https://the-gadgeteer.com Gadget news and reviews since 1997! Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:02:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/cropped-cropped-wp-icon-gadgeteer-logo-32x32.jpg https://the-gadgeteer.com 32 32 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/25/hercules-wae-outdoor-04plus-fm-bluetooth-speaker-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/25/hercules-wae-outdoor-04plus-fm-bluetooth-speaker-review/#comments Tue, 25 Apr 2017 11:05:45 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=216671 It’s that time of year again; the days are longer, nights are warmer, and the nature is calling. Like many of you, I enjoy spending time outside as Summer approaches. For me, a beautiful day outdoors isn’t complete without something playing in the background. Almost a year ago I reviewed the Hercules WAE Outdoor Rush Bluetooth […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/25/hercules-wae-outdoor-04plus-fm-bluetooth-speaker-review/feed/ 2 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/15/rock-jaw-resonate-hybrid-earphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/15/rock-jaw-resonate-hybrid-earphones-review/#respond Sat, 15 Apr 2017 12:38:19 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=216346 The Resonate earphones are the third pair I’ve reviewed from the UK based Rock Jaw audio company. For the last few years, Rock Jaw has made quite good, yet inexpensive earphones almost anyone can afford. The Genus and Clarito earphones have veered towards a warmer, more forgiving sound anyone but extreme bass heads could really […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/15/rock-jaw-resonate-hybrid-earphones-review/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/06/kdc-laser-beam-pro-c200-projector-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/06/kdc-laser-beam-pro-c200-projector-review/#comments Thu, 06 Apr 2017 11:00:50 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215769 Introduced at the 2017 Consumer Electronic Show in Las Vegas, Korean company Cremotech’s flagship Pico projector, the Laser Beam Pro C200 earned an Honoree Innovation Award. The C200 touts 780P resolution, a quad-core Android-based operating system, Bluetooth, and WiFi. I purchased one of these units as a portable alternative to my bulkier projector. The C200 […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/06/kdc-laser-beam-pro-c200-projector-review/feed/ 9 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/cut-the-cord-ditch-the-dish-and-take-back-control-of-your-tv-new-from-leanpub/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/cut-the-cord-ditch-the-dish-and-take-back-control-of-your-tv-new-from-leanpub/#respond Wed, 05 Apr 2017 15:00:06 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215740 Keeping up with your favorite TV series can get expensive when you are tied to providers like cable and satellite companies. The only option in my area is DirecTV or Dish. I’ve been with DirecTV for over 20 years and am happy with their service and content, but not the monthly bill. Ouch! A few […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/cut-the-cord-ditch-the-dish-and-take-back-control-of-your-tv-new-from-leanpub/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/urbanears-rolls-out-new-line-of-connected-wireless-speakers/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/urbanears-rolls-out-new-line-of-connected-wireless-speakers/#comments Wed, 05 Apr 2017 13:48:43 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215735 Swedish company Urbanears, who are known for their colorful headphones and earphones, have just launched a new line of equally colorful Connected Speakers. The speakers are available in six colors and two sizes that have been named Baggen and Stammen. Baggen is the larger speaker and Stammen is the smaller one. Both models feature multiple […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/05/urbanears-rolls-out-new-line-of-connected-wireless-speakers/feed/ 1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/03/blue-ella-and-sadie-headphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/03/blue-ella-and-sadie-headphones-review/#respond Mon, 03 Apr 2017 12:00:13 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215362 When I reviewed Blue’s original Mo-Fi headphones in 2015, I compared its unique headband system to my wife”s over-engineered door hinge on her 1997 Lexus SC300. Fast forward two years—Blue has kept the still unusual headband design with its hinge, yet has improved on the Mo-Fi with the new Sadie headphone and vastly improved on […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/03/blue-ella-and-sadie-headphones-review/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/02/lenovo-smart-assistant-releases-this-may-with-integrated-amazon-alexa/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/02/lenovo-smart-assistant-releases-this-may-with-integrated-amazon-alexa/#comments Sun, 02 Apr 2017 18:35:08 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215266 The Amazon Echo costs $179.99.  Would you like the same functionality (and then some), but save $50?  