Zus! The Smart Car Finder & Dual USB Car Charger

This little inexpensive device, it's under $30, charges your personal electronics on-the-go using dual ultra-fast USB revesibile ports. (Reverisble ports means you can plug the USB charging cable in either way.) Zus says it can cut charging time of your device by about half compared to most normal external battery chargers. But wait, there's more. Using their smartphone app, the Zus device lets you know where you last left your car and leads you back to it. It utilizes your phone's low-energy Bluetooth and navigates you right to your car w/ the easy-to-use app interface. It also uses your phone's location services, so it does use battery power. But you can charge your phone quickly when you're back in the car. The app is available for iOS or Android. Zus says their devices provides durability w/ military grade titanium coating and a heat rating of up 212F. (That's like boiling water hot!) The app can also inform you when your parking meter is about to expire. And the high tech lighting offers great visibility in the dark environment of your car. Other features which I didn't try: Actively monitors your car's battery health. Shares your parking location w/ your spouse or friends continuously. Doesn't require any data plan. Under $30. 

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/Rowvf5iMnjM

Company website: http://www.nonda.co/products/nonda-zus-smart-car-charger

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1586

A viewer finds a really unique gadget I'll think I'll have to buy too.

Here's a really unique lighter --- at least I never saw one like it before. Since this product is widely available online and since I doubt it's about to reach 'gadget warehouse' status any time soon, I'm putting in place of a regular gadget I would normally do. And this week, I'll have a Dick's Gadget Warehouse Gadget video!

Here's the email we received about the SaberLight Rechargeable Flameless Plasma Beam Lighter.

Hi Guys! I had never seen this gadget before, but even though I don’t smoke, I thought it was very cool and could be useful, so I had to have it.

I enjoy the Giz Wiz very much!

Thanks Norris Hall              (And here's his video:)

https://youtu.be/ogQpQomN1qI

Norris Hall Studio   http://www.norrishall.studio/

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1586  Link goes live late Friday 9/2/16)

Chad's Crappy Corner and a brand new theme for September.

Chad polled our devoted Patreon members and for his September theme they picked “Cheap Hobby Gadgets”. But, for the first time ever, Amazon didn't deliver Chad's first 'hobby' gadget in time for this show. Luckily Chad had a 'sleep gadget' he never used left over from a past theme, so he did that. Cheap Hobby Gadgets starts in ernest next week!

Meet the ZzzBand Pilot Created Travel Pillow Alternative. Here's what Amazon says about it: Designed and created by an airline pilot as an alternative to neck pillows and travel pillows to eliminate pilot fatigue while deadheading in coach. ZzzBand eliminates neck pain and head bobs providing a more restful sleep by gently supporting your head and neck in a comfortable neutral alignment. The innovative features include an integrated adjustable strap that is placed behind the adjustable head rest found on most aircraft (not the seat back), as well as an incorporated eye cover that rests lightly over your eyes and folds up when not sleeping. Made from lightweight fleece material, ZzzBand will not leave any skin imprints, and does not affect eye makeup. ZzzBand is effective when your head closely aligns with the attachment point on the headrest. Hand wash and hang dry. It is lightweight, compact, affordable, comfortable and most importantly, it works! $19.99. Free shipping, but not Amazon Prime. 

And Chad's take? Chad never tried using this gadget on an airplane and when you look at the photo, I think you'll see why. As you'll also see in this week's video of the show, it's a rather weird device. Chad said it does block out the light, but do you really want to sleep with your head held in place by a strap attached to the headrest of your airplane seat? Another problem expressed by one reviewer was that he rarely got on a airplane that had the headrest needed to actually attach and use the ZzzBand Travel Pillow Alternative. I asked if the straps were long enough to go around the entire seat back if the plane you were on didn't have the type of headrest shown in the photo. Chad streched the strings out for us, and no, they are not long enough to use. So it's a 'no-buy' recommendation from Chad. 

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This never affects how we rate Amazon gadgets since we mostly buy everything we review.

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1586   

Dick's Gadget Warehouse & How to Submit Your Viewer Video.

Dick's Gadget Warehouse.

At Dick's Gadget Warehouse I found a old, weird gadget called d_skin. It's a plastic disc designed to snap onto and protect CD's, DVD's, video game and music discs from scratches even while they play. Snap on and leave it on. Yes, it's designed to works in DVD, CD game players and computers. It's designed to do that, but amazingly, it does work most of the time. This gadget was voted “One of Best Innovations of 2004” by Time Magazine. So that's kind of amazing in itself. A gadget that's a dozen years old is still available for sale if you do a web search.

Dick's Gadget Warehouse Video: 

https://youtu.be/GjPR8eHSaEw

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1586  

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We’re looking for more Viewer Videos!

We’d love to include your video in an upcoming Giz Wiz Show, so 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 of All Time: 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 a tiny amount of fame (hopefully), an autographed MAD magazine and a 35-year-old Alfred E. Neuman picture. So that's one more (so-so) reason to send in your video! IMPORTANT: We'll just shower you with praise for your video if you live outside the US or Canada since we can't afford to send stuff outside of those two places. (Thanks for understanding.)

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Giz Wiz Show #1585 for August 26th 2016 - Our 69th Independent Production!

Thanks to our wonderful Patreon supporters The Giz Wiz Show not only continues, but is well into its 2nd year of independent production. 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/  You can also contribute just once via the PayPal link that's there too. And thank you! Our show wouldn't exist without our viewer's support.  

We start this week's show with an early look at a new gadget from Nite-Ize. It was introduced at the Outdoor Retailer Show that took place in Salt Lake City, Utah, August 2-4, 2016.

The NiteIze Radiant 300 rechargeable lantern is packed with features, especially considering its compact size. Its ultra-lightweight, durable design features a first-of its kind carabiner handle to easily clip carry, or hang the Radient lantern. But the charging technology is where this gadget shines. The base of the lantern has two integrated USB ports - one input for re-charging the 2600 mAh rechargeable battery (in just 3.5 hours), and the other is an output for charging other small devices such as a smartphone or camera. At 300 Lumens, the intelligent switch is used to activate high, medium, and low white LED modes or a red LED mode to preserve night vision. A micro USB cord and a protective carrying bag that doubles as a light diffuser are conveniently included. The lantern is weather resistant and impact resistant (drop proof to 1 meter). Dimensions: 3.86" Dia. x 7.92" | 98mm Dia. x 201mm. Weight: 11.6oz | 329g. MSRP is $44.99. It should be shipping soon. It's not on Amazon yet. (This was posted 8/14/16)

Giz Wiz Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njlvoNe858I&feature=youtu.be

Product page: https://www.niteize.com/product/Radiant-300-Rechargeable-Lantern.asp

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1585