Feb 28

“Potechi” means “potato chips” in Japanese.  Potechi Hand is a hand gripper specially designs to grip potato chips.  You can avoid direct contact with oily potato chips with the help of Potechi Hand.  The tool can also be applied to other snacks.  The device costs 699 Yen (approximately $8) and it is tax included.  Currently Amazon.co.jp does not shipped the item outside Japan.

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Feb 26
Setgo Transport Urban Bag
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Setgo Transport Urban Bag is a durable strap designed by Nathan Leon.  The strap is sharply designed to have few pockets that allow one to carry gears conveniently.  The nylon strap can be used for traditional backpack or fanny-pack.  There are two quick access pockets at the front side (can be used to store cellphone, Blackberry, iPhone, iPod, camera), zip-up pocket, and also an inside slide in metro card.  At the back of the strap has three internal pockets and a large main zip-up pocket.  Setgo Transport Urban Bag can be purchased at Yanko Design at the price of $79.00.

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Feb 26

Jack Skellington is the “Pumpkin King” of Halloween which features as a lead character in Disney film “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” back in 1993.  A-DATA Theme Series T907 USB flash drive uses Jack Skellington as its design.  It is made of quality rubber and waterproof and shockproof.  The USB connector is hidden under Jack’s head and can only be seen when Jack remove its head.  The flash drive also provides free software, which includes UFDtoGO, OStoGO, and Norton Internet Security 2010™ (60-day trial).  There are three different storage sizes available and each comes with different prices, in which 4GB (US$30.00), 8GB (US$47.00) and 16GB (US$72.00).  Unfortunately the Jack Skellington at Brando does not have a bow tie resembling a bat.

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Feb 22
Yume Hiyoko Dream Chick Robot
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Yume Hiyoko Dream Chick Robot is a robotic animal from Sega Toys. There are two colours available for the toy robot.  The chick robot will come in an egg-design case which looks like the hot chick is hatchling from an egg.  The chick will rub its head, chirp and ruffle its wings.  The toy is made of polyester suitable for kids age 4 and above and it is 65 × 60 × 95mm big.  It is powered with three LR44 alkaline batteries.  The robotic chick is sold at US$ 49 and the international shipping fee is US$ 18.

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Feb 22

Joanne requested for a help in hunting down 17″ Domo-kun plush but unfortunately there is none which is searchable by me.  However I do found a 16.5″ Domo-kun plush selling online, which is just 0.5 inch different from the 17 inches one.  The soft plush is currently on sale at the price of $29.99.

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Feb 21
The Autonomous Saucier
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Stirring sauces can be a dull process regardless you are preparing pasta sauce, tomato sauce, pepper sauce, seafood sauce, BBQ sauce, mushroom sauce, French pea sauce or alfredo sauce recipe.  You can use the stirring time for preparation of other ingredients of the meal.

The Autonomous Saucier helps you save time from stirring sauce manually with your hand.  The device has three stainless legs with silicone rubber feet allowing it to stand in a sauce.  The legs will spins to mix and infuse ingredients.  The stirrer also has a spatula on one of the feet to prevent food stick and burn at the bottom of the pan.  The stirrer is battery-powered, heat resistant up to 572º F and can be used in sauces up to 4″ deep.  The legs of the stirrer are also removable and dishwasher safe.  The stirrer is 7 1/4″ H x 5″ Diam. and it costs $39.95 with four AA batteries included (4 hours duration).

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Feb 19

The above 5 3/4 inches long ancient Indus Valley Iron Age Bull shaped rattle is dated back to the fourth Millenium BC (Mehrgarh periods IV – VI, approximately 3500-2800 BC).  The genuine Indus ceramic is extremely rare with well-preserved pigment (not the normal faked ceramic on today’s market).  The ceramic piece characterizes a large bull standing foursquare with thick upturned horn.  There are also black brushstrokes decorating the ceramic.  The Indus pottery was used as a rattle in ancient times, and it still made noise today when shook.

The rare piece was acquired in 1980′s and previously belonged to a British private collection.  It is now available for bid on eBay and the closing date is on Feb 20, 201014:05:10 PST.  There are 14 bids made so far at the price of US $227.50.

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Feb 19

When you take up Chinese lessons, many commonly used Chinese phrases are not taught to you.  You may never have a chance to learn such vulgar phrases for cursing, swearing and communicate with people in a friendlier way.  Knowing vulgar words will be helpful in understanding what others commend on you and also helps you to socialize better among the Chinese communities.

Niubi!: The Real Chinese You Were Never Taught in School” is authored by Eveline Chao.  Eveline Chao has great friends who are fluent in foul Chinese language, hence lead Eveline to publish a book to teach foreigners to talk like a native Chinese speak in foreign language slang.  The book does not only include vulgar words and phrases, but also flirting and dating.

The word “Baichi” illustrated in above book cover means “idiot; fool; oaf” in Mandarin.

Niubi! is also available at Buy.com for only $7.91.

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Feb 16
Camera Button
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Most human beings would not notice or suspect that a camera is included with a button.  Camera Button can be attached to your shirt and allows you to take photos, video shooting and voice recording at any place.  The camera records 720 x 480 pixels video with sound at 30 frames per second and videos will be saved in AVI format.   Pictures will be saved in JPEG format at 1280 x 1024 pixels.  There is LED light attached at the back of the camera to indicate “Power ON” which is not noticeable by others.

The size of camera is 21.5 x 72 x 16 mm and weighs 20 g.  A 78 cm USB cable will be provided to recharge camera and transfer files to computer.  The camera is powered by Lithium-ion rechargeable battery and the battery life is approximately 50 minutes.  The camera is compatible with Windows XP / Vista / 7.  The camera costs 4980 Yen (~$56) and there is six months warranty.

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Feb 9

I never thought that a lumberjack hat can be so cute and yet cool.  Bearded lumberjack hat was made by taraduff.

This hat was knitted on a circular loom in a navy and brown tweed. The beard and mustache were hand crocheted onto the completed hat in dark brown yarn with a shaggy pattern. It is made from soft 100% acrylic yarn for easy care and is very generously sized to fit most medium to large adult head sizes.

Other similar hats made by taraduff were sold out fast.  If you like it, please do not hesitate to make your decision now.  The hat is for sale at $48.00 USD at Etsy.

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