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

Japanese spacecraft fails to land on asteroid

2005-11-21T09:22:00.000-05:00

A glitch in communciations left the Hayabusa out of contact for four hours after approaching to within 17 meters from the Itokawa asteroid. It then drifted off to 100 km away from the asteroid. Hayabusa was launched in May 2003 with a budget of 12.7 billion yen (just over 100 million dollars) and is scheduled to return to Earth in June 2007. The spacecraft will try again to touch down on the

Hopefully they don't melt

2005-11-19T07:35:00.000-05:00

First seen over at expired foods, glowing ice cubes. I imagine you could stick them in the fridge for a while first, and they'll cool your drink down, too. Matching glowing stirrers complement them nicely. Just in case you want to be the life of the after dark party.

LEGO Mindstorms Robotics Invention System 2.0

2005-11-18T06:25:00.000-05:00

LEGO Mindstorms Robotics Invention System 2.0. Now you can create programmable robots that navigate obstacles, follow trails, or react to changes in light detected by its sensors. No programming experience is necessary; LEGO's intuitive software helps you along the way.The CD-ROM includes a series of "missions" for basic training on using the RCX and working with RCX code. Each set of missions

Wattage Micro Flyer RC Electric Airplane

2005-11-17T08:20:00.000-05:00

With a wing span of only 9 inches and a elliptically curved polyhedral and molded-in airfoil this tiny plane has incredible maneuverability. The two-channel radio transmitter controls the rudder movement, throttle, and also doubles as a battery charger. The Micro Flyer flies for over 6 minutes on a single charge. Fly this Micro Flyer indoors, outdoors anywhere you can think of with a length of

Developing Whiskers

2005-11-16T06:56:00.000-05:00

Researchers from Italy, Germany and Switzerland developed a 'feeling' robot by developing a new sensor modelled on hypersensitive mouse whiskers. These AMouse researchers developed a large series of different sensors based on a wide variety of 'whisker' types. These new sensors were then added to mainly standard Khepera research robots.This not only gave the researchers insight into how mouse

Power Pod

2005-11-15T08:19:00.000-05:00

For most people on the go, one adapter for their cell phones is not enough. And it's not always convenient to find an AC outlet. Now there's the Power Pod a 4-way cell phone charger with adapters.Choose to power your phone by AC outlet, USB, 9-volt battery or car adapter. It also comes with adapters to fit Nokia, Motorola, Samsung, LG and Kyocera phones. Its retractable cord makes storage easy,

Patent issued for anti-gravity device

2005-11-14T08:57:00.000-05:00

The U.S. patent office has reportedly granted a patent for an anti-gravity device -- breaking its rule to reject inventions that defy the laws of physics.The journal Nature said patent 6,960,975 was granted Nov. 1 to Boris Volfson of Huntington, Ind., for a space vehicle propelled by a superconducting shield that alters the curvature of space-time outside the craft in a way that counteracts

Alternative fuels for cars

2005-11-13T09:36:00.000-05:00

The Hydrogen car Engineuity is working on will use metals such as Magnesium or Aluminum which will come in the form of a long coil. The gas tank in conventional vehicles will be replaced by a device called a Metal-Steam combustor that will separate Hydrogen out of heated water. The basic idea behind the technology is relatively simple: the tip of the metal coil is inserted into the Metal-Steam

A nanocar

2005-11-12T11:17:00.000-05:00

According to Professor Tour this development is a watershed in so far as constructing successfully a nanocar represents the first step toward molecular manufacturing. Professor Tour avers: “It’s the beginning of learning how to manipulate things at the nanolevel in nonbiological systems.”The nanocar consists of a chassis and axles made of well-defined organic groups with pivoting suspension and

911 Guardian Phone

2005-11-11T08:48:00.000-05:00

The 911 Guardian Phone is a simple, more direct solution when you need help. Requiring no monthly subscriptions, or service fees, you can talk directly to the emergency operator, instead of a call center. Its water-resistant pendant can be comfortably worn around your neck with the included lanyard, or carried in your pocket at all times. Clicking on the picture will take you to firststreet.

Breakthrough in efficiency of organic or flexible solar cells

2005-11-10T07:58:00.000-05:00

Traditional silicon solar panels are heavy and bulky and convert about 20 percent of the light that hits them to useful electrical power. For years, researchers have worked to create flexible, or "conformal," organic solar cells that can be wrapped around surfaces, rolled up or even painted onto structures, but the best scientists have been able to do is about 3 percent efficiency, until now.

