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While BuzzFeed may be known for quizzes, pop-culture lists, recipe videos and more, the media company is now journeying into the smartphone accessory business with its new Tasty One Top Bluetooth-enabled cooker. While smartphone-connected cookers are nothing new, the One Top looks to mix it up by combining an expansive catalog of recipes with its ‘easy to use’ smart cooking device.
A new start-up is looking to bring a hassle-free smart home to consumers without them having to worry about rewiring. Swidget, which launched on Kickstarter this week, is a modular electrical outlet designed to turn anyone’s home into a smart one. It uses the existing wiring in your house and replaces the traditional electric outlets with an outlet capable of using snap-ins.
Once installed, you can use the inserts to connect with all kinds of smart home systems and integrations. Some of the more notable inserts are: Wi-Fi connectivity, security camera, carbon monoxide sensors, Bluetooth speaker, motion and temperature sensors, Amazon Echo extension, USB ports, with many more to on the way.
Amazon offers the GreenWorks 20312 G-MAX 40V 16-Inch Cordless Chainsaw for $137.57 shipped. If you’re willing to pick it up in-store, Walmart has it for $2 less. That takes $85 off the regular going rate as well as other retailers like Home Depot. The 40V Chainsaw packs a 4AH battery good for 100 cuts per charge and its brushless motor delivers up to 30% more torque for greater performance. Rated 4.4/5 stars from over 600 shoppers, where it is the #1 best seller in Amazon’s Power Chain Saws category.
Summer is in full swing and it’s the best time to go on a camping trip. Planning this event is almost as exciting as the trip itself. Picking out a destination, shopping for gear, and getting your supplies together can sometimes be daunting. Keep reading to find essentials to bring with you today.
It is a sad day folks. Apple is discontinuing our favorite miniature iPods. 9to5Mac has now confirmed Apple will no longer be selling the iPod nano and shuffle. Already removed from Apple’s site, they will be taken out of retail stores as well. The news comes alongside the announcement of the updated iPod touch lineup with reduced prices and more. expand full story
This is Ground has long been known for its exceptional handmade leather accessories, covering just about every product category from iPad to Nintendo Switch. We’re big fans of its Mod carrying case which is now on the third-generation.
Based out of Los Angeles, many of This is Ground’s accessories are made here in the United States from top-grade materials. That includes the Tech Dopp Kit 2, a unique 21st century take on an old-school travel necessity. Head below for a few quick thoughts, a gallery and more.
