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I Bought Every Samsung Fold8 Accessory… These Are The 5 I’m Keeping

By Gadgets, Tech, Video

Video Overview

Switching from an iPhone to a Galaxy Z Fold 8 means rebuilding your whole accessory stack from scratch. In this roundup, EXCESSORIZE ME. buys the full Fold 8 accessory pile and keeps only five that actually earn a spot: a phone-retention bracelet, dbrand protection, a MagSafe adapter ring, a robot-shaped GaN charger, and a multi-mode MagSafe stand. Big thanks to EXCESSORIZE ME. for the hands-on cuts — watch the full video above, then grab the gear list below.

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Editor’s Insight

What makes this roundup useful is the filter: the host did not stop at unboxing everything. They bought the full pile and kept only the five pieces they would repurchase if starting the Fold 8 journey over. That “would buy again” bar matters more than a long affiliate dump, especially when foldables force you to rethink cases, MagSafe, and one-handed grip all at once.

The CARRY U LOCKUP bracelet opens the list for a reason. Magnets snap the phone into a thin flap, and pairing it with a lanyard or retractable clip turns it into a full retention system for crowds, concerts, and awkward selfie angles. The host rates the clip high enough that drop anxiety basically disappears, while a simple twist still releases the phone when you want it free. It is a little dorky by their own admission — and the retractable clip still looks like the everyday pick for most people.

Protection is the sponsored center of the video, and the pairing makes sense on a thick foldable. dbrand’s Prism 2.0 screen protector leans on an installation tray that auto-clears dust and centers the glass edge-to-edge, with an oleophobic top coat aimed at fingerprints. Their Grip Case adds the textured micro-dot surface Fold users actually need for one-handed hold, plus a raised camera lip, full-wrap screen coverage, and hinge protection a lot of third-party shells skip. MagSafe returns through the case for stands and mounts, even if wallets and battery packs sit less cleanly on the fold’s geometry.

For bare-phone MagSafe fans, the Lasercase MagLock ring is the cheap color-matched metal plate with 3M adhesive — two in a pack so you can match case colors or just add a pop of color. The Gravastar Alpha65 is half practical GaN brick and half desk toy: dual USB-C with a dedicated high-watt port, a USB-A side channel, and those little robot legs that exist mostly so you smile every time you plug in. The closer is the Kenu Stance+ 10-in-1 MagSafe stand — three magnetic plates for angle control, a magnetic base for wall mounting, hooks for trays and chair backs, a folded finger grip, a flat selfie bar, and even a vent-mount mode. If you only add one mount to a Fold 8 kit, this is the host’s “everyone should get this” pick.

Taken together, the keepers cover retention, glass and case protection, MagSafe without a case, daily charging, and hands-free viewing. That is a tighter Fold 8 starter stack than most “every accessory” thumbnails promise. Credit again to EXCESSORIZE ME. for cutting the noise and showing how each piece behaves on the actual phone.

Closing Remarks

If you just unboxed a Galaxy Z Fold 8 — or you are finally jumping from iPhone — start with this short keep list instead of buying every case on the internet. Watch the full video above for the drop tests, install quirks, and mount demos, then use the links in the gear list when you are ready to build your own setup.

10 NEW MINI EDC Items (Everyday Carry)

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Compact gear wins when it still does real work. In 10 NEW MINI EDC Items (Everyday Carry), Jonathan from Jon Gadget walks through a fresh stack of keychain- and pocket-size tools — power, trackers, scissors, pouches, fidget hardware, and a car charger — with the same clear, hands-on style that built his channel. Big thanks to Jon Gadget for another practical mini-EDC roundup. Watch the full video above, then use the gear list below to grab what fits your kit.

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Editor’s Insight

This roundup is pure Jon Gadget: small form factors, honest demos, and a mix of mass-market Amazon pieces with boutique makers you will not find in a big-box aisle. Thanks again to Jonathan for putting the stack on camera so you can judge size, feel, and real use before you buy. The theme is simple — cut bulk without cutting utility — and almost every pick is meant for a keyring, fifth pocket, or the smallest organizer you already own.

