Great Gifts

How To Play The Piano With No Piano

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 16:23:57 +0000

Have you ever played piano in the air or on your leg when listening to a good song? Do you like having the latest gadget and creating new songs? If the answers are yes, the perfect gadget for you is a nail instrument that works very similar to a piano. The idea is that you wear some plastic covers on your fingertips and a speaker on your wrist; this will create a specific noise when you tap the fingers on something and it is like playing an invisible piano. The concept is pretty cool and it also looks very nice with a very robot-like feel to it that will surely attract some attention when you start playing on the table.

The wrist portion also has three buttons on it which allow you to choose between piano, bells or cat. The latter option seems to be a bit weird if you think about it but it can be fun to listen to cats while you tap your fingers on a hard surface. We have to mention that it is made in Japan and that it will cost $40 to have this new gadget on your hand and start playing some music in a very unique way.

No matter if you are planning to buy this for yourself or as a gift for a friend who likes music, the results will be quite nice and it is a great gadget to have around the house for when you are bored or want to play some music. A piano is hard to fit in a house and no one really likes to play with actual bells or make cats speak for that matter; this leaves the Wrist-Mounted Finger Piano as the best choice. You can also consider getting two and start creating some beautiful music. Due to the fact that it is so portable, you can take it everywhere you want and even play some music in the bus; just make sure you practice a bit at home and know what you are doing before trying it out in public because most people don’t like the out of tune sound of cats.

Have Your Own Dancing Toy

admin — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 16:20:08 +0000

It can sometimes be difficult to think of a nice gift to buy for friends. You want it to be fun and new but you would also like it if it didn’t cost a big amount. A good gift or new gadget for someone also has to be something which they would want but they don’t yet have and this can be a bit tricky. Some think of gifts as something that the person receiving would not buy for themselves but something they would like.

Considering all these requirements and many other, there is but one gift idea that seems right and that is the toy that became a phenomenon online, My Keepon. If you aren’t yet familiar with this cool gadget, just do a quick search online, preferably in videos, and you will see why this cute little toy can make the perfect gift.

It is an interactive cute animal that can dance, bounce, chirp and beep. It can follow the music played on its microphone, which also acts as a support for the little thing, and it can also interact with your touches.

During dance mode, it will play a song and also dance to the beat in a style that will amaze you and your friends. You can easily choose the song you want him to dance on and an interesting thing is that it will never dance the same way twice, even if it is the same music. This makes it very fun and you can’t get bored with the little dancing bird.

In touch mode, it will act like a small pet thanks to the many sensors hidden underneath his soft skin. It will interact with your hands by moving or making sounds; he likes to be patted or tickled and he can even sneeze if you scratch his nose. There are some moods he can be in depending on how you treat him so he can be happy or annoyed, curious or sleepy. He is a fun little toy for all ages and this makes the My Keepon the perfect gift idea for when you just don’t know what to get.

Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag – The Cool Gadget For An Eco-Friendly Approach

admin — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 17:07:29 +0000

During the last years, people have become more and more environmentally conscious, especially since the first signs of global warming have appeared. And this is the reason why numerous cool gadgets which are eco-friendly have appeared. And one such gadget is the Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag. Well, the name might sound weird, but I assure you that this is a truly great gadget. With this you will be able to power up your gadgets while you are simply walking around the city.

The Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag comes with fixable solar panels of 8’’x12’’ in size which can reach to an output of 1000mA at 5.6V via USB on a full sunny day. And if it gets a bit cloudy, do not worry, because you can still power up you gadgets by using of built-in battery pack of 800mAh Li Ion which functions as a buffer. Just simply attach the Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag solar panels on your backpack with multiple straps and buckles and your favorite bag will become your new portable gadget charger. The Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag is the perfect solution to get more out of nature without using any more unnecessary resources. You will be able to enjoy your favorite music while you going through town without needing to charge your devices 24/7.

The Piggyback Solar Powered Gadgetbag is also a great gift for anyone who desires to make even the smallest eco-friendly gesture in a nice and stylish manner and who usually carries a multitude of gadgets around (don’t we all).

Apple TV Media Streaming Box – The Popular Cool Gadget Streaming Tool

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:42:02 +0000

When it comes to media streaming, the most popular cool gadget out there has to be the Apple TV Media Streaming Box. This popular option for cool gadget has been released a couple of years ago and since then the price has been steadily going down, becoming more and more affordable for the average consumer. In a glance the Apple TV Media Streaming Box can be summed up in the following:

Connection: HDMI
Content Services
Internet: Wi-Fi, Ethernet
Netflix: Yes
Resolution: Up to 720p
Size: 3.9 x 3.9 x 0.9 inches
YouTube: Yes

Unfortunately, in comparison with many of the devices present on the market today the Apple TV Media Streaming Box does not offer:

Amazon Video
Hulu
SD Card Slot
Storage Space
USB Ports
Web Browser

But even so, Apple TV Media Streaming Box is probably your top choice when it comes to media streaming if you already are an Apple fan and you have a more than generous iTunes collection. Plus you can easily play any content from your iPhone or iPad on your HDTV with this cool gadget. And last but not least, let’s not forget that one of the biggest strong points for Apple has always been the user interface which is quite easy to use and appealing from the visual point of view. So, if you are an Apple fan or you simply want a cool gadget for your media streaming you should take a look at the Apple TV Media Streaming Box.

