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Tsumbay Car Mount, HUD Simulating Design Car Phone Holder review

Sometimes you find a product that fulfills a simple need and does so very well. The Tsumbay Car Mount is one of those products. It has one mission: to mount your smartphone as a heads-up display, so that use your favorite navigation app in a way that promotes safer driving.

It’s a simple gadget, but what really makes it stand out is the attention to detail and execution in the design. Let’s go for a ride and find out more!

Design and Construction

The Tsumbay Car Mount consists of two parts. There’s a base that slides onto the cowl of your dashboard, and a gator-style clip that secures your phone. When everything is in place, your phone sits like a heads-up style display, just above the steering wheel in your line of vision. You can adjust the angle of the phone to best suit your driving position, but that’s about all the thinking required to get ready for motoring. It takes about 30 seconds to install.

If that was all there was to it, this would be a pretty clever device. Easy to install, one moving part (the gator clip), and it solves a common problem with distracted driving. But there’s more to like here, as we’ll see below…

The first thing you’ll notice about the Tsumbay Car Mount is the quality of construction. Made from heavy duty plastic, the whole unit feels substantial. The gator-style phone clip uses a heavy-duty spring to keep your phone in place, even after extended use. There are also thick silicone pads at all the contact points to both improve grip and to protect your dashboard & phone from unwanted scratches. It’s a nice build for a simple piece of plastic.

The base uses a “J” style hook shape to slide onto your dashboard cowl, with plenty of depth to accommodate a variety of dashboard styles. The base is also wide and contoured slightly to match the curve found in most dashboards, and flares towards the rear of the unit to provide additional stability. Once installed, its not going anywhere unless you choose to remove it.

The phone clip is just as substantial as the base and will accommodate a variety of smartphone sizes up to and including the iPhone 7 plus (for photo reference, my phone is the iPhone 6s in a case). The grip is firm and stable and takes a significant bit of force to knock the phone loose from the clip. The silicone pads also include additional a textured grip, so the phone won’t slide forward and back in the clip once you have it where you want it.

One last note on design: it actually looks pretty good in your car. Some inexpensive car mounts, while they do the job, look like cheap plastic add-ons. The all-black look and contoured design make this an attractive accessory that looks like it belongs on your dashboard.

In Use

Boy, is the heads-up display useful when you’re using your navigation app.

The car mounts that I have used & tested in the past typically mount to the air vents, so they are positioned to the right of the steering wheel. This presents two problems: they often interfere with the other controls on your dash and take your focus off the road if you’re glancing at your phone.

The heads-up display mount solves both of these problems. Since your phone is positioned just above the steering wheel in your field of vision, you’re not taking your eyes off the road to check your map. The position on your dashboard cowl doesn’t interfere with any of the dials, displays, or controls of the vehicle. It just feels safer, enabling you to concentrate on the road.

I also really like the simplicity of the device. The gator clip is the only moving part in the assembly. There are no other clips or adjustment features that could fail or wear with extended use. It also has the flexibility to accommodate a number of small and large phone sizes, which means you probably won’t need to buy a new mount when you upgrade your phone. Coupled with the overall build construction, I expect that this gadget will last a long, long time.

Something to consider: the mount is designed to hold your smartphone in the horizontal position. Depending on your phone and your apps, you may find this to be an issue. Google maps on my iPhone run horizontally, for example, while my podcast app and music apps do not. This can be a pain… I use voice activation for calls when driving, and the Apple CarPlay to control my music and such from my steering wheel controls. Your needs may vary, however.

Another minor point, but worth considering, is charging your phone while it’s mounted. Since many cars have the USB charging port at the bottom of the center stack of the dash, you may need an extra-long cord to reach the car mount. It’s something to check before you buy.

Caveats and Precautions

Of course, no gadget is perfect.There are some things you need to consider before you purchase the Tsumbay Car Mount.

While there is a lot of flexibility in the base design, it’s important to note that there are some car models whose dashboards won’t accommodate the Tsumbay Car Mount. The product description on Amazon (link below) contains a list of these car models for reference.

