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Weego Jump Starter 44 powers you wherever you go

November 12, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Smartphones, tablets, computers & even our vehicles need a boost sometimes – Weego Jump Starter 44 offers a handy solution

No matter where our travels take us, we never seem to have enough battery power to keep things charged up. Smartphones, tablets, computers and even our vehicles need a boost sometimes.

The Weego Jump Starter 44 offers a handy solution.

The Weego 44 is powerful, putting out 400 true cranking amps – the power the battery can deliver for 30 seconds at 0ºC. It’s more than enough to jump-start your car, truck, boat, ATV or motorcycle – anything with a gas engines up to seven litres and diesel engines up to 3.5 litres with 12-volt lead-acid batteries. Read more below.

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We’re “all ears” for our holiday headphone roundup

October 20, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Holiday picks from Beats by Dr. Dre, Mixcder, Jabra & Wicked Audio

With the weather turning cold and the leaves falling, holiday season is right around the corner. While many are thinking about keeping their ears warm, others might be thinking of keeping their ears filled with sounds of their favourite tunes and podcasts. Ears come in all different shapes and sizes and so do earphones, earbuds and headphones, so instead of toques and earmuffs, let’s look at a couple of pairs of over-the-ear headphones and in-the-ear wireless earbuds to meet different budget needs. [Read more…]

Filed Under: accessories, Audio, GadgetGreg, Gift Ideas, Hands On, New Product, Product review, Troy Media · Tagged With: Audio, Beats, bluetooth, earbuds, gift ideas, headphones, Jabra, Mixcder, new products, Review, Wicked, wireless

Unique & practical must-have gadgets for back to school and more

September 6, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Light Show Bluetooth speaker, a durable wireless camera, connecting to the Internet without a nest of wires and a multi-use charger that starts your car are among the few top picks.

When we think back-to-school, we think of pens and pencils, notebooks and backpacks, and even tablets and other gadgets. Here are a few less obvious items to consider adding to the pile.

Speaker with light show

Earbuds are a natural must-have for walking around campus and tuning out what’s around you. But when back at the dorm or chilling out with friends, you might just want to fill the room with sound. The prescription for that is the portable Creative Halo wireless speaker and two-way speakerphone.

Read more below or also at Troy Media. [Read more…]

Filed Under: accessories, Audio, GadgetGreg, Gift Ideas, Going Mobile, Internet, New Product, sound, Troy Media · Tagged With: accessories, BAck to School, bluetooth, camera, Internet, New product

Why wearing a Fitbit can change your life, not just your fitness

August 25, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Measure your caloric intake and your hydration. Set the alarm. Get alerts for texts and phone calls. Track your sleep patterns

Fitness trackers have come a long way since the pedometer, the original step counter. They’re no longer just for health nuts and those who simply want to get fit. The latest models include many practical applications no matter what you’re doing to help you get you through your day.

Even better, they’re no longer big, clunky and odd shaped – in fact, they’re downright stylish. And they’re now affordable. To top it all off, they’re app-enabled and can easily connect wirelessly to over 200 devices like iOS, Android and Windows smartphones and tablets for even greater functionality. Read more at Troy Media or below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: GadgetGreg, Hands On, Troy Media · Tagged With: Fitbit, fitness, health, step counter, tracker

Edifier R1280T Quality sound for a modest price

August 10, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Edifier R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers offer functionality and high-fidelity in a retro package

Speakers come in all shapes and sizes. And you don’t need to look far to find some pretty far-out designs. But if you’re in the market for a new high-fidelity pair with a retro flair, the Edifier R1280T Powered Bookshelf Speakers would be a good bet.

The R1280T keeps with the traditional bookshelf design: a pair of wood veneer MDF cabinets with a removable front grill. Behind each grill is a four-inch bass driver with calibrated front-facing bass reflex port to allow the air to circulate freely for more accurate lower range sounds. It has a 13-millimetre silk-domed tweeter tweaked for crisper highs. Read more below or see full article at Troy Media. [Read more…]

Filed Under: accessories, Audio, GadgetGreg, Gift Ideas, Hands On, New Product, Product review, Troy Media · Tagged With: Audio, music, product review, speakers, Technology

Meteorite fragment adorns Royal Canadian Mint commemorative coin – SOLD OUT

July 9, 2018 by Greg Gazin · 1 Comment

Just days before Canada Day came word that an out-of-this-world piece of Canadian memorabilia was sold out.

The prize 2018 $20 fine silver coin issued by the Royal Canadian Mint was designed to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) and it contains a fragment of a real meteorite.

“One hundred and fifty years of research, education and discovery by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) is an engaging story to share with Canadians,” said Sandra Hanington, president and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. ALSO READ FULL ARTICLE at Troy MEDIA. [Read more…]

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Give Dad the Gift of Gadgets this Father’s Day

June 15, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

From home cinema systems to barbecue tools to bug-free patio time to Wi-Fi with muscle, here’s something for every dad

There’s no doubt Dad likes tech toys, so why not give him the gift of gadgets this Father’s Day? And while making the right selection is often tough, here are a few ideas:

Let’s start big. If Dad thought a 60-inch screen was cool, how about streaming the 2018 FIFA World Cup of Soccer or his favourite movie withlarger-than-life images? With the Epson Home Cinema 1060 3LCD Home Theatre Projector, Dad can watch in full 1080p high definition. Read Full Article at Troy Media.

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Save money, avoid outrageous phone bills when travelling abroad

June 13, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

New CRTC rules mean Canadian providers must now unlock your phone, making it easier to use a different SIM card.

For many people, smartphones have become 24/7 appendages. However, worried about outrageous phone, data and roaming fees, many people reach for the off switch when travelling.

This is particularly true when going out of country or overseas. No one wants to return home to massive cellphone bills.

But rules and regulations are starting to change, and there are now more affordable choices for consumers. (Click More to read here. Or read it at Troy Media.) [Read more…]

Filed Under: Active-Life, GadgetGreg, Lifestyle, Oh Canada!, travel, Troy Media · Tagged With: Cutting Corners, lifestyle, Money, travel, Troy Media

One step at a time: a simple solution to a better life

February 16, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

Create visions and not resolutions to take control of your life

Why don’t resolutions work?

Eighty per cent of all New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February, according to U.S. News and World Report. Only eight per cent of us actually follow through, according to Forbes. In fact, just over 50 per cent of us don’t even bother with New Year’s resolutions.

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Filed Under: GadgetGreg, Lifestyle, Self-Help, Troy Media · Tagged With: fitness, lifestyle, New Years, self-help, self-improvement

Locking down your precious data with encrypted PIN authenticated diskAshur2

January 18, 2018 by Greg Gazin · Leave a Comment

We keep our computers on lockdown, encrypt our data and secure them from prying eyes and online predators. But what about our backups and those external drives?

United Kingdom-based iStorage has created diskAshur², an updated line of virtually bulletproof PIN-authenticated and hardware-encrypted hard drives. Even if the drive was stolen, your data is fully protected.