Start with power and organization. The Vonmahlen Evergreen Go is an emergency bank with a built-in cable story: tiny capacity, tiny mass, and the kind of “get one more charge when your phone dies” role that belongs in a Pico pouch, not a backpack. Maxpedition’s Pico is the organizer that keeps showing up in Jonathan’s kits for a reason — it opens flat, holds loops of gear, and still fits where a full admin pouch never will. Bellroy’s Lite Pocket Trio takes the other path: three ultra-light fabric pockets for sorting cables, adapters, and loose bits inside a larger bag without adding bulk of their own.

On the tool side, the Tacray Vinto and Nextool Mini Flagship F12 cover two multitool moods — a brand-new mini platform versus Nextool’s refined keychain flagship with scissors and pliers in a pocketable frame. The Nextool Micro Sailor Scissors S0 is the specialist: real cutting power when full scissors are overkill and a blade is the wrong answer. Metmo Edge sits in the boutique metal-tool lane — a maker product you buy from Metmo’s own shop — while the Lautie Showhand is pure haptic fidget hardware from a single-origin maker. Neither needs an Amazon detour; the manufacturer pages are the right links.

Tech closes the list. UGREEN’s FineTrack Duo is the sponsored tracker segment — dual-mode tracking for mixed device households — so treat it as a paid look, not a blind endorsement, and match it to your phone ecosystem. Nomad’s ChargeKey remains one of the cleanest keychain USB-C cables for topping up without a coiled mess in the pocket. The INIU 60W car charger is the “leave it in the vehicle” piece: high wattage for phones and small devices on the road. Together the set spans pocket, pouch, keyring, and car without forcing you into one brand family.

How to shop this video: keep the maker-direct pieces (Vonmahlen, Metmo, Lautie) on their own sites, and use the Amazon direct links for the mass-market tools where stock and returns are easier. Swap freely — if you already carry a ChargeKey, skip it; if you hate fidget coins, skip Lautie. Jonathan’s value is the shortlist and the size checks, not a rigid shopping cart. Build a mini kit that matches your day, not the full grid.

Closing Remarks

That is the mini EDC stack from Jon Gadget’s latest roundup: emergency power, trackers, scissors, pouches, keychain tools, and a few boutique pieces that punch above their size. Use the links above to rebuild or remix the kit, and watch the full video for the demos and packing notes. If Jonathan’s channel helps you carry smarter, subscribe and catch the next drop. Stay light, stay ready, and keep the useful stuff within arm’s reach.

 

My NEW 2026 Pocket EDC Essentials Kit (Everyday Carry)

By Gadgets, Pocket Dump, Video

Video Overview

When you leave home for a day trip or a short holiday, a compact “get me out of trouble” kit can save the day. In his latest video, Jonathan from Jon Gadget rebuilds that idea into a pocket-sized EDC essentials kit for 2026. He packs a Maxpedition Pico pouch with power, tools, tape, first aid, and a few clever backups — then weighs the whole thing against his older Altoids and travel kits. A big thank-you to Jon Gadget for another clear, hands-on build. Watch the full walkthrough below, then browse the gear list.

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Editor’s Insight

What stands out here is the brief: keep the utility of a full travel essentials kit, but shrink it toward Altoids-tin size without losing access. Jonathan has built retail chains and spent years refining EDC, and it shows in the layout. Bulky pieces sit opposite flat ones so the Pico still zips shut. Nothing rattles free when he turns the pouch upside down. Thanks again to Jon Gadget for the kind of practical kit design that is easy to copy and easy to adapt.

The Pico pouch is the enabler. It sits between Maxpedition’s Micro and a classic tin, opens flat like a book, and uses facing elastic loops. Pair a thicker power bank with a flat notebook and the bag closes clean. Jonathan offers two power paths. The Vonmahlen Evergreen Go is tiny at about 1,000mAh with a removable built-in USB-C cable — pure emergency juice at roughly 35g. The Nitecore Carbon Battery 6K jumps to 6,000mAh with a level gauge and 10W output, but needs its own cable and adds weight. If you already carry a big bank, the Vonmahlen wins on bulk. If this pouch is your only power, the Nitecore makes more sense.