I think it’s also important to consider your driving position before purchasing this device. Steering wheel position, seat angle, and your height relative to the style of car you are driving could impact the effectiveness of using a heads up display mount like this.

Finally, it goes without saying that you should never allow yourself to be distracted while driving. I use this device exclusively to run Google Maps for navigation, and use the hands-free tools in my car for all other functions. Be safe, folks!

Conclusion and Pricing

For a simple piece of gear, the Tsumbay Car Mount is a pretty useful item. It features easy one-handed operation and adds some additional safety when driving by taking advantage of the benefits of a heads up display when you’re using your navigation apps. It’s also really well built with few moving parts, and I expect that it will outlast several phone upgrades. The little details in the finishing make it a cut above most inexpensive car mounts, and it actually looks good in your car. I think it’s a safety upgrade worth considering if it works for your driving position and if it fits your car model. At about $17, I think it’s also a good value. Check out all the specs and purchasing information on Amazon.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Tsumbay. Please visit the product page on Amazon for more information.

 

Product Information

Price: $16.99
Manufacturer: Tsumbay
Retailer: Amazon
Pros:
  • Simple, one handed operation
  • High-quality construction
  • Fits a variety of large and small smartphones
  • Nice safety upgrade for using your navigation apps while driving
Cons:
  • May not fit all dashboard styles
  • Designed for horizontal positioning of your phone, which may not work with all apps
  • May not work with all driving positions

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Tsumbay Car Mount, HUD Simulating Design Car Phone Holder review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 25, 2017 at 11:00 am.

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Fitbit Alta HR review

I’m new to the world of Fitbit and its wearable fitness trackers. What got me interested in trying a Fitbit was my wife’s company was doing a fundraiser for charity based on steps with the leading team being able to donate to the cause of their choice. Spouses were allowed/encouraged to join in on the fun and since I wanted to get in better shape I wholeheartedly agreed. I don’t typically wear a fitness tracker or smartwatch, preferring a classic timepiece on my wrist. So, the Alta HR’s sleek and slim form factor appealed to me; allowing me to wear my watch on my left wrist and the unobtrusive Fitbit on my right. For this review, Fitbit sent me their stealthy Special Edition gunmetal Alta HR to try out. 

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The Alta HR is one of the slimmest and most stylish fitness trackers on the market today. The HR is a follow on to the original Alta adding Fitbit’s PurePulse heart rate sensor, quite a feat considering the device’s tiny size.  In addition to built-in heart rate monitor, the Alta HR has an OLED display, 7-day battery life, all-day fitness tracking, sleep tracking with Fitbit’s new Sleep Stages and Sleep Insights feature, notification mirroring, etc.

In the Box:

  • Alta HR fitness tracker
  • USB charging cable
  • Instructions

Like the device itself, what you receive in the box is relatively simplistic…fitness tracker, charging cable, and a few pages of instructions.

Getting the Alta HR operational is more about getting your Fitbit account setup and signed into the app than anything on the device side of the house. Once charged and paired to your smartphone, the device syncs with the app and you’re more or less good to go.

Design:

Like the original, the Alta HR has a plastic body surrounded by a metal frame with a 1.4 inch, 128 x 36 resolution OLED touchscreen display on top. The display is monochrome with decent contrast, though sometimes difficult to see in bright/sunny conditions. The Alta has a buttonless design; its “Single Point Touch Screen” allows you to navigate the fitness tracker’s various screens by tapping its front face. The display is off until you either raise your wrist to look at it or double-tap it.  Approximately 3/4 of the time it correctly senses the wrist-raise motion, but the remaining times I would have to double-tap the screen to bring it to life. It did take a bit of initial practice to get the screen to respond. At first, I found the interface quite irritating with how unresponsive it was but with time I finally got the hang of it or the mechanism itself needed to be broken in. Either way, the device is currently responding well to screen taps with perhaps 10% of the time needing to repeat the effort.

This pic does a good job showing off the heart rate sensor and charging port on the back of the Alta HR.

The Alta HR charges via its propitiatory USB cable that clamps onto the back of the tracker, locking it into place. The Alta HR charges relatively quickly (within a few hours) and operates nearly a week without needing to be recharged.