Of course!  Introducing the Lenovo Smart Assistant, featuring Amazon Alexa.  This will be released by Lenovo in May 2017, at a cost of $129.99.  Don’t want a giant black tower in the middle of your room?  The Lenovo […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/04/02/lenovo-smart-assistant-releases-this-may-with-integrated-amazon-alexa/feed/ 3 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/30/treblab-x11-wireless-bluetooth-earbuds-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/30/treblab-x11-wireless-bluetooth-earbuds-review/#comments Thu, 30 Mar 2017 12:00:30 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214990 I’m a firm believer in futurism, the coming-true of farfetched science fiction concepts. One of the seemingly impossible devices I remember reading about was featured in Ray Bradbury’s dystopian novel Fahrenheit 451. The main character’s wife would lie awake at night listening to the “beetles” in her ear — tiny radio earbuds — chittering away deep […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/30/treblab-x11-wireless-bluetooth-earbuds-review/feed/ 4 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/29/creative-gets-creative-with-gaming-speakers/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/29/creative-gets-creative-with-gaming-speakers/#respond Wed, 29 Mar 2017 12:53:35 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=215052 Creative is known mainly for SoundBlaster sound cards and speakers. I’ve reviewed their wonderful Roar wireless speaker series. Creative’s newest speaker is the BlasterX Kratos S5 is a 2.1 gaming speaker system with Aurora Reactive lighting system. It comes with powerful 4” satellite drivers and a 6.5” subwoofer in wooden enclosures, delivering clear highs, detailed […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/29/creative-gets-creative-with-gaming-speakers/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/28/rowkin-pulse-wireless-bluetooth-headphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/28/rowkin-pulse-wireless-bluetooth-headphones-review/#respond Tue, 28 Mar 2017 11:36:46 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214564 Seems like just yesterday the world was introduced to wireless headphones, now they’re everywhere. So many models and price points to choose from it can literally make ones head spin. So what makes a good pair of wireless headphones? Well, that can vary from person to person. For me its a few things. Style, comfort, […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/28/rowkin-pulse-wireless-bluetooth-headphones-review/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/noontec-hammo-tv-headphones-and-listening-station-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/noontec-hammo-tv-headphones-and-listening-station-review/#comments Fri, 24 Mar 2017 19:54:23 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214641 (Updated 30 March 2017 to reflect ability of Hammo TV to connect to two headsets at once.) There are times you want to watch TV, not the computer, and those in the general vicinity don’t really want to hear the sound. (This is known as an opportunity for innovation, or the start of an argument, […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/noontec-hammo-tv-headphones-and-listening-station-review/feed/ 1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/startech-usb-c-video-adapters-with-presentation-mode-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/startech-usb-c-video-adapters-with-presentation-mode-review/#respond Fri, 24 Mar 2017 12:02:33 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214164 As a frequent business meeting presenter, I have a variety of device-to-display adapters in my travel bag.  And this collection continues to evolve over time when newer technology such as USB-C video output becomes more prevalent.  Keeping up with this trend, StarTech offers a line of USB-C video adapters and provided VGA and HDMI versions to […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/24/startech-usb-c-video-adapters-with-presentation-mode-review/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/23/mpow-bluetooth-over-the-ear-bluetooth-headphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/23/mpow-bluetooth-over-the-ear-bluetooth-headphones-review/#comments Thu, 23 Mar 2017 11:08:06 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214095 These Mpow Bluetooth headphones are a decent, moderately priced option for people who prefer traditional over-the-ear headphones versus earbuds. They are stylish, portable and offer the choice of a wired connection as well as Bluetooth. In the box: Mpow Bluetooth Headset 3.5mm Audio Cable USB Charging Cable Packing Bag User Manual Specifications: Bluetooth Version: 4.0 Range: […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/23/mpow-bluetooth-over-the-ear-bluetooth-headphones-review/feed/ 4 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/21/ecoxgear-ecoboulder-bluetooth-speaker-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/21/ecoxgear-ecoboulder-bluetooth-speaker-review/#comments Tue, 21 Mar 2017 12:00:57 