For the Nitecore route he likes the Nomad ChargeKey, then shows a cheaper 60W keychain cable that is short enough for the Pico. The Victorinox Waiter covers blade, corkscrew, and bottle opener without the bulk of a multi-tool. An Olight Oclip Mini clips on for hands-free light. Self-amalgamating tape plus a strip of Gorilla Tape handle wraps and sticky fixes. A titanium folding cutlery set, heat-shrink for cord ends, an OHTO Minimo pen, and UHMW thread cover the “small jobs” tier. A data blocker and USB adapters protect and connect when public ports or odd sockets show up. A strong magnet, Nextool S0 scissors tool, Suunto clip compass, emergency cash sleeve, Steri-Strips, micro reading glasses, and basic meds round out the back pocket. With the Vonmahlen option the kit lands around 244g — roughly the weight of a Leatherman Wave. With the Nitecore and cable it is closer to 314g.

The sponsored SUPCASE MagFlip MagSafe wallet is worth a look if you want cards on the phone with a stand and RFID block, but it is separate from the Pico layout. As always, treat this as a menu: swap power, drop cutlery, or add meds that match your day. The value is the packing logic, not a rigid shopping list.

Closing Remarks

That is Jonathan’s 2026 pocket EDC essentials kit: a Pico pouch packed for urban problem-solving without the bulk of a full travel bag. The gear list above links each item so you can rebuild or remix it. For the full layout demos, weight checks, and packing tips, watch Jon Gadget’s complete video above. If the channel helps you pack smarter, subscribe and catch the next one. Stay light, stay ready, and enjoy the day out.

Ant Design Zen – The Best Modular Multitool

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to Jon Gadget for a focused look at a new pocket modular multi. In Ant Design Zen – The Best Modular Multitool, he puts the Ant Design ZEN front and center and stacks it against the Roxon Flex family he already knows well. He cares about size, weight, features, build quality, and value — and he is clear that the ZEN now lives in his sling bag. If you want a modular pocket tool without full pliers bulk, this is the walkthrough to watch first.

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Editor’s Insight

Another solid shoutout to Jon Gadget for keeping modular multitools honest. A modular system only wins if you will actually carry it, change tools when you need them, and trust the lockup day after day. The ZEN is Ant Design’s first full multitool play, and Jon frames it as the pocket-sized modular option that finally hits his full checklist — not just clever marketing slides. That bar is high: clean carry, real tools, solid materials, and a price that does not feel like a desk toy.

Context is the real value of this video. Jon pairs the ZEN with the Roxon Flex Companion and the Mini Flex Companion, so you can see two different modular paths side by side. Roxon already proved the idea of swappable tool packs on Amazon-friendly kits. The Flex line is easy to buy and easy to compare. The ZEN, for now, is maker-direct through Ant Design, which matters if you want the exact configuration Jon handles on camera instead of a lookalike listing. Watch for how he talks about footprint in a sling or pocket, how fast modules swap, and whether the bit of extra polish on the ZEN is worth routing your order to the brand site.

The rest of the kit is pure Jon Gadget everyday frame, not filler. Arcade’s Adventure Mag / Aero Mag stretch belt is the sponsored soft-goods piece — a magnetic buckle belt that stays comfortable when you sit, walk, and travel. A Nomad Apple Watch strap covers the wrist side of the carry with a maker brand that builds for daily abuse, not one-off fashion drops. The Kangol 507 wool flat cap is his familiar low-profile headwear, and Ahlem handles the premium blue-glass / optical look when he wants maker-direct frames instead of a generic drugstore pair. Together they show how the multitool sits in a full EDC outfit rather than on an empty table.

If you are shopping this category, decide your job first. Want the Amazon-ready modular path with lots of pack options? Start with Roxon Flex or Mini Flex. Want Ant Design’s cleaner pocket modular system and are fine buying direct from the maker? Look at the ZEN. Want support gear that matches how Jon actually leaves the house? Arcade belt, Nomad strap, Kangol 507, and Ahlem frames round out the same on-camera story. Jon’s strength is putting those choices next to real carry context instead of hype alone.

