Jetboil Personal Cooking System

How would you like to boil enough water outside to make two cups of coffee in less than 2 minutes? Well with the Jetboil Personal Cooking System (PCS) you can. The PCS claims to be 80% efficient, using half as much energy and being twice as fast as comparative products on the marketplace.


The Jetboil mult fuel stove is powered by an Isobutane/Propane micro-canister (one full canister will boil up to 12 liters of water). The efficiency of the heating system comes from the FluxRing heat exchanger which directs all the energy into heating the water therefore reducing amount of heat lost to the ambient air surrounding the heating element.


The Jetboil camping stove can be used like any other outdoor stove making heating of food such as noodles, pasta, soups etc very easy as well as heating water for coffee or tea.


Features

- Twice as fast and uses half as much fuel as conventional stoves
- All components, including fuel, can be packed comfortably within the cooking cup
- Boils up to 50 cups (12 liters) of water from only one fuel canister
- Boils 2 cups of water in 2 minutes
- Burner output: 4500 BTU/hour
- Volume: 32 oz (1 liter)
- Dimensions: 4.1″ x 7.1″ (104 x 180 mm)
- Weight: 15 oz (425 g)
- Coffee press: .8 oz (23 g)
- Download the user manual
- Fuel canister is not included - must be purchased separately at a local retailer
- Available with optional Coffee Press accessory


Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $89.99 - $99.99

Like outdoor gadgets, check out the Ultimate Survival Kit, or the Firesteel which would also come in handy.

Klip Ultra-Portable Timer

Timers are simple but very useful gadgets. Think of how many times you can and probably should use them, for example following a cooking recipe. Without using a timer, trying to judge even relatively short times such as boil something for 5 minutes is difficult (if you don’t believe me give it a shot).

Features:
- Elapsed time graphic
- Expired timer counts up after sounding to indicate overage
-Batch feature quickly recalls last value entered
- Stopwatch (up to 24 hours)
- Clock (12- or 24-hour display)
- Keypad Lock prevents settings from being disrupted
- Includes: Klip! Timer, belt clip with integrated fridge magnet, countertop stand, detachable lanyard, and instructions
- Battery: 1 x CR2016 (included)
- Dimensions: 3.7″ x 1.6″ x 0.7″

Price: $14.99
Availability: Thinkgeek

15″ Gigantor Digital Photo Frame

If you don’t have a digital photo frame by now what are you waiting for. Digital photo frames or as they are also called digital picture frames are an ideal way to present and share digital photos in your home, office, or anywhere else. These days they are packed with features such as slide shows, movie and audio players, coming in a range of screen sizes, and allowing huge memory card storage capacities. One of the best things about them is that they are user friendly, even my gran has one! Simply insert your memory card into the digital photo frame slot and plug it into an electrical outlet.

The Gigantor digital photo frame has a screen size of 15″ and crisp 1024×768 resolutions making it the largest digital photo frame gadgets we have blogged about. What makes this digital picture frame stand out from others is not just the size but its other features such as built in speakers, compatibility with 8 different media types, MPEG video and MP3 playback all included in a very reasonable and affordable price tag. If you think the 15″ frame is too big then the Gigantor digital photo frame also comes in 8″ and 10.4″ at $109.99 and $139.99 respectively.

Product Features

- Displays digital pictures (JPEG or BMP) without a computer
- Cherry Wood Frame
- Simply insert a compatible memory card into the digital frame to show photos, play MP3 music or supported video files
- Display photos on a connected USB Thumb drive or External USB Hard Drive (FAT32 Format Only.
- Compatible memory cards include Compact Flash, Memory Stick, Secure Digital, Multimedia Card, Smart Media and XD.
- Instantly plays MP3 music with the integrated speaker.
- Instantly plays MPEG 1, 2 or 4 Movie files with sound.
- Supports up to 12 Mega Pixel image files
- Bright 15″ TFT active matrix LCD screen
- 1024x 768 Resolutions
- Automatic slide show with multiple transition effects and display times
- Plays slide show with MP3 music in the background
- User-friendly on-screen display lets you access all controls easily
- Included IR Remote controls all frame functions
- Powered by included AC Adapter 110-240V AC 50/60Hz

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $219.99

USB 8GB Flash Drive Lighter

Here is another addition to our USB gadgets category called the 8GB USB Flash Drive Lighter.  Probably a useful gadget for computer users who are also smokers, the flash drive includes a reasonable 8GB of memory and is the lighter is refillable.

The USB drive connector is found at the bottom of the lighter case and is revealed when the slider lever on the side of the lighter is moved to the up position. The USB lighter is a neat little product

Features:

- Refillable lighter with built-in USB flash drive
- 8GB capacity
- USB connector slides out of the lighter
- Polished metal case
- Adjustable flame
- Includes USB cable
- Dimensions: 1.5″ x 2.4″ x .5″ (3.8 x 6 x 1.3 cm)

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $49.99

Remote Control Star Wars R2-D2

I’m pretty damn sure there are some star wars readers of Mint Gadgets and this is what you have been waiting for, the Remote Control Star Wars R2-D2 action figure.

Now that you have money and a real job you can show up that damn Star Wars action figure hoarding brat. This R/C R2-D2 Action Figure is like a Star Wars fanboy’s wet dream come true. The size of a regular action figure, this tiny droid is fully controllable from the included lightsaber remote. Authentic R2-D2 sounds, turning head and red LED eye complete the package. No more playing with your old skool Star Wars figures by shaking them and talking in a funny voice, this is the real deal… and we don’t kid when it comes to Star Wars. We would have killed for this little R2 gem as a kid and it’s still pretty damn cool as an adult.

