Fan of all things geeky? Want awesome gear delivered to your door monthly? A subscription to Loot Crate is want you want then! Every month, you will receive a mystery box full of gear for geeks, gamers and pop culture fans. You can expect things like t-shirts, exclusive collectibles, gadgets and more, with total value of over $45+ for a cost that’s less than half that price!
Watch the video below to see an unboxing of November’s Loot Crate:
Stay warm this cold season with this adorable plush. It quickly warms up via USB and stays warm for up to 6 hours, enough for you to snuggle up with it through the long night.
Get the most out of your bike ride with Hammerhead One Bike Navigation. Resembling the outline of a hammerhead shark, this handlebar navigation system is sleek and looks great on any bike. Using intuitive and easy to see light signals, the Hammerhead One gives you turn by turn directions in your periphery so you can keep your eyes on the road. Using Bluetooth Low Energy, Hammerhead One syncs with the app on your phone without draining the battery.
Feeling festive? Let your phone reflect how you feel with this handmade Santa Claus case available for most smartphones. Other designs include Reindeer, Christmas tree, and a Snowman.
Enjoy the power of Android Wear from a mechanical watch interface once you get your hands on the Tag Heuer Connected Watch. This smartwatch comes with directional wind and weather monitoring, RaceChrono Pro capability, and Google Fit which, altogether, makes the entire design stand out from the lot. The bold layout as well as the custom display theme option turns the watch into something more amazing. The watch will also provide you with a custom suite of micro-applications, including alarm and stopwatch features to optimize performance, precision, and perfection.
Bezalel’s Latitude is the first case for the iPhone that works with both the Qi and PMA wireless charging standards. Such dual-mode compatibility means the Latitude can charge the iPhone with every type of wireless charger, including those at a growing number of public places and in an expanding range of products. Those currently using the Qi standard include McDonald’s, IKEA (in select tables and lamps) and Toyota/Lexus; those using PMA include Starbucks, Delta Airlines and GM (select vehicles).
No more remembering combinations, codes, or keys, Noke U-Lock allows you to lock and unlock your bike with your smartphone. With the app, available for Bluetooth iOS, Android, and Windows devices, Noke U-Lock only unlocks when your unique code has been entered and you’re close to your bike. Also with the app you can share access and limit your friends’ usage with a predetermined schedule.
Get all day audio with the Backbeat SENSE SE Special Edition Headphones by Plantronics. These wireless headphones boast an incredible 330-foot Bluetooth range with compatible Class 1 Bluetooth devices, including iPhone, iPod, and more. Thanks to audio control and power management to save battery, you get an astonishing 18 hours of listening time and 21 days of standby time. Combined with extremely soft memory foam cushions, you can wear these and listen to music all day.
Kick snoring to the curb with Nora, the smart snoring solution. This non-invasive device works seamlessly in your bedroom. A small device sits on your nightstand and, when you snore, activates the Expander, which slides under your pillow. When activated, the Expander gently adjusts your head placement to stop the snoring in its tracks. This mild movement stimulates the muscles in your throat and neck which, when relaxed, cause you to play the nocturnal symphony that is your snoring. Without waking you up, you can return to a better night’s sleep and diminish the variety of health risks associated with snoring.
Start seeing your world differently with the Ultra Portable PlexiDrone. With unique features such as quick release clips you can set up PlexiDrone in just one minute. Setting up PlexiDrone is wonderfully easy; all of the pieces quickly snap together for a sturdy and strong hold. Unlike other drones on the market, PlexiDrone has a multitude of payload clips meaning you can use whichever camera you’d like from GoPro, ActionCam, BublCam 360, and more.
Automate your home security and protect your family and things with SmartThings, the home monitoring solution from Samsung. It’s all in the name; this kit is smart. With it, you can monitor, control, and secure with a touch of a button on the app. You’re able to secure zones in your house that are off limits, turn on lamps and small appliances, and even create a motion sensor response, such as turning on lights when someone walks in. The SmartThings kit is compatible with many other smart home devices so you can also set up a camera for a live view when you’re not home.
