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Show #1878 For Week of April 7th 2022 Independent Show 354
AMAZING!! We just started year 17 reviewing gadgets on The Giz Wiz Show!
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Anker Starts A New Brand and A Wildly Popular New Printer!
You’ll hear Eric Villines, Global Head of Anker Communications, talk about their new 3D printer at the press preview just before it went on Kickstarter. Eric said the new AnkerMake M5 solves the most critical issues that have prevented 3D printing from becoming more mainstream like slow print speeds, the need to constantly supervise printing for errors and a complicated set-up. He said the M5 is easy to set up in 3 steps within 15 minutes with user-friendly features including 7×7 auto-leveling, PEI soft magnetic printing bed, auto-resume after power outage and printing notifications. With PowerBoost technology, the basic print speed is 250 mm/s, which can be used for printing jobs that require a smoother and more detailed finish. For faster print for prototyping and less detailed finishes, the M5 can save more time by accelerating the extruder up to 2,500 mm/s². That can reduce the average print times by up to 70% in comparison to other 3D printers. The built-in HD camera can monitor print jobs and if it detects an issue, it will send an alert. Users can view live feeds of their print jobs from anywhere using the AnkerMake mobile app. Supports WiFi and USB connectivity. Magnetic base for easy removal and cleaning. Weight: 27.3 lb. / 19.76 x 17.24 x18.50”. Price will vary as Kickstarter pledges sell out. This project is beyond wildly popular. In about 24 hours it raised over $3M!!
Giz Wiz Video at Anker Make 3D Printer Preview: https://youtu.be/FongYoPX-ts
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A Visit To A Personalized Planet!
Here’s a fun way to see your name, or the family name, in (LED) lights!
Have a home theatre? Even if your living room is your home theater, this personalized Acrylic LED nightlight can add a lot of atmosphere. Since it’s 7 color RGB LED, you have your choice of colors. You can set it to your favorite, or have the sign cycling through them all. The lighted base plugs into USB (Micro cable included) or you can use 3 AA batteries, not included. Makes a unique gift for the film buff in your life! MSRP: $37.95, but it’s often on sale, and as of 4/7/22 they were offering 20% off & free shipping if you signed up for their newsletter. From the time I ordered it online to the time I received it was about 10-12 days. love mine and have it proudly displayed at Gizneyland.
Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/-YkIS-m4sCE
Company website: www.personalizedplanet.com
Light Up Acrylic Signs: https://www.personalizedplanet.com/special-offers/brad-s-deals/personalized-nightlights-from-personalized-planet
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I’m A Big Fan of this Little Fan!
It’s the Efluky 3 Speed Mini Desk Fan, Rechargeable Battery Operated Fan
This rechargeable fan can be powered by battery or USB. As a battery powered fan, you can use it pretty much anywhere. As a USB powered fan, you can plug into USB ports like laptops, power banks, or via one of those USB/AC adapters you probably have already. It a 3-speed fan with a maximum speed up to 3200 rpm on high. But wait, there’s more! This personal fan is equipped with a handy little flashlight and a blue atmosphere light function. This extends the use to the outdoors at night. Mini size for easy travel: 4.9 x 5.6 x 1.4 inches. 2200mAh rechargeable battery. Full charge is about 2.5-3 hours, which the company says offers up to 9 hours of continuous working time on low speed setting. I believe it’s about 3 hours on high speed. Great reviews on Amazon, 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 7500 people. The price wasn’t bad either, about $16.00 on 4/7/22.
Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/TQhjYW9FPrk
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Chad’s Crappy Corner and we discover what our loyal Patreon picked for his April Cheap Gadget Theme.
And the winner of Chad’s Cheap Gadget Theme For April is: “Cheap Microwave Gadgets”
Chad’s first cheap microwave gadget is the Ecolution Microwave Micro-Pop Popcorn Popper.
Info from Amazon: Beautiful, durable temperature safe borosilicate glass for better popcorn popping experiences. No oil or butter needed. Hot air circulates preventing burning. Melt butter with the dual function lid for gourmet results. Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Use the dual-function lid to measure the desired serving size, pour into the Micro-Pop and place in microwave for 3-minutes or less. Glass is made without BPA, hypoallergenic, and thermal shock resistant. For use with microwaves with turntables only.
And Chad’s take? Chad liked this. He said he makes smaller batches of popcorn that other device he’s used, but it’s plenty for him. You’ll see him do a complete demo in this week’s video. It got pretty good reviews on Amazon, and Chad paid only about $10 for his on Amazon. But as noted, the price can vary a lot depending on the color you pick. The red version is almost double the price at $20!
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Dick’s Gadget Warehouse & How To Submit Your Video And Win An Autographed MAD Magazine.
Yes! Another video from a first time submitter, James Dodd! Here’s his email:
Hi Dick and Chad
This is my first time sharing a video so hopefully it works. I bought this item on Amazon for $150. Honestly I’m not sure if they make it anymore because I can’t find it on Amazon and the company website says it’s out of stock. It’s a little loud and takes a bit of practice to navigate using the dual motors. Most of the time I get out the regular net and just do it manually. If anyone wants to buy the Hydro-net, I do charge shipping and handling.
Hope you like it!
https://dunnriteproducts.com/hydro-net/
James Dodd
PS. I’m a fan of the show. I watch almost every episode. I’ve bought so many things recommended by you (like the Rocket notebooks and EWA bluetooth speakers). Next I’m getting an e-bike so now I can buy the bike accessories.
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I bought a piece of crap: Did you buy something you ended up hating? We won’t get you a refund, but we might be able to give a platform to vent your disappointment. Remember, “family friendly” language applies.
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I invented this! Did you invent something? (Or did a friend or relative invent something.) We can’t market it for you, but we can help get the word out. Show us what it is, and how it works. Even if it’s a prototype, you can get our (and the audience) reactions. No professional ads please.
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My Gadget Warehouse: Okay, so you don’t have a warehouse. It doesn’t matter. Just tell us about your favorite old gadget(s). When and where you bought it, and why you’re still hanging on to it.
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My Favorite Gadget (favorite old, or favorite new): Show us what it is, tell us what it does and why you love, or loved it! It can be a new gadget you just bought too.
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Post them on YouTube and send us the link! We’ll do the rest. (Or possibly nothing, but that’s unlikely.) Remember, videos should be just 2 to 3 minutes long! Low production value is fine, but we should be able to hear you and see you! If we select and show your video on The Giz Wiz you’ll earn a tiny amount of fame (hopefully). And if you live in the US, you’ll also get an autographed 38+ year old Alfred E. Neuman picture and a MAD surprise (most likely the current issue of MAD.) But no matter where you live outside of US, I can autograph an Alfred E. Neuman photo to you, scan it & email you a high res copy if we show your video. Just print it out, frame it, or just hang it up and no one will know it’s a copy. We’ve tested it out and fans say they look terrific! If you submitting warehouse videos for a second, third time, etc., you’ll get the current issue of MAD as a thank you.
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