The Fisher Space Pen

2005-11-09T16:28:00.000-05:00

The Fisher Space Pen claims to have a shelf life of 100 years. The cartridges of conventional ball point pens are open to permit ink to be fed to the point. The secret behind the Fisher Space Pen lies in the unique design characteristics of the ink and the high precision manufacturing tolerances of the ball point and socket. The ink is fed to the ball point by gas pressure permitting the pen to

Solar Hummingbird Lantern

2005-11-09T09:00:00.000-05:00

I like solar lights as it really helps to highlight any areas at night without beaming a bright light into your neighbor's house. Of course, they don't work as well (as long) in the winter, but there's only so much you can do when they get covered by snow. That's why these lanterns are nice. By putting them up on posts, you keep them up out of the snow. Makes a nice halo effect in winter.

Laser with IR Remote

2005-11-09T08:01:00.000-05:00

Not only is it a laser pointer, but if you hook in the USB receiver and you can control a presentation (next page/last page) with a click of a button. Not exactly magic, but still cool. Requires only one AAA battery and you are no longer stuck at the computer/laptop. You can roam without having someone else advancing the page for you. In other words, no more "next page, please".You can see

USB Powered Christmas tree

2005-11-08T08:46:00.000-05:00

Yes, that's right. You can plug into your computer at work and celebrate christmas from now until Thanksgiving when your officemates make you take it down since they're already sick of hearing christmas songs at the mall!You can find it at thinkgeek.com. The LEDs will cycle through 6 colors, stopping on each color for about 5 seconds. Transitions through Red, Blue, Green, Purple, White and

Detecting gravity

2005-11-07T23:34:00.000-05:00

Scientists believe they are only months away from detecting gravity waves. And it's all due to a new breakthrough machine in measuring distances, the Anglo-German GEO600 interferometer - an instrument so sensitive it can detect an object moving one million billionth of a millimetre.In his general theory of relativity set out in 1916, Albert Einstein proposed that bodies of mass such as stars

This year's breakout toys

2005-11-07T08:21:00.000-05:00

We have some competition so far for this year's hottest toys. The Furby was the hot toy of the year 2004. The Macerich survey identified Barbie and The Magic of Pegasus/Princess Annika by Mattel, as the hottest toy of 2005, so far. The question becomes what will be the hottest toy of the Christmas season.Among the potential craze gifts in the toy industry are the Doodle Bear ($11.99), by Play

Nokia says smartphone market to double in 2006

2005-11-05T09:40:00.000-05:00

Ollila said Nokia would ship more than 40 million mobiles with integrated music players this year and repeated that it expected to sell 100 million camera-phones in 2005.He forecast that nearly three quarters of cell phones would have cameras by 2009.Nokia announced three new models -- two new multimedia phones and one able to receive mobile TV broadcasts -- to be part of its up market N-series

Electrogastrogram (EGG)

2005-11-04T09:17:00.000-05:00

A new study conducted by Dr. P. Jay Pasricha, director of the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and his 16-year-old daughter, Trisha took 16 healthy volunteers and subjected them to a lie detecting test. The different aspect of this test, was they were checking on how lie's affected a significant increase in gastric arrhythmia.Next time you're

Walk, Patio and Garage Sweeper

2005-11-03T12:43:00.000-05:00

Indoor and outdoor cleanup jobs take a fraction of the time thanks to this push sweeper that cleans 17,000' sq. per hour, without the straining, bending, or twisting of broom sweeping. Two round polypropylene brushes rotate inwards to sweep up wet or dry leaves, dirt, stones, and cans, depositing them in a large built-in bin. Easy to push and empty, the sweeper has two 8" Diam. wheels for extra

Virtual Golf

2005-11-03T08:54:00.000-05:00

Looking to play golf this winter? You can play right in your living room with this simulator. The software calculates where the ball is going to go based on how you hit the ball, so you can learn to slice and hook (and swear) with the best of them.If I only had the room to swing my clubs in my living room, I'd be all set.Easy to set up and use, it includes installation software, a USB connector

90 DVD Case

2005-11-02T08:45:00.000-05:00

Are you running out of room for your DVD collection like I am? This seems like a great way to store up to 90 DVD's and their covers. And unlike the towers, it takes up a lot less space.Clicking on the picture will take you to firststreet.

