Diana 3-4-2008 10:04
Latest Gadgets
A [b]gadget[/b] is a [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tool]device[/url] or an [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Appliance]appliance[/url] that has a useful specific practical purpose and function but is often thought of as a [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Novelty]novelty[/url].Gadgets are invariably considered to be more unusually or cleverlydesigned than normal technology at the time of their invention. Gadgetsare sometimes also referred to as [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gizmo]gizmos[/url].
Diana 3-4-2008 10:06
Ambient Forecasting Umbrella
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/ambient_umbrella.jpg[/img]
The utilitarian umbrella has received a lot of upgrades throughout theyears. It's been made smaller and larger, lighter, stronger, easier toopen, easier to close and even [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/travelpower/9260/]glowing[/url].The Ambient Forecasting Umbrella, however, has received the ultimateupgrade - it's been made smarter. It tells you when you need to take italong with you.
This umbrella has been injected with some wonderful technologyin the handle. A built-in wireless receiver gets a daily weatherforecast from Accuweather.com, and blue LEDs will flash to let you knowif the forecast is rain or snow.The LEDs located at the bottom of the handle will flash in proportionto the chance of precipitation for your area; if there is a 100%chance, it will flash quickly, and if a 10% chance, it will flashslowly.
The umbrella itself is also incredibly well made. When opened, theumbrellas 58" dual-canopy "gust buster" design resists strong windgusts and keeps you fully sheltered from precipitation. Easypush-button opening action and full length storage sleeve with wriststrap.
[list][*]Blue LEDs in the handle indicate when rain or snow is expected[*]Receives weather data for 150 U.S. locations from Accuweather.com[*]Top quality "gust buster" canopy design[*]Network signal and low battery indicator lights[*]Takes a single "C" size battery (not included)[*]Dimensions: 41 1/2" L x 58" Diameter (it is a large umbrella)[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:07
Micro Spy Remote
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/ninja_remote_new.jpg[/img]
Welcome to your debriefing, Mr. Blond. This mission is especiallydelicate so we've had R devise a new gadget for you. Its code name isM-3904-DD920-8903B, but you may call it the Micro Spy Remote. Thislittle universal remote is the newest (secret) weapon in your arsenalto confuse hoards of TV viewers and perhaps save the free world as weknow it. In seconds (just hold the mute button until the TV targetmutes), you can take control of almost any television set, thuspreventing S.M.U.S.H. propaganda from brainwashing what the Americansso cleverly refer to as "couch potatoes" (though, really, would anyonenotice?)The Micro Spy Remote's powers will work on a wide variety oftelevisions (Sony, Panasonic, Samsung, Toshiba, Sanyo, Aiwa,Mitsubishi, Philips, JVC, Sharp, etc) and its small size will safeguardyou against discovery. Remember, Agent 002, if you are caught, theDepartment will not save you. You are on your own. Good luck, Mr.Blond.
[list][*]Tiny Universal remote, easy to operate[*]Control volume, channel, mute, off/on[*]Takes one CR2032 battery (included)[*]Will work on most European TVs[*]Keychain attachment[*]Dimensions: 2.3" x 1.4" x .25" (5.8 x 3.6 x .6 cm)[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:08
Tengu
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/tengu.jpg[/img]
There is a philosophy in Japan with regards to electronics that a newbit of gadgetry doesn't exactly have to be practical to be useful. Oneonly has to look at their total embrace of household robotics to seethe truth of it. Their approach to gadgetry is to develop the productfirst, then create the need for it.
For example - here we have a cute little white plastic brick with aface made of LEDs. The tiny microphone in the base picks up sounds inthe room, whether it's music, or your loudmouth boss, and makes hismouth move in time. It's like he's lip synching to the song! Kinda likeBritney, only much much smaller, and probably smells better.
He's USB powered, so plug him in to any powered USB port, set himnear your favorite sound-source, and your little buddy will perform foryou all day long!
Features[list][*]USB Powered[*]Microphone in the base detects sound[*]LED face moves to the music[*]Seven different faces to fit any mood[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:09
USB Mug Warmer & Hub
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/cafe_pad_hub.jpg[/img]
At ThinkGeek World Headquarters, like most office environments,available USB ports are often in short supply. It seems like there'salways someone wandering the halls asking if there's a spare USB hubaround. Often, the answer is 'no,' and a decision must be made:disconnect the USB Mug Warmer and watch as my coffee gets cold, or notconnect my thumb drive with all my work on it?
Why be forced into an obviously impossible dilemma, when there's theUSB Mug Warmer Hub? Not only do you get a warming pad, perfect forkeeping your hot caffeinated beverage hot, but you get 4 extra USBports to attach your other devices.
It works with metal mugs, glass mugs and ceramic mugs, but metal mugs work best as they conduct heat better. [color=red][b]Even though the packaging says 'do not use' with glass or ceramic, but trust us - it works just fine.[/b][/color] Chalk it up to bad translation, I guess.
[list][*]USB 1.1 up to 12Mbps[*]Heats up to 80 degrees celcius[*]110mm wide by 110mm deep. 120mm high.[*]Insulative section (metal part) diameter 72mm[*]Weight 110 grams[*]Cable length 148cm[*]On/off switch with LED indicator[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:09
USB Drink Chiller & Warmer
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/apex_usb_chiller.jpg[/img]
It's perfect and it's simple - a hotplate powered by USB keeps yourcoffee warm. But if Alton Brown has taught us anything is that we hatea single-use tool. That, and, sometimes we like our caffeine servedcold. No problem, 'cause we've got you covered!
Just flip a switch, and the hot-plate turns into a peltier device,quickly cooling to 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celcius). Sweet! Bymaintaining optimum temperatures for your caffeine delivery system, youcan enjoy increased work productivity and nice twitchy gaming reflexes.
Just know that it's not powerful enough to chill a room temperaturedrink, or warming cold coffee - that kind of ability is sneakingdangerously close to x-factor mutant ability! It will, however, delaythe inevitable march towards room temperature.
Shiny and jet-black, so it also looks wicked-cool on your desktop.
Features[list][*]Connection via USB[*]Coldplate chills to 45˚F[*]Hotplate warms to 120˚F[*]Helps keeps your beverage at optimum temperature[*]USB cable length: 2 feet[*]Power consumption: 5.75W[*]Dimensions: 5.25" x 3.25" x 1.4"[*]Bawls and Coffee not included[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:10
Wireless 7-Day Weather Forecaster
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/wireless_7day_weather_forecaster.jpg[/img]
This handy wireless weather forecaster gives you important data whereand when you need it. Running on a free wireless network spanning thecontinental USA it works virtually anywhere and requires no set-up. The7-Day Weather Forecaster gives you a weeks worth of detailed weatherpredictions from AccuWeather.com. Put one in your bedroom for thatearly morning injection of data, or gift one to your Aunt who can'tseem to shut off the weather channel. Youget continuous display of weather forecast data for 150 U.S. locationsfrom AccuWeather.com — no PC or internet connection required. Now youcan always know daily high and low temperature, precipitation, windspeed and direction, UV index, pollen, and air qualiity alerts. TheBack-light changes color to indicate temperature at a glance. Use yourForecaster on a table or desk (stand included), or on a wall(hook-compatible). No sensors or setup required - just add batteries (4AA, not included).
