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Dell Mini 5 – iPad/iPhone Killer?

Jake — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:46:19 +0000

Dell entered the tablet marked with the Dell Mini 5. Will it be an iPad or iPhone killer?

We don’t think so. It looks to big to work as a phone, but too small to be a handy tablet… The future will tell.

Source: Engadget

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The iPhone WakeMate

Jake — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 14:28:34 +0000

“The WakeMate will analyze your sleep to find the optimal time for you to wake up.”

Will it also make phone calls to reschedule appointments in case you’ve to sleep a bit longer to reach the ‘optimal time to wake up’?

Source: WakeMate

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Mosquito Repellent USB Dongle

Jake — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 13:11:18 +0000

Plugging this device into any powered USB port should repel most flying insects according to manufacturer. This technology has not, however, received much commercial success… We wonder why…

Source: everythingusb.com

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Digital Wrench: another misplaced combo

Jake — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:17:53 +0000

“The Digital Ratchet Monkey Type is one of those things you don’t know you need until the first time you use it. Whether you’re working with autos, bikes, or anything else mechanical, too little torque risks a nut or bolt loosening inadvertently, and too much may damage your threads.”

Trust me: you’ll never need one. Have you ever damaged a nut or bolt or threads? We haven’t. Furthermore the display will always be in the way when working on hard to reach places (and they always are!).

Source: Japan Trend Shop

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Do it yourself gadget: The Quick-Draw Gadget

Jake — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:15:39 +0000

If you’re unemployed or missing a social life: go make one! It’s creative though!

“I’ll show you how to make the Colgate Wisp Quick Draw Gadget so you too can be minty fresh without even having to reach into your pocket.”

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Strange and gross: Ear Wax Camera/Cleaner

Jake — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:14:56 +0000

I’m not sure if this is a gadget or a gross cleaning device. It’s strange, but, I’ve got to admit: inventive. I for one am not going to put a camera in my ear, or in any other cavity.

Source: TechBlog

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The Pizza Boss 3000 – For Real Men

Jake — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:08:59 +0000

To be honest: this is of course a worthless gadget… but I like it and I think I need one.

“It’ll blast thru pepperoni, extra cheese, even those pesky anchovies”

Source: World Wide Fred

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Gadget Hip Holster: making all gadgets look bad

Jake — Tue, 05 May 2009 15:31:42 +0000

Gadgets can be cool, can be nerdy and can suck. Now here’s a gadget that will make all gadgets look bad.

The moment you put your very cool gadget in this hip holster, it will instantly suck! The sales pitch at Think Geek:

“Travelling through hyperspace isn’t like dustin’ crops, boy! For one thing, you’ve got to make sure you’ve got all your gear with you.”

Source: Think Geek

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The Noodle Slide

Jake — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:04:00 +0000

This is supposed to be fun… and I guess it could be. To be honest I’ve never tried it, but I learned to never play with my food :-]

Source: Japan Trend Shop

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Asus laptop with infused scent

Jake — Mon, 04 May 2009 13:57:11 +0000

They’ve lost it at Asus: “ASUS today launched its new 13.3-inch notebook featuring an infused scent which comes in two different flavors; ‘musky black’ and ‘morning dew’.”

Why? Probably to mask the scent of your smelly colleagues. Or: if you use your laptop in the bathroom, you can prolong your stay there (hope they’ve improved the battery life). Just guessing here, off course :-]

Source: Aving

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