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Known as MAD's Maddest Writer, co-host of The Giz Wiz with OMGchad at www.GizWiz.TV, The Giz Wiz on ABC's World News Now, and on Tech Guy Labs with Leo Laporte on www.TWiT.TV

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    Starting Oct 1 2022:   GO HERE FOR GADGETS I SHOWED ON WORLD NEWS NOW             

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    With co-host Rhiannon Ally & Andrew Dymburt.

    "Where more insomniacs get their news than any other source!"

    On these pages are gadgets I've shown over the past few years on the show. 

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    Sunday
    Mar212021

    Useful Gadgets You May Not Know About I Showed On World News Now.

      If you missed the spot on air I'll post a link once it airs.

    The inCharge 6 - or as Amazon calls it: The Six-in-One Swiss Army Knife of Cables, Portable Keyring Compatible with Apple iPhone/USB/USB-C/Micro USB Cable for All of Your Devices. This cable is short, about 2”. The whole device ready to charge is about 5”. But it's versatile. You get USB to USB-C, USB to combo Lightning/Micro USB, USB-C to USB-C & USB-C to dual Lightning/Micro USB. The device is very lightweight and easy to use once you master the 'hidden' connectors. With built-in magnets the heads snap together to hang on your keyring, backpack, etc. The company says you can sync and charge simultaneously. And this I haven't seen before. This cable supports power transfer from one USB-C smartphone to another which doesn't have to be USB-C, as you'll see in my video. It can also charge from one USB-C smartphone to another type of portable device. So you can give a charge to a phone running out of juice, or charge earbuds, etc. It was under $20 on Amazon on 3/21/21, but that price can change at any time.

    Giz Wiz Video with more details: https://youtu.be/X5JDCNd0UYQ

    Amazon: https://amzn.to/3r2pgWY -

    As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

    Sunday
    Mar212021

    Key Chain Led Light & Loud Security Alarm

    In order to find more interesting, useful gadgets in Amazon, I typed “Best selling gadgets under $25”. Of the list that came up I picked the Taiker Personal Alarm for Women. It's a 140DB Emergency Self-Defense Security Alarm Key chain with LED Light for Women Kids and Elders. According to that description us men are on our own. The company says 'with a loud 140DB sound, this self-defense key chain alarm can make a sound loud enough to draw the attention of others at a far distance, which can effectively scare attackers in danger and seek people around for help. Also has an LED light. The portable size can be attached on key chain, backpack, etc. The alarm is activated when you pulled the contact pin out, and siren will sound continuously for 30 minutes unless unless pin is reinserted to device.' WARNING! THESE ARE LOUD SO YOU HAVE TO PROTECT YOUR OWN EARS WHEN USING THE ALARM. Most likely just wearing your own ear buds or headphones will help some. Batteries are said to last 90 minutes which is long for that much sound. It comes with 3 LR44 batteries and they are replaceable. The price is unbelievable! 7 units in various colors for $20.99, which comes to $3 each. This price can change at any time on Amazon. They got decent reviews on Amazon too, check them out.

    An Idea from The Giz Wiz. Soyou don't lose the pin needed to silence the alarm, I put the end of the pull cord onto the key-ring. It makes it a touch harder to pull the pin, but it won't get seperated from the alarm.

    Giz Wiz Video with details on this gadget: https://youtu.be/BqjKofGQUA4  

    Amazon link:  https://amzn.to/393IGVd As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

    Sunday
    Mar212021

    Solve The 'Loose' Finger Ring Problem with Likimar Ring Size Adjuster Kit.

    My wedding ring was getting looser and looser. Finally one day I thought I lost it, but luckily it had fallen off in the shower and I was able to retrieve it. I needed something to prevent that happening again. I searched Amazon and found the Likimar Ring Size Adjuster Kit said to be a GREAT SOLUTION for loose rings. Soft and Flexible material, safe to use on skin. (Well, I would hope so!) Virtually Invisible on the rings! 8 PCS/Set in assorted sizes, there is always one for your loose ring. Works both on men's rings and women's rings. Package Includes: 8 pcs ring size adjuster, 1 x user instruction, 1 x silver polishing cloth. From the Giz Wiz: This worked great and I no longer fear losing my wedding ring. You'll see how it works on my ring on this week's show. Under $10.

    Amazon link: https://amzn.to/3d0BZVg - As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

    Sunday
    Mar212021

    Read In Bed Without Disturbing Your Sleeping Partner.

    It's easy to be able to read in bed at night without disturbing your spouse. Or read on an airplane where there's very little overhead light. Meet the strangely named Takkui Rechargeable LED Necklight. It offers 3 temperature light modes, yellow (3000K), warm white (4000K) and cool white (6000K). Plus each of those settings has a switch for 3 brightness levels. Choose a comfortable setting for reading, knitting, camping, repairing, crafts, etc. It's covered with a comfortable soft rubber, which the company says is sweatproof, bendable and strong so you can twist, or fold to create the perfect illumination for yourself. Only 0.22Ib so it can easily fit your carry-on, backpack or even (large) pocket. The narrow beam angle design shouldn't disturb a sleeping partner. Rechargeable built-in 1000mAh battery provides up to 40 hours of power depending on brightness. MSRP: $17.99.

    Check current price on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3saL8km an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.As

    Sunday
    Mar212021

    This one didn't make it to air, but it's another useful gadget.

    It's a different kind of keychain for belt, backpack, etc.

     

    When keys started falling out my old keychain I decided to buy a new one. I figured I'd search for a different kind of keychain that might be interesting. On Amazon I found the 121 Fruit Way which uses a push button to open the clasp. It's supposed to make it much easier to detach or clip on your belt loop, but if you don't think it does that, it still works the old fashioned way by pushing it up against your belt loop. These are very nicely made and you can't beat the price. They were 2 for $10 as of 3/22/21, but that price on Amazon can change at any time.

    https://amzn.to/3cNfjr6.   These were two for $8.99 on Amazon on 3/22/21 & look exactly the same: https://amzn.to/2PeWKEe   -- As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.