Closing Remarks

Watch Jon Gadget’s full video above for the hands-on ZEN walkthrough, the Flex comparisons, and why this modular multi now rides in his sling. Then pick the path that matches how you buy and carry — Amazon-ready Roxon packs or Ant Design direct. What modular tool is in your bag this week?

 

Best Pocket EDC Multitool (Everyday Carry)

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to Jon Gadget for another clear, pocket-first multitool breakdown. In Best Pocket EDC Multitool (Everyday Carry), he puts The James Brand Helton front and center — a compact, minimal tool built for real daily carry rather than bulk for bulk’s sake. He walks through the feature set, the build quality, and how it stacks up against familiar pocket classics from Victorinox and Leatherman. Early access for the Helton opens before the public launch, and Jon ties the review to a clean shortlist of supporting EDC pieces he actually wears and carries.

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Editor’s Insight

Jon Gadget earns another shoutout here for staying honest about what belongs in a front pocket. A multitool only wins if you actually carry it. The Helton pitch is simple: a tight tool set, strong engineering, small footprint, and finish quality that feels closer to a premium knife brand than a garage tool dump. That is the right bar for modern EDC — useful every day, not impressive once on a desk.

Context matters, and Jon gives it. The James Brand Ellis and Elko sit next to the Helton as the brand’s newer pocket tools, so you can see the family design language — clean lines, practical steel, and carry that does not snag clothing. Against that, the Victorinox Compact remains the classic thin Swiss Army layout with scissors, pen, and a slim combination tool that still punches above its size. The Leatherman Free T4 is the magnetic-lock pocket multi that opens one-handed from the outside and packs a denser tool deck for people who want screwdrivers and scissors without full pliers bulk.

The rest of the frame is lifestyle, not filler. A Kangol 507 flat cap is Jon’s regular headwear look in these pocket dumps — soft wool, low profile, easy with a jacket. Ahlem frames cover the blue-glass / premium optical side of the kit when you want maker-direct eyewear instead of a generic drugstore pair. Together they round out the “what he actually walks out the door with” story around the multitool review.

If you are shopping this category, decide your job first. Want the thinnest classic Swiss package? Compact. Want magnetic one-hand access and a modern Free-series feel? T4. Want a brand-new James Brand pocket multi with launch-day early access? Helton. Jon’s value is putting those choices side by side with clear carry context instead of hype alone.

Closing Remarks

Watch Jon Gadget’s full video above for the hands-on Helton walkthrough, early-access details, and how it compares to the pocket tools he already trusts. Then pick the multi that matches how you actually dress and work — thin classic, Free-series magnetic, or the new James Brand launch. What is riding in your front pocket this week?

 

ALL NEW EDC, Tech and Travel Gear

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to Jon Gadget for another clear, hands-on roundup of fresh everyday carry, travel, and tech gear. In ALL NEW EDC, Tech and Travel Gear, Jonathan walks through a titanium multi-tool pen, a precision pocket clamp, upgraded cargo pants, a slim MagSafe-style power bank, a packable duffel, a dual-network finder card, a wearable light, and a UK-friendly slip joint knife. Links sit in the description, and the LTT cargo pants segment is clearly labeled as sponsored.

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Editor’s Insight

Jon Gadget earns another shoutout for mixing true pocket tools with travel and tech pieces instead of stacking eight knives in a row. He opens with the Tacray MP1, a short titanium bolt-action pen that takes a common Lamy-style M22 refill. A sturdy clip doubles as the bolt slider, and the crown holds quarter-inch bits behind a twist-lock collar. You get a stylus tip, a hard pencil tip, Phillips and flat drivers, Torx bits, and a tungsten scribe with a package-opener edge. There is no internal bit storage, so plan on a small pouch if you want spares. Size, weight, and write feel make it a strong mini multi-tool pen for desk and pocket.

Metmo’s Pocket Grip is pure maker energy. Stainless jaws face both ways: aggressive locking-plier teeth on one side and an adaptive flat jaw drawn from Metmo’s fractal vise on the other. A brass rapid adjuster sets pressure, max opening hits about twenty millimeters, and a hex drive turns a bit extension into a high-torque driver. You can also clamp it in a bench vise for fixed work. It is overbuilt and user-serviceable, aimed at fixers who want one pocket tool that grips odd shapes, acts like an adjustable spanner, and still earns fidget time on the desk.

