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. ($22/shirt) is here to help. The Seattle-based group finds and licenses cool shirts from real cultural icons and independent businesses along the West Coast and Hawaii, letting... [More]
"MagSafe for your headphones." Okay, so that's not really the slogan for Replug ($TBA; Fall 2007), but users of any recent Mac laptop will certainly see the similarity. Replug transforms any standard 3.5mm audio jack into a breakaway connection, protecting the jack from undue stress, and allowing the cord to simply detach when pulled, which can also keep your audio... [More]
These coin-like USB flash drives are truly pocket size. Available in a 4GB bronze ($20) or an 8GB silver ($30) finish, the CurrenKey features a shock-proof die-cast case that opens with a twist to reveal the USB connector.... [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 ($14) is a 192-page tome of the terrible, organized by symptom so you can quickly discover that your loss of appetite... [More]
It's not fun carrying around a full keychain — not only does it make for a massive bulge in your jeans, it can also damage your car ignition if your chain is too weighed down. The Keyport Slide ($TBA) promises to alleviate this situation by offering you a simplified housing that holds all your keys. The universal key fob keeps... [More]
If your MacBook came with a laptop desk, this would be it. The lightweight Logitech Comfort Lapdesk ($40) goes all ergonomic on your couch-surfing with a twelve-degree angled riser to make your neck happy and a four-layer heat-shielding design for protecting your important bits.... [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 store your bottles up to 10 feet away, it uses five separate pumps and individually transports beverages to your glass... [More]
If you've been stuck in apartment hell like most of us, you've no doubt dealt with noisy neighbors. Pay them back with the Revenge CD ($18). The album is full of disturbing noises such as a garbage truck, a party of at least 200 people, and an orgasm. Crank it up, go about your business (while wearing the included earplugs),... [More]
Get ready for the new year with some Calendar Tape ($10). This handy adhesive lets you create the current month in vertical awesomeness. It has a companion day of the week roll and also comes with its own marker for making reminders right on the tape. [via]... [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 and water alike. The A5 features a carbon fiber airframe, a 100-hp/120-mph Rotax 912 ULS engine (that runs on both... [More]
Solve your worldwide power needs with this 150-Country Travel Adapter ($30) for sale through Hammacher Schlemmer. It's configurable to fit a variety of international sockets throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas and Australia. An internal surge protector is built-in as well as a USB port for powering devices like iPods and cell phones.... [More]
Even though it got surprisingly good reviews and stars the loveably detestable Ricky Gervais, Ghost Town ($20 DVD; $28 Blu-ray) seemed to slip through the cracks this year. While the premise (man dies, resuscitated, sees annoying dead folks, hilarity ensues) sounds like another throw-away comedy, Gervais along with his co-stars and the movie's writers have made a great romantic comedy... [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 clever kit comes with a 64MB USB drive that is hidden inside a cassette tape, complete with a blank liner... [More]
No, this isn't Apple's newest iPod, although we will have the latest Apple gear for you later today. The MonsterPod ($25) is a tripod with a viscoelastic morphing polymer super grip base. You simply mount your camera and press the MonsterPod against nearly any surface to have a safe, stable base for your photos and videos. Plus, it's small enough... [More]
Get some vintage style while helping your fellow man with Vintage Tide T-Shirts ($15). These super-soft cotton tees feature a faded vintage Tide logo on the front, with the slogan "Loads of Hope" printed across the back. What does that mean? It means all profits will go towards rebuilding efforts for families affected by the Southern California Wildfires and Hurricane... [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 must-buy for anyone who's a fan of America's Finest News Source. Oh, and be sure to watch for the awesome... [More]
