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Things that go ‘boo’ in the night!

Gadgets December 18, 2006 posted by

Pure Digital Camcorder – point, shoot, play

The Pure Digital PSV-351 Point & Shoot Camcorder may look like just another solid state digital camcorder, but there are a few differences. First it comes with an integrated USB plug, so you can plug in and edit footage on your computer instantly. The other neat thing is that the software is already built in to the device itself, so no messy installation needed, and it connects automagically with Google Video to upload and share your clips. It only sports a 2x digital zoom, and…


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Gadgets December 18, 2006 posted by

No Touch Alarm Card – light sensitive pickpocket catcher

The No Touch Alarm Card is a light sensitive credit card sized device which sounds an alarm when exposed to a small amount of light. You stick it in your wallet or purse and  immediately a thief or pickpocket removes the wallet an alarm will sound. We understand that some spouses may be using it to reduce their partners’ spending addiction, but have been unable to confirm a corresponding increase in midnight shopping in those cases. A$14.95.  “No Touch Alarm Card” is a promotional credit card-type personal safety alert device….


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Gadgets December 18, 2006 posted by

Flashing LED Balloon Lights – twinkle, pop

Flashing LED Balloon Lights. Clearly a marriage made in heaven. Duffy old analogue party balloons with flashing LED lights inside them. Oh yes. Please note that these lights do not come with balloons, so get your own, you tight fisted old Scrooge people. Available in jumbo or regular sizes and multi-colours. Priced at £1.95 each.   This L.E.D. balloon light is reusable, and is a small sealed unit containing a very bright led. The balloon light is designed to be switched…


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Gadgets December 16, 2006 posted by

iWoofer – iPod dock looks alien, sounds familiar?

The iWoofer may look a bit strange, but who are we to cast the first stone? The final of this week’s iProducts is an iPod dock with a 12 watt Titanium driven speaker, glowing neon lights, a ‘downfiring’ sub-woofer and a built-in radio. Are you excited yet? $99.00.  Introducing iWoofer, the fresh and radical iPod speaker system. iWoofer is designed to make a striking impression for the eye as well as the ear, with unique combination of features like downfiring subwoofer and…


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Gadgets December 15, 2006 posted by

Hannibal Deuce + – the Linux Media Center with attitude

The Hannibal Deuce + is an Ubuntu Linux powered media center which incorporates the MythTV Open Source software package, oodles of connectivity and playback codec options, 500 GB of storage, built in BitTorrent downloading, integrated DVD Rip and Burn and a remote control. There’s even a 9 in 1 memory card reader in there. And all for just $899.00. Penguin: 1 Microsoft Mouse: 0. [Via ILTLI]  We thought of one thing while we were creating the Hannibal. What would we want…


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Gadgets December 15, 2006 posted by

Waleli GSM Doorbell – open the door remotely with your mobile phone

The Waleli GSM Doorbell is a bit of a genius product which combines mobile phone technology and an electronic door lock to let you chat to a visitor and open your door using a cell phone handset. The wider implications are immediately obvious, are they not Holmes? Being able to open the door from afar when you’re running late and your visitors are early, opening the door to workmen while you are at your office, that kind of thing. Do note that…


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Gadgets December 14, 2006 posted by

Fender Strobe-e Keychain Tuner – perfect pitch in your pocket

The Fender Strobe-e Keychain LED Light and Guitar Tuner is the kind of gadget that is guaranteed to impress the ladies. You know the sort of thing, you whip it out casually during the warm up chat, and turn the conversation deftly onto your commitment as the lead guitarist with Green Day. Of course this only stands up long term if you are in fact said Billie Joe, but apart from that it should work a treat. Which makes it…


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Gadgets December 14, 2006 posted by

iPod2Car – embed your iPod into your car stereo system

The PXDP2 iPod2Car Gen 2 System lets you plumb your iPod into your car stereo system, so you get full control via the factory radio and steering wheel controls. You can even browse tracks via the radio screen. Needless to say it only works with a few makes of vehicle, but the list is growing all the time and Ford and Toyota are covered, so that’s a good sized population right there. Apparently the audio quality is excellent. Priced at around…


