Gadgets

First Look: ‘Smart’ Solar Panel Charges Phones, Gadgets Fast

The Goal Zero Nomad 7 Plus has a modulation system to smooth power transfer to devices while providing valuable feedback for the user.

Written by Sean McCoy March 28, 2016

Centriphone: How To Make Your Own

The ‘Centriphone’ is a contraption that creates an unique new video style that could have applications across sporting disciplines. Here’s how it is made.

Written by Sean McCoy February 29, 2016

Powerful & Hands-Free: New ‘Strip’ Lighting

New style of lighting strip holds five powerful LEDs on a flexible rod of spring steel producing up to 800 lumens of night-piercing light.

Written by Sean McCoy January 26, 2016

‘Hoverboards’ Under Investigation By Product Safety Commission

Videos of the two-wheel toys known as ‘hoverboards’ catching fire and bucking off riders have flooded the Internet. Now the Consumer Products Safety Commission has…

Written by Sean McCoy January 25, 2016

‘Survival Wallet’ Holds Credit Cards, Blade, Tiny Gear

The Jackfish comes loaded with survival tools like a knife, waterproof match, and screwdrivers — and it can carry your credit cards, too.

Written by Sean McCoy January 22, 2016

Microsoft ‘Band 2’ Blends GPS With Smartwatch

In our review, the Microsoft Band 2 is an accurate, all-around fitness tracker (with smartwatch capabilities) looking to find its place in the crowded fitness…

Written by Kyle Nossaman January 21, 2016

The Lightsaber: An Ultimate Life Accessory

With ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ frenzy reaching new heights, we stepped back to look more objectively at uses for the film’s flagship weapon, the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 18, 2015

Use This Arrowhead Pendant To Hunt & Fish

You can use this multi-purpose jewelry to tighten a nut or hunt for dinner.

Written by Sean McCoy December 15, 2015

Apps & Gadgets For 2015-16 Snow Season

From realtime traffic tracking apps to ‘smart’ bindings, these tech apps and gadgets are perfect for a day on the slopes.

Written by Sean McCoy November 19, 2015

Caraband: The Wedding Ring That’s Also A ‘Biner

Ring avulsions suck. This band gives you a simple way to avoid them, plus it works like a carabiner for additional outdoors uses.

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2015

Promotion: Free SPOT Products, Thru End Of Year

Buy a plan, get a SPOT device for free. That is the premise behind a promotion today through the end of the year.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 02, 2015

How To: Use ‘Selfie Stick’ Without Looking Like Idiot

Ugh, the selfie stick is a symbol of our narcissistic society and bane of many. But not so fast… the often misused photo tool has…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 02, 2015

‘Magic Compass’ Is Crazy Simple Navigation For Urban Cyclists

The small Haize device works with your phone to display the direction and distance to your destination as you choose your own route — and…

Written by Sean McCoy November 02, 2015

Weekend Project: 10 DIY Bottle Openers

It’ll take a few metal-working tools, but these simple bottle openers made from everyday items can inspire some fun weekend creativity.

Written by Sean McCoy October 30, 2015

‘Nano Pop’ Is Tiny Titanium Bottle Opener

Use your keychain as leverage to open bottles.

Written by Sean McCoy September 18, 2015

Underwater ‘Headphones’ Stream Audio Thru Jaw

Good underwater headphones will help those swim workouts go by much faster.

Written by Chelsey Magness September 17, 2015

Clip-On Lens Expands Phone’s Camera Utility

The Olloclip is an add-on lens that can be clipped on to your smartphone to give your camera a little extra oomph.

Written by Eric Lemke August 21, 2015

Drone Vs. The Volcano

Get a bird’s eye view of the heart of a volcano.

Written by Sean McCoy July 30, 2015

Phone Designed To Unplug From Grid

Remember when telephones were simply telephones? The ‘Light Phone’ brings back those simpler times.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2015

Ortovox Recalls S1+ Avalanche Transceivers

The S1+ hardware can fail, resulting in no signal transmission during an emergency situation, even as the unit appears to be powered on and functioning…

Written by Sean McCoy June 02, 2015