The Tessan 9-in-1 desk or tabletop charging station is an excellent alternative with fast-charging GaN technology to replace a power strip. No more fumbling around in the dark to find an open outlet on your power strip. Gadgets all over your desk or counter with nowhere to really plug them in? Always having to fumble..
Reencle Prime is a kitchen-based home composter
The Reencle Prime is a smart home composter meant for use in the kitchen and indoors, and it's able to keep the composting process odor and mess-free — exactly what you'd want inside the confines of your home. If you like greenery, or you like to collect plants then you already know how important composting is,..
Shine portable wind turbine generates power from wind, anywhere
The Shine portable wind turbine is a wind generator to make use of renewable energy anywhere with a built-in 12,000mAh battery to charge devices plus USB ports and more. Most renewable energy devices are batteries using solar power, but the Shine portable wind turbine is clearly a little different. It's a 40-watt portable turbine that..
Siipet LitterLens is an AI-powered smart litter box camera
The Siipet LitterLens offers advanced detection technology powered by AI with multi-cat recognition, fecal analysis, real-time video, and a privacy-first design to empower cat owners with proactive tools for better pet care. Cats are notoriously private about health problems and discomfort. Before my current fur babies were around, I had a close companion named Talia...
Viture Luma Pro XR glasses are a new 1200p ultra-sharp AR option
Viture Luma Pro XR glasses are beautifully-designed AR glasses, as a new competitor in the market, but they're also available at Best Buy in-store and online. You can go try them out in person. There are a few brands of AR glasses that are pretty good, and it's nice to see some competition in the..
Kenyon City Grill is a hassle-free electric grill for open-flame prohibited areas
The Kenyon City Grill, as the name implies, is an electric grill for small living spaces, like small kitchens, apartments, or areas where open flame is prohibited. I love my four-burner Blackstone, but that thing is an absolute beast. I'm fortunate that I live in a home with a patio and enough space to use..
Patriot AlphaCase Elite by 4Patriots is a solar generator and solar panel in one
The Patriot AlphaCase by 4Patriots is a 768 watt-hour power station, crammed inside a briefcase, with a solar panel and flashlight tucked inside, too. It's everything you need to power the device and more. Most "portable" power stations aren't exactly super portable. Sure, they're relatively compact compared to your average generator, but a lot of..
uHoo Smart Air Monitor can tell you how good or bad your home’s air quality is
The uHoo Smart Air Monitor is a small, connected device that analyzes the indoor air quality in your home or office and tells you exactly what it contains, including viruses, mold, VOCs, and more. While I was reviewing some recent air purifiers, like the PuroAir 240 or the Rabbit Air A3 in my office, it..
Candid Review: Battery Tender 800 amp jump starter and tire inflator
The problem with reviewing a tool or emergency-based item is that you don’t always experience the same scenarios during testing where that item would be used. For example, if you’re reviewing a power station, there’s no guarantee your power will go out or a huge storm will knock out the local grid. You can improvise..
Napster View is a 3D holographic second screen for AI companions
Napster View is a small 2.1-inch secondary display using 3D holographic imagery to allow you to interact with AI companions on desktop. I don't use AI tools that much. I'll spare everyone the speech, or the reasons why, but as a creative, I'm not a fan of the backend technologies and how they handle data..
Candid Review: PuroAir 240 HEPA air purifier
Unassuming. That is the best word I can use to describe the PuroAir 240 HEPA air purifier. There is no decked out chrome styling. No bright or vibrant RGB. No gaudy accentuations. And when it’s running, it’s extremely quiet. In fact, it’s so quiet, it’s hard to believe it’s powerful enough to provide coverage for..
Prime Big Deal Days discounts round-up
Update: Day two is here, which brings new deals and new prices on some of the stuff that was available already. Check it out. Prime Big Deal Days, October Prime Day, Prime Day 2, whatever Amazon says you can call it or can't call it, seriously, they send out emails telling you what's okay to..
Almond Wind sofas are cozy living room centerpieces that make a statement
Almond Wind offers soft, warm, and inclusive sofas and furniture, culturally rooted, that feel as good as they look without ballooning the price. I know that's a lot to offer, but they pull it off. When you stop and think about it, I mean, really, stop and think, your couch or sofa is basically the..
Kärcher WV 1 is an electric window vacuum and squeegee
The Kärcher WV 1 electric window cleaner is a small handheld device that can be used to clean glass, tile, countertops and more. You spray with the included bottle, wipe it with a cloth, and then use the vacuum to suck up all the nasty stuff. Cleaning windows is not fun. Normal windows are a pain..
Meet PLACE: Smart alarms for smoke and carbon monoxide with room-specific coverage
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..
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..
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..
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..