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Now you can carry Audioengine sound with you

NEWS – When I’m asked to recommend speakers, Audioengine is always at the top of my list, no matter the budget. The reason is simple, Audioengine makes unpretentious, well-made speakers that perform beyond their cost, whether it’s the petite A2+ or higher end HD6 speakers. And now Audioengine has applied their speaker expertise to make the 512 portable Bluetooth speaker.

Don’t let the size of the portable 512 speaker fool you. It’s small enough to carry wherever you go, yet will still produce sound that’s bigger than its size. The 512 has surprising imaging and a large soundstage—something not associated with a small speaker. Audioengine wanted the 512 to be different by incorporating full-range transducers and a passive bass radiator to produce firm bass and a solid midrange with clean highs.

The 512 will stream instantly all your favorite music services, apps, and devices—Tidal, Spotify, Apple Music, you name it.

The 512 has an impressive battery life with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that charges fast and plays up to 12 hours. Its wireless range is an impressive 100 ft—far wider than the standard 30 ft Bluetooth range. It uses the latest Bluetooth 5.0 for better sound quality. The 512 also comes with an AUX port for wired connection.

The Audioengine 512 portable Bluetooth speaker comes in either black or forest green and is priced at $169. Visit audioengineusa.com for more information.

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Now you can carry Audioengine sound with you originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 24, 2019 at 8:10 am.

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Wallets, bags, and microwaves – Weekly roundup

NEWS – Spring is finally here! If you’re not outdoors enjoying the sun, sit down and take a look at this list of everything we posted this week. I’m sure there’s something you missed.

ARTICLES

5 ways 5G technology will change our gadget usage on March 19, 2019 by Kayla Matthews
7 Gamification apps for every situation on March 18, 2019 by Kayla Matthews

REVIEWS

RHA TrueConnect true wireless in-ear headphones review on March 23, 2019 by Bill Henderson
Airtame 2 screen sharing system review on March 23, 2019 by Smythe Richbourg
ROV 2-in-1 Wallet/Bag review on March 22, 2019 by Bob Patterson
Mousetrapper 2.0 alternative mouse review on March 21, 2019 by Julian Perry
totallee iPhone Xs Max screen protector review on March 21, 2019 by Dave Rees
Cuisinart CMW-110 microwave oven with sensor cook & inverter technology review on March 20, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
JooJoobs Leather Biker Wallet review on March 20, 2019 by Julian Perry
Bluetooth Aluminum Number Keypad review on March 19, 2019 by Julian Perry
NITECORE TUP 1000 lumen EDC flashlight review on March 19, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
Purist Mover thermal bottle review on March 18, 2019 by Erik Faust
SERK Duo-entry Drawstring Backpack review on March 18, 2019 by Jacob Haas
Mobile Edge Alienware Vindicator 2.0 Backpack and Neoprene Sleeve review on March 17, 2019 by Joe Porletto
Schon DSGN Classic Machined pen review on March 17, 2019 by Dave Rees

Turn your attic room into your personal balcony with the Velux Cabrio balcony on March 23, 2019 by Garry Kolb
The new Timbuk2 Especial series is made for weathering the storm on March 23, 2019 by Bob Patterson
Belt buckles that James Bond could use if he had Oprah’s bank account on March 22, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
Dyson lights the way with new products on March 22, 2019 by Bill Henderson
Put a dry erase board on your desk instead of your wall on March 21, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
MoviePass tries unlimited again – with limits on March 21, 2019 by Garry Kolb
Pound nails not fingers with the Safety Nailer on March 20, 2019 by Michael Strange
MEZONE TWS earbuds sound great and also charge wirelessly – Notable crowdfunding campaign on March 20, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
Woof – spritz! PetSafe training collars use safe spray for pooch behavior modification on March 19, 2019 by Garry Kolb
FIXD Automotive puts a VIZR heads up display in your car on March 19, 2019 by Erik Faust
GEESAA Your Home Barista pour over brewer system on March 18, 2019 by Samuel Pair
Traeger’s new Pro WiFi pellet grill is smarter, faster, and smokier on March 18, 2019 by Michael Strange
Organize your favorite pens, pencils, and other writing gear in this gorgeous wooden box on March 17, 2019 by Julie Strietelmeier
Minaal Day Bag and Carry-on 2.0 Bag are ideal for EDC or one-bag travel on March 17, 2019 by Andy Jacobs
Bellroy launches a new luxury leather line, and boy does it look good. on March 17, 2019 by Bob Patterson

