15, Jan 2009
De Fietsfabriek Bicycles From Holland

These cool utilitarian bicycles from Holland are basically the SUV’s and work horses of the Dutch. The bikes are now available in the USA, De Fietsfabriek USA (pronounced Da-feets-fa-breek) is making the bikes in Chicago. You can get the bikes customized to your liking and then shipped to you directly. …

12, Jan 2009
Viewsonic’s Tiny Square Computer – Mounts On Your Monitor

In an attempt to diversify it’s offerings (smart move) Viewsonic is entering the PC market (smart move?).  The differentiator with Viewsonic’s computers, the LinkPC and the ViePC, are that they are small and attach to the back of any VESA-compatible monitor.  Kina cool. The computers are powered by an Intel…

12, Jan 2009
Never Miss A Shot Again – The Casio EXILIM EX-FC100

Everyone that takes pictures has had it happen.  You see something happening and want to take a picture of it… but by the time you get your camera out, turn it on, and take the picture… it is too late.  The moment has passed. Casio seems to have the answer…

29, Dec 2008
Girlfriend Knee Pillow = WTF

For about $110 you can be the sad perverted proud owner of a “girlfriend knee pillow”.  The Japanese make some of the strangest things, and apparently have the ability to manufacture their ideas into reality.  Not sure who the target market for this is.  Is it the guy who just…

18, Dec 2008
Electric Wine bottle Opener

I am on the fence with this wine gadget.  I like wine… I like gadgets… but not 100% sure I like an electric wine opener gadget.  But… for the technology dork/wine lover in your life, check out the Oster 4207 electric wine opener.  For just over $20 (fair price) you…

18, Dec 2008
SnowBall Blaster Gun

Another toy, and one that I would own if I lived in a snowy area.  The SnowBall Blaster launches snow balls up to 80 feet using compressed energy. You can get one gun for about $60… or two for under $100.  I recommend two… much more fun that way.

17, Dec 2008
The Official High Times Pot Smokers Handbook

The folks at High Times have come out with a new book titled "The Official High Times Pot Smokers Handbook".  The handbook features 420 things to do when your’ e stoned… ha. The book includes jokes, recipes, history of marijuana, tips, destinations and more. Perfect gift for the stoner in…

4, Dec 2008
Apple’s New In-Ear Earphones

Apple finally came out with their new in-ear headphones and they are much better than the original Apple headphones.  The new Apple earbuds are powered by two speakers per ear and come with a remote and microphone that works with the iPod Nano 4G, iPod touch 2G, iPod Classic, and…

1, Dec 2008
Beer Dispenser With Built-In TV… Argh Argh

I have always wanted to have a cool bar in my house.  The v-POD beer dispenser pictured above would be a nice addition if I ever actually get that bar.  The v-POD dispenser has a built-in 10-inch LCD screen to entertain your bar patrons.  You could have the football game…

25, Nov 2008
Craftsman Nextec Hammerhead Automatic Hammer

Drive nails for a living… got carpal tunnel syndrome?  Check out the Craftsman Nextec Hammerhead Auto Hammer.  The Hammerhead uses a 12-volt lithium-ion battery to drives about 2000 impacts/minute and up to a 2.5-inch nail.  The hammer also has a retractable sleeve and a magnetic head so you can nail…