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Get ready to use Apple Pay on your next Target & taco run

NEWS – Apple announced in a recent press release that Target and Taco Bell will be joining the growing (and already large) list of merchants who will accept Apple Pay.

Apple Pay is rolling out now in Target stores and will be available in all 1,850 locations across the US in the coming weeks. Customers can use Apple Pay today at more than 245 Hy-Vee stores in the Midwest and inside the store at all of Speedway’s approximately 3,000 locations across the Midwest, East Coast and Southeast. Apple Pay is also rolling out to more than 7,000 Taco Bell and 2,200 Jack in the Box locations in the next few months.

Target, in particular, seems to have been holding out on Apple Pay, instead focusing on its own Wallet app launched in late 2017 for speedy in-store checkout. As someone who uses their Apple Watch to pay for nearly everything from gas to groceries, I’m happy to add another frequently visited store to that list.

However, on a sour note, Target confirmed via Twitter that their REDCard, which saves members 5% each time they use it, will not be added to Apple Pay. Hopefully, they can remedy that quickly, as now I’m forced to make the decision at the register as to whether I want to dig out my REDCard and remember my pin to save 5% or simply wave my hand over the terminal and be on my way.

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Get ready to use Apple Pay on your next Target & taco run originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 24, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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NOMATIC Notebook and Planner have useful added features

NEWS – We’re big fans of notebooks, journals and planners here at The Gadgeteer, especially ones that have unique, extra features, like the NOMATIC Notebook and NOMATIC Planner.  Both of these notebooks are 5.5 x 8.75 inches and include whiteboard paper, three bookmark ribbons, dual elastic straps, pen holder (see photo above), back pocket, perforated pages, and lay-flat design.  Additionally, the Planner includes both weekly and monthly planner, goal mapping, to-do lists, effectiveness activities, and daily goals.  They also include a 100% satisfaction Lifetime Guarantee.  Available in Black or Mint colors with the Notebook priced at $24.99 and the Planner priced at $29.99.  Visit NOMATIC.com for more info or to order.

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NOMATIC Notebook and Planner have useful added features originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on January 23, 2019 at 12:00 pm.

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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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