These 4 port USB Hubs are dead ringers for real LEGO building blocks. Even though they’re not the real thing, they do hook together in a similar fashion allowing you to built an almost unlimited sized USB hub. Unfortunately you’ll have to connect each individual hub to your computer (they don’t appear to daisy chain). The cost is about $12. How much longer before we have LEGO shaped accessories that can be added on such as a docking station for your iPhone/BlackBerry, memory card reader. This could open an entirely new market for adult building blocks. via Unplggd Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Have you ever been caught away from home and wished there was a way after a big meal that you could stop and brush your teeth before going into an important client meeting? I know it’s happened to me more than once. Now there’s a way that you can freshen your breath without carrying an entire toothbrush and toothpaste in your purse or briefcase. Colgate Wisp’s claim to be able to freshen your breath while wiping the crud off your teeth – all without the use of any water. How well do they work? … Continue reading on Gear Diary …

This Moxi HD DVR is one of five units that’s looking for a good home. When my wife and I moved into our new house, my office/work area/lab/dungeon got relegated to the basement -  not a full-size basement, mind you, more like a “large cubby under the stairs” sort of place.  Little did I realize though, that when she used the term “Man Cave” for the first time, it wasn’t a novel phrase. My Man Cave is not much to write home (or even this post) about.  There are lots of books and magazines,  and old or malfunctioning PC’s to tinker with.  It’s not the kind of place that I can really invite “The Guys” over for.  But now, there might be hope for me yet, from the Cool Dudes at Digeo: Continue reading on Gear Diary …

What floats in your pool, carries up to 5 drinks (with snacks), can be radio controlled to float forward, backward, left and right and makes 360 degree turns? If you guessed the Excalibur PR6406 remote controlled drink float – then you’re right. Now you’ll never have to get out of the pool to get another drink. And think of the fond childhood memories you’re giving the kids who will tell their kids about the time they remotely steered 5 beers to their dad floating big bellied up in the middle of the pool. Normally priced at $69.99 – grab it now for $24.99 (free shipping) from Buy. Radio Control Drink Float – $24.99… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Here’s another coupon deal from our GearSponsor LogicBuy. For only $699 you can obtain your very own new HP Pavilion dv7t with 17.3-inch monitor and Mobility Radeon HD 4530. These larger screens help make your laptop a great desktop replacements while still retaining some portability. There’s a bunch of free upgraded stuff with this one including a 3GB RAM upgrade, 320GB hard drive upgrade, $100 off a 6GB RAM upgrade, 50% off an integrated TV Tuner, Free Shipping and Free HP Deskjet Printer. If you’re in the market for a laptop – the details on how to claim the coupon code (good only for the first 2,500 redemptions) is at the link below. 30% off HP Pavilion dv7t 17.3-inch Continue reading on Gear Diary …

The CPF® Trolley Bag with laptop compartment swung out for X-ray scanning. For a while now, flying hasn’t been that much fun.  Airlines cutting costs (say “goodbye” to complimentary peanuts) and security checkpoints adding on time make personal airline travel feel like an ordeal, and business travel feel even more like a necessary “evil”. But for the business travelers amongst you, there’s one small piece of good news – you can now get through the process of running your laptop through security checkpoints that much faster, thanks to the CPF® line (short for ‘Checkpoint Friendly’) of laptop bags from Aerovation.  … Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Times are tough. Companies all over have been shedding workers which puts a crimp in everyone’s budget. If you’re tattoo crazed, unemployed, and still have a few square inches of “un-inked” body screaming out for decoration – check this Body Art Tattoo Gun Machine. There’s not telling how many ugly tattoos could emerge after people really start making their own designs. I think it goes without saying that you should use at your own risk and practice first on some area of your body that nobody will ever see. Reading the instruction manual first would be a good idea too. Body Art Tattoo Gun Machine Set with Gun + Needles + Foot Pedal Power Supply – $75.90… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

The iSkin USB power charger is a convenient way to charge all of your USB powered electronic devices.  From your iPod to your iPhone to anything in between (providing it’s a low powered USB device with an input power rating of 5 Volts)  The charger has a glossy black and gray look and it folds away for easy storage. Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Are you tired of weighing down your BlackBerry Bold with a fat extended battery pack. Here’s a way to keep the pounds off your berry and still add up to 7 additional talk time hours beyond the normal 15 minutes battery life. This combination BlackBerrry Bold case and extended battery will recharge your Bold when it’s inserted into the case. There’s a power on/off button to preserve extended battery life and only use it when needed. The clip in the back ratchets and there’s an LED battery power level light to show you the strength remaining. Cost is $79.99. Battery Capacity – up to 2300 mA Battery Charging Current – up to 450 mA Battery Max Discharging Current – 2A Power Consumption – 5V/2.5W… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

This AeroBed is not only surprisingly affordable – it also includes a backpack carrying case and battery powered pump (4 D batteries required). Perfect for college students or anyone who wants a more convenient way to carry a twin sized inflatable bed strapped to their back. It’s probably a little heavy for hiking, however it could be used with it’s battery powered pump in the woods in a pinch or perhaps as a surprise gift for the wayward child who constantly threatens to run away from home. Costco via SD Continue reading on Gear Diary …

We welcome deal site LogicBuy today as our newest sponsor. Their members vote up (or down) the latest online deals they’ve found so what you’re left with is a great assortment of hot deals ($199 Nokia N810 Internet tablet anyone? ). In addition LogicBuy will be providing us regular sponsored offers to share with you. Their deal for today is: 30% off coupon on HP HDX16t 16-inch Widescreen 1080p (16:9) Centrino 2 Laptop. Plus FREE upgrade to 4GB RAM ($100 value), FREE upgrade to 320GB Hard Drive, $100 off 6GB RAM Upgrade, 50% off integrated TV Tuner, FREE shipping and FREE HP Deskjet Printer ($70 value) after paperless rebate. Features titanium “liquid metallic” design, 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT GPU… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

I just had a sweepstakes brought to my attention that should be of interest -  HP and Microsoft are running a dv2 notebook computer campaign with an NBA prize package! Be sure to read to the bottom of this post, because there is more here than meets the eye – much more!… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

Do you have a white iPhone and are sometimes jealous of the black?  Do you have a black iPhone and want to protect it while maintaining a little bit of its original look and style.  The combination of black and chrome is undeniably a sexy one and the Griffin Reflect Mirrored case from Griffin Technology puts the two together in a sleek and functional case for the iPhone 3G.… Continue reading on Gear Diary …

If these images are indeed of the BlackBerry Storm 2 (and it definitely appears they are) then it seems like potential smartphone purchasers will have a little more difficulty making a decision about which smartphone to purchase within the next three to six months (that’s assuming the Storm 2 will be released during that time). From the photos at crackberry.com the Storm 2 might have dropped a little weight and sexied itself up with a tummy tuck around the button area. Crackberry Continue reading on Gear Diary …

We love our tech, our toys and our modern comforts but sometimes things go awry. Things break, hard disks fail, and cell phones fail to charge. Those are annoyances. Other times, however, things are a bit more serious and might cause real harm. That’s why we want to tell you about two product recalls that are underway. The first is a recall of  Folding Toy Beach Chairs by Build-A-Bear Workshop Due to Laceration Hazard. The second is  a notebook battery recall by HP Due to Fire Hazard. Complete details are after the jump. Please take a look to make sure you don’t have either of these products in your home.… Continue reading on Gear Diary …