From the category archives:
The Shocking Pen looks like an ordinary pen but it can emit the real electric shock that can cause interference with electrical devices such as pacemakers. It is powered by an included “AAA” battery. Don’t use this gadget if you or anyone you know suffer from epilepsy or any similar illnesses, and not suitable for pregnant women. The Shocking Pen retails for $10 at WowZzers. [Product Page]
Here is the £14.99 R/C Black Widow Spider that was created by London’s Natural History Museum for the touch of authenticity. Measuring 12 inch long, the “spider” is able to creep in all directions or even spin itself around on a time. You can control it within a 30-foot radius with the remote control. [Play]
Tuttuki Bako is a little gadget from Japan where you will be able to poke a digital pet friend. It is currently available in three different colors including red, yellow, and black. If you are lonely, then you can purchase this toy for $ 47.25 each. [GeekStuff4U]
If you got the time (and the will) you can make anything with LEGO bricks these days. Take this V8 engine for example. It took dude 4 months to build this. If I didn’t know better I’d start building my own version of the Lamborghini Reventon with LEGOs right now, but I’d have to come up with the jet engine which will probably set me… 4 years?! Check out the video after the jump. [Hacked Gadgets] More
The RC Flying Saucer from ThinkGeek comes equipped with a built in accelerometer that allows the flying saucer to sense tilt on two axes and adjust the power of each propeller to keep it flying. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. ThinkGeek’s RC Flying Saucer retails for $100. [Product Page] More
Hot Toys has plans to release a 1:6 scale collectible figure of Tony Stark’s Mark 2 Iron Man prototype suit. The figure features over 36 points of articulation, Metal-like painting, light up eyes and heart, articulated flaps on the back and legs, working forearm missile, three interchangeable hands and an alternative head that features a rising face-plate revealing Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark. Expected to be released in Winter 2008. [Hot Toys]
Add a little fun to your desktop with these animated martial arts kids ‘KANFUBOI’ (Kung-Fu-Boy). Just set the little dudes on your desktop, switch ‘em on, and watch the punches fly. A built-in sound sensor sets punches flying on your unsuspecting victims. Unfortunately, these fun desk toys only available in Japan for Â¥1995 (appx. $18 USD) each. [e-goods]
Your DJ buddies may laugh at you, but if you’re brave enough to try, these Plastinkus portable scratch pads will boost your cool with the ladies. Small as credit cards, they create good enough sounds close to the real thing. Each pad will set you back around $4.27 a pop, chump change for an ego upgrade. [Product Page] More
The following description may resemble R2-D2 of Star Wars. This teddy bear will have holographic display so kids can surf the internet, play games, and attend remote classes. It has been tested by some hospitalized children who are unable to go past their rooms. The designer hopes it will make it to consumer as early as 2010. [Bruno Oro]
Are you l33t enough to take your gadgets in the shower? If you are, check out these kewl mouse shaped soaps. They’re only prototypes, but it kinda gives you hope eh? 
[technabob via PeepCulture]
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