Drink Cooler

2005-11-01T11:00:00.000-05:00

Ask and you shall receive. j anderson likes cold drinks, not hot. So here are two gadgets just for you. The cooper cooler (pictured right) can cool off a drink (can) in 6 minutes. It takes longer if you want to cool off a bottle of wine. Comes with both a 120V household plug and a 12V car lighter plug--small 30 watt draw so it will not drain your vehicle's battery. Unfortunately, this

JukeMaster CD/MP3 Jukebox

2005-11-01T08:35:00.000-05:00

A jukebox capable of playing cd's or MP3's. Makes an oldie into a gadget I'd like to have in my home. It has a true chrome finish, two-button song selection and song cards with flip movement. It's also a full-featured stereo with FM receiver and 20 station presets. Plays audio CDs and MP3 CDs that you burn on your PC—up to 200 songs on a single disc.Includes a free music CD with 100 top hits

Solar Powered LED Address Numbers and Letters

2005-10-31T11:06:00.000-05:00

Somehow, I don't think my wife will let me put these on the house. But still, it would be nice to be able to see house numbers in the dark when you're looking for your boss's house for the holiday party. # Solar powered, requires no electricity# Lit up by a red LED; never need to be replaced# Holds 1,000 hours of battery stored energy# Unit turns on and off automatically# Waterproof and

Beverage warmer

2005-10-28T16:16:00.000-04:00

The beverage warmer is just what I need in the morning. When I have to walk away for a few minutes to do whatever, when I come back, my coffee is still hot. There are two settings: warm and hot. Large enought to use it with your soup bowl, too.

SSX TV Snowboard Game Plug n Play

2005-10-28T15:08:00.000-04:00

It's a Plug 'n play TV Snowboard game I saw at I want one of those. Instead of playing with your console controller, you can actually 'ride' a snowboard down the slopes. You move/lean right and your character moves right. There are four games: Show Off, Time Challenge, Pipedream and Tokyo Megaplex. "The graphics, gameplay and the legendary SSX characters are based on EA's #1 selling SSX video

Ride on air

2005-10-27T10:36:00.000-04:00

This car literally rides on air. Instead of a gasoline engine, they have created an engine that runs off of compressed air. They claim it can go 200 km a day, reach speeds of 220 km/h, the oil will only need to be changed every 50,000 km, and you get free air conditioning by redirecting the exhaust. And of course, there's no pollution.BTW, 200 km is about 125 miles. To make it more useful,

Student satellite launch a success

2005-10-27T10:03:00.000-04:00

It seems that students in Europe have successfully launched a rocket into space, carrying satellites for China, Iran, and the UK-funded Topsat, an Earth observation microsatellite. Work was done by students located at 23 universities. They were able to collabarate using the internet.Read the full story here.

Fuel cell for your camera?

2005-10-26T09:14:00.000-04:00

Wouldn't that be nice. There's a story on how Canon is working on powering a future generation of digital cameras using fuel cells. The advantage to fuel cells, rather than rechargeable batteries, is two-fold. The first advantage is fuel cells would last a lot longer. The second is time to recharge, since all you would need to do is refuel, rather than recharge. But don't expect it to be on

A sink that's also a fish tank

2005-10-26T08:43:00.000-04:00

For the fish lovers out there. Finally, you can wash your dishes and watch your fish at the same time!I saw it first at digg.com, but it's posted here.If you're really interested, you can buy it for $5500 here.

Laser shock tanks

2005-10-25T09:27:00.000-04:00

What I love about the description here is the warning that this is not a toy.The ULTIMATE in desktop or floor duelling, two tanks poised ready for battle....Dual power ( high shock or low shock) can you take a hit?Each time your opponent scores a hit on your remote control tank you will receive a shock through your remote control, but the good news is, if you get him first, he gets the blast!

Clean sweep

2005-10-24T11:33:00.000-04:00

If I had the extra cash I would buy this in a second. Especially since I spent half of my weekend raking leaves. The worst part about raking leaves is I know that I'm not done. I'll just have to get back out there and do it again next weekend. And the weekend after that... Also, It's a lot easier to use than those noisy leaf blowers. Just push and give your lawn a clean sweep with no bending

The new iPods aren't as friendly

2005-10-24T11:09:00.000-04:00

It seems the new iPods, including the Nano and the new video IPod, Apple has done away with the top connector. So some of your old accessories won't be compatible any more.Read the story over at CNet.

