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Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds with Power Bank review

As the “perfect earbud” search goes on, I got another opportunity to test and review a contender. Here we go:

What is it

The Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds with Power Bank, are a pair of very small earbuds with a charging case and a built-in battery, and a removable power bank that can charge devices with micro USB, micro USB-C or Lightning jacks.

What’s in the box

1 x Pair of Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds with Power Bank and charging case
3 x Pair for EarGels
1 x Micro USB Cable
1 x Micro USB-C Male Adapter
1 x Lightning Male Adapter
1 x Instruction Booklet

Design and features

The Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds with Power Bank consists of a base unit that is a USB power pack, and it plugs into a charging base for the wireless earbuds. When the 2 halves are connected, the entire case measures approximately, 3 inches x 2 inches x 3/4 inch. These measurements include the top cap that covers the earbuds when they are placed in their charging case.

The base unit which is the USB power pack/charger has a micro USB connector that plugs into the charging case. This is illustrated by the pictures both above and below. The earbuds then sit in the charging case to be stored and recharged. In addition to the micro USB connector on the base unit, there is also an LED indicator that shows the charge level of the power pack, and female micro USB jack that is used to charge the base/power pack.

As illustrated below, on the front of the case on the base unit, there is a button that when depressed shows the charge level as indicated above by the blue LEDs. The back of the unit has the following imprinted information:

Model: X2-TWS
Input: 5V/1A
Output: 5V/1A
Capacity of earphone: 45mah
Capacity of charging base: 1600mah

Two additional adapters are also included with these earbuds. They plug into the male micro USB connector of the base power pack and allow you to plug in and charge any device with a micro USB-C port or a lightning port.

The picture below on the left shows a micro USB cable plugged into the base power pack to charge it.

Performance

The Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds perform well in a few categories. The sound is decent with a good balance of lows, mids, and highs. No one frequency range overshadows the other, which is nice for earbuds that are on the relatively lower side of the price scale. The lows are acceptable but do become somewhat distorted at higher volumes. Any distortion can be easily remedied by lowering the volume a notch or two. The earbuds are very small and light and stay in your ears quite well, although I am still not convinced that they will always stay in place while sprinting across a hard surface.

The Bluetooth connection is very stable, and I only experienced disconnections when I was in an area with known interference. Charging time is great, and the earbuds’ power lasts quite long on a full charge even when played at high volume levels. The active noise canceling works, but since it is always active, I was not able to turn it on and off for a comparison. While I was able to use these earbuds for phone calls, there were times when I had to repeat myself several times because the person on the other side of the call could not hear me clearly.

In terms of music, I tested them with my usual genres of Contemporary Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Easy Listening, Gospel and “borderline” Classical, and the sound reproduction was always relatively acceptable. They are not audiophile grade by any means, but they work well for daily use while going about my business.

What I like

I like that the sound of the earbuds is decent and loud enough and that they are quite small. I also like the charging options that the base unit provides and that they seem to last a very long time on one charge of the base unit. Once properly charged, I used them for at least 2 weeks at about 1 1/2 hours each day from Monday to Friday without ever having to recharge the base unit. After the 2 weeks, I decided to charge the base unit albeit that the LEDs still showed 2 of 4 lights indicating that it was still at about 50% charged.

What can be improved

1: The earbuds have no visible markings that I can see to tell me which one is left or right, and I only know after I place them in my ears and the voice command lets me know. About 80% of the time, I had to switch them around. I did not really hear any difference in performance when they were in the wrong ear but just knowing that they were in the wrong ear compelled me to switch them around.

2: When connected the base unit to the charging case, you have to pay extra attention to the connection and fiddle with the two halves while looking at the earbuds seated in the case to ensure that they are charging. For the first few days of testing these earbuds, I just “dropped” them into their charging case and assumed that they were charging. When I went to use them, one side was “dead”. The next day, I tried leaving them to charge overnight and got the same result. After some further investigation, I found out that I had to plug the base unit in and out of the charging case a few times until it seated properly.

