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Gadgeteer looks back at the PalmPilot, Saddleback keyboard case, Mobile Edge messenger bag, and more – Weekly roundup

NEWS – We were busy this week with four articles, eight reviews, and seventeen news posts. I’ll bet you haven’t read them all so browse through the complete list below just to double check.

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Gadgeteer looks back at the PalmPilot, Saddleback keyboard case, Mobile Edge messenger bag, and more – Weekly roundup originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 9, 2019 at 4:53 pm.

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Hupnos Self Learning Snoring Mask: Better cohabitation through technology

NEWS – Topping the list of things my wife would tell me to order immediately, the Hupnos sleep mask is a new entrant into a market full of nose strips, tilting beds and other devices designed to bring harmony to snorers and those who share a bed with them. What makes the Hupnos mask different than other technologies is that it’s a smart system that analyzes your snoring patterns and uses multiple approaches to get you to quiet down.


The Hupnos looks like a cross between a set of VR goggles and a diving mask. It covers your entire eyes and most of your nose. It has an elastic band that wraps around your head along a silicone nose piece that’s form fitted, removable for washing and, according to the company, guaranteed to fit your face. The mask communicates with an app through Bluetooth and has a battery life of more than twenty hours. It currently works with both IOS and Android.

To work its anti-snoring magic, the Hupnos relies on a two-stage process that utilizes accelerometers, positional sensors, and vibration motors, along with an app to learn your snoring habits. The app will record your snoring throughout the night, allowing you to figure out what seems to exacerbate or minimize your snoring.

In the first stage, the Hupnos employs a gentle vibration when the mask detects that you’re snoring. Often simply changing positions is enough to interrupt your snoring pattern. If that doesn’t work, the second phase is activated where the mask increases the exhalation pressure of the user’s breath through the nosepiece. Called EPAP, or expiratory positive airway pressure, this technique uses exhaling breath to keep the throat from narrowing, and, hopefully, stopping you from snoring. Although EPAP is not a new technology, the Hupnos mask allows the user to adjust the pressure to suit their comfort level.

The Hupnos was fully funded on Indegogo in December and has started shipping to backers. You can order directly from the site with delivery expected by April of this year. The current price is $125 and includes the mask, a micro USD cable, quick start guide, and a link to download the app.

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Hupnos Self Learning Snoring Mask: Better cohabitation through technology originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 9, 2019 at 12:39 pm.

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Moshi’s Tego Sling messenger bag offers cut-proof protection

NEWS – The tide is turning toward sling bags. Thin devices and larger screens are convincing users that bracing their device against their back is great for protecting those fragile slabs of glass from breakage. Being able to slide the sling around and not lean on it while on public transit or for security in crowds adds to the appeal. Moshi has done us all a favor and created a nicely proportioned bag called the Tego with cut-proof materials and an integrated (removable) stabilizer strap.

The entry to the bag is against your body, along with an outer RFIC-shielded pocket for your phone or wallet or passport. Looks like an interesting design, but there are no pictures of the internals. Visit Moshi for more info and Amazon to order one for $135.99

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Moshi’s Tego Sling messenger bag offers cut-proof protection originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 9, 2019 at 11:00 am.

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Imaginations fly high with PowerUp 2.0 paper airplane motor

NEWS – Let your imagination and creativity sore to new heights with the PowerUp 2.0 paper airplane conversion kit electric motor.

In just minutes you can convert your own paper airplane into a motorized flying machine.

The PowerUp 2.0 includes:

  • 50K RPM motor
  • Carbon-fiber body
  • Reinforced nylon nose clip
  • Quick-charge port
  • Charger (3 AA batteries not included)

The kit is designed to maximize flying time, yet durable enough for those inevitable crash landings.

Each charge takes only 20 seconds, and each set of batteries is good for about 50 charges.

This gadget is ideal for those interested in paper airplanes, STEM, aerodynamics or just making things fly and crash. It could also be a fun option if you’re looking for a hands-on activity for your class, birthday party or scouting event.

When paired with a paper-airplane folding kit or construction book, along with some heavy-duty paper, the PowerUp 2.0 could make for a cool, unique gift for the children in your life (or the kids at heart!).

Available on Amazon for $16.99, currently offering a 10-percent off coupon.

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Imaginations fly high with PowerUp 2.0 paper airplane motor originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 9, 2019 at 9:00 am.

