Smokeless Ashtrays: Do They Work And Which Is Best - Product Review

by John P. Barker

The concept of the smokeless ashtray has been around for at least 30 years. Have the past three decades shown any design improvements? And more importantly--do they work?

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Spy Glasses Allow You To Read Invisible Messages

by John P. Barker

Want to look really good while reading a speech off of a blank sheet of paper? These glasses will allow you to do just that...

As Seen On TV: The Magic Jack - Product Review

by John P. Barker

We've all seen the commercial for the Magic Jack--an inexpensive USB device that can be used to make telephone calls via the Internet. But does it work?

Tractor Beams: Now a Reality

by John P. Barker

For decades science fiction fans have been exposed to the theory of the tractor beam, a device that can tug another object through space--sort of like a spaceship's version of a tow cable. Researchers have now succeeded in creating this device... on a very small scale.

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Want to Own the Most Powerful Action Figure Ever Made????

by John P. Barker

Question: How much power can an action figure with zero points of articulation have?

Answer: Unlimited.

Moon Dough Is Not Just For Eating

by John P. Barker

Ever eaten Play Doh? If so, you know that the flavor loses it's special tang when it dries into a bright blue brick. Now we have Moon Dough... which claims to never dry up. And I wonder if it'll hold the flavor...

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Rock-Paper-Scissors... All In a Glove

by John P. Barker

Here's that excuse you've been looking for to play with yourself in public...

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A Real Lightsaber? Not Quite. But It Can Fry Your Face Off!

by John P. Barker

I've wanted a real lightsaber since I was 12-years-old... until a few minutes ago, when I realized I would fry my eyes out...

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Disney's Tron Sequel Inspires Cutting Edge Toys

by John P. Barker

Disney unveils a line of toys that combine old-school fun with new technology.

Is That Music Coming Out of Your Butt?

by John P. Barker

I never thought the word "subwoofer" would be associated with something like this...

Golfing With the Dark Knight

by John P. Barker

Until now I never had proof that Batman even liked playing golf...

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What is a Bonga and Where Can You Get One?

by John P. Barker

I'm sure when you woke up this morning, the first thought that crossed your mind was, "Where can I get a Bonga?" Welll, you've come to the right place, my friend. Read on.

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Will Lightsaber Chopsticks Slice Through Your Sushi?

by John P. Barker

Is it possible to eat food with a lightsaber without frying your face off? Toy manufacturer Kotobukiya thinks so!

Water Bomb Factory Ups Your Munitions Production

by John P. Barker

Want a device to mass-produce water balloons? You've come to the right article...

Use Magic to Control Your TV

by John P. Barker

I love items that mess with kid's heads. In this case we have the Kymera Magic Wand Remote Control. Take that Harry Potter!

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Will the LavNav Keep Me From Peeing On the Seat? - Product Review

by John P. Barker

Late night trips to the bathroom may just become a lot more pleasant! Armed with a stalwart research assistant, I take on the efficacy of the LavNav!

Star Trek Online: Beam Me Up, Scotty?

by John P. Barker

Star Trek has a checked past when it comes to video games. Can Star Trek Online finally go where no Trek game has gone before?

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Concept Watch Looks Very Futuristic - But What Time Is It?

by John P. Barker

Adding to the new genre of time pieces that are form over function is this concept watch, The Zero. I want to hate it...

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Sony Bloggie HD Video Camera Captures 360-Degrees

by John P. Barker

The Bloggie MHS-PM5K from Sony offers a unique lens that swivels and is capable of capturing a full 360-degree image - so it's now possible to record not only an alien invasion, but also your terrified facial expression all in one shot.

Pac-Man Wants To Hold Your Hot Pans!

by John P. Barker

After a long run as a video game star, Pac-Man has found himself going back to his roots: the kitchen.