The sponsored block covers LTT’s cargo pants in new olive night and naval academy colors. Fabric gets more structure and a bit less stretch than the original iron gray, with a cotton-nylon blend that stays comfortable for daily wear. Pocket layout is deep: hand pockets, open cargo slots, a hidden zipper, a magnetic main cargo with internal dividers, sleeve pockets, a hammer loop, and a rear zip for a wallet. Ankle zippers open the leg a couple of inches for boots. If you want one pair of pants that swallows a full EDC kit without looking like a tool belt, this is the practical pick in the video.

Nitecore’s Pocket 5 is the clever tech piece. It looks MagSafe-ready and snaps to phones or a steel ring, but it charges over a built-in short USB-C lead instead of wireless coils. That cuts heat and wasted energy and hits higher wired rates than typical inductive banks. Pass-through charging and a second USB-C port let you top up two devices, a four-LED gauge shows level, and the pack stays under nine millimeters thick. For people who hate slow wireless banks and still want magnetic stick, this is a smart compromise.

Orbitkey’s foldable 55-liter duffel lives as a flat pouch, then unfolds into a full bag with reinforced recycled nylon, multiple grab handles, a luggage pass-through, and a coated zipper. The outer pocket is the same pocket the bag folds into, so there is no separate stuff sack to lose. At under three hundred grams empty it is easy to keep in a car or pack for the trip home when you buy more than you planned. Capacity and build feel like real luggage duty, not a grocery gimmick.

The Seinxon InCard Carbon is a credit-card tracker that tries to tick every modern box: dual Apple Find My and Android Find Hub support, Qi wireless charging, a loud ring, a thin carbon look, and a slot so you can hang it like a luggage tag. Battery life is measured in months, and charge state shows in the phone app. If your wallet already holds a few cards, this is one of the cleaner dual-network options on the market.

Scoutlite’s SparkO is a flat wearable light that magnetically clamps through clothing. Front ring light, rear battery and switch, four white levels, three color temperatures, red light, and a strong red strobe for roadside visibility. USB-C charging and a pocket-friendly weight make it a strong backpack backup or jacket light. There is a short learning curve on modes, but the form factor is unlike a normal tube flashlight.

He closes with CIVIVI’s Slippy Sendy, a Ben Petersen slip joint under three inches so it stays friendly in the UK and other non-locking regions. G10 and Ultem versions share Nitro-V steel, a slim profile, light spring tension with a half stop, nail nick, choil, and light jimping. No pocket clip, just a lanyard pull. The soft zip case and cloth are nice touches. Watch the light spring if you dig into wood; for slicing and pocket carry it is easy and discreet. Pair it with the MP1 and Pocket 5 if you want a small, legal-friendly core kit from this video.

Closing Remarks

Watch Jon Gadget’s full video above for live demos, pocket checks, and honest tradeoffs on each piece. Then grab the one or two tools that match how you actually travel and carry—pen and knife for daily pockets, power bank and finder for tech, or the duffel and cargo pants when trips get bigger. Which item from this roundup would make your kit first?

 

10 Best MagSafe Wallets (2026 Guide)

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to the team at HICONSUMPTION for rounding up the ten best MagSafe wallets worth carrying in 2026. The MagSafe wallet market is packed right now, and this guide cuts through the noise with clear picks across budget, premium leather, multi-tool builds, and stand-style designs. They walk through grip strength, card capacity, trackability, and daily feel so you can match a wallet to how you actually carry. Watch the full video below, then browse the gear list with direct purchase links.

Items & Gear List

Editor’s Insight

Another shoutout to HICONSUMPTION for treating MagSafe wallets as real EDC gear, not just phone accessories. A good MagSafe wallet has to stay put when you pocket your phone, release cleanly when you need a card, and still feel thin enough that you forget it is there. This roundup spreads the field across those jobs instead of crowning one “best” for everyone.