3: This is my biggest issue with these earbuds: With a few exceptions, almost all of the wireless earbuds that I have tested disconnect when put in their charging case. This is not the case with these earbuds. Initially, After I placed the earbuds in their charging case and tried to answer a few phone calls, I could not hear anyone on the other side of the calls. I checked to see what was wrong, and I found out that the earbuds were still connected to the Bluetooth on my phone. I tested this several times with the same result. After that, I knew that I had to physically power down the earbuds before placing them in their case to release the Bluetooth connection, or I would have to go into the settings on my phone and disconnect. Since this discovery, I have been powering them down after each use.

Final thoughts

Honestly speaking, I did not expect a whole lot from these earbuds, considering the price and some of my previous experiences. However, they work quite well for daily “runabout” use, and having the USB power pack is a great convenience since it can be used universally to charge other devices. Recommending earbuds based on sound is very risky since this dynamic is based on individual perspective and very subjective. For the cost, and the features offered, I would say that these are definitely worth a try, and are a good value.

Price: $54.99
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: The sample for this review was provided by Kitbeez.

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Kitbeez True Wireless Earbuds with Power Bank review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 17, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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Logitech KEYS-TO-GO Bluetooth Keyboard review

Logitech KEYS-TO-GO bluetooth keyboard leaning next to metal pole

If you’ve ever tried typing a memo or a lengthy reply to an email on your smartphone, then you’ve probably experienced that frustration of cramped fingers, getting the cursor in the right position, or wrestling with highlighting a bit of text to copy. Logitech’s KEYS-TO-GO portable keyboard is a serviceable remedy that comes with a few small hurdles of its own.

What is it?

The Logitech KEYS-TO-GO is an ultra-light, super-portable standalone Bluetooth keyboard specifically made for mobile phones and tablets.

Hardware specs

Works with all Bluetooth-enabled devices
Height: 5.39 in (137 mm)
Width: 9.53 in (242 mm)
Depth: 0.24 in (6 mm)
Weight: 6.35 oz (180 g)
Powered by rechargeable battery, a single charge lasts up to 3 months (2 hours of typing per day)
Full-Size Keyboard with sealed edges
17 mm key pitch
Scissor Keys (1.2 mm key travel)
Keys wrapped in spill-proof, crumb-proof covering
Full row of iOS shortcut keys

What’s in the box?

KEYS-TO-GO Bluetooth keyboard
Attachable phone stand
USB micro adapter
Documentation

Keys-To-Go Contents — Comes with all you see here.

Design and Features

In my initial tests with the KEYS-TO-GO, my first thought was that it was going to take a lot of time to get used to typing on it. The overall size of the keyboard is maybe 85% of the Apple Magic Keyboard that I type on every day, which is admittedly already diminutive compared to many standard PC keyboards. But boy does that little bit make a big difference.

Setup

Pairing is as easy as any Bluetooth device. After the initial pairing, the KEYS-TO-GO connects automatically upon powering on. The indicator light emits a blue light while the Bluetooth is connecting (very brief) and changes over to bright green, indicating that it has a good charge. Then the light remains off until the batter button is pressed or the battery itself starts to get low. There is no key backlight or indicator that the caps lock is enabled.

The indicator light also glows while charging over the included USB micro adapter, and emits a slowly pulsing light.

Usage

First impressions of the key travel, which is arguably the most important aspect of any keyboard… it feels similar to the Apple iPad Smart Cover keyboard. There is a decent amount of separation between the individual keys, lessened by the tension of the rubber material stretched over all of the keys. You can feel the adjacent keys dip a little bit in response to the material being depressed next to those keys. For a touch typist like myself, it certainly doesn’t feel as “clean” as typing on a regular keyboard for that reason. It feels easy to accidentally press the key next to the one you were aiming for.

Keys-To-Go Keyboard with hand on it — KEYS-TO-GO vs. my hand.

I’m getting used to it, and it’s certainly better than many travel keyboards I’ve tried in the past. And it’s practically silent.

Being used to Apple’s Magic Keyboard that they bundle with their iMacs or the keyboard they embed in their laptops, I’m accustomed to a low profile and low travel keyboard. The Logitech’s keys are slightly lower than any of those.

Apple Keyboard situated above Logitech Keyboard — Apple Magic Keyboard vs. KEYS-TO-GO

The whole keyboard feels sort of “spongy.” The home row key bumps on the F and J keys are very prominent, so that serves to realign my hand after moving them off the keys or making a strange combination.

