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Mute+ adds an extra level of privacy to your smart speaker

Let’s face it, if you use a smart speaker in your home privacy has become a meaningful and valid concern. So, if you own an Amazon smart speaker and are a little paranoid about having the device listen to you 24/7 the Mute+ from Smartē might be the perfect answer to those concerns.

The Mute+ is a device that fits directly on top of your Echo, Echo Plus, or Echo Dot that provides an extra level of privacy. It uses noise-canceling technology similar to that used in headphones to keep Alexa from hearing everything you say. It’s kinda like a set of earplugs for Alexa.

NEWS – Mute+ is powered by 3x AAA batteries and is very easy to use. Just place it on top of your speaker and turn it on when you need a little privacy.

A press of the devices center button sets the six-lighted privacy timer in increments of 10 minutes, for up to an hour at a time.

When the device is turned off your smart speaker works like normal. There’s even a clear ring around the bottom of the Mute+ plus that allows you to see the speaker’s motion light.

The Smartē Mute+ comes in black or white and is available from mysmartlife.com for $24.99.

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Mute+ adds an extra level of privacy to your smart speaker originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 23, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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It’s a nickel, it’s a knife, it’s a covert nickel knife

NEWS – How many times have you daydreamed about a knife hidden inside a nickel? Never? Me neither. But for those of you out there that have this dream, this post is for you. You can now own your very own nickel knife. It looks like a nickel and will probably spend like a nickel (not recommended). But hidden in the edge of the coin is a tiny flip out stainless steel razor blade. Practical? Doubtful. Useful? Again, doubtful. Conversation starter? Yes. If you want to buy one, it will cost way more than a nickel, but if you’re interested it’s priced at $39.99 on Amazon. Check out the video below that shows it in action.

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It’s a nickel, it’s a knife, it’s a covert nickel knife originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 23, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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SnapCap lets you securely hang your cap almost anywhere

NEWS – As I’ve shared previously, I’m a fan of caps—I have several of them that I wear in heavy rotation and many of mine are either fitted or elastic-fit, so they don’t have that adjustable strap in the back.  For my fitted or elastic-fit ones, I often wish I had a way to attach them to the outside of my bag for EDC or travel, rather than having to jam them inside.  Recently I stumbled upon the SnapCap, made by DSPTCH.  It’s a combination hook/clamp that grips your hat in a way that won’t damage it, and lets you hang it from just about anywhere that you can attach its carabiner-like spring-hook.  It even allows you to carry more than one hat at a time, and clamp them all securely.  SnapCap retails for $9.99.  Visit SnapCap.com for more info or to order.

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SnapCap lets you securely hang your cap almost anywhere originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 22, 2019 at 12:00 pm.

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Wave to the Airthings Wave Mini to check the air quality in the room

NEWS – I’ve become a fan of Airthings products after reviewing their Wave radon detector last spring. That detector may have saved my life. More on that story in an update to my review coming soon, but the news for right now is that Airthings has added a new product to their line up called the Wave Mini. The Wave Mini is a small battery powered air quality monitor that you can put in various rooms throughout your home to keep an eye on the temperature, humidity, and Airborne chemicals (TVOCs) and track the levels. It might be strange to think of air pollution inside your home, but it exists and certain TVOCs can have a negative impact on your body if you’re exposed to them over time. The Wave Mini will show a visual indicator with a quick wave of your hand or by checking the mobile app and even works with Google Home and IFTTT so you can create custom alerts in the event of critical levels. The Airthings Wave Mini air quality monitor will be priced at $79 and will be available for pre-order beginning January 31 at airthings.com.

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Wave to the Airthings Wave Mini to check the air quality in the room originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 22, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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iRig Micro Amp announced by IK Multimedia

NEWS – Looking for an ultra-portable guitar amp with app connectivity that can even connect to an external cabinet? Then today is your lucky day as IK Multimedia has just announced their brand new iRig Micro Amp.

The Micro Amp weighs only 2.6 lbs, but with 15W of wall connected power or 7.5 on batteries should be able to crank up when you need it to.

The USB connection, borrowing from iRig’s HD2 mobile guitar interface, allows you to connect an iPhone/iPad directly or to a Mac/PC with the included Amplitube 4 software.

Take a jump to IK Multimedia’s website for all the details and to place a pre-order if it’s what you’ve been looking for. The iRig Micro Amp should begin shipping in March this year and is priced at $149.99.

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