Posts Tagged ‘gadgets’

Review: Belkin BoostCharge 5K 7.5W Magnetic Wireless Power Bank

Thursday, October 8th, 2026

The BoostCharge 5K power bank (S$109) from Belkin offers magnetic wireless charging and supports pass-through charging and delivers up to 7.5W of wireless output while the power bank itself is being recharged.

The BoostCharge 5K 7.5W Magnetic Wireless Power Bank from Belkin is made with post-consumer recycled materials and comes in plastic-free packaging.

The BoostCharge 5K 7.5W Magnetic Wireless Power Bank from Belkin is made with post-consumer recycled materials and comes in plastic-free packaging.

The colour and design of the BoostCharge 5K Power Bank (#BPD010qcFO-DY) is so pretty and eye-catching.

If you’re looking for a really slim wireless power bank for convenient charging on the go, this power bank is a good travel companion which is TSA carry-on compliant.

The BoostCharge 5K 7.5W Magnetic Wireless Power Bank is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

The BoostCharge 5K 7.5W Magnetic Wireless Power Bank is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

Summary of the features below.

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Review: Belkin BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack with Integrated Cable, Light & Sensor

Wednesday, October 7th, 2026

This BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack (S$149) from Belkin is not just a power bank but includes an integrated cable, a light as well as a sensor.

The BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack from Belkin offers a 10,000mAh capacity, up to 45W PD output and a built-in braided USB-C cable.

The BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack from Belkin offers a 10,000mAh capacity, up to 45W PD output and a built-in braided USB-C cable.

The BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack (#BPD019qcFO-DY) is designed for convenient charging on the go.

The BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

The BoostCharge 10K Battery Pack is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

I like how its four LED modes provide battery status, steady illumination, SOS signaling and motion-sensing light, with touch controls for easy dimming.

Summary of the features below.

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Review: Belkin SoundForm Anywhere Ultra Compact True Wireless Earbuds

Tuesday, October 6th, 2026

Sporting a semi-open fit and compact charging case with a handy keyring design, the SoundForm Anywhere (S$79) earbuds from Belkin boasts up to 26 hours of total battery life.

The SoundForm Anywhere earbuds from Belkin are made with post-consumer recycled plastics and come in plastic-free packaging.

The SoundForm Anywhere earbuds from Belkin are made with post-consumer recycled plastics and come in plastic-free packaging.

The Disney design and red-and-black racing colours of the SoundForm Anywhere earbuds (#AUC014qcFO-DY) and its charging case are really aesthetic.

The SoundForm Anywhere earbuds is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

The SoundForm Anywhere earbuds is part of a collection of three F1 x Disney themed gadgets which Belkin launched in conjunction with the Formula 1 race in Singapore.

I found that the dual-microphone ENC helps improve call clarity, while the three customizable touch EQ modes allow users to personalise my listening experience.

Summary of the features below.

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New Arrival: Belkin Launches Disney x Formula 1 Themed Gadgets

Thursday, October 1st, 2026

With Formula 1 in town, Belkin has unveiled a collection of two powerbanks and wireless earbuds with F1 & Disney themed designs for fans braving the F1 circuit in Singapore.

Bring along these handy gadgets - which combines design with performance - for the Formula 1 weekend in Singapore.

Bring along these handy gadgets – which combines design with performance – for the Formula 1 weekend in Singapore.

The new collection brings together Disney’s imagination and Formula 1’s performance and engineering excellence to Belkin’s expertise in consumer technology.

The line-up includes the following three gadgets, with promotional prices (after 10% discounts) in brackets until 12 October, 2026:

Where to buy? Check out the availability below.

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Event: Photoshoot Day for New Gadgets for Review

Friday, July 7th, 2023

It’s studio shoot day today for a slew of new gadgets.

From Left: Huawei MatePad 11 (2023) with Smart Keyboard and M-Pencil, Huawei Watch Buds, and Huawei Mate X3.

From Left: Huawei MatePad 11 (2023) with Smart Keyboard and M-Pencil, Huawei Watch Buds, and Huawei Mate X3.

First off the block is the Huawei Mate X3, Huawei Watch Buds and Huawei MatePad 11 (2023), seen in this photo.

Also shot today is the Acer Swift Go 14; the Sony Xperia 5 IV; the PRISM+ Q75 Ultra; the Dell Pro Webcam; and the Belkin power bank cum wireless charger for Apple Watch.

Stay tuned for reviews.

tech4xmas Gift Idea: FLO Diffuser Home Christmas Bundle

Sunday, December 19th, 2021

tech4xmas: Beautifully crafted aromatherapy diffusers for the home, with a wide selection of relaxing and fragrant essential oils for Christmas. S$218 with free delivery.

FLO Diffuser Home Christmas Bundle (S$218 with free delivery)

FLO Diffuser Home Christmas Bundle (S$218 with free delivery)

The essential oil nebulising diffuser is waterless and heatless, works silently, powerful enough to spread the scent up to 800 sqft within the first two minutes.

