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Adele 21 LP Vinyl Album Comes with a MP3

Helena Stone — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 11:19:15 +0000

We can’t begin to emphasize how much we’re crazy about Adele’s new 21 album. That said, we’re a bit surprised to see that they have even produced an LP version of the album. But this LP isn’t your ordinary LP either, because it actually comes bundled with a mp3 download! Unfortunately, the product description doesn’t include details about which MP3 download it is.

This is the first time we’ve seen vinyl and digital get bundled together. Is this a new way for record companies to entice people to purchase LPs, by luring them in with a bonus mp3 download? Maybe. But either way, it kind of feels like an oxymoron. Adele’s 21 vinyl LP retails for $24.90 at Urban Outfitters.

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Ion USB Portable Turntable in Red is an Urban Outfitters Exclusive

Ali Heriyanto — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:55:35 +0000

Exclusive to Urban Outfitters is the new Ion USB Portable Turntable in red. This portable record player has a convenient USB computer jack enabling you to connect your Mac or PC and transfer your music. It can connect to multiple music sources via the line input jack and turn them into MP3s. The Portable USB Turntable uses an AC adapter or batteries and has a built-in speaker for listening to your records and editing your recordings. Also included is converter software which provides an easy way to transfer your music and import it into your iTunes music library or PC users can download EZ Vinyl Converter with Gracenote MusicID technology. A dust cover with handle, cartridge with stylus, 45RPM adapter, cables, and slipmat are also thrown in. The Ion USB Portable Turntable retails for $140. I’m just digging the red color honestly.

Bionic Commando XBox 360 Review

Joseph Damanti — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 04:00:27 +0000

Based on the original Bionic Commando from Nintendo, Capcom decided to bring it back and give it a whirl with updated graphics and game play. Well they should have left it alone. The story starts with Nathan Spencer, the Bionic Commando being brought back into action by the same force that imprisoned him after he led the bionic commandos to victory 10 years earlier. The game is pretty mediocre at best. The pace of the game is pretty steady and fast. The best part was the awesome one liners when you killed someone such as “Kick A$$ or “I Would hate to be that guy”, very amusing for a horrible game. The worst is the extra long tutorial they put in which is helpful but very drawn out.

The controls are OK, some maneuvers need a little bit to get used to. To get around, it is easily all controlled by the D-Pad with a jump action and your right thumb stick to move your view. You can also get around by swinging with a built in hook from your bionic arm, which is rather difficult. First you must aim and make sure the surface is able to be hooked, then you line up and fire your hook, from here you can either pull yourself right to the structure or grapple your way to a roof. You can also use it to swing from a light post to a monorail, the possibilities are limitless but when you have 5 or 6 guys hunting you down and shooting at you, trying to fiddle with this when you only have mere seconds to move can be challenging to say the least.

The weapons are pretty good, anything from your classic 9mm to a shot gun, You can only carry 48 rounds at a time on most weapons so if you are a trigger happy shooter type, I would seek out a cheat code for unlimited ammo and weapons. To aim you will see your circle target light up red when you are on target otherwise it will be white. You can zoom in by pressing your right thumb stick in. This would be a great feature for some other shooter games to put into play.

The graphics are decent during the game, similar to looks of the recent Capcom game, Resident Evil. One thing that I did not find to be helpful is in areas of radiation, lighting seemed to be an issue. Areas affected by radiation are defined by a glowing blue color, these are areas you should not venture into, you will die within a few seconds. However due to the lighting, it is hard to actually tell which is a contaminated area, from above it is much easier to tell, but that does not help you when you are on the move on the ground.To get around there is no map, just your immediate target area is highlighted in the corner of the screen. You need to keep following your relays to stay on path. This was ok, but I still would prefer a full map feature. It is difficult when you are completely lost and cannot figure out how to get around buildings and radiation.

Sometimes classic games shouldn’t be messed with and even though it lacked the fancy schmancy graphics of this latest version. I still enjoyed the retro Bionic Commando much more. For those who are to young to remember the classic version, probably will enjoy this even with the frustrating movements of the bionic arm, those who remember the good ole’ days will probably not appreciate the remake. Bionic Commando retails for $39.79.

