Gifts and Gadgets

Touchless trash can

2006-02-21T11:00:00.000-05:00

The touchless trasch can has a senses when you are approaching. It will open and close automatically, allowing you to stay away from the germs in your trash can. (what, don't you ever clean out your trash can? Gross...). It's stainless steel and rated to open 100,000 times.No special bags needed, and a warning light goes on when the batteries begin to die (4 D).Touchless Trash Can

Digital Photo Keychain

2006-02-20T08:24:00.000-05:00

This keychain keeps up to 56 images on hand at all times. With a 1" screen, you can show off your favorite photos at any time and still put the photo away in your pocket making it easy to go.If you like to show off pictures of your kids, this is the gadget for you.

USB Vacumn

2006-02-18T10:35:00.000-05:00

The things you find on e-bay these days. This is a mini vacumn cleaner for cleaning out your keyboard (and workspace). The best part is it's powered by a USB port, so you don't have to find a plug! USB Vacumn

Auto Vent

2006-02-17T11:26:00.000-05:00

Keep your car cool even when it's hot. I can't tell you how often I've gotten burned or blasted with heat when I open up my car door on a hot day. What a great idea. Although they are trying to sell this product by relating it to leaving kids and pets in cars, here's a public service announcement just for you. Never, never, never leave your kids or pets inside a car unattended, never mind on

Pin Clock

2006-02-15T08:05:00.000-05:00

How much fun is this? I used to love making a handprint out of these cool little pin toys when I was younger.Centrios™ Mesmerizing Pin Clock (631-1477) Pin clock: Patented mechanism drives pins to tell time in a 3D view and creates a bold display. An extremely unique and decorative conversation piece. Great for the bedroom, kitchen or living room.Pin Clock

Lighted Slippers

2006-02-14T08:33:00.000-05:00

Move around your home at night without tripping or turning on the lights. When you begin walking with these very comfortable slippers, the pressure of your toes turns the light on, if it is dark. They have a bright LED light in the toe that guides you to the refrigerator or the bathroom without stumbles or stubbed toes. The light sensor responds to dark conditions and is weight activated, so it

A radio pen

2006-02-13T09:28:00.000-05:00

This seems like fun to me. A pen that's also a radio. With such a small area to play with, it looks like you can only scan for stations. Who wouldn't want this?Radio Pen

IZ

2006-01-26T16:31:00.000-05:00

I think the IZ is just plain fun. Capable of playing music from your iPod or your stereo system, this is a great toy for kids. Twist his ears or push his belly to modulate the sounds. Kids will love his sound effects and his eye movements. I've seen them in red, green and blue.BTW, this is a toy for kids, so don't buy it as a cheap speaker for your iPod. You won't enjoy the results.

RDS Radio

2006-01-09T09:33:00.000-05:00

The RDS radio allows you to see what station, what song, and what type of music the station plays on it's easy to read LCD screen. It's the latest technology for radios. If the music station sends out the right signal (and this is the only drawback), the RDS Radio will tell you what type of music (light rock, country, rap, pop, etc...) and what song is playing. It will even tell you the artist

World Poker Tour

2005-12-22T08:47:00.000-05:00

A plug and play that allows you to play Texas Hold'Em right on your TV. The DVD comes with everything you need to get started. There's a nice tutorial that's good for beginners or experts. You can play with up to 6 players at home or challenge the computer by yourself. In Tournament mode can follow the World Poker Tour through a full calendar season.Play up to six players On-screen

The 7-Foot Upside-Down Pre-Lit Christmas Tree at Hammacher Schlemmer

2005-12-21T15:12:00.000-05:00

What more could I add to this? A 7 foot upside down tree that you can fit more gifts under? What will they think of next?The 7-Foot Upside-Down Pre-Lit Christmas Tree at Hammacher Schlemmer:The 7-Foot Upside-Down Pre-Lit Christmas TreeEvoking a 12th century Central European tradition of hanging a tree from the ceiling at Christmas, this unique 7' pre-lit fir is inverted to ensure a smaller

Star Wars Episode 3 Plug and Play

2005-12-21T06:35:00.000-05:00

Looking to play Star Wars, but don't have a console to play with? Try the Plug and Play version on your TV. There are 5 different games to choose from, including flying and mock light saber duels. Experience all of the excitement of Star Wars on one controllerRelive classic arcade game from the 80s; choose from 5 different new gamesFight enemy droids and pilot rebel ships in intense space

Tiger TV Mission Paintball Games

2005-12-20T15:03:00.000-05:00

Want to play paintball, but can't get a game together today? Or do you just want to practice your tactics before your next outing? Play Tiger TV Mission PaintballPlay action-packed paintball games right on your TVChoose from a range of realistic scenes and blast your way through 8 levels of competitionPlay with friends or soloMarker gun looks and feels like the real thing See more reviews over

CD/DVD Title Printer at Hammacher Schlemmer

2005-12-16T08:25:00.000-05:00

I can imagine using this at home or at the office. It certainly makes life easier to be able to produce a cd label just like that.CD/DVD Title Printer at Hammacher Schlemmer:Our thermal printer puts titles directly onto discs for a studio-produced appearance that’s permanent and safe. It creates up to 16 lines in any of 18 alphanumeric or four graphic preset formats at 200 dpi.