[b]Product Features[/b]
[list][*]Provides 7-Days Worth of Weather Forecasts from AccuWeather.com[*]Pollen and air quality alerts[*]Easy to use, no setup or sensors required[*]Glanceable color shifting backlight indicates the temperature[*]Auto-synchronized clock - never needs setting.[*]Put an AccuWeather.com forecast anywhere you need it[*]Uses 4 AA Batteries (not included)[*]Comes with optional 120V AC Power Adapter[*]Product Dimensions - 7.75" x 7.75" x .75"[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:11
USB Microscope - QX5
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/computer-microscope.jpg[/img]
This computer microscope allows you to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary for hours of fun and learning. View specimens collected around the house, backyard, your desk, or the fridge. Look at the micro-printing on a dollar bill or examine the traces on your motherboard. This microscope provides you an easy way to zoom in on a wide variety of objects to satisfy your curiosity of the world around you. Ever wondered what lint looks like or the mold growing on your week-old bagels? Now you can find out.
Simple plug and play operation with included software that allows you to magnify objects and view them on your PC up to 200X and take snapshots and time-lapse movies. You can also manipulate images with drawing and painting tools. The QX5 microscope is detachable from the stand to allow you to get closer to large objects.
The USB Microscope QX5 has these great features:
[list][*]Take snapshots, video, and time-lapse movies[*]3 magnification levels - 10X, 60X, and 200X[*]Super-brite LED lighting for bright top and bottom illumination[*]Video playback at 15 frames/sec[*]Resolution of 640x480[*]Software works with Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP[*]Handheld mode allows for expanded viewing possibilities[*]Comes with: Microscope,USB cable, Stand, Specimen Jars, Sample Slide,Tweezers, Eye Dropper, Slide Clip, and Software CD-ROM[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:12
Nabaztag Wifi Smart Rabbit
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/nabaztag_animation.gif[/img]
So you are probably wondering if a rabbit can really be "smart"? Wellthis bunny can teach you tai chi, read your e-mail, report the weatheror stock market, pull RSS feeds and tell you the time. We'd say that'spretty smart - but he's also got personality. Nabaztag can move hisears, play music, talk and whistle, and his body can show off hundredsof colors and special patterns of light. Sometimes he will even havehis own random things to say, as long as you can put up with his moods!
Okay, so Nabaztag is smart [i]and[/i] has personality - but whatabout interpersonal skills? Can he relate well to you and otherrabbits? Well, Nabaztag can marry another rabbit - that's right -copying the other rabbit's movements, sounds and lights. Move yourNabaztag's ears and its spouse's will too. And as far as friendship,Nabaztag can let you know when you have a new e-mail, read you today'sheadlines or give you his opinion of the previous week. But be carefulbecause he is uncompromising - if he thinks that he didn't receiveenough messages he might be unhappy.
And that's just the beginning, because the world of Nabaztag isexpanding all the time. Before long this brainy bunny will be able toreceive traffic updates, alert you when you have SMS messages, tell youif your train is running late and broadcast 'Nabcasts' from fellowsubscribers. The possibilities are truly endless.
[list][*]Nabaztag is easily configured and customized through a Web browser[*]Free and subscription services available [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/8301/detail/][see list][/url][*]Receives messages sent from the web or via e-mail[*]Can optionally receive delayed messages (use as a reminder)[*]Ears move, body lights up, talks, plays music and more[*]Works with Wi-fi (802.11 b or g)[*]Dimensions: 9" x 5.3" x 5.3" (23cm x 13.5cm x 13.5cm) with ears[*]Includes: Nabaztag, power adapter, quickstart manual[*][b]Now available![/b] [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/8301/images/1918/]Nabaztag/tag[/url] - featuring a built-in microphone so you can talk to Nabaztag [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/8301/detail/#tag][details][/url][/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:13
Wi-Spy Spectrum Analyzer
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/wi_spy.jpg[/img]
As the 2.4 GHz ISM Band becomes more popular (and more congested)interference from non-Wifi devices can seriously degrade Wi-Fiperformance.Wi-Spy is the world's smallest 2.4 GHz spectrum analyzer, and hasbeen designed specifically for troubleshooting and analyzing Wi-Finetworks. It shows the signal strength for all Wi-Fi networks as wellas Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz cordless phones, microwaves, Zigbee, and allother 2.4 GHz transmitters. Ata glance you can see what Wi-Fi channels are quiet and what channelsyou should avoid if possible. This makes it easy to pick a quietchannel for your access point instead of picking your favorite numberbetween 1 and 11.
The original Wi-Spy software was good, but the new and improvedChanalyzer 2.0 software features a completely redesigned interface thatpresents a more clear and concise view of your wireless landscape.Combined with the Wi-Spy spectrum analyzer, Chanalyzer will help youvisualize, troubleshoot, and optimize your wireless network.
[list][*]Helps you identify wi-fi interference[*]Frequency range is 2.400 - 2.485 GHz[*]Record/playback data traces[*]Frequency/amplitude marker[*]Spectral, Topographic, and Planar Views[*]View the [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/files/user-guide.pdf]user manual[/url][*][b]New[/b] Wi-Spy software available [url=http://metageek.net/software.php]here[/url] (Windows and Mac OS X)[*]Linux software download is [url=http://www.kismetwireless.net/wispy.shtml]here[/url][/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:16
Ironkey
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Thumb drives are a convenient and cool way to carry around yourdata, and with drive sizes in the gigabytes, you can store a ton ofphotos, files, music, and video in a very tiny space. Unfortunately,due to their small sizes, they are targets for information thieves.
Think about it - all that personal data - your resume, email, password-files, and pictures of your girlfriend [b][i](wink)[/i][/b]can be picked up and copied and returned before you even noticed it wasmissing. You want to have this data handy, but handy for [b]you[/b] and not for that scumbag down the hall with the sticky fingers.
Like you, the US Military wanted portable but secure storage, andthe guys at IronKey stepped up. They've developed the perfect solutionthat's one-part thumb-drive, and two parts [i]Mission: Impossible[/i].Their thumb drives hold up to 4 Gigabytes of data, but includes ahardware encryption chip that scrambles the data so as to be completelyunreadable without a password.
Passwords [i]can[/i]be hacked, but not the IronKey. It's built to withstand attacks bothvirtual and physical. 10 incorrect password attempts, and theencryption chip self-destructs, making the contents of the flash drivetotally unreadable. The contents of the drive are filled with epoxy, soif a hacker tries to physically access the chips, he'd more likelydamage them instead. Even if he did get access to the memory chips,they'd be worthless without the encryption chip. Electron-shielded,even a scanning electron microscope can't get inside.
Applications built right onto the IronKey help keep your personaldata safe. For example, the password manager keeps your passwords safe.How? Your passwords are securely stored in a hidden hardware-encryptedarea inside the device (and not in the drive's file system), beingfirst locally encrypted with 256-bit AES, using randomly generated keysencrypted with a SHA-256 hash of your device password. All of this datais then doubly encrypted with 128-bit AES hardware encryption. Hack [b]that[/b].
