Need to cool down an apartment but want to take your newly-bought AC unit with you when your lease is up? Take a look at the DeLonghi Portable Air Conditioner ($750). With sleek styling, the 11,000-BTU cooling capacity unit will... [More]

Explore and study the origin of the geek in American Nerd: The Story of My People by Benjamin Nugent ($14). This unique tome takes a look at the history of the nerd throughout society and pop culture, examining their tastes... [More]

There's nothing worse than a great bottle of wine gone to waste, so preserve your investments with the 3-bottle Wine Saver Pro ($600). This preservation system works by replacing wine dispensed from a sealed bottle with argon, which forms a... [More]

We're pretty sure this posthumous collaboration should never have happened, but the Converse Chuck Taylor Kurt Cobain sneakers ($50) announced earlier this year are now available. Featuring doodles and words from his personal notebook, the printed shoes are (or aren't)... [More]

If you're serious about your tailgating, you'll want to hear about the Party-A-CarGo ($2,900-$3,800). The hitch-mount unit is a complete CO2 beer kegerator/draft dispensing system with party extras like 6x9 speakers, a 10" subwoofer, 2 or 4-channel amplifier, and CD... [More]

The Dear Ingo Lamp ($TBD), which will be known as "the spider lamp" from here on out, is a chandelier made of 16 black metal task lamps. Sure, it's crazy, but it's also kind of awesome. Get your dimmer ready.... [More]

Free your files from the grip of your computer with the Maxtor Central Axis ($330; July). The 7200 rpm NAS offers 1TB of storage to hold all your media, DLNA compliance so you can serve up photos, video, and music... [More]

Looking for an alternative to overpriced hybrid, electric, and hydrogen-powered cars? Grab yourself an old diesel and the Greasecar Vegetable Oil Conversion System ($TBD). The kit comes with everything you need to convert your diesel-powered car or truck to run... [More]

This inflatable, four-person boat will have you exploring the wonders of the depths this summer. The Eco-Explorer Boat ($300) sports a clear vinyl bottom window and a 300,000-candlepower submersible light that lures sea life for a closer look. It inflates... [More]

To stop Swamp Ass™ in its tracks, pull on some Calvin Klein Tech Cool Underwear. Made of anti-microbial, temperature-regulating stretch cotton, this underwear wicks away moisture to keep you less soggy on those long walks to the office. Shown left... [More]

If you happen to find yourself in the predicament where you have a wad of cash and faced with the decision of purchasing an RV or a Yacht, Terra Wind is about to make your life just a little bit... [More]

It's miserably hot out on the course right now, but if you're forced to make a mid-day outing with the visiting VP, you'll still want to look your best. Try the Nike Dri-Fit UV Tech Golf Polo ($45) and Nike... [More]

Dragging heavy suitcases through increasingly large airports can be a royal pain in the rear — so why not let them drag themselves? That's exactly what PA Series Luggage ($1,370) was designed for. The cases are built using stress frame... [More]

If you've tired of the endless stream of similar-looking, mediocre-performing pocketable digicams, check out the Rolleiflex MiniDigi AF 5.0 ($330). This digitized throwback is a precisely shrunken version of the classic Rolleiflex twin reflex camera in red or black, complete... [More]

Needing a little more accuracy facial hair trimming? Try Jack Black Beard Lube ($15). It's transparent so you can see what you're shaving, and acts as a pre-shave oil and skin conditioner, softening your whiskers for a better shave and... [More]

Ever seen an awesome tee while on a trip, forget to pick it up, and then sulk for days afterward, wishing you had bought it the first time? Well, Destee Nation Shirt Co. ($22/shirt) is here to help. The Seattle-based... [More]

Vizio is going high-end with its new XVT Series LCD TVs. The first two models will be the 42-inch SV420XVT ($1200) and the 47-inch SV470XVT ($1500), both of which will offer 4 HDMI inputs, 1080p resolution with 120Hz operation, Vizio's... [More]

If you're constantly thinking that your everyday aches and pains are caused by some awful, little-known disease, then we have the book for you. The Complete Manual of Things That Might Kill You: A Guide to Self-diagnosis for Hypochondriacs ($14)... [More]

