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Garmin Speak Plus Dash Cam connects you to Alexa and gives you additional safety

NEWS – Today’s new cars are coming equipped with more and more safety features and applications that work hand-in-hand with our cellphones. However, this doesn’t do much for those of us driving older model cars that did not come with now standard safety enhancements. Garmin has set out to help those of us who would like those features without buying a new car with the Garmin Speak Plus Dash Cam. This small camera (smaller than a deck of playing cards) packs a considerable number of features for its size.

Garmin has incorporated their navigation system to include lane departure, forward collision warning, and an HD dash camera; all while adding the capabilities of the Amazon Alexa app to help get you where you need to go safely via Bluetooth connection to your phone and/or vehicle via AUX cable connection. Also, there is a “Go” alert that will let you know when traffic has started moving at an intersection in case you’ve been distracted in some way. Navigation and other commands are executable simply by speaking to the Garmin Speak Plus just as you would to any Amazon device. You can create shopping lists, play music, or even check for the closest gas station without taking your hands off the steering wheel.

The camera records at up to 1080p resolution at 30 frames per second onto an included MicroSD card. These videos are downloadable onto your phone via the Garmin Speak app instantly should an incident occur on the road.  There are just two apps required to be downloaded to enable all of the features of this device: Amazon Alexa and Garmin Speak.

Currently, the Garmin Speak Plus Dash Cam can be found on Garmin’s website for $179.99. These are available at many popular online retailers like Best Buy, so it may be worthwhile to shop around to find the best deal.

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Garmin Speak Plus Dash Cam connects you to Alexa and gives you additional safety originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 5, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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Razer adds more gaming gear to their Quartz Pink product line

NEWS – Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Razer recently announced that more of their gaming products have been added to their Quartz Pink product line.  Last year Razer refreshed four products in their lineup of high-performance gear with this new pink color; this year they added eight new items, including a mouse, a headset, and a laptop computer.  Razer is best known as a lifestyle brand for video gamers, and with these products they’ve promised gamers girls will find an “unfair advantage in both performance and looks.”

These pink power products are available exclusively on Razer’s online store, and several are sold together in bundles, which slightly reduce the cost.  Here’s the complete list of products available in Quartz Pink:

  • Razer Basilisk mouse
  • Razer Goliathus Extended Chroma mouse mat
  • Razer Huntsman keyboard
  • Razer Kraken headset
  • Razer Raiju Tournament Edition controller for PS4
  • Razer Seiren X microphone
  • Razer Base Station Chroma headset stand
  • Quartz case for Razer Phone 2

The price of these specially-colored items are same as their black and venom green counterparts; there’s no “pink tax” for the girls. Head over to razer.com for more info.

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Razer adds more gaming gear to their Quartz Pink product line originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 5, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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Mystery Ranch Updated ASAP Pack

Exterior view of Mystery Ranch ASAP backpack

If you are looking to upgrade your day bag or create the ultimate dad bag, Mystery Ranch of Boseman, Montana recently released an updated version of their smallest assault pack, the ASAP. Like many of their other assault packs, the ASAP uses their patented 3-Zip design to allow you to access even the deepest recesses of the pack without having to unload everything from the top. The military / tactical design of the ASAP means it will stand out in a crowd and stand up to just about any abuse you can throw at it.

The main compartment has three pockets, of which two are designed for holding water reservoirs, but can also swallow light jackets, water bottles, or a changing pad, baby wipes, and diapers with ease. In addition to the main compartment, there is a small compartment in the top lid. MOLLE / PALS (pouch attachment ladder system) webbing on the outside of the ASAP allows for expansion and customization using any pouches that utilize the PALS system of attachment.

Interior view of Mystery Ranch ASAP pack

The ASAP utilizes Mystery Ranch’s internal Futura Yoke system to customize the fit of the pack to your torso once you’ve selected one of the three frame sizes. ASAP packs are available in four colors: black, coyote (tan), foliage (green) and multicam (green with multiple shades of brown).

Mystery Ranch designs and manufactures all their assault packs in the United States. While many of their mountaineering packs are available through various brick-and-mortar retailers in the United States, most of their assault packs are only available from their website www.mysteryranch.com. The ASAP retails for $275.

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Mystery Ranch Updated ASAP Pack originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 4, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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Relieve muscle soreness anytime anywhere with the Morph collapsible foam roller

NEWS – There are several benefits to using a foam roller, like encouraging muscle recovery and boosting circulation and flexibility. However, traditional foam rollers are big, bulky and awkward to carry with you. The Morph collapsible foam roller gives you all the benefits of foam rolling with less bulk and more portability.

This sturdy fold-and-go foam roller designed by former NFL player Nate Lawrie folds flat for easy portability and storing. The roller is made of high-density foam and can handle up to 350 pounds.

Expanding the Morph is done by simultaneously pulling on the drawstring pullers until the end disks pop into place. Collapse it by pushing on the disks at each end and fold flat.

When collapsed the roller is only 2-inches in height. Making it small enough to fit easily inside of a gym bag, locker, or luggage. The roller expands to 5 and a half inches when opened.

You can choose from a traditional smooth surface or a deep tissue ridged surface in either sunset orange or midnight blue.

There are even workout cards included to help you get rolling. The Morph collapsible foam roller is available from The Grommet for $68.

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Relieve muscle soreness anytime anywhere with the Morph collapsible foam roller originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 4, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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Lenovo’s Smart Clock with Google Assistant will make sure you wake up on time

NEWS – At CES 2019,  revealed the Smart Clock with Google Assistant, the latest in its line of smart living products.  First and foremost, it’s a clock.  It has a four-inch display that tells the time and sounds the alarm in the morning.  It is, however, much more than just a clock.  It can gradually turn up the lights in the room, display the first event on your schedule, find out how long your morning commute will be, and read the morning news to you.  All this is done by voice — “Hey, Google!” — and is powered by Google Assistant.

Lenovo’s device is smart.  It can play music or a podcast, search the web, and display the weather.  It can perform groups of related commands in the morning, known as a routine.  It even lets you pick what keywords trigger what routines.  It’s also connected.  It interoperates with other smart devices and allows you check your front security camera, turn on the coffee pot, or listen in your baby to make sure he’s still sleeping, all from the comfort of your bed.

The Smart Clock has a 6-watt speaker, a touch screen running at 800 x 480, a USB port for charging your phone, and Bluetooth connectivity, but unlike its competitor, the Amazon Echo Spot, it doesn’t have a camera.  That’s a smart idea for any device that will be the bedroom.

The Smart Clock is covered in a soft, grey fabric.  From the display it tapers down to a much smaller back, making it less obtrusive on your nightstand.  It’s priced at $79.99 and will be available spring 2019. Visit lenovo.com for more details.

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Lenovo’s Smart Clock with Google Assistant will make sure you wake up on time originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 3, 2019 at 11:00 am.

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