A secure copy of Firefox included with your IronKey encrypts yourbrowsing session through a VPN tunnel to IronKey's Secure SessionsService. It works by tunneling your entire web browsing communicationsthrough the Tor-based Secure Sessions proxy on your IronKey. The SecureSessions tunnel connects over an encrypted connection to their networkrouting servers, which in turn route your traffic between a number ofservers, and then eventually out to your destination website. Thisapproach protects your identity and your confidentiality, encryptingand anonymizing your Web surfing on almost any network or VPN (virtualprivate network).
These drives have already seen duty in Afghanistan, keeping USMilitary secrets safe from unsavory people. They're certainly goodenough even for your most sensitive data.
All this goodness is demoed [url=https://www.ironkey.com/demo]here[/url]. Go check it out!
IronKey - The Bottom-Line[list][*]Fast 30MBPS Read, 20MBPS Write[*]Drive contents encrypted with AES CBC-Mode Encryption[*]Onboard IronKey Password-manager keeps all your internet passwords safe[*]Secure version of Firefox included that encrypts all your web-surfing traffic[*]Encased in a potted metal case, not plastic, making it one of the strongest USB keys around[*]Exceeds MIL-STD-810F military waterproofing standards[*]The encryption chip self-destructs if an invasive attack is detected[*]If your Ironkey is lost, you can restore from a secure backup to a new Ironkey in minutes[*]Dual channel SLC NAND Flash for high-quality and read/write speeds[*]Windows XP and Windows Vista only, but Mac and Linux drivers are in development[*][b]Sorry - due to export restrictions, we cannot ship outside the US and Canada.[/b][/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:17
Mandylion Password Manager
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/mandylion_manager.jpg[/img]
Unfortunately, we all have to deal with modern life’s littlecyber-burden, the password. Some of us do so by simply re-using an oldpassword when the system asks you to change it. Other times we use thesame password but just add the month at the end. Some people evenresort to keeping their passwords written on yellow stickey notes or intheir wallet. None of these options, however, is very effective forprotecting your valuable data. Instead, we would like to present asuperior solution brought to you compliments of the US Military.
The Mandylion Password Manager is a secure, convenient andcost-effective device built specifically for generating and protectingyour passwords. Tested and matured for 3 years in real warfareenvironments, it is now available for commercial use. Built as a smallkeyring device, it can securely manage up to 50 logins, safecombinations, security codes, etc. that can be individually generatedto meet the composition requirements of any login policy. Passwords canbe any length up to 14 characters or namespaces. It can createpasswords based on your settings for various criteria (such as length,alpha-numeric, special characters, etc.) and prompt you to change yourpasswords at preset time intervals (90 days, 1 year, etc.) Also, alldata is stored in permanent memory, so it is unaffected by battery lifeor loss of power. Tamper-resistant features have been employed bothinside and out, making the device a superior choice to storingpasswords on your PDA, PC or worse, writing them down.
Using the device is very easy. There are 5 buttons used fornavigation and data entry. The device is activated by entering a uniquebutton sequence that is user-defined. Totally self-contained andair-gapped from any system, passwords are viewed on the token's LCDdisplay which has a limited viewing angle to prevent shoulder surfing.There are also user-defined lockout settings, including a self-destructfeature for high risk scenarios. The device will also indicate failedactivation attempts (with a "Tampered" message displayed uponsuccessful activation.) Included Policy Master software makesdescribing the login policy (length, expiration, composition) for eachlogin record and configuring the token a snap. The token does the rest.
This little unit has been designed to meet U.S. Military standards for secure creation and management of passwords (use authorized under Army Regulation 25-2 IA.) This device helps creates a strong security policy for your work environment (so naturally you can brag to the boss about it) and provides cost savings in the form of reduced help desk support and password changing downtime. When used for personal password management the personal password manager eliminates having to remember all those annoying passwords and usernames.
Has these great features.
[list][*]Manages up to 50 login records simultaneously[*]Generates cryptographically strong passwords[*]Complies with all DoD, Govt. & Industry Password Security Policies[*]Multiple tamper-resistant features and lockout alarms[*]Manages Root and Group passwords[*]Cradle connection via USB[*]Kit containing: token, a configuration cradle, Policy Master Configuration Software (Windows only)[*]Device and software not Mac compatible (sorry)[*]Dimensions: Approx. 2.5" x 1.5" x .375" (65mm x 45mm x 10mm)[*]Takes a CR2032 battery (replaceable)[*]One-year warranty[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:18
Super Ear
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/superear.jpg[/img]
What binoculars did for vision, this product does for listening. Produces an adjustable 50 decibel gain on sounds picked up from its multi-element high sensitivity microphone. With only a single AAA battery, this lightweight device produces nice results. Use to amplify bird sounds (can be clipped to binoculars), frogs at night, or use during a lecture to get all the details. Comes with high quality stereo headphones, AAA battery, instructions and suggestions for use. Begin hearing things you have never heard before.
[list][*]Personal sound enhancer[*]Produces an adjustable 50 decibel gain[*]Acoustically engineered sound boom that swivels 180 degrees[*]Boom is fully enclosed in a foam windscreen[*]Comes with high quality stereo headphones[*]Takes one AAA battery[*]Dimensions: 6.75″ x 1.75″ x .87″[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:19
LED Umbrella
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/led_umbrella.jpg[/img]
Early in the 21st Century, the Tyrell Corporation advanced robotevolution into the Nexus phase - a being virtually identical to a human- known as a Replicant. They're all around you, even now. That guy nextto you? He's a Replicant. How do we know? He's walking the streets inthe rain with no umbrella. That, and he failed the Voight-Kampff.
In the pre-apocalyptic future, the air will be so thick, it will bedark in the middle of the day. Coupled with the almost constant rain,you'll need to find a way to stay dry, and light your way to the noodleshop down the street.
Even if you don't live in a quasi-futuristic Los Angeles, and aren'ta Blade Runner, you can still have the coolest umbrella on the street.With a push of a button, the shaft lights up, illuminating you and yourpath. Now, even in the darkest of nights, you're a lot more visible tothe cars on the street, making your long walk home through the rain alot safer.
Available in black with white LED's, and red with red LED's! Uses 3 AAA batteries, included.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:22
The Gadget Bag
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/gadgetbag.jpg[/img]
We live in a fragmented society. We are constantly bombarded by sensoryinput to the point where the noise actually becomes comforting. As ageek on the move, you need your cell phone, PDA, music player, digitalcamera, and portable gaming device because you're never sure what kindof entertainment you'll be in the mood for!
To lug all that stuff around, you could carry them loose in a bigmessenger bag, and with everything clanging around in there, no wonderyour iPod got scratched. What you need is a bag with discrete pocketsin them for specific devices - held nice and snug. What would be evenmore awesomer would be if you could take some of your items or all ofyour items without removing them from the bag - you know, in case youjust want your iPod, or just your PDA.
The Gadget Bag is a stylish man-bag* that has room for every littleelectronic thing you've got. Four compartments, each their own littlebag, zip and strap together into a satchel about the size of ahardcover book. 258 cubic inches of space inside has more than enoughspace for a geek's recommended daily allowance of electronic toys.
