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Need some herbs? The desktop Power Plant Mini to the rescue

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 02:50:00 +0000

"Attention cooking geeks! Everybody knows that the best herbs are the freshest, that's why you have a nice herb garden, right? No? What the hell's the matter with you? No herb garden? Why not?" The Power Plant Mini Herb Garden is a tiny hydroponic reactor, capable of sprouting fresh herbs and veggies from seed and growing them using the included spongy soilless medium and nutrient mixture. Grow basil, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, mint, oregano, thyme... you can even try flowers, or start vegetables! Just about anything you can start from seed. Requires no dirt! Grow just about anything from seed. Best uses include: Italian Sweet Basil, Cilantro, Thyme, Peppers, Mini Tomatos, Parsley. US$39.99. If you grow a different kind of herb for medicinal purposes in this, you are surely on your own.

[The Power Plant Mini - Desktop Hydroponics]

Finally, a worthy side monitor that is worth it

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:52:00 +0000

What this screen lacks in glamour it surely justified and more than makes up in its function. This 7 inch 800 x 480 'side' monitor, can be used for myriad of multi-tasking pleasure. It hooks up to your PC/MAC or even to your monitor via one USB cable. Doesn't require any additional power cable. Use it for more screen real estate, reading RSS feeds, blogging, email, GTD productivity, Instant Messaging, Parking your graphics toolbar, digital images, or anything your hear desires. The screen come in a touch-screen and non-touch-screen model. It rotates to landscape or portrait modes. US$199.99 or US$129.99 respectively prices. Available now. Gosh I wish it was Christmas.
[Mimo USB Side Monitor]

A shelf that doubles as Speakers too

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:53:00 +0000

Those having extra change to spare this Christmas can bring about some discreet audio cheer from these Bedford Smart Wall-Mounted Speaker Shelf Unlike James Bond, this shelf reveals its dual character quite evidently. Along with being a wall shelf, it touts two stereo (1" Tweeter & 4" Woofer) quality speakers that connect to your mp3 / ipod / iphone headphone jack. There's plenty of speakers in my house, but if you want to puzzle your holiday guests for a bit, you could try to hang this on your wall. US$80 (sale price).

[Bedford Smart Wall-Mounted Speaker Shelf]

Stream Serenity in your daily work life

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:37:00 +0000

iSerenity lets you stream any one of 31 different ambient sound tracks in-stream from your browser. You can stream these in the background while you clank away at your work or home office. Just be careful not to be doing this in the library. Not bad set of offerings for the price of $FREE. Maybe I can drown out my annoying office mates, with this.

[iSerenity]

Play stereo sound on any surface

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 02:55:00 +0000

These stick-on any surface speakers, allows for transmitting stereo sound on any thin walled high transmission surface (i.e. posters, bookcases, tables, doors). The drawback is that these are meant for permanent sticking on the chosen surface. The speakers have an impedance of 8 ohms. US$17.99. I can't imagine how good quality sound one can get out of these.

[Sonic Impact SoundPads]

Be a fashion agent, wear this Diesel

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 21:19:00 +0000

Stainless steel case with mirror electroplating, scrolling Red LED time/date with genuine leather strap. Look at this watch around your wrist, and you will make everyone's head turn. This beauty comes with 2 year warranty. US$170. This is worth the price

[Diesel Scrolling LED watch]

A functional laptop bag ahead of its time from Built-NY

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Tue, 13 May 2008 03:40:00 +0000

My favorite Built NY has just released a signature neoprene Laptop Backpack is ahead of times than other laptop bags. Although in design a little ahead of its time, this ultra-slim backpack holds laptops from 12–17" with room to spare for books, folders or other essentials. "Two additional smaller compartments provide storage options for your other necessities; one conveniently located directly on the shoulder strap for easy access". Comes in two sizes to fit most shapes of people. Also features, water resistant exterior, adjustable sternum strap, & machine washable. US$80 regardless of Green, Black, or Woodgrain Black/Slate purchase. I want one now.

