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The Fugoo Style-S Bluetooth wireless speaker is as active as you are


After reviewing many Fugoo speakers; the original Fugoo, Sport XL and Go, I can say that Fugoo makes some of the best wireless Bluetooth speakers available. Since the original and XL speakers came in small and really big, Fugoo stole an idea from Goldilocks and created a speaker that’s not too small or too big, but just right. Introducing the Fugoo Style-S—their newest IP67 rated water-proof, dust-proof, mud-proof and shock-proof Bluetooth wireless speaker. Sized between the original Style and Style XL, the Style-S comes with a few new tricks not available on the other speakers.

The new Style-S uses the newest Bluetooth 4.2 and can be paired with another for true left/right stereo from the same source. Or simply play one in the kitchen and a second in another room or backyard in double mode.

It weighs just 1 pound 7 ounces, so it’s easy to hold and take on the road. Music can be streamed from any Bluetooth (or headphone jack-equipped) smartphone, tablet, MP3 player or PC. 20 watts of power (way more than the original Style’s 6.5 watts) make it perfect for a house party, BBQ or outdoor use. Two full range drivers and two passive radiators deliver  93 dB loudness so you can hear music over the outdoor action.

The FUGOO Style-S can also be used as a speakerphone, featuring an omni-directional microphone with echo cancellation and background noise reduction. It supports Apple Siri and Android Google Now voice control services, making it easy to call someone or check the latest sports scores.

The Style-S is made from specially reinforced case material with seals and shock absorbers to protect internal parts from life’s bumps and drops. The seals protect the speaker from elements such as water up to 3 feet. In addition, the FUGOO Sport Style-S floats, so if it falls in the water, it’s easily retrievable. There’s also many accessories available for the Style-S, such as a bike mount, strap mount, Bluetooth remote and more.

The Fugoo Style-S speaker is available now from Fugoo for $149.99 US.

Visit Fugoo for more information and check for the Sport Style-S to show up on their Amazon listings.

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Learn how padlocks work with one that you can see thru


Have you ever wondered how a padlock’s locking mechanism works? Now you can find out with this clear see thru padlock from Mazu. Designed as a learning tool for locksmiths, this clear plastic lock is a fully functioning padlock.

It comes with 29 parts that allow you to learn the inner workings of a lock by assembling one yourself. Note that you don’t want to use this lock to secure anything of value since it is made of plastic.

The Mazu DIY Clear Demonstration & Practice Padlock is priced at less than $7 from Amazon, which has a large selection of similar clear lock sets. Some that even come with lockpicks if you want to learn that skill as well. Just make sure you use the skill for good and not evil.

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This slingshot uses frickin laser beams


Remember when you were a kid and you made a slingshot with a Y-shaped stick, some elastic and used rocks as ammo? That was then and this is now. Behold the Assolar SS-12 multi-function super power stainless hunting laser slingshot of the future.

The SS-12 slingshot features a stainless steel frame, an infrared sight, and a laser flashlight, all of which should improve the accuracy of your aim.

The Assolar isn’t an ordinary slingshot though. In addition to launching pellets or small rocks, the SS-12 can shoot arrows! Daryl Dixon needs one of these bad boys to dispatch his next horde of zombies.

To shoot arrows with the slingshot, you just attach a special bracket which is included in the package. It’s up to you to supply the arrows. The

The Assolar SS-12 Multi-function Super Power Stainless Hunting Laser Slingshot looks like a lot of fun – until someone puts an eye out.

You can buy one for $84.98 at Amazon.

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This one time at space camp… I built a Saturn V rocket out of LEGO


Oh LEGO, you know the way to a geek’s heart is through their love of rockets and space. Just take a nice long look at this ultra cool model of the NASA Apollo Saturn V rocketship. Designed by Felix Stiessen and Valérie Roche of the LEGO Ideas team, this model is a 1:110 scale replica of the rocket that was the first one to put humans on the moon and it also launched Skylab.

This LEGO model stands over 3 feet tall and features 1969 pieces which just happens to be the year that the Saturn V took the first humans to the moon.

Included with the model are 3 minifig astronauts and 3 stands that allow you to display the Saturn V in sections horizontally.

The model will be priced at $119.99 and will be available on June 1st, 2017. For more info go to the LEGO Ideas blog.

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The highly anticipated Monoprice Maker Select Mini 3D Printer V2 is now shipping


After teasing at CES in January, Monoprice has started shipping the Maker Select Mini 3D Printer V2. This is one of the most widely acclaimed entry-level 3D printers on the market. The V2 boasts some exclusive improvements to the V1 including an all-metal print nozzle and mainboard cooling fan,  as well as some ergonomic improvements. 

Look for my first foray into 3D printing and a detailed review in the next few weeks. For more info on this printer visit Monoprice. The Maker Select Mini 3D Printer V2 is priced at $219.99 and can be purchased directly from Monoprice or Amazon.

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