* It's European...
[list][*]Four individual compartments to store your mobile devices[*]Quick and easy access to your device[*]Plastic aperture, allowing headphones and charging cables to be fed through each section[*]Gadget Bag: 27cm x 22cm x 7cm (10.6" x 8.7" x 2.8")[*]Gadget Bag without front pockets: 27cm x 22cm x 4cm (10.6" x 8.7" x 1.6")[*]Front Pocket: 14cm x 20cm x 3cm (5.5" x 7.9" x 1.2")[*]Internal Compartment: 13.5cm x 10.5cm x 3cm (5.3" x 4.1" x 1.2")[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:23
Titanium Spork
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/spork.jpg[/img]
Every mythic hero normally has an equally mythic weapon. Zeus had his thunderbolts. Thor had his hammer, [i]Mjolnir[/i]. King Arthur had his [i]Excalibur[/i]. Frodo and Bilbo had their [i]Sting[/i]. Rhydderch Hael had his [i]Dyrnwyn[/i].King Kong had his bananas…you get the idea. It's time for you to jointhe ranks of the heroes and heroines of lore as you wield your ownlegendary weapon in your battle against a very powerful foe: hunger.
The Titanium Spork is ready for the challenge. Titanium isknown for its great strength, corrosion resistance, and light weight,which makes this spork a valuable asset around feeding time. Imaginehow much more food you could shovel in at your local buffet if youdidn't have to worry about the strain of picking up a heavy fork orspoon. Your food consumption can become the stuff of legends. Even justholding the Titanium Spork in your hand, you can feel its power. It isperhaps the greatest gastronomic invention since lickable wallpaper.Hunger, beware - your end is near!
[b]Titanium Spork Dimensions:[/b]approx. 6.25" long and 1.5" at its widest point.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:24
Swedish FireSteel
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/light_my_fire.jpg[/img]
Originally developed for the Swedish Department of Defense, Swedish FireSteel is a flash of genius. Its nearly 3,000°C spark makes fire building easy in any weather, at any altitude. Used by a number of armies around the world, Swedish FireSteel's dependability has already made it a favorite of survival experts, hunters, fishermen and campers. It has also found its way into cabins and backyards as a fool-proof way to light stoves and gas-barbecues. Amazingly enough it also works equally well when wet. We think geeks will appreciate the power of being able to start a fire with such a simple tool.
A metal blade is slowly moved across the Firesteel, generating sparks that can easily be thrown onto a small pile of dry grass, leaves or paper to start a fire. When the fire is becoming established, thin sticks of wood can be added, gradually increasing to thicker ones.
The Swedish FireSteel has these great features.
[list][*]Lights campfires, stoves, gas-barbecues[*]Uses a magnesium alloy that consists of 7 metals[*]Lasts for approximately 12,000 strikes[*]Produces a spark temperature close to 3,000°C (5,500°F)[*]Bright spark – can be used as emergency signal[*]Functions in rain and snow[*]Dimensions: main component is approx. 3.75" long[*]Weight: approx. 1.9 ounces[*]Also available: [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/754d/images/1555/]MayaDust[/url]- a fire starting material made from Pino de Ocote, a fatwood pinecultivated in the highlands of Guatemala and Mexico. With an 80% resincontent, MayaDust is easy to light even when wet and produces anextremely hot flame.[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:24
Grilliput Compact Grill
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/grilliput2.jpg[/img]
Grab your [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/8ace/]Titanium Spork[/url] and [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/754d/]Swedish Firesteel[/url]and let's go have a barbeque - ThinkGeek style! If you enjoy travelingthrough natural surroundings, appreciate efficient design, love cookingout and have an eye for detail, the Grilliput is going to become yournew trusty companion. This innovative grill is ideal for outdoor typesand people on the move. The Grilliput can be reduced to a handy sizefor easy transport (less than a foot long) and will ensure a reallygreat barbecue. There is also a [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/93d9/images/2165/]Compact Firebowl[/url]available as a practical accessory - perfect for containing your firesource. This fire dish can also be used to transport your charcoal.
The Grilliput has a built-in cleaning groove for soiled grill bars andis completely dishwasher safe. Stainless steel construction and anample barbecue area of 9" x 10.2" (23 x 26 cm). This barbeque is socompact it can be stowed just about anywhere. Even setting it up isfun.
[list][*]Length: 11.4" (29 cm)[*]Diameter: .87" (2.2 cm)[*]Weight: 1.2 lbs (560 g)[*]Barbecue area: 9" x 10.2" (23 x 26 cm)[*]Material: stainless steel[*]Compact Firebowl: 3" tall, 7" dia. closed, 11.5" dia. open[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:25
Curiously Strong Magnets
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These Curiously Strong magnets have amazing strength in a very small size.Five to fifteen times the strength of common fridge magnets, these magnetscan lift 400 times their own weight in steel. Their power will astonish you.This type of magnet is generally used in expensive electronic equipment suchas computer hard drives, cell phones and loudspeakers. Now you can own somewithout ripping apart that old hard drive you used in college.
Your choice of two different sets, each containing grade 40 neodymium-iron-boron rare-earth permanent magnets plated in nickel:
[list][*][b]87 regular piece set[/b] - lots of smaller magnets in this set. Entire set weighs in at about 115 grams.[*][b]50 larger piece set[/b] - includes fewer overall magnets, but features more larger magnets. This set weighs in at 160 grams.[/list]Not sure how to use your Herculean strength magnets? [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/science/770f/detail/]Here are some ideas...[/url]
[b]:: DANGER WILL ROBINSON :: DANGER ::[/b]
These magnets are very strong and should be handled with care. [b]Smallchildren should not handle these magnets.[/b] Older children should besupervised at all times when handling these magnets. These magnets shouldnot be ingested. If the magnets are allowed to snap together or againststeel, they will chip and crack. You should keep them at least six to twelveinches away from computer hard drives, credit cards, computer monitors, andother susceptible electronic equipment. Individuals with pacemakers andother internal medical devices should not handle or come within closeproximity of strong magnets. These magnets are safe for air transport aspackaged but as a general rule they should be kept off airplanes.
Your set will arrive in a specially packaged cylinder designed to helpthe magnets travel safely. Viva la magnetic revolution!
Diana 3-4-2008 10:26
Giant Swiss Army Knife
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/giant_swiss.jpg[/img]
We know what you're probably thinking about this product - isn't thissomething that ThinkGeek should be launching in very early April (like,say, April 1st)? Yes, we have a reputation for such things, but thisknife is real and was created by Wenger to celebrate 100 years ofinnovation.This unique special edition knife contains all 85 tools currentlyproduced by Wenger (Maker of the Genuine Swiss Army Knife). These 85tools can be used in over 100 functions and it's the World's LargestSwiss Army Knife. It's not exactly going to win any awards forlightest, smallest or most efficient tool but it probably will win youthe title "King of All Gadgets". And even though this knife is amonster, weighing almost 3 pounds, don't worry - it does have a keyring so you can carry it on a belt loop.
