Some of the best home cooked meals must be prepared using a cast-iron skillet. But it takes dozens of uses in order to season one, as the food you cook slowly ads its essence to the skillet, creating that famous, non-stick black coating. Seasoning a pan this way can take years... until now. Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron Skillets ($10-$40) ship... [More]

The new Sigg Wide Mouth Bottles ($25) have the standard drink opening as well as a larger opening that makes it easier to clean or add ice cubes. Just unscrew the wide mouth for full access. The aluminum bottle is also ribbed for better grip and, like other Sigg's, is BPA-free and 100% recyclable.... [More]

Not all dop kits have to be for toiletries. Despite its traditional looks, the Incase Travel Dop Kit ($35) is made for something else: your iPhone or iPod. Made from durable nylon, the Kit features an exterior zipper pocket, and interior faux-fur lined pocket with Velcro closure, interior mesh pockets for cables, chargers, and the like, Topo print lining, YKK... [More]

Many of our favorite childhood toys relied on a pull-string start, which might explain why we're digging the Muji Wall-Mounted CD Player ($180). This compact all-in-one faces the CD outward making for an intriguing display, and also packs speakers into its body, with volume and playback controls mounted on top, and, of course, a pull-string power control. For a better... [More]

Samsung's new Series 7 LED TVs ($3,000-$4,000) represent the company's focus on three areas: picture quality, design, and environmental impact. Featuring deep contrast, true-to-life color reproduction, and an incredible range of brightness without compromising clarity, these TVs represent the most advanced HDTV technology available using no paint spray, no mercury, and 40% less power. Measuring only 1.2-inches deep, these are... [More]

If the 720p video from your Flip Mino HD just isn't cutting it, or you find yourself filling up its storage faster than you can clear it off, check out the new Samsung HMX-R10 HD Camcorder ($500). It features a 5x zoom lens that's angled at 25 degrees for more natural shooting, Full HD 1080p recording to SDHC cards, a... [More]

Whether it's water or whiskey, the Nalgene Flask ($9) is ready. A manly alternative to the company's classic plastic bottle, the leak-proof flask sports a slim profile that's better for active outdoor usage, and comes with an insulated sleeve. Its 1-ounce cap makes for quick and easy shots at your desk, in the bleachers, on the trail, or in the... [More]