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Solo Wireless Signal Repeater: Can You Hear Me Now?

I don’t know why this gadget has flowers printed on it, but if it works as advertised I think it’s going to be a hit, flowers or no flowers. The Solo is a tiny digital repeater, i.e. a device that extends the reach of wireless signals with little or no…

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For Grumpy, Non-Morning People: Mr. Bump Alarm Clock Turns Off When Thrown Against Wall

The Mr. Bump alarm clock is very weird but also very appropriate: when its alarm goes off, you can turn it off by hurling it against a wall, or against any hard surface I guess. It’s a gadget that risks being destroyed in order to function, and yet it’s also…

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Be Geeky and Resourceful With the Fruit Powered Clock

Aaaaaand action! You’re late for a meeting. Your heart is beating so fast and so loud. You get in your car. You start the car. You drive off. You are fast; you are speed itself. But you’re pretty sure you’re still late. You keep on driving fast. Suddenly you realize…

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Motion Sensing Fake Security Cam: Your Dog’S New Toy

This fake security cam has several fauxthentic features that will deter would-be thieves. It has a motion sensor (probably an IR sensor), so that when someone – you, your wife’s mother, a piece of trash – passes in front of it within 6 1/2 feet, the camera will respond by…

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Forget That Fish-Eye: Sony Dsc-Hx1 Cybershot Can Take 224° Panoramic Shots

I’m not that into photography so I can’t say I’m excited about Sony’s new cybershot, the DSC-HX1, but it’s packed with a lot of features that I think will get many enthusiasts excited. One of the DSC-HX1’s features that Sony is flaunting is it’s ability to take “sweeping panoramic shots”,…

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Stop Singing in the Shower With the Waterproof Mp3 Player

The rivalry between water and consumer electronics is one of the most legendary rivalries known to man. It’s right up there with Itchy & Scratchy, WOW & Life, Me & College. Recognizing the tragic state of affairs between two of man’s most beloved things, gadget manufacturer/ peacekeeper of non-living things…

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Gadget Secretary Truecall is Telemarketer’S Worst Enemy

We’ve seen it so many times on TV: the handsome hotshot attorney is inside his office, squinting and frowning while massaging his temples to indicate that he’s thinking of a way to win his beautiful client’s case… and heart, of course. Then the secretary comes in and says that he…

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This Colorful USB Hub is Fun and Flexy

The Flexible Chromatic USB Hub will delight you with bright hues and a flexible design. You can fold and stretch it to your heart’s content, all while you do your USB thing. This gadget reminds me of those toys that have colored blocks of wood connected by fabric straps, that…

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Shower Radio Disguised as a Shampoo Bottle: Why?

This isn’t exactly high-tech, but it’s a strange enough gadget that I wanted to share it. It’s a waterproof radio for your shower that’s disguised as a shampoo bottle. Sooo… what’s the rationale behind this product? The only thing I can think of is that it’s to prevent theft of…

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Know When to Flee With This Desktop Seismic Updater

Not that I think this will really save you in an earthquake, but in case you’re the type of person who likes to be as prepared as humanly possible- I present the S Band EJ, a desktop seismic updater from Sankosha. This little gadget can (supposedly) clue you in to…

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The Wireless Cheese Cutter

Have a juvenile sense of humor? Now you can get out your immature tendencies with this remote controlled version of the “classic” Whoopee Cushion. Just place the battery-operated receiver unit under your unsuspecting coworker’s chair, head back to your cubicle and press the wireless trigger and let the mayhem ensue.…

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The Ultimate Vaporware

Just in time for the holidays, The Onion – America’s Finest News Source, will offer the ideal holiday gifts for the guy or gal who has everything. Gotchabox is a set of three boxes from completely fake, yet surprisingly real sounding bad gift items, the USB toaster (are you sure…

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Is That a Swiss Army Knife in Your Pocket?

..or are you just glad to see me? The folks at Wenger thought it would be a good idea to create the ultimate in Swiss army knives by including every tool they make (85 in all) in a single form-factor. The result… I’m not sure whether to call it an…

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Solo Wireless Signal Repeater: Can You Hear Me Now?

For Grumpy, Non-Morning People: Mr. Bump Alarm Clock Turns Off When Thrown Against Wall

Be Geeky and Resourceful With the Fruit Powered Clock

Motion Sensing Fake Security Cam: Your Dog’S New Toy

Forget That Fish-Eye: Sony Dsc-Hx1 Cybershot Can Take 224° Panoramic Shots

Stop Singing in the Shower With the Waterproof Mp3 Player

Gadget Secretary Truecall is Telemarketer’S Worst Enemy

This Colorful USB Hub is Fun and Flexy

Shower Radio Disguised as a Shampoo Bottle: Why?

Know When to Flee With This Desktop Seismic Updater

The Wireless Cheese Cutter

The Ultimate Vaporware

Is That a Swiss Army Knife in Your Pocket?

Deals in The Technabob Shop