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Smart photo frame makes for a smart gift choice

June 17, 2021 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Think of the plethora of pictures you snapped on your smartphone; chances are you haven’t printed one in eons but more likely shared them to the dark depths of Instagram and Facebook. But try to have that one particular memory at your fingertips to share at home or with family and friends without hovering around your phone or having to sign up for social media.

It’s not such an easy task without a smart digital photo frame.

Today’s frames are smart and no longer simply grainy passive display mechanisms sitting off in a corner on some desk rotating through a bunch of grainy pictures. Many models from innovative companies like Nixplay and Photospring produce crisp images.

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Filed Under: GadgetGreg, Gift Ideas, Lifestyle, New Product, Review, Signs of the Times, Troy Media · Tagged With: father's Day, Gadgets, Graduation, photos

Inventor reimagines Beer accessory to create better mask

May 31, 2021 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

James McCrimmon is the inventor of a beer accessory to help keep your beer cool. His Alberta-based business relies on major events like CFL football games and the rodeo for sales.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit McCrimmon found his proverbial keg empty. But instead of crying into his frosty mug he decided to reimagine his product into one that could save lives.

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Filed Under: accessories, Entrepreneurship, GadgetGreg, Health, Lifestyle, New Product, Oh Canada!, Troy Media · Tagged With: Alberta, Covid-19, health, lifestyle

Protecting you from your phone and yourself

May 14, 2021 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

There’s no doubt we’re all trying to be better informed and protect ourselves and loved ones by reducing exposure to the COVID-19 virus and its variants. We’re social distancing, wearing masks and constantly sanitizing and washing our hands, but how many of us think about our smartphone, as a major source of threat to our health?

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Filed Under: accessories, Active-Life, Apple, GadgetGreg, Health, New Product · Tagged With: accessories, Apple, Gadgets, health, New product

Google’s Pixel Buds 2 offers an enjoyable smart listening experience

April 14, 2021 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

More and more people have already “cut the cord” when it comes to home entertainment, so why not make life more convenient and easier on your ears with your smartphones and tablets, as well? If you’re the active type or constantly on the go and happen to be a modern Android user, then Google may have the answer you’re looking for. No, not the search engine, but the rather the Google Pixel Buds 2.

ProLab Mouse: Your Coin Sized Companion

April 4, 2021 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

For many, the computer mouse has become a thing of the past. It’s big and bulky and takes up a lot of room on your desk. And often not really practical for use with a laptop or a mobile device. Sometimes, a mouse can come in handy. Enter the ProLab Mouse. At only 29mm in diameter and 13.5mm high, it’s not much bigger than a pop bottle cap. And at only 8 g this tiny little new piece of technology can you give you selected mouse functionality not only for your laptop, but also your tablet and your smartphone.

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Filed Under: accessories, GadgetGreg, Hands On, New Product · Tagged With: Kickstarter, mouse, New product, Wireless remote

Last-minute gift ideas ideal for this unusual holiday season

December 22, 2020 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Fitness trackers, webcams, tiny batteries, protective cases for your smartphone and cheaper ways to keep your house clean

This year, celebrations, gift-giving and the whole shopping experience may be a whole lot different. Many of us will be separated from our loved ones this holiday season.

So here are a few gadget gift ideas you can easily order online and have sent directly to them:

It may not be COVID but the air in your home could make you sick

December 17, 2020 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

A professional can test for radon levels and other air pollutants in your home, or you can do it yourself with a detection system

You may think you’re doing your duty to help flatten the COVID-19 infection curve but staying home may expose your family to different types of health risks.

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Filed Under: GadgetGreg, Hands On, New Product, Troy Media · Tagged With: health, lifestyle gift ideas, Radon

Introducing Hooke Lav: 1st mobile, wireless, wearable Bluetooth microphone – Kickstarter

September 22, 2020 by Announcements · Leave a Comment

Sept 22, 2020, NY, New York, USA – Hooke Audio is proud to announce the Hooke Lav, the first truly mobile, wireless, wearable, dual-channel, Bluetooth microphone is now available via KickStarter. FINAL CALL OCT 22

The Hooke Lav was designed for professional grade audio with 24 bit/48kHz mono and dual channel D/A recording and 8 GB of onboard storage for continuous, drop-out proof recording situations. With it’s convenient, low-profile clip-on design, the Hooke Lavalier mic can be worn and used seamlessly in Live Streaming situations; such as Music Performances, Interviews, News and Sports Broadcasting, Virtual School Teaching and E-Learning, Fitness Instruction, Gaming and more, and is compatible on all popular social media and streaming platforms like YouTube, Zoom, Skype, Twitch, Facebook and Instagram. The Hooke Lav is compatible with all smartphones, tablets and professional camera equipment; iPhone, iPad, Mac, PC, Android, Go Pro, DSLR and more. The Hooke Lav from Hooke Audio is now available for pre-order for a limited time on KickStarter at a discounted price.

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Filed Under: Announcements, Audio, GadgetGreg, In the news, New Product · Tagged With: Kickstarter, microphone, New product, podcasting

Catalyst hard to find case for Google Pixel 4A smartphone

September 1, 2020 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Not everyone has an iPhone or a Samsung, so when it’s time to find the right case to protect your valuable smartphone, it can sometimes be a challenge. This is particularly true if you’re the proud owner of a new Google Pixel 4A whose shape and size are different from any other phone.

Cubii Jr. – Easy quiet workout anywhere anytime while you sit

July 14, 2020 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Regardless of your age, abilities or lifestyle, you can benefit from a low-cardio seated elliptical workout

It’s always a smart health-conscious choice to inject a little more physical activity into our lives, regardless as to where we may be on our fitness journey, but we sometimes lack the time or energy or have limited ability to get out for that much needed workout. The good news is the solution, Cubii Jr., can be sitting literally right under your feet.

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