Holiday Gadgets

Welcome back everybody! Today I’m back with the latest Freakin’ Newsletter and I have lots for you to digest this week. A new video just dropped, Black Friday sales are happening, and the holiday season is heating up. Let’s jump right into my latest video below.

NEW VIDEO ALERT
Holiday Level-Up?

My latest video is live, and this time I’m diving into some festive, holiday-inspired products that might just make your season a little brighter (or at least more entertaining).

🎁 First up, we have a phone charging cable that doubles as a strand of Christmas lights. While its performance might take a small hit for the sake of festive aesthetics, most people probably won’t mind the trade-off for that extra holiday cheer.

🔮 Next, there’s the #2 Most-Gifted toy on Amazon, Mr. Predicto—a modern twist on the classic Magic 8 Ball. Will it predict your holiday fortune? Only one way to find out!

🍹 And finally, for your holiday gatherings, I’m testing out reusable adult drink pouches—think Capri Sun, but bigger, reusable, and perfect for any beverage of your choice (adult or otherwise).

Click below to watch the full review and see which of these holiday products are worth adding to your celebration!

DEALS
Granitestone Pro - 20% Off

Granitestone Pro is still one of my favorite pans and they have a sale price for a set of two of their hard anodized pans. If you want to see it in action, you can read my written review here or watch the full video review.

I spotted a couple of other deals today as well.

MagTwins Hand Warmers

You may recall a comparison I did of hand warmers last year where my top pick was the Ocoopa MagTwins. While I preferred these over the others, the price tends to fluctuate. Right now, as part of their Black Friday deal, the price is at the lowest point I’ve seen all year. If you’ve been thinking about getting one, now is the time! Check out this listing in my store, which gives additional info on your way to Amazon.

Zoa

While I haven’t officially reviewed this, you may have heard me mention it before: Zoa Zero Sugar Energy Drinks. It’s my favorite guilty pleasure, and their Black Friday deal has these drinks marked down significantly compared to regular prices. If you’ve ever considered trying Zoa, now’s the perfect opportunity! My favorite flavor is Pineapple Coconut.

ON THIS DATE
Star Shower Ultra 9 Review (2022)

Two years ago today, I posted my review of the Star Shower Ultra 9 holiday projector. Even two years later, this remains the most recent model in the long-running line of Star Shower products promoted over the years. I’ve noticed a significant advertising push for it online and on television this year. The model I tested worked quite well, but one viewer mentioned that a version purchased in 2024 wasn’t as bright, though I can’t confirm that personally.

SMART SHOPPING
Three Tips for Wiser Shopping

Don't Buy on Impulse. If you’re tempted to buy something on a whim, wait 24 hours. If you still want it, it’s likely worth the purchase.

I once had a vacuum salesman show up to my door and insist on giving me a demonstration. I was impressed but told him I had to wait 24 hours. A day later, I realized I had no need for it, but may have bought it on the spot if I hadn’t insisted on this rule! Salesmen hate this rule!

Look Beyond 5-Star Reviews. Sort reviews by "most recent" or "lowest rated" to uncover potential issues with a product.

Sign Up for Free Trials Wisely. Keep a pre-paid card on hand for use on things like free trials so you can prevent surprise charges when free trials end - of if they make it impossible to cancel!

SHORT SPOTLIGHT
Magic Light Brush