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Micro Drone 4.0, Spoke pen, Paper Guardian notebook, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

NEWS – This week I’m bringing you four Kickstarter crowdfunding campaigns and one campaign from Indiegogo. We have pens, drones, “notebooks”, and more. Let’s check them out.

Micro Drone 4.0




What is it?

The Micro Drone is a palm-sized autonomous drone that captures smooth aerial video and is priced under $200.

Why do I like it?

I’ve been on the lookout for an ultraportable drone that has a decent feature set without hurting my wallet. The Micro Drone 4.0 looks pretty sweet at less than $200. It has a 2 axis gimbal which is a must-have if you want smooth footage, and it’s going to have cool features like autonomous flight and 360 orbiting around objects of interest. Another plus is that these guys already have a successful drone campaign under their belts.

Where can I find more info?

The Micro Drone campaign ends on 3/1/19 and they have already met their funding goal of $75,000. You can pre-order an Micro Drone starting at $145. After the Micro Drone campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in June 2019. Visit their Indiegogo page for all the details.

Spoke Pen

blurb by Andy Jacobs

What is it?

The Spoke Pen is, “a streamlined geometric-deco style in a world of minimal cylindrical machined pens.”

Why do I like it?

This campaign is a collaboration between Brian Conti of Spoke Design and Brian Dowdy of The Pen Addict. You could not have a better combo of pen technical knowledge and the ability to bring campaigns to life. Brian Conti has produced some really cleverly designed, solidly built, and successfully-crowdfunded products in the past, so I am confident in his ability to make this one happen. He has also been progressively updating his original Spoke Pencil design for several years now, with the latest evolution being the Spoke Pen, which he has been working on for some time. The Spoke Pen continues the familiar “spoke” shape and includes an aluminum barrel grip in either aluminum or titanium, a magnetic cap, a spring clip, and anodized colors. It’s also been designed to accommodate the Uni-ball Signo DX cartridge.

Where can I find more info?

The Spoke Pen campaign ends on March 9, 2019. To date, over 600 backers have already pledged over $50,000 toward the $20,000 funding goal. Pledge packages start at $55 for a single aluminum-grip Spoke Pen shipped to the USA and increase from there based on the options selected. Visit the Spoke Pen campaign site for more information or to become a backer.

Re:ease – The Modular Desk Organizer with 11 Features

What is it?

Re:ease is a modular desk organization system that is made of small magnetic modules that include a pen holder, a wireless phone charger, stapler, hole punch, and more.

Why do I like it?

I like Re:ease because I’m a stationary and an organization nerd. Combining both seems like a win win for me because I don’t like a messy and unorganized workspace.

Something to consider before pledging

Rewards aren’t estimated to ship until November which is a very long time to wait.

Where can I find more info?

The Re:ease campaign ends on 3/7/19 and they are still working towards their funding goal of $17,013. You can pre-order a Re:ease starting at $124. After the Re:ease campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in November 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

Paper Guardian Zero-waste Refillable Notebook

What is it?

Paper Guardian is a paper holder that lets you recycle regular used paper to create a refillable notebook that never runs out of paper.

Why do I like it?

I like the Paper Guardian because it lets you reuse paper that you would otherwise throw in the trash. I also like that has a built-in straight edge that you can use to resize the paper into an A5 sized notebook which is my favorite size to use because it’s more manageable and can easily fit into bags.

Something to consider before pledging

Rewards aren’t estimated to ship until December which is a very long time to wait.

Where can I find more info?

The Paper Guardian campaign ends on 3/1/19 and they are still working towards their funding goal of $35,000. You can pre-order a Paper Guardian starting at $37. After the Paper Guardian campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in December 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

DualFuel – Charge Any Device on the Go

What is it?

DualFuel is a pocket-sized emergency power bank that can charge any of your USB gadgets and it’s a flameless lighter.

Why do I like it?

I like products that can have dual uses and the DualFuel fits that criteria. You can use it to charge your phone or other gadget and if you need to burn something, you can do that too. Because who wants to sit around rubbing two sticks together when they have a flameless lighter in their pocket. Nobody! Even better is the fact that this lighter doesn’t use lighter fluid so there are no consumables to manage. Yay!

Where can I find more info?

The DualFuel campaign ends on 2/28/19 and they are still working towards their funding goal of $9,712. You can pre-order a DualFuel starting at $45. After the DualFuel campaign ends, rewards are estimated to start shipping in July 2019. Visit their Kickstarter page for all the details.

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Micro Drone 4.0, Spoke pen, Paper Guardian notebook, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 8, 2019 at 12:19 pm.

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