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		<title>Toyota Iq Disco Car: Party in the Intersection!</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2010 01:48:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Technabob</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Designed for the European market, the new Toyota iQ Disco is perfect for impromptu dance parties when you&#8217;re stuck in traffic.

The shiny, sparkly car has been outfitted with with mirrored plates strategically placed along its surface. Adding to the disco effect is a professional DJ sound system with a&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Designed for the European market, the new Toyota iQ Disco is perfect for impromptu dance parties when you&#8217;re stuck in traffic.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-41075  aligncenter" title="toyota_iq_disco_car_1" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_1.jpg" alt="toyota iq disco car 1" width="600" height="432" /></p>
<p>The shiny, sparkly car has been outfitted with with mirrored plates strategically placed along its surface. Adding to the disco effect is a professional DJ sound system with a 15-inch bass-reflex subwoofer, 2-channel mixer and a pair of <a href="http://www.numark.com/ndx800">Numark NDX 800 </a>digital MP3/CD/USB media controllers to get your beats on.<span id="more-41069"></span></p>

<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_2/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_2'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_2-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 2 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_2" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_3/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_3'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_3-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 3 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_3" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_4/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_4'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_4-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 4 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_4" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_5/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_5'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_5-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 5 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_5" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_6/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_6'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_6-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 6 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_6" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/10/14/toyota-iq-disco-car-party-in-the-intersection/toyota_iq_disco_car_1/' title='Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_1'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/toyota_iq_disco_car_1-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-41069 " alt="toyota iq disco car 1 150x150" title="Toyota_Iq_Disco_Car_1" /></a>

<p>Under the hood, the iQ Disco isn&#8217;t quite as impressive, sporting a diminutive 1.33-liter, 98 horsepower engine. But who needs power, when you&#8217;ve got sound, and a car that looks like a traveling disco ball, right?</p>
<p>[via <a href="http://www.topspeed.com/cars/toyota/toyota-iq-disco-ar97920.html">TopSpeed</a> via <a href="http://www.luxurylaunches.com/transport/toyotas_new_iq_disco_car_is_a_mini_discotheque_on_the_wheels.php">Luxurylaunches</a>]</p>
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		<title>Golden Xbox 360 Shines, Sparkles and Spends Your Entire Salary</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2010/04/03/golden-xbox-360/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Apr 2010 19:28:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Technabob</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ve gotta hand it to the guys at Computer Choppers. They know how to coat gadgets in fancy metals. Today&#8217;s gold-plated electronic creation, the 24-karat Xbox 360.

Both the Xbox and its controller received the full golden dip, and would look great alongside your gold chains and gold grills. Oh&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You&#8217;ve gotta hand it to the guys at <a href="http://www.computer-choppers.com">Computer Choppers</a>. They know how to <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/05/gold-macbook-pro-finished-looks-amazing/">coat</a> <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2009/03/19/ipod-shuffle-3g-gets-candy-coated-colors/">gadgets</a> in <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2008/02/02/chrome-and-shiny-metal-imacs-on-the-way/">fancy</a> <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2009/03/10/color-your-mac-mini-with-custom-anodizing/">metals</a>. Today&#8217;s gold-plated electronic creation, the 24-karat Xbox 360.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-30887   aligncenter" title="040310_gold_xbox_360_1" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/040310_gold_xbox_360_1.jpg" alt="040310 gold xbox 360 1" width="600" height="455" /></p>
<p>Both the Xbox and its controller received the full golden dip, and would look great alongside your gold chains and gold grills. Oh yeah, it costs $5,000 bucks too, so only the wealthy need apply.</p>

