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Yes, it's absurd, we know, but boy is this gizmo a blessing in 1970s white plastic disguise or what! Stumbling to the lav at night is one of life's little irritations at the best of times, but what really makes it so darned annoying is having to half blind yourself in the process by turning on the bathroom light. You could almost get away with going through the process without truly waking up, if it wasn't for the 'Oh my good god, who put a 1000 watt bulb in when I wasn't looking' experience. Well now, thankfully, that whole snow-blindness nightmare is finally over. The Lavnav (great name) is a joy to behold.

You simply stick it on the inside of your lav lid (comes with sticky pads) and hey presto, whenever you stagger into the bathroom in the dark the motion sensor fires it up, and it shines a gentle guiding light into your lav, and turns off after you leave. It even knows if the seat is up or not - red light for up, green light for down. A brilliant, if slightly odd, product, and an excellent solution to prevent you being wrenched from half-asleepness in the middle of the night.

Features:

- Motion detector.
- Green/red light and seat position reader.
- Uses 2 x AA batteries.
- Size: 3" x 3.5" x 1" / 7.5cm x 9cm x 2.5cm.

Available at: I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/Europe/International)

Dancing Desktop Jellies!

Blackbeard was just about the most ruthless pirate ever. His management style was unique, to say the least. If one of his crew misbehaved, he would drop them in a large tank full of jellyfish and delight as the jewels he kept at the bottom of the tank reflected different colors into the ballet of agony that played out before him. According to the infamous pirate's diaries, it really calmed his nerves, too. Wow. Well, while we don't recommend all that for your office, there is something we can take from this story: colorful jellyfish are relaxing.

This desktop tank holds three jellyfish which "swim" around the tank (thanks to a gently contrived current). In the top of the tank are 6 bright LEDs, which let you set the mood. You can either have them blend softly from one color to the next, or stop on your favorite color. Either way, the jellies are happy to frolic in their kaleidoscopic, quiet menace. And if one of your subordinates ever acts up, just remind him or her about the Blackbeard story...and let them know there's room in your jellyfish tank for a hand or two. Sometimes threats are all you need. Arrrgh!

Features:

- Lifelike jellyfish movement.
- 6 bright LEDs - cycle through colors or select your favorite one.
- Includes: Tank, 3 Jellyfish, Power cord (110V), and Instructions.
- Dimensions: 7" x 10" x 4.5" (with 3" long jellyfish).

Available at: ThinkGeek (USA/Canada/International) and Boystuff (UK/Europe)

An embodiment of utilitarian style, this miniature lamp combines form with function by using the battery alone as its base. Though incredibly petite, it, surprisingly, packs quite a punch; with the supplied D-Cell battery, you'll get 150 hours of light from an LED bulb that should last over a decade.

The concept behind this über-chic product is so screamingly obvious it's amazing nobody has ever thought of it before. But that's the difference between those ingenious designer-types over at Suck UK and the rest of us mere mortals.

Great things do, after all, come in small packages...

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada) and Firebox (UK/USA/Europe/International)

If you're like us, you have learned to flex your schedule to avoid the rush hour of your local city. Some of us get up super early. It's dark, then, and we smell. So we shower because we care about our coworkers. But turning on the bathroom light is too much for our weary eyes and many times we step into the shower before it has warmed up. In a word: it sucks. But the Geek Gods have smiled on us all, when they blessed us with the LED Shower Light.

The LED Shower Light is a brilliant idea. It installs to a standard shower pipe in mere minutes. When you turn the shower on, the water powers a turbine and the LED Shower Light...well, lights up! Blue let's you know the water is chilly. When the water warms up to 89° F (32° C), the light changes to red. Now you can step in and not freeze your giblets off. And you don't even need to turn on the light now, because your whole shower glows. It makes for a much nicer morning, trust us. Oh, and if you are the adventurous type, it also makes showers a little more fun for two. Just saying, is all.

Features:

- Blue light means the water is cold; Red light means it has warmed up to 89° F (32° C).
- No batteries needed - powered by internal turbine.
- Installs in minutes to standard shower pipes.
- Includes a Flow Regulator that limits maximum water flow to 2.5 gallons per minute at 80 psi.
- Size; 4" / 10cm in diameter.

Available at: ThinkGeek (USA/International) and I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/International)

A long time ago in a laboratory far, far away, some brilliant minds came up with an idea. If R2D2 is so cool, why not make a real one? Probably the most loved droid on (and indeed off) the planet has, so to speak, come alive. This blisteringly brilliant bot is not just a full-size RC R2D2, it's also the centre of your home multimedia universe. Built into his body you'll find a state of the art DVD player and projector that will beam your movies, video games, digital photos up to 80 inches across onto a wall of your choice. He also has an inbuilt FM radio and an iPod docking station. Of course he also makes all the joyfully familiar beeps, blips and whistles that R2D2 is so famous for, and the remote control is a thing of joy - it's a deeply cool model of the Millennium Falcon, complete with myriad buttons for controlling everything, and some very funky lights. Now you really can feel the force.