That said, it is very well suited for travel. You can throw it in any tote bag, backpack or purse. The keyboard itself is about as thick as a newer Kindle. Thinner than an iPad or iPhone. And it’s waterproof, save for the ports on the side, so spills are no problem.

I like the function keys at the top. It’s something I miss on my iPad Smart Cover’s keyboard.

Logitech keyboard on top of iPad Keyboard — KEYS-TO-GO vs. 12.9″ Apple iPad Pro and Smart Keyboard.

Those function keys are, from left to right: – home button – app switcher – search – keyboard language selector – software keyboard show/hide – screenshot button – media keys – volume keys – Bluetooth pairing – battery

There is also an odd function key that enables a handful of extra functions, such as hitting FN-C for copy and FN-V for paste, or FN-left or right arrow for highlighting the next word in either direction. And that’s it. I would have much rather that space be utilized to make the CMD key twice as wide as it is… like I’m used to on my other keyboards.

It’s worth noting there’s no escape key. But I suppose there are not a lot of mobile apps that utilize the escape key. Even Apple doesn’t have on on their iPad Smart Keyboard.

The battery life is advertised to last for months when averaging two hours a day of typing time. However, I found that two weeks at that same pace of roughly 2 hours a day seems to drain it enough to put it in the red. It’s possible that I could have left the keyboard in the on position overnight, or over a weekend… that certainly would have done it. I will have to do more testing to see if that was the case. Still, a few weeks of life without having to recharge is excellent.

The inclusion of an attachable phone stand with the KEYS-TO-GO really positions it as a mobile phone keyboard, and that makes a lot of sense. Even with an iPad or tablet, typing in landscape format is fairly serviceable for long-form emails and documents. However, it’s not so easy on an iPhone. Being able to pull this keyboard out of your backpack or purse at a coffee shop or bookstore sounds like a great proposition on paper.

iPhone sitting in mobile phone stand — As minimal a typing experience as you can get, an iPhone with a keyboard.

However, in practice, I’m having a hard time thinking of a time or place where I’d prefer typing on the tiny screen of my iPhone vs. a laptop or tablet. If you knew you needed to type out something lengthy, then you’d probably just take something more comfortable (i.e. a larger screen) to type on. The KEYS-TO-GO does pair well with a tablet, provided you have something to prop it up with.

You do need a flat surface in front of you. Trying to type with the KEYS-TO-GO on your lap, on an iPhone, is nearly impossible.

Close up shot of Keys-To-Go keyboard — This rubberized coating can take some abuse, too.

This keyboard seems best suited for people who want to travel super light, as in just this small keyboard and their phone, which is certainly an idea I can get behind. If only this keyboard was a tiny bit larger, or my hands were a bit smaller. Personally, most of my bags are large enough to where I could carry around an additional Apple keyboard (which only costs $20 more, new) and use that exclusively with my phone rather than deal with to the differences in key travel and key size.

What I liked:

Ultra-lightweight and portable
Spill-resistant
Phone stand is nice

What needs to be improved:

The keyboard layout is just a little too cramped for my taste
For the price, there are many fuller-sized options

Final thoughts

The KEYS-TO-GO works well in a pinch, provided you have a nice surface in front of you to type on. I’m sure I could get used to typing on it, given time, but personally, there are better solutions for me that are within the price range. I can appreciate their vision of toting this keyboard to use with your always-on-you mobile phone, so it would be easy to recommend to someone who wants to travel light and still accomplish the goal of long-form typing on their phone.

Price: $69.99
Where to buy: You can pick up a KEYS-TO-GO Bluetooth Keyboard from Logitech’s website and Amazon in black, stone gray, blush pink or smoky blue.
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Logitech.

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Logitech KEYS-TO-GO Bluetooth Keyboard review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 16, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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Diamond Brand Gear Belay Bag review

Today we’re sharing a piece of American history. The Diamond Brand Gear Company has been making tents and camping gear in the U.S.A. since 1881. I’m reviewing the latest edition of their iconic Belay Bag, a daypack made for exploring on and off the grid. Let’s get packing!

