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Foldscope is a real microscope that’s made of paper

One year for Christmas, I received a Tasco microscope set. I loved that thing. It came in a wooden box that had tweezers, eye droppers, glass slides, etc. I would spend hours “playing with that microscope to explore strange new worlds that were too tiny to see with my own eyes. One bad thing about a traditional microscope like the one I had as a child, is that they are too bulky and awkward to take along to other locations to explore different miniature worlds. The Foldscope is a microscope that has been designed to be as portable as it is affordable.

The Foldscope microscope was invented by two Standford University PhD students and is made of a heavy duty water-proof paper and comes in a small metal box with tools for collecting samples, processing samples, preparing slides and collecting data. You can use the Foldscope by itself, or you can use it with a smartphone’s camera using the included universal phone lens mount. The microscope itself has to be assembled and features a 140x, 2um resolution lens.

You can buy your own Foldscope for $39.99. Find out more at foldscope.com and Amazon.

Foldscope is a real microscope that’s made of paper

One year for Christmas, I received a Tasco microscope set. I loved that thing. It came in a wooden box that had tweezers, eye droppers, glass slides, etc. I would spend hours “playing with that microscope to explore strange new worlds that were too tiny to see with my own eyes. One bad thing about a traditional microscope like the one I had as a child, is that they are too bulky and awkward to take along to other locations to explore different miniature worlds. The Foldscope is a microscope that has been designed to be as portable as it is affordable.

The Foldscope microscope was invented by two Standford University PhD students and is made of a heavy duty water-proof paper and comes in a small metal box with tools for collecting samples, processing samples, preparing slides and collecting data. You can use the Foldscope by itself, or you can use it with a smartphone’s camera using the included universal phone lens mount. The microscope itself has to be assembled and features a 140x, 2um resolution lens.

You can buy your own Foldscope for $39.99. Find out more at foldscope.com and Amazon.

This portable Bluetooth speaker looks like a flaming torch

If you got some of the SIXDEFLY LED bulbs that simulate a gaslight flame, you’ll need to pair them with this portable speaker that looks like a flaming torch.  The base has 96 LEDs that flicker with a yellow light to simulate a flame to add a romantic touch to any outdoor gathering.  The 5W speaker with “excellent stereo sound and powerful bass” connects to any Bluetooth-compatible audio source.

Specifications for the Lightclub Portable Outdoor LED Flame Light speaker:

  • Bluetooth Version: 4.2
  • Frequency Response: 100Hz-20KHz
  • Waterproof Level: IP65
  • SNR: 75dB
  • Distortion Rate: 10%
  • Horn Parameters: 52mm, 4.5W
  • Impedance: 4
  • Bluetooth Range: 10m/33ft
  • Interface: 1 x Micro USB Part, 1 x Tripod Slot
  • Battery: Built-in 7.4V 2000mAh Li-ion Battery (Included)
  • Power Supply: 5V/1A
  • Output Power: 5W
  • Charge Time: Approx. 2 Hours
  • Music Playing: Approx. 6 Hours
  • Torch Lamp Working Time: 12 Hours
  • Standby Time: Approx. 24 Hours
  • Size:  7.36″ x 4.61″ x 4.72″

The Lightclub Portable Outdoor LED Flame Light speaker is available for $33.63 from Amazon.

This murphy bed has gone to the dogs!

We recently told you about a queen-sized murphy bed that folded up into a console.  Today we’re back to tell you about a murphy bed for your dog!  The Ecoflex Abigail Murphy Classic Dog Bed is also from Wayfair.  Folded up, the bed measures 24″ wide x 13″ deep (the larger size is currently out of stock).  When it’s opened, the bed is sized to fit up to a 50 pound dog.  The furniture is made of wood polymer composite, and the bed has a memory foam cushion with a removable, washable cover.

The Ecoflex bed is available in espresso or white to best fit your decor.  When your pup is up and about for the day, the bed blends with the rest of your furnishings.  At night, he’ll sleep comfortably in his murphy bed.  The Ecoflex Abigail Murphy Classic Dog Bed is $144.00 at Wayfair.

Are you Ready for Braven’s new speakers?

Braven just refuses to rest. They are constantly updating their speaker lineup and have entered 2018 with their Ready Series of Bluetooth speakers. If you into music and like being outdoors, Braven has what you want. There are four Ready speakers—all ready (get it?) to add a soundtrack to your outdoor adventures.

The personal Ready Solo is lightweight, durable and loud. The Solo contains an extended range driver and all-direction subwoofer encased in a shockproof thermoplastic housing and aircraft grade aluminum grille. It is IP68 water and debris-proof, has a 12 hour rechargeable battery that will charge a smartphone and a noise cancelling speakerphone with voice control allowing you to give commands to your mobile device. It sells for $99.99 US.

The slightly larger Ready Pro has what the Solo has and more. It too is IP68 waterproof and totally resistant to dust and dirt. It sports a 14 hour battery and comes with an action mount that’s compatible with most of GoPro’s existing ecosystem. Pair any two READY PRO speakers together using BRAVEN’s TrueWireless technology for a true left and right stereo experience. The Ready Pro sells for $149.99 US.

Next up is the Ready Prime, with its dual passive subwoofers and twin full range drivers that can deliver music for 17 hours. There are reinforced alloy anchor points so it can be strapped to boats, motorcycles and outdoor vehicles. It can get as wet and dirty as possible with IP68 certification that’s designed to withstand up to 30 minutes in one meter of water. Charge any USB device from its 4400mAh battery bank when they’re running low. Two Ready Prime speakers can also be paired for true stereo. It sells for $199.99 US.

Then there’s the Ready Elite. Dual subwoofers develop deep bass balanced by twin, extended range drivers that deliver 12 hours of sound with its 5200mAh rechargeable battery. The Ready Elite has cast alloy tie down points that let you strap it to anything and a drop-proof thermoplastic housing with an aircraft grade aluminum grille. Strap it to boats, UTVs, or whatever—its IP68 certification makes it completely waterproof, dustproof and debris proof, enduring wet, muddy or sandy environments. Like the Ready Pro and Prime speakers, the Elite can be paired for true stereo. It sells for $299.99 US.

The Ready Pro, Prime and Elite speakers have Bluetooth Smart functionality facilitating power, customization, control, and connectivity in virtually any environment via the BRAVEN Smart App.

Visit braven.com for more info and a look at Braven’s many other speakers.