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Track the water you drink with Zak Designs HydraTrak tumblers and bottles

NEWS – The New Year is coming soon, and you may be thinking about your resolutions.  If drinking more water is one of your goals, you need to consider one of the water-tracking bottles or tumblers from Zak Designs.  The bottles and tumblers have silicone rings around them that help you keep track of your water consumptions.  You can transfer a band to your arm for each glass of water you drink, or you can simply move the bands up to the top of the tumbler, as shown here.

Zak Designs offers the HydraTrak line as tumblers like the one above made of Tritan plastic or stainless steel, in a variety of colors.  All are double-wall insulated to keep your water cold.  Some have screw tops and some have straws.  All are BPA-free. Sizes range from 16 to 32 ounces.

The Zak Designs HydraTrak line ranges from $8.50 to $20.00 at Amazon.

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Track the water you drink with Zak Designs HydraTrak tumblers and bottles originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 21, 2018 at 2:01 pm.

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Roborock adds a little holiday spirit to their S5 robotic vacuum

NEWS – Roborock has announced an update to their S5 robotic vacuum cleaner software that they feel adds some joy to their customers’ holiday celebrations.  Instead of an update for controlling the vacuum in a new way, the new function is simply a “holiday egg”.

Roborock says you can unlock the Christmas song with the following steps:

“Enter Mi Home App, enter the RoborockS5 plug in, then Settings.

Press on “Find my Vacuum” for 2-4 seconds and a push notification “Time to open the gift! go find me” will be displayed.

Press on “Find my Vacuum” again, a push notification “Merry Christmas” will be displayed, followed by a Christmas Song.”

If you want your vacuum to go Christmas caroling, then try these steps.  Learn more about Roborock vacuums at their website.

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Roborock adds a little holiday spirit to their S5 robotic vacuum originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 21, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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This holiday season, let ALC Wireless security systems keep you and yours safe and sound

NEWS – In today’s technology-driven world, everywhere we look there are security cameras on businesses and homes, and although businesses used to be the primary places for such devices, homeowners have caught on to the value of having this sense of security. At this time of year when all around the USA we seem to be dealing with package theft and other crimes even in neighborhoods once considered “safe”, many security companies are stepping up to answer the demand by consumers for affordable and effective security devices and systems.

Earlier this year, I reviewed a couple of security systems and security cameras from a few companies. One of those companies is ALC Wireless. This company offers well-built and reliable DIY home security cameras, systems and components, with no need for monthly fees or contracts. For the holiday season, they are offering 15% to 20% on Home Security Products. The following are some of their security systems and components along with the promo codes for great discounts:

  • Full HD 1080p Video Doorbell (model AWF71D): 20 percent off with promo code 20VIDEODOOR
  • HD 720p Indoor Panoramic WiFi Camera with On-Camera Recording (model AWF08): 20 percent off with promo code 20PANOCAM
  • Full HD 1080p Outdoor WiFi Camera with On-Camera Recording and Cloud Storage (model AWF61): 20 percent off with promo code 20HDOUTDOOR
  • Full HD 1080p Outdoor Pan & Tilt WiFi Camera with On-Camera Recording and Cloud Storage (model AWF53): 20 percent off with promo code 20OUTDOOR
  • SensorCam II Full HD 1080p Indoor Pan & Tilt Security WiFi Camera with Siren and On-Camera Recording (model AWF33-S2): 20 percent off with promo code 20SENSORCAM
  • 7-Inch Monitor Full HD Surveillance System with Single Outdoor Camera and Remote Access (model AWS337): 15 percent off with promo code 15CAMSYSTEM1
  • 7-Inch Monitor Full HD Surveillance System with Two Outdoor Cameras and Remote Access (model AWS3377): 15 percent off with promo code 15CAMSYSTEM2
  • Accessory Outdoor Camera for AWS337 and AWS3377 (model AWSC37): 15 percent off with promo code 15CAMERA
  • Home Security System Starter Kit with Control Hub, Built-In Siren, and Two Door/Window Sensors (model AHS612): 20 percent off with promo code 20STARTERKIT
  • Door/Window Sensor (model AHSS11): 20 percent off with promo code 20CONNECT
  • Remote Control with Panic Button (model AHSS21): 20 percent off with promo code 20REMOTE
  • Smart Power Switch (model AHSS41): 20 percent off with promo code 20PWRSWITCH

For additional information or to make a purchase, you can head over to the ALC Wireless website or to Amazon.

