The Player that makes me make an exception

In the market for portable DVD players, I never found any compelling reason to buy such a unit. After all with iPods, iPhones who needs needs a giant unit to watch video plus worry about carrying additional DVDs, charge, weight etc. etch. In the case of iLuv's i1155 I have to set aside all my such feelings. This 8.4 inch portable multimedia player (16:9 aspect ratio) TFT LCD for iPod and DVD exudes sleek slim audio-video experience. Its only iPod video compatible with touch sensitive control with internal iPod housing and charging, rechargeable battery. US$249.99 might be cheaper on the internet.

[iLuv Portable Multimedia Player for your iPod and DVDs]

I chase you, You chase me - Laser toy for the grown ups

The Deluxe Laser Challenge Pro Set is nothing but a cool geek toy suitable for both kids and adults alike. You could say it is laser tag brought to the 21st centruy. "Each set contains two blasters pistols, loaded with features - most importantly the LCD Screen which shows your remaining ammo and how many times you've been hit. Want to heft something a little bigger? Lock on the barrel extender and slide on the scope, and now you're holding a blaster rifle." You can play in "Deathmatch" mode (everyone can hit everyone) or in "Team Play" mode. You don't even have to wear any dorky vests. The guns keeps track of the hits. The best part of it is the price. US$49.99. Someone please buy me one of these, please!!!

[Deluxe Laser Challenge Pro Set]

Auto wireless upload of your pictures direct from your camera with Eye-Fi

This 2GB SD memory card is not your typical SD card. The sweetness to this memory card is that is has built-in Wi-Fi capability that allows it to connect to a pre-configured wi-fi hotspot and upload full resolution jpeg pictures stored on it to your pc and/or many of the social sites out there. You configure all the parameters through a software configuration tool and after that each time it comes in range of the configured network it connects to the services and uploads all the pictures. You however cannot selectively upload only certain pictures it will do the whole set. Supports sharing and printing websites, including Fotki, Shutterfly, dotPhoto, webshots, phanfare, Picasa Web albums, flickr, TypePad, Wal-Mart, snapfish, VOX, smugmug, facebook, photobucket, Kodak Gallery, and Sharpcast. US$100

[Eye-Fi]

Yet another cable tamer

In the ever expanding cable organizer market we have another entrant, The Cable YoYo. "Cableyoyo is an empty spool around which you wrap your existing cord. It will take any cord up to 5mm in diameter, and this covers all low voltage chargers, USB, firewire, data and telephone cables." Despite its thin-factor and pocket portability, I simply cannot overlook the fact that it might completely cover both outlets of the wall. One can stick it to surfaces with adhesive and swivel. I am indifferent about it. US$4.95

[Cableyoyo]

This pen is indeed mighter than the sword

The Inka Pen is made with high-strength aerospace-grade stainless steel which is hardened then CNC machined and then laser engraved. Its lightweight and watertight. "The pressurized ink cartridge ensures the pen will write wet or dry at any angle, any temperature, and any altitude". Can be used in short length or full-length and even has a PDA stylus. US$20 for stainless steel or US$50 for Titanium version.

[Inka Pen]

Wireless device charging for your gizmos

WildCharge accompanied by device adapters for your specific device, provides you with a wireless charging solution. In simple terms it is a pad upon which you lay your device that has adapters attached. These adapters have certain contact points, that make contact when laid on the charging pad. Regardless how you lay your device on the pad, your device battery is charged through such contact method. Gone are the days of needing to plug in all the charging cables of your various gizmos. Currently on Motoroal RAZR, and iPod Nano 2G adapters are available. However the manufacturer promises release of Blackbery and other popular devices in early 2008. US$89.99 for charging pad with each adapter going for US$34.99.

[WildCharge]

Mophie iPhone juice extender - gotta have

Mophie Juice Pack for the iPhone is an external thin factor battery for the iPhone. It is a rechargable lithium ion battery pack that connects directly to the iPhone's dock port. Very nice features, "Rubber inserts and soft-touch finishes", "Integrated iPhone holder", Uses the same charging cable that comes with the iPhone to charge the battery and iPhone, "Intelligent Power Distribution", "4 Light LED Battery Status Indicator". All this for only US$99.00. I say this is a steal of a deal. It is touted to

[Mophie iPhone/iTouch juice pack]

Finally a battery caddy worthy of its name

Finally instead of using a plastic index card box to store my stash of various batteries, I found these nifty caddies. These Personal Battery Caddy from tools aviation. They come in various configuration & color, allowing you to hold combination of battery types or one type of batteries. These come in 'Original Glow in the Dark', 'A9 Pack', 'DC Pack', '12 Pack', and 'Slim Line' versions. Prices vary depending on configuration but generally range between US$6 to US$19.

[Personal Battery Caddy]

Untangle your corded life - CorgHog

This rubbery CordHog, with its 2inches diameter body can beat 12 feet of wire in submission, by allowing you to wrap around its body. Here is a How-to. They come if numerous colors (transparent, blue, red, etc.). US$6.00 for a pack of 6.

