Octopus shaped USB hub is cute and handy
Theoretically, an Octopus is supposed to have a total of 8 tentacles. But sometimes in the gadget world, practicality defies theory, exactly as the Red Cutie Octopus USB hub did when it was posted earlier last year. This time we’re back with a revised, cuter version of the 4-tentacled Octopus USB hub. Actually the power cord makes it 5-legged. This cute $10 USB hub would make a great gift for a girl!
Thanko creates new 4GB Button Spy Camera
If you want to be a spy or a secret agent like James Bond, then you need to own some cool hi-tech gadgets that will help you in your secret missions. Say for instance a spy cam, to catch the crooks in action. Here is the most sly and unique spy camera that will let you complete your mission smoothly without any fear of being discovered. Created by Thanko, this new spy camera is a 4GB button camera that records video in VGA at 15fps and shoots pictures in 1280x1024. Just place the fake button on your shirt and wear the special ring to get this camera started. Once done, you can attach this camera to your PC via USB and store your footage safely in that secret folder. Simply amazing, just think of all the fun you can have with this hidden camera.
Uchiagehanabi lets you enjoy an indoor display of fireworks
I love watching the entire sky lit up in colorful fireworks. And now a new device will let me enjoy the experience of watching fireworks in my very home! Known as the Uchiagehanabi, this amazing device projects the images of fireworks (some as big as 1.5 meters wide) on the wall and the ceiling. These images are accompanied by original sound effects making this experience as real as it can get. The device offers fifty-five patterns of various sizes and colors, and lots of creative ways of making unique displays. Apparently it allows the user to draw patterns as well. However this device will not be available before August, so any plans to buy this device in time for July 4 celebrations will have to be put on hold. This device will also impress environmentalists who are against fireworks due to the pollution.
Cute Flower Webcam equipped with 12 LED lights
TThis little device is for girls only and boys who like flowers. It's an adorable Lotus USB 2.0 web camera that stands out in a sea of webcams that are clones of each other. It's not all looks either, it has some pretty decent features like a 640×480 resolution at 30 frames per second, a built-in microphone and 12 bright white LED lights. So even if the lights are dim or turned out, there will be no real problem with the picture quality. You can buy the Flower Webcam for $25 at Uxsight.
Rumors running wild about Microsoft's "Pink" smartphone
I've never heard of a smartphone coming in pink ever before. Possibly because people think girls won't appreciate anything more than the pretty looks of a phone. However, good news for all the tech loving girls is that the rumor mill has started churning out some pretty good information on Windows Mobile 7 and Microsoft's mysterious "Pink" smartphone. It seems that it's a Microsoft-branded phone running a custom UI on top of Windows Mobile 7, developed by what's left of the Danger team and targeted at the Sidekick market. The rights of manufacturing this phone will go either to Motorola or Sharp. It also looks like Microsoft has hired an ad agency for the 'Pink' campaign.
Severed USB Flash drive for the pranksters and mischievous souls
If you like some fun and pranks, you have got to take a look at this USB flash drive that is disguised as a USB cable cut off at the end. It'll definitely make heads turn and feet stop. People will wonder what is going on with this severed wire. You can make up various stories like this is the new way to load a virus into surrounding computers or anything else you can think of. The flash drive is pretty handy with its 2GB capacity and it is compatible with all the popular operating systems, Mac, Windows and Linux. So store your data and have some fun! You can buy it for $35 at ThinkGeek.
World's Smartest Portable DVB-T Digital TV: For entertainment on the go
If you are a couch potato or just a TV addict, you probably own a portable TV. But in case you don’t, here is one that you simply have to own. Known as the World's Smartest Portable DVB-T Digital TV it has the strongest, most sensitive signal receiver and offers crystal clear clarity. This amazing portable TV boasts of a touch screen and easy to navigate menu. Extremely fun, this portable TV will keep you entertained always. The TV even has presets for receiving signals in 23 countries and a pair of extra long, extra loud earphones to make sure you can see and hear the TV clearly no matter where you are. This TV however will not work in North America since it only supports the DVB-T digital TV format. Others however can make the most of this amazing entrainment box.
