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Here’s an example of someone who took the idea of dispensing with your past on eBay to the extreme. Ian Usher will be auctioning his life on the site beginning June 22. His reason for doing so is that he wants to leave everything and begin again. The sale will include his house and all contents, as well as his car, motorcycle, and jet ski. He will even give you a one-time introduction to his friends and a chance to take over his job. That’s taking a break-up very seriously to go to such extremes, but since the man is a filmmaker he should get a fairly decent documentary out of the experience.
Read More 
| MSNBC
Gallery: Man Auctions Life on eBay
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Etch-A-Sketch Doubles as Clock
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Toys, Videos,
We have discovered many odd clocks at Gear Live and this prototype is no exception. Made out one of our fave toys, the Etch-A-Sketch Clock, built on the Arduino platform, was designed by the New York mechanical engineer Angela Yuan. When a minute goes by, the device tilts, shakes to remove the current display, and changes it to update the time. We think it is a novel idea and hope Ms.Yuan continues her creative streak.
Read More | Angela Yuan
Gallery: Etch-A-Sketch Doubles as Clock
Pandigital Photo Frame for Kitchens
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: HDTV, Smart Home, Misc. Tech,
Pandigital has been making digital photo frames for a while now and has just come out with one for your kitchen. This 720p HDTV includes a digital cookbook for those who want to see what dinner should actually look like. Wall mountable, it also comes with an under cabinet mount and stand for counters. When you want to use it for fun stuff, it will support JPEG, Motion JPEG, MPEG 1, MPEG 4 and AVI formats. With 512MB of memory, you can add to it with its 6-in-1 card reader. Think gourmet on this one with its price of $399.99.
Read More | Digital Tech News
Gallery: Pandigital Photo Frame for Kitchens
Alien Abduction Lamp to go into production
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Design, Smart Home, Misc. Tech, Science,
As you may recall, we introduced you to the Alien Abduction Lamp last year, a prototype designed by Lasse Klein complete with a pulsating beam. Now it turns out that because of the hype, this is one idea that has reached fruition. Although no date has been set for its sale and there is no final word on whether it will be made in plastic or metal and glass, we are pleased that it will be coming to market. New to the lamp will be human and bovine abductees, for it is well known that aliens love people and cows. We’ll keep you posted on when the UFO becomes available.
(Thanks, Lasse)
Read More | Abduction Lamp Product Page
Gallery: Alien Abduction Lamp to go into production
So you want to draw attention to yourself at work or have kids who just won’t quit. Try installing this Mini-Traffic Light. What better way to say coffee break or time out? At a size of 270 x 100 x 100mm and a weight of 290g, the light features an on/off switch and will handle 200/240 volts. We were also thinking it might be amusing if you lived on a corner and wanted to see the reaction of your neighbors. The lamp is available for a mere $16.00.
(Thanks, Fanny)
Read More | Gadget4all
Gallery: Turn on Mini-Traffic Light
Cuba To Permit Computers
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Home Entertainment, Smart Home, PC / Laptop,
Who knew something that we take for granted has been banned for years in other countries? Cuba is now allowing unrestricted sale of computers, DVD players and VCRs. They are also allowing air conditioners, toasters, and other small appliances after 2010, which were prohibited because of limited power resources. New pres Raul Castro said, “The country’s priority will be to meet the basic needs of the population, both material and spiritual.”
Ironically, even though the country is now free to buy computers, the government still controls Internet access.
Read More | Reuters
Gallery: Cuba To Permit Computers
When you are working those late hours, what better way to make your co-workers hate you than by turning on your Neon Smiley Face? At a size of 18 x 9cm, plug it in to your PC or Mac USB port and let it shine. We guarantee that you either make tons of new friends or those who will try to have you fired. The neon gadget is also available in “Bar” and “@,” although we are not quite sure of the desirability of the latter. Each carries a price of DKK 99,00 (~$21.00.)
Read More | Gadgets.dk
Gallery: Desktop Lamp is Mini-Neon
Therapy Station Covers Most of Your Senses
Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech,
A Korean company has developed a gadget that is practically a complete mini-spa. The LTK-2000 Therapy Station features 6 categories and 24 sounds to ease your stress. Brightly colored LEDs pop up and give you 5,000 lux to soothe your eyes. The system also purifies the air and provides you with three different types of cartridges for aromatherapy. About the only thing it won’t do is massage those achy finger muscles after a long day at the keyboard. The Therapy Station is available for 378,000 KRW (~$396.00.)
Read More | enfren (Korean) via technabob
Gallery: Therapy Station Covers Most of Your Senses
Wake up tomorrow to the sound of your own personal servant. The Butler Alarm Clock is available in a his or hers model and features over 150 wake-up calls. After a bit of chirping bird, a very English voice says such things as,
“Good Morning Sir, I’m so sorry to disturb you Sir, but it appears to be morning.”
The distinctive timepiece also has a 90-second relaxation message before you hit the sack. The best part is you don’t even have to pay him. You will, however, have to shell out $135.00 for the clock.
Read More | Bim Bam Banana
Gallery: Wake Up to Personal Butler Clock
If you really want to wow the neighbors, add a Tempest Gas Torch to your porch or patio. The effect is somewhat magical, for the flame inside the ceramic glass spirals around instead of simply flaring up. Recommended for mounting anywhere outside, Travis Industries is hoping that everyone will want their own Tempest. We dig the cleverness of the design and want to know what it will do with/to marshmallows. Contact them for price and availability.
Read More | Travis Industries
