Sweeping up dog hair only to leave behind that annoying dirt line from a dustpan is the worst. Just sweep debris straight toward…
]]>Sweeping up dog hair only to leave behind that annoying dirt line from a dustpan is the worst. Just sweep debris straight toward the infrared sensors at the base, and the 1000-watt motor instantly sucks it all into a bagless canister. It saves your back from bending down constantly, though you still have to supply your own broom.
]]>Apple finally folded. The iPhone Duo opens into the largest display the company has ever put on a phone, then closes back down…
]]>Apple finally folded. The iPhone Duo opens into the largest display the company has ever put on a phone, then closes back down to something that still fits in a pocket. Inside is the A20 Pro, the same chip as the iPhone 18 Pro, plus a 48MP Dual Fusion camera and a grade 5 titanium shell polished to a mirror. Pre-orders open October 16.
]]>This full-size 28-inch prop nails the iconic neon look right down to the bright graphics and decorative foot strap. The catch is that…
]]>This full-size 28-inch prop nails the iconic neon look right down to the bright graphics and decorative foot strap. The catch is that it will not actually float over water, but mounted on an office or game room wall, it looks straight out of 2015. It is easily the coolest gift you can get for any die-hard Marty McFly fan who wants an exact 1:1 centerpiece.
]]>Build your own low-Earth orbit icon right on your desk. The best part is the articulation: you get eight adjustable solar panels on…
]]>Build your own low-Earth orbit icon right on your desk. The best part is the articulation: you get eight adjustable solar panels on rotating joints, plus a tiny brick-built NASA space shuttle and two astronaut microfigures. At 19 inches wide, it commands serious shelf space, so make sure you clear off enough room before you start snapping 864 bricks together.
]]>Real talk: making your own doctor appointment deserves a medal. These colorful embroidered iron-on patches slap right onto your favorite denim jacket or…
]]>Real talk: making your own doctor appointment deserves a medal. These colorful embroidered iron-on patches slap right onto your favorite denim jacket or canvas tote to celebrate the tiny, exhausting wins of grown-up life. The glue backing sticks solid with a quick press of an iron, making them an instant morale boost for your burnt-out bestie.
]]>Solid Snake spent three decades hiding under a cardboard box, and your cat has been training for that role its whole life. This…
]]>Solid Snake spent three decades hiding under a cardboard box, and your cat has been training for that role its whole life. This is the official Metal Gear Solid version, a corrugated scratcher shaped like the series’ most famous piece of tactical equipment. It runs about 45cm long, so most cats fit with room to spare. Pre-orders ship November 2026.
]]>Growing a tree from scratch sounds intimidating, but this tiny 3-inch cube packs everything you need to sprout your own miniature evergreen. You…
]]>Growing a tree from scratch sounds intimidating, but this tiny 3-inch cube packs everything you need to sprout your own miniature evergreen. You get a real ceramic pot, soil mix, pebbles, and plenty of extra seeds so you get a second shot if your green thumb fumbles the first attempt. It makes a super fun desk project if you have the patience to watch life happen in slow motion.
]]>Hurl this thing at the pavement and it lets out a loud pop before shooting way higher into the air than any regular…
]]>Hurl this thing at the pavement and it lets out a loud pop before shooting way higher into the air than any regular rubber ball has a right to. The secret is the lightweight Zero Gravity Foam and those 30 crater cutouts. It makes an absurdly fun desk distraction or park toy, though good luck keeping your dog from stealing it the second it hits the ground.
]]>The built-in laser-reflective film creates an eerie 3D tractor beam that shifts colors depending on where you stand in the room. Tap the…
]]>The built-in laser-reflective film creates an eerie 3D tractor beam that shifts colors depending on where you stand in the room. Tap the top to toggle between steady glow and dynamic abduction mode. It is not bright enough to study by, but as a gloriously weird nightstand piece for sci-fi nerds, it completely nails the classic retro vibe.
]]>Ever wanted to pull off a real stealth maneuver? This 36×24 inch lenticular panel uses light-bending optics to blur you out of view…
]]>Ever wanted to pull off a real stealth maneuver? This 36×24 inch lenticular panel uses light-bending optics to blur you out of view while keeping the background visible. It snaps together in seconds with clear acrylic handles. The catch is you need a relatively uniform background like grass or a wall to sell the illusion, but for pranks or backyard hide-and-seek, it feels like pure sci-fi magic.
]]>Sliding a tiny metal stylus across a touchstrip to make buzzy 1968 sci-fi tunes is way more fun than it has any right…
]]>Sliding a tiny metal stylus across a touchstrip to make buzzy 1968 sci-fi tunes is way more fun than it has any right to be. It fits right in your palm at under twelve centimeters wide and runs on batteries, so you can jam anywhere. The built-in speaker is wonderfully crunchy, but plugging headphones into the 3.5mm jack keeps your roommates sane.
]]>Throw a thick blanket over this 75cm square frame, pop the tabletop on, and tuck your legs directly into the built-in heater underneath.…
]]>Throw a thick blanket over this 75cm square frame, pop the tabletop on, and tuck your legs directly into the built-in heater underneath. It turns chilly floor lounging into an instant cozy trap you will refuse to leave all winter. The catch is you will need a Japanese-to-US voltage converter, but your freezing toes will definitely thank you.
]]>If you know a kid who just got their first board and keeps wiping out trying kickflips, this book breaks down the exact…
]]>If you know a kid who just got their first board and keeps wiping out trying kickflips, this book breaks down the exact foot placements with clear step-by-step photos. It covers everything from basic ollies to ramp airs and board slides. The catch is they will probably spend all afternoon in the driveway scuffing up their shoes, but landing that first clean grab makes it totally worth it.
]]>Most cosplay armor is flimsy foam that dents the second you sit down, but this one is built with 3D-printed reinforced fiberglass so…
]]>Most cosplay armor is flimsy foam that dents the second you sit down, but this one is built with 3D-printed reinforced fiberglass so it actually looks and feels like real plating. It turns heads instantly at conventions. The catch is you will need help squeezing into it, but walking around feeling like a billionaire superhero makes the hassle totally worth it.
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