The Pocket Shot
Whether you are hunter (seriously), survivalist, or just a backyard plinker the Pocket Shot ($25) might be something to throw in your EDC bag. It can shot at up to 350ft per second and is quicker and easier to load than a standard slingshot. As with anything getting accurate shots will take some practice. The […]
GoPro HeroCast Transmitter For Live Wireless HD Broadcasting
Broadcasters who use GoPro Hero cameras for unique immersive shots should be pretty excited about the GoPro HeroCast Transmitter. There are two versions the HeroCast and the HeroCast BacPac. The HeroCast transmitter makes it so that broadcasters can access and use the great video live via a wireless feed. In other words they don’t have […]
3D Robotics Solo Quadcopter
The market for out-of-the-box fully capable quadcopter just got pretty crowded. This is great news for the consumers of these gadgets as the pricing is starting to get more reasonable. Or at least the feature sets are matching the prices. The latest announcement in the video camera quadcopter arena comes from 3D Robotics (3DR) with […]
Fake Air Vent Safe Opens Via RFID
Whether you are hiding valuables or a pistol for defensive measures the QuickSafe Vent Safe ($219) is a pretty clever hiding place. I seriously doubt the typical crack-head burglar would have a chance at finding this stash. The Vent Safe fits between your standard 16-inch studs and uses an RFID card to unlock the contents. […]
Apple Watch Unboxing Video
If you are anxiously waiting until midnight to order your Apple Watch, here is an unboxing video to help tide you over. Florence Santrot of Metronews has gotten ahold of an Apple Watch and gives users a better idea of what to expect upon opening the box. I am glad the charging cable is nice […]
DJI Phantom 3 Quadcopter
DJI is on fire these days and has just announced the release of their latest quadcopter the Phantom 3. Similar body as the Phantom 2 with an option for a 4K camera. The Phantom 3 comes in two models with the main only difference being the camera and the price tag, the Advanced (1080P 60FPS) […]
New 3D Robotics Drone Release Date 4.13.15 Teaser
The folks at 3D Robotics are taking a page from Apples marketing playbook with an early teaser video for their newest drone. Most hobby, and even professional, quadcopter operators tend to gravitate to the DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ or the Yuneec Q500 Typhoon. The 3D Robotics quadcopters have never really garnered mainstream popularity, yet. The latest […]
Fascinations Deluxe Jellyfish Aquarium
One of the last critters I want to encounter while swimming in the ocean, a jellyfish, happens to be one of the most beautiful to watch. Assuming I am separated by a thick pane of glass. Now you can have the beauty of a saltwater jellyfish aquarium without the hassle of maintenance and cleaning. The […]
Inexpensive GoPro Alternative For $66 Shipped?
I am sure that the folks at GoPro aren’t super happy about the SJ4000 Waterproof Action Camera ($66). The camera, mounts, and case look awfully familiar if you know what I mean. I am not going to go into that here. The SJ400 sports camera has some pretty good specs, comes loaded with brackets, and […]
PiCO Titanium Bottle Opener
The PiCO may, or many not, be the smallest bottle opener available but it certainly is tiny. It is made of titanium and is smaller than a quarter. Perfect for the keychain. Yours for around $11 and currently on Kickstarter.