I had a little race car when I was a kid. Just trying to get it to run around an oval track was a frustrating experience–especially when friends of mine were going to track events on a regular basis.
Swann dropped the iFly Micro Lighting in my hands, and after some of these premier devices I was a touch skeptical. Thankfully, the iFML has a few tricks up its rotors… +Continue Reading
In the world of motor sports, the skills necessary for gymkhana are almost contradictory: Cars need to have precision handling for the technical demands of the timed course, while at the same time be loose enough to drift and spin when required. When Traxxas was tasked with creating a licensed version of the Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta, they had to craft a vehicle that was versatile enough to handle all of the demands of a gymkhana road course; unfortunately, when we think of something being “versatile,” we usually think”Jack of all trades, master of none.”
This is NOT the case with the Traxxas.
Read on, and find out how this 1/16 scale beast will satisfy both the road racer AND the drifter in the family…without making any compromises.
As shocking as this may seem, not everyone wants an iPod. Whether it’s a lack of interest in the iTunes ecosystem or simply the desire to save a few bucks, people are always looking for alternative MP3 players–and Ematic’s eSport Clip is here to give you a choice. A 4GB MP3/video player designed for people who want a dedicated media player while on the move, the eSport Clip is pretty packed with features (a 5MP digital camera, voice recorder, inbuilt clip to attach to your clothes or bag) considering its $29 price tag. We’ll have a full report when we get our hands on one; but for now, you can check out all of the details after the jump.
It was a great solution for moving and protecting gear on a short shoot. While it was perfectly capable for a DSLR, small collection of lenses, and a tablet, there will be times when you just need to haul more kit.
Of course Booq has a solution for you. It’s called the Python Pack.
So let’s take a look. +Continue Reading
Bags are rad.
I pretty much live my life out of various backpacks, sleeves, shoulder bags, and laptop cases.
I book a job. I pick my gear. I go.
Selecting the right way to haul my gear is almost as important as selecting the gear to haul.
Booq’s Python line of camera bags is more than happy to help; and for a day gig, the Courier bag would probably be my weapon of choice… +Continue Reading
I have to confess. This is going to be a difficult review for me to write, as the Personal Media Player market is in an interesting state of flux: Smartphones are attacking the PMP market from the smaller screen size side, and tablets are becoming more competitive at larger screen sizes.
The ability for dedicated PMP’s to differentiate themselves is quickly evaporating; however, the one advantage a company will always be able to leverage is price.
With that in mind, let’s take a look at Archos’ latest entry-level offering. +Continue Reading
You know you’re growing up when you look at your review table (who am I kidding, it’s the kitchen table), and with all the tablets, media players, smartphones, and toys, the device you’re most excited to review is a piece of office equipment.
I’m not totally nerding out on you guys though, because this particular piece of office gear just so happens to mulch up your documents in a very satisfying way… +Continue Reading
For those unfamiliar with this feature, our My Daily Kit segment is pretty much what it sounds like: an opportunity for me to share the actual gear that I keep with me on a daily basis. After our testing period, there are just some pieces of gear that I can’t bear to let go of, and become an indispensable part of my daily tech arsenal–and Booq’s Folio for iPad 2 is one such piece of tech. Carrying my iPad with me wherever I go, keeping it well protected (yet still portable) is a major priority–and the Folio does both…and does it with style.
I’m sure that by now you’ve probably heard how mobile devices, for better or for worse, are the preferred gaming console of consumers worldwide; it’s not so much that the “gaming experience” is better on your iPhone, iPad or Android handset–it’s just that we always have them with us, making casual gaming and impulse purchases that much more accessible. With the video game industry still in a state of flux, many publishers and developers are fighting this move to mobile gaming tooth and nail–while others, like Atari, are embracing this new trend. But Atari also knew that simply porting their existing library to modern devices might not be enough to capture the attention of today’s more savvy consumer; so they partnered with the folks at Discovery Bay Games to create a piece of retro hardware to give new life to older classics–and thus, the Atari Arcade Duo-Powered Joystick was born… +Continue Reading
Yes…we really do read your emails; and it seems that with the holiday season upon us, many of you wanted to know what our favorite gadget of the year was. While it may be hard to choose one favorite gadget for the entire year, finding our favorite piece of gear for the Summer was an easy call–and since it also makes a great holiday gift, we figured this was the perfect time to share. So what is it—a phone? A tablet? A video game console? Not even close. As we’ve told you before, sometimes the best gear takes a simple idea, and executes it brilliantly and beautifully–and that’s exactly what the Fiji Frozen Concoction Maker from Margaritaville does. So sit back, relax, and grab a small paper umbrella, as we tell you why the Fiji Frozen Concoction Maker may be the one appliance you never knew you couldn’t live without… +Continue Reading
Google has a tight relationship with Santa Claus (obviously) and has therefore convinced the jolly ol’ man to setup his own toll-free number. 1-855-34-SANTA will connect you straight to the North Pole where you can leave a message for the big guy yourself – perhaps this will save you a trip to the mall, or just entertain your kids as the big day approaches. Do let him know that we sent you…
Bridgestone is making major advancements to tire technology. This new curved resin design features air-free tires – which means you’ll never have to change a flat again. You can see them in action in this demo which clearly outlines how they work. There is still plenty of R&D ahead before we see these hit the mainstream, as they currently only support up to 330 pounds (enough for a golf cart with merely one rider); but the new technology clearly has tons of potential.
In the world of motor sports, the skills necessary for gymkhana are almost contradictory: Cars need to have precision handling for the technical demands of the timed course, while at the same time be loose enough to drift and spin when required. When Traxxas was tasked with creating a licensed version of the Ken Block Gymkhana Fiesta, they had to craft a vehicle that was versatile enough to handle all of the demands of a gymkhana road course; unfortunately, when we think of something being “versatile,” we usually think”Jack of all trades, master of none.”
For those unfamiliar with this feature, our My Daily Kit segment is pretty much what it sounds like: an opportunity for me to share the actual gear that I keep with me on a daily basis. After our testing period, there are just some pieces of gear that I can’t bear to let go of, and become an indispensable part of my daily tech arsenal–and Booq’s Folio for iPad 2 is one such piece of tech. Carrying my iPad with me wherever I go, keeping it well protected (yet still portable) is a major priority–and the Folio does both…and does it with style.
I’m sure that by now you’ve probably heard how mobile devices, for better or for worse, are the preferred gaming console of consumers worldwide; it’s not so much that the “gaming experience” is better on your iPhone, iPad or Android handset–it’s just that we always have them with us, making casual gaming and impulse purchases that much more accessible. With the video game industry still in a state of flux, many publishers and developers are fighting this move to mobile gaming tooth and nail–while others, like Atari, are embracing this new trend. But Atari also knew that simply porting their existing library to modern devices might not be enough to capture the attention of today’s more savvy consumer; so they partnered with the folks at 
Yes…we really do read your emails; and it seems that with the holiday season upon us, many of you wanted to know what our favorite gadget of the year was. While it may be hard to choose one favorite gadget for the entire year, finding our favorite piece of gear for the Summer was an easy call–and since it also makes a great holiday gift, we figured this was the perfect time to share. So what is it—a phone? A tablet? A video game console? Not even close. As we’ve told you before, sometimes the best gear takes a simple idea, and executes it brilliantly and beautifully–and that’s exactly what the Fiji Frozen Concoction Maker from Margaritaville does. So sit back, relax, and grab a small paper umbrella, as we tell you why the Fiji Frozen Concoction Maker may be the one appliance you never knew you couldn’t live without… 
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