Gadgets for the Guru

No more worries about managing your smartphone if you have to wear gloves, ThumbDogs with touchscreen technology was designed for skiers, snowboarders, hunters, motorcyclists, construction workers and military men and women who often wear gloves. This gadget is made from stretchable nylon and special conductive fabric, and fits over almost any style of glove, allowing you to use your smartphone with ease. $14.99 Set of 2 thumbdogs.com
 
The Slingshot is a portable, water-resistant sound system. The speaker syncs with Bluetooth-enabled devices up to 33 feet away and features a built-in microphone for hands-free phone calls. The compact 40mm diameter speaker has 1.2W of power output and achieves a 100Hz-10KHz-frequency range. It is encased in a soft sling for easy home use and can be taken out and placed in a To-Go Sling. The Slingshot is available in two models, one with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and one powered by 4-AA batteries. $99.99-119.99 blueflamegear.com
 
 
 
 
 

 
The UCO Arka is a collapsible, rechargeable lantern and flashlight with a built-in USB charging port designed for the adventurer. The light features a 4AH lithium-ion battery and burns on high for 6 to 8 hours and on low for up to 50 hours. The Arka has five lighting modes: high, low, tactical night vision, strobe and S.O.S. emergency strobe. It can also recharge your mobile device. The light displays battery level and charging status with a built-in LED indicator light. $69.99 industrialrev.com
 
 
 
This iPhone case allows you to store your I.D., credits card and cash with your phone. The case is made of recycled aircraft aluminum which makes is lightweight and durable and keeps the iPhone cooler as heat is drawn to the aluminum. It also protects your I.D. from RFID scanners. Additionally, the case features a mirror and the option for engraving a variety of designs or monograms. $119 reyneau.com