There are two things we can never get enough of in this world. Battery life and data bandwidth. OK, there are probably a few more, but let’s try and keep this simple shall we? In any event, most of us suffer from some kind of mobile Internet data cap on our phones, and exceeding it can become very expensive very quickly. Well here’s a way to try and avoid the cost.
Read MoreYearly Archives: 2014
Liftware – Reducing the anxiety of mealtime by reducing tremors
For many people, eating a meal is a time filled with challenges and insecurity. Tremors associated with Parkinson’s Disease and Essential Tremor can make seemingly simple tasks such as using silverware a complicated endeavor that takes the joy out of mealtime. Now, the tremor can be reduced in your eating utensils even if it can’t be reduced in your hands.
Read MoreRechargeable USB Travel Razor – Looking pro wherever you go
Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, and this particular little thing will make sure you always look your best when it comes to being clean-shaven.
Read MoreBlizzident – the most complicated toothbrush in the whole world
For a toothbrush that proudly proclaims it can clean all your teeth in just 6 seconds, this has to be one of the most complicated dental hygiene tools we’ve ever seen in our lives. If you think the 3D rendering of the contraption looks odd, just wait until you see a photo of the real thing.
Read MoreLenovo Thinkpad Tablet 2 – sleek 10 inch Windows 8 tablet does teh business [Review]
There are a lot of Android tablet computers on the market, not to mention iOS models, but so far the number of Windows powered products can almost be counted on the fingers of one hand. Which is strange when you remember that most enterprise sized organizations are still firmly wedded to the Windows platform.
Read MoreBicycle USB Power Charge Hub – the box you need to keep your gadgets happy on the road
There was a time when a bicycle was a bicycle, but not any more. Nowadays they can hold enough high tech to embarrass a time lord, especially when you’re using them for serious stuff like commuting to work every day. You need a phone charger if you’re using it as a sat nav, a computer for logging trips, and there’s lighting to consider and maybe other accessories like speakers which may need charging up at some point.
Read MoreAppsApk – freeware app market lets you download Android apk files without the Google Play hassles [Freeware]
There are times when you need to download and install an Android app quickly, without having to go through the hassle of signing in to a Google account. When? Well for instance if you’re trying out a different phone, you live in a country which doesn’t have full access to Play or you need to temporarily revert back to an old handset for testing or in an emergency.
Read MoreThePresent Annual Clock – track the year with style and watch time fly
There are all kinds of clocks being used these days, showing just how important time is to us, but this stylish new take on keeping track of time puts a brand-new perspective on things by losing the numbers and keeping track of the year instead of the hours.
Read MoreEarbud Earrings – Fashion + Technology = Catastrophe
Fashion and technology collide, resulting in something unique that benefits neither the fashion hounds nor the tech-geeks.
Read MoreGive It 100 – Giving self-improvement a social media boost
It’s the second day of 2014. How are those New Year resolutions going? Still hanging in there? If you’re already starting to doubt you can stick to your plans for the new year, now might be good time to bring in some friends to help provide support. Oh… and don’t look at a year-long commitment. Work it with baby-steps first and see what you can do for 100 days.
Read MoreWithings WS-50 Smart Body Analyzer – tracks your heart rate, body fat, and weight
There’s nothing more satisfying than jumping on the scales in the morning and seeing your weight go down, or up of course depending on what you’re aiming for. However, it would be even more pleasing if the scale could also monitor extra stuff about your health in general.
Read MoreBillboard Water Generator – Turning air into drinkable water
Some places in the world don’t get nearly enough water from Mother Nature to survive, and wells don’t offer much relief if they are stagnant or polluted. Too bad we can’t just take water from the air to give these people. Oh wait. We can.
Read MoreMusic Modem – The sweet old-school sounds of jumping on the Internet
Back in the old days, when people wanted to get on this new-fangled thing called the World Wide Web, you had to treat yourself – and those around you – to the sweet melodies of the modem, which sounded vaguely like dragging nails across a chalkboard. Now those iconic eye-watering noises can be used to create music.
Read MoreEngineering Blueprint Placemat Set – You just think you know how to assemble these desserts
Do you get into arguments about whether the peanut butter or the jelly goes on the bread first? If you actually don’t have anything more important to fuss over, it might help to have a few blueprints around to show that your way is the right way… and it’s convenient that the blueprints are also placemats, so you have a place to eat what you just built.
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