What is it?

It’s a 22 liter daypack with a fully adjustable harness system that converts from a backpack to sling bag.

Hardware specs

1000D Nylon fabric construction
Pockets made from upcycled 70D Ripstop with Polyurethane Coating
Nylon Webbing
YKK zippers
All Metal Hardware
Main Compartment: 19 inches tall, 12 inches wide, 6 inches deep
Front pockets: 14 inches tall, 2 1/2 inches deep
22 Liters

What’s in the box?

The package includes the pack, 2 adjustable/removable shoulder straps, and an extra set of pull chords if you want to change up the colors.

Design and features

Diamond Brand Gear supplied the U.S. military in World War I and II, and made the first packs for the Boy Scouts of America in the 1930s. The Belay Bag was first introduced in the 1980s. There’s a lot of history here, and the Belay Bag does a nice job of presenting a contemporary design that still pays homage to it’s roots.

You’ll find a lot of heritage-inspired design elements in the Belay Bag: the bullet-shape, the bold pops of color, and the big ol’ Diamond-branded leather lash tab on the front face of the pack. But the whole look is pulled together with a clean, sophisticated treatment that works just as well on the street as it does on the trail. The profile is streamlined and modern, and those bold pops of color are tastefully placed to accent the form of the bag. It’s definitely at home in business casual workplaces or city commutes, standing out against the sea of black and grey business bags. One of my coworkers complimented me on it’s “fashion forward” style in a recent meeting. Seriously. Those were his actual words.

The form factor is that of a clamshell top-loader. A pair of zips open down to just about the bottom of the bag, which is great for allowing easy access to main compartment while ensuring that things don’t tumble out when the bag stands up. A simple padded sleeve protects your laptop (up to 15”) and a tablet, and there’s a zippered pocket at the top of the bag (on the front face) for little odds and ends. It’s simple and functional with room to spare (19” by 12” by 6”) for a lunch, a sweater, and assorted extras.

The front face of the bag features two HUGE external pockets, each of which is 14” tall and 2-1/2” deep. Either pocket will house a big hydration bottle or a rolled-up light jacket. They’ll also each take a 32-ounce growler or a bottle of your favorite party beverage (I like to bring whiskey) so that you’re ready for the next gathering. Each pocket also has a sleeve on the rear face to manage smaller items. The zips stop short of the bottom of the pocket, so you can toss loose items like your keys in there without fear of them falling out. They are great multifunctional spaces that extend the overall functional flexibility of the bag in day-to-day situations.

At a 22 liter capacity, the Belay Bag fits perfectly in the daypack category: room for extras, but not so much that you’re feeling like you have too much bag for day trips. If you are hitting the trail, you won’t lack for outboard attachment points. Strips of nylon loops on the front face of the bag and the shoulder straps give you a total of 22 places to hang axes, tripods, ball caps, cell phone pouches, a bedroll, walking sticks, a wet gear bag… you name it. The possibilities are endless.

Diamond Gear placed an emphasis on comfortable carry with the new Belay Bag design. The back pad is thick closed-foam with a mesh cover, designed with an open center channel for air circulation. The attachment points at the top and bottom of the shoulder straps are also completely adjustable to your shoulder width and body type. The strap pads contour slightly at the hips to reduce rubbing against your sides. It’s really comfortable for all-day wear.

The Belay Bag has another trick to play: it converts to a sling bag. Quick release metal tabs at the top and buttoned loops at the bottom allow for quick removal of the shoulder straps. Take one strap and re-attach it at the opposite shoulder, loosen up the leads, and the bag wears cross-body like a messenger bag. It’s not an afterthought, either: the bag is designed to works really well in both configurations. I actually prefer using it in sling mode given the bag’s size… think of it like a vertically-oriented messenger bag.

Construction is excellent across the board. 1000D Cordura nylon is the primary material. Upcycled materials from tent production (70D Ripstop with Polyurethane Coating) are used in the pockets, adding a cool little sustainability bonus. Metal hardware and YKK zips are used throughout. It’s a solid utilitarian build that matches the personality and multipurpose usability of the bag.

