Review: Energi Sliding Power Case by Tylt
Battery cases are a necessary evil for some users, and there are a lot to choose from. Why does this one case stand out?
Continue ReadingBattery cases are a necessary evil for some users, and there are a lot to choose from. Why does this one case stand out?
Continue ReadingOne of the cooler tricks that some higher end wireless portable speakers are able to pull off is pairing two units for stereo sound. I’ve tried out this feature with speakers like the Vers 1Q and various Sonos products and it’s great—having a pair of wireless speakers for true stereo separation adds a lot to the listening experience compared to a single speaker. However, it’s also expensive.
Continue ReadingHow one more gadget has helped me achieve less screen time.
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Continue ReadingIf you’re anything like me, you use your smartphone or tablet so much while you’re out and about that you are always on the verge of draining your battery. I’ve been looking around for a great, portable power source, and I’ve found a winner with EasyAcc’s iChoc 5000 Dual Port Power Bank.
Continue ReadingSay it with me folks: Keys. Wallet. Smartphone.
Continue ReadingReview of the Duet charging stand for Apple Watch and iPhone recently launched on Kickstarter.
Continue ReadingRecently I’ve begun using Popmoney, a P2P payment service, to further eliminate my reliance on cash.
Continue ReadingIt seems as though I’ve been trying out various M-Edge tablet and smartphone accessories for years now. In fact, it’s been five years. And I still have most of those accessories, a testament to good design and quality construction. This time M-Edge sent a trio of new universal tablet cases: The Sneak, Folio Plus Pro Keyboard, and Stealth Power.
Continue ReadingWith the help of GeekDad’s newest sponsor, the Popmoney personal payment service, I’ll be spending the next few weeks exploring the services and ideas that I use to make sure my money winds up exactly where it should be.
Continue ReadingFans of Edgar Allan Poe will enjoy the ‘iPoe Collection 3,’ the latest book-app by iClassics Productions, S.L.
Continue Reading‘Hearthstone’ is now available for iPhone 4S and newer iOS phones. Check out our quick look and get playing.
Continue ReadingI recently had the great fortune to meet Bill Ratner, the voice of Flint, before a screening of ‘Transformers: The Movie’ and ‘G.I. Joe: The Movie’ and sit down with him over a beer to discuss voice acting and his book, ‘Parenting for the Digital Age: The Truth Behind Media’s Effect on Children and What to Do About It.’
Continue ReadingWe’ve been tracking with the new “Toys to Life” game Sick Bricks, but this week we had a close look at all the characters available and how the kids reacted to them. So far it’s looking good.
Continue ReadingNomad Goods has some simple and minimalist solutions for keeping all your mobile devices charged and ready to go. We take a look them for a test drive and tell you how they perform.
Continue ReadingOn launch day, iPhone 6 cases were a little tough to find, especially third party ones. Six months after release, things are hopping now, though. The latest case I received for review is one that should appeal to owners who love the look of the thin, aluminum body iPhone 6.
Continue ReadingYou know who I’m talking about even if I’m not specifically talking about you. This is the person that comes into a meeting at work and plops down a stack of smartphones on the conference room table. I have recently joined the two smartphone club, and because I see so many others like me struggling to do this dance properly I thought it was time to help make things a little easier.
Continue ReadingEndless Alphabet and Endless Numbers are well-crafted, entertaining educational apps designed to familiarize young children with letters and numbers. Read on for why they’re well worth the price tag.
Continue ReadingThe Koostik Pivot is a fun, simple woodworking kit that produces a stylish desk toy that is also a working iPhone amplifier.
Continue ReadingAfter a slow start, protective cases and bumpers for the iPhone 6 are becoming a lot easier to find.
Continue ReadingThe bane of my existence is my kids’ constant battle over chargers for their portable devices. When we travel, the hassle is magnified, with fewer outlets and the need to lug around a bag of chargers. What’s the solution?
Continue ReadingThe new Seek thermal camera attaches to your smartphone and reveals an array of practical uses.
Continue ReadingUse this new iOS app to create stunning wall collages from your photos.
Continue ReadingKeep your tablet or phone charged up with these battery options for boosting power on the go.
Continue ReadingMyCharge Talk & Charge battery packs simplify phone charging by making it easy to charge your device and use it at the same time.
Continue ReadingAs the mother of two kids in a very tech-connected geek household, apps are often on our minds. Which is why I’m so excited to share Tiny Hands Apps, our sponsor, with you. Our daughter, the youngest, is only two. And while she’s fascinated with the iPad and certainly wants to use it like her […]
Continue ReadingA new Kickstarter called Emberlight brings smart functionality as close as the nearest light bulb.
Continue ReadingIndispensable. That’s how I describe my iPhone. It’s easily as important to me as my keys and wallet, so I always endeavor to treat it well – to pamper it even. Because of this, I tend to go through a lot of accessories, always looking for something that performs slightly better or adds additional value to an already stellar user experience. Two recent finds, the Moshi SenseCover and Boom’s Bluetooth Urchin, have managed to do just that.
Continue ReadingTake an arduous journey around the world, racing the clock and avoiding trouble!
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