Articles – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com Gadget news and reviews since 1997! Sun, 08 Oct 2023 17:23:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/cropped-wp-icon-gadgeteer-logo-32x32.jpg Articles – The Gadgeteer https://the-gadgeteer.com 32 32 I tried these 7 travel gadgets so you don’t have to! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/10/08/i-tried-these-7-travel-gadgets-so-you-dont-have-to/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/10/08/i-tried-these-7-travel-gadgets-so-you-dont-have-to/#respond Sun, 08 Oct 2023 17:23:04 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=407236 ARTICLE – The summer travel season has officially wrapped up and as a gadgeteer, I tried out a lot of travel gear.  I had trips to Ireland, London, Denmark, and Arizona and I’m here to give you the straight dope on which items will accompany me in the future and which will find a new …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/10/08/i-tried-these-7-travel-gadgets-so-you-dont-have-to/feed/ 0 It’s time to learn about Vosteed and their newest knife! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/08/10/its-time-to-learn-about-vosteed-and-their-newest-knife/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/08/10/its-time-to-learn-about-vosteed-and-their-newest-knife/#comments Thu, 10 Aug 2023 15:00:19 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=401974 ARTICLE – If you’re a regular here on The Gadgeteer, you’ve no doubt seen some of the reviews that we’ve posted of Vosteed knives. They’ve become so popular with my writers that 3 of them pretty much fight (not with knives…) over who gets to review the next one. This article will introduce Vosteed and …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/08/10/its-time-to-learn-about-vosteed-and-their-newest-knife/feed/ 6 xTool P2 vs Glowforge Pro; laser engravers compared and contrasted https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/25/xtool-p2-vs-glowforge-pro-laser-engravers-compared-and-contrasted/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/25/xtool-p2-vs-glowforge-pro-laser-engravers-compared-and-contrasted/#comments Tue, 25 Jul 2023 14:00:22 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=399241 ARTICLE – I recently reviewed the xTool P2 laser engraver. I’ve had it a little over a month and I’m still loving it. I wanted to compare and contrast the xTool P2 with the popular Glowforge Pro laser engraver. There are some things to keep in mind when comparing one machine to the other. The …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/25/xtool-p2-vs-glowforge-pro-laser-engravers-compared-and-contrasted/feed/ 1 Should we think twice about buying app powered gadgets? https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/23/should-we-think-twice-about-buying-app-powered-gadgets/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/23/should-we-think-twice-about-buying-app-powered-gadgets/#comments Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:20:49 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=399940 ARTICLE – Many gadgets are smart, meaning they automate something for us.  Oftentimes they provide features that could not be done manually.  Higher levels of functionality typically require an app to be installed on our phones, these apps in turn often communicate with external servers. But what happens when these servers are no longer available? …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/23/should-we-think-twice-about-buying-app-powered-gadgets/feed/ 8 I’m switching back to Android. Probably! Maybe. I’m thinking about it. Ok, not sure yet. https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/04/im-switching-back-to-android-probably-maybe-im-thinking-about-it-ok-not-sure-yet/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/04/im-switching-back-to-android-probably-maybe-im-thinking-about-it-ok-not-sure-yet/#comments Tue, 04 Jul 2023 21:21:07 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=397611 ARTICLE – Isn’t it funny how set in our ways we can become after using a certain platform for several years? I’m talking about computer platforms and more specifically mobile OS platforms. It took me 3 tries over a couple of years to switch from Windows to Mac OS and now that I’ve been using …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/07/04/im-switching-back-to-android-probably-maybe-im-thinking-about-it-ok-not-sure-yet/feed/ 18 I went a little crazy this morning! - Gadgeteer Podcast #17 nonadult BLUETTI’s guide for preparing for, handling, and recovering from wildfires https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/29/bluettis-guide-for-preparing-for-handling-and-recovering-from-wildfires/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/29/bluettis-guide-for-preparing-for-handling-and-recovering-from-wildfires/#respond Thu, 29 Jun 2023 17:10:41 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=397052 SPONSORED ARTICLE – Canada’s recent wildfires have already scorched about 10.6 million acres, serving as a wake-up call for heightened attention to wildfire preparedness. In recent years, the United States also has experienced record-breaking wildfire seasons, with an average of 22,946 wildfires per year between 2013 and 2022. In 2021 alone, the state of California …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/29/bluettis-guide-for-preparing-for-handling-and-recovering-from-wildfires/feed/ 0 Father’s Day gift guide (2023) – Gadgets and gear that Dad will LOVE! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/02/fathers-day-gift-guide-2023-gadgets-and-gear-that-dad-will-love/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/02/fathers-day-gift-guide-2023-gadgets-and-gear-that-dad-will-love/#respond Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:00:08 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=391751 ARTICLE – Father’s Day is quickly approaching, with just over 2 weeks left until Sunday, June 18th. Have you remembered to purchase a gift for your Dad? If you haven’t started shopping yet, don’t panic! There’s still plenty of time to find the perfect present, and we’re here to provide you with some gift ideas …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/02/fathers-day-gift-guide-2023-gadgets-and-gear-that-dad-will-love/feed/ 0 Mother’s Day 2023 gift guide https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/05/mothers-day-2023-gift-guide/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/05/mothers-day-2023-gift-guide/#respond Fri, 05 May 2023 19:00:44 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=390474 ARTICLE – Mother’s Day is swiftly approaching so it’s time to start thinking about how to show your mom just how much you appreciate her. In this gift guide, I’ve compiled a list of six unique and thoughtful gifts that are sure to make your mom’s day extra special and show your mom just how …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/05/05/mothers-day-2023-gift-guide/feed/ 0 25 yrs ago today, Apple discontinued the Newton. What devices do you miss? https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/27/25-yrs-ago-today-apple-discontinued-the-newton-what-devices-do-you-miss/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/27/25-yrs-ago-today-apple-discontinued-the-newton-what-devices-do-you-miss/#comments Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:16:22 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=383052 ARTICLE – Twenty-five years ago today on 2/27/1998, Steve Jobs ended the production of the Apple Newton. Did you own the original Newton aka MessagePad or one of the later models like the MP100, MP110, MP120, MP130, MP2000, MP2100, or eMate 300? I had a MessagePad 2000 long enough to post several Newton accessory reviews …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/27/25-yrs-ago-today-apple-discontinued-the-newton-what-devices-do-you-miss/feed/ 19 Valentine’s day gift ideas – give your sweetheart some gadgets to show your love! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/06/valentines-day-gift-ideas-give-your-sweetheart-some-gadgets-to-show-your-love/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/06/valentines-day-gift-ideas-give-your-sweetheart-some-gadgets-to-show-your-love/#respond Mon, 06 Feb 2023 16:24:40 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=380971 ARTICLE – Valentine’s day is just a week away. Are you still trying to figure out the perfect gift for your gadget-loving sweetie? If so, we have a few ideas that might help you out before it’s too late. No matter if you’re buying for your favorite guy or gal, there’s something here that they …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/02/06/valentines-day-gift-ideas-give-your-sweetheart-some-gadgets-to-show-your-love/feed/ 0 Plain text journaling – Trading in old tech for new? https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/plain-text-journaling-trading-in-old-tech-for-new/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/plain-text-journaling-trading-in-old-tech-for-new/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:00:44 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=379877 ARTICLE – In 2022 I changed away from years of using a paper journal/planner book. My word processor was fountain pens. I switched to plain text journaling and scheduling. All along I used the ‘aCalendar’ app on my phone, which automatically syncs to Google Calendar. But my paper journal/planner was my complete backup to aCalendar, …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/23/plain-text-journaling-trading-in-old-tech-for-new/feed/ 2 Reading and drawing comics on my iPad – Julie’s gadget diary https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/17/reading-and-drawing-comics-on-my-ipad-julies-gadget-diary/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/17/reading-and-drawing-comics-on-my-ipad-julies-gadget-diary/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2023 22:12:01 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=379410 ARTICLE – I’ve started reading comics again. But instead of buying them from a shop, I’m using the Hoopla app on my iPad Pro to check out digital copies from my library for free! Right now I’m reading two comic series. The first one is called Eight Million Genies by Charles Soule who has written …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2023/01/17/reading-and-drawing-comics-on-my-ipad-julies-gadget-diary/feed/ 1 Gadgeteer Podcast #12 Fun with comics! nonadult The Gadgeteer’s top 10 posts of 2022 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/31/the-gadgeteers-top-10-posts-of-2022/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/31/the-gadgeteers-top-10-posts-of-2022/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2022 15:13:47 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=377808 ARTICLE – It’s time to look back on the past 365 days to find out the top 10 articles that were posted here on The Gadgeteer that were the most popular when it comes to page views/traffic. Ready, set, let’s count down! 10. 