It doesn’t really kill you, but it does spin. Shower technology is one of those fields that isn’t touched enough. It is something I do almost everyday (I’m a dirty boy), but without the joy of gadgets. That is changing with the The Five Head Spinning Showerhead (could have made a cooler name though) from Hammacher Schlemmer.
The Five Head Spinner has 32 spouts and can spin at 120 rpm. The effect is suppose to be massaging while “generating an invigorating rush of water that conventional showerheads cannot achieve”. It can operate on as little as 0.5 Pa, and will set you back $US99.95.
Who doesn’t want a piece of metal spinning 12o rpm right above their head while they shower? Not me, that’s for sure.
For more info, click over to DVICE.
It doesn’t create green electricity, nor does it create water (or wine for that matter), but it does prevent your drink from freezing when it drops below zero. Plus it has the ability to keep beverages warm for twice as long as a standard aluminum-polyurethane bottle. It is the drink bottle for hikers of the future, except it is available now.
The Laken ISO 70 drink bottle is insulated by a material called Aerogel, which is made of 99.8% air. Other then the excellent insulation properties, it is also very light. The 24 ounce bottle (600ML) weighs less then half the weight of other conventional vacuum bottles.
They are available now for $US59, and if you are going to the Antarctic is it a must have gadget. I recommend reading up on Aerogel, because if they are already placing it in drink bottles, the next place might be your next iPod.
For more info, click over to OhGizmo!
You have your pocket protector, a Linux smartphone, but what will you do when it gets dark? The Cap Light is going to be the ultimate accessory for you. It simply attaches to the bottom of you hat and features 5 LED lights.
Really, if you buy one of these (it is only $US16 BTW), and use it in the outside world, you are going to get made fun of by a lot of people. This will be multiplied if you live in a metro area. Remember you have been warned.
For more info, flash over to ChipChick.
P.S. Thank you for the fix Forrest.
If you thought it was only the MacDonald’s hamburgers that could last 12 months without decomposing you are now wrong. Trekking-Mahlzeiten, a subsidiary of Katadyn (they don’t make cat food btw), have created the worlds first canned hamburger. The purpose, such is the purpose for most canned items Trekking-Mahlzeiten make, is for trekking and survival in extreme conditions. Preparation is as simple as chucking it in a fire for 1-2 mins, fishing it out, and enjoying the burger goodness. Don’t ask me how they manage to keep lettuce, tomato and onion fresh for 12months, that is above me.
For more info, hike over to Gizmag.
Your cat will never ever forgive you for doing this to him or her. I would say that if the kittens of the world found out I gave you the idea to do it, they will turn on me, and trust me, that is the last thing I need.
What I am talking about are Kitty Wigs. They are little wigs especially made for your feline friend (or enemy if you try and put one on them). They are available now for a low price of $US50. In the box you get the crazy wig of your choice (from a selection of four, which is said to grow soon) a mouse rattle (to get your cats attention while you make it look stupid) and a pawproof case to protect your wig from the revenge your cat will surely take out on it. If they do a Marge Simpson wig I will be so down with buying one of these.
Go to the Kitty Wig Website to buy one now, Or over to the RedFerret Blog for more info.
Imagine how many girls (0r guys) would be after you if you had one of these ultra cool Chewbacca’s hanging from your skinny nerd back? It would be a number so small, that you could count the amount of people on one hand, even if it was missing fingers. I really think it is cute, and if you are Han Solo (or a wannabe), go to Think Geek to gets yours for $US39.99.
For more info, hyper drive over to the OhGimzo! Blog.
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Take a little unique design, a few USB ports and a squid and you get the new Lacie USB hub. The design itself has been done before, with the older version featuring Firewire as well as a slew of other “things”. The new model takes on the concept but simplifies it (and makes it more useful) by making it USB only. The Lacie hub features 8 flexable USB arms, external power supply (very handy) and a flower petal kit (no freaking idea, but it must be pretty), and will set you back just under $US80. If you like unusual design, you can’t go past this little creature.
For more info, click over to the Electronista Website.