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Things that go ‘boo’ in the night!

Gadgets June 3, 2005 posted by

Get a life.

The Remote Life Controller. Got browser? Then you have control. At a price. $1399.99 to be exact.  Now you can monitor your home and control all of its electronic devices remotely with the Remote Life Home Controller. Since Remote Life is accessible via the web and via any Internet-connected cell phone or PDA as well as through your home connection, you can control your lighting, appliances, thermostats and security cameras (all sold separately) from practically anywhere in the world.


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Gadgets June 2, 2005 posted by

Time flies.

The Fisherman’s Alarm Clock. $129.95. Fore! What? Oh sorry, wrong sport.  Housed in a classic Peetz salmon fishing reel, this alarm imitates the ripping sound a reel makes when a fish hits the line. The reel was invented in 1925 by master jeweler Boris Peetz and is still handmade in the factory he founded on Vancouver Island where its mahogany body is lathe-turned, then sanded and polished by hand. With brass accents, a quartz movement, demonstration button, and adjustable volume.


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Gadgets June 1, 2005 posted by

Sounds and fury.

The AudioTech Probe Electronic Stethoscope. Listen to stuff. When and where you want. Without guilt. Sound good? $29.95.  The AudioTech Probe Electronic Stethoscope is a precision sound amplifier diagnostic tool featuring 180 degree swivel boom and 7 stainless steel probe. Hear what you’ve been missing with this professional quality electronic stethoscope for the professional and the Do-It-Yourselfer. Professionals know that correct diagnosis is 90% of fixing the problem. However, diagnosing problems in engines, motors and other equipment can be time…


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Gadgets June 1, 2005 posted by

Aura dora.

The Aura Chakra BioResonanz Imaging System. Oh yes. Definitely. No question.    The best ALL IN ONE AURA CHAKRA RESONANZ IMAGING SYSTEM available. Especially for Health Professionals, Wellness Centers, Spas & for Events, Expos, Retail Stores.


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Gadgets June 1, 2005 posted by

Bubbles.

Champagne Bottle Bubble Blower. Like bubbles do ya? Really like ‘em? Enough to pay £35.00 for the privilege? Hah, thought so.  Miniature bottle of bubbles in Silver Plate with a label for engraving, presented in a wooden box.


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Gadgets May 31, 2005 posted by

Jukebox derby.

The TVX Jukebox. Is this the 200GB media center for the masses? Mmm…possibly. £399.00 ($645.18).  Simply plug it into your computer (USB) and it will appear like any external drive, then just transfer images, music and movies onto it. It automatically converts your movies to DivX format, taking an average 6 Gig movie down to around a mere 75 Megs, but maintaining excellent quality. Then you just plug it into your TV and it will play it all. It’s so…


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Gadgets May 31, 2005 posted by

Chat-Cord.

Chat-Cord. Use your home phone – wireless or tethered – to make and receive Internet calls on your PC. A Skype remote dialler proglet is also available so you don’t even have to touch the PC to dial or accept calls. Uber neat. And uber cheap.  $19.99. [Update: the good folk at Chat-Cord Inc. have asked me to say that the $19.99 price is a special offer. So no hassling them now, OK?]  This amazing device allows you to easily connect your…


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Gadgets May 31, 2005 posted by

Real man’s golf.

So here’s the thing. I receive this PR release inviting me to ‘an exclusive preview’ of the new Real World Golf game from In2Games. But if I accept, I must agree ‘not to publish coverage’ of the PS2 and PC game before August 19th 2005. But it’s already out in the public domain, girls, so where’s your heads at? Tsk.  The Gametrak system tracks every aspect of your golf swing in real time, and gives all the realism and subtlety of…


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Gadgets May 31, 2005 posted by

The BBQ Case.

The BBQ case. So it’s BBQ season, chill out and flip n’sizzle a little. Just don’t flick ash on the carpet.  This compact and slim-line fold-away BBQ is a great little summer cooker. Easy to stash away when you’re not using it, and yet open it up and you’ve got a 42.5 x 26cm cooking area. The grill can sit at three different heights, there’s an integral wind-break for breezy days, and they’ve even thrown in a spatula and BBQ fork…


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Gadgets May 30, 2005 posted by

The NightCam.

The AstraPix PC300 NightCam. A 1.3 megapixel illuminating web cam. With built in microphone. Perfect for badger spotting, eh?  By combining a web-cam, built-in microphone, high-quality VGA CCD sensor and 4-LED lights for night vision, the AstraPix PC300 lets you express your creativity like a pro. Now you can create amazing videos and shoot 1.3 megapixel still photos with ease.


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Gadgets May 30, 2005 posted by

Sharks fin soup.

Shark Fin. $12.98. We might need a bigger boat.  Life-like shark fin cruises around your pool hunting for excitement! “Kids” of all ages will enjoy the fun and laughter it inspires. Lightweight plastic with on/off switch


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Gadgets May 27, 2005 posted by

50 year calendar.

The 50 Year Calendar paperweight. $9.95. Sometimes simple has a timeless attraction, doesn’t it? Anyway buy this for someone who’s very young (calendar good through 2052!)


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Gadgets May 27, 2005 posted by

Svelte speaks.

These elegant black Elecom-AV speakers are rather swish, doncha think? And guess what? They come in white too. Surprise! Around $100.00.


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Gadgets May 27, 2005 posted by

Traveller’s delight.

The Travel Clock Combo. Hardened travellers need look no further than this all-in-one comfort blanket. Thumb sucking obligatory. $62.22.  Travel safer with an all in one alarm clock, bedside flashlight, smoke detector and motion sensor. Ideal for someone you really care about. The travel companion has a lighted flip up LCD screen showing the time, room temperature and calendar.


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Gadgets May 26, 2005 posted by

Cool Fusion.

The Fusion HDTV DVB-T USB. So let’s get this straight. Most people in the civilised world still haven’t experienced High Definition television in any form whatsoever, and yet the Koreans are already producing USB boxes to add it to your laptop? Golly. With DivX conversion, PVR functions and a remote control too.  Supports any notebook PCs as well as desktop * Bus-powered (No power adapter required) * Small form-factor and fancy design which can fit even your pocket * Crisp, clear picture…


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