Show #1831 Recorded Thursday May 13, 2021 Independent Show 310

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Pill Popper - Helps Solve The Problem - “Did I Take My Pill?”

It can be difficult to remember if you've taken your medication or even to keep track of how many doses you've taken during the day, especially for the elderly or the disabled. Pill Popper helps keeps track of whether or not you've taken your pills during the day for an entire week! This prescription tracker can attach to most prescription medications, even if they're creams or medicine that can't be put in regular pill boxes. The buttons on the tracker are labeled with the days of the week. All you need to do is push the corresponding button down to set the reminder that you have taken your medication for the day. If you take more than one dose a day, there are two buttons you push for 2 and 3 doses. The silicone ring can stretch up to 2.5" in diameter to accommodate medication containers. The medication tracker measures 2.25" x 1.6", making it the perfect size to fit in a purse, satchel, or backpack during travel. Under $10 - 3/Pill Poppers in package.

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A 2K Webcam? For how much?? Hmmmm....

It's from Aufixy -- (No, I never heard of them before, but here's their info) A true 2K - 2560 1440, 4 Million pixels web camera and 30Fps per second to capture your clips, which is clearer and faster than 1080P. Built-in dual noise reduction analog microphone, excellent stereo audio, can record clear and natural sound within 3M. The clear output of sound in a noisy environment is the best choice for video conferencing and online courses. 105° wide angle for wide field of view. (Fixed non-zoom lens.) High resolution sensor and glass lens. But wait, there's more! Free privacy shutter & tripod! 90-Day money-back & 1-Year free replacement & Lifetime customer service. Price: Under $16.00, yes $15.99. At least that was the price on 5/15/21. It can change at any time. 

From The Giz Wiz: How does an under $16 webcam look? Well for this spot on the show, I switched to the Aufixy cam, so you'll be able to see for yourself. Quickie verdict: Excellent picture, but a bit on the dark side. We didn't switch to the webcam mic, but my guess is it's going to be way better than mic built into your computer or laptop.

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What an even cheaper webcam?? How about under $12!! https://amzn.to/3y8oaxH The low price has me wondering now. Are they spying on us? The $16 webcam above does have a privacy shutter. Looks like this one doesn't. So for the extra $4 the one above might be a better buy, but I thought I'd let you know about this one too. As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

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Kids Will Want To Wash Their Hands with Crazy Aarons Hypercolor Foaming Hand Soap & Splatz!

From Crazy Aarons Hypercolor Foaming Soap: Give children an extra reason to wash their hands! Created using Hypercolor technology, this color changing natural foam soap is a blast to use. Watch as it changes in your hands and then rinses clear. It smells terrific, too! Gentle and effective, this natural foam soap changes from magenta to white to let kids know when they have thoroughly scrubbed.

The second soap product in the video is Splatz. From the company: SPLATZ are eco-friendly bubbles of pure hand soap that literally SPLAT! when kids squeeze them. Developed by an entrepreneurial designer (mom) and two Harvard/MIT scientists (dads) using a patent-pending formula and all natural ingredients, these irresistible balls of fun change the way kids think about washing their hands. The SPLATZ Starter Package contains our "handy" new dispenser and a separate refill jar of SPLATZ. Simply transfer the soap into the dispenser, and wash your hands!

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/EzxB3RYxuCI

Hypercolor Foam on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3tQ5hw3  - As an Amazon Associate Giz Wiz Biz earns from qualifying Amazon purchases. You pay no more.

Splatz is here: https://onefun.com/products/one-fun-soap 

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Chad's Crappy Corner & his second gadget for his new May Theme.

On this show we find out Chad's New Crappy Corner Theme for May as picked by our loyal Patreon members!

The winning theme, voted on by our loyal Patreons, is Anti-Theft & Security Gadgets.

Chad's second security gadget of the month is the Safebox Travel Security Door Alarm.

Here's what Target says about it: The Safebox Travel Security Alarm is reliable and powerful to give you peace of mind, whether traveling or staying at home. Compact and portable with built in LED flashlight and loud, high-pitched 91dB alarm. Can be used on hotel door, dorm room, windows, sliding door or carry as a personal alarm. Once prongs are separated, alarm will sound. Includes two CR2032 lithium coin batteries.

And Chad's take: This is a small, convenient device that works well. It even has an LED flashlight & it uses 2032 button batteries that are replaceable. You'll see Chad do a complete demo on this week's show. About $14.00.

https://tinyurl.com/TGWShow-doorssafetyalarm

The same gadget branded differently is available on Amazon for a buck or two less:

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Dick's Gadget Warehouse & How To Submit Your Video And Win An Autographed MAD Magazine.

Our warehouse video this week is from Mo Torres, our most loyal follower and frequent contributor and Patreon member.

Mo emails: Hey guys -

We have another guess what the heck is it?

Youtube: https://youtu.be/j5T--sFFGPI

Mo

(Giz Wiz note: Neither Chad or I guessed it. Can you?)

Answer is: Medal Glasses AVODA Multi Purpose Adjustable Laptop Tablet Stand Apple Gray
BH #AVDGSLHDR Cost: $16.99 (Now $25 at BH Photo, but see below for lower price.)

B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1609086-REG/avoda_avd_gslhdr_multi_purpose_adjustable_laptop_stand.html

Giz Wiz: It went to almost $25 at BH Photo, but still cheaper here: (Not an affiliate link)
https://www.dealsofamerica.com/AVODA-Multi-Purpose-Adjustable-Laptop-Stand/551227.htm

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Email of the week:

Adam Jakowenko

Hey Dick and Chad,

You may have seen this recent news but thought I'd pass it along in case you wanted to mention on the show. Some big brands part of this fraud scheme!

https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/amazon-removing-popular-accessory-companies-fake-product-reviews/