<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/04/03/golden-xbox-360/040310_gold_xbox_360_2/' title='Golden Xbox 360s by Computer Choppers'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/040310_gold_xbox_360_2-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-30885 " alt="040310 gold xbox 360 2 150x150" title="Golden Xbox 360s by Computer Choppers" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/04/03/golden-xbox-360/040310_gold_xbox_360_3/' title='Golden Xbox 360 and PS3 by Computer Choppers'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/040310_gold_xbox_360_3-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-30885 " alt="040310 gold xbox 360 3 150x150" title="Golden Xbox 360 and PS3 by Computer Choppers" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/04/03/golden-xbox-360/040310_gold_xbox_360_4/' title='Golden Xbox 360 by Computer Choppers'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/040310_gold_xbox_360_4-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-30885 " alt="040310 gold xbox 360 4 150x150" title="Golden Xbox 360 by Computer Choppers" /></a>
<a href='http://technabob.com/blog/2010/04/03/golden-xbox-360/040310_gold_xbox_360_1/' title='Golden Xbox 360 and Controller by Computer Choppers'><img width="150" height="150" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/040310_gold_xbox_360_1-150x150.jpg" class="attachment-thumbnail colorbox-30885 " alt="040310 gold xbox 360 1 150x150" title="Golden Xbox 360 and Controller by Computer Choppers" /></a>

<p>[via <a href="http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2010/04/xbox_360_gets_the_gold_treatment.html">Ubergizmo</a> via <a href="http://theawesomer.com/golden-xbox-360/30790/">The Awesomer</a>]</p>
<div id="_mcePaste" style="position: absolute; left: -10000px; top: 0px; width: 1px; height: 1px; overflow: hidden;">http://theawesomer.com/golden-xbox-360/30790/</div>
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		<title>Xcm Xbox 360 Controller Shell: the Real Hot Coffee Mod</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2010/01/05/xcm-xbox-360-coffee-controller-shell/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:25:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Technabob</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The latest controller modding kit from XCM is perfect for java junkies.

The case replaces the outside of your Xbox 360 controller with a rich, delicious coffee-colored shell.

Like other XCM case replacements for the Xbox 360, the controller includes a matching D-pad, LED backlit ABXY buttons and color-coordinated shoulder&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The latest controller modding kit from <a href="http://www.xcm.cc/index.htm">XCM</a> is perfect for java junkies.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-26004  aligncenter" title="xcm_coffee_controller_mod" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/xcm_coffee_controller_mod.jpg" alt="xcm coffee controller mod" width="600" height="450" /></p>
<p>The case replaces the outside of your Xbox 360 controller with a rich, delicious coffee-colored shell.<span id="more-26003"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-26005" title="xcm_xbox_360_coffee_controller_mod" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/xcm_xbox_360_coffee_controller_mod.jpg" alt="xcm xbox 360 coffee controller mod" width="600" height="450" /></p>
<p>Like other XCM case replacements for the Xbox 360, the controller includes a matching D-pad, LED backlit ABXY buttons and color-coordinated shoulder and trigger buttons. Now XCM likes to say this is a coffee lover&#8217;s controller mod, but I actually think it&#8217;s exactly what it would look like if you dipped your controller in a creamy milk chocolate shell. Either way, it looks delicious to me.</p>
<p>You should be able to find the XCM Coffee Shell controller mod kit over at <a href="http://www.totalconsole.com">TotalConsole</a> or <a href="http://www.extreme-mods.com/">ExtremeMods</a> any day now for around $33 (USD)</p>
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		<title>Incase Chrome Slider iPhone Cases Almost Double as Flash</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2009/11/24/incase-chrome-iphone-cases/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:06:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lambert Varias</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[While the beamer case has a built-in flash, Incase&#8217;s Chrome Slider Cases are just plain flashy and will definitely pimp out your phone, no batteries needed.