5 must-have winter storm gadgets to survive the season plus 1 crazy …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/31/the-gadgeteers-top-10-posts-of-2022/feed/ 1 The year in review – Favorite gadgets of the Gadgeteer team for 2022 (part 3) https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/22/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-3/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/22/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-3/#respond Thu, 22 Dec 2022 16:39:49 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=377220 ARTICLE – It’s time to finish up this series of the Gadgeteer team’s favorite gadgets of 2022. This year’s favorites have turned out to be a nice range of products. We’ve seen some categories that show up a little more often than others like power stations, robot vacuums, but for the most part, it’s a …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/22/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-3/feed/ 0 The year in review – Favorite gadgets of the Gadgeteer team for 2022 (part 2) https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/21/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-2/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/21/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-2/#respond Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:00:30 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=377032 ARTICLE – Here we go with part two of the Gadgeteer team’s favorite gadgets of 2022. So far vacuums and chargers seem to be winning the favorite product category but we’ll have to see how it plays out after the rest of the series posts. Be sure to check out part 1  and part 2 …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/21/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-2/feed/ 0 The year in review – Favorite gadgets of the Gadgeteer team for 2022 (part 1) https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/20/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-1/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/20/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-1/#respond Tue, 20 Dec 2022 18:45:18 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=376933 ARTICLE – Each year around this time, I ask the Gadgeteer team to send me a list of their favorite products for the year. I told them that the products that they picked didn’t need to be restricted to only the items that they have reviewed on the Gadgeteer this year, but that they could …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/20/the-year-in-review-favorite-gadgets-of-the-gadgeteer-team-for-2022-part-1/feed/ 0 5 last minute unique multi-tools and EDC gift ideas plus 1 crazy idea! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/18/5-last-minute-unique-multi-tools-and-edc-gift-ideas-plus-1-crazy-idea/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/18/5-last-minute-unique-multi-tools-and-edc-gift-ideas-plus-1-crazy-idea/#comments Sun, 18 Dec 2022 20:21:05 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=376774 ARTICLE – We’re coming down to the wire of shopping time with Christmas in just one week. If you’re still struggling to finish your gift purchasing, I have a short list of ideas specifically for the people on your list who like unique multi-tools and other EDC gear. Ready, set, shop! 1. Leatherman Signal multi-tool …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/18/5-last-minute-unique-multi-tools-and-edc-gift-ideas-plus-1-crazy-idea/feed/ 1 5 must-have winter storm gadgets to survive the season plus 1 crazy gadget! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/16/5-must-have-winter-storm-gadgets-to-survive-the-season-plus-1-crazy-gadget/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/16/5-must-have-winter-storm-gadgets-to-survive-the-season-plus-1-crazy-gadget/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:15:57 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=376515 ARTICLE – Winter can be a tough time of year for many people, especially when severe storms hit. But with the right gadgets, you can make it through any storm. Back in the 70s when I was a kid, we had a blizzard in Southern Indiana and lost power for a couple of days. During …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/12/16/5-must-have-winter-storm-gadgets-to-survive-the-season-plus-1-crazy-gadget/feed/ 3 2022 Holiday gift guide hub – We help you find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/24/2022-holiday-gift-guide-hub-we-help-you-find-the-perfect-gifts-for-everyone-on-your-list/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/24/2022-holiday-gift-guide-hub-we-help-you-find-the-perfect-gifts-for-everyone-on-your-list/#respond Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:30:40 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=371504 ARTICLE – We’re here to help you with your holiday shopping list this season by providing you with a variety of categories and products so that you can find the perfect gifts for all the favorite people on your shopping list including yourself! The very best part is that you won’t have to drive around from …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/24/2022-holiday-gift-guide-hub-we-help-you-find-the-perfect-gifts-for-everyone-on-your-list/feed/ 0 2022 Holiday gift guides – Gift ideas for the gadget obsessed! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-the-gadget-obsessed/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-the-gadget-obsessed/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:23:25 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=374111 ARTICLE – If you’re here, you love gadgets so here is a selection of cool gifts that will make the gadget obsessed happy! LUMI KEYS keyboard If have someone on your gift list (or even yourself) who has always wanted to learn how to play the piano, this is the right gadget for you. LUMI …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-the-gadget-obsessed/feed/ 1 2022 Holiday gift guides – For home and family https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-for-home-and-family/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-for-home-and-family/#respond Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:00:48 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=374098 ARTICLE – Here is a selection of gift ideas that will make homeowners and their families happy. Schneider Electric Square D Wiser Energy Monitor What’s really the best gift for every Dad? One that will save him money! If your Dad has ever told you to turn off the lights or don’t touch the thermostat, …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/23/2022-holiday-gift-guides-for-home-and-family/feed/ 0 2022 Holiday gift guides – Gifts for health and fitness fanatics! https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-health-and-fitness-fanatics/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-health-and-fitness-fanatics/#respond Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:23:51 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=374002 ARTICLE – I’m sure you have at least one person on your gift buying list that is serious about their health and fitness. These gift ideas are for them! LesMills SMARTBAR weight set The SMARTBAR weight set from LesMills is an exciting new take on fitness equipment that makes it easier than ever to make …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-health-and-fitness-fanatics/feed/ 0 2022 Holiday gift guides – Gift ideas for photographers https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-photographers/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-photographers/#respond Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:00:55 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=373992 ARTICLE – Here are some gift ideas for the photographer on your shopping list! Datacolor Spyder Checkr Photo Need something a little different for the super particular photographer you know? The Datacolor Spyder Checkr Photo might just be a perfect choice! This color calibration tool does a lot more than the old white balance target …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/22/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gift-ideas-for-photographers/feed/ 0 2022 Holiday gift guides – Gifts for your favorite foodie https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/21/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-your-favorite-foodie/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/21/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-your-favorite-foodie/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:23:10 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=373926 ARTICLE – Here are our gift ideas for cooks, grillers, and foodies. Walker’s Shortbread Cookies A package of Walker’s shortbread cookies is sure to bring the holiday spirit and a smiling face to anyone who receives them. These are some of my all-time personal favorite cookies because they not only taste delicious but they are …

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]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/21/2022-holiday-gift-guides-gifts-for-your-favorite-foodie/feed/ 1 2022 Holiday gift guides – Gift ideas for travelers https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/21/2022-holiday-gift-guides-travel/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2022/11/21/2022-holiday-gift-guides-travel/#respond Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:03:19 +0000 https://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=373895 ARTICLE – Here are our gift ideas for the globe trotters or day trippers on your holiday gift giving list this year. Orvis backseat protector Like many pet parents, we like to take our pets with us when we go on road trips and adventures. Unfortunately, that also means our backseats end up accumulating a …

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