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Aerix Vidius HD video drone review

Over the course of my time with the Gadgeteer I’ve had the opportunity to review several different drones. I’ve reviewed big drones, little drones, and video drones.

Two such drones, the Axis Vidius 420P video drone, and the Axis Aerius quadcopter, both flew well, but the Vidius was a bit bigger and had a built-in camera. Although I enjoyed flying both drones, I didn’t feel the quality of the Vidius’s camera footage justified its higher cost.

Recently I was given the chance to review the Vidius’s successor, the Vidius HD. With a 720P camera, the Vidius HD should have far greater video quality.

(It should be noted, shortly after reviewing the Vidius, Axis changed its company name to Aerix)

Specifications

Dimensions – 4.3cm x 4.3cm x 2.5cm
720P Video and HD photos
200 mAh battery
3-Speeds
6-Axis Gyro Stabilization
No FAA registration required

In the Box

Drone with blade guards
2.4 gHz controller
USB charger cable
4 replacement blades
Mini screwdriver
Mini blade remover

Design

According to the Aerix website, the Vidius and Vidius HD are identical in size. They also state it is the “world’s smallest live Streaming HD video drone”.

I’m not sure whether or not that claim is true, but the Vidius HD is small enough to fit in the palm of my hand.

The blades of the drone are each protected by a blade guard.

This is a nice upgrade from the original Vidius; I often found myself crashing, distorting the blades in the process.

One side of the drone has a small charging port, while the front contains the HD camera.

Below each rotor is an LED, red in the rear, green in the front. The LEDs are useful for maintaining orientation.

The drone itself is a pretty standard micro-drone. It appears to be the same body used with the original Vidius.

The controller is standard for a micro-drone.

The left joystick controls throttle and rotation, while the right controls forward/backward/left/right movement.

There is also a power switch and two trim controllers on the front.

The left bumper button on the controller activates “headless mode”, which means no matter which way the front of the drone is facing, the drone will move in the direction you push the joystick.

The right bumper button automatically returns the drone to the pilot while in headless mode.

The back of the controller is where the battery compartment is located.

All in all, the drone and controller are almost identical to the original Vidius.

Operation

Like the original Vidius, the drone can be controlled using the controller or a smartphone; although, there have been some minor changes to the way you operate the drone.

To use the controller, you power on both the controller and drone. Next, you move the throttle up, then down; this pairs the devices.

As before, this has to be done each time the devices are powered on. I’m still not certain why the drone and controller can’t be permanently paired together.

With the previous drones I’ve reviewed, the drone could immediately be flown after being paired by pressing up on the throttle. With the Vidius HD, Aerix added a few steps before flight begins.

Now before takeoff, Aerix suggests you calibrate the drone. This should help keep the drone stabilized.

Once the drone is calibrated, you can start the motors.

Even though the motors are running, the drone won’t take off until you raise the throttle.

Once you’re finally up and flying, the drone is easy to control. The controls are responsive and easy to get used to.

The Vidius HD is also equipped with “trick mode”. You enter it by pressing down on the right joystick. You then push the right joystick in any direction and the drone will do a flip.

The Vidius HD is a bit easier to fly than the drones I previously reviewed, but not by much.

Despite having “6-Axis Gyro Stabilization”, the drone still doesn’t hover in place and the pre-flight calibration doesn’t prevent the drone from occasionally drifting.

To fly the Vidius using your smartphone or tablet, you go to the App Store or Play Store and download the “Vidius HD” app.

You open the app and you’re instructed to connect to the drone via Wi-Fi. You do this by selecting “VIDIUS Drone” from your Wi-Fi menu.

This is simple enough, but it does present some issues.

First, it’s really annoying to have to manually connect to a different Wi-Fi network everytime you want to use your drone.

Second, many newer phones – like my Pixel XL – don’t want to connect to a Wi-Fi network that doesn’t have an active internet connection. Some will notify you that the drone’s “network” doesn’t provide an internet connection and ask if you want to connect anyway; however, if your phone doesn’t do that, you have to tweak your Wi-Fi settings to allow for the connection.

It would be much better if the drone was able to connect to your phone via Bluetooth.

Once your drone is connected to the app, you will be presented with virtual controls atop the drone’s live video feed.