Setup:

Like other Fitbit fitness trackers, configuring the Alta HR is done via the smartphone app. The pairing and setup process is quick and easy. Considering how small the screen is, Fitbit has done a good job optimizing what and how your fitness data is displayed. Being able to see your steps and heart rate on the fly is convenient and helps keep you motivated.

Though getting an in-depth workout analysis comes when you open up the Fitbit app and can see a multitude of data sets.

Functions:

As you can see above, the Alta HR tracks steps, estimated distance traveled, calories burned, and sleep quality; plus it nags you to move if you have been sedentary too long. I found all of the Fitbit’s features very motivating, especially during the fitness competition. There is no doubt that between the two, I regularly hit 20k steps and beyond during the challenge.

Like its predecessor, the Alta HR auto-scenes what type of workout you’re doing and records them as blocks of effort. Though it did get a little confused with tennis but was spot on when I ran, walked, or did the elliptical machine. The Fitbit app keeps track of not only the type of exercising you’re doing but its duration, calories burned, average heart rate, and type of exertion (aka burning fat/cardio/peak). With more data within each workout for greater in-depth analysis as seen on the right screen capture.

I found the heart rate data pretty accurate. When I compared my heart rate count to the grips on my elliptical machine, the Fitbit was within 2-5 beats/minute of the workout machine’s. I was also pleased with my resting heart rate ( a good indicator of overall health) regularly at or below 60 bpm.

Fitbit’s new sleep tracking is my favorite and most interesting feature of the Alta HR. I firmly believe that a good nights sleep is a key component to staying healthy and motivated. I shoot for 8 hours a sleep per night but rarely achieve it. In addition to tracking the duration and type of sleep, the tracking feature helped me realize lifestyle choices that impacted the quality of rest I was getting on any given night.

When paired with and in range of your smartphone, the Alta will also display notifications of incoming calls, text messages, calendar alerts, and will provide reminders (aka nagging) to get up and move throughout the day. These notifications can be difficult to read due to the small display but at least let you know they’re there and to reference your phone if need be. I also like vibration on my wrist for calls, messages, and alarms cause there are many times I have my iPhone on silent and miss them.

A few features that would be nice to have:

  • Altimeter
  • Physical button similar to the Charge 2
  • Waterproofing (vs just being sweat proof)

I do quite a few stairs during the average week. Whether I’m walking from the bus tunnel to work or running the stairs in our building during lunch, it would be nice to track stairs climbed in addition to just steps taken. But in my case, it is a minor issue compared to wearing a larger device to gain that feature.

The Fitbit Alta HR is available in Black/Stainless Steel, Blue Gray/Stainless Steel, Fuchsia/Stainless Steel, Coral/Stainless Steel, Black/Gunmetal, and Soft Pink/Rose Gold. Fitbit leather accessory bands are available in Brown, Indigo, and Lavender. There is also a Stainless Steel option as well.

In addition to the stock Fitbit bands, there are MANY aftermarket Alta bands out there to express yourself. The Alta HR is engineered to swap bands in a blink of an eye. The design makes it quick and easy to exchange bands whenever you please.

I really like the Alta HR’s slim, stealthy design with the Special Edition gunmetal version definitely being my fitness tracker of choice. Fitbit has done an excellent job creating a less is more fitness band that is comfortable to wear with solid features and specs. While the HR is lacking a few nice to have features, its form factor, heart rate tracking, accurate activity tracking, excellent sleep tracking, week-long battery life, and stellar app platform/ecosystem more than makeup for it.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Fitbit. Please visit their site for more info and Amazon to order.

 

Product Information

Price: $149.95 / $179.95 (Special Edition as reviewed)
Manufacturer: Fitbit
Retailer: Amazon
Pros:
  • Slim & stylish form factor
  • Excellent app & fitness ecosystem
  • Solid build quality
  • Does basic features well
  • Sweat-proof
  • Easy to swap out bands
Cons:
  • Expensive
  • Lacking a few nice-to-have features

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Kevo Smart Deadbolt lock, Peak Design Everyday Tote bag, and more – Review updates

Today I have five updates to reviews as far back as 2013 and as new as this past April 2017. Click through to see my recently updated reviews/articles. You can find the updates at the bottom of each page.

