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Solar Candle

Posted Monday, August 30th, 2010 by jenni

Thousands of people use candles on a daily basis. There are at least 10 in our house at any given time. The only problem with traditional candles that you might buy in the store is that when they are burned, they can release chemicals into the atmosphere. This can be both harmful to you and the environment. Plus you always have to make sure you have a lighter on hand to light them. Now there is an even better solution to those who like to have candlelight at night.

This is the . This is solar powered and is the perfect eco-friendly . A great benefit to having this over traditional candles is that all you have to do is place it in a place where there is sunlight and that is it. It will charge in the day and then automatically light when it gets dark. The Solar features a realistic flickering light and is made of wax that doesn’t drip because it doesn’t get lit. The Solar will provide the perfect mood lighting for any situation. The Solar can be found here for 13 Euros (around 16.75 US).

USB Anion Air Purifier

Posted Friday, August 13th, 2010 by jenni

Air purifiers have become something that many people want to have in their homes to make the air they breathe healthier. The only problem with traditional air purifiers are that they often take up not only space but they have to be plugged into the wall. These air purifiers can’t be taken with you when you go somewhere either. Now there is an that can be connected through the port.

This is the USB Air Purifier. The way this purifier works is that it emits healthy negative ions into the air. These ions then attach themselves to air molecules and negatively charge them. The emitted negative ions purify the air and remove the toxic substances. These toxic substances include odors, dust and molds. The Air Purifier is effective for prevention of certain diseases that are caused by pollutants in the air. This gadget can be found in red/black and yellow/white and weights only 101 grams. This makes the USB Air Purifier perfect for taking anywhere you take your laptop.

TheBook eReader by Augen

Posted Wednesday, August 4th, 2010 by jenni

For book readers there has been a new movement in the way that books are read. This is the movement is to using electronic book readers. Now there are many different types available on the market. One of these eReaders is the by . This is unlike some of the other readers available.

TheBook stands out in the market because it not only displays the books you want to read but will read the book to you. This text to sound feature is available on many books unless it has been blocked by the rights holder. This eReader also comes with 150 preloaded books for you to enjoy which include “A Tale of Two Cities”, “Black Beauty” and “Encyclopedia Britannica”. Some other features of TheBook by Augen include built in WiFi, basic web browser, 2GB of storage allowing you to store up to 1,500 of your favorite books and built in speakers. There is also a MP3/MP4 audio and video player available on TheBook so you can play some of your favorite videos and music. One of the best features is the adjustable text size allowing any reader to comfortably read any book. With TheBook by Augen you will be on your way to reading some of the books on your reading list.

UV Mini Toothbrush Sanitizer

Posted Monday, July 26th, 2010 by jenni

Brushing your teeth is an everyday part of life. The only part, that many people are not aware of, is that your can harbor more bacteria than you intend to brush away from your teeth. This can be especially true for those of us who forget to replace our toothbrushes on a regular basis. This unintentional addition of bacteria to your mouth can cause many different types of dental problems. You can buy but many of us don’t have the extra room for a , until now.

The UV Toothbrush Sanitizer is the smallest sanitizer available on the market and has been proven to be efficient to 99.99%. That makes this the perfect toothbrush sanitizer for anyone who doesn’t have the extra space or for anyone who travels. This sanitizer works by using a CCFL UV-C lamp that emits 253.7 nm wavelengths of UV light. There are two different types of sanitizer available: one is powered by cable alone and the other has a rechargeable battery and uses the cable. The great thing about this sanitizer is that it will automatically start when the lid is closed and turns off when opened. There is an LED light that shows blue when being used and red when charging. The UV Toothbrush Sanitizer is not only great to take on your trips but it is stylish as well.

AstroEye Planetarium

Posted Saturday, July 24th, 2010 by jenni

Staring up at the in the night sky can be a fun and educational experience. For those in the city, they don’t get the chance to experience the at night because of the light pollution. Now there is something that even people in the city can use to see all of the constellations in the night sky. This is the AstroEye .

With this spherical shaped planetarium, you will be able to see over 8,000 stars on your room ceiling. The AstroEye Planetarium has the ability to rotate either clockwise or counterclockwise at five different speeds. This will give you the idea that you are outside looking up into the night sky. An interesting feature of this planetarium is that you can view the constellations either labeled or not. Some other features of the AstroEye Planetarium are day to day movement of stars, shooting star function, and a sleep timer function. The sleep timer can be set for either 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. This is the perfect function for using in a child’s room because it will turn itself off after the selected period of time.

