Staring down through the crystal clear water of my pool when it’s clean, with the bottom free of all debris, is a completely different experience then when there’s a bunch of stuff hanging around. The problem is that cleaning all that crud, without a reliable vacuum, is incredibly tedious. For the longest time, I used..
This self-cleaning litter box also refills for up to 20 days of hands-free cat care
The homerunPET CS106 is a self-cleaning litter box that also has a refill reservoir to keep fresh litter dropping in after cleanings. It can support up to 20 days of hands-free cleaning for homes with one cat -- up to seven days for homes with three cats There are a lot of self-cleaning litter boxes..
X-Sense SWS0A41 is an ultra-thin smart water leak alarm for DIY setups
The X-Sense SWS0A41 is an ultra-thin and lightweight smart water leak sensor that you can place just about anywhere and it will monitor for moisture. You can place one, or several, around your property for ultimate coverage. They're also easy to install, perfect for a DIY build. Some of the more obvious smart home devices..
Kodak EC35 is a 35mm film camera that takes things analog
The Kodak EC35 is a simple, analog point-and-shoot camera that takes 35mm film. Get rid of digital. Go traditional. Tech companies have crossed a threshold where they've made things so overbearing, so creepy, that people are moving away from digital and data-focused initiatives as much as possible. Honestly, I get it. Things have gotten ridiculous...
Moodi is an “expressive” tactile page-turning remote for a myriad of devices
Moodi from DuRoBo is a Bluetooth-enabled two-button remote for turning pages, skipping tracks, and scrolling when you have your e-reader or tablet propped up in front of you. It's a hands-free solution to small tasks. Imagine you're laying bed, or relaxed in the tub, your e-reader is propped up some feet away allowing you to..
Capsule from Loch is a countertop dishwasher that doesn’t take up much space
The Capsule dishwasher from Loch Electronics is small enough to place on a counter, won't take up much extra space, and helps you quickly and effectively clean up to 35 items at a time. As a homeowner of a decently-sized single-family home, I find it's easy to take for granted some of the things we're..
Fresko’s AutoMax V8-2 automatic vacuum sealer offers truly ‘hands-free’ food storage
The Fresko Automatic Vacuum Sealer is exactly as the name suggests, an automated food preservation system that begins sealing up the bags you load without manual activations or pressing required. It makes long-term food prep and storage easy. I don't know if you've ever vacuum-sealed food before to preserve or store it, but it's a..
Candid Review: Edifier ES20 portable Bluetooth speaker
Bluetooth speakers are a dime a dozen. There are a ton of options out there, some with great sound, others with great battery life, and more than a few with a host of additional features, like smart lighting, party modes, and beyond. It also means as consumers we have a ton of choices when shopping..
Pebblebee Halo is a simple location tracker and personal safety tool
The Pebblebee Halo is a small, simple personal safety tool with a light, real-time location tracker, siren, and more. It's easy to use, effective, and there when you need it most. You're walking down the sidewalk late at night and suddenly you sense danger. You need to call for help, and fast. Fumbling with your..
Jabees Peace Duo is an under pillow speaker to help you sleep
The Jabees Peace Duo is a unique under pillow speaker that uses bone conduction technology to deliver soothing sounds, music, or audio while you doze off to sleep. Are you the kind of person that loves to leave their TV on for background noise while they sleep? What about some ambient noise played through your..
GoChess Wizard is a Harry Potter themed smart chessboard
The GoChess Wizard series is a smart chessboard set, like the original GoChess, except with a licensed Harry Potter theme. It's designed after the chess scene in the original Harry Potter The Philosopher's Stone, featuring Ron, Hermione and Harry. I've covered the impressive GoChess smart chessboard system before. It's pretty damn cool and adds a..
Noco XGrid XDS3 is a 3-in-1 wireless charging stand for Apple gadgets
The Noco XGrid XDS3 is a sleek, sexy wireless charging stand for Apple devices, so you can charge everything at once. No complications. I'm not an Apple person, but I think I've made that point enough that most people get it. That doesn't mean I cannot appreciate some useful or neat tech on the other..
Gooloo F5S is a powerful handheld compressed air duster
The Gooloo F5S has a 180,000 RPM brushless motor to deliver powerful cleaning to keyboards, PCs, cars, windowsills, and anything you want to clean, really. Almost everyone understands what compressed air is, what it's used for, and where you find such a product -- mainly as compressed air cans at department stores or retailers. I'm..
Boox Tappy is a Bluetooth wireless page turner for e-book reading, more
The Boox Tappy is a lightweight and two-button wireless page turner to make e-book reading, web browsing, and remote listening effortless. Picture this. You're laying down in bed or relaxed on your couch. You have your Boox e-reader propped up, the font big enough so you can see from your viewing angle and you're enjoying..
ProtoArc EM25 is a natural tilt ergonomic mouse for remote work and all-day scrolling
The ProtoArc EM25 is a highly-capable and improved performance ergonomic mouse with a naturally tilted design to make all-day use more comfortable. Sitting at your desk all day, scrolling, typing, working, it's what many of us do to survive, but it's not exactly healthy for you. Staying sedentary is bad. But so is keeping your..
Rumpl’s Overland Mat offers cozy ground cover for your next adventure
The Overland Mat is a cozy ground cover for use anywhere with a moisture and stain-resistant bottom and a padded top for better outdoor chill sessions. It's also a great underlayment for tents and outdoor stays. The wilderness is an unforgiving place and downright uncomfortable and inconvenient in most cases. Take, for example, camping. You..
Polymega Remix allows you to backup your retro games to play on-the-go
The Polymega Remix is a physical system that allows you to backup your retro games for use on-the-go. Play your games on Steam Deck, desktop, a laptop, or more. Plus, you can plug original controllers right into the unit using custom modules. There's a lot of talk about how emulation is piracy and big companies..
Balmuda MoonKettle is a premium-priced electric smart kettle
The Balmuda MoonKettle is a precise temperature-controlled smart kettle with some neat features. It's also ridiculously expensive. Look, although sometimes a product might have an innately high price, like pretentious levels of pricing, you have to respect the hustle. For me, that's what's going on with the Balmuda MoonKettle a "smart" electric kettle. It's temperature..
Dyson HushJet Mini Cool is a powerful and fast evaporative cooling gadget
The Dyson HushJet Mini Cool is a handheld and ultra-portable evaporative cooling gadget with a bladeless design for anywhere climate controls. Stay cool no matter where you go. Sign me up. Staying cool is no small task. Believe me, I know all too well, considering I have spent many, many hot and humid days escaping..
Terramaster D1 is a water-, dust-, and crush-proof M.2 enclosure for portable data backups
The Terramaster D1 M.2 enclosure for SSDs gives your storage a super rugged and always-ready protective case. It's water, dust, and crush-proof and supports SSDs up to 8TB in size. Look, it's not a universal scenario, but sometimes you just want to bring an M.2 solid-state drive with you for portable backups anywhere. I'm talking,..