Sure, the wallet pen is cool and all, but it won't help you figure up the tip after a nice dinner with too many glasses of wine. Never under-tip or over-tip again with this super slim solar-powered Wallet Calculator ($17). It's about the size of a credit card and comes in beige or grey.... [More]
From wall-clinging prints and buttons to business and playing cards, Mpix has you covered. The online printing service offers tons of options and sizes, from 20"x30" prints on premium paper to fully-mounted, standout-boxed prints, as well as fun items like statuettes, puzzles, calendars, and more. Just upload your photo, choose your print selection, and your custom order is delivered right... [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 any size bottle, and works with natural and synthetic corks.... [More]
There's simply no denying that 24's Jack Bauer is the biggest bad-ass on television. For six horrible days now, Jack and the CTU team have been there for the fictional United States, saving all the sinners in real-time from terrorist after terrorist. In order to stop all of those bad guys, Jack uses a few essential items. Below you can... [More]
Enjoy the classic art of MAD Magazine in an all-new format with the MAD Poster Book ($20). This unique postcard book-style release packs 15 posters, each printed on hard stock paper with the print on one side and editors' notes about the poster on the other. Including illustrations like Spy vs. Spy" to pieces from the MADropolitan Museum of Art,... [More]
Our favorite cataloging app just got a lot better. Delicious Library 2 ($40/new, $20/upgrade) lets users of Mac OS X Leopard catalog and organize their stuff, from CDs and games to toys, tools, and more, displayed in all their glory on photo-realistic shelves. Handy webcam scanning lets you simply scan an item's barcode to add it to your library, and... [More]
Forget the plain ol' pocket cam — the new Sony Cyber-Shot T500 ($400; September 2008) shoots both pictures and 720p HD video. It packs a 10-megapixel sensor, a Carl Zeiss 5x optical zoom lens, optical Steady Shot image stabilization, Memory Stick storage, and more. Big camera power in pocket-friendly form.... [More]
The Brooks Brothers Triple Guard Stripe Tie ($150) is a USA-made masterpiece, much like Jennifer Aniston. Part of their high-end Black Fleece collection, anti-Angelina wears only it and a smile on the cover of January's GQ.... [More]
Unsightly ear and nose hair ruining your otherwise clean-cut appearance? The Groom Mate Platinum XL ($20) is here to help. This compact stainless steel trimmer is designed to never pull hair thanks to its two-handed design — just hold the top with one hand and turn the bottom with the other to operate — and comes with a lifetime guarantee.... [More]
One Hundred Greatest ($50) is a five disc set featuring 100 of the greatest speeches, news stories, personalities, scandals and sports moments — a total of 500 greatest sound bites. You don't need the future, just relive the past — everything has already happened anyway.... [More]
Record whenever genius strikes with the Ovation iDea Guitar ($600). This iPod-like acoustic/electric guitar can both record and play MP3s, letting you save your jam sessions or rock along with any song. The iDea's built in preamp has a pitch-stable speed adjustment allowing you to slow down MP3 tracks for easier learning. On-board USB lets you quickly transfer recordings and... [More]
Giving the phrase "Under the sea" a whole new meaning, the Poseidon Undersea Resort ($15,000 and up) lets you rest underneath the waves in a room made mostly of acrylic glass. Located in Fiji, the resort offers guests private plane transport from a Fijian airport to the Poseidon Mystery Island, where they'll enjoy a week's stay — including two nights... [More]
Get some authentic east coast seafood at The Clam Shack in Kennebunkport, Maine. Voted by Epicurious as one of the top 10 seafood shacks in America, this tiny place is known for fried clams, but Lobster Rolls are their true specialty. And if the long lines deter you, The Clam Shack makes it easy to order a Maine Lobster Roll... [More]
The new BlackBerry Bold ($TBA) finally shows that RIM isn't going to stand around and let Apple snatch up all its users. Featuring a sleek black exterior with satin chrome bezel and leather-like backplate, the iPhone-esque quad-band EDGE and tri-band HSDPA smartphone features GPS and Wi-Fi, a half-VGA (480 x 320 resolution) color LCD, and the usual Blackberry email/web functions... [More]
