Today in Gear: Product News Done Quick

Some suspect that Uber may have a new service on the horizon. According to Bloomberg, the company is currently working on a TaskRabbit-like service. The report was leaked after developer Steve Moser found code hidden in Uber’s traditional iPhone app for a new service that’s currently codenamed ‘Chore.’ The program is expected to allow users to hire a ‘tasker,’ and schedule their arrival and departure based on the task they need them to complete. Of course, no launch date has been confirmed, but the news does bode well for the company — which just announced its first profitable quarter this year.

Today we’re taking a look at a comfortable camp bed, craft beer glass set and smart lamp. This is Today in Gear.

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Born Outdoor Created a Super Comfy Camp Bed

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The Badger Bed 30 ($400) is a modular bedroll system. It’s made up of an XXL Mondoking Thermarest self-inflating mattress laid on top of a wide outer shell made from post-consumer recycled 600 denier ripstop fabric (finished with a DWR TPU-coating) to ensure excellent water repellency, durability and abrasion resistance. Fans can customize the kit with a Sierra Down Quilt, Cascade Flannel Sheets or the warm-weather Baja Quilt and Mojave Cotton Sheets. All in all, it’s a great hack for glamping, but camp-proof enough for the true outdoorsperson.

Waterford Released a Craft Brew Beer Glass Set

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When someone mentions ‘Waterford Crystal,’ beer is rarely the first thing that comes to mind. Nevertheless, the brand has firmly made its mark with a new Craft Beer Tasting Set ($230). The full kit includes the brand’s IPA Glass, Pilsner Glass, Stemmed Beer Glass and Snifter Glass. So go ahead, fill your growler and stock up on variety packs — this kit has you covered.

Fall Asleep Faster With This Smart Lamp

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The Loftie Smart Lamp ($275) was designed to help users drift into sleep and wake up gradually. It’s powered by science-backed features and can lull you to sleep with a warm, red light (to boost melatonin production) that will slowly fade out. Then, when it’s time to wake up, the lamp brightens from the bottom to the top (like a sunrise) to enhance cognitive performance, well-being and mood. Want to take things to the next level? Pair the device with the Loftie Clock ($149) for light-guided breathwork and more.

Say Goodbye to Ugly Extension Cords

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The reality is, not all extension cords were created equal. Beyond finagling between smaller cords with simple two-prong outlets, there’s also the question of unsightly wiring and having to rotate your devices just right. So streamline your search with Conway Electric. The company’s Extō+4 4-Outlet Extension Cord ($95) stretches eight feet and comes in two colors. Best of all, the powerful box setup boasts four full outlets that can power up to 1875 watts at a time.

Check Out Dango’s New Ultem Wallets

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Dango is already known for creating ultra-durable, EDC-inspired wallets. Now, its newest collection includes three new wallets made with Ultem. Ultem is a heat-resistant thermoplastic that can withstand temperatures upwards of 422° fahrenheit. So the new M1 Lite Ultem Bifold ($129), T01 Ultem ($89) and M1 Ultem wallet ($119) may be all you need to hit the trail to Mars.

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