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MacPack Backpack for Old School Mac Fanboys

Jeff — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:13:32 +0000

Mac fanboys, the perfect backpack is here. An Instructables user has converted a circa 1988 Macintosh SE computer into what looks like the world’s most uncomfortable and bulkiest backpack. But it does get exceptionally high marks for it’s retro geek chic coolness factor and DIY skills. Here’s a CraziestGadgets.com executive summary ™ of the “how to”: hollow out an old Mac, attach straps, get stares everywhere you go.

Melting Flower Fire Extinguisher for Kitchen Grease Fires

Jeff — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:04:03 +0000

Flower power! This ordinary looking plastic flower is so much more than just a pretty kitchen decoration- it’s also a fire extinguisher for grease fires (although you probably knew that if you had read the title of this post). The flowers have a magnet on their stems so you can keep them handy. Then when you have a grease fire, and if you’re anything like me that’s about once every other week, you just grab the flowers and drop them in the fire. The flower melts and expands in the pot creating an oozing film that covers the surface and extinguishes the fire.

You’ve got to check out the video of this weird gadget in action- it really works!!!:

Yes you can buy these from the Japan Trend Shop for $40 for a pair.

USB Powered Rechargeable Electric Shaver

Jeff — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:51:55 +0000

The USB shaver is perfect for the traveling businessman who needs a highly portable electric shaver but doesn’t need all those pesky cords to charge it up. Maybe you had a crazy night out drinking in the club and are stumbling into the office without coming home to sleep- just reverse your suit jacket Fresh Prince of Bel Aire style, pop a few pieces of gum in your mouth, down 4 cups of coffee and clean up with the USB powered shaver. Fresh as the morning dew and nobody’s the wiser. The USB Shaver is also handy for those 6 pm meetings when you’re trying to impress the client and don’t need that pesky five o’clock shadow. The shaver has a floating double-head system and ultra thin outer coil for a close shave that the ladies will love (or dudes if you’re into that sort of thing). Silky smooth. USB powered.

Buy it (onsale now!) at YesBuy.net

David Byrne Designs Some Crazy Bicycle Racks

Jeff — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 03:57:40 +0000

Once in a lifetime someone designs a bike rack so unique. Former Talking Heads frontman and multitalented genius David Byrne has come up with some amazing bicycle rack designs for his hometown of New York City. And amazingly, the city’s Dept. of Transportation agreed to install them! Each rack is themed for a specific area of the city where it was installed: a high heel shoe for the Ladies Mile shopping area, a dollar sign for Wall St., a naked lady silhouette for Times Square, a guitar for indie rock hipster Williamsburg, a car for near the Lincoln Tunnel. The bicycle racks will be in place for one year. More pics after the jump:

Photos credits: NYC DOT & David Byrne!!

Talk to the Hand- Bluetooth Enabled Snowboarding Glove

Jeff — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:03:59 +0000

Talk to the hand baby! Literally! The forthcoming g.cell ski and snowboarding glove from Swany has a built in bluetooth receiver and can act as a wireless “headset” for your cellphone. The g.cell glove vibrates when you have an incoming call. You push on the back of your hand to receive the call and talk via the integrated speaker and microphone on the palm and thumb of the glove. There’s also a call-out voice command dialing system. The glove is water repellent and has enough juice to last for 12 hours on standy and 4 hours of talk time. MSRP is nearly $500 and it will be available in the fall.

via Book of Joe

USB Blanket Shawl Heats Up the Office

Jeff — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:51:26 +0000

Most offices tend to be freezing at all times, even in summer. Plenty of people like to keep little portable heaters near their desks but that is not only inefficient, it’s a possible fire hazard. With the USB Blanket from Brando, you can apply direct heat to your body to keep you warm, all powered via your computer’s USB port. It can be buttoned shut and worn like a shawl or a cloak, or placed on your lap to keep your legs toasty.

Grass Topped Flip Flops from Krispy Kreme

Jeff — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:39:46 +0000

There’s nothing like the feel of walking barefoot through a grassy field, but the reality is that a good percentage of our world is paved. But Krispy Kreme isn’t about to let that stop you. As part of a UK promotion they have put out these comfy looking grass flip flops. Now you can feel a bit of the country under your feet even when you’re in the city. The grass will last for up to 4 months if properly cared for.

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Wooden Eco-Friendly Hotel Key Cards

Jeff — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:31:23 +0000

The green revolution is everywhere, even the hotel industry. Sustainable Cards is introducing electronic room key cards made of wood. These cards are biodegradable and much more eco-friendly than the now common plastic card. American hotels go through over 1,300 tons of waste from discarded and lost plastic cards annually. 70,000 of these wooden key cards will make their debut during the Democratic National Convention in Denver this year.

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JBL Control Now Speakers Mount in Corners

Jeff — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:47:54 +0000

The innovative JBL Control Now speakers can be hung anywhere- even corners or the ceiling! These speakers can be linked up in arrays of up to 4 speakers to meet your design needs. Yes, these bookshelf speakers might look like donuts when linked up, but they probably sound a lot better than your sugary snack. They won’t taste as good though.

Available at Amazon: JBL Control Now

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Sock Glue Keeps Your Quitters from Quitting

Jeff — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:16:15 +0000

Sock glue from Japan! My socks are always falling down. How am I supposed to keep that retro 1983 look with quitting socks? I need my socks to ride high and ride proud. Long socks and short shorts. That’s how I roll. Apparently this product is used by Japanese girls to keep their oversized loose socks from falling down. I guess that’s the hot style. Punky Brewster would approve. I just want to know if you end up with really sticky legs after using this stuff.

Product page at JBox