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..
The Naloxone Carry Case is a life-saving keychain for emergencies
The Nalox1 Naloxone carry case allows you to always carry Narcan and similar nasal sprays with you via a lightweight, weatherproof and durable keychain. It could save lives. I shall regale you with some stats. In 2023, 110,000 Americans died from opioid overdoses. Overdose deaths have surged by over 170% during the last decade. Moreover,..
Starkey Omega AI offer a breakthrough in hearing technology
The Starkey Omega AI are hearing aids, first and foremost, but utilize generative AI for hands-free voice controls, better audio balancing, respiratory rate monitoring like a fitness tracker, and DNN 360 — deep neural network powered directionality for targeted, adaptive hearing. The World Health Organization predicts that about 2.5 billion people will experience hearing loss..
Prepper Disk gives you digital peace of mind when there’s no more online
The Prepper Disk is a self-contained digital backup of disaster, survival and informative resources that you can access anytime, anywhere, as needed. No internet or network required. Nuclear fallout. Global cyber-warfare. Coronal mass ejection a la the Carrington Event. A giant EMP. We're just scratching the surface here, but these are some of the things..
Flipper Zero is a portable multi-tool for geeks and tinkerers
The Flipper Zero is a multi-tool for every geek on the planet. Tinker, code, create, modify to your heart's content and use it for virtually anything related to electronics. It seems silly not to have one handy. I love to tinker. It makes sense most geeks do. But sometimes, it's the tinkering before I use..
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..
OSCAL Spider 10 is a rugged tablet for outdoor use, like camping
The OSCAL Spider 10 is an absolute beast of a rugged tablet for outdoor use and I do mean OUTDOOR use. Hiking, mountain climbing, spelunking, camping, fishing, exploring, you name it. It has a powerful flashlight, night vision camera and high-capacity battery, plus military-grade protection, waterproofing and so much more. I'll admit it. It seems..
Candid Review: Limitless Elite 15,000mAh power bank
I’m in love. That sounds stupid as hell when using it in the context of a modern electronic device, but here we are. It’s the reality. Limitless Innovations packed some hilariously ridiculous stuff into the Elite 15,000mAh power bank that’s the subject of this review today. I say that because it’s packed to the brim..
Candid Review: Innova 5610 CarScan Pro OBD2 bi-directional scanner
This review is meant to complement an earlier one on the Innova 5210 because the tools are remarkably similar. Both are diagnostics devices that plug into the standard OBD2 port in your gas-only or hybrid vehicle. The 5610 is a step up offering more advanced functions, but if you haven’t read that review already, please..
Candid Review: Innova CarScan Advisor 5210 OBD2 scanner
Cars are machines, sometimes complicated, and they can malfunction or break down like anything else. Typically, when something is wrong with your vehicle and the check engine light comes on, the system computer will also present an error code. Without the appropriate tools, you won’t necessarily know what those diagnostic codes are, or even what..
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..
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..
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..
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..
Newegg’s PC gaming arena looks like an RGB fever dream
Every year for the past few years anyway, the Intel Gamer Days promotion has celebrated what it means to be an enthusiastic and RGB-loving gamer with some excellent deals. But it's also a time when Intel's partners reveal some pretty crazy stuff, like Newegg's recently unveiled PC gaming arena, built at its headquarters in Diamond..