Awesome Gadgets

LaCie’s Rugged RAID Shuttle external drive now maxes out at a substantial 8 TB. They also now have USB-C and Thunderbolt 3-compatible versions. The drives are resistant to drops, rain, dust and crushing, and use Seagate’s encryption technology.

The Axis Gear is a motor that works with any window shade or blind that has a cord loop or beaded chain. It has a touch strip that lets you control one or more units at once. You can also use its app to automatically activate units based on a schedule.

Sierra Madre Research’s Hot Pocket is a soft, portable, battery-powered heater for the outdoors. You can use it to preheat your sleeping bag or put it on yourself wherever you are to stay warm. It works for up to 6h per charge, and also has a USB charging port.

Eewrite’s E-Pad is a 10.1″ e-ink Android tablet. It has both Wi-Fi and 4G LTE connectivity via a SIM slot. It reads most document formats and uses Wacom technology for its optional stylus, making for a responsive writing and drawing experience.

SEGA joins the mini classic console bandwagon with the Genesis Mini. The miniature retro console looks just like the SEGA Genesis, and will come with two wired controllers. It will have 40 video games, including Altered Beast and Shining Force.

Plugable’s USB-C enclosure is compatible with the NVMe M.2 SSD sticks. The enclosure is a cheap way to get a super fast external drive, whether from a brand new stick or an older one you have lying around. It requires no tools and has vents for heat dissipation.

Enjoy immersive virtual reality content on your smartphone on the cheap. Simply slide any phone with a 4.7″ to 6.0″ diagonal screen into the case, and enjoy one the many VR experiences in the iOS App Store or Google Play. Save 78% in The Awesomer Shop.

This portable, rechargeable lantern not only provides a warm, flickering glow that simulates a flame, but it doubles as a Bluetooth speaker, making it the perfect light source for a romantic night on the beach, or a dinner party out on the deck.

XGIMI’s MoGo Pro is a compact 1080p portable projector and speaker with Android TV built-in. It plays content from Chromecast streaming, Bluetooth, USB and HDMI. It has fast auto-focus and keystone correction, and supports Google Assistant for voice control.

Cavalier Audio’s Air is a Bluetooth speaker and device charger wrapped in a beautiful leather and wood case. It supports Amazon Alexa and can also connect via Wi-Fi to various streaming services. It also has a USB charging port. Sadly, it doesn’t have a 3.5mm input.

Unlike most car heads-up displays, Hudway’s Drive connects to your mobile device via Bluetooth for more convenience and display features, such as a customizable dashboard. You can also pair it with cameras, including a night vision front camera.

The NexDock 2 works with USB-C smartphones that have a desktop mode, such as the flagship Samsung and Huawei phones, transforming them into laptops. It also has an HDMI input, so you can use it with mini PCs, the Raspberry Pi, or as an external monitor.

Klein Tools’ 56029 Clamping Worklight is a versatile lighting solution. You can use it as a normal flashlight, but when you need both your hands you can set it on the ground or use its built-in clamp. Its head pivots 90º and rotates 360º. It’s also dust- and water-resistant.

Sony’s RX0 II is way more practical than its predecessor. Its 1″ 15.3MP CMOS sensor can now shoot 4K videos on its own, and it has a fliptop LCD screen for selfies and vlogging. It also has electronic image stabilization, eye AF, and a time-lapse mode.

The Puppy Cube is an Android-based 720p ultra short throw projector. What makes it unique is its desktop touchscreen mode that simulates a 23″ tablet. You can also use it as a wall projector for up to a 100″ display. It has HDMI, USB, AirPlay, Miracast and DLNA inputs.

Cubbit is a great alternative to Dropbox and other cloud services. You get a physical device that has 512GB of storage, which you can expand to up to 4TB by connecting a storage drive. It backs up data to other Cubbit devices for security and fast download and uploads.