Mp3 player belt for unborn babies attempt at 'womb-training'
A device called BLABY, consisting of a contoured belt stitched with an MP3 player that could be worn by expectant mothers was unveiled yesterday. The device consists of a series of special ‘speakers’ that transmit vibrations from the music to the foetus. Designed by Canadian design student Geof Ramsay, the belt also boasts of tiny mechanisms at the back that provide the mother-to-be with a relaxing massage. According to designer Geof Ramsay, the simple device gives mothers a chance to try out the theory that music is a catalyst for an unburned child’s mental growth.
Tagball- The indoor paintball simulator allows you some vengeance shooting
The Tagball indoor paintball simulator is perfect for those who like a little concentration game at home after lunch or dinner. It shoots tiny velcro style ammo balls into your target and its rubber band powered too, so you don’t have t worry about any eco-friendly-aficionado-resistance from neighbors. Who knows, with a couple of these shooting stars, you could set up military proving grounds in your backyard and make some fast bucks too. (Fine, that was too much)
LG's W53 line of monitors is a sight for sore eyes
LG has some of the best monitors and you have got to check out their latest release, the W53. It has the expected HD capabilities along with a technology that is made to reduce strain on the eyes. We all know that staring at the screen for far too long gives us tired eyes. That won't be an issue anymore as these monitors come with an Auto Brightness feature that optimises the picture settings and screen brightness based on surrounding light sources. No more rubbing of eyes while watching your favorite movies or reading text. Another good bit is the timer that reminds you to take breaks from your computer at regular intervals. The sizes offered range from 18 to 27 inches and a 16:9 aspect ratio on screens over 21.5 inches.
ThreeStyle door is completely inspired by Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Which girl doesn't love fairy tales? We all grew up listening to them and somehow as little girls built some significant parts of our lives around them. While you might not get your Prince Charming or a beautiful castle like in the stories, you can get a door that seems like it's right out of the Goldilocks' tale. ThreeStyle, the world’s first 3-in-1 door has been designed by Slam.The door is neither too big nor too small. It is perfect for daddy, mummy and the kid. You can open and enter according to your size! I'm really liking this idea. Maybe next time they will design a house made of candy right out of Hansel and Gretel. Fingers crossed!
[Cubeme]
Geek up your gaming den with Tetris style Furniture
I don't know a single person who didn't enjoy Tetris while growing up. I'm a big fan of this brick game and it always makes me happy to see Tetris related products. This time around, you can showcase your love for the game in a big way through Tetris furniture. This line of furniture has been designed by Diego Silvério and Helder Filipov and it's obvious they get their inspiration from Tetris. I doubt I'd want a room full of this furniture, but a piece here or there would really add novelty to your decor. The shelves and cabinets are really bright and colorful and they offer ample storage space.
New T-Mobile Sidekick LX is slimmer and integrates Twitter
The highly anticipated T-Mobile Sidekick LX is finally out. Unlike the earlier Sidekick LX, the newer version offers a slimmed down design and some great new features. This new Smartphone has an impressive design and boasts of a soft-touch finish that gives it a non-slippery texture while grooves on the back allow you to place your index figure when holding the phone. Based on Sharp's Aquos technology, the WVGA display measures 3.2 inches with an 854x480-pixel resolution and swivels open to reveal the QWERTY keyboard.
Spiral File Holder - A fun twist to the dull desk
Looking for ways to add some color and life to your dull desk? Well, look no more as the new Spiral File Holder is here. Extremely useful, this unique file holder has been designed by Barbara Flanagan. The stylish spiral holder holds not just files but also papers, letters, cards, photos and CDs! The playful aluminum spiral with red resin balls will surely cheer you up. With such a neat accessory adorning your desk, your tiny cubicle will finally stand apart from the rest. A great and fun way to keep your desk organized, this spiral holder is definitely awesome. Measuring 14" L x 6" H in size and priced at $45, this designer holder is available at Uncommongoods.