The Super Side Bar ($500-$580) lets you dispense five of your favorite drinks without picking up a single bottle. And, like your own personal bartender, the Side Bar is fully programmable for automatic measuring of mixed drinks. Allowing you to... [More]

All of you AXE haters out there are going to love this. The AXE Detailer Shower Tool ($5) is a dual-function, manly-looking body scrubber which features a rough red side for your tough parts and a soft black side for sensitive... [More]

Keep your favorite drink handy at all times with the Sigg Oval Bottle with Cup ($30). Originally designed for the Swiss Army in 1941, this stylish bottle holds 20 oz. of your favorite drink, and features a built-in stainless steel... [More]

Zip along with ease on the Altered Pro Module 600 Wireless Electric Skateboard ($500). This self-powered classic longboard can go from 0-19 mph in just four seconds, and has a range of 8-12 miles on a single charge. A trigger-based... [More]

Need a place to charge two iDevices at the same time while cranking out the tunes from one of them? The JVC Dual iPod Docking Station ($150) is what you're looking for. The iPhone-compatible speaker system offers dual iPod docks... [More]

For quick fixes and nagging wives, GE Caulk Singles ($3) are here to save the day. The single-use, disposable caulk comes in clever packaging (with "geometric bellows and other hidden mechanisms") that lets you evenly dispense it with one hand... [More]

Motorola's MOTOZINE ZN5 ($TBD), co-developed with Kodak, lets you shoot pictures as easy as you talk. Featuring Kodak imaging technology, the ZN5 packs a 5 megapixel camera with auto-focus, a Xenon flash, a 2.4-inch high-resolution landscape screen, and 4GB of... [More]

Need to consolidate some of your audio components? Check out the Gais Faltima Series 010 SD, LP, CD System ($500). This mini-system offers up a turntable, a MP3 and WMA-capable CD player, an SD card slot, and a USB port... [More]

If you haven't recently made a trip to Mexico, you might not realize that stencil art has become a part of the country's urban culture, with popular stencils being used for both non-political and protest purposes. Mexico: Stencil ($14) is... [More]

Hooking up an extension cord is simple. Dealing with the unruly mess of wires is not. The EZ Cord Bag ($20) neatly holds up to 100 feet of cord without the mess, leaving your cable ready to use when you... [More]

Modern design is overrated. Take your HDTV back to the future with this retrorific M21 Flat TV Console ($3,600), which houses flat-panel plasmas and LCDs. Made from sustainable solid and veneer hardwoods (in black walnut and cherry finishes), the 1950's-style... [More]

The Vtech IS6110 DECT 6.0 Digital Cordless Phone ($95) is the first cordless landline phone system with instant messaging capability, letting you chat with your BFF's from the couch. The Treo-like phone works with AIM, MSN, and Windows Live, and... [More]

Drool. The new Lego Death Star ($400) is the emperor of all Star Wars toys, featuring 25 minifig characters and multiple decks of Episode IV goodness. Included in the set are rarities like Stormtrooper-ized Luke and Han, the Dianoga trash... [More]

Part toy, part instrument, all geeky goodness. The Tenori-on ($1,200) is an electronic musical instrument that lets you create music by manipulating a series of buttons and a dial that control the type of sound and beats per minute produced,... [More]

Looking for the lightest mountain or XC bike you can find? Then check out the Ibis Mojo SL ($3,900 and up). With a frame, swing arm, and rear shock assembly weighing less than five pounds, the complete bike weighs in... [More]

Yet another bot to add to the collection. The Robot City T-Shirt ($20) features a stencil-graffiti-like robot made up of essential vintageness like an NES controller and an 8-track player. Order placed.... [More]

The master of mashup Greg Gillis (aka Girl Talk) has returned with the highly anticipated followup to 2006's Night Ripper. Feed the Animals is like a musical scavenger hunt, mashing Faith No More with Busta Rhymes and innumerable other less-than-obvious... [More]

