I have several computers in my house, most of which run Windows XP. With the release of the third and final service pack for the OS, I did what I always do, which was absolutely nothing. I did not download the new data, but merely sat back, content with the way my computers were running; waiting to see what damage would be caused by the update. Apparently there has been plenty of damage done.

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Those who missed the boat for Mother’s Day this year, fret not, as your little one ought to pop out sometime in the near future, making you eligible for next year’s edition so to speak. As if trying to get pregnant isn’t hard enough (in fact, it can be pretty stressful especially for those who have been trying for months and even years on end without any success), keeping your growing baby safe and sound from all sorts of threats is even more challenging. There are tons of worries which are sure to abound, including whether you will be able to fit into that black little number that caught hubby’s eye way back at the high school prom, but the more important concern would be the baby’s safety especially during a car ride. Any mom-to-be can tell you how uncomfortable it is to wear a seatbelt across the abdomen, but aren’t seatbelts supposed to be for their safety? Enter the Tummy Shield, a new seat belt that was specially designed for pregnant women.

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I can bet that when most of you carry around your camera, you don’t bother to bring along a tripod. Unless you’re a professional photographer that’s heading to a shoot, you’ll find that the benefits of a stable surface far outweigh the bulk of such a device. This StandPouch however, will ensure that you always have a tripod for your point-and-shoot camera.

Rather than just being a simple little tripod that you carry around with you, this product also acts as a protective case for your camera. Sure, it’s not going to work nearly as well as a large tripod, but it give you something adjustable to set it on. Best of all, it will only set you back $13.

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Parents who find it difficult to manage their kids at airports when traveling to far off exotic places might be able to find some relief with the Trunki ride-on suitcase for kids.

Colourful, fun and super-stable, Trunki features integrated wheels, steering ‘horn’ grips and a contoured saddle allowing kids to safely ride their luggage through the terminal. And if they tire of yee-hah-ing around duty free they can take Trunki for walkies using its sturdy towing strap. Genius! Available in several characterful colour schemes (blue, pink and special spotted cow) Trunki is the perfect size for children aged around 3-6. And before you ask, no, it doesn’t come in adult sizes. Bah!

The Trunki will retail for £29.95 and £34.95 for the Terrance/Trixie and Frieda designs, respectively.

The Clip Stik Ultra-Slim Fan is one interested household gadget that offers an instant cooling breeze, no matter where you are. I guess with global warming and weird weather patterns happening all around, it makes perfect sense to keep a cool and calm head with this.

Thanks to a slim “tower” design, this Lasko clip-on fan is easy to use anywhere. Clip it on a shelf or bookcase…or take off the clip and use it freestanding. Even a crowded desk or busy kitchen has room for this fan! Just clip it to a shelf, and you’ll be cooled and refreshed quickly and quietly. Two speeds—quick cooling or gentle breeze. Just adjust the swivel-action clip to direct the air flow where you need it, or away from paperwork. This slim fan also can be used on a kitchen counter or side table. Patented, fused safety plug.

The Clip Stik Ultra-Slim Fan will set you back by $39.95.

Are you a gym rat who needs to know your exact heart rate while performing your runs on the treadmill? Granted, some of the more advanced treadmills will be able to give you a reading of your current heart rate, but those aren’t exactly the most accurate in the world. The Strapless One Touch Heart Rate Watch, IMHO, would do a much better job.

Unlike typical heart rate monitors that require uncomfortable chest straps, this heart rate device is as unobtrusive as a standard wrist watch and provides an EKG accurate reading to 1 beat-per-minute after only three beats. A signal beeps twice when your heart rate exceeds or falls below your optimal beats-per-minute target zone, informing you when to increase or decrease workout rate. Chronograph and countdown timer features allow you to set time benchmarks, and the calorie counter calculates caloric energy output based on your heart rate. Includes calendar, hourly chime, alarm, and current time features, displayed on any easy-to-read backlit LCD.

Each $69.95 purchase comes with a battery, and you will be able to choose from Mens or Womens designs.

Remote controlled toys on CG are a-plenty, but this time round we have something which requires a wee bit more skill to fly compared to your regular RC helicopters, as it boasts a higher degree of precision and control. Behold, the Bladez 3D Helicopter! Looks like the perfect toy to irritate your pet with, chasing it around the home. Check out a description of the device right after the jump.

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