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Regardless of how you feel about our governments massive power grab and warrantless spying on US citizens… this technology is pretty cool.  This tiny computer makes it much tougher for the NSA to spy on its users.  It starts off as a tiny Raspberry Pi computer and adds a USB WiFi adapter for TOR access.  You can buy this DIY kit with everything you need for just $95 here.

After it’s built, using it is easy-as-pie. First, plug the Ethernet cable into any Internet provider in your home, work, hotel or conference/event. Next, power up the Pi with the micro USB cable to your laptop or to the wall adapter. The Pi will boot up and create a new secure wireless access point called Onion Pi. Connecting to that access point will automatically route any web browsing from your computer through the anonymizing Tor network.

A unique bike shop in San Francisco, Rock The Bike, had one of their bikes stolen recently.  The bike is named Mundo 500 which means “heavy bike”.  The Mundo 500, like the bike shop, is unique in that it is a work bike.  In other words it can be used to generate electric power from the cyclists pedaling.

Paul Freedman, Rock the Bike’s founder did his own investigative work all over SF and was rewarded with a tip.  They found the bike locked up in a different neighborhood.  Watch the video after the break for the unique recovery mission.  Including pedal power providing the electricity…

This Kreepsville 666 Cleaver Clutch is probably more effective than pepper spray as a deterrent.  If I saw a woman walking down the street with this Cleaver Clutch in hand I would most likely cross the street.  Perfect for Halloween or when you are rocking the vampire look.

Trying to sneak alcohol into concerts, sporting events, and cruise ships is getting next to impossible.  Backpacks and purses are being searched and pockets are being frisked.  I personally think this is a violation of rights.  However, as long as people are willing to put up with these overreaching searches, they will continue. 

So enough of the negative bits.  On to the sneaky bits.  The iFlask Smartphone flask will make sneaking 4-ounces of your favorite libation much easier.  Not enough booze for you?  Add a realistic looking digital camera flask that carries another 5-ounces of liquid.  Have fun and don’t drink and drive.

So you are at your favorite watering hole and order up a cold Budweiser.  If you live in Brazil, the Budweiser might show up in The Buddy Cup.  The Budweiser Buddy Cup allows you to link to others, via Facebook, by simply clinking the cups together.

First you have to allow your cell phone to share your Facebook profile with the chip that is embedded in the Buddy Cup.  After that, a simple “cheers” moment links you that person.  Cool and scary at the same time.  Watch the Budweiser promo video for the Buddy Cup after the break.

Ever been at an event where the minute you go to the restroom your seat is taken by some stranger?  Problem solved.  Just put one of these on your seat and it will be waiting for you when you return.   This fake spilled cup of coffee is well worth the $24.99 when at a packed concert or game.

Some of us lucky men, think Tom Selleck, can sport the hairy chest look without the aid of a printed sweater.  For you unlucky fellows, think Justin Bieber, there is a sweater that will take you from boy to man in an instant.

This Hairy Chest Sweater ($62) comes printed with thick luxuriant chest hair and a gold chain.  Get yours now and cover that embarrassingly hairless body.  Don’t let the man-scapers slow you down.

If you work in a open office or cubicle environment you may want to consider using the Air Mail Launcher instead of email for certain messages.  The paper is mail themed and sit next to a mini catapult.

Crumple up your letter, pop it in the catapult, and launch away.  Up to 15-feet in fact.  Launch pad measures 5 inches long x 3.5 inches wide x 2.75 inches tall.  Plastic.  Set of 500 sheets.

I know, this isn’t technically a gadget related post.  But it is Friday and we all need a laugh.  The woman at 2:03 is by far my favorite.  Watch the Drive Thru Headless Prank Video after the break…