A reusable water bottle as healthy as the water you put inside it. The KOR ONE Hydration Vessel ($30) is BPA-free (good for your body) and cuts down on the amount of water bottles you throw away each year (good... [More]

Looking for an excuse to get away this weekend? Then book your tickets for Vegas and head over to the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino for the 2008 USA Rock Paper Scissors League Championship. Sponsored by Bud Light, the event... [More]

Anytime a spice product comes with a disclaimer that you have to approve, you know it's serious — and Blair's 16 Million Reserve Crystals ($545 and up) are indeed serious. Limited to a run of 999, the gold and white... [More]

This is new. The Sony HDR-CX12 Handycam ($900; Aug.) is an HD camcorder with Smile Shutter technology, which captures great photos while recording videos at the same time. It works like this — while recording, the camera detects smiles and... [More]

Live better, the Japanese way, with Urawaza: Secret Everyday Tips and Tricks from Japan ($10). The book contains more than 100 tricks and solutions — stuff like using a piece of bread to pick up broken glass, and using mouthwash... [More]

Look, we're already planning on lining up July 11, so any cell phone other than the iPhone had better be pretty damn good to grab our attention. Luckily, the Nokia E71 ($540; July) looks to be a great alternative. It... [More]

One wouldn't think that a little comedy starring Mos Def and Jack Black could launch an internet sensation, but that's exactly the case with Be Kind Rewind ($18). Directed by Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), the movie... [More]

If you haven't noticed, we like bacon. So it should come as no surprise that we're digging Bacon Floss ($5). This waxed floss is flavored like crispy fried bacon, making the normally tedious process of flossing a little more fun.... [More]

Doing a home demolition renovation this summer? Then you'll want to have the Stiletto Titanium Clawbar ($75) by your side. Five times stronger than steel, this lightweight nail puller features a "dimpler" that creates a recess around nail heads, letting... [More]

If you're going to have candles sitting around, they might as well be black. Baxter of California, in partnership with Joya, has just launched a new series of man-targeted soy wax-based candles called Flammable ($45). Each (black) candle — Cassis... [More]

Yes. Coldplay is back with a tightly woven pop album that is inventive enough to discard some of the Radiohead-mini accusations and rocking enough to wash off the stain that was X&Y. This is the band that it was OK... [More]

With speakers small enough to use as drink garnishes, the Sony HT-IS100 Bravia Theatre Micro System ($700; July 2008) aims to disappear into your living room. Despite its small size, the system still pumps out 450 watts of RMS power,... [More]

End your dependency on gasoline with the Honda FCX Clarity ($600/month; Summer 2008). This next-generation fuel cell vehicle runs on hydrogen, which allows it to emit only water instead of nasty fumes. It has a driving range of up to... [More]

Need to freshen up between showers? Try a couple sprays of Kill It Dead ($12). Billed as a "natural de-funkifier," this mixture of witch hazel, tea tree oil, and other earth-friendly ingredients is formulated to kill offending odors emanating from... [More]

One area where the iPhone falls short is its weak camera. If you're a serious snapper who requires more megapixel might in their phone, check out the new Sony Ericsson C905 ($TBD; Q4 2008). The Cyber-shot slider features an 8.1... [More]

After all this time, why miss out on Snake's final mission? Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots ($60) is being touted as the final installment in the long-running stealth action series, and should see the return of some... [More]

If you're planning on making a trip to Florida this summer, consider stopping at the Kennedy Space Center for the Astronaut Training Experience ($250 per person). The all-day program includes first-hand info from veteran NASA astronauts, a run in a... [More]

Add a little funk to your listening station with the SpeaQualizer ($40). This table-top gadget uses a functional animated equalizer to bring your music to life with flashing, jumping light bars in shades of red, blue, and green. It runs... [More]

No thanks to this guy, Admiral Adama & Co. found something big on Friday. In celebration, we went looking for some Battlestar stuff and found this officially licensed Life-Size Cylon Figure ($7,900). The hand-made, 7-foot replica features "both the haunting... [More]