So shiny! I wonder if they&#8217;ll get smudged by fingerprints and stuff. The cases are made of hardshell plastic and have rubber guardrails for&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While the <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2009/11/23/beamer-iphone-flash-case/">beamer case</a> has a built-in flash, Incase&#8217;s Chrome Slider Cases are just plain flashy and will definitely pimp out your phone, no batteries needed.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-23447" title="incase_chrome_iphone_case" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/incase_chrome_iphone_case.jpg" alt="incase chrome iphone case" width="600" height="274" /></p>
<p>So shiny! I wonder if they&#8217;ll get smudged by fingerprints and stuff. The cases are made of hardshell plastic and have rubber guardrails for shock absorption, and impact and scratch protection.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-23427" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/incase-iphone-cases-2.jpg" alt="incase iphone cases 2" width="600" height="261" title="incase iphone cases 2 photo" /></p>
<p>The cases also have &#8220;fluorescent pop lining&#8221;, which you obviously won&#8217;t see when your iPhone is in the case, but it&#8217;s still nice to look at, a refreshing difference from all the bling on the outside.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-23428" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/incase-iphone-cases-3.jpg" alt="incase iphone cases 3" width="600" height="354" title="incase iphone cases 3 photo" /></p>
<p>The case comes in black, silver, gold and copper and is compatible with the iPhone 3G &amp; 3GS only. You can get a Chrome Slider Case for $35 (USD) at <a href="http://goincase.com/products/detail/chrome-slider-case-cl59290/5">Incase</a>. Each purchase comes with an S-Stand (shown above). <a href="http://www.icedoutgear.com/pimp-cups.php">Pimp cup</a> not included.</p>
<p>[via <a href="http://www.acquiremag.com/tech/portable-music/ipod/incase-chrome-iphone-slider-ca.php">Acquire</a>]</p>
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		<title>Hand Grenade Xmas Ornaments: O Holy Hand Grenade</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2009/10/14/hand-grenade-xmas-ornaments/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:39:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Technabob</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I know, I know. Halloween isn&#8217;t even here yet and I&#8217;m talking about Christmas already. But when I saw these new ornaments over on Suck UK&#8216;s site today, I had to mention them.

These Xmas Declaration ornaments are perfect for sending  a bold political statement with your holiday tree this&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I know, I know. Halloween isn&#8217;t even here yet and I&#8217;m talking about Christmas already. But when I saw these new ornaments over on <a href="http://www.suck.uk.com">Suck UK</a>&#8216;s site today, I had to mention them.<span id="more-21480"></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-21481  aligncenter" title="hand_grenade_ornament" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/hand_grenade_ornament.jpg" alt="hand grenade ornament" width="600" height="633" /></p>
<p>These Xmas Declaration ornaments are perfect for sending  a bold political statement with your holiday tree this year. Each shiny plastic ornament is modeled after a hand grenade, and is guaranteed to not actually blow up your tree &#8211; unless you decide to fill yours with black powder.  The ornament hanger that looks like a grenade&#8217;s safety pin is a nice touch.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-21482  aligncenter" title="hand_grenade_ornament_suck_uk" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/hand_grenade_ornament_suck_uk.jpg" alt="hand grenade ornament suck uk" width="600" height="497" /></p>
<p>They come in sets of six over at <a href="http://www.suck.uk.com/product.php?rangeID=138&amp;showBar=1">Suck UK</a> for £20 (appx. $32 USD) , and a portion of each purchase will result in a donation to <a href="http://www.ctrlaltshift.co.uk/">Ctrl.Alt.Shift</a>&#8216;s fight against global injustice.</p>
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		<title>Xcm Rumble Joystick Gives PS3 Arcade Gaming a Serious Shake-Up</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2009/04/30/xcm-rumble-joystick-for-ps3/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:10:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Technabob</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a serious arcade controller for your PlayStation 3? Then look no further than this new joystick from XCM.