[Built NY Laptop Bag]

A form factor computer worthy of being an Art

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 23:26:00 +0000

This 11(L)x7.5(W)x6.7(H) Inch KPC by Shuttle is a latest small from footprint, customizable, eco-friendly linux OS loaded cube computer. With its Intel Celeron or upgraded Pentium dual core, 512MB or 1GB memory, 5.1 channel high-def audio & 80GB Hard drive, it truly re-defined the cute factor. Out of the box, its not built for hard core gamers or usage, however it come pre-loaded with internet, email, instant messaging, office application (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and drawing program), media player, & photo organizer. It doesn't have WiFi but does have LAN port and perforations for installing a PCI wireless card. The front panel, like a photo frame, can accept pictures and design to match your deco. Best part, as a fully functional out-of-box computer it costs US$229 for Celeron 512mb or US$299 for Core Duo 1gb upgraded version. Grab it while supplies still last.

[KPC]

Take coupon cutting and magazine scrapping electronic

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 05:12:00 +0000

Ript is your computerized answer to ripping, piling, and arranging piles of information. Its a part scrapbook and part to-do list. It allows users to highlight any text or images from the internet and drag them into Ript files. You can then share (via email) and/or save these stacks in .jpeg. US$ FREE however only for Windows XP and Vista only for now.

[Ript]

Article: How to solve gadget envy

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 02:24:00 +0000

I've got gadget envy. This article from getrichslowly.com written by JD is an interesting article, is close to my heart. Among some ideas it talks about avoiding advertising, temptation, remembering its not a competition and few others. Give it a read, you just might cure your gadget expense. I don't know it will help me though.

[How to Solve Gadget Envy]

Expand your power strip from 13 to 18

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 01:55:00 +0000

Now why didn't I think of this before. This surge protector has 6 individually adjustable socket that allows it to expand from 13 inches to 18 inches. 2160 Joules of surge protection, Six feet of power cord, Cable management channels are among other features. US$39.99

[Adjustable Power Strip]

Article: So you want to play the investing game?

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 04:40:00 +0000

In this article 35 Common Sense Rules for Investing, author presents some very effective 35 common sense rules. If you are new or a veteran, check yourself against these before making your next trade. Happy hunting.

[35 Common Sense Rules for Investing]

No mess or fuss or even strangers for self portriats - Quik Pod

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 04:20:00 +0000

The Quik Pod is the self-photographers dream device. Its a small portable telescoping device that you attach your camera to. You extend it out hold it and take self photographs without the help of a stranger. The manufacturer claims that due to it lightweight your hand will stay perfectly stable as you shoot your self. This device has been getting a great deal of media coverage lately. They have plenty of accessories (suction cup mount, cross legs, carrying bag, etc.) even a heavy duty version for DSLR cameras. The heavy duty one is touted to be usable as a monopod. It can even be used under water. Check out the pictures and video on the product site. Starts at US$24.95. Get one for your upcoming vacation / event.

[Quik Pod]

Whose your daddy of all Fanny Packs

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 05:07:00 +0000

The Grabit Pack designed by a stunt man & special effects artist Louis Kiss, is a fanny pack that has been 'masculanized' and re-birthed into the 21st century. The design is similar to a tactical gun holster only it is meant to carry your gadget / every day gear that you can fit into its three pockets (cell phone pocket, wallet pocket and a top misc pocket). US$23.00. I couldn't say how fashionable it could be for daily city use (might actually scare some people), but I can certainly see it usefulness in the outdoors and in certain careers.

[Grabit Pack]

Take pictures of fish in their natural habitat - under the water

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 02:10:00 +0000

This underwater camera mask from Liquid Image is exactly that. This is a static focus (that means no zooming) mask that takes Micro SD card, powered by 2AAA batteries takes pictures and videos. The viewfinder is actually embedded as cross-hairs on the lenses. There are two different models to fit different age ranges. Make sure you get the right model for your age. Price: Un-announced yet. In the mean-time check out The Digital Hero

[Liquid Image Underwater Mask Camera]

The Player that makes me make an exception

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 01:39:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:35:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 18:14:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 18:08:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 17:53:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 05:56:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 05:48:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 02:30:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:54:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Simon) — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:43:00 +0000

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]