Features:

- A companion and a fully equipped home entertainment system in one.
- Your best loved R2D2 sound effects.
- LCoS powered projection system.
- The projector projects a viewing area of a whopping 80inches on your wall or ceiling.
- An integrated DVD and CD player - supporting DVD-video, DVD-R/RW, (S)VCD, CD, CD-R/RW, WMA, MP3, Divx, MP4, JPEG.
- An iPod docking station (suitable for Ipod; Nanos, Minis, Photos, and Videos).
- A built-in 20 watt speaker.
- FM wireless audio.
- A memory card slot.
- A USB connector.
- A full-motion, light-up, wireless Millennium Falcon remote.
- Three safety sensors so R2D2 doesn't wobble off a table or anything.
- Input connections for video/audio, PC/Mac, Wii, Xbox, Playstation.
- Digital audio out for iPods.
- Mains adaptor and battery pack included.
- 6 x AA Batteries for the remote control included.
- Suitable for ages 16 years+.
- Weight: 22lbs / 10kg.
- Size; Projector: 13.5" x 13" x 20" / 34.3cm x 32.8cm x 51.9cm.
- Size; Millennium Falcon RC: 7.5" x 5.5" x 3" / 19cm x14cm x 7.5cm.

Available at: I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/International) and Firebox (USA/UK/International)

Push a button, get a color!

Light-emitting diodes are darn cool and have found uses in so many places - traffic lights, standard lightbulb sockets and high-powered flashlights to name a few. The Multi-Color LED Lightbulb is a super bright LED bulb that can transition through dozens of color and brightness combinations and is compatible with a standard lightbulb socket. The included IR remote can select an individual color or brightness level or choose one of four different transition effects. Great for mood lighting, decorating, parties or special lighting environments.

It has multiple brightness level settings and four transition effects (long pause on each color, short pause, slow fade between colors, faster fade). The light is generated from a 5 Watt LED.

Features:

- IR remote can turn bulb on/off and adjust colors, transitions, brightness levels
- 4 transition effects - flash, strobe, fade, smooth
- Access to 16 specific colors (including White, Green, Blue, Light Blue, Red, Orange, Yellow, Turquoise, Purple)
- Fits into a standard lightbulb socket
- Input voltage: AC110/AC220V, 50-60Hz
- Bulb Dimensions: 4" length x 2" dia.

Available at: ThinkGeek (USA/International)

This is truly an awesome piece of kit and will look spectacular in any home or office. You will not need any artwork for your walls because this is a piece of art in itself. The stunning Twinkle Light is basically metal wall panel with 140 lights. Available either in white enamel with white lights or polished stainless steel and red lights.

If you want something to light up any room and make a spectacular feature then this surely is it. It measures 400mm by 800mm and can be hung any which way you choose to fit in with your décor and own individual taste.

With 8 different light settings, the Twinkle Light will help to create the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Twinkling, patterns, random, fading, sporadic, flashing and simply 'on' all of which can be switched to fit your mood! One thing's for certain - you'll be making a statement of individuality with this little number adorning your wall!

If you want something to update your home or to complement your stylish pad, then the Twinkle Light is a must. Combing style, elegance and minimalist sophistication the Twinkle Light is certainly more than a light and will have everyone mesmerised by it! We think this is a fab solution to bringing sparkle and modish sophistication to any home or even to your office!

Available at: Drinkstuff (UK/Europe/International) and Generate (USA/Canada)

This sophisticated reading lamp draws a mere five watts of energy and delivers an intense, warm and pleasing light for an average duration of some 50,000 hours (2,000 hours is the average for a normal halogen bulb). Adding to the energy-efficient capabilities, the Mix Task Lamp by Alberto Meda uses LED chip-on-board technology that gives the user the ability to adjust the color of the light from warm to cool by sliding a screen located on the underside of the head. When the lamp is switched off, the profile of the lamp head is illuminated with a blue light, making it easy to find in the dark. Adding to the sleek look is a flexible aluminum stem that extends from the satisfying S-curve base and provides the utility of directing the light where needed.

Well we all like to save a little electricity don't we? And with such style!

Available at: Unica Home (USA/International)

An explosion of acrylic tubing and creative genius, the Kapow pendant lampshade adds a burst of playful color to any room's decor!

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada)

Designed by Stefane Barbeau & Duane Smith, the Luau Portable Lamp makes standard table lamps look so, well, stationary. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, Luau is a lighting solution that delivers dimmable ambient light without being tethered to an electrical socket. When Luau is lifted from its base, the lamp automatically lights. Increase or decrease the amount of light by spinning the lamp with the bottom against your palm. The versatile Luau can be placed on a surface or hung from a hook or tree branch. It comes with one stainless steel handle. Includes a 36-bulb LED pack and rechargeable NiMH batteries which last 6-10 hours when fully charged. Great for those BBQ's and late nights lounging on the patio!