The XCM Rumble Stick not only gives your PS3 games that authentic arcade feel, but offers built-in vibration feedback under the hood &#8211; a rarity for arcade sticks. The beefy&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a serious arcade controller for your PlayStation 3? Then look no further than this new joystick from XCM.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-12211 aligncenter" title="xcm_rumble_joystick" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/xcm_rumble_joystick.jpg" alt="xcm rumble joystick" width="520" height="403" /></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.xcm.cc/xcm_rumble_joystick.htm">XCM Rumble Stick</a> not only gives your PS3 games that authentic arcade feel, but offers built-in vibration feedback under the hood &#8211; a rarity for arcade sticks. The beefy metallic controller weighs in at nearly 5 pounds and looks just plain awesome. I just love how this stick has bright LED illumination behind all the buttons and inside the joystick ball too. Yummy.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-12210 aligncenter" title="xcm_rumble_stick" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/xcm_rumble_stick.jpg" alt="xcm rumble stick" width="520" height="396" /></p>
<p>Also along for the ride are programmable memory buttons which can store up to 20 button and stick movements in a single button. Ryu and Ken will finally be able to pull off all those crazy combo moves with just a single button push. There&#8217;s also rapid fire and turbo control modes to give you that extra edge.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-12212 aligncenter" title="xcm_rumble_ps3" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/xcm_rumble_ps3.jpg" alt="xcm rumble ps3" width="520" height="411" /></p>
<p>And Xbox 360 fans don&#8217;t have to feel left out. Just pick up an <a href="http://www.xcm.cc/xcm_cross_fire_converter.htm">XCM Cross Fire Converter</a> for $50 and you can use the same stick with your 360 too.</p>
<p>You can order the XCM Rumble Stick from <a href="http://www.consoleshop.com/product.php?productid=21106">Console Shop</a> for $119.95 (USD).</p>
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		<title>Gold Brick Mouse is 999.9 Pure Ridiculosity</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[This gold bullion mouse is sure to make your friends and co-workers think that you&#8217;ve got money to burn &#8211; especially when you plug it into a matching gold brick USB hub and then plug that into your gold MacBook Pro. Available from Iwantoneofthose for £24.99 (appx. $35 USD). And&#8230;]]></description>
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<p>This gold bullion mouse is sure to make your friends and co-workers think that you&#8217;ve got money to burn &#8211; especially when you plug it into a matching <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2006/11/24/gold-usbullion-hub/">gold brick USB hub</a> and then plug that into your <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2007/09/28/golden-apple-macbook-pro-is-this-trumps-computer/">gold MacBook Pro</a>. Available from <a href="http://www.iwantoneofthose.com/new-arrivals/gold-bullion-wireless-mouse/index.html">Iwantoneofthose</a> for £24.99 (appx. $35 USD). And no, it&#8217;s not actually made from gold.</p>
<p>[via <a href="http://gadgets.boingboing.net/2009/04/06/blingermouse.html">Boing Boing Gadgets</a>]</p>
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		<title>More Noel Cases Dress Up Iphones for the Holidays</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2008/11/15/noel-iphone-metallic-cases/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 14:41:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the holidays bearing down upon us, it&#8217;s only a matter of time before your great aunt Mildred shows up wearing one of her infamous sequined reindeer sweaters. Why should she have all the fun dressing up for the holidays? Now your iPhone can join in the festivities too.

These&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the holidays bearing down upon us, it&#8217;s only a matter of time before your great aunt Mildred shows up wearing one of her infamous sequined reindeer sweaters. Why should she have all the fun dressing up for the holidays? Now your iPhone can join in the festivities too.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-5310 aligncenter" title="more_noel_iphone_cases" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/more_noel_iphone_cases.jpg" alt="more noel iphone cases" width="520" height="421" /></p>
<p>These shiny new Noel cases from More give your iPhone (3G only) the shiny, metallic look of Christmas ornaments. Available in blue and ruby jeweltones as well as gold and shiny aluminum, these form-fitting cases are sure to draw attention the next time you go to answer your phone.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-5311 aligncenter" title="more_noel_iphone_cases_2" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/more_noel_iphone_cases_2.jpg" alt="more noel iphone cases 2" width="520" height="570" /></p>
<p>The unibody shell design has precise cutouts that allow you to use all controls and inputs without removing the case. And so the face of your iPhone doesn&#8217;t feel left out, each case comes with a bonus mirrored screen protector which makes the front of your iPhone just as shiny as the back.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-5312 aligncenter" title="more_noel_iphone_cases_3" src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/more_noel_iphone_cases_3.jpg" alt="more noel iphone cases 3" width="520" height="316" /></p>
<p>Keep in mind that these cases are super smooth, so if you&#8217;re looking for an extra grip on your iPhone, this isn&#8217;t the case for you. They&#8217;re available now from <a href="http://www.more-thing.com/noel-collection-incl-mirror-protector.html">More Thing</a> for $29.90 USD each.</p>
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		<title>Chrome and Shiny Metal Imacs on the Way</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2008/02/02/chrome-and-shiny-metal-imacs-on-the-way/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2008 14:56:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The guys over at Computer Choppers (who previously gave us the gold-plated MacBook Pro and the digg casemod) have a new trick up their sleeves. Working their secret alchemy, they&#8217;ve managed to coat the matte aluminum surfaces of Apple&#8217;s latest 24-inch iMacs with shiny chrome and other metallic platings.