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This holiday season, let ALC Wireless security systems keep you and yours safe and sound originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 21, 2018 at 8:00 am.

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Enjoy a starry night at any time!

NEWS – Don’t worry about clouds at night, light pollution, or sunshiny days.  You can enjoy a beautiful starry sky any time you like in your home with the Constellation Lamp.  The fabric shade is lined with clear vinyl and punctured with small holes to form constellations and asterisms.  When the light is on, these perforations will cast shadow and light on your wall to fill your room with stars.

NEWS – The base is brushed metal measuring 5″ in diameter and 16.25″ tall; it has a 60″ power cord.  The shade is  7.25″ in diameter.  It uses a 6W LED bulb (included).  The power switch is a pull-chain.  The lamp is exclusive to ThinkGeek and GameStop.  It’s available for $29.99 at ThinkGeek.  I’m not finding the lamp at the GameStop website, but you may be able to find it in stores.

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Enjoy a starry night at any time! originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 20, 2018 at 12:00 pm.

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Praetor Pocketblade, a wearable mouse, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

NEWS – This week I have four crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter or Indiegogo that I thought would be of interest to anyone who likes carbon fiber and wearable tech.

Praetor Pocketblade | Rethinking the Utility Knife

What is it?

The Praetor Pocketblade is a futuristic/sci-fi style utility knife that has a handle and sheath made of carbon fiber.

Why is it cool?

Why is the Praetor Pocketblade cool? Just look at it… It looks like a prop from the latest Star Wars flick. And it uses magnets so I have to love it. They sent me a pre-production sample of both styles and I have to say that I love them. They are light weight and once you know the “trick”, it’s easy to remove the knife from the sheath and it’s also easy to replace the blades without needing any tools like most utility knives. The blades are held in place by magnets which is a genius design!

Where can I find more info?

The Praetor Pocketblade campaign ends on 1/31/19 they have already passed their funding goal of $3,703. You can pre-order a Praetor Pocketblade starting at $33. After the Praetor Pocketblade campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in May 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Padrone Ring: Coolest Mouse Ever

What is it?

Padrone Ring is a wireless mouse that you wear on your index finger.

Why is it cool?

I think the Padrone Ring is cool because it’s a wireless mouse that you wear on your finger. GOSH!

Things to consider before pledging

The price is crazy. $199 for a mouse? Even though you can wear it on your finger, that’s extremely spendy. The price might be justified if this ring could do more than function as a mouse. If it was an activity tracker, NFC ring, or had other features, it might make it worth the price.

Another thing to consider is that rewards aren’t estimated to ship until July of next year. That’s a really long time to wait.

Where can I find more info?

The Padrone Ring campaign ends on 1/21/19 they are close to meeting their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order a Padrone Ring starting at $199. After the Padrone Ring campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in July 2019. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

CARBONARA pencil

What is it?

The CARBONARA pencil is lead holder made of carbon fiber

Why is it cool?

I think the CARBONARA pencil is cool because you can squeeze it to change the length of the lead tip. I also like the way it looks.

Things to consider before pledging

Very expensive for a lead holder.

Where can I find more info?

The CARBONARA pencil campaign ends on 1/7/19 they have already passed their funding goal of $7,970. You can pre-order a CARBONARA pencil starting at $74. After the CARBONARA pencil campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Kistler: The warmest jacket that uses aerospace technology

What is it?

Kistler is a brand of jackets that use aerogel for insulation.

Why is it cool?

I think Kistler jackets are cool (not literaly) because they are the warmest and thinnest jacket on on this planet and can keep you warm in temperatures as low as -320°F Things to consider before pledging
A lot of money to pay for a jacket although you may never need to buy another one.

Where can I find more info?

The Kistler campaign ends on 1/22/19 they have already passed their funding goal of $25,000. You can pre-order a Kistler starting at $199. After the Kistler campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

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Praetor Pocketblade, a wearable mouse, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on December 20, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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