VHS To DVD Converter – The Cool Gadget to Save Your Collection

admin — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:35:57 +0000

If you desire to save your VHS collection then you might want to take a look at this cool gadget, the VHS to DVD Convertor. VHS was how we recorded the videos a couple of decades ago, but during the past years, the DVD has begun to literally dominate the market and the VHS has slowly fallen into the shadows. But even so, all through the years you have most likely had all your beautiful moments immortalized on a VHS tape.

The only problem now is that the player is not working as good and you are afraid that in the near future you will no longer be able to look at these tapes and see your weeding day, the first steps of your little one or the great celebration you had 10 years ago with your close friends. But with VHS to DVD Convertor you will be able to keep those moments for longer by transferring your videos in DVD format. And besides this, the player also permits you to play both VHS and DVDs. It comes with an integrated HDTV tuner which permits you to record HD broadcasts. It also maximizes the video resolution and the audio quality of any TV which has a HDMI port. And last but not least the device also comes with additional DV input which permits to you to connect a camcorder directly to the VHS to DVD Convertor and transfer the content directly onto a DVD.

The VHS to DVD Convertor comes with included coaxial input as well as additional composite inputs. It is quite easy to use the VHS to DVD Convertor for any function that you desire as it comes with a detailed menu which will guide you through all the steps. The DVD is compatible with most DVD formats, the only format that it does not playback is the Blu-Ray format. The VHS to DVD Convertor also plays the MP3 and JPEG formats, meaning that you can easily watch pictures or listen to your favorite music through it. With the VHS to DVD Convertor you will also receive a universal remote control.

VHS to DVD Convertor is the perfect gadget to help you maintain your recorded collection for longer in great quality condition.

Kobo Vox – The Social Media E-Book Cool Gadget

admin — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 09:33:15 +0000

Kobo has recently launched what is considered to be by many the world’s first social e-book reader under the name of Kobo Vox. The Kobo Vox is the cool gadget that any media fan should have. The new Kobo Vox already is supporting more than 5 million users worldwide. The concept behind the e-reader was inspired by the Vox Populi, which means voice off the people.

It is quite clear what the manufacturers from Vox desire. They desire to intensify communication through social networking in between readers. With the aid of Vox you will be able to discuss and discover all you want to know about different authors and books from the ideas and impressions of other people, which is much more suggestive than chronicle reviews. One of the best parts of this cool gadget is that it has followed with an upgrade of overall software implementation as well as different highly functional applications. And the hardware support is also something which you should not forget.

The Kobo Vox comes with a highly performing system which will bring your reading experience to a new level. The display allows vivid color images, meaning that you will be able to read full color newspaper and magazines, you will be able to watch videos, play games and listen to your favorite music as the Kobo Vox functions on a Android platform, the Android Gingerbread 2.3. With the aid of the Kobo Vox you will be able to access one of the greatest libraries. It comes with enough storage space for you to be able to store up to 8000 digital books. Plus it also has an extendable storage function which permits you to store up to 40000 books. With the aid of Kobo Vox you will be able experience reading to an entire new level. You will be able to discuss with your friends about what you are reading and you will be able to search for the books which suit you the most. The Kobo Vox is one of the cool gadgets which any reader should not be without.

The Kobo Vox is a wonderful gift for yourself or a person who is close to you and it will truly enrich your life.

Nintendo Wii U – An Amazing Gadget

admin — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 14:08:05 +0000

One of the coolest gadgets that were presented this year at E3 is the Nintendo Wii U. Let’s start by saying that standing out at one of these events is already a task worth mentioning but being able to impress everybody with your products is a whole different scenario; the competition is high and everybody comes up with different gadgets that promise to change the gaming world as we see it.

The Nintendo Wii U seems like something that doesn’t fit in an already existing category; not in a bad way but more in the sense that it does so many things that it would be fair to just characterize it as being one thing. For example, let’s just take the controller from Nintendo that offers a new way to play the games you like. This is true, with the new controller you can aim, throw and control your moves while you are playing on your TV. The touch screen allows you for a unique gaming experience if you use it to control the game; you can, for example, throw ninja stars by sliding your fingers on the controller and aiming it in the direction you want to hit.

The Nintendo Wii U controller can also be considered a portable gaming console in the sense that you don’t need a TV to play with it. If you are playing and someone needs to use the TV, you can just continue playing on the controller thanks to the large screen and the two shoulder buttons and two triggers on the sides.