The&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The guys over at Computer Choppers (who previously gave us the <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/05/gold-macbook-pro-finished-looks-amazing/">gold-plated MacBook Pro</a> and the <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2007/09/17/ultimate-digg-case-mod-for-sale/">digg casemod</a>) have a new trick up their sleeves. Working their secret alchemy, they&#8217;ve managed to coat the matte aluminum surfaces of Apple&#8217;s latest 24-inch iMacs with shiny chrome and other metallic platings.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/imac_chrome_1.jpg" alt="imac chrome 1"  title="imac chrome 1 photo" /></p>
<p>The Choppers plan on offering over a dozen different plating options, including gold, rose gold, white gold, platinum and more. (Can I get mine plated in <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvin_the_Martian">Illudium Q-36</a>? Please?)</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/imac_chrome_2.jpg" alt="imac chrome 2"  title="imac chrome 2 photo" /></p>
<p>If you&#8217;re interested in giving your iMac its own shiny metal ass so it can tell you to bite it, head on over to <a href="http://www.computer-choppers.com/contact.htm">this contact form</a>. <strike>Now if they&#8217;d only work some of their wizardry to get rid of those annoying URL watermarks all over their photos so we could see what they really look like</strike>. <em>Thanks to Alex over at Computer Choppers for the updated photos! </em></p>
<p>[via <a href="http://www.bornrich.org/entry/computer-choppers-chose-24-inch-imacs-this-time/">BornRich</a>]</p>
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		<title>Titi Mp3 Player: Cool Design, Unfortunate Name</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 05 Jan 2008 07:03:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[These cute little clip-on MP3 players from Korea come in a seven candy-like colors (one for each day of the week) sure to appeal to teenage girls around the globe.

The minuscule Titi MP3 Player by Floral Mobile definitely has its sights set on Apple&#8217;s iPod Shuffle, offering a simple&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These cute little clip-on MP3 players from Korea come in a seven candy-like colors (one for each day of the week) sure to appeal to teenage girls around the globe.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/titi_clipon_mp3.jpg" alt="titi clipon mp3"  title="titi clipon mp3 photo" /></p>
<p>The minuscule Titi MP3 Player by Floral Mobile definitely has its sights set on Apple&#8217;s iPod Shuffle, offering a simple control interface and no display. Each tiny player weighs in at just 10 grams, and measures about 1.18&#8243; x 1.69&#8243; x 0.35&#8243;, virtually the same size as the current Shuffle models and weighing about 30% less. Each player includes a color-matched set of ear buds.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/titi_clipon_mp3_2.jpg" alt="titi clipon mp3 2"  title="titi clipon mp3 2 photo" /></p>
<p>Currently only available in Korea, a 1GB Titi media player retails for 39,000 KRW (about $41 USD). More information can be found over on <a href="http://www.earlyadopter.co.kr/mall/?type=item&amp;prod_id=1983&amp;shop_gbn=shop&amp;main_category_code=B">The Earlyadopter&#8217;s World</a>.</p>
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		<title>Reflection LED Watch: Mirror, Mirror on Your Wrist</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Dec 2007 12:45:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a cool gift for the geek who has everything? I really dig this shiny new digital watch and its dramatic styling.
Concealed behind the mirrored face of the Reflection watch dwells a bright red LED display which only shows itself when illuminated. When it&#8217;s not telling the time,&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a cool gift for the geek who has everything? I really dig this shiny new digital watch and its dramatic styling.</p>
<p>Concealed behind the mirrored face of the Reflection watch dwells a bright red LED display which only shows itself when illuminated. When it&#8217;s not telling the time, it&#8217;s perfect for checking out your good looks (or picking that piece of food out from between your teeth).</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/reflection_led.jpg" alt="reflection led"  title="reflection led photo" /></p>
<p>The super-shiny finish is a perfect complement to the Reflection&#8217;s highly-polished gunmetal band. There&#8217;s something about the retro-modern style of LED watches that always catches my eye. I especially like the fact that the display on this one is a little different from the typical 7-segment readout, using a dot-matrix to render the current time instead.</p>
<p>The Reflection watch features a durable mineralite lens with a polarized mirror finish, and a sturdy stainless steel case and band. You can find it at <a href="http://ledwatchstop.com/store/reflection-unique-digital-watch-mirrored-p-285.html">LEDWatchStop</a> for $159 USD.</p>
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		<title>Gold Macbook Pro Finished, Looks Amazing</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/05/gold-macbook-pro-finished-looks-amazing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Oct 2007 04:57:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Remember that 24-karat gold plated MacBook Pro I told you about the other day? Well the case mod gods over at Computer Choppers were kind enough to send me over photos of the finished product, and it looks even more fantastic than I had envisioned.


