Almost everyone old enough to remember has fond memories of the original Polaroid camera. It was so simple, so easy to use and so much fun! Now you have the power to turn your iPhone in to an instant camera with a device called the Prynt Pocket. Better yet, you can embed video into still pictures and view them with your phone in augmented reality.
Fidget spinners are without a doubt the latest fad that’s taking the world by storm. Love them or hate them you certainly can’t ignore the current craze (that is until the next big thing hits). Just today we’ve found official instructions for building your own fidget spinners using LEGO. That’s right, if you think around $5 is too much to spend on stress and anxiety relief, we’ve found a way to cut the cost even further.
The LEGO Group has supplied two different sets of instructions to choose from and they’ve even released an instructional video as well to get your LEGO fidgets spinning!
There isn’t anything like the feel of an old school game of pinball. Now, a Kickstarter funded project is bringing pinball back to your home with a brand new twist. Makerball is a DIY kit that allows you to make your own pinball machine from scratch and even modify or upgrade it as you see fit. Which makes it possible to have an ever-changing game.
Parents obviously want the best for their kids and that means successfully preparing them for the future. Two:35, a San Diego computer company, wants to teach children a fundamental skill that will do just that. With its recently launched Kickstarter, the company hopes to gain funding for its Glo-Base 2 computer building kit for kids that can actually get them certified.
Groupon is now offering a 3-Month Daily Burn Premium Membership ($80.85 Value) for free. That’s the best deal we’ve seen for this subscription service and they typically only offer a 30-day trial. Daily Burn lets you stream unlimited workouts (over 800 workout programs that features yoga, strength training, cardio, barre, & more). So start getting in shape now!
Note: If you don’t want to pay after the trial period is over be sure to cancel your subscription before it rolls into the paid membership.
June will most likely be a scorcher for a lot of us. It might even be too hot to go outside some days. That’s the perfect time to binge watch Netflix inside with the AC on! You can see the premieres of two brand new Netflix series, GLOW (June 23) and Gypsy (June 30), as well as the return of favorites like Season 5 of Orange Is the New Black (June 9) and The Ranch (June 16). Full list of what’s to come and video preview below.
Robosea, an entrepreneurial technology company, has set out to create a device to capture your underwater adventures in a brand new way with its “robotic fish”. The company just launched yesterday on Kickstarter and already reached its funding goal within 10 hours of being online.
There is no question that you get an unmatched rich music quality from playing vinyl records. The company Vinylux firmly believes this too, and are building a new Bluetooth speaker (funded by Kickstarter) that is actually made out of reclaimed records. While there is no proof it will actually sound better based on that fact alone, it does allow for a deliciously retro spin into the mix!
3D Printers are a fantastic invention with many applications and fun times to be had. The only reason we don’t all have one in our homes today is that they cost so much. Monoprice, a leading manufacturer of 3D printers and other technologies, is well aware of this problem. With its new device the MP Mini Delta 3D Printer currently being funded on Indiegogo, the company hopes to make 3D Printers much more affordable in the near future.
Amazon is offering the 2016 remake of The Magnificent Seven for $0.99 as a digital rental. That’s $4 off the regular price/ iTunes and the lowest we can find for it.
In this old style western, seven gunmen gradually come together to help a poor village against savage thieves. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 3,800 Amazon shoppers. It stars Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke and others. When renting, you have 30 days to start watching the video, and 48 hours to finish once started.
Getting your kids to play, learn and invent all at the same time is the goal of every parent. It’s not always easy to find projects that are fun and educational. STEM toys aim to teach kids fundamentals of science and technology, but not all of them are intuitive or at the right level for your child. The Boson building kit is a set of modular electronic blocks that can currentlybe funded on Kickstarter. The blocks are designed for young inventors, educators and tinkerers alike. The best part about these blocks is that no coding is required. You just plug them in and start playing!
Comic book characters have been flooding into film these past few years. Some say this is the golden age of comic book movies and with all the different titles coming out, it’s hard to argue with that claim.
Most of us can say with some certainty why Bruce Wayne decided to become Batman, or how Superman gets all of his powers, but what about lesser known heroes? Also, where do you go to get back stories and older comics? If you’ve been looking into starting your own digital comic collection or just want to know where to get a few issues. We’ve tried to answer a few common questions about finding comics online.
If you’ve ever thought about building your own cityscape models but felt limited by what you could construct with LEGO or other similar blocks, then take a look at the Kickstarter Arckit. This system features three-dimensional modeling sets that are designed for building professionals, aspiring designers and of course children too.
