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35 links, first saved May 31, 2015, latest April 13, 2024.

• Fizz Creations “Tetris” Waffle Maker — Tools and ToysApr 13, 2024 WT284

  A waffle maker that uses tetromino shapes from Tetris! 😲

• Joule “Turbo” Smart Sous Vide Machine by Breville — Tools and ToysOct 5, 2023 WT264

  I've got a Joule from before Breville bought them and I've used it plenty. Is there really a need for a "turbo" function? I would think Sous Vides meals are planned in advance,…

• ‘Franklin Smoke’ Cookbook by Aaron Franklin and Jordan Mackay — Tools and ToysJun 7, 2023 WT258

  I have a total "man crush" on Aaron Franklin and the idea of having a book that is just about the technique of smoke and fire may sound odd, but I’m all in. 🔥💨

• “Battery Daddy” Battery Organizer Storage Case — Tools and ToysFeb 16, 2023 WT242

  My brother-in-law got me one of these a few months ago and it is really awesome. Holds a ton of batteries and works better than the previous organizer I had.

• Flagpole Buddy Gen II Starlink Mounting Kit for RVs — Tools and ToysNov 17, 2022 WT234

  Having Starlink service for your RV opens up a ton of possibilities! 😊

• The “Barisieur” Coffee-Brewing Alarm Clock — Tools and ToysApr 5, 2021 WT181

  This just looks really fun, and how great would it be to wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee. This video review is very detailed, and hits on the key question though "I…

• 'Magic: The Gathering Arena' Released for iOS — Tools and ToysApr 1, 2021 WT180

  Magic was a huge game when I was in college. I didn’t play, but this looks like a very faithful rendition of the card game.

• 'The Code Breaker' by Walter Isaacson — Tools and ToysMar 11, 2021 WT177

  My book club read A Crack in Creation which gives a very detailed accounting of CRISPR. It would be fun to read Isaacson on this as well. Also topical since CRISPR was part of the…

• Yama Glass Cold Brew Coffee Tower — Tools and ToysOct 15, 2020 WT161

  I have one of these and it is a great conversation piece. But it takes a lot of room. If you’re used to immersion cold brew, you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised how bright this…

• Copilot — A Smart Budgeting App for iPhone — Tools and ToysMay 28, 2020 WT150

  This doesn't look appealing enough to pull me from YNAB , but the design looks great and if you are looking for more of a financial dashboard this looks solid.

• YETI "V Series" Vacuum-Insulated Cooler — Tools and ToysFeb 20, 2020 WT136

  I have no need for one of these coolers, but they are so cool and well designed that I nearly want one. 😎

• 'PARKS' — The Board Game about Exploring and Discovering US National Parks — Tools and ToysDec 29, 2019
• Snap Circuits “BRIC: Structures” Kit — Tools and ToysDec 29, 2019
• Breville BDC450 "Precision Brewer" Coffee Maker — Tools and ToysSep 26, 2019 WT119

  I've already got two great coffeemakers, a Ratio 8 and a Bonavita , but if I were looking now I would seriously consider this. I like the addition of these precision coffee makers…

• Available on MasterClass: "Aaron Franklin Teaches Texas-Style BBQ" — Tools and ToysMay 30, 2019 WT108

  OMG this is so amazing and awesome! I experienced the magic of Franklin Barbecue and this series of classes with Aaron Franklin are exceedingly well done. I've also got a bit of a…

• Video Game Controller Cufflinks by ElegantLocketShop [Etsy] —Tools and ToysFeb 9, 2019

  The first cuff links I would actually enjoy wearing! 🎮

• Stoop for iOS — An Inbox for Newsletters — Tools and ToysJan 31, 2019 WT91

  There are a few people who subscribe to this newsletter via Stoop. I haven't tried it, and don't plan to. I don't have a problem routing newsletters to the right spot to read when…

• 'Gorogoa' for iOS — Tools and ToysDec 8, 2018

  I love the new, innovative games that have come to the iPad.

• Rolla Roaster Campfire Roasting Forks — Tools and ToysJun 13, 2018

  I've had six of these for a long time and I love the twirling feature. 🔥

• Anker PowertPort Solar 21-Watt Charger — Tools and ToysMay 31, 2018

  I like Anker's products and this would be fun to have just because.

• Back to Basics: Coffee Brewing Methods & Gear — Tools and ToysApr 10, 2018 WT49

  ☕️ Very nice overview of coffee fundamentals. I thought I’d put together a “back to basics” guide on coffee brewing. We’ve certainly covered this topic in a number of ways, so…

• Pre-Order Alto’s Odyssey —Tools and ToysFeb 11, 2018 WT41

  Alto's Adventure is one of the few iOS games that I still play years after it’s initial release. The game has a Zen feel to it that I really enjoy and the visuals are artful. I…

• The 2017 Christmas Catalog — Tools and ToysNov 19, 2017 WT29

  Well thought through list of Christmas presents for people that like a certain kind of thing. I’m actually not sure what that is, but I would fit in that category.

• Grammarly Keyboard for iOS — Tools and ToysNov 4, 2017 WT27

  I’m a subscriber to Grammarly and find it very useful, particularly for professional things. I grabbed this iOS keyboard app right away and it is really good for a first iteration!

• 1Password 7 now Available for iOS —Tools and ToysNov 2, 2017 WT26

  I store all my "secrets" in 1Password – passwords, banking info, software license keys and anything else that is "secret". Our whole family does via 1Password for Families . I’m…

• ‘Weather Atlas’ for iOS —Tools and ToysSep 2, 2017 WT18

  I've got far too many weather applications but I've always wanted one that used a map as the main way to show information. This does a nice job of presenting weather data. A…

• 'Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking Manifesto' by Aaron Franklin and Jordan Mackay — Tools and ToysAug 11, 2017 WT14

  I must have this book. Must! 🔥

• ‘Monument Valley 2’ for iOS —Tools and ToysJun 7, 2017 WT5

  Tyler and I have been playing Monument Valley 2. Actually he's already completed it. It’s a great followup to the first one.

• “Hello Weather” for iOSMay 26, 2017 WT3

  I've been using Hello Weather for a while now and I really like it. The information is presented in a very intuitive way and easy to understand. Powerful enough, while not being…

• Some of the Best Email NewslettersMar 22, 2017
• “Planet Plates” Astronomy Dinner PlatesFeb 13, 2017

  With the “Planet Plates” dinner plate set orbiting around the dinner table, your fellow food voyagers will always gravitat– okay, okay, I’ll stop now. The point is, this is a…

• The 9.7" iPad Pro Review — Tools and ToysMay 11, 2016

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• Our Guide to Iced and Cold Brew Coffees — Tools and ToysMar 31, 2016

  Below is our guide to the hows and whys of making two kinds of cold coffee: Iced and cold brewed.

• Anker PowerDrive 2 — 24W Dual-USB Car Charger — Tools and ToysFeb 29, 2016

  Speaking of cars and charging, if you need the ability to charge multiple devices while driving but don’t need a whole jump starter to get the job done, the Anker PowerDrive 2 is…

• The Apple Watch Review — Tools and ToysMay 31, 2015

  The following is a brief record of events over the entirety of Sunday May 3, and Monday May 4, 2015.