R/C R2-D2 Action Figure Features:

- Action Figure sized R2-D2 drives across your desk, controlled by the included Lightsaber remote.
- Make R2 go forward, or turn reverse in a circle
- Realistic Sounds, Turning Head and Red LED eye complete the effect
- Infrared Control Technology
- Button Style Batteries Included
- Imported from Japan
- Fully Licensed Star Wars Collectable

Check out the remote control R2-D2 in action.

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $29.99

Wi-Fi Detector Shirt

Wi-Fi wireless network connections are everywhere these days but how do you know if your in a Wi-fi hotspot or not without switching your laptop on and trying to connect? Well the Wi-Fi detector shirt is the answer of course.

This gadget is not just an item of clothing it can also be classed as a wifi finder, specifically it can detect and display the strength of a wifi signal by the glowing bars which dynamically change based on the signal strength.

Wi-Fi Detector Shirt Features:

- Glowing animated shirt dynamically displays the current wi-fi signal strength.
- Shows signal strength for 802.11b or 802.11g
- Black 100% Cotton T-Shirt
- Animated Decal is Removable (with hook and loop fasteners) for Easy Washing
- Battery Pack is concealed in a Small Pocket Sewn inside the Shirt
- Runs for hours off three AAA Batteries (not included)

Washing Instructions

- Carefully peel animated decal from front of T-Shirt
- Unplug ribbon connector behind decal and remove decal
- Unplug battery pack and remove it
- You can leave the ribbon cable inside the shirt
- Machine wash gentle cycle on cold
- Hang to dry

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $29.99

Ultimate Survival Kit

Moving on from out latest survival gadgets, e.g. the Swedish FireSteel and the Swiss Army Pen Pocket Multi Tool, we bring to you the Ultimate Emergency Survival kit.

The ultimate survival kit comes in a 1 liter water bottle, therefore not only do you have a bottle containing survival equipment you can also use it to collect safe drinking water.

The Survival Kit includes many basic survival tools and supplies:

- 32 oz/1L water bottle
- Carabiner
- Multifunction tool
- Multifunction whistle/compass
- Flashlight
- Batteries (2 pcs)
- Survival blanket
- Hand warmer packet (2 pcs)
- Candle
- Box waterproof matches
- Emergency poncho
- 20pc First aid kit
- Reusable zipper-lock bag

Price: $19.99
Available: Thinkgeek

Portable LCD Screen for Nintendo Wii

Thinkgeek have another great gadget for gamers, especially the millions of people who like playing on the Nintendo Wii.  This gadget is a portable 16:9 LCD screen with an integrated Wii sensor.  Positioned at the rear of the portable LCD screen are cable ports that are compatible with a normal TV screen meaning the Wii can easily be connected.

The latest Wii Accessories screen features a ball and socket design allowing for repositioning of screen for optimum playing and viewing angle. Stereo speakers are incorporated into the side of the screen which prevents the need for headphones.

The Portable LCD Screen for the Nintendo Wii is a smart little gadget which folds down over the top of your Wii not only preventing damage to the screen but also making it more compact and perfect for travelling.
Product Features

- Portable LCD screen for Wii features a built in sensor bar
- Simply clips on. No modification to your Wii is needed
- Screen: 7 inches TFT LCD
- Resolution: 480(W) X 234(H)
- PAL/NTSC (auto switching)
- Aspect Ratio Adjustability
- Flip picture upside-down for creative mounting options
- Adjustable Picture Settings -contrast, brightness etc.
- Fan Grill Hole so your Wii Won’t Overheat.
- Nintendo Wii Direct AV connection
- Auxiliary Stereo AV Connection (3 x RCA)
- 2 x USB for Nintendo Wii
- Built-In Stereo Speakers
- Power Source: 12 VDC (Car Cigar Lighter Adaptor Included)
- When not using in your car, you can use the standard power supply that came with your Wii
- Dimensions: 258×62x156mm (LxWxD)

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $109.99

Radio Controlled Black Stealth Helicopter

Any remote control gadget fans out there? Well today we present to you the Black Steal Helicopter available from Thinkgeek.  Featuring a dual rotor design allows good torque control, therefore making flight control easier.

Comparing this Radio Controlled Helicopter to traditional helicopters you will notice an extra rotor on the top which spins in opposite directions to the first one.  The result is that the helicopter has more stability in the air and therefore not as reliant on adjustments being made between the tail rotor and the main rotor.

The Mini RC helicopters is relatively easy to control with a bit of practice and I guarantee you will not crash as much when in control of the with the Black Stealth radio controlled helicopter as you would with others available on the market.

Check out the video of the Black Stealth in action.

Available: Thinkgeek
Price: $29.99

Swedish FireSteel

Well I am a big fan of Bear Grylls and other presenters of survival programs, however seeing them light a fire with nothing but what’s available in the environment seems too much like hard work to me. Let me introduce to you the Swedish Firesteel, the ultimate survival tool. Obviously developed my some Swedish person or Organizations the fire steel is an ingenius gadget.

To light a fire, a metal blade is slowly moved across the Firesteel which generates the sparks necessary to ignite some dry grass or paper. Developing a spark at nearly 3,000°C the Swedish Firesteel makes lighting a fire in pretty much any condition pretty straight forward.

Features

- Lights campfires, stoves, gas-barbecues
- Uses a magnesium alloy that consists of 7 metals
- Lasts for approximately 12,000 strikes
- Produces a spark temperature close to 3,000°C (5,500°F)
- Bright spark – can be used as emergency signal
- Functions in rain and snow
- Dimensions: main component is approx. 3.75″ long
- Weight: approx. 1.9 ounces

The Swedish Fire Steel retails at between $3.99 and $15.99 and is available from Thinkgeek.

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