Dick’s Gadget Warehouse & How To Submit Your Video To Win An Autographed Copy of MAD Magazine.

A gadget warehouse video from a surprise guest, submitting one for the 1^st time!

Hi Dick and Chad,

The promise of 5 seconds of fame was too much to pass up. This is my first gadget warehouse video but hopefully not the last now that I have retired. This is definitely a "warehouse" item as it was produced in the 1950's and sat in my mother's kitchen until recently.

https://youtu.be/nwDDcj_eY8I  

The link I found when researching this gadget to find out how to use it is: http://olioscourge.blogspot.com/2013/02/from-out-of-past-comes-spouto.html

Thanks so much for entertaining us weekly. I love the show and what you both do.

Selina Johnson (aka OMGMom)

Chad found some used versions of this on eBay. Just type “Spouto” in search.

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We’d love to include your video in an upcoming Giz Wiz Show! Here's what we're looking for! Your home shot video – 2 to 3 minutes long, in any of the following categories:
I bought a piece of crap: Did you buy something you ended up hating? We won't get you a refund, but we might be able to give a platform to vent your disappointment. Remember, "family friendly" language applies.
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I invented this! Did you invent something? (Or did a friend or relative invent something.) We can't market it for you, but we can help get the word out. Show us what it is, and how it works. Even if it's a prototype, you can get our (and the audience) reactions. No professional ads please.
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My Gadget Warehouse: Okay, so you don't have a warehouse. It doesn't matter. Just tell us about your favorite old gadget(s). When and where you bought it, and why you're still hanging on to it.
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My Favorite Gadget (favorite old, or favorite new): Show us what it is, tell us what it does and why you love, or loved it! It can be a new gadget you just bought too.
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Post them on YouTube and send us the link! We'll do the rest. (Or possibly nothing, but that's unlikely.) Remember, videos should be just 2 to 3 minutes long! Low production value is fine, but we should be able to hear you and see you! If we select and show your video on The Giz Wiz you’ll earn a tiny amount of fame (hopefully). And if you live in the US, you'll also get an autographed 38+ year old Alfred E. Neuman picture and a MAD surprise (most likely the current issue of MAD.) But no matter where you live outside of US, I can autograph an Alfred E. Neuman photo to you, scan it & email you a high res copy if we show your video. Just print it out, frame it, or just hang it up and no one will know it's a copy. We've tested it out and fans say they look terrific! If you submitting warehouse videos for a second, third time, etc., you'll get the current issue of MAD as a thank you.

All show submissions go to mail@gizwiz.tv

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Email of the week!

Our email of the week is from Ranger Rick & Magoo who write:

You'll love this – We were just watching YouTube & came across a show from the UK called Guess the Gadget! It's from ITV.

Enjoy, Magoo & Ranger Rick

The Giz Wiz searched for a link and found this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lij4yt4Fvw

Show #1884 Week of May 19th 2021 Independent Show 359

AMAZING!! We're now in year 17 of The Giz Wiz Show! 

(The first Giz Wiz Show – called The Daily Giz Wiz back then – was February 20th 2006!) If it wasn't for our loyal supporters, the Giz Wiz Show would be gone. If you'd like to support OMGchad & DickDe in our independent venture (we pay for everything ourselves, including travel) just click the Patreon link at the top of our show web page: http://www.gizwiz.tv

Make Your Office Chair A Magic Carpet With The Titan Chair Green Screen.

From Amazon: My thoughts mixed with online info. Use your gaming chair green screen to set any image as your background when using green-screen enabled software & apps! Perfect for streaming, vlogging, working from home & more. This round, pop-up green screen works with most gaming, office, and dining room style chairs. (Yes, it's very easy to unfold and attached with velco -or more likely 'hook & loop' straps to a chair.) Folds up neatly for storage. (Lots of luck with this! Eventually, I got it folded, but it took many tries.) Features soft & elastic material, durable enough for extended use. Foldable green screen includes storage bag for travel & keeping it neat. (It helps keep it from springing open!) Size: 42.9in diameter when open. Material: 100% polyester. About $23 to $26 on Amazon, but $5 on close-out at FiveBelow. That sale will probably end fast since it's such a great buy. But, if you buy it online at FiveBelow there is $7.95 shipping.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/5zsOlMp-tOY

Amazon: (Different brand name, but looks the same as the one I have.) It was about $23 on Amazon when I checked. Surprise, it sometimes shows up as $18.99!  Check the latest price on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3NKWXrZ  As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

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Charlie, The Gizneyland Dog, Checks Out A New Doggie Bed.