You can also use the Nintendo Wii U to stay in touch with your family in friends. It is equipped with a front camera and a microphone and it can offer high quality video conferences. The touch screen makes it possible for you to play different board games with your friends such as checkers but it also makes it possible for you draw with the help of the stylus.

Basically the Nintendo Wii U is a very complex gadget that has already left most gamers wanting to have one. Despite this fact, it is very easy to use and can help consumers have fun no matter if they choose to play with friends or alone.

Record And Project With This Cool Gadget

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:58:15 +0000

Although the mobile phones we have nowadays can also record video at good quality, for the best quality you still need a camcorder. Since we are looking at small portable cameras, let’s consider some that not only can record videos but can also project them so that you can get that old movie cinema feel. There are few models that have this feature and it is an interesting gadget to have around. The Coolpix S1000pj as well as the more recent Sony HDR-PJ50 can turn your living room into a real cinema hall for movies you directed, filmed and shared.

Any flat surface will do and for the best experience, it is better to turn the lights off. Other features of this great gadget, the Sony HDR-PJ50, include a 220 GB hard drive. The large disk space makes it possible for you to record and store quite a lot of material; also the quality is very good being able to record at 1920×1080 HD, but this has become something normal for new video records. Given the easy to use features and the nice design, this gadget can be great as a gift for someone that has a passion for filming, recording or sightseeing. Prices can exceed a thousand dollars but you are not just buying a gadget, you are buying a high quality video camera that will help you keep the memories of every fun experience; the 220 GB hard drive will play a big part in that. Of course, what makes it interesting is the projection option and it will surely make for fun nights with friends. The projection image has 60 inches and the quality is very good as long as the surface is adequate and the lighting conditions must be optimal to really feel like you are at the cinema; all you need now is some popcorn and you are ready.

Sony VAIO – More Than A Laptop

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 13:54:04 +0000

Sony is known for being a leading manufacturer in everything from computers to mp3 players and while the quality of their products is high, the prices usually make them available for just a part of consumers. VAIO is a part of Sony used for computer design and manufacturing. It is an acronym that stands for Visual Audio Intelligence Organizer, a name which changed the old meaning in 2008. While a Sony VAIO laptop can be quite expensive, there is one series which is more affordable without cutting the performance or the quality.

The Sony VAIO, M series, is quite affordable and for a laptop which is both stylish to look at and can perform like other, more expensive laptops, it is truly a bargain at around $400. It has a 10 inch LED screen, a HDD of 250 GB, an Intel Atom N450 processor and pretty much everything you can expect from a Sony laptop.

Don’t think that the great looking design is useless because you can show it off because it is a laptop for a reason. The batteries are very good and at only 1.3 kg, you can take it anywhere. It is perfect for anyone that works on their laptop and also has to travel or for students that are in touch with the new times and prefer typing rather than writing.

If you ever wanted a Sony VAIO for how it looks or how it functions, but you just couldn’t afford one, now you can get an M series, the cheapest VAIO available on the market. They are known for being very resistant in time so you don’t have to worry about it breaking down any time soon and as far as the performance is concerned, this too will not be out of date for the next couple of years. Buying a Sony VAIO is now an investment and a very much worth one at that.

Somnus Shirt – Measuring Your Sleep

admin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:53:34 +0000

Gadgets come in all shapes and sizes and you can use one or another at every moment of the day. You can have a cool mp3 player to entertain you while you go to work and you can have a big television set when you get home. Every moment can be improved with a certain gadget and now there is something that can monitor you while you are sleeping. Don’t go thinking about lots of cables and wires that are hooked up to you in order to get a reading on your pulse, eye movement and whatever else they measure at sleeping clinics. This gadget is much more comfortable and it doesn’t require any special setting.

I am talking about the Somnus Shirt from Nyx Devices. This is a gadget which you can easily wear when you go to sleep and during the night, it will measure and record your breathing pattern. The amount of data collected can help it determine the three stages of sleep. Whit the help of this cool gadget you can help figure out why you are having problems sleeping and improve your overall health.

There is no need to worry about special glue or about the position in which you sleep, all you need to do is remember to put this shirt on. It looks very comfortable and sporty so you shouldn’t have any problems with it while you are dreaming away. This cool gadget was invented with the help of a sleep neurologist and besides making it very practical and accurate, their other concern was making it comfortable; if you are having problems sleeping, an itchy shirt with cables coming out of it would only make it worse. It seems that everything is moving with the times and even our clothes are starting to become “smart”.

The price for a sleep measuring shirt is around a hundred dollars, a small price to pay for a decent night’s sleep. It has have the advantage of giving you the opportunity to brag to your friends about what your shirt can do and it is also one of the cool gadgets which you should have around. If you are a big fan of such clothes, you can also look into a jacket that can play music or a shirt that has built-in fans. You can start a collection with all the cool gadgets that you can wear nowadays.