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There are still some noteworthy ToughBuilt tool deals at Lowe’s, plus a couple of price-drops. Note: ToughBuilt is a ToolGuyd sponsor. Please let me know if there are any particular tools or gear you’d like to see reviewed on ToolGuyd after the new year! Also, please be sure to let us know if you have any experiences with these tools or gear, or if you know of any other ongoing ToughBuilt tool deals! ToughBuilt GelFit Knee Pads ToughBuilt describes their thigh-support knee pads as setting “the new benchmark for all-day kneeling ergonomics, comfort, and functionality.” These knee pads are model...

  1. OXO OXO Good Grips Flexible Scoop Soft comfortable nonslip grip Head flexes for controlled pouring into narrow containers Leave the scoop in your freezers ice maker for convenient scooping of ice cubes Dishwasher safe and bpafree Compact head fits in a wide variety of canisters and bins Approximately 1cup capacity Perfect for scooping ice flour cereal pet food and more   2. HOMQUEN Gold Ice Scoop, Fashion Ice Cream Scoop, Premium Stainless Steel Cookie Scoop, Dog Food Scoop, Sturdy Flour Scoop, Utility Candy Scoop, Dishwasher Safe (8oz/9 Inch) Suitable for venuethis ice cream scoop is very suitable for...

The Olympos Field is a pricey, intriguing, imperfect watch for fans of bygone design. Zodiac Watches, founded in 1882, has been making timepieces since the presidency of Chester A. Arthur. But the last century-and-a-half have been kinder to Zodiac than to old Chester. For instance, this (originally) Swiss company’s Sea Wolf line is considered to be among the first modern dive watches, and its military credits include an endorsement by the United States Navy Seals. And Zodiac’s latest, Olympos Field ($895), carries on this tradition. “Inspired by the Olympos Military watches made for the British Royal Navy in the late...

[ comments ]“Secure Element” (SE) chips have traditionally taken a very closed-source, NDA-heavy approach. Thus, it piqued my interest when an early-stage SE chip startup, Cramium (still in stealth mode), approached me to advise on open source strategy. This blog post explains my reasoning for agreeing to advise Cramium, and what I hope to accomplish in the future. As an open source hardware activist, I have been very pleased at the progress made by the eFabless/Google partnership at creating an open-to-the-transistors physical design kit (PDK) for chips. This would be about as open as you can get from the design...

According to experts from Kelley Blue Book to Consumer Reports and more, these are the best family cars for 2023 If your car is starting to feel a little crowded—or if your kids are complaining that they don’t have enough USB ports, cupholders, or wifi to get them through the drive—maybe 2023 is the year you ditch your old wheels for something new. Whether you’re looking for a reliable minivan to haul your brood or a comfortable sedan that’ll fit two car seats, there’s a mover for every kind of family. Here’s our list of the best family cars for...