Office Gadgets

Microwave for the Lazy

by Matthew Newill on February 2, 2008

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If getting away from your desk is next to impossible then you could choose the iwavecube which is a desk top microwave. It only measures 10" x 10.5" x 12" which is a good size to fit right next to your monitor on your desk. It allows you to cook food with out leaving the comfort of your desk chair. It is not USB powered though as one might hope for. It just uses a regular power point on the wall. It runs efficiently and quietly too. It costs $130 which might seem a tad steep, but for those who prefer to be lazy then it's the perfect option.

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Digital Measuring Tape

by Matthew Newill on February 1, 2008

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This tape measure has a digital display which can show you the actual measurement in digital format while using the regular type of measuring tape. A nice feature is it's ability to store in memory the measurements so that you do not need to write them down right away. The digital display can show measurements in inches, feet or metric which can be easily switched between with the push of a button.

The tape is available from ThinkGeek and costs $24.99.

Via: GeekAlerts

Finger Print Safe
A safe can be a real pain when you want to open it up. The normal method is to use the combination lock with so many turns to the left and right, and then use a key after that. This latest safe uses biometric technology to keep your valuables safe. To open the safe you just swipe your finger across a sensor and it opens up for you.

It weighs 29 lbs (so it isn't the most heavy of safes... ie, it could be picked up and run away with). But, it does provide fairly good protection to keep some things safe and out of the reach of others. The finger print safe costs $399.95 and is available from GadgetUniverse.

Via: TheMensGiftGuide

Bookshelf Aquarium

by Matthew Newill on January 22, 2008

Bookshelf Aquarium
At 4" deep from front to back, this Bookshelf Aquarium is an ideal space saver. With being just 4" deep is still manages to provide 180 " sq. of space for up to six fish. It can hold 2.4 gallons of water and has an air pump in there along with filtration and a heater.

With it being next to expensive books it is made of shatterproof to help prevent accidents. LED's provide light for the aquarium. It weighs 20 lbs when filled with water and measures 13" H x 17" W x 4" D and costs $149.95.

Product Page Via: TheMensGiftGuide

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This mini backet ball hoop has the potential to be mounted on your office wall depending on what your manager thinks. Each hoop is attached to an 18" wide by 12" high Acrylic backboard. The rim is steel and measure 8.75" across with a JustFlexTM mount (break away style rim). The small version costs $49.99 and comes with a 12" all weather net and a 4.5" inflatable mini basketball.

The mini pro 2 version is slightly bigger at 24"x16" for the backboard with the same sized steel rim with JustFlexTM mount. The larger version costs $109.99.

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USB Flower Fan

by Matthew Newill on January 5, 2008

USB Flower Fan
This little flower is powered by USB and is named the USB Flower Fan. I am sure it will get most people talking "about" you in the office, so unless you are the flamboyant type it might be worth using just a regular fan when the weather gets warmer later this year.

Available from IWOOT for £9.95 (although surprisingly they are out of stock).

Via: RealityWired

Iomega ZIP Drive Desk Clock
The ZIP drive from Iomega was cool back in the days when flash drives were not around and floppy drives were the other best option. What happens now that they are not needed, or broken? You hack away at it to make an Iomega ZIP Drive Desk Clock. This clock pictured above is made from a recycled ZIP 100 drive and uses the original circuit board, drive head and motor armature. It stands 5.5 inches tall and is 4 inches wide. To keep it standing the clock sits on an acrylic stand.

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There is just 1 of these in stock and it costs $34.99. Go grab it quickly!

Via: Etsy

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The Luna office Desk is designed and built for those who have cash to throw away. It costs a huge $12885 USD to purchase.

This contemporary office desk is ideal for designers and executives looking for smart space solutions. The Luna Desk comes along with modesty panel made of bent arched asymmetrical legs, obtained by a monolithic fusion, varnished aluminium, metallized silver finish and connected by means of steel elements.

The desk top is transparent tempered crystal thickness (15mm) sat on spacer plates made of stainless steel. The modesty panel is covered in red or black leather and the whole desk measures 94.5W x 47.2D x 28.3H.

Product Page Via: Kineda

Digital Voice Recorder
What makes this Digital Voice Recorder "the best"? According to Hammacher, this digital voice recorder gives superior playback clarity at distance. Testing of this digital voice recorder was done at 20 feet away from a source and proved to have better sound clarity then any others that were tested along side. It achieves this with a variable control voice actuator which can set the correct volume level to record at.

record voices without obscuring Ps, Bs, and Ss up to 40' away, 10' more than the nearest tested model. The recorder is easy to set up for initial recording a nd its built-in 256MB memory allows it to record up to 66 1/2 hours in LP mode.

It connects to a PC via USB allowing you to transfer the audio easily. Powered by AA batteries it can record up to 32 hours before needing a recharge.

Product Page $169.95

USB Mushroom Lamp

by Matthew Newill on December 24, 2007

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These USB Mushroom lamps are a perfect way of lighting up your computer desk. They are designed just like the mushroom's from the famous Mario games and are powered by USB from your computer. If you do not have a USB port, or do not even have a computer then these lamps can be powered by batteries also. Costing just $13 you get some quite cool ambient lights for your office.

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Plantarium Vial Garden

by Matthew Newill on December 22, 2007

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These glass tubes contain an interesting gel made by NASA scientists. The gel allows seeds to be grown inside the tubes and as the gel is transparent, you can also see the plant growing below the service. The glass tubes are 7 inches tall and there are 5 different varieties available which are basil, melon, marigold, pepper, sunflower or tomato.

Each plantarium vial garden costs $9.95 from brooklyn5and10.

Via: FreshPilot

Veltia Hand Dryer

by Matthew Newill on October 2, 2007

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Just 15 seconds using this and your hands will be completely dry. It uses high speed air micro streams drawn from the atmosphere which evaporates the water from your hands. It only needs 617mm x 300mm x 195mm to squeeze in somewhere. It also uses cold air which in turn, protects the environment.

Via: UberGizmo