27, Nov 2013
Roadie Tuner For Speedy Guitar Tuning

My musical ears aren't the type that can tune a guitar without any tools/tuners.  Sure there are plenty of guitar tuning tools and even apps for your smartphone.  If you want to speed up the process check out this Kickstarter tool, the Roadie Tuner.  The Roadie Tuner ($79) pairs a…

20, Nov 2013
Mr. Frost Melting Snowman

This little snowman comes as a complete kit with the snow (aka putty), scarf, hat, eyes, arms, and a nose.  The best part is that you can build and watch him melt over and over.  Cute gift that won't break the bank.  Get your Mr. Frosty Melting Snowman for about…

Retro Flip Clock
8, Nov 2013
Retro Flip Clock

Some of you older folks might remember the mechanical flip clocks of the past.   Well, I do and I miss the simple high contrast clocks.  This Retro Flip Clock will make a great addition to any desk and is sure to start a few conversations.  Yours for just $38 here.…

iPin Audio Jack Laser
31, Oct 2013
iPin Mobile-Powered Laser Pointer Presenter for iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5

This clever gadget, the iPin, takes up almost no space on your iPhone and gives you a laser for presentations or just playing with your cat. The iPin laser inserts inside the audio jack and is controlled by the free iPin App. Power for the laser is drawn from the…

Desktop Punching Bag
6, Oct 2013
Desktop Punching Bag

The Stress Buster Desktop Punching Ball should help keep you out of the HR office.  No need to  take your anger out on  your unruly manager.  This red desktop punching bag can be used at home or in the office.  A needle and hand pump are included to fill the…

24, Sep 2013
GloveBucket Lets You Stay Clean While Doing Dirty Jobs

If you have to tackle a smaller dirty job and don’t want to change in to your grubby clothes, the GloveBucket might be the right tool for you.  The GloveBucket is a 5-gallon (19-liter) high density polyethylene bucket with a removable clear acrylic lid and two roudn holes on the…

Garmin Forerunner 220 and 620
16, Sep 2013
Garmin Forerunner 220 And 620 Can Predict Your Race Times

Garmin’s latest Forerunner watches, the 220 and 620, are a huge leap for runners and walkers.  Both watches have a one-inch color screen providing clear visuals and alerts.  Both Forerunner watches can also synch with your computer or smartphone via Bluethooth, and the 620 can also connect with WiFi.  The…

emergency meow button
13, Sep 2013
Emergency Meow Button Review

Sometimes … you just need to Meow.  Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, this easy to use meow button will immediately allow you to vocalize whatever angst, sorrow or stress you are feeling about him, her, it, them or yourself.  I’ve used it about 20 times in…

28, Aug 2013
Japanese Show Pranks Guy With Velociraptor Dinosaur

The only thing better than American game shows are Japanese game shows.  Apparently Japan isn't a litigious country because they really aren't afraid to torture people on their shows.  Where do you think our show Wipeout came from?  Japan. This clip (after the break) shows what happens when you release…

Apple TV Updates
27, Aug 2013
Apple TV Update Brings Disney, VEVO, and More

If you have Apple TV look for the over-the-air update that will bring some pretty cool new apps including Disney Channel, Disney XD, The Weather Channel, VEVO Music Videos, and Smithsonian.  The one catch, which isn’t anything new, is that you will have to be a cable subscriber to these…