Gadgets & Gizmos

Cable Guys Offer Perfect Halloween Gamer Gift

21Oct

By CharlotteNo Comments

Cable Guys Offer Perfect Halloween Gamer Gift

It's that time of year where TikTok is full of Boo Basket videos and inspiration for the best Halloween gifts. Or maybe that's just my timeline? Anyway, here I was wishing for someone to get me the perfect Halloween gift, when the lovely people at EXG Pro asked me to take a look at their Cable Guys Pumpkin King Jack and Monkey Bomb controller holders. Both are sufficiently spooky looking so of course I said yes. What's This? If you're a regular reader of the Collectibles Section here on Thumb Culture you'll know I've reviewed and written about a fair few Cable Guys products. Most recently the One Piece Luffy Controller Holder. I'm doing things a little different today, a two for one as it were. So let's get into it. Monkey Bomb Controller Holder Now I am not a Call of Duty player, ...

12Oct

By JasonNo Comments

News & Updates

Soundcore Launches Nebula X1 Pro

Imagine rolling a single device into your garden, hitting one button, and suddenly having a full 4K laser cinema with surround sound that feels like you’ve stepped into an IMAX. That’s exactly what Soundcore, Anker’s entertainment brand, has unleashed with the brand-new Nebula X1 Pro, now live on Kickstarter. For movie lovers, gamers, and party hosts, this isn’t just another projector. It’s the world’s first Mobile Theatre Station, and it’s about to change how you think about movie night. A Cinema on Wheels The Nebula X1 Pro looks like a stylish rolling suitcase, but inside it hides an explosive 400-watt sound system and a blazing 4K laser projector. With a retractable handle and tucked-away compartments, it’s built to move wherever the action is. The projector blasts out 3,500...

UGREEN Release New MagFlow Range – Product Review

9Sep

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

UGREEN Release New MagFlow Range – Product Review

When UGREEN get in touch and says they want to send us their new and upcoming range, we rarely say no. Enter the UGREEN MagFlow range. Whilst we are still waiting for the third product in the lineup, we thought it was the right time to tell you all about our experience with the range. Ebb and Flow, MagFlow So just what are we looking at today? Well, we got our hands on both the Wireless Power Bank as well as the Magnetic Wireless Charger. So sit back and relax as we bring you some of the finer details of both products. Wireless Power Bank First up is the UGREEN MagFlow Magnetic Wireless Power Bank. This chunky little companion boasts a large 10000mAh capacity, along with a built-in USB-C cable that can be used for 30W output or input. It really is a nice little pocket power solution. ...

One Piece Luffy Cable Guys Controller Holder Review

27Aug

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

One Piece Luffy Cable Guys Controller Holder Review

With the recent release of the Netflix One Piece adaptation, merchandise for this popular show seems to be popping up everywhere. Which is great news for the anime fans! More mainstream merch means more for the collection! No longer do we have to savour the crumbs of the basement in Forbidden Planet. One Piece is taking over! It started with LEGO and now it's the turn of the One Piece Luffy Cable Guys Controller Holder! The King Of Pirates Anyone wanting to get your hands on this before reading any further, I have some bad news. This is not an insta-buy I'm afraid. Simply because it isn't even available to pre-order just yet! Yes, you'll have to wait to spend your £29.99. But I do also have some good news. The EXG Pro website is allowing fans to sign up to get notified as soon as the pre...

27Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

ANTANK S3 MAX Switch 2 Dock Review

If you have ever looked at your Switch 2 console and thought the dock was a little overbearing. Then you should be checking out the Antank S3 Max Switch 2 Dock. This small dock will sit proudly on your desk or TV unit, waiting to be called into action. Small But Mighty Dock! Priced at £38 on the Antank website, although currently at the time of writing, it's on sale at £23! So just what makes this a great alternative to the Nintendo offering? Let's check out the features, and you can decide for yourself. Design Features With something so small, you might not think that there are a vast number of features. Well, you'd be wrong. The dock itself is only as wide as the screen portion of the Switch 2, so it sits quite unobtusely wherever you decide to have it. With some great grippy feed pr...

Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem Review

26Aug

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem Review

I am Cuddle Team Leader fan, and this extends outside the virtual world of Fortnite too. From Mecha Team Leader LEGO to Cuddle Team Leader Crocs. If it's inspired by Cuddle Team Leader, I want it. So, as you can imagine, when the Cable Guys Cuddle Team Leader Holdem landed on my desk I was very excited. A Different Kind Of Bear I have been the Thumb Culture go to for Cable Guy product reviews for a little while now. Meaning I've got hands on with a few new product releases. In a change of events the Cuddle Team Leader Holdem is not actually available yet. Instead it's currently up for pre-order, for £18 on the EXG Pro website. So let's take a look to see if it's worth the load time. Specs If you missed my other Cable Guys reviews, then you may not know the key specifications of ...

Anker Nano Power Bank (5K,MagGo,Slim) Review

19Aug

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Anker Nano Power Bank (5K,MagGo,Slim) Review

If power banks were shoes, most would be hiking boots, chunky, sturdy, and not something you slip into your pocket without a plan. The Anker Nano Power Bank (5K, MagGo, Slim)? It’s more like a pair of sleek loafers. It’s designed to disappear into your everyday carry, to sit quietly in your bag or even your jeans pocket until you need it, then leap into action to top up your phone. Wafer Thin Marvel With its slim MagSafe-compatible design, wireless charging, and just enough capacity to keep your phone alive through the day, this isn’t a heavy-duty backup battery. It’s a smart, stylish lifeline for people who like to travel light but hate the sight of the dreaded “1%” icon. Design & Features The first thing you notice is how little there is to notice. This power bank is only a f...

Anker Laptop Power Bank (25K,165W) Review

18Aug

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Anker Laptop Power Bank (25K,165W) Review

If portable chargers were superheroes, the Anker Laptop Power Bank (25K, 165W) would be the one flying in with a cape, holding a laptop in one hand and a phone in the other, both charging at the same time. Packing a chunky 25,000 mAh battery, lightning-fast 165W output, and its own built-in retractable cables, it’s designed for people who don’t just carry gadgets, they run their lives on them. I've got the power! Whether you’re on a long-haul flight (I'm jealous), trapped in a conference with no free outlets (def not jealous), or simply binge-watching Netflix in a park (I'm with you on that one), this power bank promises to keep you plugged in without actually being plugged in. Design From the outside, the Anker Laptop Power Bank is unmistakably Anker: minimal, matte, and a litt...

30Jul

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

In a change from our review of the Squid Game version, we have something a little faster. That's right we're back with the speedy hedgehog himself, Sonic. In plastic form. So let's take a look at the Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem shall we? Slide To The Left Just as with other products within the Holdem range the Sonic Mini Cable Guys Holdem stand at approximately 4" tall, meaning they can easily fit on a shelf or your desk. Whilst marketed as holders for earbuds, phones or other small gadgets, I still am very much of the viewpoint that these are more like collectible figures with the bonus of being able to hold things. Rather then that being their primary function. And for retailing around £18 on the EGX Pro website, they're not going to break the bank either. Looking at the packaging ...

Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

4Jul

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem Review

Back in May we got our hands on two of the new Minecraft REST and Holdem from Exg Pro. Now we're back with two of the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products. Not just any Squid Game characters though, the iconic Young-Hee and of course a Circle Guard. A Player Is Not Allowed To Stop Playing. If you've ever looked at your tech and thought "Hmm, no, it needs more dystopian survival thriller vibes" then these could be the functional collectibles for you! Let's take a look at just what you get with each Holdem. Red Light I'm going to start this review with the packaging. Well, it is the first thing you get hands on with! As the Squid Game Mini Cable Guys Holdem products are all officially licensed of course the box art looks amazing. It's on brand and easily recognisable which is g...