Joby Gorillapod Magnetic -- $ 24.95| Buy it here | [via Engadget]

Joby adds one more to the family on their innovative flexible, attach-to-anything Gorillapod tripods. This magnetic version has the added benefit of being able to stick to any ferrous surface. If you’re in an urban environment you certainly won’t have any trouble finding a place to perch this tripod for an impromptu portrait.

Dimensions: 15 × 3 × 3cm (5.9 × 1.2 × 1.2″)
Weight: 45.3g (1.6oz)
Material: High quality Japanese ABS plastic, Durable German TPE grip rings, stainless steel camera screw

[posted by Simon on March 8, 2010 at 6:53 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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ZipShot Tripod -- $ 49.95| Buy it here | [via Uncrate]

Wow, you’re going to have to watch the video here to understand how awesome this tripod is. In a matter of seconds the legs spring out to a full standing tripod. The compromise for the added convenience is that the legs are not individually adjustable. Certainly not for the serious photographer crowd, but should work well for everyone else. Now how long does it take to refold it? Hmm…

Specifications:

11 oz. (312g).
Folded Size: 15” (38cm) when
Standing Size:  44” (112cm) tall.
Material: Heavy-duty, metal ball-head with strong aluminum legs.
Max Weight Load: 3 lbs (1361g).

[posted by Simon on March 3, 2010 at 7:23 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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Paint Can Pinhole Camera -- $ 19.45| Buy it here

I just saw this at a local store. You can always make your own pinhole camera out of materials laying around the house, but if you haven’t got the time this could be a fun gift to buy for yourself. Plus, you have to appreciate that the packaging is the product itself.

The Paint Can Pinhole Camera was developed and patented by Jim Kosinski.

The Paint Can Pinhole Camera is the simplest of cameras. Each can is drilled with a precision pinhole aperture (0.5mm), and is ready for immediate use. Just load a sheet of photographic paper or film and expose it! Available in both Quart (5″ H x 4 1/4″ diameter) and Gallon (7 1/2″ H x 6 1/2″ diameter) sizes with a magnetic shutter and a complete user guide enclosed. Because of its simplicity, the Paint Can Pinhole Camera provides room for experimenting and learning more about basic photographic processes. Made in the USA.

For more, visit Paint Can Camera.
Also, here’s Step by Step Instructions.

[posted by Simon on February 26, 2010 at 6:03 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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PowerFilm Rollable Solar Charger -- $ 99.95| Buy it here

You know, for when you’re lost in the desert (or camping, as the case most likely will be). Or maybe you’ll use it daily if you get enough sunshine through your window.

This rollable charger can provide power to your cellphone, GPS, MPS, and other devices. Originally developed for the military, PowerFilm’s paper-thin, integrated solar panels are manufactured with a proprietary process that makes them truly rollable–unlike other thin film technologies that are only somewhat flexible. Their solar panels are monolithically integrated, eliminating the damage-prone manual connections of individual solar cells.

Power/Current: 5 Watts, 15.4 Volts, 0.3 Amps
11.5″ x 21″ (unrolled). 11.5″ x 4″ diameter (rolled)
Weight: 0.6 lbs.

[posted by katie on February 15, 2010 at 5:20 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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Pong iPhone case -- $ 60.00| Buy it here

So, if you read all the gadget blogs, you’ll have read about the Pong iPhone case. Apparently it deflects harmful radiation away from your head, which sounds really great, but there are complaints of the price and a little bit of skepticism on how well it works. I’ll not go into all the details, but if you’re interested you can read for yourself how it works (see below for the write-ups).

The first scientifically-proven radiation reduction case. Let the embedded Pong module protect your head while the form-fitting case protects your iPhone 3G and 3GS from the rigors of heavy duty use. Pong’s special silicone formula guarantees that your phone maintains full signal strength and battery life.

[via Wired and CrunchGear]

[posted by katie on February 11, 2010 at 8:20 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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Cell Phone Telephoto Lens -- $ 30.00| Buy it here | [via]

Hmm. Sometimes I wish my phone would take better pictures, but as to whether I would go to the trouble to carry this around and put it on when I want to take (better) pictures, I just don’t know. I’m curious as to how well it would work.

Simply and easily top the camera on your cell phone, iPhone or any other smart phone with this external lens, sure to upgrade your phone’s camera to create high-quality photos. Coated optical lens for magnifying objects up to 8 times; clear focus; adjustable clamp for fitting most phones.

Adjusts from approx 1.5″w to 2.75″w.

[via Incredible Things]

[posted by katie on February 1, 2010 at 9:27 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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USB Rechargeable LED Light -- $ 28.00| Buy it here

Desk lamp or book light, this rechargeable LED light sounds like a handy thing to have around.

This versatile mobile light can be clipped onto a book, or used as a desk lamp when inserted into its charging dock. Simply swivel the dock and pivot the head to direct light exactly where it’s needed. Charge through any USB port with the included USB connector.

Size: Assembled: 11h x 4.5″ base diam.

[posted by katie on January 29, 2010 at 7:25 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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Pentax Optio H90 -- $ 179.95| Buy it here

I love this little camera. It’s specs are perfectly competitive: 12 Megapixels, HD video recording and it’s designed to be compatible with the Eye-fi wireless memory cards which mean you can connect to your computer and upload your pictures without a cable. The best thing about it though are the colours and the styling. It’s very minimal with a distinctly Japanese look and the colours are very refreshing. Orange if you’re bold or clean black and white if you’re more conservative.

Available from February 2010 for $179.95

[posted by mark on January 29, 2010 at 5:47 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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iPad -- $ 499.00| Buy it here

Is it overkill to post this? Maybe, considering everyone’s abuzz about it. It does look enticing… I’ll reserve judgement until reviews are out. Visit Apple site for technical specs.

16GB: $499.00
32GB: $599.00
64GB: $699.00

Wi-Fi models shipping in late March.
3G models shipping in April.

[posted by katie on January 28, 2010 at 7:34 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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Parafernalia Falter 2D Designer Pen -- $ 39.00| Buy it here

Otherwise known as ‘the pen that you make’, this pen is handmade out of industrial steel. The snap apart template includes elements to make a ball point pen, stand and mini ruler. Now, you ask, why in the world would you pay $40 for a pen that you have to make when there’s a dozen perfectly good bic pens at your disposal? Good question. For the tinkering, I suppose, or for the novelty. I found more pics and info at Visual Streak, if you’re interested.

5″ l x .5″ w• x .5 h

[posted by katie on January 27, 2010 at 7:39 am. Copyright BLTD LLC, 2010.]

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