Kwikset Kevo Smart Lock review by Julie Strietelmeier

Peak Design Everyday Tote bag review by Julie Strietelmeier

Withings Activite Pop activity and sleep tracking watch review by Julie Strietelmeier

Julie’s gadget diary – I have finally found my perfect travel computer

Julie’s Gadget Diary – Is the Samsung Galaxy Note II too big?

 

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Paby 3G GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor review

You see people wearing all types of fitness trackers that track steps, sleep, calories burned, etc., but have you ever seen a cat or dog wearing a fitness tracker? Don’t roll your eyes because they exist and I’m going to tell you about the Paby 3G GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor which my cat Max has been wearing for the past week.   

What is it?

The Paby 3G GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor is a tracking device that uses 3G to show in real time where your pet is on a map and it also monitors how active (or inactive) your pet might be.

What’s in the box?

Paby comes packaged in a reusable and collapsible silicone water / food bowl with a lid.

Paby 3G location and activity monitor
USB charging cable
Screw driver
Extra rubber strap
User manual

The Paby device is a plastic device that is shaped like a 2.5 x 1.25 inch bowtie. You can choose from different designs, but I was sent a black Paby with pink stars.

The Paby logo on the front of the device doubles as an LED to show charging and connection status.

The back of the device has a row of electrical contacts for the included magnetic charging cable. There’s also a power button and a metal cover that protects the SIM card.

Three screws secure the cover which also holds one side of the rubber strap that is used to attach the Paby device to your pet’s collar.

Before you and your pet can begin using the Paby Pet Tracker and Activity Monitor, you have to charge it using the proprietary cable that is included with the device. While the battery is charging, the Paby logo will glow red. About 2hrs later when charging is finished, the logo will glow green.

From my testing, I found that the battery life for the Paby is about 4-5 days. There are factors that can make this time shorter like constantly tracking your pet, using the virtual fence feature and sound features. You can extend the battery life of the tracker by using the scheduling feature which turns off the device during certain times of the day like at night when the pet is in the house and not very active.

The next step is to attach Paby to your pet’s existing collar. My cat Max doesn’t wear a collar, so I had buy one, but attaching the device to the collar is as easy as pulling the rubber strap off the hook on the side of metal cover on the back of the device, laying the collar in place and then hooking the rubber strap back over the metal hook.


Then you have to put the collar on your pet. Max did not want his picture taken and did not want to wear the collar. But you can see that the Paby device is small enough for cats and small dogs.

Last but not least, you need to install the Paby app which connects the tracker to your iOS or Android device.




When you first launch the app, it will set up a connection to the Paby tracker and will ask you questions about your pet like if it’s a cat or dog. If it’s a dog, it will also let you search for the breed. It will also ask the age, weight, and health. It uses this info to set daily goals for how much activity the pet should get.

When you launch the app it will sync the data with the tracker to show daily, weekly, and yearly trends.

You’ll see how much your pet was resting, active, and how many steps they walked each day.




In addition to the activity info that is collected about your pet, Paby also uses a combination of advanced 3G GPS, LBS (Location Based Services) and Wi-Fi technologies to provide real-time tracking information.


You can also set a virtual fence and receive real-time alerts when your pet leaves the designated zone that you can set around your location from 100 – 1050 yards. Setting a virtual fence will drain the tracker’s battery faster than not enabling this feature.

Other features include the ability to toggle sound and light on the tracker. If you use the tracking feature to try to find your pet but are still unable to find them, you can toggle sound and light which will cause the logo on the front to blink in blue, red, and green, and the built-in speaker will sound an audible alarm that will freak out your pet and allow you to find them if you’re within hearing distance.

The sound feature is also useful if for some reason that tracker comes off the pet’s collar and is lost in the house or yard.

Another feature of the app will let you watch a replay of where your pet has walked each day.

Paby requires a cellular network connection to track your pet and you have two options when it comes to the cellular coverage for this feature of the device.

