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The Awesomer ·

Making a Low-Budget Mad Scientist Lab Machine

Mad scientists in old-timey monster movies always had mysterious lab equipment that lit up and shot arcs of electricity between their towers. While this build from Van Oaks Props skips the lightning effects, it’s still a clever piece of Halloween decor, especially when you…

The Gadgeteer ·

Captain Price Gets a Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical for Modern Warfare 4

Gaming collaborations create a familiar problem for watch buyers. A famous character, franchise logo, or elaborate collector box can make a watch immediately interesting, but those details do not necessarily make it something you will still want to wear after the excitement…

The Awesomer ·

Mr. Brightside Sung by the Movies

The Unusual Suspect brings The Killers’ indie rock classic “Mr. Brightside” to life by assembling its lyrics from 144 movie scenes. The clever edit features everyone from Barbara Streisand to Batman singing the words made famous by frontman Brandon Flowers. Switch the audio…

The Awesomer ·

The Motorcycle Inn, Kodak, Tennessee

Start your engines, road trippers. The Motorcycle Inn is a themed motel and bike showroom near the Smokey Mountains with a different motorcycle and bike decor in each of its 23 unique rooms. Whether you lust for Ducatis, Yamahas, Indians, or Suzukis, you can sleep with…

MacRumors ·

50 New macOS Golden Gate Features and Changes Worth Checking Out

Apple released macOS 27 Golden Gate this week, and despite the company's focus this year on refining its flagship operating system, improving performance, and nixing bugs, there are still plenty of new things to explore. There's an overhauled Siri experience, changes across…

TechCrunch ·

Apple will let EU apps use less-alarming tracking-consent screens

Apple is changing its App Tracking Transparency prompts in parts of Europe after competition regulators said the system favored Apple over third-party apps, giving developers more flexibility over how they ask users for tracking consent.

The Awesomer ·

Making a Giant Leather LEGO Minifigure

After showing off their handmade morningstar, Red Forest Leather is back with another example of their craft. Using painstakingly cut, glued, and stitched pieces of leather, they created a larger-than-life sculpture inspired by a LEGO minifig. It even has articulated body…

The Gadgeteer ·

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Gets Korea Sales Bump After iPhone Duo Reveal

Buying a foldable phone means weighing a premium price against thickness, weight, durability, and the value of a larger display. Apple’s iPhone Duo gave buyers another major option, and Samsung may have benefited from the comparison. Price: From $1,849.99 Where to Buy: Amazon…

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The Awesomer ·

Real Avid Smart-Torq Driver Kit

The Real Avid Smart-Torq tool kit helps prevent damage caused by overtightening bolts on firearms, bikes, and other precision equipment. Its X3 driver works as a 72-tooth ratchet, T-handle, or screwdriver. The set includes six fixed-torque limiters from 15 to 65 in-lb, 12…

The Gadgeteer ·

This $179 AI Wristband Wants to Handle Your To-Do List for You

AI assistants can write emails, summarize documents, and answer questions, but using one still usually means pulling out your phone, opening an app, and telling it what you need. Price: $179 Where to Buy: Persona Persona thinks that interface should be easier. The company has…

The Awesomer ·

Gerber GDC Money Clip

Gerber’s unique money clip is designed to hold cash and up to five cards, and it packs a secret: a 1.75″ fine-edge stainless steel blade for everyday cutting or emergency needs. Its body is made from rust-proof titanium-coated steel with a G-10 front plate. Measures a…

The Awesomer ·

Alien Size Comparison

Alien species in science fiction come in all shapes and sizes. In this fantastic comparison video from MetaBall Studios, we see just how different these creatures are in size. With everything from microorganisms (ahem, Midi-Chlorians) to planet-devouring beasts, the variety…

The Awesomer ·

CW&T Little Scissors

CW&T’s machined titanium scissors fold up small and cover their tips for easy pocket carrying. Their blades are made from high-quality VG-10 steel, and their finger holes are sized big enough for adult fingers to fit. A great addition to any EDC loadout. Be sure to check out…