My own diffuser at home.

My own diffuser at home.

It is suitable for medium-sized areas such as the living room and bedroom.

There is an LED light with changing colours to serve as mood lighting.

I like how the knob allows me to control how strong a nebulising effect.

This is a fantastic Christmas for the home.

The FLO e-shop offers a wide selection of oils and nebulisers with some in the form of Christmas trees and angels.

tech4xmas Gift Idea: Watercolour Design Accessories

Sunday, November 28th, 2021

Looking for some beautiful accessories (phone cases, mouse pads etc) with watercolour paintings on them? Check out Erinsgarden – an e-shop on Redbubble selling print-on-demand stuff based on the watercolour paintings of @kkmakesandbakes.

* Full disclosure: @kkmakesandbakes is my wife.

Phone covers, mouse pads, desk mats and other accessories based on original watercolour paintings specially designed for Christmas. Christmas Collections at Erinsgarden by @kkmakesandbakes.

Phone covers, mouse pads, desk mats and other accessories based on original watercolour paintings specially designed for Christmas. Christmas Collections at Erinsgarden by @kkmakesandbakes.

Fancy an iPad Case and Skin with a watercolour Christmas Puppy on it?

Or a X’mas Kitty Cat gracing your laptop skin?

Or a Vacation Kitty art mug to keep up inspired since most of us aren’t likely to travel this Christmas.

@kkmakesandbakes loves watercolour painting.

She paints as a hobby and friends suggested that she put some of these on Redbubble so people can buy stuff printed with her watercolour paintings on them.

So if you’re looking for a nice accessory as a X’mas gift for a colleague or a loved one, check out her designs!

tech4xmas Gift Ideas for Christmas 2021

Sunday, November 21st, 2021

Here are some gift ideas that I’ve curated for X’mas 2021. I’ll be adding to this list over the next few weeks, so check back daily for new gift ideas as I collate them.

The tech4xmas gift guide is meant to provide ideas to start you off, so do check out some of them online and in the shops if they are what you think would bring a smile to your loved ones this Christmas. Start by shopping (on Redbubble) for accessories (phone cases, mouse pads, T-shirts, mugs etc) based on this lovely watercolour painting painted by my wife.

The tech4xmas gift guide is meant to provide ideas to start you off, so do check out some of them online and in the shops if they are what you think would bring a smile to your loved ones this Christmas. Start by shopping (on Redbubble) for accessories (phone cases, mouse pads, T-shirts, mugs etc) based on this lovely watercolour painting painted by my wife.

It’s now time to shop for presents for Christmas 2021, and bring some cheer to two years living under the shadow of COVID-19.

Around this time of year, I’m usually inundated with requests from readers and friends on Christmas gift ideas for their loved ones or themselves.

So here are some tech that I would use myself or get for MY loved ones, based mostly on those gadgets that I’ve tried or reviewed.

Not all are the latest and newest, but they are what I think are some of the best-in-class in their category of products.

Happy Christmas Shopping!

tech4xmas 2021 Gift Guide below.

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Tech4WorkFromHome: Tech U Can Use To Work & Study From Home

Tuesday, May 25th, 2021

#tech4wfh is a new series to curate technology and gadgets that you can use to set up your home environment for #WorkFromHome and #HomeBasedLearning – based on what I use for my own home office.

What is your #WorkFromHome or #HomeBasedLearning setup at home? Stay tuned for tech4WorkFromHome series of curated technology and gadgets to set up your work or study environment at home.

What is your #WorkFromHome or #HomeBasedLearning setup at home? Stay tuned for #tech4WorkFromHome series of curated technology and gadgets to set up your work or study environment at home.

It’s been more than a year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

By now, workers and students all over the world have become accustomed to lockdowns and social distancing in the fight against the respiratory disease.

#WorkFromHome and #HomeBasedLearning have become the norm for the time being.

As a result, I’ve been inundated with requests for recommendations on technology and gadgets for setting up the home environment for working and for studying.

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New Arrival: Huawei Band 6 Wearable Smart Fitness Tracker

Monday, April 12th, 2021

Huawei’s entry-level fitness tracker Band 6 will be available in Singapore from 15 April at S$88. Introductory promotions below.

From 15 April 2021, HUAWEI Band 6 will be available at S$88 in three different colours — Graphite Black, Sakura Pink and Forest Green.

From 15 April 2021, Huawei Band 6 will be available at S$88 in three different colours — Graphite Black, Sakura Pink and Forest Green.

Huawei has just announced the new Band 6 – featuring a 1.47-inch enhanced AMOLED FullView Display, 2-week battery life, as well as all-day health monitoring.

The Huawei Band 6 supports all-day monitoring of heart rates, SpO2, sleep, and stress measurement; as well as menstrual cycle tracking for ladies.

Details below from the press release.

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