Above is a description of all the functions and controls available within the app.

I didn’t enjoy flying the drone using the app.

When using the on-screen controls, it’s too easy to have your thumbs slip out of the control area. It might be better if the phone vibrated as you reached the outer limits of the virtual joystick’s range.

You do have the option of controlling the drone in gyroscope mode. Instead of controlling motion with the right virtual joystick, you control it by tilting your phone in the desired direction. This isn’t nearly as easy as using the controller.

There is abother control mode that is new with the Vidius HD, draw-to-fly. This mode removes the right controller from the screen and allows you to trace a path along your phone that the drone will follow.

It’s a pretty neat feature, but ultimately not better than using a real joystick.

Finally, there is also a VR mode in which you can place your phone into VR googles. You get a first-person view of what the drone is seeing.

In theory it’s cool; in reality it’s impossible to fly the drone like this. I kept crashing within seconds.

Personally, I found using the controller is the best way to fly to drone, but it is nice to have options.

Video and Photographs

Taking photos and recording video is easy.

To do so, you press the camera or camcorder button in the upper left portion of the screen. Of course, your phone has to be connected to the drone’s Wi-Fi network to work properly.

To view the photos or videos, you press the button that looks like a browser refresh button, or you can use a file manager app and locate a folder named “Drone” on your phone.

The original Vidius was only capable of recording 420P video. I found the quality wanting and didn’t believe it was enough to justify the cost of the drone.

The Vidius HD has been upgraded to 720P and it’s immediately clear the upgrade was for the best.

The picture on the left is from the Vidius HD, while the right is the original Vidius.

The video footage is a marked improvement over the original Vidius as well.

Original Vidius

Vidius HD

The video isn’t perfect. The room was well-lit, yet the video is dark in certain portions, but overall it’s pretty good.

Overall, the video quality is pretty solid. You aren’t going to film documentaries with the drone, but you can certainly create some fun videos.

Conclusion

The Vidius HD is an excellent upgrade from the original.

I immediately dismissed the original due to the awful camera footage; fortunately, Aerix took the criticism and improved the design.

The drone is just as easy to fly as the original, but now it provides usable camera footage.

Aerix added a few gimmicky flight modes like VR mode and draw-to-fly modes; they are briefly fun, but ultimately not an ideal way to use the drone.

The battery life on the Vidius HD is only about 5 minues, but that’s to be expected on such a tiny device. Plus, it only takes 20 minutes to charge, so it’s not a huge negative.

If you’re interested in the Vidius HD you can purchase it for $85. It’s a bit expensive, but it would make a good starter drone for anyone interested.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Aerix. Please visit their site for more information.

Product Information

Price:	$85
Manufacturer:	Aerix
Retailer:	Aerix
Requirements:	Android or iOS device to use the app
Pros:	Fun Easy to fly Good video quality
Cons:	Wi-Fi connection for app Short battery life Expensive

Filed in categories: Geek Toys, Reviews

Tagged: Drone

Aerix Vidius HD video drone review originally appeared on on March 14, 2017 at 8:30 am.

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Aerix Vidius HD video drone review

Over the course of my time with the Gadgeteer I’ve had the opportunity to review several different drones. I’ve reviewed big drones, little drones, and video drones.

Two such drones, the Axis Vidius 420P video drone, and the Axis Aerius quadcopter, both flew well, but the Vidius was a bit bigger and had a built-in camera. Although I enjoyed flying both drones, I didn’t feel the quality of the Vidius’s camera footage justified its higher cost.

Recently I was given the chance to review the Vidius’s successor, the Vidius HD. With a 720P camera, the Vidius HD should have far greater video quality.

(It should be noted, shortly after reviewing the Vidius, Axis changed its company name to Aerix)

Specifications

Dimensions – 4.3cm x 4.3cm x 2.5cm
720P Video and HD photos
200 mAh battery
3-Speeds
6-Axis Gyro Stabilization
No FAA registration required

In the Box

Drone with blade guards
2.4 gHz controller
USB charger cable
4 replacement blades
Mini screwdriver
Mini blade remover

Design

According to the Aerix website, the Vidius and Vidius HD are identical in size. They also state it is the “world’s smallest live Streaming HD video drone”.

