22, Apr 2009
The Bandai Noodle Waterslide

Just when I thought the economy was getting rougher and manufacturers would get smart about not producing goofy stuff that no one needs… Bandai proves me wrong with a noodle waterslide. “It’s basically a slide for "nagashi somen," thin somen noodles that are served in a stream of water. The…

21, Apr 2009
Bacon + Chocolate = Vosges Chocolates

You may have noticed that the folks at Gadget King are a bit obsessed with bacon.  And how can you improve upon the perfection that is bacon?  Add chocolate?  Not exactly sure if that is a great idea, but will reserve judgment until I sample one of these flying pigs.…

20, Apr 2009
Gadget King – Reserve Tank Wine Glass

The super sleuths at GadgetKing.com are having a tough time figuring out if this product is real… or just a design spoof. Either way, the general idea behind this weird looking Glass Tank is that it stores extra wine in the huge bulb on top and keeps your tilted wine…

20, Apr 2009
Mokai Jet Propelled Kayak

Gadget King likes this gadget and isn’t above begging for a sample. (Dear Mokai, please send us a product sample for a detailed review, pleeeeaaase.)  Enough of the shameless begging. The folks at Mokai have created a kayak that goes from good old fashioned human power to a jet-propelled kayak…

20, Apr 2009
RoboCup Golf Ball Return Works On Real Putting Greens

“You can only improve your game so much by putting into a coffee cup or one of those fancy ball return machines in your office. So the RoboCup is designed to fit inside the hole on an actual putting green, allowing you to practice on the real thing all day…

17, Apr 2009
Mypressi TWIST – Super Portable Espresso Machine

I’m writing to introduce you to a sleek, sexy and brand new little espresso machine – the mypressi TWIST. Weighing in at just 16 ounces, the TWIST is the latest handheld machine to hit the market and will be available at retail later this year. Notably different from other handheld…

17, Apr 2009
Remote Controlled Car Lights Up And Breakdances

Pretty cool R/C car that break dances and reminds me of the flea market.  Ghetto fabulous. “This remote-controlled light-up remote control car does something that other RC cars can’t do: It transforms into a body-popper, slamming itself against walls, and flipping, windmilling. Not sure whether it does the coffee grinder…

17, Apr 2009
12 Gauge Shot Glasses

If you want your next party to go off with a bang (sorry couldn’t resist) get yourself some 12 Gauge Shot Glasses to go with your AK-47 Ice Bullets. You can find the cool red ones here for about $20 per glass.  Or get a “not as cool” looking set…

16, Apr 2009
Tape Cassette-To-MP3 Player, Novac MV-CM001U

Not sure why anyone would need a gadget that converts old tape cassettes to MP3 files… but then again I know nothing.  The Novac MV-CM001U is a wooden box that converts older style tape cassettes to MP3 with the simple push of a button.  I can only find this beast…

16, Apr 2009
WL-01A Cool LED Watch With No Screen

Hironao Tsuboi crafted a faceless watch… or at least a watch with a non typical screen.  The time is displayed on the band with LED’s.  To display the time you simply push a button.  No word on price or availability yet… you can see it here.