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=214461 Grace Digital must have adopted the slogan, “Go big or go home,” because the EcoBoulder Waterproof Bluetooth speaker from their ECOXGEAR speaker line is, well—B.I.G. This thing is huge—and heavy. The EcoBoulder comes with a retractable handle and wheels. From a distance, it could easily be mistaken for a small travel suitcase. It also doubles […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/21/ecoxgear-ecoboulder-bluetooth-speaker-review/feed/ 8 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/15/ifrogz-impulse-wireless-headphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/15/ifrogz-impulse-wireless-headphones-review/#respond Wed, 15 Mar 2017 12:30:48 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=213978 We all need to listen to things on our devices from time to time without the distraction of other noises, or without causing interruption to those around us. Earbuds are the quick-and-dirty solution, but if you’re watching a movie, or sitting down for a good long study/work session, you’re going to want something a little […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/15/ifrogz-impulse-wireless-headphones-review/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/08/pyles-new-turntable-goes-bluetooth-and-vertical/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/08/pyles-new-turntable-goes-bluetooth-and-vertical/#comments Wed, 08 Mar 2017 14:00:22 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=213642 I don’t think I have any vinyl records in my home anymore, but if I did, I’d want Pyle USA’s newest Bluetooth Vertical Turntable. It has a vintage style that has been paired with modern tech features like Bluetooth for wireless streaming and a cool vertical stand.   This belt driven turntable has a ceramic […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/08/pyles-new-turntable-goes-bluetooth-and-vertical/feed/ 2 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/04/jabees-beatbox-mini-tws-bluetooth-speakers-look-like-a-great-add-on-for-the-amazon-echo-dot/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/04/jabees-beatbox-mini-tws-bluetooth-speakers-look-like-a-great-add-on-for-the-amazon-echo-dot/#respond Sat, 04 Mar 2017 21:00:32 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=213424 The Amazon Echo Dot has an internal speaker that can be used to listen to your favorite music, but the Echo Dot’s built-in speaker isn’t powerful enough to fill a large room with music. Connecting a pair of Jabee’s beatBOX MINI TWS speakers can help fill the room with stereo sound. That’s right, the Jabee’s […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/03/04/jabees-beatbox-mini-tws-bluetooth-speakers-look-like-a-great-add-on-for-the-amazon-echo-dot/feed/ 0 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/23/brightech-doubleplay-hd-bluetooth-4-0-transmitter-splitter-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/23/brightech-doubleplay-hd-bluetooth-4-0-transmitter-splitter-review/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2017 13:25:38 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=212698 This is the Brightech – DoublePlay HD Bluetooth 4.0 Transmitter / Splitter. This little wonder lets you pair two wireless headphones to it, enabling both people to watch TV as long as they want, and as loud as they want, without disturbing anyone else in the house.  The Brightech BPX2 has A2DP technology, and CSR […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/23/brightech-doubleplay-hd-bluetooth-4-0-transmitter-splitter-review/feed/ 1 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/21/senso-activbuds-s-250-waterproof-bluetooth-headphones-review/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/21/senso-activbuds-s-250-waterproof-bluetooth-headphones-review/#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2017 16:41:23 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=212702 I’ve owned many sets of headphones in my day: Over-the-Ear, On-Ear, Earbuds, Earhook, you name it. But I am a huge fan of the Senso ActivBuds S-250 waterproof Bluetooth headphones. They’re my go-to set for when I’m on the run. Why is that? They’re waterproof (IPX-7 rating), noise-canceling, Bluetooth 4.1, HD stereo earbuds with very […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/21/senso-activbuds-s-250-waterproof-bluetooth-headphones-review/feed/ 19 https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/17/low-tech-solution-to-finding-the-right-size-tv-for-your-space/ https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/17/low-tech-solution-to-finding-the-right-size-tv-for-your-space/#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2017 11:51:30 +0000 http://the-gadgeteer.com/?p=212551 Figuring out the right size TV to mount on a wall or fit in your entertainment cabinet just got a little easier than holding a tape measure at a diagonal line when you use the TV Sizer. What is it? The TV Sizer is a very low tech solution to a high tech problem. Just […]]]> https://the-gadgeteer.com/2017/02/17/low-tech-solution-to-finding-the-right-size-tv-for-your-space/feed/ 2