[list][*]Contains an incredible 85 tools built into a single knife [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/8b97/detail/][list][/url][*]Manufactured by Wenger (Maker of the Genuine Swiss Army Knife)[*]Special edition knife, perfect for collectors[*]Comes packaged in Wenger box [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/tools/8b97/images/2423/][view][/url][*]Weight: 2 lbs, 11 ounces[*]Dimensions: 8.75" wide[*]Lifetime warranty[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:27
Retro Phone Handset
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/retrophone_handset.jpg[/img]
Yeah, we know all about bluetooth headsets for cell phones, but forget that stuff! We have here the latest development in cell phone technology and it's a big hunk of beautiful plastic. An accessory for your phone that you can really grab onto. Something with heft and that good-old-American solid construction feel - like a 1972 Cadillac.The Retro Phone Handset is a new production replica of the Western Electric 500-series model, which was the classic phone handset for several decades. It's been slightly modified to work with the headset jack of most cell phones (or via a "hands free" adapter kit, sold elsewhere). Just plug-in and dial - or for added effect, put your cell phone in your pant's pocket - then it looks like you're talking on a phone connected to... well, who knows?
Also has these great features.
[list][*]2.5mm jack will work with most phones (Motorola, LG, Samsung)[*]Small button built-in to handset for answer/end[*]Connection can also be made using a "hands free" adapter kit (not included)[*]No batteries required[*]Includes: handset and classic curly phone cord with connector[*]Adapters now available for: Nokia, Ericsson, Siemens [url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/electronic/7830/detail/](more details)[/url] - $4.99 each[*]Works with Blackberry, does not work with RAZR or Nokia phones[*]Works with iPhone (using Apple iPhone TTY Adapter, available from Apple)[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:34
Cellphone Signal Extender
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/zboost.jpg[/img]
A lot of technology goes into making your cellphone work. So you wouldthink that we would be more understanding of dropped calls and garbledconversations. Nope. Nothing gets geeks into a seething tech frenzylike poor cellphone reception... and it doesn't help that we couldn'tresist the glossy black smoothness of the iPhone and AT&T sucks forcellphone service. Sad.
Well quit staring at your one-bar-worth of signal strength and pickup this handy Cellphone Signal Extender for your home or office. Simplymount the included antenna near a window and run the coax cable to thebase booster unit. You get 2500 square feet of prime signal area(enough to cover 2-3 rooms on two different floors). We went from 1bar... to 5 at the ThinkGeek secret headquarters and made our iPhonesvery happy in the process.
[b]Important Note: You will need to have some signal (at least onebar), for the Cellphone Signal Extender to work. You can't extendwhat's not there... right?
[/b]
[b]Installation Summary:[/b]
Just so you know exactly what you are getting into, here is a briefdescription of what you'll need to do when you get the Cellphone SignalExtender home.
[list=1][*]Determine a mounting location for the externalantenna. This can be indoors near a window, an outside door, in theattic, or on the exterior of your home or office. Basically you want tofind the spot where you have the strongest signal... even if it's onlyone bar.[*]Attach the external antenna to your chosen mounting spot using the included screws & hardware.[*]Runthe included coax cable from the external antenna to the base boosterbox. Place the box in a central location where you most need improvedcellphone reception.[*]Plug in the base booster box.[*]Done. Happy calling![/list]
[b]Product Features[/b]
[list][*]Improve your cellphone signal dramatically[*]Easy installation in minutes with multiple mounting options[*]Kit comes with everything needed for installation including cabling and hardware[*]Works with almost any cellphone provider (be sure to choose the right model for your carrier)[/list]
[b]Product Specs 800 Mhz Model[/b]
[list][*]Frequency: 824 - 894 MHz (Cellular)[*]Networks: CDMA, GSM, and TDMA AMPS, GPRS, EDGE, 1xRTT, EVDO[*]Total Signal Gain: 57dB (adaptive)[*]Output Power: <0.5 Watt EiRP (w/ included antenna)[/list]
[b]Product Specs 1990 Mhz Model[/b]
[list][*]Frequency: 1850-1990 MHz (PCS only)[*]Networks: CDMA, GSM, and TDMA[*]Total Signal Gain: 60dB (adaptive)[*]Output Power: <0.5 Watt EiRP (w/ included antenna)[/list]
[b]Product Specs Dual-Band Model[/b]
[list][*]Frequency: 824 - 894 MHz and 1850-1990 MHz (PCS & Cellular)[*]Networks: CDMA, GSM, and TDMA AMPS, GPRS, EDGE, 1xRTT, EVDO[*]Total Signal Gain: 60dB (adaptive)[*]Output Power: <0.5 Watt EiRP (w/ included antenna)[/list]
[b]General Specs[/b]
[list][*]Unit weight: 1 lb.[*]Unit size: 5" x 7" x 2"[*]Power input: 100-120 VAC 60 Hz[*]Power output: 5VDC, 1.5A[*]Signal antenna cable: Outdoor rated 75 ohm DBS satellite coaxial cable, Type-F male[*]Base unit antenna: 50 ohm, TNC male[*]FCC Approved[*]Industry Canada Approved[*]UL Approved[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:35
Bluetooth Laser Virtual Keyboard
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/virtual_keyboard.jpg[/img]
Remember when you were promised all those amazing future techinnovations? Just around the corner was supposed to be a shiningtechnology utopia with flying cars, personal space travel to distantgalaxies, and bio-implantable cell phones. It's almost disappointingenough to make you sit at home and watch old episodes of "Space 1999".
Don't lose hope! An amazing glimpse of this promised future has justarrived at ThinkGeek in the form of the Bluetooth Laser VirtualKeyboard. This tiny device laser-projects a keyboard on any flatsurface... you can then type away accompanied by simulated key clicksounds. It really is true future magic at its best. You'll be turningheads the moment you pull this baby from your pocket and use it tocompose an e-mail on your bluetooth enabled PDA or Cell Phone. With 63keys and and full size QWERTY layout the Laser Virtual Keyboard canapproach typing speeds of a standard keyboard... in a size a littlelarger than a matchbook.
[b]Product Features[/b]
[list][*]Connects to PDAs Smartphones and Computers using Bluetooth[*]Projects a full size keyboard onto any flat surface[*]Allows the convenience of regular keyboard typing in a tiny form factor[*]Rechargeable battery lasts for 120 minutes of continuous typing[*]Tiny size only 3.5 inches high[*]Compatible with PalmOS 5, PocketPC 2003, Windows Smartphone, Symbian OS, and Windows 2000/XP. Limited Mac OSX Support.
[url=http://www.thinkgeek.com/computing/input/8193/detail/][b]Click here for compatibility details and product specifications[/b][/url][/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:36
Mini Pet Cactus
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/mini_cactus.jpg[/img]
Virtual pets are fun, but sometimes they can be a virtual pain in thevirtual backside. You have to virtually feed them and virtually playwith them. And yes, they virtually love you, but it's just not the sameas real love. But one has to admit, most virtual pets are easy to carryaround, whereas most real pets either won't fit in your pocket (like adog) or wouldn't survive in your pocket (like a trout). We have thesolution: the Mini Pet Cactus.