Good: As always Capcom doesn’t let us down with awesome graphics and a decent storyline.

Bad: Controls could be frustrating. Bionic arm was more of a pain than it was worth trying to get it to work, before getting killed.

Hello Kitty Cellphone Site has Hello Kitty iPhone 3G Knockoff

Chip Chick — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:19:12 +0000

Instead of waiting to read about the latest Hello Kitty branded cellphone knockoffs you can now go to the one stop shop that sells them all. HelloKittyPhones.com is a site that sells just about every Hello Kitty cellphone that is out there at the moment- Even one that looks extremely like an iPhone. It is called the Hello Kitty Phone 3G and prices range from $89 to $109 depending on capacity. So if you love anything Hello Kitty and don’t mind using knockoff cellphones, then this is your source.

EAT Forte Turntable Not Only Plays 45′s it also Empties Your Bank Account

Ali Heriyanto — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 10:35:13 +0000

One medium of music that has withstood the test of time so far is the LP. Not only have record shops selling them, noticed a surge in sales, but more and more turntables are being made for them as well – and not just plain jane ones either. The EAT Forte is one such turntable that looks like a part you would find in your car, rather then play a 45. The Vinyl Mat is made from recycled vinyl records (you know the ones you threw away when you got the cassette deck) and holding the record in place is a clamp. There are also magnetic feet, belts made out of silicone string, and a digital display to watch the RPM’s move as the record plays. Lastly, the EAT part of the name is implied by all the moving parts of this device eating and absorbing the energy into the EAT Forte, in order to give a one of a kind playback experience. The EAT Forte retails for €12,400(U.S. $16755.60) in piano black or Zebrano – add an additional €500 ($698.15) for Premium Makassar. For that kind of money I just may take out of storage my Sesame Street record player.

RSS Lamp Shade Feeds and Illuminates Your Room

Chip Chick — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:19:25 +0000

Our nerdy selves are totally digging this lamp shade. It’s really just a simple lamp shade covered in the universal orange RSS symbol. This is probably a suitable gift for the web designer in your life – so that they can decorate their room like one big web site. However, as cute as this lamp shade is, we can’t help but wish that it did something neater than just lighting up a room – like maybe it could project news feeds on to your wall, but it disappointingly does not. The RSS Lamp Shade retails for $70.

Mimobot rayD80 Review

Joseph Damanti — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 05:00:36 +0000

The Mimobot rayD80 has now been upgraded to a new body called rayD80. Of course all Mimobot’s come with a story and rayD80 is no different. His complex story is here which details how his new upgraded self, rayD80 will help save the world. Who knew USB keys would be come the future of toys?? But this review won’t focus on his personal trials and tribulations, but instead how we in real life interact with this fun USB flash drive.

Unlike many USB keys these days – preloaded goodies come loaded on to it. RayD80 comes fully loaded with games, wallpaper and it is also serves as a regular thumb drive, which these days is very handy to have with you. The games that are already loaded onto this thumb drive are similar to a Tetris game where you need to line up three of the same color blocks in order to get rid of the color line and as the blocks build up, they come down faster. You are also able to rearrange the colors so they can fit to the blocks that are already lined up. This is a very classic game which makes the player think quick and ahead. It is a good game to keep the mind going as I find myself playing similar games online all the time.

Another great feature the Mimobot has is wallpapers for your computer. You can personalize your computer with the Mimobot as it comes preloaded with different wallpapers, avatars, and desktop icons. This is something different that no other thumb drive will have. If you purchase other characters from the Mimobot line you will also get games, avatars, wallpaper, etc..associated with that character.

RayD80 is plug and play and your computer will recognize the software and begin searching through different wallpapers and other available applications. There really is no thinking involved.

Conclusion:
Overall this is a great purchase which has some nice features and also serves as a storage device. Also included in the package is a cute Mimobot felt jacket for your character and some stickers. I highly recommend the Mimbot to any student or adult on the go looking to to get their USB Key noticed. It also makes for a cheerful desk decoration. RayD80 retails for $24.95 for the 1gb version, 29.95 for the 2gb version, 39.95 for the 4gb version, and 59.95 for the 8gb version from Mimoco.