On the budget and tough end, the Pelican Protector and UAG Metropolis Kevlar lean practical. Pelican keeps the price low for a simple magnetic card holder. UAG adds Kevlar texture and a more rugged look that fits work and outdoor kits. If you want more than cards alone, the Moft Trackable All-in-One and ESR Geo add stand angles for video calls and media, while Moft’s trackable design helps when the wallet leaves the phone. The Aulumu G03 goes further as a multi-tool metal wallet for people who like EDC gadgets with extra utility built in.

Premium leather and boutique picks fill the other half of the list. The Nomad Slim Wallet and Dango MagSafe Wallet target clean daily carry with brand-faithful materials and finish. Secrid’s Cardprotector for MagSafe brings the brand’s card-eject mechanism into the MagSafe world — a smart move if you already like Secrid’s pocket feel. The Oh Snap Snap Grip Wallet blends grip and wallet duty, and the Journey LOC8 VERSA sits at the top of the price range as a money-clip wallet and stand hybrid for travelers who want cash, cards, and a kickstand in one piece.

The smart way to shop this list is to pick by job first. Need a stand for desk and couch use? Start with Moft or ESR. Want leather patina and Find My style tracking? Look at Nomad. Prefer metal multi-tool energy? Aulumu. Want the cheapest solid snap-on card hold? Pelican. HICONSUMPTION’s chapter timestamps make it easy to jump straight to the model that matches your pocket setup without rewatching the whole guide.

Closing Remarks

Watch the full HICONSUMPTION video above for hands-on looks, sizing notes, and the final take on each MagSafe wallet. Then use the gear list to jump to the exact product pages. Which wallet fits your daily carry — slim leather, rugged Kevlar, multi-tool metal, or a stand-first design? Drop your pick after you watch.

 

My TOP 20 Gear of the last 5 Years

By Bags, Gadgets, Pocket Dump, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to Jon Gadget for looking back across five years of reviews and naming the pieces he still carries, travels with, and keeps close. In My TOP 20 Gear of the last 5 Years, he skips ranking gimmicks and focuses on what earns a permanent spot: pocket tools, bags, power, lights, and a few travel problem-solvers that have held up in real use. The full video is above. Below is a clean gear list with direct buy links so you can dig in after watching.

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Editor’s Insight

Jon Gadget gets a second shoutout for making this a true “still works” list instead of a greatest-hits montage. He started the channel in early 2021, and the through-line is simple: keep weight down, keep access fast, and keep tools that earn daily use. That is why the RovyVon A8 and Victorinox Compact open the video. The A8 stays in pocket with a KeySmart hanger for instant grab, multi-mode white light, red, ambient, and UV. The Compact stays slim and light while packing scissors, openers, a corkscrew with a glasses bit, and scale tools he reaches for every day.

Bags get real ownership time here. The Bellroy Venture Sling (labeled 9L, closer to a practical day sling in feel) is his leave-the-house default: structured Duraweave, water-resistant zippers, a double-zip main that opens wide, and a crush-safe front pocket for glasses. When he needs more, the Venture Ready Pack 20L covers one-bag trips and daily overflow with clamshell access, AquaGuard zippers, a laptop sleeve, and a luggage pass-through without turning into a heavy pack. The Alpaka Zip Pouch is his wallet stand-in—X-Pac, split main compartment for cards and bulkier bits, side zip for cash—so he can carry more than a flat bifold without going full organizer.

On the tool side, the Leatherman ARC is the job-site and home multi-tool pick: MagnaCut blade, free magnetic architecture, outside-access tools, and a locking system he prefers when pliers work is real. UK carry rules keep locking blades out of public pocket duty for him, which is exactly why the blade-free Victorinox Companion Slim Alox matters. It keeps scissors, package opener, and drivers legal in knife-restricted spaces. The MetMo Pocket Driver and HOTO precision set cover the other end of fastening work—high torque in a tiny ratchet body versus fine electronics bits—while Maxpedition Pico, Micro, and Mini pouches give modular homes for those kits.

