Well they certainly don’t make Hot Wheels cars like this, do they? UK-based Amalgam Fine Collection sells what has to be some of the most detailed model collectible cars I’ve ever seen. Looking through the photos of this 1/8th scale McLaren F1 LM on their website it’s almost hard to tell it’s actually a model at times.
And if McLaren isn’t your thing, most other high performance sports cars appear to be available from the Ferrari Enzo, to Aston Martins, to the Bugatti Veyron. And the price? Well the McLaren model pictured above sells for £3,250, or just over $5,300, making it seem like a real bargain when compared to the real thing. (You’ve got to justify it somehow!)
The retro segmented red LED display and hardened aluminum case give this watch a unique look that might appeal to watch aficionados, but in reality it’s the geeks of the world who will want this strapped to their wrist. Why you ask? Well the display is actually touch-sensitive, but the only thing tapping the face actually does is switch the way the time is displayed between binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal. So while it might not be able to compete with more expensive watches when it comes to design and style, I’d like to see a Rolex switch to a binary mode. (Actually I wouldn’t.)
It’s available from ThinkGeek for $149.99 but since only 200 of these were made you’ll want to act fast if you really want one.
I have my doubts this modern take on the Pet Rock will be as quite a phenomenon as the original Pet Rock from the 70′s was, but if you’re looking for a cheap gift for that geek in your life, you don’t need to look any further. Available from ThinkGeek for just $9.99, every USB Pet Rock is unique in terms of shape and color, and you never have to install any special software or drivers to use it. You just take it out of the box, plug it into a USB port and let it do its thing. Now what exactly that thing is is up to your imagination, but really, the possibilities are endless.
If you’ve never picked up one of Traveller’s Tales LEGO-themed games, it’s something I’d recommend for most people. Sure, they seem a bit childish, but when you combine the nostalgic feel of LEGO’s with Star Wars, Batman or Indiana Jones you’re going to have a good time. The second LEGO Indiana Jones game has been released, and today I’ll bring you my thoughts on the PSP version.
If you’ve played any of the previous LEGO games, then you’ll be in familiar territory. The premise is to run around, smash things, build stuff and solve puzzles. Along the way you’ll collect studs and bricks that will allow you to unlock new characters, maps and bonuses.
When wireless mice came out, everyone was dreaming of an unwired PC. Eventually the only cord going to our computers would be for power, right? All-in-one computers and laptops can actually get away with only a power cord, but most desktop users still have half a dozen cables connected. Heck, as a gamer even my mouse is still corded, which for some people can be a nuisance. That cord can easily get caught on something, ruining that perfect shot. If you refuse to switch to a wireless setup, then here’s a device that can get that cord out of the way.
The ROCCAT Apuri is actually a USB hub that has an extra function. It features an arm that holds your mouse cord up so that it won’t catch or drag on anything. I could see this sitting on top of someone’s desk, especially since it isn’t too hard on the eyes. For those with keyboard trays, you might not find it to be as useful. Of course, the $60 price will likely be enough to make most people think twice about it.
That sweet looking curvy display we first saw at CES back in 2008 is finally available to consumers with too much money to spend, only about a year late. For a mere $6500, you can be the proud owner of the Ostendo CRVD, a curved 43″ 2880 x 900 quad-DLP rear projection monitor. Ostendo says that most of the units have been sold to the military for simulators and stuff, but this is what it’s really for:
If you’ve never heard of Swype, it’s a company that’s looking to change the way we enter text into mobile devices. So far, you’ve had two options: T9 and iPhone-like qwerty keyboards. Three options, really, if you count Multitap, but who uses that anyway? All these methods involve tapping distinct buttons. Swype however has you moving your finger from one letter to the next, without ever lifting it. This makes for one-handed text input that’s supposed to feel natural and intuitive. The system essentially makes out what you’re trying to say from what looks like a bunch on unintelligible squibbles. Early reviews were positive and now the company has announced that the first Swype-enabled phone to hit the market will be the Omnia II, on Verizon, on December 2nd.
The above video shows a side by side comparison of Swype versus someone typing on the iPhone. Never mind that the iPhone user is obviously challenged and types slower than my grandmother would. What’s interesting is to see Swype in action, and keep in mind that it’s one-handed.
The built-in speakers on the Apple MacBooks aren’t that bad, though like with most laptops, they don’t reproduce the mid to low frequencies as well as a home stereo would. So the BassJump is essentially a portable subwoofer specifically designed for the MacBook that complements its built-in speakers with a bit of extra bass. It connects to the laptop with a single USB cable which is also used for power, and it includes its own software which blends the sound coming from the MacBook’s speakers with the bass coming from the subwoofer to produce an overall fuller, richer sound. $79.99 from Twelve South.
Made from biodegradable and recyclable plastic, the Aqua Jar attaches to any plastic bottle that has a standard threaded opening making the beverage inside easier to pour thanks to a contoured spout and generous handle. It was created by industrial design lab GR for home accessories company balvi, and while the Aqua Jar doesn’t appear to be on their site just yet, it will supposedly be available in orange, graphite and frost colors.
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