We're strangely drawn to these chunky-casual Bed Stu shoes. Shown above are the leather and canvas Bobber Oxford ($75) and Trout Slip-On ($75). Both are a little rough around the edges, but could turn out to be great summer shoes.... [More]

Who wouldn't want their own plane? The ICON A5 ($139,000; 2010) is a two-seat sport airplane aimed at the masses. Designed to be "predictable and easy-to-fly," the lightweight personal aircraft is amphibious with retractable landing gear for flying off land... [More]

Tired of tastelessness? Then try Three Olives Vodka ($55). Imported from England, the quadruple-distilled and quadruple-filtered vodka comes in 16 flavors: passionfruit, mango, pomegranate, cherry, berry, grape, watermelon, chocolate, orange, vanilla, green apple, raspberry, and citrus, as well as three... [More]

Some call it a brutal and horrifying film that doesn't deserve to be seen. Others call it a work of art. But one thing's for sure — it's unrelentingly sadistic and will be appreciated by any cinephile. The controversial Funny... [More]

Mix a sportbike and a cruiser and what do you get? The 2009 Yamaha VMAX ($18,000), that's what. This mean machine looks like the cross between a Harley and a crotch rocket, with the performance to match. It features an... [More]

Sick of seeing other dudes wearing your kicks? Then grab yourself a pair of Slipoffs ($180). These custom designed shoes begin life as a standard pair of Vans slip-ons (or Converse, if you so desire), and are then hand decorated... [More]

Wouldn't it be great if there was a 100% high-def cable channel for men? There is. MOJO HD offers guy-rific original shows (on topics like travel, food, music, business, and more), movies, sports, and specials in 1080i format and 5.1... [More]

Forget the basement boxing ring — if you really want to spend your Friday nights in bloody battles, check out these Throwdown Pro Series MMA Cages ($16,500 and up). Available in three shapes — circle, hexagon, and octagon — the... [More]

Finally, hardcore PC gaming in a box that doesn't look like a Chuck E. Cheese's attraction. The Voodoo Omen ($6,500-$20,000) is a serious gaming rig, with an Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad-Core processor, a quad radiator for maximum cooling, a... [More]

Watch out, vegetables. The Perfect Peeler by Kyocera ($20) features a diamond-hard, corrosion-resistant zirconium oxide blade that stays sharp 10 times longer than other pro steel blades. Its blade also adjusts angle from vertical to horizontal and is paired up... [More]

N.E.R.D. — superproducers Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo with rap partner Shay Haley — do albums that can't really be described easily. Their third, Seeing Sounds ($10), is no different. With every track number comes a different sound, mixing interesting... [More]

Go green on the green. This Solar Powered Golf Cart ($9,000) has an array of 72 photovoltaic cells that let you go 33% further between charges than standard electric golf carts. Producing up to 3 amps per hour for its... [More]

The Scout Journey Pack ($135) is a great baby bag for stylish dads. It features absolutely tons of pockets and comes with a water resistant changing pad and a cool antique brass wipes case. Available in heathered gray or olive... [More]

You don't need to have seen the movie to enjoy these Puma Scattista Lo Speed Racer M5 and Puma Scattista Lo Speed Racer X9 Sneakers ($TBA). Based on the design of Speed's Mach 5 and Racer X's Number 9 car,... [More]

Burning a CD for someone is all well and good, but it just can't capture the feeling of an old mix tape. Now you can get that handmade feeling with digital files thanks to the USB Mix Tape ($40). This... [More]

Any razor named "Vortex" had better be pretty intense, and with its 13,000 rpm linear motor, the Panasonic Vortex Nano Shaver ($185) doesn't disappoint. Ready for wet or dry action, the Vortex features a pivoting head for a close shave... [More]

Skinnier than a MacBook Air, the new Voodoo Envy 133 ($2,100) is one sexy laptop. This ultra-portable measures .70 inches when closed and weighs less than 3.4 pounds. The Envy wears a carbon fiber casing with custom microweave design, and... [More]

It used to be that the best soccer cleats featured filthy-soft leather uppers. Not any more. The Cristiano Ronaldo-approved Nike Mercurial Vapor SL Firm Ground Soccer Cleats ($400) are made almost entirely from carbon fiber, from the molded carbon fiber... [More]