Other than the diamond-encrusted Apple&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Remember that <a href="http://technabob.com/blog/2007/09/28/golden-apple-macbook-pro-is-this-trumps-computer/">24-karat gold plated MacBook Pro</a> I told you about the other day? Well the case mod gods over at <a href="http://www.computer-choppers.com/">Computer Choppers</a> were kind enough to send me over photos of the finished product, and it looks even more fantastic than I had envisioned.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/goldmacbookpro2.jpg" alt="goldmacbookpro2"  title="goldmacbookpro2 photo" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/goldmacbookpro1.jpg" alt="goldmacbookpro1"  title="goldmacbookpro1 photo" /></p>
<p>Other than the diamond-encrusted Apple logo and the LCD screen, every surface of this shiny spectacle is covered in gold. Kudos to gang at Computer Choppers for another amazing case design!</p>
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		<title>Golden Apple Macbook Pro: is This Trump’s Computer?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Sep 2007 13:31:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The talented case modders from Computer Choppers are currently working on a project to create a golden Apple MacBook Pro laptop. I&#8217;m not talking about a little spray paint here. This mod includes a full 24-karat gold plating of the case.

They&#8217;ve even gone so far to color-match the keyboard,&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The talented case modders from Computer Choppers are currently working on a project to create a golden Apple MacBook Pro laptop. I&#8217;m not talking about a little spray paint here. This mod includes a full 24-karat gold plating of the case.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/gold_macbook.jpg" alt="gold macbook"  title="gold macbook photo" /></p>
<p>They&#8217;ve even gone so far to color-match the keyboard, then re-engrave the letters for a seamless, professional design.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/gold_keyboard_macbook.jpg" alt="gold keyboard macbook"  title="gold keyboard macbook photo" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/gold_macbook_back.jpg" alt="gold macbook back"  title="gold macbook back photo" /></p>
<p>The company can do the same for you, but it&#8217;ll cost ya. The estimated cost for the plating, painting and etching work will set you back between $1200 and $1500. For a bit extra, they&#8217;ll customize the Apple logo cutout with a custom design of your choice.</p>
<p>The first one is still a work-in-progress, but looks like it&#8217;s very close to complete. Be sure to check the <a href="http://www.computer-choppers.com">Computer Choppers</a> website to see the finished system.</p>
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		<title>Chrome Your Wii</title>
		<link>http://technabob.com/blog/2007/03/18/chrome-your-wii/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Mar 2007 04:58:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Console mod shop XCMLiVE is now offering a chrome case mod for the Nintendo Wii. The case is a complete replacement shell kit that covers all sides of the Wii and includes a chrome finish stand as well.

The Chrome I-Case for Wii costs $37.99 and should start shipping around&#8230;]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Console mod shop <a href="http://www.xcmlive.com">XCMLiVE</a> is now offering a chrome case mod for the Nintendo Wii. The case is a complete replacement shell kit that covers all sides of the Wii and includes a chrome finish stand as well.</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://technabob.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/03/chrome_wii.jpg" alt="chrome wii"  title="chrome wii photo" /></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.xcmlive.com/cgi-bin/xcmlive/engine.pl?function=viewid&amp;id=RKS00084&amp;cat=WII-TUNING">Chrome I-Case for Wii</a> costs $37.99 and should start shipping around the end of March (you can pre-order one <a href="http://www.totalconsole.com/servlet/Detail?no=183">here</a>.) Installation is said to be easy, which is unusual for a full case replacement. The I-Case will also be available in crystal blue and black finishes if this one is too shiny for your taste.</p>
<p>(If you don&#8217;t have a Wii, but have an <a href="/blog/2007/01/17/chrome-your-xbox-360/">Xbox 360</a> or an <a href="/blog/2007/02/20/griffin-reflect-chrome-cases-for-your-ipod/">iPod</a>, you can still get in on the chrome action.)</p>
<p>[via <a href="http://gonintendo.com/?p=14751">Go Nintendo</a>]</p>
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