Daymak is a Toronto-based company that designs, develops and distributes light electric vehicles (LEV’s). As one of Ontario’s greenest companies, its mission is to become the leader of LEV’s and to “reduce the CO2 emissions one electric vehicle at a time.” Its latest vehicle, the Daymak C5 Blast, has already been dubbed the fastest Go-Kart on the planet and the company expects to shatter all sorts of records with it.
Most of the leading 3D printers use ABS plastic which can’t be reused again. This is a problem because plastic is not the most environmentally-friendly material to waste. The ClayXYZ Printer now being funded on KickStarter uses the ordinary run of the mill clay (essentially, clay is just mud and just as biodegradable). You can dissolve it in water and reuse the material over and over again. That’s pretty environment-friendly and cost-effective too.
Just load the clay, download the model and click start to enjoy the process of creation. You’ll be able to use ClayXYZ to print out a cup of your own design, and fire it in a kiln. After that, the cup can be directly used to drink water.
When TCL first introduced its Roku enabled TV in 2014 it was more or less a budget option that could get you a few Smart features without paying for the big name brand Smart TV. Now it’s building on that foundation but moving up to higher-end sets. The company just introduced its first 4K Roku TV line with Dolby Vision HDR.
High-dynamic range or HDR has been a big trend in more expensive TV brands like Sony, Samsung or LG. But, now we’re starting to see the technology move into less expensive sets. The benefit of HDR is that you can get more dynamic colors, blacker blacks, and see more detail when watching movies, TV shows or playing video games.
As much as we try to keep our kids away from the TV set, it’s pretty inevitable that both you and your child will get tired and need to take a load off eventually. And when that happens, you’ll want to give them access to the most educational shows and protect them from mature content they definitely don’t need exposure to. The trusted TV station PBS Kids now offers its own HDMI streamer capable of providing more than 100 hours of offline viewing from its 16GB of storage.
It has Wi-Fi connectivity, but the big feature here is that you can take your kids shows and games to anyone’s TV without the need for an internet connection.
Today AOC introduced a new 16-inch USB powered 1080p IPS monitor that can easily switch between landscape and portrait mode. It’s also very slim, lightweight and easy to carry around. Because of its small footprint you can use it as a second monitor or as a temporary display for powerpoint presentations for school or work.
What sets this monitor apart from most of the other portable options out there is that it receives both power and signal from a single USB cable for a true plug-and-play connection. It actually doesn’t need a dedicated power cord or VGA cable to connect, just one USB cable connection to power and send the signal.
Twitter has become a news hub as well as a means to connect with people for many of us. Millions of tweets are sent out each day by comedians, politicians, celebrities and of course regular people like you and me. Sometimes the tweets can be humorous, informative and at times a few become pretty memorable. For those worth remembering the company FramedTweets offers a new service to capture them forever.
There’s no greater feeling of helplessness when caring for a sick child. This is especially true for when you’re trying to bring down a fever. Having to keep checking your child’s temperature and then knowing what you are suppose to do to try to get the fever down. Degreeº, currently on Kickstarter, fits around your child’s ear and monitors temperature continuously for as long as you need it to. It’s “the worlds first wearable in-ear thermometer.” Just put it on once and let it go to work. You get real-time stats and you can even get alarms if the temperature is too high or rising too fast.
Today, Acer has introduced a 32-inch 4K display aimed at graphics professionals. The BM320 features a 3840×2160 Ultra HD IPS panel with 178-degree viewing angles, an Adobe RGB gamut, and 10-bit color depth. Acer’s new monitor is ideally suited for a graphics workstation or video post-production toolkit.
Kobo is a Canadian company that created the Aura One e-reader back in 2014. It was for anyone who liked to read in the bath, at the beach or poolside. Some of its drawbacks were the big 7.8-inch screen that didn’t make it very portable and it was pretty pricey at $229. Now a few years later, the just-introduced Aura H2O is still just as waterproof as the One, and shares the same intelligent lighting that reduces blue light at night. However, it differs in that its smaller 6.8-inch touchscreen is much easier to hold and the entire thing is priced much lower at $180.
Before today, if you wanted to get a digital subscription to any Marvel comics the only way you could do it was the company’s own Marvel Unlimited service for $9.99/month. But now, Comixology Unlimited at just $5.99/ month features select Marvel comics (full list below) for your reading pleasure. You also get to try it out free for 30-days.
This fairly new “Netflix-styled” subscription service launched last year and gives readers access to a variety of sources like Dark Horse, Image, and Boom Studios. However, the two big companies, Marvel and DC, were not a part of the initial rollout. Now, it’s a year later and only one of the two giants finally conceded. Many fans are still waiting patiently for DC to get on the digital bandwagon.