I’m not sure whether or not that claim is true, but the Vidius HD is small enough to fit in the palm of my hand.

The blades of the drone are each protected by a blade guard.

This is a nice upgrade from the original Vidius; I often found myself crashing, distorting the blades in the process.

One side of the drone has a small charging port, while the front contains the HD camera.

Below each rotor is an LED, red in the rear, green in the front. The LEDs are useful for maintaining orientation.

The drone itself is a pretty standard micro-drone. It appears to be the same body used with the original Vidius.

The controller is standard for a micro-drone.

The left joystick controls throttle and rotation, while the right controls forward/backward/left/right movement.

There is also a power switch and two trim controllers on the front.

The left bumper button on the controller activates “headless mode”, which means no matter which way the front of the drone is facing, the drone will move in the direction you push the joystick.

The right bumper button automatically returns the drone to the pilot while in headless mode.

The back of the controller is where the battery compartment is located.

All in all, the drone and controller are almost identical to the original Vidius.

Operation

Like the original Vidius, the drone can be controlled using the controller or a smartphone; although, there have been some minor changes to the way you operate the drone.

To use the controller, you power on both the controller and drone. Next, you move the throttle up, then down; this pairs the devices.

As before, this has to be done each time the devices are powered on. I’m still not certain why the drone and controller can’t be permanently paired together.

With the previous drones I’ve reviewed, the drone could immediately be flown after being paired by pressing up on the throttle. With the Vidius HD, Aerix added a few steps before flight begins.

Now before takeoff, Aerix suggests you calibrate the drone. This should help keep the drone stabilized.

Once the drone is calibrated, you can start the motors.

Even though the motors are running, the drone won’t take off until you raise the throttle.

Once you’re finally up and flying, the drone is easy to control. The controls are responsive and easy to get used to.

The Vidius HD is also equipped with “trick mode”. You enter it by pressing down on the right joystick. You then push the right joystick in any direction and the drone will do a flip.

The Vidius HD is a bit easier to fly than the drones I previously reviewed, but not by much.

Despite having “6-Axis Gyro Stabilization”, the drone still doesn’t hover in place and the pre-flight calibration doesn’t prevent the drone from occasionally drifting.

To fly the Vidius using your smartphone or tablet, you go to the App Store or Play Store and download the “Vidius HD” app.

You open the app and you’re instructed to connect to the drone via Wi-Fi. You do this by selecting “VIDIUS Drone” from your Wi-Fi menu.

This is simple enough, but it does present some issues.

First, it’s really annoying to have to manually connect to a different Wi-Fi network everytime you want to use your drone.

Second, many newer phones – like my Pixel XL – don’t want to connect to a Wi-Fi network that doesn’t have an active internet connection. Some will notify you that the drone’s “network” doesn’t provide an internet connection and ask if you want to connect anyway; however, if your phone doesn’t do that, you have to tweak your Wi-Fi settings to allow for the connection.

It would be much better if the drone was able to connect to your phone via Bluetooth.

Once your drone is connected to the app, you will be presented with virtual controls atop the drone’s live video feed.

Above is a description of all the functions and controls available within the app.

I didn’t enjoy flying the drone using the app.

When using the on-screen controls, it’s too easy to have your thumbs slip out of the control area. It might be better if the phone vibrated as you reached the outer limits of the virtual joystick’s range.

You do have the option of controlling the drone in gyroscope mode. Instead of controlling motion with the right virtual joystick, you control it by tilting your phone in the desired direction. This isn’t nearly as easy as using the controller.

There is abother control mode that is new with the Vidius HD, draw-to-fly. This mode removes the right controller from the screen and allows you to trace a path along your phone that the drone will follow.

It’s a pretty neat feature, but ultimately not better than using a real joystick.

Finally, there is also a VR mode in which you can place your phone into VR googles. You get a first-person view of what the drone is seeing.

In theory it’s cool; in reality it’s impossible to fly the drone like this. I kept crashing within seconds.

Personally, I found using the controller is the best way to fly to drone, but it is nice to have options.

Video and Photographs

Taking photos and recording video is easy.

To do so, you press the camera or camcorder button in the upper left portion of the screen. Of course, your phone has to be connected to the drone’s Wi-Fi network to work properly.