The Good:
Adorable and fun design, comes preloaded with goodies like wallpaper and games

The Bad:
More expensive than ordinary USB keys, but worth it

Solar Powered Ventilated Cap Keeps You Cool in the Beating Sun

Ali Heriyanto — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:53:44 +0000

You won’t be making a fashion statement with this hat, that is for sure. But it will display how committed you are to producing green energy. The Solar Powered Ventilated Cap will help you avoid the sun and keep you cool at the same time as it transforms the solar energy to operate a working fan on the bill of your hat. The hat itself is your typical adjustable baseball hat and there is no need for any extra batteries as the hat charges itself. It’s available only in blue and at Computer Geeks.com

PeoplePond Offers Search Engine Optimization for Individuals

Chip Chick — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:30:06 +0000

There have been SEO services around for years, but finally people are starting to realize the importance of good SEO placement for your own self and your name. That is where a new service called PeoplePond comes in. They provide you with a very search engine optimized profile as well as online identity verification services. On your profile you can create an About me bio as well as links to your social media content. “Using this profile, they can then promote their verified identity and authenticated ownership of their social media content, thereby thwarting attempts to hijack their online identity. ” Currently there is even a PeoplePond WordPress plugin available for those who would like to display their PeoplePond profile on their blog, a Durapl plugin is on its way too. Overall, this service makes a lot of sense if you want to take control of your own Google results – especially for professional purposes. We also recommend setting up a LinkedIn account to help control your SEO status, if you dont already have one. (Source: PRWeb)

Location Earth Dog Tags Help You Return Home if Abducted by Aliens

Chip Chick — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:06:21 +0000

There are a lot of things to worry about in life, and with a Location Earth Dog Tag – you’ll have one less to worry about. In particular, you wont have to worry about what will happen to you if abducted by aliens. If that should happen, this nifty dog tag will help point an alien pilot back to your home – Earth. The dog tag uses the mathematical location of Earth in relation to several important pulsars on a diagram. So it won’t matter whether a Cylon or a Klingon abducts you, both will be able to figure out where to return you, once they realize just how annoying you are. This must have been what Mulder was wearing when he returned home in Season 8. But perhaps, the best part is their money back guarantee. “Should you ever be abducted by aliens while wearing Location Earth Dog Tags and not returned safely to Earth, you will be entitles to a full refund of the purchase price.” Each dog tag retails for $12.99.

Rear-View Computer Mirror Helps you See Prying Eyes

Chip Chick — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 05:09:38 +0000

The perfect solution for any nosy collegue or boss. Never fret again about checking out this site during work…The Rear-View Computer Mirror is convex and gives you a wide enough angle to see anyone around you who maybe too interested in what you may or may not be doing on your computer. It easily attaches to your computer by Velcro and measures 3″ in diameter. The best part, it comes in various fun colors that will add a dash of color to your cube. So not only can you protect yourself from wandering eyes but its colorful too. The Rear-View Computer Mirror retails for $13.95.

Be.ez LArobe Allure Laptop Sleeves Add Stripes to Your MacBooks

Ali Heriyanto — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:15:03 +0000

I could probably wallpaper my house with all the laptop sleeves we have blogged about over the last few years. That said, we’re happy to welcome a new set of pretty laptop sleeves from Be.ez, especiallt for those folk who dig stripes. The be.ez: LArobe Allure offers stylish notebook protection in the form of a neoprene notebook sleeve with memory foam for added protection against impact. There is an inner lip for protection and it will fit MacBook Pro 15″ & 17″ or a MacBook Air. Available in Black, Moka and stripes, the LArobe Allure gives a professional and protective finish to your laptop and retails for $14.95 to 39.95. If this line is up to your standards. be.ez has a wide range of sleeves for any taste and sized laptop.