Cisco Home Energy Management

Posted Thursday, July 8th, 2010 by jenni

For many families, it is important to know and be able to regulate how much their homes use. There are many ways that this can be accomplished. Many people go to turning off lights and devices when they are not using them and even unplugging ones that won’t be used for a while. There are now devices being designed to tell you what your use is and how to control it.

The Cisco Home Energy Management device is just one of these devices that will help your family up to date with what energy is being used. This device will provide up to date energy and budgeting information that will allow you to get optimized home energy use. This device also allows you to see visually the amount of energy your home is using and will let you control how that energy is used. One of the features of the Cisco Home Energy Management device is the touchscreen display. The touchscreen allows you to find and use applications quickly and easily. Some of the other features that make this device great are common networking protocols/security and energy management applications. The Cisco Home Energy Management device will allow you control over the amount of energy that is used in your home and save you money.

Orange Power Wellies

Posted Tuesday, June 15th, 2010 by jenni

As the world pushes for more green ways of accomplishing everyday tasks, new devices are being developed. Since there are thousands, if not millions, of cell phones being used all over the world everyday, that means that there are thousands of people charging their phones everyday. Now there is a greener solution to plugging in your phone to the wall. You can now use the power of your feet to charge your phone.

The Orange Power Wellies (which are rubber ) are what make this possible. The great thing about these is that you will always be able to charge your , no matter how remote an area you might be in. The Orange Power Wellies work by collecting heat in the soles as you walk and use that to charge your phone later. The reason this works is that when the heat interacts with the cold ground it creates . The collection of heat is known as the Seebeck effect. These boots are a collaboration between Orange and GotWind. With the Orange Power Wellies you will never be left in the middle of nowhere with a dead battery.

Giant Keyboard on IWOOT

Posted Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010 by jenni

Larger is better; at least that is what we are always told. In the case of the Keyboard this saying is true. This is unlike any keyboard you have ever played before and does not require any playing experience needed to play. With the Keyboard, parties will never be the same. Now, just like in the Tom Hanks movie Big, you have a fun time with something unique.
This keyboard measures out to 180×80 cm when laid completely flat. It is large enough for multiple people to play at the same time. The Giant Keyboard features 24 keys that simply have to be pressed with your feet. If you are brave enough to tackle Chopin Nocturne, there might be some running needed. The Giant Keyboard comes with eight different musical instrument sounds including standard , saxophone, vibraphone and violin. There are also 10 automated songs which include Toreador Song, Fur Elise, Red River Valley, In Tow, Yankee Doodle Dandy, The Clap Hands Song and Waltz. With a recording function that allows you to record eight-note sequence and play it back. The Giant Keyboard runs on 4 AA batteries and is a great way to introduce musical instruments to children.

Uzi Tactical Pen

Posted Tuesday, May 25th, 2010 by jenni

Safety is becoming an ever growing issue. As the times get tougher and tougher on people, more people are starting to feel they don’t have many options left. For this reason, we can see that the safety market is growing everyday. There are many forms of safety available and they range from security system to simple thing that can be carried like stun guns. Now there is a that can be used to defend yourself if needed.

This pen is the Uzi Tactical Pen. This pen is more than your standard utensil. The pen itself is made out of high grade aircraft aluminum and will write not only upside down but also underwater. The unique feature of the Uzi Tactical Pen is at the top end of the pen. The crown looking end of this pen allows you to use it to prick or injure your attacker. When you do this, the pen will collect DNA allowing the police to capture the attacker if they run off. If you know how to use the pen it can be as dangerous as any bladed weapon. With black ink and a removable pocket clip, you will have a defensive tool that no one will suspect.

WaveBox Portable Microwave Oven

Posted Sunday, May 16th, 2010 by jenni

Have you even been out or even traveling and wished that you could make a meal quickly? Or have you wanted to spend less time cooking and more time enjoying all the amazing things nature has to offer? Now you can make it food quickly without having to wait for the fire to get burning. That is all thanks to the Oven.

The WaveBox Portable Microwave Oven is the perfect addition for anyone who loves the outdoors because it only weighs in at 14 pounds, so it is easy to move as you . It has a reinforced ABS plastic shell, heavy duty luggage handle and no slip rubberized legs. There are three power options including a removable AC cord, direct connection to a 12 volt battery and in vehicle power outlet. With three preset cook buttons you will be able to cook meals quickly and then be off to enjoy the great outdoors. The WaveBox Portable Microwave Oven offers generous cooking space that will accommodate reheatable containers, cups and mugs. This portable microwave oven comes in four colors pearl, cherry, cobalt and midnight and costs $249.99. Camping will never be the same when you take your WaveBox Portable Microwave Oven along.