Join Pioneer SE-CL331-Y Water-resistant Earbud Headphones
We have reported on waterproof gadgets before, such as the Mi-Sport waterproof headphones. This is apparently Pioneer’s contribution to the waterproof headphones industry with the SE-CL331-Y water-resistant earbud headphones.
Apparently, Pioneer expects someone else to make a water-proof MP3 player or smartphone, but I suppose that you could always buy one of those waterproof protectors for your music-playing device.
Anyway, the SE-CL331-Y earbud headphones are really designed for the “active music” listener. I am assuming that refers to those who love to run in the rain or those who exercise so much that they are positively soggy with sweat. Yes, they are IPX5/IPX7 water-resistant, and is good for rain, snow, sweat, or dust. In other words, they are designed to survive life, which is what we need out of any pair of headphones in today’s market.
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Swimfin for laughs and giggles at the pool
I am quite sure that everyone has watched “Jaws” at least once in their life, and the iconic background tune that builds up a sense of tension is clearly one which is for the ages. Well, if you want to inject a sense of urgency in the pool the next time your kids jump inside, why not let them wear the £21.99 Swimfin instead? Available in blue, pink and grey colors (who has seen a pink shark?), this is not just to make your kids have super cute photos when they are still young – it is primarily an innovative strap-on buoyancy aid which will enable your little one’s arms and shoulders to move about freely, so that they will be able to develop a natural swimming style.
I don’t think you can really go wrong with this – after all, it was created by UK swimming instructor Kevin Moseley, and whenever your kid is confident enough, the Swimfin can be removed as they attempt to keep themselves afloat with the techniques learnt.
Metal Pro Powerball
Have you ever had a go with a Powerball before? If you answered in the negative, then you might want to challenge yourself to a totally new experience – while seasoned veterans too, are able to check out this precision-engineered piece of gizmo that weighs nearly double that of its neon family member. Not only is it addictive like the original, it is also equally as fun – not to mention being more appealing to fitness freaks since it is even better when it comes to building strength as well as muscle tone in areas such as your wrists, arms, and shoulders.
The £69.99 Metal Pro Powerball works this way – you first set the inner section spinning, where rhythmic circular hand and wrist movements are required to maintain the rotation as well as make it faster at a steady pace. The increased centrifugal force will add more and more “obstacles” for you to keep the Powerball spinning at the faster speeds. As for the Accura V2.0 digital counter that has been integrated, it will show your high score on a LCD display at the end of each session – which will definitely be a reminder for you to beat it over time, not to mention anyone else who sees it.
Geeks can also check out the Metal Pro Powerball as it has been touted to be the perfect instrument that will gently rehabilitate lower forearm and wrist joints which are affected by carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injury RSI, arthritis or previous breakage, now how about that?
SensoGlove improves your golf game
There’s something about golf: either you are either completely obsessed with it, or you just don’t give a darn about it. I am of the latter camp, but I can see why the former would be interested in the SensoGlove.
The SensoGlove is billed as “the first digital golf glove”. I’m not certain what will be the second, but the SensoGlove has a “small, sweat-proof 1.2 LED digital monitor [that] analyses the pressure of the swing through highly responsive sensors place throughout the glove”.
I got a chance to try it out for myself, and I could feel the sensors in the fingertips. Squeezing on them too hard caused an tiny alrm to go off, and I even saw what finger was squeezing too hard. It works with real-time audio and visual feedback at 80 times per second to make sure you get your “target level of grip pressure”.
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Snow Boogie Inflatable Sledges
If you happen to stay at a place that gets snowfall every single year, then you might be pleased to know that it is about time you took a look at your garage or attic and check out whether there are enough choice implements to keep you and the family entertained when the ground is covered with inches of thick, white snow. Live at the edge of a hill with a lovely slope that goes down gently? I guess there is no better way to appreciate that than with the £14.99 Snow Boogie Inflatable Sledges. You can place a pre-order for it now, where it will ship in a few weeks’ time before winter, and being inflatable, you can be sure that this is going to be a snap to stash away whenever winter ends and you welcome spring.
Far more comfortable compared to a rigid plastic sledge, but not compromising on speed, the 44” (1.12m) inflatable snow tubes look set to deliver hours of fun regardless of your age – although the older ones out there might want to increase your insurance policy just in case you suffer from a broken bone due to misadventure. Made from cold-resistant PVC vinyl, they’re tough enough so that you are able to handle whatever comes your way without bailing out. Which design would you like – polar bear or penguin?
Desktop Table Football
Do you love foosball? It is a game that you either get it or don’t – where more often than not, those with a quicker mind and reflexes tend to excel in it. Most of the time you would find a foosball table at a pub or perhaps at an arcade, but why not bring home the foosball experience with the £19.95 Desktop Table Football? This specially designed foosball table by Peers Hardy requires nothing but a flat surface (in order to be fair, of course).
Unlike a game of soccer that ends with the blow of a whistle after 90 minutes, the Desktop Table Football will require you to score 10 before your opponent, making it a nail biting experience especially when you think about the skill level that is on par between the two players. Well, it comes with just a couple of balls, so make sure you are extra careful not to lose them – but good thing the entire set is not that expensive to buy all over again assuming you happen to be clumsy with a ball that bounced out.
Motorized Inversion Table
Since we live in an era where most things are motorized or at least have some sort of robotics function built-in, don’t you think it makes sense to have a Motorized Inversion Table as well for fitness buffs? This rather unique inversion table will be able to gently recline and return to its upright position at the touch of a button. Just what benefits does inversion therapy bring to the table? For starters, it helps alleviate back pain through the decompression of the spine, helping relieve pressure on nerves as well as realign the ligaments that support the back.
There is also an adjustable rotation control to make sure you are able to achieve your ideal angle of incline, even being completely inverted if you will, in a single, smooth motion driven by the quiet motor. In addition to that, the vented, injection-molded plastic bed will further reduce friction in order for the body to readjust itself comfortably. Hammacher’s offering also throws in patented padded ankle closures to the mix so that your legs can be held securely. If you decide to go manual, just turn off the motor and you’re good to go.
The asking price? We’re looking at a rather hefty $1,500.
G-Clip Compact 4-in-1 Golf Tool
Golfers have their fair share of gadgets too, you know, although the selection might be rather limited compared to a true blue geek. Well, if you are only allowed to purchase 3 gadgets for your golf hobby, then perhaps the £14.99 G-Clip Compact 4-in-1 Golf Tool should be made compulsory, never mind that it is relatively affordable. Not everything that is expensive is good and vice versa. After all, when 9 out of 10 PGA Tour Partners Members would recommend it, you know for sure that this is going to be one impressive gizmo. Just what do you do with it though?
For starters, this highly portable device comes with a built-in magnet that will hold your place markers, while a stainless steel divot tool will help repair and aerate greens. Not only that, it also doubles up as a club rest so that your grips remain dry, now how about that? A sprung holder is able to hold a couple of thick or thin tees of any length, while molded Velcro will securely hold your loose glove. Not only that, it will attach in a jiffy to your belt or waistband, being easily accessible whenever you need it.
Considering the fact that it tips the scales at a mere 1oz (28g), this seems to be the perfect gift for dad if he has made mom a golf widow. Perhaps it might just prove to be the tipping point for him to play more golf than he would want to, turning away from the game completely after that.