To view the photos or videos, you press the button that looks like a browser refresh button, or you can use a file manager app and locate a folder named “Drone” on your phone.

The original Vidius was only capable of recording 420P video. I found the quality wanting and didn’t believe it was enough to justify the cost of the drone.

The Vidius HD has been upgraded to 720P and it’s immediately clear the upgrade was for the best.

The picture on the left is from the Vidius HD, while the right is the original Vidius.

The video footage is a marked improvement over the original Vidius as well.

Original Vidius

Vidius HD

The video isn’t perfect. The room was well-lit, yet the video is dark in certain portions, but overall it’s pretty good.

Overall, the video quality is pretty solid. You aren’t going to film documentaries with the drone, but you can certainly create some fun videos.

Conclusion

The Vidius HD is an excellent upgrade from the original.

I immediately dismissed the original due to the awful camera footage; fortunately, Aerix took the criticism and improved the design.

The drone is just as easy to fly as the original, but now it provides usable camera footage.

Aerix added a few gimmicky flight modes like VR mode and draw-to-fly modes; they are briefly fun, but ultimately not an ideal way to use the drone.

The battery life on the Vidius HD is only about 5 minues, but that’s to be expected on such a tiny device. Plus, it only takes 20 minutes to charge, so it’s not a huge negative.

If you’re interested in the Vidius HD you can purchase it for $85. It’s a bit expensive, but it would make a good starter drone for anyone interested.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Aerix. Please visit their site for more information.

Product Information

Price:	$85
Manufacturer:	Aerix
Retailer:	Aerix
Requirements:	Android or iOS device to use the app
Pros:	Fun Easy to fly Good video quality
Cons:	Wi-Fi connection for app Short battery life Expensive

Filed in categories: Geek Toys, Reviews

Tagged: Drone

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Totallee iPhone 7 Plus case review

I have the iPhone 7 Plus, which is a big phone at 5.5 inches. I often look for the thinnest case possible to fit into my back pocket or small handbag. I still want protection, but without all the bulk. Totallee has released a super thin iPhone case called “the scarf”. Let’s take a look at how it fits the iPhone.

I was given the frosted white and navy blue colors. I like the white since it matches my silver iPhone 7 Plus and recently have been sporting the navy blue to change it up. Both cases are slightly frosted/transparent.

The case is only 0.02″ thin and made of plastic. It covers the back of the iPhone completely, as well as the sides.

The front of the case also protects the edges but doesn’t give a lot of padding. I have dropped my phone plenty of times and to my surprise I haven’t had any dings yet with the scarf case-even on the front of the phone!

The speaker holes line up well and audio sounds normal. Some cases cover up the phone microphone and make them muffled, but with the scarf, there are no issues.

The power and volume buttons also lined up perfectly, and I was able to access them without any problems.

The camera is covered nicely, and the cutouts line up perfectly. The only thing I found a bit annoying is that the case scratches easily. I supposed that’s better than my iPhone getting scratched however.

I really enjoy using Totallee’s scarf case, as it gives me the grip I like and protection I need, without the bulk. Totallee includes a 2-year warranty for all purchases. For the price, it’s an excellent choice for anyone who is just looking for some minimal protection. Just keep in mind that if you tend to drop your phone a lot, there isn’t much thickness to the case. For me, it wasn’t a problem.

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

Product Information

Price:	$19
Manufacturer:	Totallee
Retailer:	Amazon
Requirements:	iPhone 5/5s/se iPhone 6/6s iPhone 6/6s plus iPhone 7/7plus
Pros:	Very thin Lightweight Grippy Great price
Cons:	Scratches easily

Filed in categories: Cases and Covers, iOS, Reviews

Tagged: iPhone Case

Totallee iPhone 7 Plus case review originally appeared on on March 13, 2017 at 1:24 pm.

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Autobrain review

If you are the parent of a teenager, a baby, or you are concerned about the driving of your elderly parent, the following review will probably be of interest to you. Autobrain has developed a device that you simply plug into your vehicle’s diagnostic port and it transforms your car into a connected smart car. Let’s take a detailed look…

Installation and Setup

Installation of the device itself couldn’t be more simple. You just plug it into your diagnostic port on your vehicle. Then you download the app, sign up for an account and then take it for a drive! You will see lights blinking on the device, sort of like the random blinking that happens on a modem. The directions say that it could take up to 12 hours for the app to sync with your car, but once my account was set up it only took about an hour. I did have to call because my account was partially set up already because of the fact I am reviewing it, so there was a bit of confusion, however, the gentleman on the phone was very helpful and got me going in no time.

