Travel mugs are priceless in certain situations, so of course they are all over the place. But apparently they all pale in comparison to the Ultimate Travel Mug.
What makes it “ultimate”? Well, for starters it doesn’t have a sip hole, it has a button. The top opens by pushing the button, then closes with a push of the outer ring, so it’s only exposed to the outside while you drink from it, thus keeping the liquid warmer for a longer time. Double walls? Of course, but not any walls: there’s vacuum between them.
The lack of a handle is presented as an advantage, but I’d like one, personally. If you’re a klutz you’re much less likely to drop something you have a good grip on.
On the plus side, the makers invented the first travel mug, so that’s got to count for something.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $15.99 on Amazon.com.
Via bookofjoe
If your lace, ribbons, crinolines or petticoats aren’t Gothic Lolita enough for you, you might need extra accesorizing. Like… a phone charm? Perhaps.
The Gothic-Lolita Black Rose Petit Mirror Cell Phone Strap has a very descriptive name and lets me with little to add. It’s a black mirror, yes, it’s got a Victorian-ish rose design, it attaches to a cell phone.
It’s also too small to be actually useful and looks like cheap plastic, that’s why I think it would only look good as an accesory to a full Gothic outfit. Otherwise it would just be tacky.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: ~$4 on Strapya-World.com.
Via ShinyShiny
What’s a pirate? How many of you thought “someone who downloads and distributes files ilegally”, I wonder? What about Long John Silver? Or, to use a more recent example, Jack Sparrow? While sea piracy still exists, the meaning of the word has broadened to encompass (part of) cybercrime too. But why couldn’t a sea pirate turn to computers if they were more profitable?
The character in the 21st Century Pirate t-shirt is a mixture of both worlds. Parrot, Jolly Roger, missing leg, hook instead of a hand – check. Computer, ripped discs, camera rips – check. It would be pretty difficult to use a mouse or a keyboard with a hook, though, so maybe this change of career isn’t really the best move.
But the t-shirt rocks. The association of the two pirate “styles” isn’t new, but the rendition is almost perfect.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $17 on Threadless.com.
Via FashionablyGeek
I never considered that scratching a CD could be a good thing… but, of course, it makes sense. If you want to get rid of it, but it contains information you’d rather not risk sharing with the world, it’s a case of “better safe than sorry”. Most of us would just find the nearest pointy object and proceed to write our name on the surface of the disc, but for bulk disposal a better solution is needed.
Unless you’re willing to scratch a dozen CDs with a key, the Disc Eraser could be a perfect answer. It’s very simple to use: place the CD in the Eraser, close it, move the slider over the disc, admire the deep scratch across it.
In the end, it depends on your needs. For 2 discs, just get a key or a knife. For 200 discs… I’d seriously consider this. Well, as long as you don’t mind doing some manual labor.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $15.99 on DiscEraser.com.
Via OhGizmo!
Sometimes decisions are too hard to make and we need help… even in the form of random events. Why else would people love magic 8 balls so much?
The Executive Decision Maker is an alternative to the old ball or dice, and it’s more entertaining to use. Using magnetism, the pendulum swings and eventually stops on one of the options: Yes, Ask a Friend, Try Again, No Way, Definitely or Maybe. As we know, pendulums are also used in hypnotism, so even if you don’t need the answer to any pressing questions you might find yourself prodding it just to see it swing back and forth.
Besides, I think devices like this actually can help people make good decisions. If you get a “no way” but your gut is telling you that’s wrong, you have your actual answer.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $11.95 on X-tremeGeek.com.
Via Gizmodo
Is Friday such a slow day that I can’t find any gadgets to get excited about?
Look at the latest: Star Wars Clone Wars – Action Sound LCD Watch. Ok, a Star Wars product seems interesting. Except in this case it sounds good if you’re 10. This watch feature a sculpture of a Clone Trooper which, once pushed away, reveals buttons that make sounds from the movie. I’m sure I wouldn’t loved it when I was a pre-teen (wow! lasers!), but right now… I fail to be impressed.
Do kids these days still like Star Wars? If you’ve got a young nephew who’s into the latest series this could make a perfect gift, but it’s way too tacky for an adult. Even for a Star Wars fan.
How much under $29.99?
Some: ~$16 on ForbiddenPlanet.co.uk.
Via FashionablyGeek
Even though we might feel Twitter is the best thing since sliced bread, some might be amazed to know that other people don’t even know what Twitter is. For them, a mug with your thoughts written on it would be a big “wtf”.
But for the addicts, the Twitsig Mug is just another way of expressing themselves. In more than 140 characters even, if they have small handwriting. The mug features the familiar graphics so, if you feel your office needs to know what you’re up to, grab a felt tip pen and get offline twittering.
Why you would want to twitter at people who can see you, beats me, but you can do it. At least as a tribute to your undying love of microblogging. (Now they’ll be sure you’re a disturbed one so they’ll avoid you. Writing your thoughts down might end up the last way of communicating…)
How much under $29.99?
Some: $13.95 on Zazzle.com.
Via
ShinyShiny
Judging by the number of gadgets and gizmos dedicated to identifying bags at airports and such, people must have real trouble with this. I still think the easiest way out is buying luggage in wacky colors (how could you miss a bright pink troller?), but sometimes this is not an option.
The Luggage Locator is one solution… but I wouldn’t recommend it in all situations. Let’s start with what it does. It has two parts: a remote and a receiver with a light and a sound alarm. When you push the button on the remote, the alarm will go off and the LED will turn on, thus reuniting you and your clothes.
However… consider what airport security will think of it. Hm. I’d rather not find out for myself. But it can work great in other places: a hotel hall, or a train station, or maybe even the luggage compartment of a bus. No security people there, and it’s much easy than rummaging around or examining all the black bags you can see.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $19.85 on Magellans.com.
Via bookofjoe
Having children can be a blessing for anyone, but let’s admit it, it’s not always the most pleasant experience. Especially if your angel decides to be obnoxious and cause the most trouble possible.
Even for those who don’t have kids, this image is familiar from movies: mum with a spoon, trying to make the food go inside baby’s food, not on the floor or clothes. In a case like this, a gadget like the Boon Squirt Baby Food Dispensing Spoon could make parents’ lives a bit easier, especially when traveling.
It looks very easy to use: the container must be filled with baby food, and then all mum has to do is squeeze it a little to allow some food to pass to the spoon. Baby can still make a mess, but he can’t knock any bowl over and the poor mother won’t have to keep dipping her spoon in food all the time. And in case you have to go out for a bit and don’t want to drag a jar of food around, you can just fill the Boon and be on your way.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $7.99 on Amazon.com.
Via Coolest Gadgets
People like to listen to music everywhere. I understand. But when people want to inflict their music on everyone’s ears, that’s where my understanding stops.
The basic idea of the Stroll-a-Tune
is admirable: if you’re out with your baby, you want to be aware of the environment and avoid potential danger. But the solution is… a pair of speakers mounted on the stroller handle?! Why doesn’t turning your headphones lower work? If the singer is not screaming in your ears, you can hear everything around you and, get this, no one can hear your music. I’m happy for you that you have a fun day out with your child and I’m sure he likes the music, but please, save it for when you’re at home. Think about the others for a little and don’t assume they will love your tunes.
How much under $29.99?
A little: $24.95 on Amazon.com.
Via RedFerret