Even if you only have a passing interest in space, you owe it to yourself to check out When We Left Earth: The NASA Missions ($70/DVD; $80/Blu-ray). This six-part series celebrates NASA's 50th anniversary in HD by opening up the... [More]

Metal and rubber mix perfectly in the Pirelli P Zero Watch ($900). Sporting a black band inspired by the company's tire treads, the water-resistant watch boasts a chronograph inside its titanium and steel face, with looks that will match any... [More]

Sony has rolled out its new top of the line Bravia XBR8-Series HDTVs ($TBA; Fall 2008). Consisting of two models — the full HD 1080p 55-inch KDL-55XBR8 and 46-inch KDL-46XBR8 — the sets feature a plethora of tech to produce... [More]

Hug some trees in this new tee by jp33. The A Windy Day T-Shirt ($23) features an excellently green design printed on an off-white vintage-style tee with slightly roughed up seams.... [More]

Mixing clean lines with old-school sensibility, the Samsonite Male Attache ($399) is a great modern briefcase. The textured ABS shell offers a 1960's FBI vibe, while the interior offers cell phone and PDA pockets, a removable laptop sleeve, portfolio, and... [More]

Time to upgrade. Apple overlord Steve Jobs just introduced the all-new iPhone 3G ($199-$299). Besides the faster 3G wireless connection speeds and all of the previous revolutionary iPhone features, the new model also gets built-in GPS, better battery life (10... [More]

Apple's MobileMe ($99-$149) is a new subscription-based web service that replaces the feeble .Mac service. Redesigned as "Exchange for the rest of us," MobileMe delivers push email, push contacts and push calendars to your iPhone, iPod touch, Mac, or PC,... [More]

As beautiful as it is powerful, the XSR48 Speedboat from XSMG ($TBA) is hailed as the "world's fastest superboat," and we're inclined to agree. The 48-foot vessel boasts up to 2000hp from two bi-turbo diesel engines, linked to a ZF... [More]

Pinkerton aside, Weezer's best albums have mostly been self-titled affairs, with back-to-basics songwriting that is both clever and infectious. Weezer (Red Album) ($10) continues this trend with ten solid tracks that are undeniably Weezer, with produciton by the legendary Rick... [More]

It appears independent car makers are stepping up amid crazy gas prices to bring some stylish green into our lives. The just-announced Scorpion ($TBA) from Ronn Motor Company is a sexy speedster that will run on a 30-40 ratio blend... [More]

If your shoes tend to resemble the bayou after a long workout (or just a long day at work), pick up some Amenity Foot Spray ($32). With a mixture of Drieline, willow bark, menthol, and clove and thyme, this stuff... [More]

Inspired by the seven deadly sins, London-based designer Kacper Hamilton has created a rather unique set of red wine glasses. His 7 Deadly Glasses ($TBA) each embody one of the famous sins (Greed and Wrath shown above), and all come... [More]

Like the Xacti HD1 before it, Sanyo's new Xacti HD1010 ($800; July) offers small-bodied HD (this time in 1080i) recording. It features face detection for up to 12 people at once, a 300fps slow-motion video mode, a 10x optical zoom... [More]

Of all the things we can go without, clean water is not one of them. Secure yourself a steady supply of drinking water in even the worst conditions with the Lifesaver Bottle ($380). Using a highly advanced ultra-filtration system, the... [More]

This lightweight backpacking tent is the perfect two-person shelter for the trail. Weighing in at under 5 pounds, the Marmot Aura Tent ($300) features DAC Featherlite NSL poles, near-vertical walls, and two doors for quick bear escapes. A big vestibule... [More]

If your thumbs just aren't made for the iPhone's virtual keyboard, you'll like the new HTC Touch Pro ($TBA). The HSDPA phone sports a slide-out, five-row QWERTY keyboard, along with a 2.8-inch touch screen (with "four times the resolution of most... [More]