KUMIITA is a Kickstarter funded robot kit that its creators believe can teach very young children the basics of programming (before they can even talk!) This robot was designed to realize its creator’s vision of a “prosperous future through technology” by providing children with opportunities to become familiar with programming so that they could be future programmers. If they don’t become programmers it will at least use their knowledge and concepts of programming as a tool to better their future.
Amazon is offering Prime members the KidKraft Lego Compatible 2-in-1 Activity Table for $40.73 shipped. That’s more than $80 off the original list price and an Amazon all-time low. Rated 4.1/5 stars by over 260 Amazon shoppers. Check out our Lego Guide to get you started in that arena.
As part of today’s Gold Box Deals, Amazon is offering discounted inked and screened Star Wars Posters. There’s an 18X24-inch Star Wars Death Star Infographic Print in Chalkboard White Ink for $16.80 Prime shipped. That’s 15% off the regular price and the lowest we can find for it. It currently runs for $22 elsewhere.
You can also find the Star Wars Vehicles: Tie Bomber Print in Chalkboard White Ink for $18.62 Prime shipped. That’s 15% off the regular price and the lowest we’ve seen for it. Both prints are screened by artisan printers using a “tried and true technique.” They’re also hand made to order on high quality 100lb paper and are printed with non-toxic Acrylic ink.
If you haven’t seen it before, Anki Overdrive is this RC racing game that pits you against Artificially Intelligent supercars in a brutal game of speed and strategy. And starting this fall, the gameplay is about to get even more furious. Anki is introducing a special edition set that brings the Fast & Furious crew into the world of Anki Overdrive. You’ll be able to drive Dom’s Ice Charger or Hobbs’ MXT and race against characters from the films. Plus, you can build the excitement into your track with a new exclusive piece.
After filling out a short form, you can download this eBook from TradePub.com: “Computer Security Handbook, 6th Edition” for free. Valued at $130, it currently goes for $100 at Amazon and this is the best offer we’ve seen for it. Rated 4.9/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
SF Planet (96% positive feedback from over 600,000) via Amazon has select Vena Cases for Samsung Galaxy S8/ Plus on sale from $1.98 shipped after you use the promo codes below. Shipping is free when you select SF Planet as the seller (not fulfilled by Amazon Prime). The codes only work on items sold by SF Planet. So please be sure to choose to correct seller.
A4C is taking 20% off sitewide, even its clearance items, when you use the code APRIL20 at checkout. Also as an added bonus, all orders get shipped for free. That’s the best sitewide discount we’ve seen from A4C. Some exclusions apply like its daily deals page. The offer ends April 30 and a 90-day A4C warranty applies to all of its refurbished items.
A solid bet is the LG G Watch (W100) Smartwatch for just $79.96 shipped after you use the code from above. That’s $150 off the original listing and the lowest we’ve seen for it. Rated 4.5/5 stars by Beach Camera shoppers.
The Reolink Argus is a truly wireless security camera that records in 1080p. It’s 100% wire-free and you can place it just about anywhere. With less than a day left in its Indiegogo campaign, the Reolink’s battery-powered, indoor-outdoor Argus promises to be a multi-functional security camera at the right price.
Daily Steals is offering the LG Tone Infinim HBS-910 Bluetooth Stereo Headset in three color options for $54.99, but if you use our exclusive code 9TO5INFINIM at checkout the price will drop to just $49.99 shipped. That’s $30 less than Amazon and the lowest we can find for this premium headset. Rated 4.6/5 stars by over 1,000 Amazon shoppers.
The Ultraloq UL1 is a new biometric and Bluetooth Smart lock that can be opened using your fingerprint or contactless key fob. It has a month left of it’s campaign on Indiegogo and it has already surpassed its fundraising goal. The smart lock has been designed to be easily installed, plus it’s also weather-resistant, equipped with dual data encryption and can be opened with either iOS or Android mobile devices.
Verizon announced that it will offer gigabit broadband with Fios Gigabit Internet. Finally rivaling Comcast, Google Fiber, and other providers who have already launched their service to the masses. The new offer is available to over 8 million homes (so far). You can check here if you are apart of the lucky few.
Staying powered up away from the home or office is quite a feat these days considering the great number of devices we use and the different power options out there. This is especially difficult when there seems to be new power delivery technologies emerging all the time. The Lifepowr A3 power bank recently hit Indiegogo and uses the new USB-C standard and has the ability to charge more mobile devices like the 2016 MacBook Pro or the 2015 MacBook. Plus, there’s even an AC outlet that lets you power up just about anything else you can think of.
BuyDig via eBay is offering the Amcrest ProHD 1080p Wi-Fi IR Security Camera in White for just $61.99 shipped. That’s $78 off the original list price, $23 less than Amazon and the lowest we can find for it.