We bought him the MIXJOY Dog Bed with a raised rim. From Amazon: Size Details: size M is 25’’x 21’’x 8’’, sleeping area inside bolster: 19'' x 15'', perfect for Small Medium dogs and cats up to 30 lbs. It’s ideal for indoor & outdoor use. Arrives as a vacuum packed bed, easily unzip and let it inflate for up to 24 hours! (You'll see how it pops open when you cut into the plastic vacuum bag.) Pet-Safe Flannel material makes it super soft & cozy. Raised Rim Design creates a safe & relaxing enviornment to make your dog and cat curl up, have fun, provide head and neck have a good support. (Charlie loves using the raised rim as a pillow.) Anti-Slip Bottom: keep the bed in position. The low front edge is easy for cats and small dogs to access. Washable Medium Dog Bed: Washing machine and dryer---Machine wash, gentle cycle. Tumble dry, low heat. We usually recommend hand washing. More than 1400 reviews gave it 4.6 out of 5 stars. It was $33.59 when I bought it on Amazon.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/1nALmDWemUE

Check the latest price on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3wtJAqg

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Meet A super Versitile Phone Holder.

All 3 phone holders can hold on to objects so you can easily view the screen.This week I talk about 3 different Universal Travel Phone Mounts. You'll also learn why I bought 3 different gadgets that do pretty much the exact same thing! They're all super versatile folding pocket size travel phone mounts. You can use them as a selfie stick, but they are more designed for travel. Sit it on the airplane snack tray when it's open to hold a smarphone and watch movies, or mount it to closed snack tray. At the airport it can lock on to the armrest of a seat, and it even can lock on to rolling luggage handle and conveniently hold your phone while you're waiting in line. Multi-Directional 360 degree rotation for best viewing angle. A strong spring clamp mounts your phone, landscape or portrait mode, to almost any object up with a spring that opens to 1.5 inch wide. Compatible to multiple phone sizes from an iPhone Mini to an iPhone 12 Pro Max or Samsung Note 20 Plus according to the company.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/Ac-Zk0ecLj8

Perilogics: https://amzn.to/3wtkTdi (I paid $12.99, but might be back to “unavailable”)

Klearlook: https://amzn.to/3Nu8r2R (I paid $12.59. This is a bit more heavy duty than the other 2.)

Lopong: https://amzn.to/3lsrmiA (I paid $11.99. Comes in plain white unmarked box.)

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Chad's Crappy Corner and his third gadget for his new May Cheap Gadget Theme.

Chad's Cheap Gadget Theme For May, picked by our loyal Patreon is: “Cheap Computer Gadgets”! Chad's third cheap computer gadget is The Avankin Laptop Cooling Stand.

Amazon: This Aluminum Portable Foldable Ergonomic Notebook Lift Holder for Desk, or Table. Raises laptop to improve airflow and help with heat dissipation. (PLEASE NOTE: the stand is semi-permanent attached using double sided tape). Ergonomic design elevates your laptop screen which help reduce neck, upper back and arms strain for the perfect typing position every time. Supports up to 11lbs. (5kg) suitable for any 10-16" laptop or tablet.
Works for tablets with a 9.5" x 1.4" flat bottom surface for secure mounting. $12.99

And Chad's take: Chad wasn't actually sure if he was going to keep using this gadget or not. He thought it was well made, but wishes it had a way to adjust the height of the laptop. He's not sure he likes the steep angle it sets for his laptop. Also he said people should be aware that they have to attach it on their laptop using the peel off 3M sticky tape. But, it was just $12.99. You'll see and hear Chad's complete demo on this week's show. 

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See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1884