The Mini Pet Cactus will love you unconditionally. All you haveto do it is water it once a month for about a minute (instructions onpackaging). Each cactus comes with a strap to attach to your jacket,cell phone, etc., so you can take it with you everywhere. Nothing saysfun like talking to your cactus in a public place - until security asksyou to leave, that is. Want to display your new pet at home or in theoffice? Try the Mini Pet Cactus Stand (sold separately). It has anadhesive back to attach to a wall, your monitor, your forehead, etc.The Mini Pet Cactus is waiting to be adopted…by you!
[b]Dimensions:[/b] Pet Cactus: 1.75" tall; Stand Height: 4.5"
Diana 3-4-2008 10:37
MoPods Cell Phone Alert Charm
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/mopods_cell_phone_alert_charm.gif[/img]
Our mascot is Timmy; he's a monkey. Our favorite tea: Monkey Picked Tea(see below). Monkeys are a big part of our lives here at ThinkGeek.They motivate us; they captivate us. And now, they tell us when we havea cell phone call. Now, they don't jump up and down and throw ourphones to us when they ring (though, wouldn't that be awesome?!?) - butrather they spin around and flash their lights at us. And what's evenbetter, we can keep these monkeys in our pockets. Get your mind out ofthe gutter and read on.
MoPods are small electronic devices that you can clip anywhere: yourjacket, your backpack, your navel ring, etc. What they do, through themagic of science, is spin and flash when you get a cell phone call. Allthey require are batteries (included) and love. They are a great, quietway to let you know you have a call - perfect for meetings and othertimes when you have to silence your phone. Join our monkey madness,boys and girls, and get a MoPod Cell Phone Alert Charm for the monkeyinside your heart. And then get a banana for the monkey inside yourtummy (he's hungry).
[b]MoPods Cell Phone Alert Charms[/b]
[list][*][b]Compatibility:[/b] MoPods [b]only[/b] work with 800 - 1600 MHz GSM network cell phones.[*][b]Battery Requirements:[/b] 2 L1154 batteries (included).[*][b]Dimensions:[/b] Approx. 2.4" tall.[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:38
Japanese Luminous Mushrooms
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/luminous_mushrooms.jpg[/img]
In the beginning, Mario used to power up by eating mushrooms. And it was good. Then someone thought, [i]Hey, Mario is wearing overalls. They have pockets. Let's let Mario take his power ups with him![/i]And it was even better. Unfortunately, we're not able to sellfull-sized power up mushrooms (they are just too powerful for mortals),but we do have the next best thing.
Use them as a cell phone strap, use them as a keychain - we don't care.Just make sure to keep a little power up with you. Each mini bottleholds a tiny power up mushroom. Not enough to make you double in size,but just enough to make you smile. The mushroom is kept alive by thelittle rocks inside the bottle with it. You can tell they are poweredup by the way that they glow in the dark. But don't worry about feedingthem - the mushrooms are plastic, as are the rocks. It's better thatway. Power up!Each mushroom is Extra Life Green!
Each bottle is about 1"tall.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:39
Japanese Lucky Golden Poo
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/lucky_golden_poo.jpg[/img]
Your Lucky Sh!t Awaits
For those of you who don't know, the kanji for "lucky" in Japan is verysimilar to the shortened form of the Japanese word for "poo." Hence thebrilliant Japanese played with the pun and the Lucky Golden Poo wasum..born. But, contrary to popular belief, golden poo is lucky in moreplaces than just Japan. It is also lucky in Ireland. Extensive researchon the internet has shown without a doubt that the famed Pot o' Goldthat Leprechauns protect is actually a Chamber Pot o' Gold (i.e. luckygolden leprechaun poo). And don't even get us started on the "Goose WhoLaid Golden Eggs" story. Eww.
Anywho, we're now offering Lucky Golden Poos because we know howmuch everyone can use a little more luck in their lives. We recommendattaching them to your cell phone (as the Japanese do) for only luckycalls. You could attach it to your Wiimote for extra luck in gaming(Wii and Poo, together again!)
You could buy the 2-pack and do both! Oryou could keep one Lucky Poo for you and give one to a deservingfriend. Because nothing says friendship than sharing Poo.Each Lucky Golden Poo is about .5" in diameter and is coveredwith a golden metallic substance (except for some of the bottom, wherethe Poo meets the conveyor belt).
Diana 3-4-2008 10:40
Dalek Cell Phone Alert Charm
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/dalek_cellphone_charm.jpg[/img]
If there is one thing Doctor Who hates, it's missing a call on his cellphone. Lucky for him, then, that whilst traveling the universe he founda little shop selling baby Daleks - really tiny, pocket-sized Daleks.They were too small to cause any harm, but they did have one curiousfeature. When exposed to certain frequencies, they would spin in acircle and cause random lights to flash. The good Doctor knew he had apowerful tool at his disposal so he bought a ton of the littlecreatures and disappeared into his workshop. When he emerged, he hadinvented the Dalek Cell Phone Alert Charm.
Just hang one off your jacket, computer bag, navel ring, etc., and anytime you get a call on your cell phone, your very own imprisoned Dalekwill spin around and little lights will flash near its base. It's justthat simple. So, anytime you have to leave your cell phone on "silent,"just watch your Dalek to see if you have an incoming call. '[i]But hey,'[/i] you are wondering, [i]'didn't you just say Doctor Who invented these things? Then how did ThinkGeek get them to sell to me?'[/i] Let's just say we have friends all over the universe . . .
[b]Dalek Cell Phone Alert Charm[/b]
[list][*][b]Compatibility:[/b] [i]Only[/i] works with 800 - 1600 MHz GSM network cell phones.[*][b]Battery Requirements:[/b] 3 LR41 batteries (included).[*][b]Dimensions:[/b] Approx. 1.75" tall.[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:41
Beanbag Cellphone Chair
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/cellphone_beanbag_chair.jpg[/img]
A beanbag chair for your cellphone. Welcome to the new world!
Your cellphone is a trusted friend. It has been there for you when youneeded a ride, felt lonely, or just had to talk to your mom. All it hasasked in return is the occasional charge. Your phone loves you, so it'sabout damn time you did something nice for it. You can start with anice place for your phone to sit.
This diminutive beanbag chair is just the thing. Scientifically proven to be the [b]most comfortable cellphone chair on the market[/b].Ergonomically designed to eliminate pressure points that can bruise orcause extremities to go numb, this beanbag chair rests your cellphonein the most neutral position possible. 9 out of 10 cellphones agree,this is the best cellphone beanbag chair ever made!Sure, some may laugh at you, but your buddy deserves the best. Youowe it to your phone to make his downtime the most comfortablepossible. The beanbag cellphone chair is [b]so comfortable[/b], your phone is guaranteed to remain seated until someone picks it up again.
Details[list][*]5 1/2 inches in diameter[*]A mere 1 oz[*]Nylon shell filled with styrofoam beads[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:44
Khet Laser Game
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/khet-laser-game.jpg[/img]
On a recent archaeological expedition near the Great Pyramids of Egypt,the ThinkGeek R&D department made a shocking discovery. The detailswill be published in a few months, but we couldn't wait to share whatwe found: the favorite game of the Ancient Egyptians was made ofplastic and mirrors, and used lasers. Yes…lasers! It was called Khet,and once again it is available for all to enjoy.