Eton AM/FM/TV/Weather Band Radio with Wireless Phone Charger

2005-10-23T21:24:00.000-04:00

Tune in, anytime, anywhere.This all-in-one unit Eton FR300 offers functionality and versatility that makes it ideal for emergencies. The FR300 provides you with radio, light, and cell phone battery life when you need it most. The Hand-Crank Power Generator charges the internal rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack--and just 90 seconds of cranking provides up to an hour of radio play. With the NOAA

Nav One Pro is the easiest-to-use GPS

2005-10-21T13:34:00.000-04:00

Nav One Pro is still the easiest-to-use GPS, and now it comes with Traffic Alerts! Receive up-to-the-minute traffic information to help you avoid congested roads and accidents in 48 major metro areas. The new five inch touch-screen features fingertip moving of the map display and makes navigating the menus easier than ever. Get a 5% discount.Like the original model, the Nav One Pro comes

Arcade Hoops

2005-10-20T15:59:00.000-04:00

I used to love playing this at my aunt and uncle's house when I was growing up. We would play hoops for hours, if we weren't shooting pool. If you click on the picture you will head on over to Brookstone.

Philips HeartStart Home Defibrillator

2005-10-20T15:37:00.000-04:00

The HeartStart is the first and only home defibrillator available for adults without a prescription. Keep it on-hand at home, or take it with you when you travel. Find it FirstStreet. and get a 5% discount.Nearly 80 percent of all sudden cardiac arrests occur at home. Fewer than 5 percent of those victims survive. When SCA strikes, the heart's electrical system short circuits, causing the heart

PSP Giga Pack

2005-10-20T15:26:00.000-04:00

From IGNSony Announces PSP Giga PackA PSP and a one gig Memory Stick, complete with all the fixings.by Anoop GantayatOctober 20, 2005 - Sony Computer Entertainment announced today the PSP Giga Pack for worldwide release later this year. The Giga Pack is a bundle that includes the PSP hardware, AC Adapter, standard battery pack, headphones with remote control, pouch, cloth, USB cable and a stand.

Epson Home Ten Plus Cinema Projector

2005-10-19T14:29:00.000-04:00

The Home Ten Plus Cinema Projector from Epson, and your key to an amazing movie theater experience, in the comfort of your own home. This projector can generate a 16:9 image as large as 300 inches or 80 inches from just 6.5 feet away. Its 3-LCD imaging device provides superior picture quality, while four projection modes give you all-around great color under virtually any lighting condition. Two

Clear Image Videophone

2005-10-19T14:19:00.000-04:00

Unlike previous generations of videophones that cost thousands of dollars and transmitted jerky, delayed, low-resolution images, this videophone uses the latest broadband Internet technology to send clear, real-time images, accurately synchronized with sound, for true-to-life audio and video that’s the next best thing to having the person in the room with you. Made by Motorola®, the leading

McDonalds and Nintendo partner

2005-10-19T14:11:00.000-04:00

In an attempt to keep up with PSP, Nintendo is partnering with McDonalds to offer wi-fi access to gamers who are eating at McDonalds. While Nintendo DS owners are dining at McDonald's, connection to the network is established automatically when a Wi-Fi game is launched.Read all about it here.

Are you ready for an elevator into space?

2005-10-19T08:39:00.000-04:00

"To better understand the concept of a space elevator, think of the game tetherball. In this game, a ball is attached to a pole by way of a rope. Think of the rope as the cable, the pole as Earth and the ball as the weight. Now, imagine that the ball is put into perpetual spin around the pole, so fast that it keeps the rope taut. This is generally how a space elevator would work. The weight at

SOCOM 3: US Navy SEALs

2005-10-18T10:28:00.000-04:00

SOCOM 3: US Navy Seals is a great addition to the series, and a wonderful fare thee well to playstation 2. There are a lot of new features and improvements over the past:New features: # 32 players instead of 16# vehicles allow you to move faster -- tanks, bradleys, trucks, Humvees, boats# swimming: You can't fire your gun from in the water, but you can submerge yourself for a limited time,

Gift for the racing fans

2005-10-18T10:12:00.000-04:00

Grand Prix Racing ClockTake it out of the box, and you see a very attractive base and oil barrel. Lift the top of the barrel and an accurate quartz clock is revealed. The inside of the barrel may be used to store paper clips or other items. Now here's the good part! Comes with 2 miniature Formula 1 race cars. The cars are held magnetically to the track on the side of the oil barrel. Press the ON

APPLE LOGIC PRO 7 PRO MUSIC & PRODUCTION SOFT.