The Limited Edition Rubber Player watch in red is simply irresistible
For all those who like to flaunt only the most exclusive and exquisite timepieces, Nixon is out with their second watch in the Limited Edition Rubber Player 4x4 line. The Rubber Player is a unique, new interpretation on the original Player model from Nixon. Dressed in sizzling red the new color definitely gives this watch a new look and style. And so exclusive is this red beauty that each Nixon dealer has received only four watches each. Nothing can get more exclusive than this. So if you have the moolah and the style to flaunt this luxurious timepiece you had better hurry.
Panasonic Toot-a-loop Bracelet radio: A gizmo from yester-years!
Old things are selling and how! Now I don’t want to repeat that clichéd proverb once again. It’s fascinating to have a guest from the past, this amazing AM-only radio that could be worn as a bracelet, produced back in 1972. (If you do recall playing with it as a child) It pretty much fits into the technology that we have today and I’d die before I call it retro! If you like it as much as I do, then search it on eBay for $16 and up.
[Gizmodo]
LG’s GC900 Viewty II is officially unveiled
This time we aren’t giving you the sneaked out pictures as LG’s GC900 Viewty II is uncovered at LG’s official blog. The handset that LG fans have been awaiting expectantly is worth the wait as it’s got all the hip features such as 3 inch touch screen, thickness of 12.4mm (about half an inch) and 8 MP camera at the back. Besides these, it also packs in 3D S-Class user interface, capability of video-recording at 720 x 480 resolution, GPS, Wi-Fi and HSDPA as connectivity.
Ion Audio Tailgater assures a ‘rocking’ time
For all music buffs who love to rock and roll, the Ion Audio Tailgater is just for you. The amazing portable dock works with any iPod including the iPhone and Touch. It also has inputs for mics and other instruments as well as an integrated battery that promises up to eight hours of rocking performances! A great design matched with an equally great performance, this dock is anything but disappointing. Available in a choice of two colors- black or white, this dock is definitely a must have for all music junkies. So what are you waiting for? Priced at $200, this dock is totally worth it.
[Engadget]
Doggy-shaped portable stereo speaker is not ‘bow wow’
I personally love dogs and consider them my favorite pet. But that doesn’t mean I will fall for anything that resembles my beloved animal. Take for example this doggy-shaped portable stereo speaker. Presented at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair 2009 by Blue Box International, this set of speakers is just not right. The idea is definitely cute but the design isn’t. I just don’t find the colorful dogs decorated with patterns on their back very desirable. Featuring a dog nodding motion, this animal themed iPod and MP3 speaker also has funny mode that makes the dog bark!
Doodle and scribble on the Digital Message Tape
The Digital Message Tape is a good way to put your message across to the world. All you need to do is black out the lines or dots to create a personalized message. You can unleash the artist within you or chalk out with protests with this tape, the possibilities are endless. One very good use you can put it to is labeling. This tape comes with a marker. It’s 2 inches (5 cm) wide and 160 ft (50 m) long, so you know it will fit a lot of text. So go on and pour your heart out on this Digital Message Tape. You can buy it for $15 at Charles and Marie.
JBL and Roxy get together to deliver style with sound for women
JBL and Roxy know that looks are very important and they are doing all they can to rope in the female consumers with something pink and stylish. These two big giants have decided to combine forces to create an irresistible line of head phones aimed towards 'fashioniastas'. Roxy's sporty-yet-fashionable goes well with JBL's standard of excellent audio quality. There is little doubt in anyone's mind that the products will be anything less than fantastic. There is no word on the pricing or release date yet, but you can expect things to start rolling sometime next month. I'm sure they will have something pretty in pink along with a range of other eye catching colors.
[Cnet]
Young girls can groove with Vaughn's pretty pink portable karaoke machine
There's some good news for little girls especially if they aspire to be singers someday. Vaughn has introduced it's cute portable karaoke machine that is aimed towards 8-12 year old girls. This pretty pink device was showcased at Hong Kong Electric Fair 2009. It's not just a karaoke machine it also doubles as an MP3 player docking station. I'm sure mothers who like singing and pink won't mind having a go at this machine either. If it's your little girl's birthday anytime soon, this would be a really nice present.
