January 2, 2021 – Cuisinart model EM-15 is NOT a conventional coffee maker, but a dedicated capsule-based espresso machine that could not be simpler to use and enjoy perfectly created one-button espresso for today’s cost of $200 from Amazon. Continue reading
Author Archives: Steve Kruschen, "Mr. Gadget®"
Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 Anniversary Edition Bookshelf Speakers Rock
December 3, 2020 – Bowers & Wilkins 607 S2 25th Anniversary Edition Bookshelf Speakers provide affordable audiophile performance at $699 for the pair, currently at Best Buy. Continue reading
Still the Best – Non-Stick THE Cheese Knife Will Make You Smile
December 1, 2020 – Here’s a revisit from my archives, from almost seven years ago. THE Cheese Knife, about $15 is still the best, perfect for more than cutting cheese without it sticking to the blade and one of my all-time favorite, must-have kitchen gadgets.
Elvie Silent, Wearable Breast Pump Returns Mobility to Nursing Moms
November 30, 2020 – Nursing mothers are tied to their newborns unless they pump and bottle breast milk for use when nursing is not convenient. Elvie Double Pump, $499, can be a game changer. Continue reading
GE 8-in-1 Digital Convection Toaster Oven With Air Fry
November 29, 2020 – This GE Convection Toaster Oven with Air Fry, model G9OAAASSPSS, currently $220, and exclusively (today) at Best Buy, is an evolutionary multi-function countertop product. Continue reading
Wemo Smart Dimmer Wall Switch Programs, Automates Lights
October 26, 2020 – Add a finger slide control to this model of the Wi-Fi Wemo by Belkin lineup, currently $40 at Amazon. Continue reading
Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50 Countertop Composter
For the past couple of months a $400 Vitamix FoodCycler FC-50 has transformed mounds of food waste that would have been discarded into the trash or garbage disposal into compost that looks like dirt, or pre-dirt. Continue reading
NutriBullet Juicer Pro – Starter Juicer
October 9, 2020 – NutriBullet Juicer Pro, about $150, is a good way to get into the world of juicing. Why? The answer will require explanation and what I share here is unlikely to be included in other reviews. Continue reading
Linksys Max-Stream AX6000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Router Model MR9600
June 30, 2020 – Extending its reach in the home networking arena Linksys introduces Max-Stream AX6000, a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 mesh router, model MR9600 currently $400 from Amazon. Continue reading
Sony XB23 EXTRA BASS Crisp & Clear Sound Portable Bluetooth Speaker
June 13, 2020 – Sony’s punchy new XB23 EXTRA BASS portable Bluetooth (BT) sound tube is a worthy competitor in the jungle of similar products, and at about $100, it is priced right. Continue reading