Get geeky with Star Wars USB Flash Drives from Funko
Check out the Mimibots USB flash drives from Funko. They come shaped like Star Wars characters and they are extremely geeky and adorable. They have a capacity of 2GB, but alas, you will find no pre-loaded Star Wars content here. The characters available are Darth Vader, Yoda, Boba Fett, and the Star Wars Stormtrooper. If you favorite is not included here, don't worry as this is Series 1, so there are good chances there will be more to come. The Mimibots will be available in October for $25 at Entertainment Earth.
Pultius Tv remote control half a meter long
All the remote controls I've ever come across are fairly standard with nothing to write home about. That was until I stumbled onto the Pultius remote. It is half a meter, that is, 20 inches long. It looks more like a self defense device to me. I might have some Jedi Wars if I bought myself this remote. The buttons look pretty as they come in almost all colors that you will see on a spectrum. It requires two AAA batteries. Certainly a very unique design. It controls 399 channels with three range selection buttons.
Pimp your notebook with limited edition Neon “Nipponbashi Project”
Neon “Nipponbashi Project” may sound a very alienated term to you, unless you are ultra hardcore anime and manga otaku. All I know regarding this character is that Neon is the 16 year old main character in the “Nipponbashi Project”. For all its fans PC-Koubou will release a 100 unit limited edition Netbook pimped with Neon as well as five different Neon wallpapers. This notebook is featured with a Core 2 Duo P8600, 320GB of SATA HDD, 2GB of RAM, DVD DL Multi Burner, Wifi BG… and will be sold for around $1050.
SMELLIT bring out the smells from your movie
With all the advances in technology injected into our multimedia systems, there have been enough hypnotizing improvements in the way we see and hear stuff during movies. Here’s something that can bring to life the sense of smell during a movie. Say ‘hello’ to SMELLIT. This printer-like device has 118 cartridges, each with a different smell. When you play a DVD in your ROM, SMELLIT just a few seconds before the current play time and activate a cartridge, whose smell matches the scene that is approaching. For example, if the scene is that of a bomb blast then SMELLIT will probably give out smells of dust, gun powder and probably sweat.
iLuv’s iMM153 desktop alarm clock comes with a bed shaker
Music buffs everywhere will fall in love with the iMM153 desktop alarm clock. This amazing clock by iLuv is compatible with all dockable iPods as well as any other DAP using a 3.5mm headphone jack. This unique iPod Alarm clock and allows users to wake up to FM radio, iPod music, a buzzer or the more effective a bed shaker! The FM tuner utilizes PLL digital tuning technology and has ten programmable presets for your favorite stations. The clock is available in a variety of colors including black, blue, pink and white. The LCD display can also be dimmed for optimum comfort. A great watch, it is definitely a must buy for music buffs everywhere. Priced at $60, you can get this watch here.
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Mobile phone for four year olds to be launched in UK soon
I seriously don’t think it is a good idea to buy your four year old toddler his/her very own mobile phone. But a Dublin based firm thinks otherwise and is actually all set to launch a mobile phone just for toddlers in UK. This colorful Firefly handset will have just five buttons - including two which call Mum and Dad directly. More than 7,000 of the £85 ($140) Firefly handsets have already been sold in Ireland so the firm is expecting a great response from UK as well. This news has definitely not gone down well with various sections of society who believe that such gadgets are responsible for eroding childhood. No doubt the handset is definitely cute but I still think it’s wrong to introduce your little ones to gadgets at such a young age. No wonder children are growing up so soon these days.
Iconic Lorenz Static table clock is still number one
The iconic Lorenz Static watch will always be remembered for its originality and unique design. The table clock which won the prestigious Compasso d’Oro award in 1960 has only grown in popularity ever since. Created by Richard Sapper, this watch boasts of the most original and unique design and functionality. The watch still amazes me with its unique feature of being able to find the correct angle no matter how it’s placed. What is more, the barely visible support area gives the impression that the watch is suspended. Simply stunning, I think it would be right to say that the Static watch is definitely the best.
Dell's new gaming laptop is red hot
Every time a gaming laptop is out, I'm all eyes. Usually they are targeted towards the male population, but games so pull a string with this girl's heart. Dell's new 17-inch Alienware M17x is a great looking laptop that is going to draw the attention of all gamers. It features an off-kilter trackpad centered on the QWERTY portion of the keyboard and an integrated number pad to assign control groups to make your gaming experience more convenient. It comes with red backlighting and sharp angles which will certainly make this laptop an envy of people who don't own it. I'm loving what I'm seeing, it's gaming eye candy. So if you like to game and do it in style, then this is perfect for you.