Using the Device

There are 4 modes that you can choose from: Family Safety Mode, Teen Safety Mode, Senior Safety Mode, and Safe Baby Mode. You can switch between these modes using the mobile app (which is free from the App Store or Google Play) and your desktop computer. The program looks the same on the app and the computer, so switching between them is very easy to do.

All of the modes have settings that you can change to customize them to your specific needs. If you have a teenage driver that you’d like to keep track of and see how good they are driving then teen mode is the obvious choice. It will give you a driving score that is calculated by taking any instances of speeding, hard braking or hard accelerations and gives you a numbered driving score with 100 being perfect. The data that you can get from this program is amazing. For each trip you can see how many miles were driven, how long it took and what the fuel cost was. I could have used this to charge my kids a fee for having to make extra trips in the car when they forgot things for softball practice back in the day!

For each mode you can set up parameters that will alert you when a person goes outside of what they call a “Safe Zone” that you create. To create it, you put in an address and then how many miles from that address a person is allowed to go. You will then get an alert on your phone when someone is out of the safe zone. You can actually drive yourself crazy with the amount of alerts you could get from this device. You can get an alert when someone speeds, when the car starts, when the car is driven between certain hours of the day/night, when it parks, when the car leaves and arrives home school or work, or any other address that you add.

The alerts are almost immediate. When I would park my car, I would have barely closed the door and I would get a notification that I had turned my car off. I would probably not set up all these alerts if I was monitoring someone’s driving because it would drive me nuts! Unless it was my grandma because she rarely goes anywhere.

The Teen, Family and Senior Modes are all very much alike, but the Safe Baby Mode is a tad different. While in this mode, you will get an alert to remind you to take the baby out of the car every time the ignition is turned off. This may seem like a silly thing, but apparently, this sort of thing happens as evidenced by the news reports, so better to be safe than sorry! You can turn this mode on in addition to any of the other modes.

Roadside Assistance and Car Health Detection

Another great benefit to having this gadget plugged into your diagnostic port is that it can detect mechanical issues with your car. If an issue is detected, an Autobrain mechanic would contact you and give you an estimate on how much the repair should cost. No more questioning whether or not a mechanic has overcharged you which allows you some added bargaining power at the repair shop.

You also get 5 free tows 35 miles or less each time, free lockout services if you lock your keys in your car, emergency battery boosts if your battery dies (which shouldn’t happen because you would get notified if your battery was getting low), emergency fuel delivery if you should happen to ignore the low fuel alert that Autobrain sends you, tire change services and most importantly, emergency crash response should you get into an accident.

Using the App

The screenshot below is what the main menu looks like on the computer and it’s identical on the phone. On the computer however, to the right side of this menu is a map that shows you where your car is (see next pic), and where it has been. It will tell you the places the driver stopped, and for how long. It will allow you to choose the specific day and you can follow along the route that the car was driven. You can even see where the driver had to brake too hard or accelerate way too fast.

Below is what the map looks like in the browser on your computer. You can see all this on the app on a phone or tablet too, it’s just you can only see half of it at a time. As you can see on this trip we took in Family Safety Mode, there were 2 hard breaks, and apparently I was speeding 5 times! Of course, I did all this to “test” the device and make sure I got the alerts My score is an F because if you speed….automatic F! Tough crowd.

Share the Love

You are issued a promo code when you sign up (it’s found in your app settings under Free Service) and if you give it to a friend and they sign up, they can get the device with a one month trial for only $19.97, plus YOU get one month of service for free as well. This is cheaper than you can get it through the Autobrain website, which is $49.97 with a one-month free trial. Also keep in mind that if you don’t like it, you can send it back and get a refund and they will even send you a postage paid envelope! With no risk and no contracts…it’s a no-brainer!

