The Best of Nerd Approved: July 14th-20th 2008

Posted by Sean Fallon on July 20, 2008
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Here are the top ten Nerd Approved Gadgets for the week of July 14th to July 20th 2008:

Space Story Blanket: Stay warm…with LEDs!

Captain Kirk Command Chair: Features light up control panel and sound effects.

Guitar Mickey Mouse Doll: Is he channeling Pete Townshend?

Pocket Slutometer: Keep track of your conquests.

Big Boy BBQ Skewer: His wiener gets plump when you cook it.

The next five gadgets are available after the break…

Karmasheetra: Like Twister for Horny Adults

Posted by Jeff Chenkus on July 20, 2008
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If your amorous activities in bed end up in what resembles more of a wrestling match than lovemaking, then maybe you could use a little help. This Karmasheetra is a sheet that gives you numbered positions for your hands, knees, feet and bottoms. That way each person will easily find the optimal position. Each of the various positions has been tested extensively for your maximum kama sutra-like pleasure. The maker of the sheet does not claim that, but I have to make that assumption. Who wouldn’t want to do some testing with it?

Product Page (£19.95, about $40)

Rockstar Rehab Board Game

Posted by Jeff Chenkus on July 19, 2008
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Are you looking for an amusing little board game for the kids that may even act as a good example for them? If so, keep moving. Nothing for you to see here. This game is all about hitting clubs, attending parties and the occasional stop in jail. Make it through and you are the Rock Star Rehab winner. If you can consider that winning.

Product Page ($16)

Stuck Up Gum Magnets

Posted by Jeff Chenkus on July 19, 2008
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These Stuck Up Gum Magnets are great for any age user, but I think the high schooler would be the prime market. They would love the look of these used gum shaped magnets for hanging things up in their locker. They would look good on your refrigerator, but that wouldn’t have quite the same effect. Now if you want to stick them to your uncle’s favorite Porsche for a little fun, that is probably the ideal use.

Product Page (Coming Soon)

The Dark Knight Attack Bat Protects Your Batcave (a.k.a Mom’s Basement)

Posted by Sean Fallon on July 18, 2008
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If left alone, the Batman: The Dark Knight Attack Bat with remain silent on his perch. However, there is a little button on the device that will wake him up—and that pisses him off. You can tell because his eyes glow and he makes “chittering” noises. Still, everything is cool. But if you press the second button on the perch, the attack bat releases himself and takes flight around the room. His thirst for blood is insatiable. You’ve been warned.

Product Page ($27.99)

Batman: “The Naked Nightmare”: A Possible Sequel?

Posted by Sean Fallon on July 18, 2008
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From Fashionably Geek: I don’t know if “The Naked Nightmare” would make a good sequel to “The Dark Knight“—but it would certainly be interesting (and it definitely makes for an amusing t-shirt).

Product Page ($16)

Batman:The Dark Knight Joker Poker Set

Posted by Sean Fallon on July 18, 2008
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As I am sure you have heard, The Dark Knight opens today. While it may technically be all about Batman, we all know that Heath Ledger’s Joker is going to steal the show. Speaking of stealing, you can use this Joker Poker set to take money from friends and strangers alike. While they are mesmerized by the 54 prop replica Joker cards, the second 54 card deck defaced by the Joker, the Joker-themed 100 piece chip set and the slick black aluminum carrying case, you can cheat to win.

Product Page ($84—August pre-order)

Magnetic Cooks Timer: Timer or Lock?

Posted by Jeff Chenkus on July 18, 2008
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This magnetic timer will be sure to confuse newcomers to your house. Do you really have a combination lock on your refrigerator/stove? Not at all. In real life it is just a kitchen timer that is easily used by just turning it to 60 then setting the desired time. It’s alter ego as a faux lock dial is what sets it apart from your average kitchen timer.

Product Page ($15.15)

Dad’s Taxi Cab Meter

Posted by Jeff Chenkus on July 18, 2008
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Don’t let all those freeloading kids run you around like you are their personal taxi service. Get yourself your very own cab meter and start making them pay for their carriage. Since they likely have no money, this meter gives you some cards that require them to perform various chores for each ride given. Kit includes the meter than can double as an alarm clock, signs for Mums and Family and a terms of carriage placard that can be placed in the back seat. You have to use what little downtime you have to ferry their little butts around, it is only fair that they play roulette with what chores it will cost them.

Product Page (£9.95, about $20)