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Wallets, bags, and microwaves – Weekly roundup originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 23, 2019 at 5:09 pm.

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Turn your attic room into your personal balcony with the Velux Cabrio balcony

NEWS – Do you have a room in your attic? Is it dark? Did you find it impossible to add natural light because of the pitch of the roof? Velux can add light, and add a balcony with their innovative Cabrio roof window and balcony combination.

The Cabrio installs like a skylight but can be opened to produce a personal balcony, allowing you to enjoy your morning coffee with a view. The upper section is top-hung and opens outward. The bottom section unfolds into a glazed balcony with side railings. Cabrio adds to your outdoor living space while also being able to provide filtered fresh air to your attic space when closed.

Cabrio comes with a clear coated pine interior finish, multiple exterior frame colors and in one size:

Outside frame (W” x H”) 37-1/16 x 99-1/4
Rough opening/ Finished frame (W” x H”) 39-3/8 x 101

Velux estimates completed installed costs to range from $4,450-$4,850 to replace a skylight with a Cabrio and $5,350-$5,950 for a new installation.

For more information and to find Velux certified installers, visit Velux.

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Turn your attic room into your personal balcony with the Velux Cabrio balcony originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 23, 2019 at 12:00 pm.

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The new Timbuk2 Especial series is made for weathering the storm

NEWS – Rain can be a drag if the wet gets into your gear, but Timbuk2 has you covered. The Especial Messenger was introduced a few years ago for the hardcore bike commuter, and 2019 brings us some new designs to protect your stuff from gnarly weather forecasts.

We’ve got three new bags in the series for 2019. The Especial Scope (shown in the picture) is a top-loading pack with a waterproof external admin panel that can expand from 24 to 36 liters of carrying capacity. The Especial Shelter is a monster roll-top pack with a 48 liter capacity. The Especial Stash is a new 20 liter messenger bag design with a beefed-up shoulder strap for comfortable carry. Each bag features extra waterproofing, magnetic clasps, reflective hits for biking, a padded and waterproof 15″ laptop compartment, and an external mesh pouch for your water bottle or U-lock. The color scheme is urban-cool black on black.

We have an assortment of Timbuk2 packs and messengers in my house; I’ve been a fan for a long time. I never got my hands on the original Especial Messenger but it gets consistently great reviews for its design and use of high-end hardware/materials. It looks like those elements have been carried through in the new series. Each bag in the lineup retails for under $200. Check them out on the Timbuk2 web site!

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The new Timbuk2 Especial series is made for weathering the storm originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 23, 2019 at 9:00 am.

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Belt buckles that James Bond could use if he had Oprah’s bank account

NEWS – Yes, this is a belt buckle. I know it looks more like… well… I am not really sure what it looks like. But trust me, it’s a belt buckle for the very VERY rich. How rich? I’m not sure because I can’t find any up to date pricing. I found a 5 year old article from 2014 that mentioned $400,000. Yes, that’s a 4 followed by a lot of zeros.

Roland Iten design and makes these luxury belt buckles because he felt there needed to be a better way to adjust the tightness of the belt when you sit. To solve that problem, he created a collection of buckles that feature some crazy mechanics made of expensive materials as well as precious gems. Check out this video which shows how the buckles work.

You can learn more about these incredible belt buckles and other insanely priced gear that you will never own by visiting Roland Iten.

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Tagged: Belt

Belt buckles that James Bond could use if he had Oprah’s bank account originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on March 22, 2019 at 11:51 am.

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