Even the king of QWERTY can't resist the sexy look of a keyless handset. The Blackberry Storm ($TBA) is RIM's latest 3G smartphone, this one sporting a "clickable" touch-screen that aims to help old bankers and iPhone haters to type more precisely. In addition to the 3.26-inch (480 x 360) display, the phone comes with lots of pre-loaded apps, a... [More]
Aviation enthusiasts and technophiles alike will find enjoyment in AirCraft: The Jet as Art ($20). The 104-page book is full of beautiful photography of some of the most sophisticated machines in the world, taken by photographer, architect, graphic designer, and private pilot Jeffrey Milstein. Each fantastic photo is accompanied by the technical data of the airplane pictured, letting you learn... [More]
From the makers of the badass, retina-scorching SureFire flashlights comes the SureFire Pen ($125). It sports a body made from hard anodized aerospace-grade aluminum with stainless steel on the tip, pocket clip, and the tailcap, which itself features a rounded window breaker — handy! It also comes with a Schmidt Technology easyFLOW ink cartridge, but can use nearly any ink... [More]
Ditch your current dorktastic Bluetooth headgear for the military-inspired Jabra BT3030 Bluetooth Stereo Headset ($63). Styled like a dog tag, the 3030 offers integrated music and call controls, a built-in mic, and the ability to connect to a phone and MP3 player simultaneously. The kicker? It can be used with virtually any set of earphones — giving you wireless convenience... [More]
Upset you can't buy your very own Batpod? Well, the new Confederate Limited-Edition Fighter Motorcycle ($110,000) is pretty damn close. Limited to just 45 bikes, the Fighter features a carbon fiber, titanium, and aluminum chassis, with a 64" wheelbase, integrated braking system, 1966c.c. engine, and a top speed of 190mph. Good luck getting it integrated into your car, though if... [More]
Sure, the DraughtKeg is handy, but it's also a little messy, and takes up quite a bit of room in the fridge. The Heineken BeerTender ($180) solves these problems by serving as a standalone beer-serving machine, made especially for the 5L DraughtKeg. Co-developed by Krups and Heineken, the BeerTender features integrated refrigeration to keep your beer the ideal temperature, and... [More]
Give your refrigerator a ninja makeover with these Throwing Star Magnets ($19). Sold in packs of two, these unique decorations come in a ninja-styled box, sporting two powerful magnets each, and are made to look as if they've been embedded into whatever surface they're stuck to. [via]... [More]
Forget can cozies — if you really want to hide the fact that you're chugging a Miller and not a Coke, take a look at Canouflage ($6/4-pack). These vinyl wraps attach to your beer cans, making them look like different name-brand sodas, instead of booze.... [More]
It's been a while since we last heard from Jack Bauer. But he's back with a bang in 24: Redemption ($19). Bridging the gap between the sixth season and upcoming seventh season, the feature length TV-movie takes place nearly four years after the events of last season. The DVD features an extended "Creator’s Cut" with over ten minutes of never-before-seen... [More]
Have more money than you know what to do with? Here's the guide you've been waiting for. The Official Filthy Rich Handbook ($12) is a sometimes tongue-in-cheek, always straight-forward guide to living the good life. From how to properly name a house to a list of rehab centers, it'll make sure you don't make the wrong decisions with that huge... [More]
Combining the convenience of digital with the instant gratification of an old Polaroid, the Takaratomy Xiao Instant Digital Camera ($500) gives you the best of both worlds. This 5-megapixel shooter boasts an integrated Zink printer, and the built-in software lets you add borders, frames, and other effects on the fly. But trust us — the first time you see a... [More]
We don't know why it took so damn long to get a clock that answers the simple question "What time is it?" The Verbarius Clock ($160; Nov 2007) does simply that, utilizing graphic LCD screens behind tinted glass to give the answer in simple terms, such as "Fifteen minutes to five" and "Seven nineteen p.m." Multiple languages are pre-installed on... [More]
With its slick leather wristband and bright LEDs, the Dot Matrix Watch ($113) is what the cool kids would call "geek chic." Available in tan leather with yellow lights or black leather with red lights, the watch can show the time in 24 hour or 12 hour format and features a scrolling light effect before it displays the time in... [More]