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada) and Unica Home (USA/International)

The Reveal Light implies the presence of a real window by simulating sunlight entering through an imaginary window. This has a subtle, positive effect on how we feel about the space we occupy. a light breeze appears to move through trees in the cast image. Reveal is designed for use in most interior lighting environments that lack direct sunlight. The projector comes with an ultra-white, color adjusted 50 watt mr16 halogen bulb. This can be replaced with a standard 20, 50 or 65 watt halogen in order to customize brightness levels.

The image projected by Reveal is unique and cannot be recreated by any other device.
Multi-plane analog images create real depth of focus and air currents through the projector create organic non-repeating movement in the trees. The lamp color closely mimics multi-spectrum sunlight and the wide-angle glass lenses allow flexibility of installation and minimize distortion. Steel slides provide absolute blacks and long term durability. Reveal is fully American made and designed in Brooklyn NYC, by Adam Frank Incorporated.

Available at: Unica Home (USA/International)

This is a truly spectacular energy saving mood light - perfect for the environmentalist! The light is created by Glow-in-the-dark pigment which is trapped inside a real light bulb (just like the ones you have at home). During the day the pigment absorbs the energy from natural light and then releases the light slowly in the form of a glowing, shimmering light. For those who like the sciency bit - this process is called 'photoluminescence' (now you've learnt something new today!).

The light bulb is encased in a solid block of Acrylic resin. The mysterious optical effect is caused by light diffracting in the tiny space between the glass of the light bulb and the resin, the space forms when the resin shrinks by a tiny amount during the production process. The polished surface gives a jewel like quality to the object. In a darkened room or at night the Glow Brick comes to life with a tranquil and subtle glow emanating from the pigment inside the light bulb.

The result - a fantastic mood enhancing lamp that can be used indoors or outdoors to bring your surroundings to life. We think these Glow Bricks are fab - totally cool yet environmentally friendly at the same time and brilliant for your next summer outdoor party!

Designed by those funkster's Suck UK, the Glow Brick comes in two different colors - blue or green. Both completely complement each other so if you're feeling extravagant and want to go for both, they will look dramatically different from anything you've ever seen before!

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada), ThinkGeek (USA/International) and Firebox (UK/USA/International)

It's hard to think of a light source as mundane as the naked bulb.... but, in a surprising twist, the Lamp/Lamp gives it a new and delightfully absurd personality by simply adding an extra socket.

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada) and I Want One Of Those (UK/Europe/International)

The Undersea Volcano brings together the dynamics of earth, fire and water in an amazing lamp! The Undersea Volcano Lamp makes a fantastic addition to any room, and is a superb conversation piece. Lava and magma balls continuously erupt from the volcano, creating an astonishing visual display. The Undersea Volcano Lamp features LED lights, so the bulbs will never need to be replaced.

This makes a great gift, for children for their bedrooms, as a house warming present, or for birthdays or Christmas, Undersea Volcano Lamps look great anywhere!

Features:

- Mains powered.
- Weighs 509 grams/18 oz.
- Measures 18.5 x 22 x 7.5cm.
- Requires only a few drops of washing liquid and distilled water.
- It is easy to operate, durable, and has a modern artistic design.

Available at: Sky Mall (USA/International)

It isn't made of brass, nor does it form part of any traditional orchestra. However, you would be mistaken if you thought the Mathmos Tuba had nothing to do with music.

Mathmos Tuba in Black is a brand new horn-shaped, illuminated, blown glass, color changing, sound and motion activated lighting sculpture! Phew! The Mathmos Tuba can be set to react to music, morphing through the color spectrum, changing sequence along with the "beat" to your favorite music. We tried it with a little bit of chillout music in the form of 'Mashed Mellow Grooves' to check out out its responsiveness and were impressed with its slowed down, chilled out phasing.

Not satisfied that we had tested the product fully, we then switched to a bit of 'Ministry of Sound' and wow! the lamp changed colors more times than a chamelion in heat! (which is a lot we're told). Of course, the lamp can be set to faze through the color spectrum without the need for music, acting as a beautiful and unique mood light too.

The Tuba creates the illusion of not really knowing whether the central space has depth or not. What looks like a solid illuminated disc in the center is actually an open space, a void, that is brightly illuminated. Mathmos Tuba actually senses your hand entering this void and changes the color or the current function - cool!

The Mathmos Tuba creates a unique ambience wherever you choose to place it, and is sure to become a talking point at your shindigs and soirees. In fact, buy one of these amazing little lights and we guarantee you'll be unable to resist gawping at it on a daily basis - lol!

Features:

- Available in either Black or Silver.
- Quality Mathmos materials and construction.
- Two modes of operation: faze and music response.
- Music sensitivity adjustment control.
- Made from pressed glass.
- Weight: approx. 3kg.
- Includes AC power adapter.
- Excellent Retail Packaging.

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada) and Ministry of Gadgets (UK/Europe/Australia & NZ)