We’ve all been there. It’s two o’clock in the morning. You wake up, need to get out of bed, and suddenly face a familiar decision. Do you turn on the overhead light and wake everyone up? Or do you attempt to navigate the bedroom in the dark, hoping you remember exactly where you left your slippers? And let’s not even talk about that piece of furniture that seems to move six inches every night. Fortunately, there’s a simple little gadget that might make those nighttime journeys easier. Continue reading The Little Light That Turns On Before You Reach the Switch
Tag Archives: Everyday Gadgets
The Little Gadget That Makes Old Sweaters Look New Again
You pull your favorite sweater out of the closet. It’s comfortable. It fits perfectly. And you’ve probably had it longer than you’d care to admit. There’s just one problem: It’s covered in those little fuzzy balls. Continue reading The Little Gadget That Makes Old Sweaters Look New Again
The Gadget Desk: 5 Everyday Gadgets That Make Life a Little Easier
From kitchen frustrations to unexpected messes and dying phone batteries, these five gadgets tackle the little problems that interrupt our day. Continue reading The Gadget Desk: 5 Everyday Gadgets That Make Life a Little Easier
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: The Can Opener That Does the Work for You
There are certain kitchen gadgets we use without giving them much thought. Until they become difficult to use. The manual can opener is a perfect example. Clamp it onto the can. Squeeze the handles. Start turning. Keep turning. Readjust it when it slips. And hope the little wheel actually makes it all the way around. For many of us, that’s merely annoying. But if your hands aren’t as strong as they once were—or twisting and gripping just aren’t as comfortable anymore—that simple can of soup can suddenly become a surprisingly stubborn opponent. That’s why this week’s Geezers, Gadgets and Gizmos Product Spotlight caught our attention. Continue reading PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: The Can Opener That Does the Work for You