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Ninety7 frees the Google Home Mini with their JOT battery base

NEWS – Don’t imprison your Google Home Mini smart assistant on a shelf in a corner of a room when you can cut the cord and set it free with the JOT battery base from Ninety7. The JOT battery base is available in black or silver and features a 5000mAh battery lithium-ion battery that will provide up to eight hours of unplugged use of the Google Home Mini.

The JOT has four status LEDs on the front of the base that shows how much battery life remains before another charge is needed. You can buy a JOT Portable Battery Base for the Google Home Mini for $34.95 from Ninety7 and from Amazon coming soon. Just remember that the Google Home Mini isn’t included but you can buy one from Google.

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Ninety7 frees the Google Home Mini with their JOT battery base originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 22, 2018 at 10:00 am.

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Why wait for Apple’s AirPower charger when you can get the SliceCharge 3-in-1 wireless charger today?

NEWS – The SliceCharge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger from Hard Cider Labs can charge three Qi-compatible items at once, and it’s available to order today.  It’s made of high-quality fabric and aluminum, and the anti-scratch fabric on top protects your gear as it charges.  The bottom of the charging pad is rubber for stability.

You can charge an Apple Watch and  2 Qi-protocol phones at the same time.

  • 7.5W fast charging for iPhone Xr/Xs/Xs Max, iPhone X/8/8 Plus
  • 10W fast charging for Samsung Galaxy S9/8/7
  • 3W charging for Apple Watch Series 3/2/1

Safety features include:

  • Over-voltage protection
  • Temperature control
  • Foreign object detection

The SliceCharge 3-in-1 Wireless Charger is available in Frosted White, Carmine Red, and Indigo Blue for $49.95 at Hard Cider Labs.

You can also charge Apple AirPods on the SliceCharge when they are in the Hard Cider Labs ElectroLeather AirPods Wireless Charging Case.  Qi-compatible coils inside the case send power to the AirPods’ charging case.  The premium PU leather case is available in Ashy Grey, Cayenne Red, and Cinnamon Brown.  The case can be used with any Qi charger.  Hard Cider Labs ElectroLeather AirPods Wireless Charging Case is $19.95.

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Why wait for Apple’s AirPower charger when you can get the SliceCharge 3-in-1 wireless charger today? originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 22, 2018 at 8:00 am.

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Bags, backpacks, EDC, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

NEWS – This week we are bringing you information about four different crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo that will be of interest to EDC fans, and more.

The UltraLink – Elementally Elementary

What is it?

The UltraLink is a quick release EDC key and gear retention system made from raw Titanium and Aerospace Grade 7075T61 aluminum.

Why is it cool?

Just look at it. I think the UltraLink is cool because it looks like a movie prop from Guardians of the Galaxy or some other sci-fi flick. Gamble sent me an early sample of the UltraLink and I can confirm that it looks as good in real life as it does in their pictures. But good looks aren’t everything are they? This clip works great too as long as you don’t mind having to use two hands to unclip it because you have to use one hand to pinch the sides and the other hand to remove the clip. re-clipping (is that even a word?) is easier since you can do that just with one hand and you will be rewarded with a satisfying click when you do. Oh, one more thing that makes the UltraLink cool… the colored dot glows in the dark if you expose it to light.

Where can I find more info?

The UltraLink campaign ends on 11/15/18 and they have already met their funding goal of $7,500. You can pre-order an UltraLink starting at $83. After the UltraLink campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

PowerCube|WiFi|:WiFi Booster.Cube Socket

What is it?

The PowerCube is a WiFi hotspot and signal booster that is packaged in a small AC adapter sized package that plugs into the wall or an additional version that has a power cord.

Why is it cool?

I like the PowerCube is a small multi-function gadget that can be used as a WiFi hotspot that can share your internet with guests and friends without a password, it can also be used as a WiFi booster to extend the signal in your home, it can be used as a small power strip because it has 4 built-in power outlets, and it also shows the speed and number of connected devices right on the adapter itself.

Where can I find more info?

The PowerCube campaign ends on 11/18/18 and they just launched their campaign and are working towards their funding goal of $3,000. You can pre-order a PowerCube starting at $25. After the PowerCube campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Nanobag 2.0 & Nanopack -The ultimate ‘carry everywhere’ bags

What is it?

The Nanobag 2.0 & Nanopack are extremely thin/lightweight sailcloth bags and backpacks that fold down into a tiny pouch for easy carry.

Why is it cool?

I like the Nanobag 2.0 & Nanopack because they fold down into such a small form factor that makes it easy to carry one anywhere so you’ll have a reusable back when you need to carry items and won’t be tempted to grab a plastic bag.

Where can I find more info?

The Nanobag 2.0 & Nanopack campaign ends on 11/15/18 and they have already met their funding goal of $3,825. You can pre-order a Nanobag 2.0 or Nanopack starting at $10. After the Nanobag 2.0 & Nanopack campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in March 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

The 24Seven Modular Backpack and Survival Kit

What is it?

The 24Seven is a modular clamshell style 34L backpack that has been designed to perform as an everyday backpack (although on the large side…) but also includes a survival kit for emergency situations.

Why is it cool?

I like the 24Seven because of its modular design that features a “card” system where each card is designed to carry certain items like photography equipment, other tech, clothes, Dopp kit items, and even a pet water bowl and food pouch.

Where can I find more info?

The 24Seven campaign ends on 11/15/18 and they have already met their funding goal of $30,000. You can pre-order a 24Seven starting at $109. After the 24Seven campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

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Bags, backpacks, EDC, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on October 21, 2018 at 4:00 pm.

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Give your dog a little more room while riding in the backseat of your car

NEWS – Little dogs always have plenty of room to spread out in the car, but big dogs may need a little more space to be comfortable.  The Kurgo Backseat Bridge covers the gap between the front seats and the backseat, extending the space for your dog to sit or lay.  Covering the gap also prevents your dog – big or small – from falling to the floor or just getting down there and getting up to no good.

The Kurgo bridge is sturdy enough to support 100 pounds.  It’s recommended for spaces not greater than 13″ from back of seat to seat edge.  There’s a partition to keep Fido from climbing onto the center console and getting into the front seats.  It’s made of 600d polyester with TPE backing and is completely waterproof.  Black on one side and sand on the other, the bridge can be flipped to match your car’s interior.  The Kurgo Backseat Bridge is $58.49 from the Chewy website.

To fully protect the backseat of your car, you could add a Kurgo Bench Seat Cover.  This waterproof and stain-resistant cover protects upholstery from getting muddy, wet, scratched, or torn.  The Kurgo Bench Seat Cover is $49.49, also from Chewy.

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Oxo’s pour-over cover brewer with tank brews a better cup of coffee

NEWS – I’ve seen these little pour-over brewers before.  They’re basically just a funnel with a filter inside; you dump all the water in and coffee quickly collects in your cup.  Oxo’s Pour-Over Coffee Maker with Water Tank claims to make a better cup of coffee because of the way it distributes water over the coffee grounds.

Oxo says the water tank features a precise hole pattern that automatically distributes hot water evenly over coffee grounds at just the right rate to maximize flavor, and the dripper’s ribbed walls help encourage coffee flow to promote ideal brew time.

The tank is graduated for precise measurement of up to 12 ounces of water, so you won’t have to stand there waiting to pour in more water as it drips through.  The tank’s lid helps retain heat as the coffee brews, then it can be used as a drip tray to hold the dripper after brewing is complete.

The Oxo Pour-Over Coffee Maker with Water Tank is $15.99 on Oxo’s website.

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