May 2018 – Page 24

The Lowepro ProTactic 450 AW Camera Backpack may just be the right fit for your gear

Continuing on my search for the perfect backpack for my photography gear, I have been looking at the Lowepro ProTactic 450 AW Camera Backpack. This backpack can hold 1 to 2 DSLR camera bodies, a large lens like a 70-200mm attached, up to a 15-inch laptop, an additional 8 lenses, a tripod on the exterior of the bag, and other accessories. A modular accessory set made up of a water bottle pouch, two cinch straps, a tripod cup, and an accessory case are included.

The internal organization consists of MaxFit System dividers that allow the bag to be configured to accept the maximum amount of gear. There is also a “CradleFit” laptop pocket to properly hold and protect your laptop.
On the exterior, there are several accessory pockets, and it is built with the ActivZone harness to adequate provide ventilation, support and comfort. An all weather AW cover is also included to further protect the backpack and its contents from external elements.

The versatility of this backpack also allows it to be used to store and carry the DJI Mavic Pro drone.

The Lowepro ProTactic 450 AW Camera Backpack can be purchased from Amazon or B&H Photo Video for $199.95.

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Tagged: Backpack, Camera gear

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The Burger Master is here to make your summer BBQ easier

We’ve all been there before. You’re having a BBQ for friends or family which usually means making lots and lots of burgers. Making all of those patties takes time and can be pretty messy. The Burger Master by Shape + Store can help you with that.

More burgers faster

Burger Master is essentially a burger press that allows you to make up to eight uniform quarter pound patties at the same time. Just fill the tray with meat (2lbs of ground meat) and press the top. No fuss and less muss.

The best part is it also acts as a freezer storage container. Now you can make those patties ahead of time or freeze leftover patties for later. And Burger Master isn’t just for burgers. It can also be used for freezing individual portions of chili, soups, pasta sauce, cookie dough, and more. It can also be used as a cooler pack when filled with frozen liquids.

The Burger Master is made of non-toxic plastic with separate compartments that help prevent freezer burn and keeps patties from sticking together. And it stacks in the freezer for easy storage.

Dishwasher safe so clean-up is easy.

The Shape + Store Burger Master sells for $24.99 and is available on Amazon.

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Tagged: Cooking, Grilling, Home and Kitchen

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Gunnar Work-Play Infinite eyewear review

For years I’ve been an IT guy and now recently am doing web development, so the time I sit at a computer has increased tremendously. My eyes never seem to get a break from a bright computer monitor or mobile phone now that we’re in an always-online world. GUNNAR Optiks has introduced a new set of glasses that protect eyes from digital screens as well as transition to sunglasses for outdoor protection. Let’s check out how these worked for me!

What is it?

The GUNNAR Work-Play Infinite lens, designed by Publish, is a dual-purpose lifestyle lens designed for indoor blue light protection from digital screens which then transitions to a sunglass for outdoor protection from UV light and the sun’s rays.

Hardware specs

Steel eyeglass frames with adjustable nose pads
lens width: 2.04 in
nose: 0.86 in
frame width: 5.9 in
temple: 5.7 in
weight: 0.88 oz
Blue-Light Protection Factor (BPF) of 65 indoors and 90 outdoors

What’s in the box?

GUNNAR Work-Play Infinite eyeglasses
warranty and user guide

Design and features

The GUNNAR Work-Play glasses I received are the “Infinite” style, which are made of a gold painted steel, round frame, and nosepads. They are very trendy and super comfortable. If you’re familiar with GUNNAR computer eyewear, the tint of the frame is yellow so as to remove any blue light from a computer or mobile device screen. As mentioned early, the special feature of the Work-Play lens is that they transition to sunglasses in about 45 seconds when going outdoors.

Performance

These GUNNAR Work-Play glasses were very comfortable to wear at work all day. My co-workers complimented me on the style, and I got used to the yellow tint of the lens after twenty minutes or so. At lunch, I wore them outside and did see them darken in about a minute, but I wish they were as dark as my normal sunglasses.

What I like

Sturdy but lightweight
Stylish
Fit very well all around
No pulling on the sides of my hair or digging into my nose

What needs to be improved

I wish the lens tint was a bit darker for the bright sun we’ve been having lately. They aren’t dark as regular sunglasses

Final thoughts

In my opinion, the GUNNAR Work-Play glasses are a worthy investment for your eyes if you sit at a computer screen all day long. My eyes felt pretty comfortable at the end of the day, and I didn’t get tired of wearing them any more than my normal glasses. The fact that they transition for the sun outdoors is pretty nifty, but they just need to be slightly darker to be practical.

Price: $99.99
Where to buy: The GUNNAR Work-Play Infinite can be purchased on their site in gold, onyx, and plan or with a prescription.
Source: The sample of this product was provided by GUNNAR Optiks.

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Tagged: Glasses, Sunglasses

Gunnar Work-Play Infinite eyewear review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on May 11, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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The goTenna Mesh Devices – communicate when it counts the most!

When life decides to “throw too many lemons” our way, if you are like me, you like to go “off the grid” maybe hiking or sightseeing, and get away from the stress and the chaos of the day. It is even nicer when you can do so and just spend some time with folks within your core group of confidants. Going “off the grid”, being away from all technology, and going back to basics can be very appealing, but in the “wilderness”, with rough terrain and many other unknown dangers, communication is a must. The problem here is that in many remote areas, cell phone service is just not available, which in the case of an emergency, can make situations even more complicated and life-threatening. In addition, there are times when adventurous groups decide to split up to explore different terrain, and usually without any way for them to communicate with each other.

The goTenna Mesh devices allow anyone to create an “off the grid” mobile mesh network that offers long-range communication, and a 24-hour battery life to ensure a longer time to communicate. They are able to create a one-on-one network, or a group network, or publicly broadcast to all nearby users. With the free goTenna app that is available for IOS and Android, you can view detailed maps offline for almost any region in the world. Once you pair the goTenna mesh to your cell phone, you can automatically send text messages and GPS locations between devices without the need for any additional equipment or service.

If you are planning your next “off the grid” trip or you want to take a better look at the goTenna mesh device, head over to Amazon and check it out. You can also purchase it there for $178.99 for a pair.

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Tagged: Network

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Wear your AirPods around your neck when they aren’t in your ears

Apple’s AirPods are small and easy to lose when they aren’t in your ears or stored safely in their charging case. Where do you put them when you’ve taken them out of your ears, but you aren’t ready to pack them away just yet? With the VIMVIP silicone strap, you can wear them safely around your neck until you’re ready to use them again.

The VIMVIP strap is made of skin-friendly silicone. Inside the strap, a high-tensile wire adds strength, so you don’t need to worry that the strap will break. The strap ends with two sleeves to hold the AirPod stems. When you drop the AirPods out of your ears, magnets inside the sleeves close the strap around your neck like a necklace, so you don’t have to worry that the strap and AirPods will slip off your neck as you move around.

The VIMVIP AirPods strap is available in white ($10.99) or green ($9.99) at Amazon.

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