Power and light get two strong Nitecore mentions. The NB10000 Gen4 stays the travel battery of choice for weight and dual USB-C, with pass-through charging and a more compact footprint than older gens. The EDC37 is the high-output handheld he reaches for when a keychain light is not enough. For phone media, the Pocket Tripod Pro V2 folds to card size; for desk fidgeting, the Lautie Choc slider is fully magnetic and modular; for writing, the LTT Scribedriver bolt-action pen keeps a Schmidt/Parker G2 refill in a slim steel body. The NanoBag Daypack collapses to golf-ball size and unfolds into a 16-liter emergency pack when shopping or weather layers appear out of nowhere.

Travel comfort and outerwear round out the list. The Rab Phantom jacket is the ultralight shell he trusts when weather turns. The vonmaehlen Evergreen Mag is the magnetic power bank that rides cleanly with modern phones. CuloClean plus a Matador NanoDry towel is his low-volume hygiene stack for rough travel days. The soundcore Select 4 Go is the surprise hit speaker: loud enough, waterproof enough to float, long battery life, and cheap enough that beach theft would not ruin a trip. And the Kangol 507 wool flat cap is the headwear he keeps returning to after trying others, especially when warmth matters more than fashion experiments.

Closing Remarks

Watch the full Jon Gadget rundown above for the hands-on details, original review links, and why each piece still earns space after five years on the channel. Then use the gear list to jump straight to maker pages or Amazon listings. Which item from his top twenty already lives in your pockets or pack—and which one are you adding next?

 

10 Best Luxury Dive Watches For Everyday Wear

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to the team at HICONSUMPTION for putting together a sharp guide to luxury dive watches you would actually wear every day. They set the floor around $3,000 and skipped the desk-only divers that never leave a winder. Across ten picks — from a Doxa Sub 300 Searambler up to a Blancpain Fifty Fathoms — they focus on fit, finishing, and real wrist time. They even leave the Rolex Submariner off on purpose, which keeps the list fresh. If you want a diver that works with a T-shirt, under a cuff, and still takes a swim, this is the video to watch.

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Editor’s Insight

What works in HICONSUMPTION’s roundup is the filter. They are not chasing 1,000-meter saturation divers or pure flex pieces. They want luxury dive watches built for daily wear — thin enough for a cuff, tough enough for real water, and finished well enough to sit next to a dress watch. Every piece is shown on a 6.75-inch wrist, so the case size and lug-to-lug numbers mean something when you watch.

Three picks stand out for different reasons. The Longines Legend Diver is the value king here: dual crowns, internal rotating bezel, COSC-certified L888.6 with a silicon balance spring, and a slim 39 mm case that wears like a modern classic. The Tudor Pelagos 39 is the comfort pick — grade 2 titanium, 11.8 mm thick, MT5400 manufacture caliber, and the T-Fit clasp that makes daily micro-adjust easy. And the MING 37.09 Bluefin is the wild card: a rotating sapphire dial, 600 m water resistance without a thick case, and a CPHG sports-watch prize that proves independent design can beat bigger names.

At the top of the stack, the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M NTTD still feels like the coolest modern Bond Seamaster — tropical brown dial, full lume aluminum bezel, grade 2 titanium mesh, and Master Chronometer guts. The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique in the new 42.3 mm size finally answers years of requests for a more wearable Fifty Fathoms, with the in-house 1315 and its five-day reserve behind an exhibition back. Between those poles you get real range: Doxa’s dive DNA and beads-of-rice bracelet, Oris’s caliber 400 with a 10-year service story, TAG’s refreshed Aquaracer with the TH31-00, Breitling’s slimmer Superocean Heritage B31, and Panerai’s tool-watch crown guard and sandwich dial.

Worth noting again: these are all maker-direct luxury pieces. None of the links above go through Amazon. You get the exact reference HICONSUMPTION covered, full brand warranty, and the product page from the brand itself. That is the right path for boutique and high-end dive watches, and it keeps the gear list honest.

Closing Remarks

Whether you start near three grand with a Doxa or go all the way to a Fifty Fathoms, every watch on this list earns its spot for a different reason. Watch the full HICONSUMPTION video above for wrist shots, lume checks, and movement close-ups on all ten. Then tell us which luxury diver you would actually wear tomorrow morning.

