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Hoesch Water Lounge – The ultimate bathtub

Chris Scott Barr, Oct 15th 2007 Discuss [0]

I'll admit, I'm a guy that enjoys soaking in a hot bath at the end of a long day. I've always found it to be very relaxing, and it's the one place in my house where I don't have some sort of high-tech device where people can bug me. Unfortunately, most bathtubs aren't exactly the most comfortable to lie in for very long. This one, however, looks like it would be awesome. Read The Full Story

Dough-Nu-Matic – Screw Krispy Kreme, make them yourself

Chris Scott Barr, Oct 15th 2007 Discuss [0]

I've recently been on a Krispy Kreme kick. Though my latest venture to my local shop left me less than pleased. There were plenty of my favorite doughnuts there when I arrived, however, it was a good ten minuted before anyone actually arrived at the counter to help me, and by then the girl at the drive-thru had stolen them all. I was then informed that it was going to be at least a good twenty minutes or so before I would see any more. I'm still a bit sore over it, as that was just last night. Then I saw this wonderful device and I got quite excited. Read The Full Story

Western Hair Dryer – Drying your hair can be murder

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 19th 2007 Discuss [1]

Sometimes when a company sets out to make a product look like something else, it turns out really bad. However, this cool hair dryer will blow your mind. Read The Full Story

Mod – Brew coffee over the net

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 14th 2007 Discuss [0]

I love making things more technologically advanced than they need to be. If I can do something with a computer, or put one inside of something, you can bet your ass I'll do it. Now I almost wish that I drank coffee. Read The Full Story

Toaster Teapot – For the suicidal tea lover

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 14th 2007 Discuss [1]

One good way to ensure that you kill yourself dead is to plug in a toaster, jump in the tub (full of water) and drop in said toaster. I believe this was one of the ways Bill Murray killed himself in Groundhog Day (that movie was just messed up, and the single reason that I hate that stupid holiday). Now that you've been told of a simple way to commit suicide, I give you the Toaster Teapot. Read The Full Story

Mr. Whippy – Ice cream for the depressed

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 13th 2007 Discuss [2]

Have you ever had one of those days where nothing goes right, and you just feel like crap? What's the one thing that always cheers you up? No, I'm not talking about the Peanut Butter Jelly Time song, though that tends to do the trick too. Read The Full Story

CEDIA 2007 – Beam’s Serenity QS

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 7th 2007 Discuss [0]

TVs, Home Entertainment systems and the lot aren't the only things being shown off at CEDIA this year. Beam was there showing off their latest vacuum cleaner. Read The Full Story

Koolatron Coin-Op Mini Fridge – Keep the moochers at bay

Chris Scott Barr, Sep 4th 2007 Discuss [1]

I have some friends that love to come over and head straight for my fridge. It seems like they've no more gotten their feet in the door then I hear them ask if I've got anything to drink (while opening a can of my Mountain Dew at the same time). Perhaps I need something like this mini fridge to keep the moochers at bay. Read The Full Story

Transparent Toaster from Inventables

Abby McVay, Sep 3rd 2007 Discuss [1]

Designers have an inkling to somehow revolutionize toasters, if they could only get those pesky electronics to work out. This Transparent Toaster has that potential, but with a few kinks to work out before it can be released. Read The Full Story

DIY A/C unit – Keeps you cool for next to nothing

Chris Scott Barr, Aug 24th 2007 Discuss [6]

I don't know about where you live, but here in Indiana it has been scorching hot for weeks (months?) on end. Everyone I know is trying to think of new ways to keep themselves cool during these hot days. Here's a cheap way to use some everyday items to make a really cheap A/C unit. Video after the jump Read The Full Story

Countertop Beer Cooler – Keep your beer cold and looking good

Chris Scott Barr, Aug 21st 2007 Discuss [1]

Want to have that great from-the-tap beer experience without making room in your garage for a kegerator? Here's a great gadget that'll server you fresh beer that you can keep on your counter and won't make you look like a drunk. Read The Full Story

Digital Beverages MyFountain – For the heavy drinker

Chris Scott Barr, Aug 14th 2007 Discuss [0]

I've attempted to mix drinks a few times, and I discovered not only am I not much of a drinker, but I suck at making drinks. If I am going to drink, I'd much rather have someone or something else making the drinks for me. Perhaps this next gadget might be worth looking into. Read The Full Story