The Awesomer ·

Miniopolis (Trailer)

Unlike most city-building sims, Miniopolis lets you build what you want with no resource or zoning constraints. Build your city big or small, create towering skyscrapers, and tweak your structures and layout with intuitive controls. Realistic weather and time-of-day…

The Awesomer ·

Rough Enough Technician’s Tool Bag

This compact tool bag holds more than it looks like it can. It’s made from 1000D Cordura fabric with a black camouflage pattern and has ten pockets. A 45º angled zipper opens to reveal a large center compartment with a 10.5″ wide opening. Its front zipper pouch is great for…

The Gadgeteer ·

Yoniq’s Duo Has Two Screens, But the Missing Details Matter More

A handheld gaming console should solve a simple problem: it should make playing away from a TV or desk more convenient. It needs to be comfortable enough for a real session, portable enough to bring along, and clear about what games it can actually run. Price: $159 Where to…

The Gadgeteer ·

Why Some People Still Want the Older CampSnap V105

Smartphones have made photography incredibly convenient, but they have also made taking a picture inseparable from looking at a screen. You shoot, check the result, zoom in, take another, and before long, you are back to notifications, messages, and everything else competing…

MacRumors ·

PSA: watchOS 27 Removes This Useful Feature From Your Apple Watch

Apple released watchOS 27 on September 14, bringing a new Audio Intelligence feature set to its latest Apple Watch models, but as a result, owners of previous models are set to lose out doubly in the process. Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 models later this year will get…

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The Gadgeteer ·

Why the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD51 Still Feels Like a Classic

Buying a first automatic watch gets complicated quickly. Affordable mechanical watches can look tempting until you start questioning the movement, build quality, or whether the brand will still matter to you a few years later. Spend more, though, and the purchase can begin to…

The Gadgeteer ·

CIVIVI Vyrent Makes a Standard EDC Folder Look Far Less Ordinary

Finding an everyday-carry knife with some personality often involves a compromise. The practical choices can start looking interchangeable, while the more distinctive designs sometimes command considerably higher prices without necessarily offering more useful features.…

Bless This Stuff ·

La Cinquecento Fiat 500 Scattante

The La Cinquecento Fiat 500 Scattante is a bespoke restomod that gives Italy’s tiny city car a more purposeful second life. Starting with a 1973 donor, the British company preserves the familiar proportions while reworking the engineering underneath. The project began with…

Bless This Stuff ·

Wolbrook Skindiver WTD Chrono

The Wolbrook Skindiver WTD Chrono borrows its character from an era when a wristwatch doubled as a working instrument. Inspired by the aeronautical research organization that preceded NASA, the NACA Edition comes in metallic white Panda and black Vintage versions. Broad arrow…

Bless This Stuff ·

Soundboks Rider Portable Party Speaker

The Soundboks Rider Portable Party Speaker puts outdoor listening ahead of pocket-sized convenience. At 6.5kg, it is still a substantial carry, but its integrated handle makes moving between the house, car, and gathering spot straightforward. The appeal is having a dedicated…

Bless This Stuff ·

Huckberry Finds September 2026

September’s Huckberry Finds brings together 11 picks for daily carry, time outdoors, and longer runs. There’s a compact Arc’teryx backpack, magnetic charging from Ridge, and coffee squeezed straight from a tube, alongside more specialized gear from Satisfy and District…

The Gadgeteer ·

Orient Star’s New Skeleton RE-BR0001N Makes the Movement the Star

Skeleton watches create an unusual buying problem. Exposing more of the movement can make a watch look mechanically impressive, but an open dial does not automatically mean the movement underneath is special. If the architecture and finishing are ordinary, the result can be…

The Gadgeteer ·

This Oversized Smith & Wesson Folder Tries to Replace More Than Just a Knife

Some folding knives are designed to disappear into a pocket, but the Smith & Wesson Border Guard SWBG6TS goes in the opposite direction. At 10.1 inches long when open and weighing 9.2 ounces, it is a substantial folder built around a 4.2-inch partially serrated blade. Smith &…