Option 1: Paby comes with a free SIM card and offers network subscription plans starting at $4.99 per month at http://www.paby.com/plan/ (those purchasing an annual network service plan through Paby will receive 30 days of free service).

Option 2: customers with AT+T and T-Mobile have the option to use their existing wireless network.

I tested the Paby tracker with my cat Max for a couple weeks and although the advertised features worked, I’m not convinced that knowing how many steps that my cat takes a day or how many hours he sleeps is useful information. I think this info might be more helpful for dog owners since dogs tend to require more exercise than cats. I can see how this device would be a good way to keep tabs on a paid dog walker to verify that you and your dog are getting your money’s worth.

The GPS tracking and virtual fencing features are the features that I was most interested in but Max (my cat) wouldn’t cooperate and go outside the defined virtual fence area. That said, I could use the tracker to see his location on a map. But, the app would show him in the woods behind or in front of our house when he was actually sitting right next to me in my basement. Just like other consumer grade GPS devices, Paby won’t pin point the tracker’s exact location.  If you think this device will be able to help find your lost pet in a city or in the woods, you may be disappointed.

Final thoughts

I have mixed thoughts about the Paby 3G GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor. As a cat owner, I’d advise you to skip it. But as a dog owner who also pays to have their pet walked, I can see that the activity features would be useful.

I’m also not too impressed with the GPS tracking features and would not want to rely on the Paby to help me find my lost pet.

Add in that you have to remember to charge it every few days and it just feels like another device that will end up in a drawer after a few weeks.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Paby. Please visit their site for more info and Amazon to order.

 

Product Information

Price: $79.99
Manufacturer: Paby
Retailer: Amazon
Pros:
  • Easy to use
  • Small and light weight
  • Sound and light help you find your lost pet or the tracker in a close location
  • Has GPS tracking features
Cons:
  • 4-5 day battery life
  • GPS tracking not precise

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Paby 3G GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor review originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on August 23, 2017 at 11:55 am.

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iseeBell Video Doorbell Security Cam review

In all of my reviews, I try to be as fair as I can. Every product has its good and bad points and I try to point them out. No product—no matter how good it is—is perfect. At first glance, my review of the iseeBell Video Doorbell Security Cam may not seem fair—and maybe it isn’t. But that doesn’t mean I don’t like it. Let me explain.

My intended use for the iseeBell video doorbell was just that—a video doorbell. The setup is advertised as super easy: You remove your original doorbell and then use its existing wiring to connect. All you need are some minor drilling and mounting skills (iseeBell even supplies the proper tools and instructions). But I had forgotten one (not so) minor detail: About 6 years ago, we switched to a wireless battery doorbell. After removing the previous (wired) doorbell, I shoved all the wiring inside the wall and then stuccoed over the hole. It seemed like a smart idea at the time! As a result, I could not use and review the iseeBell as it was intended. However …

Even though I no longer could give the iseeBell a fair review as a video doorbell, they also advertise it as an indoor/outdoor security camera. After considering this, I realized that I still had a great use for it as a security camera. That’s fair, right?

I live on 2 acres in Florida and my large backyard has a separate studio building where I do freelance graphic design and also write about and photograph the products I review. Needless to say, I have some expensive stuff in the studio. Up until now, the studio has never had any security monitoring. We have large and very protective dogs in our house, but I worried about the studio because it’s 100 feet away and out of reach of the dogs. With the iseeBell, I now have a chance to monitor the building 24/7. So how does it work? Let’s see.

When you open the box of the iseeBell, you are presented with a lot of stuff which can seem overwhelming. However, you generally won’t need all of it. iseeBell has done a good job of accounting for different installation setups you may have. The setup & installation guide is straightforward and easy to follow with clear directions and illustrations. Granted, if you have no experience with home repair tools, you may be better off asking for help. The Guide lists everything included in the box and what kind of wifi you need. A 2.4Ghz network is required, but since I have an Apple dual-band router, I was good to go. One caveat is that your wifi router must either be strong enough or physically close enough to the iseeBell to work properly.