Lubix NC1 Bluetooth Stereo Headset Review

Chip Chick — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:26:05 +0000

The Lubix NC1 Bluetooth Stereo Headset is for those people who want the best of both worlds. It’s not only a decent handsfree Bluetooth headset but it also doubles as a stereo headset to take advantage of those cellphones with A2DP playback. The Lubix not only attempts to do two things, but it also is customizable with Skins, making it a fashion accessory as well.The Lubix Bluetooth stereo headset is no stranger to Chip Chick readers either. You might recall that we featured a contest not so long ago where we gave them away.

Design:
The Lubix NC1 Bluetooth headset is designed to not only be wearable as a necklace but also be customizable to your taste. Lubix offers consumers a chance to create a skin for their pair of Lubix NC1 headphones and you can choose from predetermined designs or you can create one yourself. The skin itself is of good quality since the folks behind Skinit are behind it, so we were more than pleased. The pair we tested actually had two skins included which was a nice touch.

The Lubix NC1 headset may look a bit out there since the earphone pieces are a bit on the large size. However, they are designed this way because of all the jog button controls that are located on the left earphone. The headset is held in place together magnetically in a form that resembles a pendant. The two pieces easily pull apart when you are ready to use them. Once you are done using your phone for the moment, then just bring the two parts together and they will seal closed magnetically. The necklace cable is comfortable to wear and you can adjust the choker for neckband length. Included in the package is a manual, large/small eartips, USB adapter, and USB cable.

Setup:
Like any typical Bluetooth headset, the first thing that needs to be done is for the device to be paired. There are no batteries that need to be inserted but the device does need to be charged. Once the charging was completed, the next logical step is obviously to pair the device with your cellphone. I was using the new Blackberry 8900 Curve and turned on the Bluetooth feature to begin searching for Bluetooth devices in the area. Immediately I switched on the headset and held in the Talk/3D Sound button on the Lubix NC1 and the blue LED started to flash to indicate the pairing had begun. The Lubix NC1 was picked up immediately and I paired both devices. Now both the audio and phone calls would be heard and received by the device.

Features:

A key selling point of the Lubix Bluetooth headset is the stereo quality with 3D sound effects. I was impressed with the sound quality overall considering this is not a dedicated pair of headphones. The sound was of decent quality and when you switched on the 3D sound effects it only enhanced the aural experience. The different options consist of lowering the noise in the background of the song, delivering music that gives the impression of a live performance, or enhancing the vocals. With each effect you could hear a difference, which again I did appreciate for a bluetooth headset. Changing the volume can be done from the NC1′s earpiece’s jog button. Since the controls are on the left earbud of the NC1, it will take sometime to train yourself for as to which button does what, if you do it blindly. But if you just take the piece out of your ear for a moment the task can be completed easily.

Using the Lubix NC1 as a headset, I was able to hear callers on the other side of the headset just fine. However, when I was in a noisy environment, people on the other end of the call said that they did have problems hearing me because of surrounding noise, and as a result I would have to speak up a bit. Hopefully the next version of the NC1 will include noise cancellation tech in it.

The only real disappointment I had with the Lubix NC1 was that the buds were just too big for my ear canal. I switched to the smaller buds that were included and even squishing and pushing made no difference. They still kept falling out of my ears. If I stood still they stayed in my ears but as soon as I walked they popped right out of my ears. Of course I could just have an abnormal small size canal so this might only be an isolated problem with me. Many folks out there may not have the same issue.

Conclusion:
The Lubix Bluetooth Stereo Headset accomplishes what it set out to do. Be a decent handsfree device as well as a fashionable pair of stereo headphones. The fact you can customize (if you so choose) the NC1 with SkinIt skins and wear it as a necklace is a nice touch that makes it stand out from the very crowded Bluetooth crowd. Except with my own personal issue with the eartips – I think anyone who purchases the Lubix NC1 will be happy and pleased with a uniquely stylish and customizable product and the fact it can do two features well. The Lubix Stereo Bluetooth Headset SkinIt Bundle retails for $60 and the headset itself is available in blue, black or white. The Lubix Stereo Bluetooth Headset without the SkinIt option retails for $54.

The Good: Customization via skins is cool, fashionable pendant design, good stereo sound quality, easy setup.

