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Bagel drive feeds bytes to your computer

March 5th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Why give your computer a boring compact USB drive when you can offer it a delicious bagel drive packed with high quality bytes direct from Bubke’s bakery? This USB 2.0 flash drive available in 1GB and 512MB capacities, includes technical support by Tanta, the wired bubbe herself. While not certified Kosher, all but the most [...]

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Tags: Cheap · Low Tech · Toys

Top five gifts for kids that might change their lives

December 3rd, 2008 · 1 Comment

Sure IPods, Cell phones and video games are what most kids want. But some gifts have the power to inspire and educate as well. And in tough economic times, if you’re going to spend on a gift, you really want to get your money’s worth.
These are examples of gifts that might spark something – an [...]

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Test Drive: Sony’s Bluetooth headset – not just for gaming

November 26th, 2008 · No Comments

When you think of Bluetooth headsets for your phone, you probably think first of Motorola or Plantronics. Think again – Sony’s Bluetooth headset might be just what you’re looking for even if you aren’t a gamer. With more and more states requiring use of these devices when using your cell phone while driving, this one [...]

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Tags: Cheap · High tech

Toxic Turkey? Have a Safe Thanksgiving With These Gadgets.

November 13th, 2008 · No Comments

After working hard to prepare the perfect Thanksgiving feast, the last thing you want is for it to end with a bout of food poisoning or a trip to the emergency room. Yet about 200,000 Americans a day suffer from food poisoning, and as many as 1000 of them end up in the hospital. Fortunately, [...]

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Yes we can? Meet Obama the Gadget

November 7th, 2008 · No Comments

It’s completely useless, and a total waste of money (aside from perhaps helping the economy a bit). But for the Obama fan in your life, this completely useless but possibly inspirational talking bobblehead might make the ideal gift.
It also might make for a good investment. There are currently a limited number of these available (to [...]

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Can $1 Save you $1000 or more?

November 4th, 2008 · No Comments

It’s that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach. The sweat and panic you experience when your computer, that’s worked so reliably for so long, suddenly won’t boot.
If you’re lucky, it’s a configuration error – maybe brought about by some new software you installed. Or maybe a virus, but one that’s not totally destructive.
If [...]

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