I do have two minor design improvements that I think would help the bag. The internal zip pocket kind of flaps about, and could probably be attached to the front face so it doesn’t get in the way when you’re digging in the bag. I also wouldn’t overpack that pouch, because it gets in the way of reaching stuff in the main compartment. The shoulder pads are a bit blocky and stiff, and could probably use a touch more refinement. But these are both extremely minor issues.

What I like

Very comfortable and adjustable for all-day wear
Perfect size for a daypack
Excellent multipurpose external pockets
Lots of external attachments, tastefully designed
Great for both work and play
Works equally well in both backpack and sling bag mode

What needs to be improved

Shoulder pads are a little stiff and blocky but will break in over time
Internal zip pocket is useful but can get in the way if the bag is full

Final thoughts

Made in the Carolina Mountains, the Diamond Gear Brand Belay Bag is an ideal multipurpose daypack. While it’s not a heavily tech-focused bag, the usability is solid as a daily work commuter that will adapt seamlessly to travel and off-road exploits. The big external pockets and plethora of attachment loops, while subtly rendered in the design, make the bag super-adaptable. It is very comfortable to wear for extended periods, and the easy conversion to a sling-style bag is a well-executed bonus. It’s rapidly becoming one of my favorite all-around performers. I’ll be giving it some more in-depth travel testing in the next few weeks!

Price: $139.00
Where to buy: But direct from Diamond Brand Gear or on Amazon. Additional colors are also available.
Source: The sample of this product was provided by Diamond Brand Gear.

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Diamond Brand Gear Belay Bag review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 15, 2018 at 12:00 pm.

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Speck Presidio magnetic mount case and Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge review

Wireless charging is one of the reasons I upgraded to the iPhone X, but I could not sacrifice my magnetic car mount just to charge my phone. Speck must have known of my dilemma because their new Presidio mount case for the iPhone X is made for magnetic mounts like the Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge, which I was also able to try out.

What is it?

The Speck Presidio is a protective case for the iPhone X that allows for use with magnetic mounts and wireless charging. The Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge is a magnetic car mount that allows for wireless charging.

What’s in the box?

Inside of the Scosche box, you’ll find:

The MagicMount Charge mount
Optional low-profile adhesive dash mount
Large single plate with template guide for mounting to device
Two small metal plates with template guide for mounting to case
12v car power adapter
Micro-USB charging cable
Two wire clips
Cleaning wipe
Instruction manual

Design and features

Like most Speck cases, the Presidio is built to be protective by using two layers of protection to cushion the impact of a drop. There is also a nice lip on the front to keep the screen protected. This lip worked well, since I proceeded to pull my phone out of my pocket and practically toss it face down, where it skidded five feet in front of me. My glass screen protector was safe! The case has a few scratches but it fared very well overall. Another time, I dropped it straight on the corner and it bounced slightly and the phone was just fine. For protection, it is great.

Each button is covered but easy to use, while the bottom of the case has a cutout wide enough for all of my charging cables. The vibrate switch was easy to access, and the overall design and quality is what you’d expect from a Speck case.

While the case is smooth, I never felt as though I was going to drop it. The times that I did drop it was due to user error, not due to the case. It did not add much bulk at all to the phone.

The biggest difference between a regular case and this one is the ability to use a magnetic mount and wirelessly charge. I already had a Scosche MagicMount vent mount that I used daily, and it worked fine with the case. Since the case has two smaller metal plates versus one big one, you cannot reliably mount the phone in landscape mode on the square vent mount. It worked fine in landscape and portrait mode with the MagicMount Charge since that one is rectangular and both metal plates in the case can attach firmly to it.

The Scosche MagicMount Charge mounts to either a window or dash and can be positioned to whatever angle you desire. I chose to mount mine to the dash and it was very easy to do. First I cleaned the dash with a wipe of my sleeve and placed the sticky side of the mount down. It stayed firmly in place the entire time, and I changed the positioning three times over the few weeks I have used it.

One thing I noticed was that over time, the joint that holds the head of the MagicMount Charge would come loose enough that it would start to turn downwards. It was easy to re-adjust it, but it was something noticeable.