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Gadgets December 14, 2006 posted by

iDock – the cooling, swivelling USB laptop stand

The iDock. Continuing our iProduct theme this week, here we have a useful combination of a swivelling/tilt laptop stand, with inbuilt cooling fans and 4 USB sockets on the back for some serious peripheralizing. The eight position tilt mechanism means that your laptop screen sits pretty, as does your viewing angle and overall posture. Gotta be a good thing.  Space-saving, money-saving solution eliminates the need for extra monitors. # Smart, simple fashion and unique design # Built-in 4-port USB 2.0 hub provides one-time connection for computer…


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Gadgets December 14, 2006 posted by

LED replacement bulb – retrofit your old flashlight new

Update your tatty old flashlight with a brand new High Intensity Screw-in LED Bulb and experience bright light, super long battery life and the envy of your neighbours and friends. Great idea, although this wholesale site doesn’t go into pricing details.  Easily convert any common flashlight into an extra high-intensity LED flashlight. This screw-in type bulb features the latest advances in LED technology to deliver a bulb that doesn’t drain batteries nearly as fast, it produces a better quality white…


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Gadgets December 13, 2006 posted by

Flashing Pushpin Memo Holder – flash happy messages

Flashing Pushpin Memo Holder. Stick it to a door or fridge, attach important message, press pin to get flashing and there you go. Instant intimate family communication 21st century style. Whatever happened to gentle banter over a leisurely breakfast? G’night Jim Bob! $3.99.  The self-adhesive backing lets you stick it on a door, mirror or refrigerator. The oversized pushpin holds a note, reminder or to-do list and, when pushed completely into the base, a light flashes to draw extra attention…


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Gadgets December 13, 2006 posted by

LockLite – turn your key into an LED flashlight

The Lock Lite. Turn your key into an LED flashlight by embedding it into this clever bulb and battery enclosure. You do need to be using a key which fits the particular shape of the device, but apart from that it should save many a weary hour hunting for your keyhole in the dark. £3.99.  Even if you’re not attempting in vain to unlock your door, the LockLite provides ample illumination for other tasks, emitting a light source that is visible up to a mile away….


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Gadgets December 12, 2006 posted by

i-Kids Safety Device – one button GPS alarm and tracker

The i-Kids Safety Device. Ho-hum, another day, another i product. Actually today we’ve got three i products. Is that a record? Is i the new black? Do we iCare? Anyway, where were we? Ah yes…um…here we have a little GPS box with panic button and a £15.75 a month subscription plan, which is probably slightly less than you’d pay to feed and house a very large and loyal Rottweiler.  A one-touch emergency button allows your child to alert you immediately in…


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Gadgets December 12, 2006 posted by

iRecord – one button recording from A/V to iPod

The iRecord is a one button recording box which takes any audio/visual input and outputs it to a media player, iPod or other mass storage device for your portable enjoyment. The eagle eyed amongst you will have noticed that no computer is involved in this analogue to digital transaction, just the little white box. Which makes it A Very Useful Thing, we think. £159.99.   iRecord allows you to record your favorite movies or TV shows directly to your iPod,…


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Gadgets December 12, 2006 posted by

The WiFi Dictionary – Mr Merriam-Webster spins in grave

The Nurian Z1 WiFi Electronic Dictionary.  You realise that things are a bit weird gadget-wise, when an electronic dictionary ships with more tech inside than a moon lander. A WiFi dictionary? What are they thinking? Anyhoo, it’s interesting if only to prove that eventually everything will be inter-connected in one way or another (hint: but it won’t be via WiFi!)  It adapted a 5-inch touch-screen LCD and Window CE 5.0 professional OS. It is expected to be available next February in Korea market.


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