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Review: The Soundboks 4 ‘Portable’ Speaker Is Overkill (in a Good Way)
We may earn a commission from links on this page. It’s hard to justify spending nearly $1,000 on a massive speaker meant to be used for crowds of 250 or more. But if you can find a justification, you’ll be glad you did. The Soundboks 4 is overkill for a portable speaker, and most people won’t probably use it to…
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Best Portable Carpet Cleaners of 2024
Similar to full-sized models, portable carpet cleaners have two principal functions: They dispense clean water with detergent onto your dirty carpet, then suction up the dirty liquid. All of the portable models we tested have separate tanks for clean and dirty water, although it’s worth noting that their tanks are smaller than those of their larger counterparts. One key difference…
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Act fast! Woot is knocking 34% off this Baseus portable charging bundle
They say that two is better than one — and that certainly rings true for this Baseus bundle that comes with not one, but two portable power banks. The best part? The two-pack is now 34% off at Woot. That’s not all — from now until November 8, you can also get an extra $5 off the bundle when you…
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Stoke Voltaics’ portable electric cookware review
Sometimes you just need a portable electric cookset. Maybe it’s during a major power outage when everyone’s huddled together over the warm glow of the family power station. Or maybe it’s at a tailgate party or picnic. In my case, it’s anywhere I decided to park my van over the last few months while testing two cooking systems from Stoke…
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Best Portable Chargers and Power Banks for Phones and Laptops
Some portable chargers can power your devices faster than others. This is largely determined by the kinds of ports the charger is equipped with and their max wattage output. Take a look at the port options on different models when shopping. Portable chargers are usually outfitted with USB-C ports and USB-A ports, which both can be rated for different…
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This dual-screen portable monitor is my go-to travel gadget — and it’s 25% off for Prime Day
Having a multi-monitor setup at home makes working even easier but when it comes time to leave the house — say on a trip or even just to work from a cafe — it’s really difficult downsizing to a single laptop display. That’s why earlier this year, I started bringing a portable monitor with me for work wherever I go.…
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Too Many DIY Projects Unfinished? The Blackzero 3-In-1 Portable Tool Set Is Here to Help
This article is sponsored by Blackzero. Product choices and opinions expressed are from the sponsor and do not reflect the views of How-to Geek editorial staff. Whether you’re a professional tradesperson or just have some work you need to do around the house, having the right tools for the job is one of the most important things you can do.…
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Best Portable Generators of 2024
While safety is essential, our performance testing ensures that a generator will work as promised when you need it most. To do that, our expert engineers load up every model we assess with a variety of essentials you might want to power during an outage, like a space heater, refrigerator, or window air conditioner. (Check out our guide to see…
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Five Portable Batteries to Buy If Your Anker Was Recalled
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you own an Anker portable battery, take note: Your battery may pose a fire hazard, and should be disposed of immediately. The company issued a recall notice for three of its batteries on Friday: Anker says some of the lithium ion batteries used in these models may be a…
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Best Portable Solar Panels and Solar Battery Chargers
The answer all comes down to wattage. Portable solar devices range widely in the amount of power they can produce, which is largely a function of panel size. Bigger tends to mean more powerful in the world of solar. The most compact and lightweight solar battery chargers typically produce somewhere between 15 and 50 watts of max power. Devices in…
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