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Entries from July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022

Friday
Jul292022

Show #1894 Week of July 28th 2022 Independent Show 368 

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

 

3 Final Fun Gadgets From Sweet Suite, A Press Event All About New Toys, Games, Dolls, & More!

 

Vital Hero – A Way To Get Kids Moving!

 

Digimon's Vital Hero Interactive Band is said to be the first interactive wearable Gamified Band that lets you level up and battle with a Digital Monster! Info from Digimon: Complete easy to hard Activity Missions such as sprinting, shadow boxing, sit ups/crunches, and walking a certain number of steps to earn trophies, increase your battle win rate, and evolve your character. Battles are prompted automatically after training missions are completed or if you tap your band against any NFC reader (Tap to Pay, Phones, etc.). Each Digital Monster evolution will be different, no two people will get the same evolution at the same time. Move More, Battle More. Vital Hero Red Band comes with Dinosaur Roar Dim Card and is exclusive to Walmart. Collect all Dim Cards to Extend play. USB charger included. Step counter, heart rate vital function (not medically accurate), LED screen with time function. Adjustable Band Size MSRP: $64.99

 

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/6-iQB7ms5oc

 

Check the latest price on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3OW0iVj  (Only Walmart has the red band version.)

 

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See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1894

Friday
Jul292022

Educational Insights Gives Young Kids Their Microscope & Binoculars 

GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars Binoculars for Toddlers & Preschoolers, Boys & Girls Ages 3+. Colorful kid-sized binoculars are focus-free and feature large comfy eyepieces — more than 3 times the size of ordinary eyepieces. Built kid tough and designed to last for years. 2x magnification, and breakaway neck strap. No batteries needed. MSRP: $14.99

GeoSafari Jr. My First Kids Microscope, Preschool Science STEM Toy. Info from the company: Designed by a scientist and mother My First Microscope allows kids to see a magnified hidden world with ease! This fully functional microscope is a real working science tools with two extra-large eye pieces and kid-sized focusing knob. A bright LED with easy push-button action lights up details for even more discoveries. It features 8x magnification and a built-in LED light with easy push button actions. AGES: 3+ Three AAA batteries needed, not included. MSRP:$24.99

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/DEZ1W4KV1ps

GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars were about $12.00 on Amazon on 7/28/22
Check the latest price on Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3vlKiog

Microscope was about $18 on 7/30/22 Check the latest price on Amazon https://amzn.to/3cOSJ5g

Talking Microscope on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3bgPd31   (Different from on in my video but does a lot more.)

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See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1894

Friday
Jul292022

ZipLinx, sort of like dominos, if they could fly in the air!

From the company: Load ‘em! Link ‘em! Launch ‘em! Create high-flying, chain-reaction fun with new ZipLinx from Blip Toys! Blip Toys will be launching two Zip Linx sets: ZipLinx Triple Tower Blast and Zip Linx Hi-Fly Set. Both sets deliver a different eye-popping payoff to the classic domino run--launching pieces up to three-feet high into the air! The magic of the ZipLinx system is the ease of set up AND no accidental starts of your run. Your design won’t “pop” until you lay in the special Linx Launcher Key. Each uniquely designed 3.3” x-shaped, interlocking ZipLinx piece lets you create an unlimited number of designs.

From The Giz Wiz: Chad & I both liked these kits. They should provide a lot of family fun. And the starter set at about $20 seems very reasonable.

 

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/fXjZrb2Wbl4

 

Check the latest price on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3oz8e3Y

 

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See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1894

Friday
Jul292022

Chad's Crappy Corner & His July 'Cheap' Theme!

Chad's cheap them for July as picked by our loyal Patreons is "Gadgets Under $20".

Chad's final under $20 gadget is the Urban Shop 3D Print Color Changing Moon Lamp with Wood Stand, remote control.

 

From Walmart: Set the tone in any room in your home with this Urban Shop LED Color Changing White Moon Lamp. Pick the color that best fits your mood. This moon lamp includes a remote control, so you can choose the perfect setting. Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included). The dimensions of this moonlight are 5.5'' inches which is perfect for any table or night stand. This Urban Shop White Moon Lamp sits on a sturdy wooden frame to hold your lamp in place. Can also be used as a night light. Walmart, about $15.00

 

And Chad's take: At 1st Chad like the uneven surface of the globe because it looked a bit more realistic. He wasn't thrilled with the brightness and then really bummed out when the USB power inlet fell inside the globe making it impossible to plug in the power. He switched to battery power & you'll see the results on this week's show. I found a very similar unit on Amazon that is said to have a rechargeable battery for a couple of bucks more.

 

Walmart: https://tinyurl.com/2p89mknm

 

Similar, but with rechargeable battery on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3vnrYLA

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See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1894

Friday
Jul292022

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

Our Gadget Warehouse email is from our most loyal and frequent contributor Mo Torres, who writes:

Hey guys. I have a great gadget for you & all your fans.

 

YouTube: https://youtu.be/6TUp7RQsaho

 

Product: Battery Handle Mount ULANZI BG-3 10000mAh Power Charging Stick.

 

Cost: $49.95

 

Purchased on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3bhPGSQ

 

Thanks, Mo.

 

See or hear this show: www.gizwiz.tv/episode/1894

 

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