This camera has 1920×1080 recording at 30 frames per second, iOS or Android integrated apps, 12 IR LEDs, pan and tilt options, 2-way talk, and smart motion alerts. Rated 3.8/5 stars by over 7,500 Amazon shoppers.
Day or night, our smartphones are everything to us it seems. From pairing with fitness trackers, taking selfies, checking your Facebook and more. But, what good is it if you forget your charging cable at home and the battery runs out? What if you had a charging cable that was so small and portable that you couldn’t possibly forget it? That’s where SirCharge comes in. At just 2.36-inches (60mm), you can attach SirCharge to your bag or keys so it is always there unnoticed until you need it. Plus, SirCharge is MFi certified and it works perfectly with all iOS devices.
Smartphone gaming is becoming so popular that it’s starting to turn some off buying consoles all together. With this surge, more and more game designers are creating games for the mobile devices and new accessories are coming in from all corners, but there’s still room for improvement. Most controllers for smartphones are a bit bulky and not as portable as we would like. Gamller can definitely improve your gaming experience and when your done, the handles come off and slip away easily in your bag or pocket.
Well, we are sure to have nicer weather, greener lawns and flowers blooming in May. But don’t worry, you won’t have to see any of that because there’s plenty of new content on Netflix to keep the spring outside for another month. Here are just a few of the new shows and movies arriving: Anne with an E, House of Cards Season 5, Sense8 Season 2, Master of None Season 2, Sherlock Series 4, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Season 3.
Plus, there’s the new original film War Machine, Marvel’s Doctor Strange, Riverdale, and stand up comedy including specials from Norm MacDonald, Richard Pryor and Tracy Morgan.
As always, if you’re not getting Netflix you can try it out free for 30-days and then pay as little as $10 a month for a basic subscription. You’ll also want to check out some popular media streamers to beam Netflix to your TV.
You may not even know it, but your smartphone is the ultimate pocket computer. The newest smartphones out there are super powerful, connected and practical –far less computing power was used to originally land a man on the moon! The only limiting factor is the tiny user interface. The Mirabook unleashes the power of your smartphone by turning it into a full-fledged laptop with a large screen, a keyboard and a track pad. Your smartphone is now the only computer you will need.
Practicing stick skills isn’t always as easy as the average drummer would like it to be. For instance, you have to choose your time and place carefully so you don’t disturb the neighbors. Plus, you can’t just up and move your drum set wherever you want. That’s what the French startup Drumistic is trying to fix with its product. They believe that its sensor-based system offers a more natural, accessible and fun experience and that it will revolutionize drumming all together.
There are plenty of baby monitors out on the market today and hardly any features left unimagined in that area. But what about when your baby becomes a toddler and starts walking around the house? DECCO: The Toddler Monitor gives parents a little peace of mind because it will send an alert to them if their toddler has left a bedroom or safe space, and is on the move.
The Apple charger for the latest MacBook Pro is pretty basic and somewhat lacking when you consider you no longer have USB-A ports to work with. That’s where the PowerUp comes in. This charger addresses many of the MacBook Pro user’s concerns with the laptop’s lack of traditional USB ports and low battery life. PowerUp’s 60W AC power can simultaneously charge your USB-C MacBook and up to 3 USB devices. PowerUp isn’t just a MacBook charger replacement, it’s also a USB hub and charging station in one.
Tax season is finally almost over and for many of us that means a nice refund check will be coming soon. The average American tax payer will get back over $3,000 this year and that’s a nice chunk of change, but where should it go? Below you’ll find our top 5 picks for treating yourself this tax season.
Walmart is starting a new program called “Pickup Discount” that will give shoppers that choose to pick up items in-store a savings over having them shipped to their home. The discounts will begin April 19th on about 10,000 items that are only available online. Walmart said it intends to extend the offer to more than 1 million products in June.
Most of the pocket projectors on the market today have yet to reach a balance between big screen size, high image quality and small body/portability. Even if one comes close, a traditional projector still needs a tripod to stand, making it difficult to carry both the projector and all the accessories. That’s where the KERUO L7 Smart Pocket Projector comes in. It is very portable with built-in intelligent hardware and a 4000mAh battery. All of which makes it possible to enjoy movies, give presentations and even play games on a large screen without the need for a tripod.
Every new parent gets to learn about the midnight car drive to get your infant back to bed trick. What if there was a way to bring the soothing effect of a car ride back to the baby’s room so you would never have to leave the house in the first place? The Max Motor Dreams is a crib developed by Ford that simulates the gentle hum and vibrations of a moving car, without the need for a potentially dangerous late night drive.