Micro Vectron - I Want One Of Those

2005-12-16T08:22:00.000-05:00

Again, I definitely would love to have one of these floaty, flying things flying throughout my home. I can just imagine chasing the cats around the house with it!Micro Vectron - I Want One Of Those:The Micro Vectron is a free-flying dream. Unlike many other hovery flying things, this wonderful gizmo truly is a piece of cake to fly. Simply charge it up (for a mere 14 minutes), point the infra red

Micro Battling Tanks - I Want One Of Those

2005-12-13T09:05:00.000-05:00

Oh, my. Yes I do want one of those! Actually, I want a whole battalion to play with. Can you imagine mass battles across an empty field with 20 or more players? Too bad it's in the UK. Micro Battling tanks can be found at I want one of those.Micro Battling Tanks - I Want One Of Those:The point of Micro Battling Tanks is, of course, to battle, and whether you're trundling along with a German

Festive Robot Antics at Gadget Spy

2005-12-07T15:54:00.000-05:00

What could be better than robots at Christmas? Gadgetspy takes a look at all the robots out this year. Festive Robot Antics at Gadget Spy:So with Christmas hovering over us I thought I’d pull together some of the finest robotic toys currently available to keeps the kids and adults alike occupied during the queens speech-yawn.

Increase your blog traffic

2005-12-02T13:28:00.000-05:00

Blogtraffic.org is in beta right now and they're willing to make a deal. While they are in beta testing stage you can get 500 credits per referral! Cheatproof IP checker means we will be packed with genuine surfers within weeks! They have a 1:1 traffic exchange and a 30 second timer.

Dancing Lights

2005-12-02T08:40:00.000-05:00

These very cool lamps feature an artsy stick-figure with a decorative light bulb for a head. Each is posed in a dance position and they stand between 10 1/2" and 12" tall. Great accent pieces. Also, the light bulbs, which are decorated with silicone, can now be found at stores like Target and Wal-Mart. So replacements shouldn't be a problem.

Floating Pen

2005-12-01T06:45:00.000-05:00

This cool pen actually floats upright, balancing on its tip with the help of magnets. Upright stand includes a built in clock. The perfect pen to complement you desk at work and at home!

Mini Monocular

2005-11-30T06:48:00.000-05:00

Small and lightweight, Mini Monocular is easy to carry anywhere in a shirt pocket and use unobtrusively. Powerful 8 x 20 fully coated optics. Convenient rubber eyepiece folds up or down for use with or without glasses. Comes with a neck strap, and a soft carrying pouch. Dim: 3” x 1 ½” x 1” (75 x 35 x 25mm). Weight : 1.8 oz (50g)

The Authentic 1950s Nixie Tube Clock

2005-11-29T08:04:00.000-05:00

The same technology developed in 1952 for use in submarines, early mainframe computers, and the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, the now-extremely-rare Nixie tube has been resurrected for use in this handmade clock that shows the date and time. The warm glow created by the tubes was eventually supplanted in the 1970s by todays LCD screens, but the tubes remain prized by collectors and

Portable DVD Player

2005-11-28T21:37:00.000-05:00

This compact monitor delivers a sharp, clear picture. Its ABS plastic case is sheathed in a protective rubber frame that allows a sure grip and cushions the 4 1/5" screen from drops, jostling, and other rigors of automobile or air travel. It also has a padded nylon carrying case with shoulder strap and DVD storage sleeves. The DVD player operates for 2 1/2 hours on a full charge of its battery

Wi-Fi Detector

2005-11-23T06:35:00.000-05:00

Found over at ThinkGeek it's a wi-fi detector. Your typical WiFi detector will only show the presence of a signal and relative signal strength. This Wi-Fi Digital Hotspotter, from Canary Wireless, has a 12-character LCD that provides information on signal availability and strength as well as essential network information, including SSID, security status and channel. When multiple networks are

Do cell phones interfere with medical equipment

2005-11-22T08:53:00.000-05:00

In the current issue of Mayo Proceedings there's an article on do cell phones interfere and how often does it happen. The simple answer is yes, they can interfere. Current telephones have to be closer to the equipment than they used to be, but continuing studies should be done to make sure in the future.Read the abstract by clicking on Read more. Published in the current issue of Mayo