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Tokyoflash Galaxy Watch
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Wearables, Misc. Tech,
Tokyoflash has another new and confusing timepiece. The Galaxy works by one touch, which starts animation and then displays the time on digital tube LEDs. The 12 yellow bars are the hours, the 11 red bars are groups of 5 minutes, and the 4 green bars represent each minute. Press the lower button and forgo the animation. Available in silver, the Galaxy carries a price of ¥13,900 (~$132.85.) We have been telling you about Tokyoflash’s watches for so long that we think we almost have the hang of it.
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Rockport Outdoor Electric Fireplace
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Music,
We’re glad that someone has almost caught on that fireplaces could be
hot outdoors, too. Dimplex’s Rockport Outdoor Electric Fireplace is a 26-inch electric fireplace with an LED flame effect. It has an audio MP3 input and concealed speakers. Debuting at the 2008 National Hardware Show, the fireplace is fully weatherproof, comes with a 20 foot cord, and the company claims that its annual cost is less than $10.00, based on 4 hours a day. Contact Dimplex for pricing.
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Great Gadgets for Kids
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Toys,
Our buds at gadget4all have a couple of new fun and useful things for the kids in your life. Their Kitty Hand-Pressing Torch has two white LEDs, is lightweight and portable, and is environmentally friendly with no batteries needed since you charge it by hand. It’s available for $11.00. The Bear Baby Bath Thermometer helps to measure the baby’s (or your) tub temperature and automatically turns on when it hits the water. It floats, too, and is available for $12.00.
(Thanks, Fanny)
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Oberon S-Mode Series Watch
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Misc. Tech,
It’s been awhile since we heard from Tokyo Flash and see that they have another new watch to confuse us. Their Oberon S-Mode series has a stainless steel body with full face black mineral crystal lens. The blue LEDs are a bit simpler to read than some of their others, with the outer ring as the hour, the second showing minutes, and the inner one is minutes in groups of ten. Another button push and you get the date. At a size of 38 x 38 x 11 mm and a weight of 150g, the Oberon carries a price of ¥15,900 (~$159.25.)
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4-in-1 LED Light
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Transportation,
Here’s another multi-functional take along for your car or office. The 4-in-1 LED Light features adjustable lighting for emergencies and a laser pointer for waving down unscrupulous ETs. The magnetic base attaches to your dashboard or PC in case you work in a dark cubby. We guess the fourth usage must be the clip on the side to prove to everyone that you are not simply a nerd with only pencils in your pocket protector. The light is available for the mini-price of $5.99.
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WiFi Nike Dunks
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Wearables, Design, Internet, Wireless / WiFi,
We have seen lots of clothing for catching WiFi signals, so it is no surprise that Nike Dunks have the same built-in. Named “A Step in the Right Direction,” the sneakers were designed by MSTRPLN and Ubiq. There are 3 LEDs on the flap enclosure that will go solid when it registers a signal up to 50 meters. These are not the kind of shoes to wear on a rainy day, we suspect. Contact Nike for price and availability.
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Smart Dog Hub/Radio
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Music, Portable Audio / Video, USB,
Reminiscent of the iDog is this multi-function 4-port hub with built-in speaker and LED light. Decapitate the Smart Dog’s head and you have a portable radio (88Mhz - 108MHz) to keep you company on the road. USB 2.0 compliant, it has both an in and out 3.5mm audio jack. At a size of 8 x 7 x 6.5cm, the radio/head needs 2 AAA batteries (not included,) comes with earphones, and carries a price of $19.15.
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USB Flex Neck Light
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, PC / Laptop, Transportation, USB,
Great Point Light has a new traveling lamp for your laptop. Powered up by USB or batteries, use the Flex Neck 2 LED Light for books, cars, or other dark areas. The flexible neck makes it easy to turn away from those people on that flight to Europe that are trying to steal your trade secrets. We think it might also work when you are pretending to be deep in research in your cubicle, but are actually hitting the late night chat rooms. Get the flexible lamp for a mere $13.89.
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ReUSaBle Batteries
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, USB, Misc. Tech,
We want some! We still adore our eneloop batteries that we haven’t had to charge in months, even though we use them almost daily, but we really admire the ingenuity of the ReUSaBle Batteries. When their juice starts to drain, simply plug them into any USB port or 250mA Ni-MH charger. An LED will let you know the status of the charge. A pair of the 2 x AA size batteries (1.2V at 1450mAh) will cost you $19.15, well worth the amount considering that they will eventually save you money and the planet.
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Safe Kiss Breath Checker
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Misc. Tech, Science,
You have a big meeting after lunch, but wait! You had that Whopper with extra onions. Quick! Pop out your Safe Kiss Breath Checker to see if you need another tic tac. The gadget detects gas from your teeth and/or stomach and responds in 5 different colors on its LED display. At a size of 4.3 x 2.5 x 0.85cm and a weight of only 10.5g, the Checker uses a Li-battery for up to 150 uses. Clip it on your cellie or briefcase and you are good to go. Contact the Korean company Howard for pricing.
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