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When one of our readers asked that we review a pair of Gunnar Optiks revolutionary computer glasses, my first question was “What are computer glasses?” Once I had researched a bit, I was slightly taken aback at the idea that I, with my 20/20 vision, would ever need a pair of these “computer glasses” that…
iOS 7 is finally here. Called ‘the biggest overhaul of iOS since the launch of the iPhone’, iOS 7 has been made available for the iPhone 4 and better, iPad 2 and iPad 2 mini and better, and the 5th generation iPod touch. iOS 7: The First 24 Hours iOS 7 is the first version…
Readers of my reviews know my opinion already: mechanical is king. Nothing is worse (to me!) than squishy, soft membrane keys that leave me wondering if I am actually striking them or not. That said, in an office full of geeks who all know the value of a mechanical keyboard, not only can it tend…
Scuf Gaming has just come out with a new version of their Scuf Hybrid Xbox 360 controller. It promises to give you unparalleled reaction time as you rock through your favorite video games. So, can how does the Scuf Hybrid stack up when it comes to actual use in gaming? Pretty well actually, at least…
Ah, Tritton. Although not as well known as other gaming headset companies, Tritton (sister company of gaming-giant MadCatz) has always been a personal favorite of mine. Of course, that means I get all school-girl giddy when I know that I have a shiny new Tritton headset to review. Officially announced at E3, the Tritton Kunai…
Every now and then, I stumble upon a simple gadget and wonder why someone didn’t come up with it sooner. This week, I had the chance to review a ‘Klingg’; an ingenious device advertised as a “wearable magnetic earphone cord holder”. Features In an effort to test out all of the advertised features of the…
I just bought a DeLorean. For $34.99. LEGO DeLorean -Review Finally available from Lego is Doc Brown’s 1985 DeLorean. Straight out of the Back to the Future films, this mini time machine is approximately 400 pieces – sans plutonium. After securing my very own DeLorean, I brought it home, went directly to my kitchen table,…
Okay, so I will say that I am a sucker for fitness/weight-loss related gadgets. I love apps like MapMyRun, Learn To Run, and Workout Trainer. So when I heard about Fitbit, a fitness gadget with various bells and whistles, I knew I had to give it a whirl. Fitbit Review So what is the Fitbit?…
If you’re reading this review, then chances are you’ve heard of The Guild. The show premiered on Youtube in July of 2007, and has seen nothing but rising success since its release. Exclusively a free- to-view web series, The Guild focuses on the lives of all the member of ‘The Knights of Good’, a guild…
Whether you love PC or console gaming, most gamers will agree that your game improves when you are comfortable while playing. It also doesn’t hurt to have speakers, cup holders and a headrest. Our friends over at Comfort Research were nice enough to let us review their Zeus Echo Gaming Chair in all of its…
The Cookoo Watch – A Smart Way to Stay Connected The return of the wristwatch is at hand! At least, that’s what Cookoo wants us to believe with its new gadget designed for Bluetooth Smart Ready-enabled devices. And after playing with their “Connected Watch” for the last few days, I’m inclined to agree! A New…
As someone who tries to limit waste and excess paper usage, I feel like I fail on a daily basis. Between my job, my home, and my kids, we use a LOT of paper. I never really came up with a solid solution to replace paper, aside from simply using less. Whiteboards are nice, but…
Entertainment Earth’s Back To The Future II Delorean Vehicle Entertainment Earth’s Back To The Future II Delorean Vehicle is a 1:15th scale model of Doc’s beloved time-traveling car. Enterntainment Earth describes the model like this: The toy you always wanted is finally here. Based on the 1989 Back to the Future II movie, this is…
I’ve never been an iOS fan. The lack of customization and that claustrophobic feeling on Apple’s platform has always had me in favor of Android. At the same time, I have never liked the idea of listening to music on a phone. It simply doesn’t appeal to me. For music, I’ll always need a dedicated…
If you prefer RTS or MOBA over RPG or MMO gaming, then you already know how ‘mouse-heavy’ games like StarCraft, Age of Empires, League of Legends and Medieval II can be in comparison to games like World of Warcraft. Having a mouse that can stand up to the challenge and take a beating is important,…