The Bad: Eartips were a bit big for me, lack of noise cancellation

8 Web Sites That Will Help You Survive the Recession

Chip Chick — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 16:09:37 +0000

Indeed – There are so many job classifieds web sites out there, who has the time to sift through all of them daily? Not only does Indeed let you search through popular job posting sites, it also offers free daily alerts based on your keyword and location. So every time a job posting for an “executive blogger” comes up, you’ll be notified right in your mail box of that days related job postings.

Fatwallet – If you’re going to buy something online, whether it be business cards at VistaPrint or a new Macbook from the apple Store (granted, if you are able to afford to buy anything at all), then you might as well make back some money on your purchase. Fatwallet offers money back from most of the popular online retailers. Cash back rates vary from one e-tailer to another, with most just a few percent – but you’d be surprised how much money that ends up accumulating over time. And either way – it’s extra money in your wallet. Since being a member in 2005, I’ve made almost $600 is cash back payments. FatWallet also has a strong user forum where people posts great coupons and steals. Other notable (and very addictive) sites for great bargains that we recommend is BensBargains.net, TechBargains.com and SlickDeals.net.

Emurse – Emurse is a free resume builder which provides all the tools you could possibly need to present a professional and powerful online resume. You get a customized web address for your resume that offers visitors the ability to save your resume as a Word Doc, PDF, text file, HTML file or you can offer potential employers the option to subscribe to it via an RSS feed. Emurse also offers instant notifications when potential employers view your resume.

Media Convert – Whether you need a screenshot of a web site or you need to convert a Word document in to a PDF, don’t fret if you don’t have the money to shell out for the necessary software. This site will take care of all of these things for you for free. Media Convert offers an assortment of useful services such as converting a Powerpoint presentation in to a video, generating image thumbnails, and combining multiple video files in to one – as well as many, many more useful stuff.

Hulu – In case you’ve missed the commercial with Alec Baldwin playing an alien, then allow us to introduce you to Hulu. Hulu offers free streaming episodes of popular TV shows as well as some movies. We’re talking big time network shows like the Family Guy, Battlestar Galactica, and Saturday Night Live – you know, the good stuff.

Mint – Mint is an all in one finance service which is aimed at helping you manage your money and manage your debt. The site helps you figure out your taxes, keep track of your transactions, and stay in control of your budget. The service will even send you emails and SMS alerts when there has been a change in your finances.

txtdrop – Practically every wireless provider has recently raised their text messaging rates. And lets face it – all those texts add up on your bill. Save some money easily by using this web site to send messages. The site also offers a Mac OS X Widget, Vista Gadget, and an iPhone optimized version of the site. However, if you’re an iPhone or iPod touch user, we recommend trying out the Pinger Textfree app which lets you send and receive text messages for free.

Weebly – Perhaps you’re looking to become your own entrepreneur and start your own business or maybe you already have your own business but don’t have the collateral available to hire a web designer and make your own web site. If that is the case, check out Weebly which is one of the best and easiest to use web-based web site creators. What especially sets them apart is that they also offer free domain hosting, so your site will have a professional .com address as opposed to some ugly yourcompany.freehosting.com. Of course, you will have to pay for the domain name, but those are usually just $10 a pop at GoDaddy.

If anyone has any other great recession helpful web sites that they would like to recommend, please let us know!

Pink Dolphin May Have Trumped any Pink Colored Gadget

Ali Heriyanto — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 15:19:59 +0000

Sometimes something comes around that isn’t necessarily techie but is still pretty damn cool, that you just have to write about it. No this is not some latest addition to the Hello Kitty line… it’s an Albino dolphin that is the color pink. This extremely rare dolphin was found around Lake Calcasieu, an inland saltwater estuary, north of the Gulf of Mexico by a boat captain. The dolphin is indeed pink from head to tail with reddish eyes. He had been seen at least 50 times in the same areas since originally spotted. It is truly a site to behold.

Onei Solutions TV Stand Doubles as Home Theater System

Chip Chick — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:58:52 +0000

The Onei Solutions 6.1 Home Theatre System/Stand is perfect for those looking for a awesome home entertainment system but lack the space. The TV Stand has a black piano finish with chrome legs with a full integrated home cinema sound system. Pop off front speakers, built-in amplifier and several HDMI and Optical Digital Audio connections. For £385.98 you can get this from Dabs and again only the cool looking tech resides in the UK.

