read any of my content — plus when..
Ultraloq Bolt NFC now supports tap-to-unlock with compatible Android phones
The Ultraloq Bolt NFC now supports tap-to-unlock support on Android, through a free update, which was already supported with iOS devices. It does a whole lot more, too. I'm not an Apple or iOS guy. I'll spare you the soapbox talk and agree that everyone is entitled to their preferences. But sometimes, it is frustrating..
The Lesure Teddy Bear Pet Couch is what our fur babies really need
Look, pets deserve furniture to kick back and relax, too. That's precisely what the Lesure Teddy Bear pet couch is — a soft, cozy piece of furniture for your furry companion(s). If you don't pamper your pets, who even are you? Spoiling those little furballs is the name of the game, and it's honestly the..
Tiny Health offers a comprehensive at-home gut health test
Through a simple, mess-free at-home gut health test you can learn all about your body and the microbiome inside your stomach. Plus, you'll get support from microbiology experts who will help with reviewing your test results and choosing a future health focus plan. Compared to traditional medicine, people consider microbiome health a fairly new field...
Candid Review: Anbernic RG505 retro handheld
I talk about my Steam Deck a lot I know. I probably sound like a broken record at times because I love it. But I know it’s not perfect. I wish the battery life were better. I also feel that sometimes it’s too big to lug around. Wanting something smaller, geared more towards emulation, I..
East Oak Shade Shelters are a pop-up, bug-free way to enjoy the outdoors
The East Oak Shade Shelters are a portable, shade-free way to enjoy anywhere outdoors. They're also UV-resistant and come with the hardware you need to keep them stable and secure, so you can enjoy your day. Summer is wrapping up, and some cooler weather will be on the way. For many, that means more time..
Candid Review: Card on Guard solar sanitizer tube
It works. I don’t know the exact science, and I’ll do my best to explain some of it below, but the biggest thing you should take away from this review is that I’ve been using the Card on Guard tube in my pool for over a month, a little longer actually, and it works. While..
Portland Gear’s Cascade Essentials bundle is a tough grab-and-go stow setup
Portland Gear's stylish and thoughtful ready-to-go options are excellent for day trips, travel and beyond. The Cascade Essentials Bundle is where it's at, though, ensuring you have everything you need to grab-and-go, anytime. You get a backpack, travel kit and small pouch, all matching, and all weatherproof. You can never have enough bags to stow..
Plaud Note Pro is a credit-card-sized AI note taker for everyday carry
Plaud Note Pro is a super thin, convenient device that records personal notes, conversations and phone-discussions and transcribes them for reference later. It also uses modern LLM models to enhance recorded content, making it shareable, summarizing highlights, and more. Best of all, it's compliant with many digital security standards, including GDPR and HIPAA. One of..
Amp is an adaptive fitness station powered by AI
Amp is more of an at-home fitness tool and comprehensive system than just a workout station. It's sleek and design-forward, with space-saving techniques abound but also powered by an intelligent AI that helps personalize every session, offering full-body workout versatility. I've had a full cable workout system for years, but it collects dust in my..
The Aroma360 Smart Car Diffuser will make your auto interior smell nice again
The Aroma360 Smart Car Diffuser is a sleek, USB-powered scent diffuser for inside modern vehicles. It auto-detects when the car is on or off and releases much-needed pleasant aromas. Here in my garage in Florida, because of the heat and general mugginess, the inside of our cars starts to smell after a while. They don't..
I tried every Mitra9 flavor and these were my favorite
I’m not being funny. The new Mitra9 root beer and cream soda flavors in the mitragynine (kratom) seltzers are some of the most pleasant and unique drinks I’ve had in a long while. Generally, I’m a berry guy, and my favorite flavor is raspberry; blue raspberry, specifically. But these two flavors stood out, and I..