There are four types of playing pieces, and two of them havemirrors. Game play is simple, and easy to learn, as there are only 3movement choices. The goal is to eliminate your opponent's Pharaoh.And, you eliminate the Pharaoh just like they did in olden times - byfiring a red laser! Each side of the board is equipped with its ownlaser, which you press after your turn. The laser bounces from mirrorto mirror (always shooting off at a 90 degree angle). If the laser hitsany piece on a non-reflective surface, that piece is removed from play.If you eliminate your opponent's Pharaoh, you win. If you eliminateyour own Pharaoh, you will be mocked for all time.
[b]New Expansion Pieces: Eye of Horus Beam Splitters![/b] Thistwo-pack of special pieces will up the ante of any Khet challenge. Whyhave one laser beam to keep track of when you can split it and have twoor (splitting it again) three? Each two-pack comes with one Red and oneSilver Eye of Horus, plus a booklet with new rules and suggested gameplay setups. Are you ready to stare down the Eye of Horus?
[i]Laser simulated in picture.[/i]
[b]Khet[/b]
[list][*]Includes: 14 Pyramids pieces (7 red, 7 silver); 4 Djed Pieces (2red, 2 silver); 4 Obelisk Pieces (2 red, 2 silver); 2 Pharaoh Pieces (1red, 1 silver); Game Board; and Instructions[*]Dimensions of Game Board: 17.5" X 14.5"[*]Uses 4 AAA Batteries (included!)[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:45
The ThinkGeek USB Snowbot
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/usb_snowbot.gif[/img]
[i][color=red]Color changing scan, eerie Snowbot sound, articulating arms...a ThinkGeek exclusive...[/color][/i]
Last December, as we were settling down for a long winter's nap, wewere visited by two robots from the future! They spoke to us and now itis time to share their message. There's good news and bad news. Thegood news is there are tons of really cool robots in the future. Thebad news is they are divided into two factions, are waging war againsteach other, and have "downgraded" humans to pretty much servants andfood. We quickly smashed the robots with hammers, and swore to devise away to save humanity.
Before we destroyed the robots, however, we were able to learn twothings. 1. Each army of robots uses a different color scanning light(red or blue); 2. We have no idea which side is in humanity's bestinterest to win. So we built the Snowbot - a small, winter-themedbeacon…and perhaps our only hope. Powered by a simple USB port, theSnowbot has a scanning light just like the robots from the future. Youcan change the speed of the scan, turn on/off the scanning noise, and(for future protection) change the scan color (red or blue). So nomatter which robot army storms your home or office, a quick flick of aswitch and you are rooting for the invader's color. Hopefully then therobots will just make you a servant and not an appetizer. Good luck andhappy holidays.
The ThinkGeek Snowbot Features:
[list][*] USB Powered (for great justice!)[*] Scanning LED Robotic Eye[*] Rate of sweeping is controllable via knob[*] Selectable LED Robotic Eye Colors (Blue or Red)[*] Authentic Snowbot Sound (on/off switch)[*] Rotating, articulating metal arms[*] Coiled (12") USB cable extends to 30"[/list]
[b]ThinkGeek Notes:[/b] There is a chance that the artificialintelligence which created the robot armies of the future originatedfrom a massive connection of small USB desktop devices plugged intocomputers connected to the Internet. Please don't blame us if, byattempting to find a way to save humanity, we have inadvertently doomedit. Thank you.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:45
Glow Brick
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/glow_brick.jpg[/img]
Yep - it's a glow-in-the-dark light bulb trapped inside a solid acrylicbrick. The Glow Brick recharges from energy in natural sunlight duringthe day and glows at night. Not only that, it is actually made with areal light bulb! That's right.
The glow-in-the-dark* pigment is trapped inside a real light bulb(just like the ones you have at home). Then the light bulb is encasedin a solid block of Acrylic resin. The mysterious optical effect is caused by light diffracting in thetiny space between the glass of the light bulb and the resin - thisspace forms when the resin shrinks by a tiny amount during theproduction process. The polished surface gives a jewel like quality tothe object. In a darkened room, or at night, the Glow Brick comes tolife with a tranquil and subtle glow emanating from the pigment insidethe light bulb. Size is 3.3" x 3.3" x 5"
*The technical term for the glow-in-the-dark is"photoluminescence" this is a process in which energy absorbed by asubstance is released relatively slowly in the form of light.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:47
Ambient Orb Device
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/ambientorb.jpg[/img]
The Ambient Orb is a device that slowly transitions between thousands of colors to show changes in the weather, the health of your stock portfolio, or if your boss or friend is on instant messenger. It is a simple wireless object that unobtrusively presents information. Imagine if you had to go to your computer and type in your zip code whenever you wanted to check what time it was. Your important information should be as accessible as looking at a clock, now the Ambient Orb can make a variety of information just a glance away.
The Orb arrives set to indicate the Dow - glowing more green to indicate market movement up and red to indicate movement down, or yellow when the market is calm. If the market is up or down more than 1.5% the Orb will pulsate. It can be customized to a set of free channels, such as market indices (Dow, Nasdaq, S&P 500) or weather in select cities. Optionally, you can upgrade to access more premium channels, such as your customized portfolio, local weather, pollen count, or IM buddy watch.There's also a developer interface where any semi-savvy web programmer can control the color of their Orb with a simple http "get" call. Track how full your hard drive is, traffic on your website, Slashdot posts, or your credit-card debt.
The Ambient Orb is simply plugged into any standard 110V power outlet and it is up and running on a nationwide wireless network - no internet connection required. The Orb does not attach to a PC. The channel for the Orb can be selected via a web interface and will update in a short period of time. Depending on which channel the Orb is monitoring, it will receive updates every few minutes, or perhaps once per hour for some channels.
The Ambient Orb has these features:
[list][*]LED lighting that can produce thousands of color combinations[*]Orb can also produce color pulses[*]The Orb is made of glass[*]Pre-configured to monitor the Dow - can be reconfirgured online or through an 800 number[*]Premium content available for about $1/week[*]Does not require a computer, phone or internet connection[*]Three brightness level settings[*]Includes power supply, power cord, and glass Orb[*]Can monitor: Stock market, weather, pollen count, IM buddies, or custom data[*]One-year manufaturer warranty[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:48
Forever Flashlight
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/foreverflashlight.jpg[/img]
The Forever Flashlight uses no batteries or bulbs. Instead it uses Faraday's Principle of Induction and a bright LED to produce light without batteries. The light is shaken for about 30 seconds to recharge a capacitor and it will then provide about 5 minutes of light. As the light is shaken, a magnet passes through a metal coil generating electricity. During prolonged use it can be shaken for 10-15 seconds every 2 or 3 minutes.
The light requires no maintenance so it can be left in your home or car for a longtime but will still be ready to produce light. The bright LED will last for thousands of hours and does not burn-out like a typical lightbulb - it should never need replacement.
