The Tiny LED Flashlight You Can For Less Than Four Dollars - http://clapway.com/2015/08/05/led-flashlight123/

Some inventions are so practical, it’s difficult to find any innovation that could possibly make them more functional. Take for example, the cup. Despite decades of technological advancement, mugs and glasses have maintained the same basic shape and style throughout the years. The flashlight is another example. For the most part, the hand-held light satisfies the basic need for illumination and any extra functionalities are generally unneeded. That’s why I was pleasantly surprised to try out the SK68 LED flashlight, provided to us by GearBest.

SK68 LED flashlight is tiny, portable and affordable

Yes, yes…I know. What’s the big deal about a flashlight? To be fair, I will admit that I was not too impressed by my initial impression of the SK68. First and foremost, the compact LED flashlight costs a measly $3.67 on GearBest, which was surprising and simultaneously suspicious at the same time. After all, how many halfway decent products can you possibly purchase for under $5.00? The answer: few.

Putting my suspicions about the price to the side, however, I decided to give the product an honest review. My first impression of the LED flashlight, based on just appearance alone, was that it seemed a bit like a toy. Although the camouflage outer casing (which comes in five color schemes) would probably be useful in certain outdoor scenarios, I thought it made the SK68 look cheap. The flashlight itself is also pocket-sized, measuring 3.65 x 1.18 x 1.18 inches (9.3 x 3 x 3 cm) in size and weighing only 0.057 kg.

Despite its compact dimensions, however, the SK68 is surprisingly solid, heavy and quite durable. The build quality is also decent, especially given the price. To power the device, the pocket-sized flashlight needs one standard AA battery, but it also supports 14500 lithium batteries, which will produce a stronger light. The miniature Cree bulbs also output 400 lumens of focusable light, thanks to the flashlight’s zoom capability. This feature is generally seen in higher priced product, so I was definitely pleasantly surprised to utilize this functionality, which allows you to concentrate and diffuse the beam of light.

Furthermore, the 3-mode feature – high, low and strobe lighting – allows users to exploit the product for use in a variety of scenarios. For example, it would be ideal for signaling, hiking, self-defense, and camping, especially given its IPX-5 Standard Waterproof rating (see video below).

Ultimately, this makes the SK68 LED flashlight a multi-purposeful tool – whether you’re a fan of the camouflage or not. It’s small enough to bring with you wherever you go, yet powerful enough to simultaneously illuminate the way.

*GearBest provided us with the complimentary product in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

The Tiny LED Flashlight You Can For Less Than Four Dollars

Cheaper Smartwatch Alternatives: RWATCH R10 Review - http://clapway.com/2015/07/25/cheaper-smartwatch-alternatives-rwatch-r10-review213/

Aside from timekeeping, early smartwatch models assisted users in basic day-to-day tasks, such as calculations. Today, however, smartwatches have become much more than just “computerized wristwatches.” Over time, they have drastically evolved to become extensions of our smartphones – in other words, “wearable computers.” Unfortunately, forking up $399.00 for an Apple Watch is beyond the scope of what many of us can afford, and as such, various companies have developed cheaper smartwatch alternatives for a fraction of the price.

One such example is the RWATCH R10 Smartwatch, which currently retails for $45.99 on GearBest. I will be honest; I did not expect much from this product based solely on the price alone. After all, price is generally indicative of a product’s performance, so I was interested to see what $50.00 would get me. Here is what I found:

DESIGN/AESETHETICS
I was pleasantly surprised at the appearance of the watch. The RWATCH R10 comes in three colors: silver moonlight, cool black and champagne gold. The 240 x 240 pixel touch panel screen, which measures 1.54 inches in size, is framed by a harder casing with a wristband made of silicone. The style of the watch is pretty typical of most smartwatches I’ve seen simply because rectangular or square interfaces generally allow the most room for functional operation. The power button, charging port, mic, and sim card slot are also located directly on the left and right sides of the watch.

When the device is on, the actual digital interface is also decent. There are some graphics that some people could do without – for example, the blue butterfly that appears when you switch on the device – but all in all, the colors and brightness of the screen are not bad for a budget smartwatch. I expected to see some pixelization, but it’s mostly only visible in the lettering when the user is typing.

PERFORMANCE
Besides the obvious, there are various functionalities that come with this smartwatch, including a heart rate monitor, pedometer, sleep tracker, compass, remote camera, etc. Some of these features might seem a little excessive if you are simply using the smartwatch for making calls and sending messages. However, I really like having these options available to me. Besides serving as an extension of your smartphone, the RWATCH R10 can also double as a fitness tracker in a sense. It is also compatiable with a range of devices, as long as they are running an Android 3.0 or iOS 5.0 and above operating system.

Connecting the smartwatch to your device is also super easy with Bluetooth, and the audio quality (when taking calls and listening to music) is good. The biggest problem in regards to performance is the keyboard. Due to the size of the screen, it difficult to type text messages since the buttons on the display are small. However, I will admit that the keyboard definitely performs better what you would expect it to just based on physical appearance alone. Yes, you might end up hitting a few unwanted characters, but for the most part, you can put together a message without too much effort.

All in all, the RWATCH R10 smartwatch is a good deal for under $50.00. Keep in mind, it is no Apple watch, but if you’re looking for a more affordable piece of wearble tech, this option is definitely something to keep your eye on. For more information about the RWATCH 10, click here.

Cheaper Smartwatch Alternatives: RWATCH R10 Review