BT Text. Well blow me down with a boa feather and dust me with custard. So British Telecom has been running a land line SMS text service for a while, eh? You send a text message from your mobile phone and it gets delivered to a normal home phone via a computer generated voice mail service – and without surcharge. The Ferret just received one on the Ferret Fone at home and it worked well. And during December you can even send Xmas…
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Artistic domain.
Domain Art. Domain names as art. Fascinating concept. I think it goes something like ‘buy the artistic representation of the domain name and get the actual domain name thrown in as part of the deal.’ I think. The buyer of each work in the Domain Art series becomes the legal owner of the web address and the global real estate that makes up the title and image of the art piece. As well as existing as a digital online installation each artwork…
Read MorePSP vs Puma.
The Ferret respects John Davison, editorial supremo from Ziff Davis games. Not just because he’s a Brit, but because he ‘gets it’. So when he says that he thinks Sony’s new games console is – quote – ‘the start of something really big’ (his emphasis), then we sit up and take notice. Hey, and he says he’ll eat his son’s trainers if he’s wrong, so that can’t be bad can it? I have this little flutter of excitement in the pit of my stomach…
Read MoreThe..ahar there…watch.
The Casio Sea Pathfinder is a watch for pirates, laddy. Not for lily livered land-lubbers with wrists the size of a string bean. Ahar there…! [Thank you, I think we’ve all identified the oceanographic reference by now – Ed] And just in case you’re thinking of wandering anywhere near the Bermuda Triangle, it comes with its own ‘abnormal magnetic field detect function’. $174.95. It displays weather information and vital data required for seafarers, boating and yachting enthusiasts. Packed with features,…
Read MoreJet R/C.
The R/C Jet Car. $49.99. You feel the need? The need for smashed up bits of plastic at the bottom of an adjacent brick wall? Propelled by two super-size turboprops, the JetCar accelerates like a mini dragster and then hurtles around at breathtaking speeds equivalent to about 150mph. And it’s not just about straight-line performance either. JetCar’s sophisticated aerodynamic design also lets you pull incredibly tight turns and execute 360° spins on the proverbial sixpence.
Read MoreGlideball.
The Glideball golf trainer. Got golf? Need practice? Carry around your own practice kit, set up and belt away, safe in the knowledge that you’re not going to kill too many small dogs and old ladies. £199.00. Glideball is a unique new portable driving range, which will encourage a better swing through regular practice…Hitting a real golf ball every time, the ball travels up two parallel wires and returns to the astro turf hitting area instantly, eliminating the hassle of having…
Read MoreThe Screamer.
The Screamer toilet seat with optional accessories. Just perfect for inspiring some new…ahem…kickass solo guitar licks? $99.00. [Via Tom]
Read MoreSmart, joy & frag.
SmartJoy FRAG. $28.90. Cross platform convergence for gamers. Good, good. SmartJoy FRAG is a unique adapter that allows you to connect standard PS/2 compatible mice and keyboards to your PlayStation2 or Xbox console. You will be able to enjoy First-Person Shooters (FPS), or any other game where targeting is important, the way they are meant to be played.
Read MorePhat video.
The Turbine Video Encoder program is most excellent way of converting standard video clips to the Flash format in order to embed and play them easily on web sites. Best of all, there’s a free version to play with. Here we see some rare footage of one of the Ferret’s closest relatives performing for an adoring polecat audience somewhere deep in the Swedish countryside. Click on the image to view.
Read MoreConsumer choice?
Choose the Blue. A site which lets you know which American companies support which US political party, in order to let you buy only from those which support your political leanings? It’s quite a scary concept if you take it to its logical conclusion. Of course clever companies like Intel split their donations almost 50/50! If each American who voted for John Kerry spends $100 in 2005 on a Blue company instead of a Red company, we can move $5 Billion away…
Read MoreFree phone calls for life?
Phone for Life? $999.99 buys you free unlimited local, national and international phone calls for life? Really? Really really? Mmm… well actually no. There are countries which are not exactly free. As in you pay. Money. Never Pay A Phone Bill Ever Again. Full 60-Day Money Back Guarantee
Read MoreSound and fury.
The Intercom/Sound System. From $999.99. Yes, you too can now recreate that Stepford Wives Wal-Mart type atmosphere in your home instantly, complete with cheesy muzak and cheery announcements. Hoorah! Monitor and communicate with your family through an intercom that acts as a full sound system. Program through the master station, which controls intercom functionality at the room and weather-resistant patio stations, which can in turn control the system’s music power, volume and up to four music sources. Speak to visitors…
Read MoreThing in a bag.
Thing in a Bag Cat Toy. $12.95. Heh! The Ferret approves! Designed to bring out kitty’s natural stalking instinct, this bag is made from claw-and tear-resistant materials. Inside the bag are crinkly-sounding materials and a randomly-activated motor that makes the “thing” come alive! Automatically turns off after three minutes for safety and convenience.
Read MoreBlaster masters.
Project T. Blasters. $7.99. This Ferret doesn’t really get LED gidgets like this. But then again, somebody must. Somewhere. Project T’s, our latest model, are the best looking glasses out there!! (both by day and by night!) A streamlined bolt of EL light at the top is beautifully reflected by the transparent colored lenses.(The lenses are actually the same color as the light- even during the day!!) With a high quality frame, and lenses that provide 100% UV protection, “Project T’s”…
Read MoreHarley flashlight.
The Harley Davidson Flashlight and radio $70.00. See? There is life in the old macho dog yet. A booming flashlight and handy radio inside Harley Davidson’s trademark toughness. • AM/FM radio. • Powerful light. • Utility style aluminum case. • Unique hanging handle.
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