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Amazon aims to eliminate hard-to-open packaging
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Corporate News, Internet, Misc. Tech, Toys,
After years upon years of frustrated purchasers cutting themselves on clamshell plastic cases, a company has stood up and proclaimed “No more!”. This morning, a letter from Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos appeared on the main page of the site, informing visitors that the company will now be working with leading manufacturers to deliver products “inside smaller, easy-to-open, recyclable cardboard boxes with less packaging material (and no frustrating plastic clamshells or wire ties).” They are calling it “Frustration-free Packaging.” Really? Could a world really exist where you can simply buy a product, open a box, and easily remove said product from said box—without having to scour the immediate vicinity for a box cutter? We know, it sounds too good to be true. We applaud Amazon for standing up for both the environment, and our cut up fingers.
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Pleo Celebrates Halloween
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Hot Deals, Misc. Tech, Software, Toys,
Ugobe is celebrating Pleo’s first Halloween with some new downloadable software. He will not only issue his usual noises, he can also sound like a screeching cat, a spooky ghost, a dragon and a Pleosaurus Rex. The “audio costumes” are free and you will only need a blank SD Card with a minimum of 32MB storage. At a total size of 2.7MB, Ugobe says it will take longer than most downloads, but then maybe Pleo doesn’t like holidays.
Read More | PleoWorld
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Microfly is a clever propeller-driven flyer, controlled by a transmitter that also acts as a charger. It will hover or move up, down, forward and backwards to irritate your coworkers or family members. At a size of only 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 x 2 1/2-inches, it needs six 1.5V AA LR6 batteries (not included.) You can get your own Microfly for $24.95, shoot some fuzzy images, and try to convince others on YouTube you saw a UFO.
Read More | Firebox
Gallery: Microfly R/C Flyer
Looking for a kewl R/C device to give out to your office buds this year? Micro Bladez can go forward, backwards, up, down, and turn left and right. At a weight of only 0.019 kg, the mini-copter will set you back £24.99 (~$39.00) each if you buy a minimum of 6. Better yet, let everyone chip in and in addition to getting one for yourselves, get one for the boss. Pre-order now for the next shipment.
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Gallery: R/C Micro Bladez Mini-Helicopter
Remember the Magic 8 Ball? We know that you still have one that you need in bouts of real insecurity. For these troubled economic times, the virtual Wall Street Guru is the perfect answer. Ask it a question and it will respond with such answers as:
- “Tech Stocks Hot”
- “Bear Market Ahead”
- “Out to Lunch”
- “Buy T-Bills ”
- and the ever popular “Unclear Ask Again”
It may not be the answer to all your financial needs, but at least you won’t have to take credit for bad decisions. Carry it on your next trip to Wall St. for $7.95.
Read More | Archie McPhee
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We never tire of Lego-like gadgets, although there seems to be a new one daily. Homade’s faux Brick Flash Drive is plug and play in your USB port with no software needed. In a size of 15 x 30 x 7mm, it is practically tiny but enhanced for Windows Readyboost. Attach to backpack, cell phone or key chain. Choose one of the seven colors in 2GB memory for $30.00 or the 4GB flash drive model for $42.00.
Read More | Brando
Gallery: Homade Brick Flash Drive
Sometimes we have to include the silly, like this USB Volcano Lamp. At a size of 246 x 80 x 80mm, you simply add half of the bag of lava beads and water and let the phony fireworks begin. The light can also be powered up by 2 AA batteries (not included,) and features fan and LED on/off buttons. The volcano comes with a bag of beads, USB cable, and a guide for the inept. You can get your own mini-St. Helen’s for $18.00.
Read More | Gadget4all
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Matrix Ultimate Collection with Nebuchadnezzar ship replica
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Movies, Toys,
Haven’t been able to get past the Matrix? If you admit to being one of those who has a Matrix screensaver, then this has to be the ultimate collection for you. Not only are all three Blu-ray discs and the Animatrix included, there is a Hot Toys 60cm replica of the Nebuchadnezzar ship. This is a Japanese Limited Edition set (although no specific amount has been set) to be released December 17. It will carry a price of ¥39,800 (~$376.00) and be available online.
Read More | ToysREvil
Gallery: Matrix Ultimate Collection with Nebuchadnezzar ship replica
We love those Lego gadgets and couldn’t pass this one up. About 4,500 people that comprise the Hong Kong Lego User Group were so inspired by the Beijing Olympics that they created their own version. The mini-tribute measures 10 x 26 ft. and took over 300,000 bricks. Included are the Birds’ Nest Stadium, the Water Cube aquatic center (inside and out,) equestrians, cyclists, ping pong, and beach volleyball. It was recently on display at the Grand Century Palace in Hong Kong. We think it should go on tour. More pictures available via the link of the Daily Mail.
Read More | Daily Mail
Gallery: HK Lego User Group Beijing Olympics
Here’s an original gift for a kid, mate, or anyone else that refuses to use a real ATM. Make a deposit of paper bills or coinage in the mini-bank, and it will keep track of your earnings. Of course there is a card with a PIN number so that you can withdraw when times get tough. At a size of 25.5 x 22 x 9cm, the ATM is recommended for ages of 8 and older. Pre-order for £24.99 (~$46.48) for an October release date.
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