Nothing epitomizes this summer like Pokémon Go. It single-handedly dragged us from our nice air-conditioned homes into the blistering heat of summer to chase and capture Pokémon. And, while the days of catching real Pokémon still elude us, we can console ourselves with a lot of walking and swiping and a little retail therapy. Here are 25 […]
June’s Loot Crate box looks at some of our favorite less-than-ideal pop culture societies. Welcome to DYSTOPIA – “A Nice Place to Die”. Check out what we got in our Crate this June: Fallout 4 Power Armor Dorbz fig by Funko! – if you are not familiar with the Dorbz collection, they are the really adorable versions […]
Known for making value smartphones, Alcatel has been relatively quiet in the U.S., but the company still has a strong market share worldwide. That first part could be changing — their latest handset is the Idol 4S, and it’s poised to compete in the increasingly competitive midrange premium market, going head to head with the likes of the […]
Star Trek Beyond does a beautiful job of immersing you in the futuristic universe of Starfleet and the Federation. On the human (or otherwise) side of things, Chris Pine, Zoe Saldana, Zachary Quinto, and the core cast continue to do a great job of recreating the synergy and camaraderie of the original Star Trek crew. We would […]
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I have absolutely no idea how ZTE isn’t selling these for a loss (if that’s even true), but I guess that doesn’t matter much on our end — the 6″ ZTE ZMax Pro is coming to MetroPCS and is selling for just $100, despite having a solid set of mid-tier specs. If you’re looking for an […]
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Can’t get enough of Steampunk? Neither can we. Steampunk decor is like cosplay for your house, so we scoured the internet and selected the very best Steampunk decor ideas money can buy. We may never get our steam-powered, clockwork future with zeppelin-dominated skies, but that won’t stop us from turning our houses into miniature versions […]
When Huawei first announced the MateBook back at MWC, it took us by surprise. Huawei has risen to become the third largest smartphone manufacturer in the world, but no one was expecting them to announce that they are going to start making PCs, too. Huawei is finally releasing the hybrid MateBook in the U.S., but […]
For many of us, video games bring back memories of summers and Saturday mornings past spent in imaginative worlds that we were ever so briefly a part of, or of the inevitable struggle to be player one with friends or siblings. Or, they remind us of, like, a few hours ago. Either way, you’re bound to […]
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The largest piece of decor in your bedroom is undoubtedly the bed. So make a loud statement about the geek fandom that has swayed your heart, or send your kid off to college with one of these great geeky pieces of bedding! Marvel Comics Sheets There is a certain age where you stop buying comic […]
They say that your wedding day is truly the only day all about you. It’s your one chance to make everything about that day exactly what you want and love, starting with the wedding cake! Here are 25 wedding cakes that will keep your wedding geeky. Starfleet Insignia Cake Does anything say devotion and integrity […]
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Soap! Come on, let’s have some enthusiasm — while it doesn’t make a great gift on its own, it’s a perfect add-in to a geek gift basket or a welcoming touch for house guests. Whatever your geek interests, you can bet there’s a soap for it.We dug up 25 of these geeky, soapy gift ideas, and […]
When TCL announced their 4K UHD TCL Roku TV series at CES, we were super psyched. An affordable 4K TV that comes running arguably the best video streaming platform out of the box? How could we not be excited! I own the 55″ TCL Roku TV model that came out in 2014, and while it does […]
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It was way back in 2014 when Samsung first introduced the Gear Fit. Here in 2016, Samsung has finally followed it up with the Gear Fit2, a GPS fitness band with smartwatch features. The Fit2 comes with advanced fitness tracking, built-in GPS, heart rate monitoring, sleep monitoring, the ability to sync with Samsung’s S Health […]
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Volvo Cars’ renewed push into luxury since their acquisition by Zhejiang Geely has been going very well — a nice cash infusion can do wonders for a team that still knows a thing or two about making great vehicles. The good times are still rolling this year — the 2017 Volvo S90, like the XC90 we tried […]
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Summer is here, and the power of the sun compels us to plan fun outings and buy fun gadgets accordingly. Whether you are hitting up the beach, throwing an epic pool party, or just grilling up some BBQ at the park, these 25 geeky yet smart things are sure to amp up your fun in the […]
Looking for a rugged phone that makes no compromises? The Samsung Galaxy S7 Active offers the best of both worlds — all the great features of the Galaxy S7, but in a rugged, dust-proof, shatterproof, and waterproof body. Yes, the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge are water-resistant, but they are anything but rugged — you definitely don’t […]
POWER was Loot Crate’s May theme and whether it refers to strength, will or even knowledge, this Loot Crate has all the stuff you need to make you unstoppable. This is what we found in our May crate: Hulk Q-fig – This is an adorable figurine with amazing details and a cartoonish style. Exclusive Warcraft T-Shirt – […]
Kia has been making reliable, quality cars for a long time, but form always seemed to come second to function. When I think of a Kia of the ’00s, no-frills motoring and a great value come to mind. Fast forward a few years and what a difference a couple design cycles make! The 2017 Kia […]
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For a number of years, the Bose QuietComfort line of headphones has been known as the frequent traveler’s go-to pair for noise cancelling. You’ll hear people fall on both sides when it comes to Bose’s sound quality, but there are few who will dispute that their active noise cancellation technology is second to none. So, […]
Ties are a timeless, go-to gift idea for the men in your life, especially when Father’s Day rolls around. If your husband, dad, or brother is really a geek at heart, you’re bound to find the one that is just right for the man of the hour among these geeky ties! Subtle Superman Emblem This tie sneaks the […]
Emojis. They transcend language and speak to the human in us all. Our favorite Japanese invention has so deeply permeated the fabric of society that it is only natural that all kinds of products would be made celebrating how much we love them. Here are 25 products that make for great gifts to those that […]