All in all, I am pleased beyond belief with the functionality and the ease of use of this product. It’s like having Onstar or AAA service, with all the control right at your fingertips. The only thing that I couldn’t figure out, and it’s not that big of a deal really is how they compute the driving score. I tend to be a perfectionist and a fairly good driver, and I get 93’s on my score and there are no alerts that I’ve hit the brakes or excelled too hard. Now that my girls are not really new drivers anymore, I plan on using this device (which they love) instead of Onstar because they are too far away now to rescue them if they have a flat tire or lock their keys in their cars. It’s a wonderful piece of mind for all of us!

Source: The sample for this review was provided by Autobrain. Please visit their site for more info.

Product Information

Price:	$49.97 plus 1 free month service. $9.97 per month thereafter.
Manufacturer:	Autobrain
Requirements:	A vehicle A diagnostic port A driver A computer, smartphone or tablet
Pros:	Easy to setup and install Cheaper than Onstar 24/7 roadside assistance included Low monthly cost and no contracts
Cons:	Difficult to figure out how the driving score is calculated.

Filed in categories: Car Gear, Reviews

Tagged: Car accessories

Autobrain review originally appeared on on March 13, 2017 at 8:07 am.

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RIIND The Pen review

Whether it’s smartphones, wallets, pens and other gadgets, sometimes it’s a curse being The Gadgeteer because I’m never satisfied with what I have and am always chasing my next favorite thing. Ok who am I kidding, it’s freaking awesome being The Gadgeteer for that same exact reason. There’s always something new, better, faster and more awesome on the horizon and I get to check out a lot of those awesome things. Today’s new thing is The Pen from RIIND. Catchy name huh? But is it awesome? Let’s find out.

What is it?

First of all, you might be wondering how to pronounce RIIND. It’s pronounced the same as the rind of a watermelon.

The Pen is just that, a pen. And although it writes like an ordinary ink pen, it has some not so ordinary features that set it apart from the eleventy billion other pens in the universe.

Design and features

The Pen has a pleasing baton-like shape, with a rounded top and pointy tip. It’s made of anodized aluminum and is available in clear with a polished clip, gray with a polished clip (shown above), black with a polished clip, or black with a black clip.

The Pen has a smooth satin finish that looks and feels great. A 1.25-inch long grip at the tip end of The Pen has a fine knurling that provides a perfect textured grip while remaining comfortable to hold for long writing sessions.

One of the main features that make The Pen stand out from the crowd is its binary twist ContinuousCam mechanism that extends or retracts the tip with a half turn in either direction. That means you never have to think about how to open or close the pen because any way you turn it is the right way to do it.

The mechanism feels smooth but rugged with no rattling when the tip is out or in. I really like the way it feels when you twist the end and the ink tip clunks into place.

The other feature of The Pen that will cause people to ask you where you got it, is the super clip. It’s definitely noticeable with the shiny chrome finish. It’s not only made of robust material but its unique asymmetrical design allows the clip to open farther than any pen clip that I’ve seen before. That means you can clip the pen to almost anything and it will stay put. That said, I do wish that RIIND offered a version of The Pen without the clip because I don’t use that feature and would prefer the smooth look of the pen without the large clip shiny clip.

Replacing refills is a non-issue with The Pen. Just unscrew the pen tip, remove the used cartridge, insert a new one, and replace the tip. The Pen is compatible with 35 different refills including my favorite, the Pilot G2 which comes with The Pen. You can see a list of compatible 110mm ink refills on their successfully funded Kickstarter campaign page.

The Pen has great balance and the diameter of the grip is just right, so writing with The Pen feels comfortable even for long sessions.

The Pen has a cool industrial look that really sets it apart from other pens I’ve recently reviewed. I really like this style although some people might think it looks a little too masculine.

Final thoughts

The Pen is manufactured in the US, has stand-out looks with unique features. If you like its industrial style and super clip and don’t mind the $99 price tag, I think The Pen would make a great EDC pen that should hold up for years and years of writing and doodling adventures.

Source: The sample for this review was provided by RIIND. Please visit their site for more info.

Product Information

Price:	$99.00
Manufacturer:	RINND
Pros:	Easy extend/retract cam mechanism Super clip Compatible with 35 different refills
Cons:	Expensive Slightly top heavy

Filed in categories: Paper and Pens, Reviews

Tagged: Pens

RIIND The Pen review originally appeared on on March 12, 2017 at 11:43 am.

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