A while after wearing my Rose Gold Apple Watch Spot with the default Stone silicone band, I felt like I needed to dress up my watch. I had my eyes on Apple’s Milanese Loop for while, but could never justify paying its high price, especially with third-party alternatives available at a much lower cost. At this point, it was the matter of which 3rd party Milanese Loop had the best quality. After doing a lot of research, I decided to go for the Hoco Milanese Loop.
I’d like to note that this isn’t a sponsored review, I wasn’t provided with the product for free as most reviews, but I paid full price for it and thought I’d share my thoughts on it.
Why I Chose the Hoco Milanese Loop:
At about $60, the Hoco Milanese Loop is in the high range when it comes to 3rd party Milanese Loops available on the market. There are similar brands that are around half that price, but there are a few reasons that made me go for the Hoco band:
Design and Appearance:
When it comes to 3rd party Milanese Loop bands, this is what you have to pay attention to:
The Hoco Milanese Loop has somewhat fine links. Compared to Apple’s Milanese Loop (which I tried in-store only), it is on the lighter side. On the loop side of the adapter, there is no gap, which I truly appreciate and the magnet is very strong.
On the magnet closure, you’ll find Hoco’s logo, which I wish wasn’t there. But since it’s only etched on, it’s not very annoying. What annoyed me though is how fast this bit scratched, only few hours after wearing, even though I don’t remember doing anything hard enough to scratch it.
The shade of the adapters matches the Apple Watch Stainless Steel, so if you’re wearing this with the Aluminum Sport watch, you’ll see a difference between the adapter and the watch. My bet the band will still look great, though. Not to mention that there aren’t adapters that match the Sport edition of the watch yet.
Comfort:
The Hoco Milanese Loop is very comfortable to wear. Just as good as the real deal. The only time it won’t feel comfortable is if you end up working out wearing it for some reason. Although it will hold up nicely, you won’t have to worry about it coming loose, but the sweating with a Milanese Loop on is quite annoying. This probably goes to all Milanese Loops.
Quality and Durability:
I’ve been wearing the Hoco Milanese Loop for 2 weeks now. Apart from the scratches on the magnet closure, which isn’t that big of a deal for me personally, this band has been great. The quality is solid, feels good on wrist, did not come loose and it looks as good as Apple’s official milanese loop.
Compared to Apple’s $149 Milanese Loop, you’ll be saving A LOT by going with the Hoco Milanese Loop while getting the same look and a very close quality. I personally believe it to be absolutely worth it and highly recommend it.
Where To Buy It:
The Hoco Milanese Loop is available on Mini in The Box (where I got it from) with free expedited shipping worldwide.
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It is also available on Amazon (Shipping fees may apply).
The product is cheaper on Amazon, but it’s only available for US shipping. If you’re located outside of the US, purchasing from Mini in The Box is your best choice and you should receive it within 3 to 5 days with free Expedited shipping.
Slate is a well designed smart scale that connects via Bluetooth to your smartphone. Slate is like a personal dietitian and uses a mobile app to provide highly personalized nutritional information ranging from calorie intake, food weight, to macro nutrients such as fats, protein and carbs. Track anything you eat and get to your personal health goals faster. The portable design makes it a highly functional accessory you can easily carry on the go.
The party is sure to get started when you turn up with the Philips M1X-DJ Sound System and Docking Station. With it you can plug in and play your favorite music or use Bluetooth from any device and mix it up on the decks like a professional DJ. The wOOx technology by Philips has been implemented for powerful and rich base and the big sound is fulfilled by acoustically tuned coaxial drivers. The kit is complete with scratch wheels, cross faders, and instrument grade knobs and sliders.
Improve the quality in feeding your pet with the Petnet SmartFeeder, the automatic pet feeder for both cats and dogs. With the Petnet system and feeder, you can manage the time your pet is fed, the portion he or she receives, determine which ingredients are important in their diet, and have automatic delivery so you never run out.
Got something that you often lose? Try attaching TrackR to it and you’ll never lose it again! The coin-sized tracker locates your items via a smart app. Using distance locator and crowd GPS, it will show you where your lost item is on the map. And it works the other way around, too… if you’ve misplaced your phone, press a button on TrackR and it will make your phone ring, even if it’s on silent.