Recuva Recovers Deleted Files Emptied from the Recycle bin

Chip Chick — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 10:18:54 +0000

How many of us over the years have deleted something out of our recycle bin and caused a ‘doh!’ moment. Recuva, which is pronounced liked recover is a freeware program that will help you restore files that were accidentally deleted from your PC. It will bring back files deleted from the Recycle bin as well as files deleted by crashes or viruses. You know your run of the mill Windows problems…It will also bring back images deleted by mistake from memory cards or MP3 players. Like I stated earlier, the software is free but a donation doesn’t hurt if you recovered a fave picture of little Timmy. There is also a forum that you can get help from others using the software.

Win a Green Friendly Monster Digital PowerCenter MDP 900

Chip Chick — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 01:18:23 +0000

In honor of this week’s Greener Gadgets conference in New York, we’re giving away three of the very Green Friendly Monster Digital PowerCenter MDP 900 power supply centers (retail $129). The Monster Digital PowerCenter MDP 900 is a super smart power center that helps you conserve energy by automatically shutting down outlets to stop energy waste. It is also beautifully color coordinated with labels so that you can keep all your chords organized. Want to win one? E-mail us an email with the subject “Lower My Energy Bill”. Three winners will be chosen by random.

Read below for more information about Monster Digital PowerCenter MDP 900

Monster® Digital PowerCenter™ MDP 900
Monster boasts their powerful electronics yet again with their Digital Powercenter MDP 900, this powerhouse is one of the top models for data protection under dangerous power conditions. The MDP 900 is more than an ordinary surge protector. Patented outlet and cord labels are color coordinated for easy hookup, and to make sure you don’t accidentally unplug the wrong piece of equipment.

Green and Energy Clean
The Monster GreenPower™ MDP 900 PowerCenter™ protects your computer and the valuable data stored on it from common power surges and spikes. It also provides a high level of protection for high definition home theater components. Monster Dual Mode Plus™ surge protection automatically disconnects and sounds an alarm to protect your equipment. Monster GreenPower™ automatically shuts down outlets to stop energy waste. Surge protection is also provided for phone and Ethernet connections, for complete system protection.

Features:

* Advanced Dual Mode Plus™ surge protection with automatic disconnect and audible alarm
* Monster GreenPower™ stops standby mode energy waste and saves money
* Exclusive PC Clean Power™ Stage 2 filtering rejects noise and interference
* Surge protected coaxial, network and phone connections
* 10 surge protected, color-coded AC power outlets
* 4220 Joule rating provides a high level of surge protection
* Powerline Communication (PLC) compatible with HomePlug® high speed networking
* Mountable design for easy mounting to desk or AV cabinet
* 2 convenient USB surge protected charging ports
* $300,000 limited connected equipment warranty

Regulations: Monster Cable & ChipChick.com are not responsible for any lost packages or incorrect shipping addresses. The prize is not redeemable in cash and must be accepted as awarded. Approximate value of prizes may vary. By claiming the prize, the winner authorizes the use, without additional compensation of his or her name and/or likeness and/or voice/photograph and municipality of residence for promotion and/or advertising purposes in any manner and in any medium (including without limitation over the internet and picture data storage). Contestants must be living in the U.S.A. to submit an entry.

7 Greener Gadgets and Services For Saving the Environment

Chip Chick — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:13:28 +0000

This week is officially the Greenest week of the year for us. On Wednesday we headed over to the Greener Products Expo to scope out the latest tech to help you keep stay environmentally aware. And today, there is the Greener Gadgets Conference in New York, and to kick it all off we’re giving away three of Monster’s power saving Monster Digital PowerCenter MDP 900 Power Centers.

Read on to discover the best tech of the Greener Products Expo that will all help you live a greener and more fulfilling life. Did we say fulfilling? Well, maybe that is stretching it – but some of these products will make definitely you feel better about yourself and/or your wallet.