2005-10-17T21:17:00.000-04:00

Logic Pro 7: Pro Sequencing and Digital Audio PLUS Soft Synths, Plug-Ins And MoreThis is a complete professional solution for music creation and audio production. With sequencing, digital multitracking, plug-ins, software instruments and state-of-the-art looping tools, you’ll be up and running in no time.Features: * All-in-one audio production * solution * Network distributed audio

Why is a cell phone called a "cell" phone?

2005-10-17T16:24:00.000-04:00

Did you know that cell phones are basically radios?The carrier divides the city into hexagonal cells, so that each cell has 6 sides. Each cell has a base station consisting of a tower and a small building containing the radio equipment. Since each cell is typically hexagonal, the carrier allows each tower to use only one/seventh of it's alloted frequencies. That way no tower will overlap

Like to keep track of who's visiting your website?

2005-10-17T13:56:00.000-04:00

This has to be the funnest way to keep track of your visitors. No more simple graphs and statistics (although those are available). This is webstatistics meets the sims. Check out the screenshots:Visitorville has to be the most creative way to keep track of your visitors I've ever seen.A Web Analytics Information Explosion * See your website visitors as animated characters in a virtual city

Roboraptor

2005-10-17T11:43:00.000-04:00

I've been seeing roboraptor just about everywhere lately. It's in all your local stores, and it looks like the retailers are hoping it will be the toy of the season.- Fluid bi-pedal motion: walking, running and predatory gaits- Realistic body movements: turning head and neck; whipping tail actions- Three distinct moods: hunter, cautious and playful- Autonomous environmental interaction: responds

Samsung Markets 3GB Phone

2005-10-17T11:19:00.000-04:00

I think the most interesting part of this story from google news is that they won't be looking to market it anywhere but Korea.The internal storage device of the up-to-date model, SPH-V7900, enables purchasers to carry a couple of high definition video clips or as many as 700 music files.The high-end gizmo will also be equipped with a 2-megapixel built-in camera and 2X optical zoom, which does

Street Mouse

2005-10-17T08:39:00.000-04:00

The Street Racer optical (800DPI) mouse is lightweight and it's got headlights! Except that it's got tail lights too!! The headlights are always on, and the tail-lights go on every time you move, so frankly what else does it need to do. There's quite a lot of vroom vrooming in the office now - and boy do they look great at night. * Street Mouse the car themed computer mouse. * Comes with

2005-10-16T21:22:00.000-04:00

I had a nintendo when I was growing up, but I got to play Artari at a friend's house and I still feel the nostalgia for those old games. This time around there are no cartridges to keep track of. But everything else looks the same, including the games and those old fashioned joysticks.Built-in games include: Adventure™, Adventure II™, Haunted House, Return To Haunted House™, Secret Quest™,

Hands Free Voice Activated Remote

2005-10-15T13:54:00.000-04:00

Too lazy to hit the button on the remote? Well, now you don't have to stretch to retrieve it from behind the couch. Just tell it to change the channel and it will. The hands-free voice-actived remote frees your hands up for the more important things in life, like popcorn or your drink. Easy set-up process lets you program up to 54 commands, including "Change channels", "Lower the volume", or "

Looking for a bottle opener?