After a couple years on the shelf and about five years in the making, The Onion Movie ($19) has finally been straight-to-DVD'd. Basically a huge collection of skits from the masterminds of deadpan satire, this unique comedy will be a... [More]

The future of golf technology is here. The Callaway I-MIX system allows for easy swapping of different shafts and clubheads, letting you switch out parts to match the conditions or course. Start with either a FT-5 or FT-I clubhead, and... [More]

With a combination of whimsy and style, the Cut Throat Tie ($30-$50) from Cyberoptix is sure to liven up your office-wear. The tie features a design of five straight razor chevrons that would make Sweeney Todd proud, and is available... [More]

Hurley is back with another colorful (and colorfully named) collection of board shorts ($38-$85). We spotted the Prophet, Peuerto Rico, and Icon shorts at Nordstrom, while Swell had the Tropical Nights, Waterplaid, and Rose shorts. At Buckle, you can find... [More]

The already-compact Flip Video Ultra camcorder just got a new little brother. At about 40% smaller than the Ultra series, the Flip Video Mino ($180) weighs only 3.3 ounces, but packs in features like 2GB of storage (good for up... [More]

Designed for sensitive skin, NXT Light Shave Gel ($5) is light in more than one way. It's light on foam, to let you get a better glimpse at what you're shaving — lest you accidentally slice off your prized soul... [More]

When you're backpacking, a little weight can make a big difference. That's why the GSI Outdoor Dualist Cook System ($50) is so great. Picked as an Editor's Choice by Backpacker Magazine, the six-piece set includes nesting bowls and mugs, a... [More]

Just because you like to ride on two wheels instead of four doesn't mean you can't go green. Meant to be an urban cruiser, the Brammo Enertia Electric Motorcycle ($12,000 and up) uses six Lithium Phosphate battery modules to propel... [More]

They're baaack. Currently available in five different styles, British Knights ($70 and up) are ready to bring some 80's cred to any outfit. Available in the unbelievable Supreme Hi-Strap and classic Letters Lo (pictured), other styles include the Leader, Kings... [More]

Ever wonder exactly what kind of technological wonders the CIA has cooked up over the years? Then you need to read Spycraft: The Secret History of the CIA's Spytechs, from Communism to al-Qaeda ($20). Co-written by a former director the... [More]

Messenger bag meets backpack in the Patagonia MLC ($160). Designed to take up as much space as carry-on laws allow, the MLC can hold three to five day's worth of clothes, and converts easily from a briefcase-style bag into a... [More]

As far as we're concerned, you can never have too many tools on a sport watch. The Timex Expedition E-Instrument Watches give us our fill of features. In addition to standard features (time, date, Indiglo, etc.), the watches provide extras... [More]

If you're planning a long night of drinking, let the Peugeot Electric Wine Opener ($120) do all of the heavy lifting. The stainless steel wine opener uncorks bottles in seconds with only a press of a button. It's rechargeable, fits... [More]

If you're looking for a crossover vehicle with German engineering and a reasonable price tag, check out the Volkswagen Tiguan ($23,200 and up). Available with 4Motion 4-wheel drive, the Tiguan features a 200hp turbocharged 2.0L engine, a 6-speed Tiptronic transmission... [More]

Since you can't very well score a vintage airline stewardess (okay, maybe you can, if you want to test your pickup lines over at the retirement home), a Vintage Airline Food Cart ($1450) seems like the next best thing. Retired... [More]

Inspired by the interior of a recording studio, the Gravis Soundcheck Sandal ($32) is one of our favorite new sandals of the summer. Featuring a soft egg crate footbed, the Soundcheck also sports a neoprene-lined red tarpaulin strap, must-have arch... [More]

Just add one of these powder packets to a 16.9 oz bottle of water to get Gatorade goodness anytime. Available in standbys Lemon Lime, Orange, and Fruit Punch, Gatorade Powder Sticks ($4) are super handy to keep in your gym... [More]

Do you live in a multiple-iPod/iPhone home? If so, you know how hard it is to keep them all organized and charged. Enter Griffin's PowerDock ($50-$70). This brushed aluminum charging station, available in two models, charges two or four iPods/iPhones... [More]