The SolarGorilla charger is so powerful, that it’s able to charge most notebooks as well as most Mp3 players, cell phones, GPS systems and handheld video game consoles. It comes with a 20V power socket as well as a 5V USB port and a Neoprene case to carry it in. It’s also portable with a fold-up design that has traveling in mind. Sure, there are plenty of solar chargers out there, but most are only powerful enough to charge a cell phone or Mp3 player, but the ability to power a laptop as well makes the SolarGorilla stand out. It retails for $249.95.

When I think of recycling, I think of a confusing mess. The Mode Premium All-in-one Recycling Center aims to change all that by keeping all your recycles in a compact and organized fashion. The Premium All-In-One Recycling Center hold up to 3 times more than a typical bin by utilizing a compaction system that crushes aluminum cans and 8 oz to 2 liter plastic bottles and jugs. It also has a paper bin for reducing kitchen clutter by organizing all your recyclable materials into one place. Mode Premium All-in-one Recycling Center retails for $299.9

This Kiwi Gas Saving device is designed to plug into your diagnostic port (OBDII) near your steering column. Kiwi helps assess how much fuel your using and it helps you figure out how to reduce that amount. Kiwi kind of works like a game, encouraging you to increase your gas mileage with ultimate goal being to obtain the highest Kiwi Score – which will ultimately save you lots of gas money too. “Daily, Kiwi will show you how much money on gas you saved compared to the last trip you saved with Kiwi installed. Over time, you can keep track of hundreds of dollars saved throughout the year.” The Kiwi Gas Saving Device retails for $289.

Many people don’t realize how posionus food waste is too the environment and that it creates greenhouse emissions. The Insinkerator might look intimidating, and it certainly is an intimidating tool for grinding up food waste. The device claims to be a lot quieter then a standard disposer and it makes the process of consolidating food waste in to energy or fertilizer a lot easier. There are even some places over seas that use their food waste to produce fuel.

99% of Perf Go Green’s PerfPower Eco-Alkaline Batteries are made of Biodegradable materials and they contain no harmful lead or mercury. When it’s time to recycle these batteries, the company even provides you with everything you need to send the batteries back to them. This way they can recycle the batteries. Even the batteries’ packaging material is made from recycled materials. The end result is great because not only are you not poisoning a landfill with batteries, but you’re also recycling these batteries so that they can be used again. Perf Go Green also offers an assortment of other environmentally friendly products such as trash and litter bags.

Be Green offers you several unique ways to “give the gift of green”. For every BeGreen PodDaisy Flower Card , Chili Pepper, or Forget Me Nots you purchase, a native tree is planted in an ecosystem restoration project in the United States. Each gift retails for $9.95 to $12.95. So where does the tech aspect play in to this? “An average tree will absorb more than 650 pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2) over its lifetime — that’s equal to the amount produced by driving about 740 miles.” If you look at it that way, that tree you just helped plant can help offset some of the damage we do everyday by just driving in a car.

Call2Recycle offers you a convenient way to recycle your old cell phones, recharge batteries or cordless electronic products. So before you think of dumping that old battery out, do the planet a favor and head over to their site and search for locations near you. Their drop-offs can be found at many popular retail locations like Best Buy, CVS or RadioShack.

Ionic Lifestyle Generator Will Make you Happy without Prozac

Ali Heriyanto — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:35:37 +0000

I know I feel refreshed when I open the window and get a big wind of fresh air in my face. For others it could be different things, either way the Ionic Lifestyle Generator looks to create that positive wash of relaxation over your body day in a day out. What this little gizmo is looking to do is the same thing by injecting negative ions into your area, a super powerful 2,000,000 anions per cubic centimeter to be exact. Comparable to the output of a waterfall that generates between ’95,000 and 450,000 negative ions per cubic centimeter.’ It will recharge your mind, body and soul while eliminating the effects of smoke, dust or air pollution.

There are several Ionic Lifestyle Generators that could help you at home – in the form of a wall charger, for the car – in the form of a car charger, and one in the form of a usb device, and they all start pricing at $49.95. The Ionic Lifestyle Generator USB/Computer in particular will eliminate electromagnetic waves from your computer and monitor while generating millions of negative ions that will make you more productive and happy.