NEWS – It’s time to check out a comprehensive list of everything we posted this week from articles to reviews and news on all of your favorite gadget topics.
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NEWS – Where do you keep your keys and wallet while you’re on the beach? Under your towel or stuffed up under your chair isn’t safe, because they could be quickly grabbed by someone walking by if you’re distracted. It’s better to put your stuff in a FlexSafe portable travel safe. Attach the FlexSafe to a rib of your umbrella or a bar of your chair, and your items will be safe from opportunistic thieves.
This portable lockbox measures 10” x 6” x 3” and weighs 10oz. Construction includes five layers of protection, including an RFID-blocking layer to prevent someone reading your cards or passport as they pass by and an ultra slash-resistant layer to prevent someone from cutting the bag open to steal the contents. And it’s water-resistant to protect your gear from pool splashes.
The front locks with a re-programmable lock. Open the lock, and you’ll see that the contents are further protected with a zipper. Place your wallet, keys, jewelry, camera, and other small items inside, zip it up, then wrap the front flap around a stationary bar of your lounge chair, wheel chair, umbrella, or other fixed object. You can even use it as a hotel room safe by locking it around the closet bar. Once the front lock is closed, your bag can’t be easily snatched up by a passerby.
The FlexSafe is available in black, aqua blue, navy blue, lavender, or digi camo. The black bag is $59.95, while colors are $69.95. The FlexSafe can be purchased at the AquaVault website.
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NEWS – Although the Trident Odyssey Valet looks like a protective display case for the Apple Watch, it’s more than that. The clear plastic top does keep dust off your Watch, but the base is a charging stand. And it’s powered by an internal battery to keep your Watch charged even when you’re away from a power source.
The charging cable for the Watch hides away in the base to keep everything looking neat. The internal 2600mAh lithium battery can charge your Watch multiple times, or you can charge both a Watch and an iPhone simultaneously. The LEDs on the front of the pedestal displays charging status for the battery. The clear top holds your iPhone while it charges
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NEWS – This week we are bringing you info about six different crowdfunding campaigns that are currently running on Kickstarter and Indiegogo. This week’s campaigns are for people who like to want a good night’s sleep, gear bags, travel gear, and more.
KUWOW 2.0 – The Versatile Anti-theft Backpack
What is it?
The KUWOW is a backpack that is made of Kevlar and has been designed to be theft and cut proof.
Why is it cool?
I like the KUWOW backpack because it’s a well thought out travel bag that has a ton of features. It’s constructed of waterproof and cutproof material and offers pockets and attachment points for all of your gear, from laptops and tablets, to even your clothes and toiletries. It also has built-in reflectors, a password lock, Bluetooth tracker, and even a USB port.
They sent me a pre-production sample of this backpack and I was very impressed with the construction and all the built-in features. This bag isn’t huge but it can hold a lot of gear and the small touches like a metal grab handle and a pass-through for rolling luggage are great.
Where can I find more info?
The KUWOW campaign ends on 10/21/18 and they have already reached their funding goal of $5,000. You can pre-order a KUWOW starting at $99. After the KUWOW campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2018. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.
Pitaka MagDock
What is it?
The Pitaka MagDock is a multi-device wireless charging station with an onboard battery for on-the-go wired charging. When used with a magnetic mount case, the MagDock can position your phone at a 45-degree angle so it can be used for FaceTime, watching movies or web surfing.
Why is it cool?
Generally speaking, you can find wireless chargers that can handle 2 devices. Finding one that can handle 3 devices simultaneously is something of a unicorn. This could come in very handy for couples and families traveling together.
Where can I find more info?
The Pitaka MagDock Kickstarter campaign ends on October 16. Within 24 hours of launch, they had already hit their all or nothing goal of $15,476. The campaign states that the MagDock will ship in November and will be in your hands for Christmas. You can get the base version of the MagDock on an early bird perk for $49 or the Pro version for $64. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.
The Camper Hooded Jacket available in men and women’s sizes that is a lightweight and packable puffy jacket for the city or the woods.
Why is it cool?
I like the Camper Hooded Jacket because it’s it stuffs into its own bag for great portability. You can put it in your travel bag and forget about it until you need it. It features a synthetic multi-layer insulation that has expanded cells for increased warmth in a jacket that doesn’t weigh much at all. It also has a lot of little extras like a headphone port, cinch waist and cuffs, and 6 pockets for your phone or other items.
They sent me a pre-production sample of the jacket and it’s going to be my new go-to travel jacket to pack when I travel from a warm spot to a cold spot and don’t want to actually wear a jacket until I get there. I can just put the jacket pouch in another bag and break it out when I need the extra warmth.
Where can I find more info?
The Camper Hooded Jacket campaign ends on 11/6/18 and they have already passed their funding goal of $50,000. You can pre-order a DreamOn starting at $95. After the Camper Hooded Jacket campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in February 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.
EVERMORE Origin // a functional rugged EDC Sling/Beltbag
What is it?
The EVERMORE is a small travel pack that you can wear around your waist or across your back like a sling bag.
Why is it cool?
I like the EVERMORE because it’s small but has the ability to carry almost everything you need (except a laptop or tablet) when you’re on the go. It also has attachment points all over the pack so that you can clip things to it like your keys, a water bottle, etc.
Where can I find more info?
The EVERMORE campaign ends on 10/7/18 and they have already reached their funding goal of $8,000. You can pre-order an EVERMORE starting at $60. After the EVERMORE campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in October 2018. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.
DreamOn: Your 1-Step Solution For Better Sleep
What is it?
The DreamOn is a wrist wearable sleep aid and sleep tracker.
Why is it cool?
I like the DreamOn because it’s a drug-free way to fall asleep faster by providing a low-frequency pulse that gives your brain something to focus on so that you can relax and drift off to sleep quickly.
Where can I find more info?
The DreamOn campaign ends on 10/20/18 and they are still working towards their funding goal of $40,000. You can pre-order a DreamOn starting at $109. After the DreamOn campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in January 2019. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.
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NEWS – Wireless chargers have been around for a while in all kinds of shapes and sizes. However, most designs tend to go more for function than form. The newly-announced Nomad Base Station is a wireless charger that not only chargers four devices at the same time it also looks good doing it. The charging pad has a sleek, modern design that includes a padded leather wireless charging surface with a soft finish for your phone to rest on.
Making it one of the most beautifully designed charging pads on the market to date.
Along with good looks, the charging pad boasts 3 high-power coils, for dual 10W wireless charging. There are also two USB ports, A USB-A 7.5W port and a USB-C PD that has an 18W output for fast charging.
There’s also an LED charging indicator light and an ambient light sensor that dims the LEDs at night.
The Base Station wireless charger is up for pre-order on Nomad’s website for $99.95. And will officially begin shipping on October 1.
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