 

SIMPLY THE BEST Flashlight I have reviewed

By Gadgets, Video

Video Overview

Big thanks to Jon Gadget for a clear, hands-on look at the light that just took his number-one handheld spot. In SIMPLY THE BEST Flashlight I have reviewed, he puts the new Loop Gear SK05 Pro 2 through real carry checks and explains why it edged out his longtime favorite, the Nitecore EDC37. This is not a sponsored pitch. Jon walks through power, beam and flood control, side light upgrades, battery life, and the built-in power bank so you can decide if it belongs in your pocket kit.

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Editor’s Insight

Jon Gadget gets a second shoutout for keeping this review practical. He only does single-product deep dives when something feels special, and the SK05 Pro 2 cleared that bar. Loop Gear is a young brand (around since 2022), but the build, rotary control, and feature mix already put this light in serious EDC company.

The Pro 2 looks a lot like the earlier SK05 Pro that Jon liked a year ago, and that is a good thing. You still get a flat aluminum body, black anodize or tougher MAO finishes in white and gray, and a top rotary switch with a center button. What changed is feel and output. The dial is smoother and more clicky, with less friction, so you can run it with a thumb without fighting the ring. Four positions cover lockout, flood, beam, and the side light bar.

Main light power jumped hard. Flood turbo now hits about 3,800 lumens, up from roughly 3,060. The deep-reflector spotlight doubles to about 2,500 lumens and a claimed 410-meter throw. You can keep different levels on spot and flood, then flip between them with the dial. Hold the center button to step low, medium, and high. Double-press for a turbo burst of about 30 seconds. You can also stack spot and flood for a short combined blast near 5,000 lumens, or triple-click into a bright strobe and SOS pattern. Separate flood and throw optics beat a single lens that tries to do both.

The side light is the other big upgrade. Beside the original RGB effects, Pro 2 adds 38 high-CRI white LEDs. Useful white side output goes from a near-useless 1 lumen on the first Pro to about 120 lumens across four levels. That turns the side bar into a real camp, map, or close-work light, not just a color toy. Jon still finds the multi-color modes more novelty than need and would prefer simple white plus red for night visibility, but the options are there if you want them. A red-and-blue flash pattern is bright for roadside warnings; he notes it may not be welcome everywhere because it can look like emergency lighting.

Power is two replaceable 18650 cells in parallel for about 8,000 mAh total. Low flood or spot settings that still light a walk home are claimed around 48 hours. There is no true 1-lumen moonlight on the main emitters, but the side light covers that with 1, 10, 40, and 120 lumen steps. A lockable rear hatch swaps cells, and one cell alone still runs the light with shorter runtime. USB-C charging now sits under a metal flap and supports up to about 22 W in and out, so the torch doubles as a power bank. Add a magnetic base, pocket clip, lanyard point, side-bar battery indicator, and IP68 sealing, and the feature list is hard to poke holes in.

Jon’s prior favorite, the Nitecore EDC37, stays in the conversation for good reason. It is a bit smaller thanks to a sealed pack, and the OLED runtime display is excellent. Its dual multi-LED heads blend spill and throw rather than letting you pick one mode cleanly, and Lumen Shield flood bursts are extremely bright but very short. On pure utility, he gives the SK05 Pro 2 the edge: true spot/flood switching, a useful high-CRI side light, power-bank duty, magnetic tail, and field-swappable cells. List pricing sits near the mid-premium handheld tier, and he has seen solid sale pricing that makes the package easier to justify.

If you already own a strong flat EDC light, this is still worth a look when you want replaceable cells and mode separation in one body. If you are upgrading from a basic single-emitter torch, the Pro 2 can replace both a walk-around light and a spare power bank. Pair it with simple soft goods from the description—Jon’s Kangol 507 and Ahlem frames—and you get a clear picture of the full daily kit he films with, not only the hero flashlight.

Closing Remarks

Watch the full Jon Gadget review above for beam shots, control demos, and the side-by-side with the Nitecore EDC37. If a flat, dual-battery handheld with real flood, real throw, and a power-bank port is on your short list, start with the Loop Gear SK05 Pro 2 links in the gear list. Is this your next door-grab flashlight, or does another light still hold your top spot?

 

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