The Gadgeteer ·

This Kids Camera Prints Photos Without Ink or Expensive Film

Giving a child an instant camera can be a great way to encourage photography, until they discover the print button and want a copy of absolutely everything. With conventional instant film, all those pictures of toys, pets, siblings, and accidental shots of the floor can…

Gadget Flow ·

BenQ ScreenBar Max Dual-Monitor Desk Lamp

The BenQ ScreenBar Max clips above two monitors and lights your whole desk without glare, using sensors and full-spectrum LED to keep long work sessions comfortable. Glare-Free Coverage: ASYM-TriZone Light shapes a wide beam that lights your desk but stays.. The post BenQ…

MacRumors ·

Tim Cook to Attend White House State Dinner for Xi Jinping

Apple executive chairman Tim Cook is expected to attend a White House state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping, reports Bloomberg . Cook stepped down as Apple CEO and transitioned to executive chairman on September 1, with John Ternus taking over. Part of Cook's new role…

The Gadgeteer ·

Huawei Watch D3 Is Built for 24-Hour Blood Pressure Monitoring

Most smartwatches can tell you your heart rate without much effort. Blood pressure is harder. A conventional reading usually means sitting down, wrapping a cuff around your arm or wrist, and remembering to measure often enough to see how those numbers change over time. Price:…

The Gadgeteer ·

Loose Screws Ruin Good Gear, This Tiny Titanium Tool Fixes That

A loose screw can become an irritating problem when the screwdriver you need is sitting in a drawer at home. Glasses loosen, pocket clips need adjustment, battery compartments need opening, and screws on flashlights, cameras, knives, and other everyday gear occasionally…

The Gadgeteer ·

PlayStation Pulse and Pulse Edge Make Sony’s Headset Line Much Clearer

Buying a PlayStation headset is becoming less about whether you want wireless audio and more about how many premium features you actually need. Sony’s existing Pulse Elite already offers planar magnetic drivers, PlayStation Link, simultaneous Bluetooth connectivity,…

Uncrate ·

Ford Bronco Basecamp SUV

Ford designed this Bronco "from the campsite out," with a fold-flat bed and pop-up roof. Visit Uncrate for the full post.

Uncrate ·

Everyday Carry: Ring Finger

G-Shock ring watch pairs with Marc Jacobs card case, Apollo sunglasses, and Holcombe carabiner. Visit Uncrate for the full post.

Gadget Flow ·

Commodore 77 Cyberpunk 2077 Retro Computer

The Commodore 77 is a Cyberpunk 2077-themed special edition of the Commodore 64 Ultimate. It has a Night City-style design and supports real FPGA-powered computing. Upgraded processor: An AMD Artix 7 XC7A100T FPGA chip runs the Commodore 77 at its.. The post Commodore 77…

The Awesomer ·

12-Color Masking Tape Set

This 12-pack of colorful masking tape is handy for crafts, labeling, and organization. Each 1″-wide roll includes 22 yards of writable paper tape that tears easily by hand and removes cleanly from many smooth surfaces. The set includes 12 colors and 264 total yards, plus a…

Uncrate ·

BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym

The BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE packs 70+ exercises and up to 410 pounds of resistance into one home gym. Visit Uncrate for the full post.

Gadget Flow ·

L’atitude 52°N smart glasses: Are these my ideal travel companions?

I’ve been traveling around Europe since college. Over the years, I’ve learned that knowing even a little of the local language changes the whole trip. Order coffee in Italian instead of pointing at a menu, and suddenly you’re having a.. The post L’atitude 52°N smart glasses:…

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Uncrate ·

Anthony No Sweat Body Defense

Anthony's clever tapioca-starch-based cream turns to powder on contact to keep sensitive areas dry. Visit Uncrate for the full post.

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