Monthly Archives: July 2006

Gadgets July 24, 2006 posted by

Beauty Voice Trainer.

The Beauty Voice Trainer. Dude, fed up with sucking at Karaoke? Well now, after just 5 minutes training a day with this puppy, you’ll be able to croon with the best of them. And win the partner of your dreams. Or something. Around $43.00.

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Mobile Tech July 24, 2006 posted by

Code 5 Bat Signal.

Code 5 Lone Worker Protection. Service lets you configure an emergency key on your mobile phone (usually the 5 key ) which you can press when you need help. At which point a two way comms link opens up between you and remote monitoring station personnel who can listen in and call emergency services if necessary. No prices given, although there’s a one off set up charge and a monthly monitoring fee. Not quite as glam as the Bat Signal though,…

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Gadgets July 22, 2006 posted by

The Stowaway Guitar.

The Stowaway Guitar. Disassemble, carry around a bit. Assemble. Applause. Or something. But doesn’t it bend the strings all out of shape? $499.95. [Via Ektopia]  As with all Stewart guitars, the Clip-Joint neck connection system allows easy assembly and disassembly. When disassembled, the neck of the Stow-Away can be stored in a diagonal storage cavity in the back of the guitar body…The Stow-Away can then be discretely stored and in a standard 3 X 13 X 18 inch briefcase (not…

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Gadgets July 21, 2006 posted by

WiFi Pen.

The WiFi Pen. Why bother with kludgy old wireless network detectors when you can carry one around in your pen? Sure, it won’t deliver state of the art detailed information like some products, but hey, you can’t write out a plan for world domination with a Kensington can ya? $18.95.  Easily detect if you are in a Hot Zone. By pushing the button on the barrel Green/Yellow/Red LED’s will light to detect the strength of WiFi signal. Detects to within…

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Gadgets July 21, 2006 posted by

A wheely strange PC.

The Alloy Wheel PC. Yeah, OK. We’re kind of hoping that you can valet park this puppy, otherwise there’s going to be big trouble at the next LAN party, you mark our words.

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Gadgets July 21, 2006 posted by

Under pressure?

The Panasonic Blood Pressure Monitor. How much higher is your blood pressure likely to rise as you stick your arm into this infernal contraption? Answers on a cardiogram please to… $149.95. Now sit still.  This easy to use blood pressure monitor allows you to simply insert your arm ito obtain an accurate measure of your blood pressure. The cuff-less arm insert is adjustable to 40 degrees and includes an elbow pad for comfort. The large high-contrast display shows 3/4″ tall…

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Bookmark This! July 21, 2006 posted by

Vintage Technology.

The Vintage Technology site contains a veritable treasure trove of old stuff, lovingly catalogued and displayed. As well as radios and other household implements of yesteryear, there’s a huge selection of over 500 vintage calculators. If number crunching is your game, this place is your aim. Nice one Emil!  In order to get a better understanding of Vintage Technology you should learn something about the history behind the industries, homes, government and people involved in home entertainment and technology. To…

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Free Software July 21, 2006 posted by

Huminity.

Huminity. Kind of an under the radar group blogging freeware application which has some rather interesting concepts in it. Like an inbuilt chat engine…yeah hold on, there’s more…with an embedded visualisation map of your social circle of friends. So now, not only can you chat with your mates, but also bounce off the map to their mates and have a chat, and then to their friends and so on. It’s kind of 6 degrees of Linked In meets Blogger meets AIM. Definitely worth…

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Gadgets July 20, 2006 posted by

Fred-o-Matic Kitchen Timer.

The Fred-o-Matic Kitchen Timer. You’ve got to love kitchen gadgets that break the mould, haven’t ya? And this really does. Not only does it time you, but it spins its blades and plays 70’s game show jingles. Face it, there’s nothing better to help you start your day than a singing kitchen timer. Know what we mean? $15.99.  This timer stands 6.5″ tall, includes a handy clock display, and is packed in a colorful window box. The Perpetual Kid has recently developed an obsession for…

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huh..? July 20, 2006 posted by

Electro-Smog Corrector.

The ElectroSmog Corrector, seen here grazing in its natural foggy habitat, promises to free mankind and bring world peace to…ah…sorry wrong press release. Well, so it apparently helps those with electroEMF sensitivity. You know, sleep better and stuff. $139.00 makes it a tad more expensive than a decent pillow.  Plugs in to any normal outlet like a night light and will operate continuously for up to 10 years….Users report more energy and better sleep. Some sensitive people who previously have…

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Gadgets July 20, 2006 posted by

Blackbird watch.

The Urwerk UR-103 Watch. If you can call a platinum cased ‘rose gold’ plated device with four satellite dials, fine tune dial and Titanium control board a watch. More like a stretch Hummer for the wrist. Also available in a 277 white diamond version. Price? Ha ha!

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Gadgets July 20, 2006 posted by

Do it All Emergency Tool.

The Multi-Purpose Emergency Tool. Folks, there are some times when only a wind up dynamo charging, AM/FM radio squawking, Blinking LED and siren tooting, seat belt cutting, glass breaking, charge-out jack for mobile phones emergency tool will do. Honest.

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Bookmark This! July 20, 2006 posted by

VoIP speed test.

MyVoIPSpeed Test. The folk at Visualware have introduced another free online test, this time to let you know whether your broadband line is good enough for VoIP Internet calls. Sounds a bit arcane to us, but possibly worth a check if only to see why the voice on the other end sounds like it’s coming from Alpha Centauri.  MyVoIPSpeed simulates VoIP traffic over your Internet connection and measures the quality for VoIP conversations. The speed test measures your current download/upload…

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Gadgets July 19, 2006 posted by

Shockolate Vault.

The Shockolate Vault. Oh yes remove temptation from your minds and fingers, dear feeble face, for this little locking jar will literally give you an electric shock if you attempt to pilfer some naughties before the timer runs out. Not just sweeties of course, cigars and other combustibles can also find a home safe from your pathetically weak will. Pah! £9.99.  You choose how long you think you can go without a bit of chocolate or a cigarette etc. Set the timer…

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