Don’t judge a book by its cover. These speakers are small, but they are powerful. Both the mini boom box and guitar amp speakers are small enough to fit on your keychain, but these gadgets are more than enough for listening to your favorite MP3s on the go. You just need to plug the iPod or MP3 player into the 3.5-mm audio jack. Each one has a built in USB-rechargeable battery pack that provides enough juice for about 2.5-hours of playback time. If you are interested, you can purchase these speakers for £14.99 ($25). [technabob]
Korean-based ZYRUS has recently introduced its compact USB solar charger in South Korea. Known as the Sun Drive, the device is designed to charge handheld devices including mobile phones, MP3 players, PMPs, and digital cameras. The Sun Drive provides up to 90 to 100-minutes of continuous talking time and 25 to 35-hours of standby time on a single charge. The Sun Drive retails for 29,000 Won ($23) each. [AVING]
If you are looking for a short USB to dock connector cable for the iPod and iPhone, then the iStubz is the best answer for you. The iStubz is actually a shorter version of the cable that you use to charge and sync your iPhone. The cable is available in two sizes, 7cm and 22cm. The 7cm version is priced at $8.95, meanwhile the 22cm model retails for $14.95. [Product Page]
Measuring at only 25cm x 25cm x 25cm, the Large Squares Lamp Shades would be ideal accent lighting in a home, an office, or a bedroom. The lamp is also perfect for use in a kid’s room, especially one interested in gaming or design. If you are interested, this pixelated pendant retails for $70 at Meninos. [Product Page]
If you like lava lamp, then check out this modern version of the lamp that requires electricity. London UK-based Mathmos today introduced the Fireflow R1 and Fireflow O1 that were designed by the same company that invented the original lava lamp over 45 years ago. The R1 looks like a tiny rocket ship, loaded up with bubbly goo that gradually morphs under the warm glow of candlelight. Meanwhile, the O1 comes with a modern design that floats a mouth-blown glass lava container several inches in the air above the flame. Both models are available in a variety of fluorescent colors, and a sparkly glitter version, sans lava. Burn time is rated at approx. 3-hours. Mathmos will released the Fireflow lava lamps this Fall. The Fireflow R1 and Fireflow O1 retail for £29 ($49) and £35 ($60), respectively. More
Available in black, white, or shiny gold, these ceramic pigs from Japan’s I.D.E.A. feature a full-range speaker in their bellies. Its tail also functions as the connector for your media player. The I.D.E.A. Pig Speakers are currently available only in Japan for 4,725 Yens (around $50). More
This is a wireless mouse that will make you hungry all the time, especially if you are a chocolate lover. The mouse might look like an authentic bar of chocolate but unfortunately you cannot eat it. You can only use it as a mouse to navigate the cursor around your computer screen. Priced at £21.99 ($36), the Chocolate Bar Mouse is the ideal gift for someone who loves chocolate. The Chocolate Mouse requires two AAA batteries to operate (not included). [Product Page]
I can say the Kaguya Constellation Aroma Lamp is the most beautiful lamp I’ve ever known. The lamp produces thousands of points of light from its acrylic case, creating a vertical starfield with one of two constellations outlined in its center. It also has the aroma crystal that diffuses essential oils, creating a relaxing atmosphere in the room. You can purchase the Kaguya Constellation Aroma Lamp for $368 at Japan Trend Shop. [Product Page]
The Yoda USB protector is shaped like a Master Yoda figurine from the Star Wars: Clone Wars movie. The toy comes with a sensor that can detect motion between two to three meters away depending on the light in the room. It will stand guard while you are away from your computer. When Yoda detects motion, his lightsaber will illuminate and he will say one of six phrases such as “In the end, cowards are those who follow the dark side“, “A disturbance in the Force there is”, “‘Retreat! Cover you I will“, “Still much to learn you have”, “So certain of defeat are you, hmmm?“, and “Rush not into fight, long is the war – Only by surviving it will you prevail” If you are interested, you can pre-order the Yoda USB desk protector for $26.99 each. [Product Page]
Here is the Octopus-shaped USB cooler for notebook that may dissipate heat more efficiently with all its strange “tentacles”. The cooler has two fans that should be powerful enough to keep your laptop chilled. Its “tentacles” are actually hide-able rubber pads that can hold the laptop securely above with bottom supports allowing you to set up the laptop at an incline or flat. Measuring 189mm x 89mm x 18mm and weighing 157grams, the Blue Octopus notebook cooling pad retails for only $11.70 in blue, green, or black. [Coolest Gadgets]