[CorgHog]

Stocking stuffer for the DIY-er in your life: Space Nice robot kit

This eight legged Space Nine star explorer robot kit is a DIY kid's play heaven. Remote controlled by an infrared transmitter you can control its moves and turns. Space Nine can walk on rough surfaces, turn left and right, and even cross rocks. The kit comes in two DIY flavors - Non Solder and Solder versions. Requires basic hand tools to assemble the parts. Solder version requires soldering iron and solder. Costs US$34.95

[Space Nine Robot Kit]

55 Essential Articles Every Serious Blogger Should Read

Composed by Matt Huggins these entry lists 55 excellent articles for every newbie to expert blogger. These are must read in my opinion. The articles are divided into several categories, which are:
Blogging Basics: Getting Started
Building Meaningful Content
Increasing Traffic & Retaining Readers
Linkbaiting, SEO, & Social Networks
Building a Community
Blog Monetization
Miscellaneous Blogging Advice

[55 Essential Articles Every Serious Blogger Should Read]

decTop $100 form factor small Computer

decTOP is a fanless personal computer that weighs in at 3 pounds and runs off of 8 watts of power. It comes without any operating systems but supports Windows CE and any flavor of Linux. Although it comes with low level specs (128 MB RAM, 10 GB hard drive, 366 MHz processor), its hard drive and RAM are both upgradeable. If you're looking for a cheap computer for the kiddies, a Linux server, or to create a remotely controlled torret server or internet communication center, then this is for you. Contains 128MB SDRAM / 10GB HDD, V.92 modem / Ethernet, 4 USB / VGA Video Out (up 1600x1200), Microphone In (audio in) / Headphone Out (audio out). Sells for US$100 and includes a mouse and keyboard.

[decTop]

Tentacular Geek Dream USB Hub

Don't blame me if you get funny looks or people pointing at you and calling you a geek. Forget the plant or flower arrangement on your desk, instead get this tentacular USB Hub from Ora-Ito. It comes with LaCie Hub; USB fan; USB light; 2 x USB 2.0 cables; 1 x USB 2.0 cable; 2 x USB 2.0 cables; 2 x FireWire 6-to-6 pin; 1 x FireWire 4-to-6 pin; USB extension cable; FireWire extension cable; external power supply; Quick Install Guide. US$95 I am proud to be a Geek.

[Ora-Ito Tentacular USB Hub]

Oval Nightlighter Flashlight

If you don't mind carrying about a yellow bulky flashlight, then this Oval Flashlight called Nightlighter is just the thing. In the least it is certainly a conversation starter and shines area around your feet and the ahead. Now if someone could combine this with one of those dog leash handles. US$26.95. I'll save my money for something else.

[Nightlighter Flashlight]

MiniCards - Increase your name / brag factor

MiniCards are little cards photos or designs on one side, and textual details on the other. They are like little calling-cards; cards you hand out to keep in touch with friends, or new people you meet (did someone say pickup lines?). The image side of each card can be different, so if you are making a MiniCard 100 pack, you can choose up to 100 different photos (upload, or get from various photos sharing sites like Flickr) or text designs to put on your cards. US$16.99 for 100 cards.

[MiniCards - Moo]

A sexy way to display your iPod, iPhone, or other digital devices

Got your shiny new iPhone or iPod, want to show it off or give it a prime spot on your desk? Why not do it in style with the PED2 from thoughtout.biz The elegant design of the PED is not only compatilble with iPod but many other devices too, including the iPhone. While the PED2 works with every generation full size iPod it also works with the iPod mini and Nano (optional Nkit required for the nano). Not only does it cradle all of these devices bare, it will also work all with a case or skin too. Cable management provided by the rubber grommet allows the PED2 to keep your sync and charge cables where they are needed and ready for easy use, not on the floor or behind your desk. Formed from steel, not plastic. The PED2 will is a stable fixture on your desk. I want one. Comes in black US$44.99 or white US$39.99

[PED2]

Handel-It your prescious MacBook

Handle-it by Case-mate is the ultimate fashion to carry your Apple notebook virtually anywhere. Designed exclusively for the MacBook & constructed of resilient aircraft aluminum (in either black or white). It is accented with Case-mate’s trademark embossed, Italian Pebblestone leather for added style and comfort while carrying. In use, it doubles converts to a passive heat sink which folds underneath the laptop allowing better airflow and promoting cooling. US$49.00 is fashionable worthy. Pair this is one of the colorful Sleeves you got an all around protection. Sleeves for go $99.99 each.

[Handle-it]

A revolution to your grocerry list

Everyone needs to do grocerry shopping and everyone needs to make a list for such shopping. Gone are the days of little scraps of paper for listing over the weeks or having to copy your list from a dry erase board sticking on your fridge, thanks to SmartShopper you can digitize your list. You speak your item into this gizmo, it recognizes your voice and adds the said item to a list in its memory. When you are ready to go shopping simply print out the list and go. The creator uses a catch phrase Say it, Print it, Go get it. Check out the site. The US$149.00 price tag is well worth the investment.

[SmartShopper]

Share some love with online Screen-casting

Screencast-O-Matic provides an invaluable service for FREE. They allow you to create a screen cast (an animation of your computer screen that you would like to share, complete with audio). You can do this without needing to install any software and they even host your screencast for you. You can make it public or keep it private. They even allow you to export your screencast to quicktime. Where have this been all my life. No need to spend hours trying to explain screens to the other party anymore. Simply screencast it. Check out this Netintrigues screecast.


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Be your own social billboard

Wear your cause on your sleeve literally. Reactee is a either a marvelous concept or a social suicide. This service allows you to pick a slogan, also allows people to text message a particular keyword to 41411, and then receive a custom response message that you set. In essence you become the social billboard for your own social, personal, or global cause. You pay for ordering the T-shirt (comes is about 6 pre-set colors with numerous sizes for men and women), the service itself doesn't have any charge (standard messaging applies)

[Reactee]