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Review: USB Exercising Mouse
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Product Reviews, Toys, Videos, USB,
This little guy has been out for a while now, but when our English buds from Crazy About Gadgets sent us a USB Exercising Mouse, we just had to put him through his paces (pun intended.) While waiting for the software to upload, we noticed that Microsoft warned us that it had not undergone safety testing by them. (Thanks for looking out for us, but we’ll take the risk.) Full review and video after the jump.
(Thanks, Phillip)
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Once you tire of playing with your MSN Missile Launcher, take a few shots with the Dueling Space Marines Copter Set. Once the little bugger gets into the air, use the remote to blast your opponent with plasma while the gun flashes with simulated firepower. One shot will make your enemy spin, the second will make him lose some power, and the third shoots him down completely. One 15 minute charge will give you about 6 minutes of aerial destruction time. While we expect that this will take some practice after reading their instructions, it would certainly be worth a mini-war or two. The set needs 6 AA batteries (not included) and comes at a $49.99 price.
Read More | ThinkGeek
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Wind-up Bird Salt and Pepper Shakers
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Toys,
As our final contribution on this Earth Day, we found this almost eerie set of Bird Shakers. No batteries or electronics are involved, you simply wind them up and send them across the table while conserving your own personal energy. The Round Salt and Pointed Pepper shakers are hand-crafted of metal and PVC and are each 3.5 x 2.75-inches. Pre-order one for $18.00 or $36.00 for the pair for a mid-May delivery date. Okay, now that you have finished reading this, go out and plant a tree!
Read More | Yo Kiddo
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Speaking of WowWee, their FlyTech Butterfly will soon be available. The toy is lightweight and as garish as it can be. You charge it, then push launch and there it goes, running into walls, furniture, and people as depicted in this video. With a wing span of 11.8-inches, the winged insect can fly for about 20 seconds after a recharge time of 10. The company claims that its being constructed from durable, highly flexible materials makes it “safe and able to withstand multiple crash landings.” We’re not sure that your lamps and electronics would agree with that. Needing 3 AAA batteries (not included,) the Butterfly will be available in upcoming weeks.
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Super Mario Bros. Sound FX Keychain
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Toys, Video Games,
Why wait for the next Mario game to come out when you can have a piece of the little guy now? The Super Mario Bros. Sound FX Keychain is preloaded with six sounds that include Big, Coin, 1Up, Jump, Start and “Ouch.” Drive your workmates and/or buds nutsy as they try to figure out just what that familiar Nintendo noise is in your pocket. At a size of 2¾ x 2 x ½-inches, the key chain uses 3 AG-13 button cell batteries (included) and comes at the minimal price of $5.95.
(Thanks, Jen)
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We love robotic animal toys almost as much as the genuine article, with the exception being the annoying Furby, even though that probably doesn’t qualify as an animal. Hal the Hamster sings and dances to Styx’s “Mr. Roboto.” Standing 6-inches, he needs 3 AAA batteries to do his thing and has a price of only $9.99. We think we might have programmed him with something more appropriate, such as “Chewy, Chewy” or “Spinning Wheel.” Then again, he is wearing a spacesuit.
Read More | Kleargear
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Take Your Best Shot at the USB Punching Head
Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Toys,
Hey, we’re all about gadgets that help relieve stress. With the USB Punch Head, your stress-relief actually becomes an interactive experience, thanks to the included software. Land a solid blow to the fake head, and you’ll actually hear sounds of pain emanate from your computer. Plus, the harder the punch, the louder the agonizing sound. You can even choose a photo to be shown onscreen, and special effects that reflect your actions. Not exactly Fight Club, but if it prevents your aggression from landing you in jail, we’re all about it. Visit the website to watch a rather interesting demo. Available soon.
Read More | Punch Head via Everything USB
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Yes, fellow Simpson-ites, an actual Etch-a-Sketch in the form of the great Homer Simpson! Just twist Homey’s eyes to create your masterpiece…and the cool thing is that when you’re done it will look like Homer’s thinking about what you’ve drawn! And that’s precisely why the first thing we’ll draw is a frosted donut. Measure 8.5” x 8.5”, and is available for only $15 USD.
Read More | Perpetual Kid
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If you are at the point that you need a USB 4-port hub, you might as will get one that does something. This LED Crystal Ball features a fish and changes colors in shades of red, purple, blue, and green just to annoy
calm you down. At a size of 58 x 49 x 38mm and a weight of a mere 100 grams, the port is compatible with Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP and has a price of $12.00. Artificial fish food is not included.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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As we know by now, Rubik’s Cube devotees actually compete to see who is the fastest. Want to up your game and join the ranks of a speed cuber? MegaHouse’s kit comes with a cube, screwdrivers to dissect it and make it respond quicker, lubricant, and a manual on how you can achieve your goal. And you thought the competitors were just nimble-fingered. Although the instructions are in Japanese, we figure there must be illustrations. The Speed Cubing Kit is available for 2,625 Yen (~$26.00>.)
Read More | Rubik's Cube (translated)
