Saturday, December 26, 2009

Latest Posts on Coolest Gadgets

Latest Posts on Coolest Gadgets

Coin Shrinking Money Box

Posted: 25 Dec 2009 05:36 PM PST

coin-shrinking-money-boxPiggy banks are dime a dozen in terms of design and theme, but the Coin Shrinking Money Box is certainly unique since it boasts some rather magical properties (others would say it is an optical illusion), where all you need to do is pop down your spare change and see it shrink right before your very eyes!

Of course, it really is an illusion, and you’ll always be able to get your money back again at the correct size – just open up the compartment at the rear and watch your pennies cascade forth. Or for anyone concerned about appearances, it’s made from hardy black plastic, and the interior of the box features an attractive Paisley wallpaper design, so even aesthetically it’s the coolest place to put your wonga. If you’re saving the pennies or even if you just need something to remind you that magic definitely exists, then you should get your hands on the Coin Shrinking Money Box and watch your money shrink while it grows.

Bear in mind that the £6.99 Coin Shrinking Money Box works only with UK coins, but even so the slot that comes with it will not take in £1 coins – strange decision, that. If you can’t get your little one to start saving, some “magic” coin box might just be your tool of persuasion!

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Memory loss countered with Kind Reminder

Posted: 25 Dec 2009 05:29 PM PST

kind-reminderBeing a caregiver for the elderly is no mean task, and those who are raised around Asian cultures know that filial piety rank pretty high in the order of importance for any family. After all in an ideal world, parents were the ones who raised us up right over the years, all the way from our diaper wearing days, seeing us through university with their hard-earned savings in order for us to land a cushy job in a high powered company. Isn’t it time for one to repay the favor then by making sure our aged folks are well taken care of? Unfortunately, life with those who suffer from memory loss or Alzheimer’s can prove to be quite challenging, but thank goodness technology has advanced to such a state where it could help one out – in this case, the Kind Reminder.

The Kind Reminder functions as a simple device that basically plays a comforting message recorded in the familiar voice of a caregiver, friend, or family member. It works best with those who are with early- to mid-stage Alzheimer’s or suffer from age-related memory loss. For example, a standard message could be “Hi, Mom. Today is Tuesday, you have had a good breakfast and taken all of your medication. Mary is here with you, and I will be back this afternoon.” Sounds pretty rudimentary, but something like this when played on demand has been proven to offer calm to one who is often anxious and confused. It does make us wonder why can’t a more affordable solution be used – for example, an iPod shuffle with similar voice recordings loaded onto the playlist for the user to play at their whims and fancies.

This is a notable effort from the daughter of someone who is an Alzheimer’s patient, and also works well for those who suffer from dementia. It isn’t unsightly enough that it can be worn as a pendant or placed on a nearby table or counter. Being relatively small, lightweight, and easy to operate, all you need to do is press the large button to hear whatever caring message that has been preloaded. These messages are easily changed and recorded, with responses to cater for the frustrating, repetitive questions often asked by Alzheimer’s patients in order to reduce caregiver stress.

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Joker Racer R/C Server

Posted: 25 Dec 2009 05:22 PM PST

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A server on wheels – what comes to your mind when that phrase is mentioned? Most of us might think of a waiter wearing a pair of skates, but this time round, we’re talking about the Joker Racer R/C Server. This is a real deal Linux server that has been shrunk to a miniscule size, making it small enough to be installed onto radio-controlled cars, where you can then control it from a standard Web browser or using a client program for the iPhone (which is currently under development, seeing action only sometime next year). While the Joker Racer R/C Server is not for sale at the moment, it could have plenty of potential especially in a tie up with Tamiya or other notable R/C car manufacturers.

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Doormat Scale does as it says

Posted: 25 Dec 2009 05:18 PM PST

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Furnishing a new home can be quite the adventure, and depending on which point of view you are coming from, it could be either a positive or negative experience. Most ladies would bemoan the fact that their men seem less than interested in how the house is filled up, from its choice of colors to fittings and furniture, while others gush on how their men take the lead in such matters. While we can talk about different styles and methods of getting a house home-ready, there is one essential accessory that you must not miss out on – the humble doormat.

The front door of your home is the gateway to the outside world, and every single day there ought to be at least one person going in and out. How else are you going to remove all those dirt trapped under your shoes? The answer lies in the humble doormat, and this Doormat Scale that we are covering today does exactly as it says – it helps prevent additional dirt from making their way around your home, and even more so will give a glimpse on how much you weigh at the moment. Perfect for you to find out just how heavy your guests are if you’re hosting a party, although this move might embarrass said guests who are wearing a dress one size too small for their weight range.

Functioning like any other standard bathroom scale, this Doormat Scale will display one’s weight in kilos, so folks who aren’t too used to the metric system migth want to give this a pass since there is no lbs equivalent. On the other hand, it makes for a great doormat, since it's covered in coconut fiber which does extremely well in trapping and hiding a huge amount of dirt. As the back of the mat is made of latex, the doormat will boast anti-slip properties. It is a mechanical scale that will run perpetually forever since there is no need for any batteries, just make sure you don’t go above the 160kg mark and it ought to function just right.

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TearDrop iPod Water Resistant Bathroom Speaker

Posted: 25 Dec 2009 08:05 AM PST

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There are several different types of speakers that will work for your bathroom.  No matter what your tastes or preferences, it won’t be hard for you to find that perfect fit for you.  These cute speakers will keep your iPod safe, all the while giving a cute and quirky shape to your music.  The water droplets will make sure your music can go with you even into the most damp conditions.

I wouldn’t exactly dunk these under the water in your bathtub.  However, they are water resistant, so you could hang one in your shower.  Just put your iPod within the water drop and it’ll allow for your music to play while it’s out of harm’s way.  It stays powered by using a set of batteries.  It’s compatible with the iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle and various other MP3 players.  It also has an earphone jack.  You can purchase the speaker for $58 in pink, blue or white.

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Posted: 24 Dec 2009 09:01 PM PST

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