WirePod Power Strip is Curly-Wurly Piece of Kit

Designed for US firm Artechnica, Joris Laarman’s power pod truly is a thing of beauty. Designed for people who don’t want heavy-duty power strips—the kind you might find in MacGyver’s tool box—it’s made of thermopla...


Brando’s Jaw-Tastic Solar Charger Will Power All Your Gizmos

This mashup from Brando takes some of Thanko’s electric vampire universal charger idea and the “survival” solar charger and mixes them into one multi-purpose device. Its adjustable contact teeth mean its jaw can grab onto and charge ...


Wii Fit Is Gonna Cost You $90

Nintendo has announced that Wii Fit with the Balance Board will cost $90 when it hits US shelves. We can debate about that price all day, but you should realize that Wii Fit could cost you a lot MORE than $90 if it makes you live longer, you end up bu...


I Saw a Mouse! Where? There in Brando’s USB Mouse Hub

Ok, this is just another four-way USB hub… but this time it’s a hub with added cuteness to please your kids. And yes, it’s just a mouse-shaped gizmo, rather than a pointing device. The little guy from Brando has four bendable legs co...


Bender Webcam Records You Doing Disgusting Things, Meatbag

Reader Matt heard my pleas when I saw the Mr. Burns webcam and decided to take it upon himself to create a one of a kind Bender webcam from scratch. Well, not exactly from scratch—he used a pre-made Bender and a pre-made Creative Live! Video cam...


All Spark USB Hub Gives You Unwanted Responsibility

Captain Witwicky had an excuse; he didn’t know the Decepticons were after the All Spark. In fact, he didn’t even know what the Decepticons were. If you opt to purchase this All Spark USB hub, with 4 ports and retailing at £13.99 ($28), wh...


Ivyskin Xylo T2 Reflect Chrome iPhone Case == Touchscreen Your iPhone Through a Hard Shell

Putting an iPhone in a case is still not something I’d do or recommend as necessary, but if you must protect your precious, here’s a case that claims to protect your touchscreen with a layer of plastic, but also allow you to finger the lcd...