I chose not to use the wire clips since my vent mount kept the cord perfectly off to the side. The power adapter worked well and is of a good enough quality to allow for quick charging of the iPhone. Over the span of 45 minutes, while using the GPS, I went from 47-73% charge using the mount and Speck case. I also like that the charge mount will not continue to charge after the phone is full, and instead go into standby.

There is a light on the top that signals when the phone is being charged or if the device is on standby, but I could not see it since my phone was always in the way.

What I like:

Case: Easy to just throw on the mount and drive off.
Case: Very good protection.
Case: Can wirelessly charge and use a magnetic mount.
Mount: Stays firmly in place.
Mount: Adjustable to the perfect angle.
Mount: Easy to use once installed.

What needs to be improved:

Case: Some bright color options would be nice!
Case: Cannot attach to some mounts in landscape mode.
Mount: Head joint comes loose every week or so.

Final thoughts:

I absolutely loved the combination of the Speck Presidio case and the Scosche MagicMount Charge dash/window mount. Since using these, my phone has yet to die at the end of the day, since I am charging it each time I drive the car, which is multiple times a day. The protection of the case is great, and the ease of use of the mount is awesome. Overall, I would highly recommend the Speck Presidio case if you want to use a magnetic mount yet also want to wirelessly charge your phone, and the Scosche MagicMount Charge is an excellent companion to the case.

Price: Case – $44.95, Mount – $59.99
Where to buy: Speck Presidio, Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge, and Amazon.
Source: The sample for this review was provided by Speck and Scosche.

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Speck Presidio magnetic mount case and Scosche MagicMount Pro Charge review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 15, 2018 at 9:00 am.

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totallee thin Pixel 2 XL case review

When it comes to using a case on my smartphone, I normally only use them for one reason and that’s to add some extra grip to an otherwise slippery phone. I don’t use a case to protect it from scratches because I really don’t care THAT much if my phone shows a bit of wear and tear. That said, I don’t want to drop it on a hard surface and bust the display. So I usually seek out a thin case that doesn’t add bulk but does add grip. My current everyday phone is the Pixel 2 XL and the latest case that I’m testing on it is the totallee thin Pixel 2 XL clear case. Let’s take a look.

What is it?

The totallee thin clear case for the Pixel 2 XL is a soft clear case that’s only 0.02-inches thick and only ads 0.1 oz to the overall weight of the phone. Not bad!

Design and features

The case is made of a glossy clear soft flexible material that feels like silicone but isn’t sticky like some silicone cases and doesn’t attract lint.

It has cutouts for the camera and flash as well as the fingerprint reader on the back of the phone.

There’s a circular cutout on the top for the microphone.

And on the bottom, you’ll find a cutout for the USB-C port.

There aren’t cutouts for the power button and volume button though. The buttons are molded into the case. I’m not a fan of this as I feel like it ruins that tactility of the buttons. I’m not saying that it makes the buttons impossible to press, but it does take slightly more effort. In the end, I wish there were cutouts…

Because the case is soft and flexible, you don’t have to worry about breaking a fingernail or your phone when you try to put the case on or remove it. One word about that: Yay!

Once it’s on, you really don’t really notice it because it doesn’t add much bulk. But it does add a nice level of grip that is missing with a naked Pixel 2 XL.

Note that this case is not going to protect your phone from drops to a hard surface. It’s only going to help protect it from everyday wear and tear and scratches.

What I like

Easy to put on and remove
Adds grip without unnecessary bulk

What needs to be improved

Molded buttons for power and volume make interacting with the phone slightly more difficult
Expensive

Final thoughts

There really isn’t a lot more to say about the totallee thin Pixel 2 XL case. It does what it’s been designed to do which is to add a minimum level of protection and grip without adding bulk. The only complaint that I have is that it’s kind of expensive at $25 although you can get it for a few cents short of $20 on Amazon. Even at that price, it feels too pricey when you can find other thin cases for the Pixel 2 XL for significantly less. I don’t hate the totallee, but I’m sticking with my current favorite (check my favorite gear page to see what that is)… unfortunately, it’s even more expensive than the totallee, but I like the look and feel better so…

Price: $25
Where to buy: totallee and Amazon
Source: The sample for this review was provided by totallee.

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totallee thin Pixel 2 XL case review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on June 14, 2018 at 1:00 pm.

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