As I said earlier, the iseeBell will run on existing doorbell wires (if you have them). The guide uses step-by-step instructions. Yeah, I know, I didn’t actually install it as a doorbell—and that’s the unfair part of this review. But trust me, I’ve installed enough stuff to know that these are easy instructions to follow.

Also included in the box is a separate indoor wireless door chime (must be plugged in), which I haven’t decided if I’m going to use or not. Why? Because the iseeBell comes with a downloadable app (iOS and Android) that works just as well for my use.

The iseeBell unit itself has a 720p HD camera that works well in low light, although the video loses some detail and becomes monochromatic. The camera is wide-angle which captures a great peripheral view. It does distort in a fish-eye effect around the edges, though. Using the app, you can you see what the iseeBell sees. It also records and stores photos and video on your phone and/or in iseeBell’s cloud. This cloud service is an extra cost option—$2/month or $20/year. While that’s not expensive, it’s worth noting. You get a free month trial with purchase. iseeBell claims your photos and videos are protected by bank-grade security. Strangely, you can only purchase the cloud service through the iseeBell app. There is no mention of it on their web site.

The iseeBell easily connects to a home’s existing wifi via the app. There’s also a motion detector that works a little too well. More on that later. The unit is weatherproof, so rain shouldn’t be a concern.

For my use, I mounted the iseeBell just inside the door of my studio a little above eye level. I used some of the supplied screws but did not need the included masonry drill bit as this was an indoor installation. All I had to do was decide where I wanted the camera placed and drill the screws into the wall. iseeBell offers an optional adjustable wall mount that allows the camera to be swiveled at various angles for a better view. I highly recommend this option—it acts as a mounting base and allows you to point the camera practically in any direction.

I ran into two issues with the wiring on the iseeBell. Since I’m using it indoors and not as a doorbell, it needs to be plugged into an outlet for power. I wanted to mount the camera up at ceiling height, but the cord was a few inches too short to do this, so it had to be lower than I preferred.

The white cord was a bit too thick to fit into the slot at the rear of the camera, so I had to strip some of the wiring to expose more of the black and red wiring from inside the cord. It was not easy, but I’ve stripped wiring before, so I knew what I was doing. However, I could picture some people pulling their hair out if they ran into a similar problem as I did. Note that doorbell users won’t have this issue since the iseeBell won’t need the power cord.

Once I got the wiring taken care of, all went well. I opened the iOS app, set up my account and linked the app to the camera via my wifi network. With that done, I could see a live image of myself in the apps video frame. There’s a bit of a lag, but not enough to matter. As I said earlier, The image is wide angle, and since the camera is above eye level, there is little opportunity for a close-up of a face. But the image can easily be zoomed in even while live.

Audio quality was so-so. it was somewhat distorted and difficult to understand when watching the video. There’s also a built-in speaker allowing you to talk to the person/intruder if necessary. The speaker volume was a bit weak and should have been louder.

After setting up the motion detector in the app, I noticed that it works really well … as in really well. Whenever I stretch or get up from my chair I get an audible beep and a motion warning shows up on my iPhone. It’s becoming a bit comical, but at least it works! And since I’m only concerned when there should be no one in the studio, I appreciate its sensitivity. Incidentally, the warnings can be controlled through the iPhone’s Notifications or Android’s Sound and Notification settings.

All in all, I like the iseeBell Video Doorbell Security Cam, even though I’m not using it as it was intended. It does what it’s advertised to do and does it well. I now have added peace-of-mind if anyone should enter my studio (invited or not) and I will instantly know about it.

I’m now wondering if it’s time to get my doorbell rewired?

The iseeBell Video Doorbell Security Cam sells for $149.95 US.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by iseeBell. Please visit www.iseebell.com for more information and Amazon to order.

 

Product Information

Price: $149.95 US
Manufacturer: iseeBell
Retailer: Amazon
Pros:
  • Easy to install and setup
  • Good camera and video quality
  • Sensitive motion detector
  • Smartphone notifications
  • Cloud service available
Cons:
  • Wiring can be tricky if using supplied power cord with optional wall mount
  • Audio quality could be better

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