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Learn To Walk Trainer
Sometimes, words fail me, and this is quite close – I do wonder how did kids, since time immemorial, learned how to walk if they did not have the assistance of the $59.95 Learn To Walk Trainer? Winner of a National Parenting Center Seal Of Approval, this particular walk trainer comes in a four-wheeled, wide-legged ride-on configuration that provides added stability for those kids who are starting to pick up the art of walking. Made from a sturdy aluminum frame with an ABS saddle, steering wheel, and rolling wheels, its has a couple of front legs which are able to extend forward and laterally from the center.
Each leg will also end with a rolling caster, enabling movement in virtually any direction on smooth surfaces. Shaped to look like a friendly, smiling face, the steering wheel’s two cut-out “eyes” offer sturdy handholds for a child. It can be used to help children as young as 9 to 12 months old develop the balance necessary for independent walking with adult supervision.
Swiss Measuring Spoons
You know the Swiss, what with their precise timekeeping and all of that. Well, you might want to enlist a little bit of Swiss precision in your kitchen the next time you have friends or family over for a cookout, with the $9.99 Swiss Measuring Spoons. Despite being made out of food-grade ABS plastic, these Swiss Measuring Spoons are precision crafted, and could very well prove to be the useful measuring multi-tool for you to potter about in the kitchen. Not only are they dishwasher safe, they also help save space since they are convenient to stash away.
Something tells me that getting this for your mate who loves baking might just find a second wind to create this future all time favorite recipe in the family – simply because the ingredients are all carefully measured and spread. What do you think?
Justin Bieber Singing Toothbrush
Come on now, I am quite sure that some of you might think this $9.92 Justin Bieber Singing Toothbrush deserves a place on our sister site Foolish Gadgets instead, but here’s the deal. As a parent, how many of you out there have trouble getting your little one to brush his or her teeth? Even if you have the cutest looking toothbrush with the fruitiest flavored toothpaste, the little ‘un still refuses to get those molars and canines cleaned out before bed. I am quite sure that Justin Bieber’s appeal spreads to those pre-teens, too, and with the Justin Bieber Singing Toothbrush, your mission is accomplished.
Featuring soft DuPont bristles, an ergonomic design that cleans plaque in hard to reach places, a soft rubber coating that delivers a comfortable brushing experience, and it is good to go. As an added incentive, pressing a button on this toothbrush will play a Justin Bieber song for 2 minutes – which is the same amout of time that dentists recommend to brush your teeth. A trio of LR44 batteries will power this puppy, and the only drawback is, your ears will be treated (or tortured, depending on which side of the fence you are on) to “U Smile” and “Baby” songs from the Canadian crooner.
Star Trek Electronic Door Chime
Calling all Trekkies – it is time you introduced a change to your home, letting all and sundry know just which is your favorite sci-fi series of all time. Forget about the door knocker – that is too old school, while a regular doorbell is just too mainstream. Enter the $29.99 Star Trek Electronic Door Chime instead. This motion-sensitive door chime will target fans of the Star Trek series and then some, where it can be mounted on either side of a door. Whenever someone triggers it, you will be alerted – regardless of whether that is a Klingon, Vulcan, or other forms of life right at your doorstep.
First appearing as a wall communicator panel in The Original Series, you can choose to have the door opening sound effect kick in, or for those with a funny bone, have the Red Alert alarm sound. Either way, you will be alerted of a (non-)hostile presence right at the front of your home, so you will be able to know whether to take evasive action or to welcome him/her/it in for a diplomatic discussion. Being an officially licensed Star Trek collectible, the Star Trek Electronic Door Chime is powered by half a dozen AA batteries.
The Thermador Freedom Induction Cooktop at CES Unveiled
Last night, at CES Unveiled, I got a chance to see some very interesting products, and I am always on the lookout for ones with the most “neat” factor. Thermador showed me what the future of the kitchen range cookers will look like.
Thermador’s new Cooktop uses induction technology for cooking. If you are not familiar with it, it uses magnets instead of a burner to heat what is inside of a pot. Their Freedom Induction Cooktop allows the user to place their pots anywhere on this surface, and the contents inside will be heated to boiling while the area around it will be cool to the touch. (By the way, this induction cooking will work on an uncovered pot, provided the pot is magnetic.)
That alone was enough to sell me, but the company showed off a natural mapping user interface that can instantly recognize cookware size, shape, and position. It comes as a 6.5-inch full color touchscreen.
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Samsung Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor debuts at CES 2012
Las Vegas is the landing strip for many a gadget at CES 2012, and Samsung does not want to miss out on the party with their spanking new Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor which delivers industry leading design, technology and security in a single device. New parents might find it especially useful, while the older parents (or those who already have a few kids) will probably give a gander at this and go, “Meh!” while continuing their lives with their gut instinct (and experience, of course). Still, those who want to follow the adage that it is better to be safe that sorry might want to see what Samsung’s Wi-Fi Video Baby Monitor brings to the table (or home, rather).
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Star Wars Darth Vader Lightsaber Umbrella
Lightsabers are weapons for a more civilized age, at least according to Obi-Wan Kenobi, but here is an interesting amalgamation should the Jedi walk among us in the 21st century. The £39.99 Star Wars Darth Vader Lightsaber Umbrella would come in handy to fend off this pesky thing called rain. Imagine if Obi-Wan had this while he dueled with Jango Fett on the planet on the planet Kamino – not only would he have concealed his weapon while keeping himself dry at first, I am sure the material used in his umbrella might be strong enough to function as a shield. What we have now is the Darth Vader version, where it measures 1.2 meters in length and comes with the iconic lightsaber handle.
The 100% black nylon canopy will ensure you remain dry even when it pours, and hopefully the wind does not act up too bad. You can also opt to add your own vhzzhhing, wuhmming sound effects should the Jedi in you start to act up. This is an officially licensed Star Wars umbrella, and is yet another path for George Lucas and his estate to earn all the more money.
Quantum Scale knows how to keep a secret
Unlike Aunt Gertrude who tends to poke her nose in areas that are not wanted, the £49.99 Quantum Scale is one faithful companion that ladies will appreciate far more than guys, and for one sole reason – it is capable of keeping one of your closely guarded secrets (the other being your actual age), so you need not worry about it having loose digital lips even when it is being threatened with death by drowning, being an electrical item and all. The Quantum Scale works by memorizing your weight the first time you step upon it, and the next umpteenth times you decide to weigh yourself, it will just display the amount of weight that you have shed – or heaven forbid, gained.
Definitely an amazing motivator for those who are looking for ways to shed off the post holiday gluttony sessions, and it will also put things into perspective as it enables you to focus on how far you’ve come (or fallen behind, for those who tend to lead a rather lax lifestyle) instead of how much farther you need to push yourself on before hitting your ideal weight class.
