Defective '5,000,000mAh' power bank
It arrived dead, but in a highly dangerous state and could have burst into flames at any moment.
Forget the socks. Each of these tech gifts has been selected, reviewed and tested by a gadget-loving Dad. Practical and fun doesn't have to break the bank, either: Prices start at $10.
When I was first exposed to the Flir TG165 thermal camera I thought that is was a cool toy for people with more money than sense. But having used one for a while, I'm finding it invaluable to have the "superpower" to be able to see in infrared. Why? Because when it comes to electrical repairs, excess heat means that there's something wrong, and this camera allows me to see this overloading directly.
I've used the Flir TG165 to diagnose many issues - from spotting bad connections and overheating components, to binding brakes on cars. It's a great tool for spotting heat buildup in PCs.
I also find myself using it around the home for a myriad of things, from spotting heat escape points to finding airlocks in the heating system.
At $399 it's certainly not cheap, but once you learn how to use it, it becomes a totally invaluable tool.
Caption by: Adrian Kingsley-Hughes
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