We love stainless steel. We love slim, front-pocket wallets. So there's no way we could ignore this Stainless Steel Wallet ($95). Designed by Theo Stewart-Stand and sold by MoMA, the wallet is made from the silky and flexible stainless-steel cloth used in industrial applications. [Thanks, Dave]... [More]
Solace yourself with the limited edition Tom Ford James Bond 007 TF108 Sunglasses ($450). As worn by Daniel Craig in Quantum of Solace , these modern aviators, made in Italy, will have you ordering martinis and stirring up the ladies in no time. [Thanks, Sam]... [More]
Whether you need a spare copy of an important key or are just tired of having the sorting through a bunch of similar keys to find the one you need, the Key of Rock (£15, ~$23) is here to help. This guitar-shaped blank comes ready for you to take to the key cutter, instantly jazzing up your keyring and making... [More]
Bring home one of the funniest uncut movies of the year with Tropic Thunder – Unrated Director’s Cut ($23). This two-disc set includes the full spoof-tacular film with terrific performances by Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black, and a surprisingly great Tom Cruise, along with several featurettes, the requisite deleted and extended scenes, an alternate ending, and more.... [More]
Get thin with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T700 ($400). This 10-megapixel shooter has 4GB of internal memory, a 3.5-inch wide touch panel Xtra Fine LCD screen, and a profile of slightly more than 5/8 of an inch. The T700 also features a newly-developed Carl Zeiss lens that integrates a 4x optical zoom and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, as well as intelligent... [More]
Nothing says "Get the hell off my land!" like a shotgun-wielding man in a cowboy hat, which is exactly what you'll find on the Get Off T-Shirt ($30). Created by Coby Schultz and Barry Ament, the shirt's abstract design is just vague enough to draw attention, yet repellent enough to keep people out of your business.... [More]
The first two speck-laden Godfather films finally get cleaned up in the The Godfather - The Coppola Restoration Set (Sept. 23). Both The Godfather and The Godfather, Part II have been "meticulously restored" by Paramount (overseen by Coppola himself), and are packaged together with a newly remastered version of The Godfather, Part III. The DVD version ($63) includes several previously... [More]
Record your next garage masterpiece straight to your iPod with the Belkin GoStudio ($120; Sept. 2008). Packing three mic inputs, two built-in omnidirectional stereo mics, direct monitor volume control, a master level control, and more, this handheld powerhouse records directly to the iPod in 16-bit, 44kHz digital audio, letting you capture your jam sessions, podcasts, or interviews whenever and wherever... [More]
If you haven't yet seen The Dark Knight, shame on you. If you have, you might recognize this hella-cool Belstaff Leather Blouson Jacket ($1,250; pre-order). Designed for and worn by Christian Bale's Bruce Wayne as he patrols the streets of Gotham on his motorcycle, this tastefully distressed jacket oozes cool, with a zip front, two red leather bands on the... [More]
It's not just a rubber band. Really. The Money-band ($4) is a minimalist alternative to a money clip or wallet. Designed specifically for cash and cards, it's about 1/2 inch shorter and a little wider than a standard office rubber band, fitting your wad perfectly.... [More]
Do your laps to Lamb of God with the Speedo Aquabeat Waterproof MP3 Player ($145). Waterproof up to 10 feet, the music player comes with waterproof earplugs and offers up to 9 hours of playtime. Oh, and it floats — for when it inevitably falls off from your underwater head banging.... [More]
This handy 3-in-1 gadget has a few tricks up its sleeve. Not only is it a 2GB flash drive for storing files, it also has a built-in rechargeable battery that lets you charge your iPod or iPhone when you're stuck away from civilization. The Macally PowerLink ($50) also features an iPod/iPhone dock connector and a USB connector for syncing and... [More]
Get a grip on your beer can with the Beerhandle ($10). This ingenious drinking accessory snaps securely onto your favorite can of suds, giving you a better hold on the can, and keeping your hand from prematurely warming up your beer. Fantastic. [Thanks, Sam]... [More]
You won't find a smaller drive with this much storage anywhere. The easily-lost Pico USB Flash Drive ($50) is less than 4mm thick yet holds 8GB of digital miscellany. It sports a polished chrome finish and is shock and water resistant.... [More]