Tin Cans Make Noise

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Home Entertainment, PC / Laptop, Portable Audio / Video, Video Games,

Show off your designer attitude and, at the same time, your admiration of creative ingenuity. The company boosted mobile, which caters mostly to consumers ages 14 to 34, is offering its Limited Edition Tin Can Speaker Set (Volume One.) Only 400 were made, but each pair is compatible with most MP3 players (including iPods,) computers, TVs, and video game systems. Battery operated, they were created by street artists MINT (Mikhail Sokovikov,) SERF (Jason Wall), and Mainframe (Dean Bradley) as a showcase for their talents and are available for $99.99 a pair. We can hardly wait to see what Volume 2 will look like.

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Office Commando Makes Going Postal….Fun!

Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, Toys,

If you’re a 9 to 5’er, you undoubtedly have that one seemingly-calm-but-slightly-creepy co-worker—whom you know will one day bring an AK-47 to work and mow everyone down. Here’s your chance to be a good Samaritan and save lives. First, quietly befriend said co-worker, because he undoubtedly needs a pal. Then, during holiday season, gift him with the Office Commando, a toy office drone who’s mad as hell and isn’t gonna take it anymore. Use the pencil to move him around, shoot his gun and activate his catchphrases. Your new friend will love it—and more importantly live vicariously through it. Voila! You’ve saved yourself and your co-workers from certain death, and made a sociopathic new friend at the same time. All for $15 USD.

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The J. Lo USB Flash Drive, for “Brave” Ones Only

Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Music, PC / Laptop, Peripherals, Storage,

These days, making fun of Jennifer Lopez is the equivalent of shooting fish in a barrel. And the Latina diva is not doing herself any favors with this gadget she‘s endorsed. To promote the release of her new CD “Brave”, the multi-hyphenate, along with luxury cellphone company Gresso, released a limited edition 1GB flash drive, made of African mahogany and engraved with her initials.  The drive also includes a copy of “Brave.” Not so bad…until you discover the drive costs a whopping $70 USD! This writer actually likes some of Jenny’s songs and flicks (yeah, I said it), but feels the expectant mom is in serious need of an ego check.

Read More | Gresso via Luxist

The Tom Bihn Brain Cell - now better with memory foam

Posted by Sparky Categories: Accessories, Design, PC / Laptop,

We have written about Tom Bihn’s ultra-protective Brain Cell before, and were pleased to see this morning that the Brain Cell line has been updated with a memory foam lining which adds even more protection to the precious laptops they are designed to protect. The new strip of memory foam is nestled into the bottom of the Brain Cell - it’s the white layer shown in the picture to the right.

Memory foam plus the regular foam they use is better because it absorbs more energy due to its slower recovery than regular foam. The strip of memory foam at the bottom of the Brain Cell is an extra step and an extra layer of protection: should the case be dropped, the bottom of the foam sling will push into the memory foam instead of just air. If you have an expensive laptop and don’t have a case for it head over to Tom Bihn‘s website to pick up this $60 wonder bag to keep your laptop safe and sound from life’s little bumps and bruises.

Oh, and if you want to see how the bags are made, check out our Tom Bihn video tour.

Read More | Brain Cell Product Page

Zen Transmitter Unveiled

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Misc. Tech, Portable Audio / Video, Transportation,

With all the Apple hype, we seldom get to see accessories for Creative’s products. QDOS has designed an FM Transmitter for Zen V and Zen V Plus MP3 players. Find an available frequency, then hear your fave artists via your player through your car radio. The transmitter features a swivel holder, an LCD, and large keys to tune into your music. Plug it in to your cigarette lighter for a recharge. The device will soon be obtainable online for £39.99 (~$83.00.)

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Pioneer Offers Switchable Earbuds

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Music, Portable Audio / Video,

Pioneer has released their SE-CLX9 Canal-Phones with options. They come with 8 different sets of earbuds and pads so that you can vary the sound to different types of music. The nozzles include heavy bass, mild bass, standard, high tune and light tune. The buds feature an impedance of 32 ohms, playback frequency of 20 to 20000 Hz, and a pressure response of 105dB. With mini-plug and a cord length of 0.8 m, they weigh a mere 8 grams. Find them with an MSRP $199.00.

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Temporary Tattoos for the Geek in You

Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, Wearables,

We just told you about the Geek Awareness Bracelets from ThinkGeek, and now we’ve found another way to show your Geek Pride: tattoos! Whether you love video games, computer languages, emoticons, RPGs or all of the above (we know you’re out there), there’s a tattoo for you. We think they’re nerdy but endearing—much like the people they’re made for. Each hardcover book contains 16 tattoos and is available for only $7.25 USD.

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With Rhythm Sticks, Who Needs Drums?

Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, Music, Toys,

We’ve all played “air drummer” with imaginary drumsticks, or done a faux “rimshot” to a corny joke. With Rhythm Sticks, you can now do them for real. That’s because Rhythm Sticks make drum sounds just by hitting the air! Genius! Choose from a classical or electronic drum beat or a cymbal crash. Plus, the sticks’ tips light up, we presume for all you nocturnal drummers out there. Requires 4 AA batteries and an excuse to have fun. Available for $18 USD. Visit the website for a video demo.

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Aromatic Goodness with the USB Aroma Dispenser

Posted by Lolita Beckwith Categories: Accessories, USB, Smart Home, PC / Laptop,

Not too long ago we told you about the USB Fragrance Oil Drive, which when plugged in emits pre-designated scents. Now comes the similarly-themed USB Aroma Diffuser, a 2.5 inch “hot tray” that heats up any fragrance (or scented candle) placed in the tray. It comes equipped with an on/off switch, LED indicator, and the diffuser reaches a temperature between 52 and 65 degrees. Want to be known as the “cool, mellow one” at work? This is how you do it. Available for $17 USD. 

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Nokia Bluetooth Headset is Ergonmically Correct

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Accessories, Smartphones, Handhelds, Portable Audio / Video, Wireless / WiFi,

Nokia has unveiled their lightweight BH-101 at SEMA in Vegas this week. You can get up to 8 hours of talk time and 180 of standby on the Bluetooth headset. The ear piece can function with EDR 2.0, Handsfree v1.5, and Headset 1.1. It features an adjustable earloop for use on either side and Nokia reports that the headset will be out just in time for the holidays with an estimated €30 (~$43.00.) We find now that when we see folks walking around in public with an earpiece that they become as instantly annoying as those who speak extra loudly on their cell phones.

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