We start the week with a Gear Deal on the newest Linksys E4200 Wireless-N Router. It features include simultaneous dual-band Wireless N with a maximum speed of 300 + 450 Mbps, Gigabit Ethernet ports, a USB Storage Port for centralized file sharing with built-in UPnP AV media server, a full 3×3 MIMO antenna array for maximum range and reliability, and more. In other words, this is a “router’s router”! AND our Gear Sponsor has found it at a nice discount. That’s right, the Linksys E4200 Wireless-N Router has an MSRP of $179.99 but with this Gear Deal you can save $30. That brings the price down to just $149.99. Gear Deal- Linksys E4200 Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I’m not really one of those guys who likes to take apart my electronics to change, alter, or fix things. Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of things around my house on which I like to work, but electronics, no. So, I’m somewhat in awe of the folks who are willing to do such things. And if you’re inclined to mess around with the internals of your iPhone 4, then you may want to consider NewerTech’s new kit for dissassmbling your iPhone without marring it. The NewerTech 7 pc. Toolkit for iPhone 4 includes the following tools for easy DIY iPhone 4 servicing: 5-point magnetized driver to access Apple proprietary designed TS1 Continue reading on Gear Diary …

You know that old saying “Two are better than one”? Well, this is the New Gear Daily take on it! Yes, this NGD deal will nab you an impressive dual-display arrangement that consists of two 19″ monitors and an array table for putting it all together. Want to know a bit more about the monitors and the array table? Dell has this to say about the two E1910H Widescreen Flat Panel Monitors that come with this deal: Get a definite viewing experience and true to life images with the Dell™ E1910H 18.5 inch Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor. With a stunning resolution of 1366×768 pixels, this monitor provides spacious content viewing to Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Apparently this closing Borders is really, really, bitter about the whole bankruptcy thing. We’ve spent plenty of time rehashing why everything went so wrong for Borders, but this store did nail one thing we all secretly miss when retailers disappear. Via Someecard. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I listen to a tremendous amount of music these days. Whether I am working in my home study, in the car, running or at the office there is often music playing. Sometimes it comes through speakers but oftentimes I listen through earphones. Over the past few years I have had a chance to check out some impressive options in this regard. I did a review of the Denon AH-D1100 over the ear headphones. I almost bought the Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) P5 Mobile Hi-Fi Headphones that Thomas reviewed but realized I tend to prefer in-ear options like the awesome JHAudio JH5 Custom In-Ear Monitors I reviewed last spring. These custom in-ear monitors are… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

So how often have you wanted to use two SIMs with your iPhone 4?  Perhaps you have a work line and a personal  line?  Perhaps you’re an international traveller and its much cheaper to use a local SIM where you are going.  Then let’s add the idea that you don’t want to carry two phones and you really really like using your iPhone 4.  Well now there is an answer… Mobile Fun has been distributing the Dual SIM adaptor for iPhone 4 for some time now and we at Gear Diary have an opportunity to show you what its like.. The kit comes with two pieces of cable with adaptors that fits… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Last year, Mike wrote up the “It Gets Better” movement, a video project designed to let kids who are being bullied know that life gets much, much better after high school. Well the entire concept has taken off far more than anyone expected, least of all creator Dan Savage. Kobo recently did a great interview with Dan that shares a lot of great information, including news about the book (and ebook) version of “It Gets Better”! For starters, the video project has blown away all expectations: Kobo: When you and Terry published the first “It Gets Better” video, did you ever imagine that you would get the groundswell of support the project has? Dan: No Continue reading on Gear Diary …

As the amount of gear I carry increases, the ability to carry it with comfort and style becomes more important. I have recently reviewed several products from Everki including the Camber Netbook Case, Beacon Backpack, Track Messenger, and the Agile Slim Laptop bag. I have loved the design and quality of Everki products, so I was excited to have a chance to review the new Flight Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Backpack. Not only is carrying all of your mobile gear important, but also being able to travel easily, especially when catching a flight. Let’s take a look. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I am unique in how I started blogging.  I started audio blogging or podcasting far before I started writing gadget reviews and posts here on Gear Diary.  So, the first thing I always seem to look at when doing gadget reviews is a way to capture audio no matter where I go.  My first mobile recorder of sorts was a Belkin Tune Talk, which is  an adapter that plugged in to the bottom of an iPod, followed by the Griffin iTalk Pro and the Blue Mikey.  All of these had issues.  First, there is battery life.  The hard drive on my 5th generation iPod would always spin while recording which means that the battery life… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Contrary to the only other Asian full-size pickup, the Toyota Tundra boasts a choice of powertrain configurations including a more powerful V-6. This on top of the truck arriving in two model grades, three cab styles, three wheelbase lengths and three bed lengths. And on top of all that there are still the “special edition” packages that can be had, such as our recent TRD Rock Warrior tester. While the truck was no wimp, truth be told I did not go out and battle any rocks with it. The styling package was very attractive and I did not want to take the chance of beating up this press fleet model. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

You might have seen one of the last ‘Impulse Weekend Sales’ notices. No folks, this is NOT a late April Fool’s joke … Impulse, the PC game digital download service component of Stardock Games, has been bought by GameStop – the retailer reviled by most PC gamers since they have treated us like garbage for years. Suffice to say there was NOT much rejoicing. Here are the boring details: GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME), the world’s largest multichannel video game retailer, today announced the acquisition of Spawn Labs, a streaming technology company. In addition, GameStop announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase Impulse, Inc., a subsidiary of Stardock Systems, Inc., and Continue reading on Gear Diary …

March Madness keeps rolling (though my brackets have long since died) this weekend and once again the digital download sales are INSANE!!! As usual, everyone is getting in on the action with great deals. Once again the sales are so huge that I’m only showing games that are 50% off or more. And as always thanks to the crew at Deals4Downloads for their help finding everything. Now let’s get straight to the deals! Good Old Games: Weekend Sale – 60% off select Rebellion games when you buy all, or 40% off individually Rebellion Pack (PC) for $32.69*, Save 60% Empire Earth 2 Gold Edition Continue reading on Gear Diary …

USBFever.com sent along some new product release information for this week that included a lens kit for the iPhone 4 and a USB Karaoke Sound Kit. I admit to being a big iPhone4tography geek but a co-worker is a huge karaoke buff. Together we will test these items in the coming weeks. Here are links to the recent USBFever.com releases: Wide Angle + (Marco) + Fish Eye + 2X + 8X + 12X Telephoto Lens Combo for iPhone 4G Pointer Look USB TF and M2 Card Readers Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Dan: I received my original iPad the day it first hit the shores of the United States, and it was love at first sync. The device was absolutely amazing, and I knew I had entered into a new era of computing. I was so enamored with the iPad that I decided to splurge on a high-end protective case for it. After all, it seemed criminal to cover up such gorgeous device in the first place, but it did need protection. If I was going to cover it up, I might as well get a case that was as awesome as the… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

AUTUM is one of those small boutique accessory companies that are a hidden gem. When we came across their iPad sleeves we knew this was an outfit we wanted to get to know better. The artistry they bring to each of their products is obvious and their commitment to quality is outstanding. We reviewed their impressive StraightJacket, leather sleeves for the iPad and both the 11″ and 13″ MacBook Air. We were impressed, and I continue to use and enjoy the sleeves. Then we brought word of their most unusual couch, the Heretic. It was to die for — literally, since it is constructed from a coffin… Continue reading on Gear Diary …