Great features of the Forever Flashlight:
[list][*]Available in Regular, Medium or Micro-size[*]Super bright blue/white LED[*]Never needs batteries[*]Never needs bulbs[*]Waterproof[*]Floats in water[*]Visible for up to one mile[*]Great for cars, boats, server rooms, and all emergency kits[*]Dimensions: 11.25" x 1.5" dia. for Regular, 6.5" x 1" dia. for Micro[*]Weight: 11.8 oz (335 grams) for Regular, 3.6 oz (102 grams) for Micro[*][/list]One-year warranty.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:48
Mathmos Space Projector
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/mathmos-projector.jpg[/img]
Instantly turn your office into the hippest digs on the entire floor with this groovy oil wheel projector from Mathmos. The Mathmos Space Projector casts a moving image of up to 1.5m onto a wall or ceiling with a choice of two different colors. The projector body can be angled to point at the wall or ceiling. The brightness and size of the image are controlled by the amount of light in the room and the distance from the display surface (subdued lighting is best).
The projector is available with a Blue/Green or Red/Violet color wheel. Great for lan parties, late night caffeine-powered coding marathons, MP3 jam sessions, and general relaxation. The Space Projector has these features:
[list][*]Includes one twin-colour oil wheel[*]Dimensions 245 x 125 x 245mm[*]Includes A/C power adapter (120V, 60 Hz, 59 W)[*]Manufacturer warranty[/list]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:49
Mini Maglite AA Flashlight LED Conversion Kit
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/maglite-iq-switch.jpg[/img]
Since its birth in 1984, the Mini Maglite AA Flashlight has become atrusted side-arm to geeks around the globe. Bright, durable, anddependable, the Maglite is a great tool for any mission you need:stealth, rescue, classified, munchie run, etc. And now the great folksat Nite Ize have taken the Maglite to the next level with thisinnovative LED conversion kit.
The1 watt LED is unbelievably bright. To get technical it is a 50,000 hourLUXEON® I LED. It's a tiny LED, which means you still get theadjustable beam (from super-bright flood to focused spot). You also getan IQ Switch. This is a replacement switch created to expand thefunctionality of your Maglite. Push the switch (with less than 2seconds between presses) and cycle through 5 modes: 100% power, 50%power, 25% power, slow strobe, and fast strobe. After 2 seconds in anymode, press the button to power down. There's also a small LED in theswitch which flashes every few seconds, so you'll always be able tofind your Maglite - even in the dark. Incredible!
Each set includes: One 1 watt LED bulb, One Nite Ize reflector, and One IQ Switch.
[b]Please note, a Mini Maglite AA Flashlight is not included with this kit.[/b]
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/other/maglite-iq-switch-blinky.gif[/img]
Diana 3-4-2008 10:50
NINJA Electronics Duster
[img]http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/front/ninja_air.jpg[/img]
Now you can be the first kid in the cube farm to have your very ownNINJA in a can! Just get one or more of these and place on your desktopto instantly attract the opposite sex while repelling suits and dustmites alike. If that isn't benefit enough for owning a can of NINJA,just consider the fact that NINJA also *does* stuff! What kind ofstuff? It cleans your electronics and computing components (usingpatented Dust-slaying Nano-shurikens of Doom) so you can continuerandomly surfing the Internet instead of tackling those prosaic actionitems...
[list][i]But ThinkGeek, WTF is NINJA? Really?[/i]
[*] A Legend[*] A Recursive Acronym for Ninja Is Not Just Air (it's also dust-slaying Nano-shurikens of Doom)[*] See Above[*] A computing and electronics air duster.[*] Something to buy. Now.[/list]
Your NINJA air duster cans are specially formulated to cleancomputers and electronics equipment, assassinating dust in the processand prolonging the ultimate disintegration of your equipment into thetechnology underworld! Yay for NINJA!
NINJA arrives in a 10 ounce can and is non-flammable. RecommendedFor : Computers • Keyboards • Rocket Launchers • Digital Cameras •Printers • Fax Machines • HAL 9000s • Copiers • Telephones • LabEquipment • TVs • DVD Players • Shredders • Scanners • Stereos •Watches • Clocks • Mailing Machines • BFGs • Fans • Audio Equipment •Laptops • Musical Instruments • Desk Tops • Imperial Walkers •
[b]N[/b]inja
[b]I[/b]s
[b]N[/b]ot
[b]J[/b]ust
[b]A[/b]ir*
*(It's Dust-slaying Nano-shurikens Of Doom!)
Buy now and save later! Or NINJA gets mad.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:50
USB Rocket Launcher
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The arms race is on. The workplace has become a dangerous place, butonce upon a time, it was all a laugh. Back in the day, your workmateschased each other with squirt-guns, then disc-guns. Everybody laughedwhen somebody brought in the harmless Airzooka. Gleefully, somebodybrought in a marshmallow blaster.
Then it went kinda nuts. Sonic Grenades, catapults, lightsabers,ninjas... Suddenly, it was less about harmless fun. Suddenly, thingsgot serious. Deadly serious. The day that the guy down the hall broughtin the USB Missile Launcher was the day the gauntlet was thrown down.
Today is the day it gets picked up, and slapped across the face ofyour office enemy. ThinkGeek's new USB Rocket Launcher has more thantwice the range of his missile launcher - yeah, I said [b][i]twice the range[/i][/b]. Now you can be the one your cube-neighbors fear, and fear leads to respect... or does fear lead to anger? I forget.
Anyway, this rocket launcher connects to your Windows 2000, XP or Vistamachine via USB. Install the included software, plug in the RocketLauncher, and with 360 degree horizontal rotation and 45 degreevertical rotation, the USB Rocket Launcher can fire over six meters,giving you coverage for over 113 square meters of your workspace.
Diana 3-4-2008 10:51
USB Pedometer
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Are you tired of people telling you that you need to get more exercise?That sitting at your computer working during the day and then sittingat your computer gaming during the night is bad for your health? Want asimple easy way to prove you actually do get some exercise (and maybeeven crave to really get a little more exercise without too much work)?If you've answered yes or no to any of these questions, the USBPedometer is for you!
Just clip the USB Pedometer to your belt, pants, skirt, boxershorts, underwear, whatever; press the center button until you see theLED flash; and then walk! You'll have all your steps counted. When youare done walking for the day, plug the Pedometer into your computer andupload your steps. You'll be able to chart how many steps you've takenday after day. You can use this information to actually improve yourhealth, or you can use it the next time someone tells you you're notgetting any exercise. You'll be able to say, "Oh, yeah? Well, I'vewalked three thousand two hundred fifty-seven steps since Monday. Whatabout you? Huh? HUH? Didn't think so. So step off, before I use theseboots to walk all over you." Ah, the power of fitness.
Includes: Pedometer (2" diameter), USB cable, and Software (Windows only)
Diana 3-4-2008 10:52
USB LED Beverage Cooler
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The big refrigerator in your office cools a lot of stuff. Food, scienceexperiments once known as food, and your secret stash...of drinks. Ofdrinks! But what happens when you just want one can at your desk andyou want it cold? Well, plug in this small single-can beverage coolerinto a USB port and chill a can on your desk. Then you won't have toget up to get your drink.
The LED Beverage Cooler is retro styled and has a small blueLED inside. The LED helps your drink stay cool by tricking it to thinkthe air inside the cooler is from the Arctic, because everyone knowsthat blue lights make you feel cold. So add a little style to your deskand keep your drink cold at the same time. Chill, dude.