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The Kiss-o-Meter Tells You If You Have Kissable Breath (or Not)

GeekSugar — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:30:38 -0800

Who will you be smooching this Valentine's Day? Make your decision based on a very scientific measurement with the Kiss-o-Meter ($30).

Even though it sounds like it's judging your smooching prowess, it's actually a tiny bad breath detector. The lights tell you if you're good to go, or conversely, if the person you're about to lock lips with is. But the secret's out; if someone whips this out to use on you, try not to be too offended.

It's definitely better than someone whipping out the super-obvious Halitosis Detector.

Fake Security Camera: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:45:41 -0700

Do you enjoy freaking out your friends? Do you have an affinity for conspiracy theories?

Feed your paranoid antics with this Fake Security Camera ($12)!

It's battery operated and has a motion detector sensor, so it'll follow folks around the room - of course, you could use it outside as a theft deterrent, but it's much more fun to see your buddies squirm, isn't it? I actually had a retail job where they plastered these all around the stores to spook potential stealers, so it's kinda funny that they are predominantly used as a scare tactic product.

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Bubble Wrap Calendar Has My Fingers Itching to Pop

GeekSugar — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:45:13 -0700

Everyone knows I'm a big fan of bubble wrap (little Katie Sugar loves it too!). Whenever a package comes in, I pray for the bubbles instead of those lame peanuts that I can't do anything with (besides toss them up in the air and create my own personal snow globe).

The Bubble Wrap Key Chain has quelled my need for popping somewhat, but I need more! More bubble wrap, I say!

Enter the Bubble Wrap Calendar, which allows me to pop a new bubble every day of the week! The calendar even comes complete with holidays and important dates printed right on the bubbles. And bonus, it's handmade in Brooklyn! My only concern? What will keep me from popping all the bubbles today?!

A Power Bug Swatter Andy Roddick Could Love

GeekSugar — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 10:11:26 -0800

Full disclosure: A huge reason I love living in a city is to avoid bugs (with the exception of electronic ladybugs). I love nature and the environment and blah blah blah but I have ALWAYS hated bugs and I'm not going to change. So when I see an actual bug in my apartment, flying or crawling and adamantly where it is not supposed to be, I freak the hell out.

I'm also ill-equipped - since there are very few bugs around, I don't have any stinky bug sprays or fly swatters. I usually end up giving just giving them a mild headache with an issue of Us Weekly, So I'm totally kickin' down for this Power Bug Swatter, or as I like to think of it, Tennis Racket Bug Zapper.

I cannot wait to take aim at flies with this thing, zap 'em, and perfect my tennis swing at the same time. My apology to PetSugar if this qualifies as animal cruelty.

The Wacky 360 Degree Camera

GeekSugar — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:00:27 -0800

Testing- camera one, camera two, back to camera one. The person who made this 360 degree camera must have wanted eyes on the back of their head, or they had a few too many disposal cameras to play with.

With seven connected cameras in total, this girl can take quite the panoramic shot.

Not only is this a fashion no-no, how do you know if you are lining up the right shot from the right, or the left?! This is what I use my digital cam for, tons of useless shots that can easily be deleted!

Gizmodo's 10 Most Sexist Gadgets: Are These Things Funny or Offensive?

GeekSugar — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 04:30:00 -0800

Gizmodo put together a gallery of the 10 Most Sexist Gadgets Ever Made (please click the link for the gadgets, as many of them are NSFW), and I'm finding myself out of breath laughing one minute and completely offended the next.

I've actually posted the USB Pole Dancer before, thinking it would make a funny gag gift, but some of these things on this list are pretty horrifying. The Axe Mouse Pad?! I want to know what marketing genius thought that one up. And then there's the gadget that needs no words, the lovely Control Your Woman Remote. Oh, wait, I do have one word: Delete.

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Cats Vs. Gadgets: Or, the Best Videos Ever

GeekSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 06:05:13 -0700

Why do kitty cats always get in fights with gadgets? The noble cat code sends them to battle with anything battery-operated, plugged in, or beeping. All I know is that videos documenting them interacting with tech are awesome. Check out my slideshow for the best of the best. Source

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How Not to Be Taken Seriously: Gadget Gear to Avoid

GeekSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 07:33:07 -0700

I love the hybrid of convenience and comfort that comes in the form of wearable gadgets or accessories, but there are some things - OK many things - that convenience aside, no self-respecting human should be caught dead wearing. At least not in public, among people you may want to date, hire, or befriend you some day. Check out my selections and see if you agree with me.

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Website of the Day: Passive Aggressive Notes

GeekSugar — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:29:50 -0700

Roommate frustrations? Lunch missing from your work fridge. . . again? Whether you've just been tempted to leave an angry, anonymous (or not-so-anonymous) note or you're actually guilty of leaving one, they can be pretty funny to those not involved in the squabble.

The website Passive-Aggressive Notes posts "painfully polite and hilariously hostile writings from shared spaces the world over" - aka the note that your co-worker posted on the office fridge for all to see. I've mentioned the site before, but check it out again for new features including "'Word of the Day," calling out a hilarious user comment, or the "Greatest Hits" and "Kerry's Favorites" with links to the site's most popular and founder's favorite content.

It's perfect for scrolling through if you need a laugh. Or, for the ultimate passive-aggressive payback, submit a note of your own to be included on the site.

Have an interesting website like this you'd like to share? To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group, read more.

1. First of all, join the Website of the Day group.
2. Click "New Post" under the website of the day tab at the top of the page.
3. Give your story a "Title."
4. Fill in the "Body" with a link to your favorite website and the reasons why you love it.
5. Type "Technology and Gadgets" in the Categories box
6. Add keyword(s) in the tag field with relevant tags (for example mine for this story was "Website of the Day").
7. Choose whether you want the post to be private or public.
8. Click "Create Post" to submit content.

So join the Website of the Day group and share information about all your favorite sites! Yours just might end up on the GeekSugar homepage!

Gadgets Found in Chinatown: Downright Shocking

GeekSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 04:00:31 -0700

The touristy shops in San Francisco's Chinatown are teeming with gadgets, but it's usually overpriced cameras and items of questionable authenticity. But in one of my favorite fun crap stores, I found a variety of gadgets that will shock you - literally.

I knew the geek prank of late was shocking gadgets, but I had only seen the games, as evidenced by the Sugar office showdown! I didn't know there was a whole world of punkings to be had with hand-shocking gadgets, but in Chinatown, I found them.

Boss bugging you? Give him a USB stick with your latest "project" on it and watch his palm buzz. IT guy making fun of you again? Put this mouse on your pad and shut him up right away. Annoying little brother that keeps asking for an iPod? Give him this one!

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