2005-10-15T13:46:00.000-04:00

Well, look no farther than your ring finger! Just imagine if someone used this on their wedding day? A simple band of stainless steel holds a secret. Slip the Ring Thing on your “social finger” and you are ready to tackle any mob of the “unquenched.”No more searching through your desk drawer for bottle openers. You will always have one when you wear your Ring Thing. And, the Ring Thing is

MP3 Dock

2005-10-14T16:18:00.000-04:00

Want to listen to your MP3 player at home through your stereo system? The new MP3 Dock found at Brookstone. can be used to do just that. Just plug it in and play. You'll be enjoying your tunes in no time. Uses a 2' audio cord which you plug into your stereo's AUX-IN jack (RCA or 3.5mm). Large, easy-access volume dial (volume can also be controlled through your MP3 player). Includes two

Indoor/ Outdoor Thermometer/ Hygrometer

2005-10-14T16:15:00.000-04:00

This precision weather instrument has a large, big-digit screen that monitors the indoor or outdoor temperature and indoor relative humidity simultaneously. Memory function recalls and displays the previous maximum/ minimum temperature and relative humidity readings. Comfort icons indicate indoor conditions, accounting for both temperature and humidity level. Displays temperature in Fahrenheit (F

MP3 Watch

2005-10-14T09:11:00.000-04:00

Powerdisk MP3 watch may be for you, but there are limitations. Comes in mens and womens designs, but holds only 120 songs (the specs at the bottom only say 60!).These MP3 watches are totally amazing in design and quality. No one would ever suspect they are actual fully functional MP3 watches. Very fashionable whether you choose classy black or funky pink. What's more they come in a very

X-UFO remote control flying machine

2005-10-14T09:05:00.000-04:00

The brand new 2005 X-UFO, recently unveiled is undoubtedly the most original Flying machine ever seen.Completely ready to fly for up to five minutes under full three dimensional control, the X-UFO incorporates the latest miniature technology, utilising four powerful electric motors with two pairs of contra-rotting propellers and an innovative electronic gyroscope, for incredible stability.The

Nitro RC Truck

2005-10-14T08:57:00.000-04:00

Nitro Fusion 2 F155 Truck - The Schumacher Nitro Fusion 2 F155 Truck is the fastest radio controlled car on the market, it is capable of 80+mph. The enormous .21 (3.5cc) Pro Spec engine with CNC tuned pipe system is capable of propelling the lightweight 4WD chassis at incredible speeds.

Coupons for Buy.com

2005-10-13T17:08:00.000-04:00

If you'd like to see more posts like this, let me know. These are coupons/links for buy.com that I have access to by being an affiliate.Expires Oct 31, 2005:$15 OFF $200 Coupon in our Computer, Software, Home Networking, Digital Camera and Electronic Stores! New Customers Only! Exp 10-31!$10 OFF $150 Coupon in our Computer Store! New Customers Only! Exp 10-31!$5 OFF $50 Coupon in our Electronics

Ultimate Poker Set 500 Chip

2005-10-13T16:58:00.000-04:00

I've been thinking of running a weekly poker game, but I don't have the right tools to do it with. 500 chips should be about right, along with two deck of cards. The chips are weighted like the casinos. Plus, it comes with an aluminum carrying case with foam interior in the upper lid for added protection. Comes with a lock and key. Maybe I will do it after all, although I won't be using any

How Plasma TVs And LCD TVs Differ

2005-10-13T16:56:00.000-04:00

How Plasma TVs And LCD TVs Differ by: Joseph Foley The buying of large-screen TVs has absolutely skyrocketed lately. It seems that everyone wants one – and with good reason. The large-screen TV has come a long way from those faded-out behemoths of old that took up half your living room and never really produced a picture of decent quality. Now, however, especially in combination with HDTV, you

118-in-1 Classic Arcade Machine

2005-10-13T15:53:00.000-04:00

It comes with all the sound effects. There is no set up. For quick and easy selection of games, scroll down the on-screen menu by using the joystick. You can also instantly exit and re-select new games in a flash and there is even a pause button so you can return in your own time to finish off your game.It's fitted with genuine arcade button and joystick controls for authenticity and reliability.

Pocket Solar Power

2005-10-13T15:47:00.000-04:00

The panel can be used day or night to charge and run handheld devices like..Mobile Phones, PDA's, CD and MiniDisk players, MP3 Players, GPS, GameBoy, etc.But the bad part is the length of time it takes to recharge. In bright sunlight you can expect the SolarEFX to be fully charged from flat in approximately 5 hours. But, internal lights and dull days will work, it just takes longer. If you

USB meets Swiss Army Knife

2005-10-13T13:13:00.000-04:00

That's right. The boy scouts meet high tech. The USB flash drive can be removed for safe airline travel.# USB storage in a beautiful Swiss Army knife design# Available in 1 GB, 512MB, 256MB capacity# USB Flash Drive (easily detachable)# Includes: Red LED light, ballpoint pen, knife, scissors, file with screwdriver, keyring# Flash drive is USB powered, no external power supply required# LED

Remember the TV's from Back to the Future?

