Gadgets & Gizmos

VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 Power Station Review

27May

By Stuart3 Comments

VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 Power Station Review

Have you ever been in a situation where you have a power cut? Or worse, you are stranded in the middle of nowhere and have no way to even boil a kettle. Now I know all that is not an everyday occurrence, and really if you are in that predicament you probably wont be lugging around a power station, but just hear me out. I present to you the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1500 Power Station. This absolute power house of...power. And it might be the solution you are after. More Speed, More Power This is probably the biggest and most challenging piece of hardware that I've ever received. Thankfully with having kids in the house, there was plenty of opportunity to test the power station in various situations. Massive thanks to VTOMAN for sending us one of these units! If you want to get your hands on one ...

14May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

So Chill Infinity Mini Fridge Review

We get sent some pretty cool things to review here at Thumb Culture. This is the first of it's kind though. Today I'll be reviewing the So Chill Infinity Mini Fridge. Available from all good retailers for £45. Is this the missing element from your gaming set up? Let's find out. Fridgin' Cool I'll be honest when I think gaming set-ups a mini fridge is not the first thing I think of. Although, I do remember the buzz when Xbox announced it's Series X Drinks Cooler. So I shouldn't have been that surprised when this landed on my desk! To be honest the more I think about it, the more it makes sense. Afterall I can't be the only one who has to time getting a drink top up or snack strategically between a win at Fortnite or when reaching a good safe bench in Hollow Knight. Design Upon openi...

2May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Minecraft Cable Guys Review

It was not so long ago we were sharing the news of the EXG Pro officially licensed Minecraft Cable Guys and Cable Guys Holdems! Now I'm back, as promised, with a little review of two of the available products! And what an iconic duo I got sent too. Does it get anymore Minecraft then Creepers and Piglins? First we mine, then we craft. Whilst each design is unmistakably Minecraft themed, there is more to these collectibles then just looking good. Designed to securely cradle controllers, smartphones, earbuds etc. they’re ideal for keeping your tech organised. Let's take a closer look at the two we were sent. Minecraft Creeper REST I've had my fair share of Cable Guy REST stands. From Pac-Man to Jack Skellington there's a Cable Guy for every fandom! This Creeper is the perfect addition to ...

25Mar

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

UGREEN x Genshin Impact Series Review

This is UGREEN's first ever collaboration, and what a game to start with! With around 50 million monthly players worldwide, there is no doubt Genshin Impact is popular. And so when the UGREEN x Genshin Impact Series was teased, lots of people were excited. Now I'm not a regular Genshin Impact player, but when these products landed at our door I found myself caught up in that excitement. Who wouldn't be at the sight of some great tech adorned with Kinich and the Almighty Dragonlord himself, K'uhul Ajaw?! Step Into a Vast Magical World of Tech I was highly impressed with the UGREEN Uno Series Collection Stu reviewed back in October last year. In fact we both use the Uno Series Wireless Charger everyday. It's a brilliant bit of kit. And I can't forget to mention the incredible thank you pac...

30Oct

By Jason1 Comment

Hardware & Tech

EcoFlow River 3 Review

Landing on my desk at TC HQ recently was one of EcoFlow’s latest portable power stations to soon hit the market, the River 3. The technological successor to the River 2 series. Launching around November time, the River 3 series units are compact in size, especially when compared to the larger Delta series. Options There are 2 power units in the latest series; the River 3 and the River 3 Plus. The River 3 Plus can be expanded by a separate stackable battery to form the River 3 Max and the River 3 Plus Max. Through the available expansions, the River 3 series offers varying capacities and differing outputs. Choosing the right unit for you comes down to a couple of questions. How much power do you need? How long you need it for? For comparison: The River 3 has a capacity of 245Wh an...

28Oct

By Tyler Denyer1 Comment

Hardware & Tech

Krafted Connex – Hardware Review

Today we’re diving into a new piece of kit: the Connex device by Krafted. This little gadget is compact, clever, and has a bit of a Swiss Army knife charm. On paper, it promises to handle all your charging and connecting needs in one neat package. But does it deliver, or is it more of a "nice-to-have" than a "must-have"? The features Krafted for you Arriving in cardboard/ paperboard packaging. The Krafted Connex is small and lightweight, with a size of (95mm x 31mm x 19mm) and weighing 87.5 grams. (Their website says 875 grams, but this must be an error, with six flip-out connectors. Each item is encased in a flexible silicone that allows just enough movement. But here’s the snag: the connectors don’t fold out completely straight. So there’s a fair bit of adjusting to get them to plug in...

24Oct

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

UGREEN Uno Series Released

UGREEN recently revealed their Uno Series, and we were lucky enough to get some hands-on time with some of the range. Join me as we check out three of the products in the line up, with a further article with an unreleased product coming soon. Bear in mind not all of these products are available on the UK UGREEN site, but we are working with UGREEN to find out when they will hit this side of the sea. UNO REVERSE Advertised as Fast & Fun accessories for the iPhone 16 line up, I can confirm that they work just as well with the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. UGREEN Uno 6-in-1 USB-C HUB The first product from the UGREEN Uno Series is one of the cheapest, coming in with an RRP of $19.99. It offers a multi-port option for plugging into your current laptop or computer. Expand your connectivity...

20Jul

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max Review

When it comes to summer and gaming, I find that there needs to be a compromise somewhere along the line. After all, the Great British summer is hit and miss at the best of times, therefore any pleasant nights that we have, we tend to want to be outdoors. While making the most of the warm evenings, enjoying a beverage, eating and socialising with family and friends is pretty much my summer dream, how about a bit of outdoor gaming to throw into the mix? What if I told you that there was a way that you could enjoy gaming anywhere you wanted? Regardless of being close to a plug socket? Behold the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max Portable Power Station! Off-grid gaming....to the max! When I was asked if I would like to test out a Portable Power Station that could output 230v, I was in awe. With my m...

6Sep

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Gadget Discovery Club Review

Nearly everybody that I know has a subscription of some type, be it Netflix, PlayStation+, Xbox Game Pass. The list is endless. They all aim to provide a service that opens up usability for all, as well as help you discover new things. How about one for tech gadgets? Mystery Box of Tech You Say? Gadget Discovery Club is such a service whereby for a set quarterly, or annual, fee and you will receive 4 mystery tech boxes throughout the year. With the promise that each box will have 1 to 4 gadgets inside and it contents retail at over £100, it seems like a no-brainer, doesn't it? The Get Go When you initially set up your plan you are asked how tech savvy you are, giving 3 choices ranging from "not very" to "gadget geek" before selecting your payment choice. That is pretty much it. Sit ...

9Aug

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Eufy Dual Camera Doorbell Review

Whatever physical gaming software or hardware you order online, it is guaranteed that at some point there will be a knock at the door. Now while a majority of courier transactions will happen while somebody is at home, there is always the chance that the courier will leave the package on the doorstep, take a photo and leave. Wouldn't it be nice to know that a package has been left at your door? Wouldn't it also be great to have some form of security watching over the package until it is safely collected? Well EUFY has thought very hard and long about this issue and has produced a doorbell security system that houses not just one but two cameras for double protection. EUFY Dual Camera Doorbell - Always Watching Whether it is guarding your gaming shed, room or front entrance, doorbell came...