Running out of battery on your smartphone or tablet when you’re out and about bites. Having to do a long commute or navigate a strange place without the help of technology isn’t impossible but it is better when you’ve got a little help. Keep your devices alive with the Switch Solar Bag, the bag that charges your devices.
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AXIS Gear – get app control over your blinds
A home with shades that open and close on their own is some science fiction future action and the future is now! Check out AXIS Gear, the smart blind adapter that lets you control your windows with an app.
Read MoreHempWood – move over trees, there’s a new material in town
The logging industry has been one that has been under some scrutiny for a long time but we need wood for all kinds of things in our lives. There’s a substitute on the horizon though. HempWood is the sustainable option for all your wood needs.
Read MoreCaligraphr – make a font from your handwriting
There are a million and a half fonts out in the world today. There are all kinds of fonts. Font’s for EVERYTHING. Some are obviously just art projects, others you see everyday. Now you can make your own font to use in whatever you want with Calligraphr, the site that changes your handwriting into a font.
Read MoreBamboo Travel Coffee Mug – reuse this to reduce your morning coffee trash
Nothing starts your day off right like a hot beverage. If you don’t have time to sit and enjoy said beverage, you’re going to need something to carry it in. Ditch the plastic cups and check out this Bamboo Travel Coffee Mug. It will keep your drink warmed up and ready to go.
Read MoreAirFort – make a cool room in your living room
It’s hot out there and turning on your AC is probably your first instinct. But your AC is a hungry energy mistress and it’s best to save it as much as you can. For the planet and your electric bill. Get a cool room with just a fan when you use the AirFort, the cool igloo for your living room.
Read MoreBinge Watching Concerns – our favorite pastime isn’t great for the planet
Binge watching is how most of us watch TV these days. It’s the best way! But it has one big drawback. You guessed it, it causes a ton of emissions but not from the people watching directly. The data centers that the shows are housed in.
Read MoreRaspberry Pi 4 Model B – need a new computer? Try this little cutie
Wish your home computer was just a bit more on the small side? Same capabilities but, just, you know, smaller. Well good news, the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B is here and it really wants to be your new computer.
Read MoreBluetooth LED Name Tag – the billboard for your shirt
Need a name tag? Forget that silly sticker at your next conference event. Let people know your name in style with the Bluetooth LED Name Tag, the name tag that’s like a billboard for your shirt.
Read MoreIcebreaker – a new take on the ice cube tray
Ice is awesome. That opinion may be influenced by the fact that it’s really hot outside (and if you’re confused about why, then I suggest reading some of the other pieces we’ve posted in the last few months). Anyway, get fancy with your ice with the Icebreaker, the pepper grinder for ice.
Read MorePlaydate – the hand crank video game system
Video games are great. Almost everyone plays them, yes, even that silly app you spend a few minutes during your commute on matching candy or jewels or whatever counts. Everyone plays them. Anyway, if you’re looking for something strange and new in gaming, check out Playdate.
Read MoreLittle Box – a sweet little A/B box
Wireless connections can be a godsend. It’s awesome when you can just stream your music to a speaker from your phone or whatever. Just so great. But it can be annoying too. If you want the freedom of wireless with the convenience of wired, Little Box is the solution.
Read MoreBraava Jet 240 – let a robot mop your floor
Household chores, for the birds! Free up your time and buy a robot. We’re not quite on the Jetsons level of automated homes but that doesn’t mean you have to mop your own floor. The Braava Jet 240 will get it cleaned up for you just as well.
Read MoreAmbient Scifi Sleep Sounds Playlist – rest in the belly of a starship
You know what’s good for stress? Ambient sounds. You know what’s good for you geek heart? Science fiction ambient sounds so you can relax and imagine you’re in space enjoying life inside your film franchise. You can do that with the Ambient Scifi Sleep Sounds Playlist.
Read MoreFocusmate – mobile coworking to get your productivity up
Working from home is awesome but it can also be distracting. All of your stuff is there and Netflix is always ready to go. If you need to get something done but you need a bit of accountability, check out Focusmate, the service that turns your home into a coworking space.
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