2005-10-13T12:18:00.000-04:00

It looks like someone has finally made something that works just like the ones the kids used in the 'future'. The Virtual Vision 3.0 glasses delivers the screen directly to your eyes. With stereo earphones, they claim you get the equivalent of a 36-inch LCD.Main Features: * Mini LCD display * Unique optical system is adopted to replicate a 36-inch screen 2 meters away * Broad

For the Voodoo priest(ess) in all of us

2005-10-13T12:05:00.000-04:00

I have to admit, just looking at this knife display online is disturbing. Imagine if it was in your house? But the sad part is, we all thought "Hey, I bet you ... would love this thing".Comes with 5 knives and was designed by Raffaele Iannello.

Gold particles used to kill cancer

2005-10-13T11:55:00.000-04:00

The price of gold may be going up!"In an earlier study, we showed how gold nanoparticles could be bound to malignant cells, making cancer detection easier. Now we have examined how the particles' ability to absorb light helps kill those cancer cells," said principal author Ivan El-Sayed, MD, assistant professor of otolaryngology at UCSF Medical Center.Many cancer cells have a protein, known as

For diabetics

2005-10-13T11:50:00.000-04:00

For all the diabetics out there who are sick of getting pricked all the time. There's a glucometer in the works that will use lasers to analyze the chemicals in your bloodstream. Pretty hight-tech stuff.The LighTouch uses a method called Raman spectroscopy to focus a laser--which Chaiken refers to as a "CD-player type of laser that has been kicked up a notch to deliver a purer red color,"--onto

Yahoo! Micro DVD Player

2005-10-13T09:28:00.000-04:00

YAHOO!'s answer to the bulky DVD playerWith YAHOO!'s versatile, portable Micro DVD Player, you can enjoy your favorite movies anywhere there is a television, from kitchen, to office, to hotel room.We think this player makes a stylish companion for any TV. Uses a 3.5mm mini plug for quick and easy audio and video hookup. Comes with full feature remote and two "AAA" batteries. Dimensions: 8.2" x

LP-to-CD Recorder Stereo System

2005-10-12T08:27:00.000-04:00

Do you still have any records lying around? Want to be able to listen to them wherever you go?Preserve your classic vinyl records by recording them to CDs. It takes a few simple steps to faithfully transfer an LP to a digital audio CD-R or CD-RW, and at any time during recording you can pause to select only certain songs, turn the album over, change albums, or make compilation recordings. Unlike

Tivoli i-Pal

2005-10-11T10:46:00.000-04:00

A rechargeable, portable speaker system for you ipod. Now you can share the music with everyone else. With an automatic frequency control, you get clearer sound (auto frequency control means it locks onto the centre of a radio station for optimum reception and lowest distortion).# Tivoli iPal - iPod compatible speaker system and radio.# Auxiliary input for CD or MP3 player.# Stereo output for

Three robotic vehicles finish $2M Mojave Desert race

2005-10-10T10:09:00.000-04:00

Last year, none of the challengers finished the race, but this year, three did. Three robotic vehicles cruised past the finish line Saturday in a Pentagon-sponsored race across the rugged Mojave desert, giving scientists hope that robots could one day wage battles without endangering soldiers."The impossible has been achieved," cried Stanford University's Sebastian Thrun, after the university's

Bose iPod SoundDock

2005-10-10T09:25:00.000-04:00

Bose® iPod® SoundDock™ Digital Music SystemThis slim, powerful Bose® SoundDock™ Digital Music System allows you to play your iPod® or iPod Mini in your home or office with acclaimed Bose® sound, and there’s no need for headphones or extra cables. The built-in stereo speakers produce vibrant, concert-quality sound when an iPod is placed on the dock, and the system comes with a remote control to

This one is for the stock marketeer in you

2005-10-10T09:21:00.000-04:00

Stock Tracking OrbA Hammacher Schlemmer catalog exclusive, this glass desktop orb changes its color to reflect the current performance of an individual stock, a customized portfolio, or an entire market, making it ideal for anyone who needs to keep an eye on the ups and downs of the stock market as they happen. It can give you a visual indicator of the status of the DOW®, as well as the NASDAQ®,