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Wake up! First Sun Warrior of the Morning Challenge Kit Turns Waking Up Into Crazy Anime Game
Japanese toy company People has released a new age alarm clock that supposedly helps kids wake up by turning them into Ultraman. It's called the Okiro! Asa Ichiban Taiyou Senshi - Charenjaa Kitto (Wake up! First Sun Warrior of the Morning - challenger kit) and was manufactured for the Japanese Ministry of Education “early to bed early to rise” program. The $38 kit comes with the extravagant eye shield and helmet; a series of talismans and message cards (no doubt world-saving secret missions); and a 27-day program that will involve your child taking orders from "the commander." More »
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Hanging Alarm Clock: Blissful Sleep is Always Just Out of Reach
Back in 2005 a designer named Hayat Benchenaa developed a concept alarm clock that was suspended from the ceiling. When the alarm sounded in the morning, all you needed to do was give it a smack to continue snoozing. However, doing so would cause the alarm clock to retreat further towards the ceiling, making it more difficult to reach the next time around. Apparently his design has made it into production (or someone beat him to the punch) with a version of the Hanging Alarm Clock that you can actually buy. More »
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Dealzmodo: "Our Lady of the Trunk" 100dB Back-Up Alarm For $8
If you are a fan of weird, cheap gadgetry, look no further than the "Our Lady of the Trunk" backup alarm. Attach it to your brake lights, mount it on your trunk and laugh as an assertive 100dB feminine voice informs others that you are backing up. [sciplus]
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Wacky Afghan Engineer Develops Remote Controlled Kalashnikov Burglar Alarm
The infamous Kalashnikov has a long and illustrious history of murder and mayhem, which makes it the perfect centerpiece for a contraption developed by unemployed Afghan electrical engineer Hanif Molavizadeh. With only a small movement outside his window, the device will trigger a "song like warning." It will then call Molavizadeh's cellphone which can be used to send a message to the would-be thief through the alarm box. If that doesn't work, the Kalashnikov can be fired remotely to lay down some serious vigilante justice. More »
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Time Bomb Alarm Clock Wakes You Up With a Boom
Bomb themes and alarm clocks go hand in hand. We have seen it a number of times in the past, most notably with the Danger Bomb Clock. Both devices will attempt to wake you up with a loud explosion sound, but only the Time Bomb clock warns you with ominous ticking as the alarm approaches. Let me tell you, being a deep sleeper, I would appreciate the heads-up. After all, when something this loud wakes you up out of a coma, you are liable to drop a deuce right there in bed. Available for ÂŁ19.99 (around $40) [Thumbs Up via Quinquil via Coolbuzz]
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ONELink Wireless, Networked, Talking Smoke Alarms Tell You When to Get the Hell Out
If you are ever confronted with a fire or carbon monoxide situation in your home, it goes without saying that you would want an alarm that will give you the best chance to escape. That having been said, the ONELink system from First Alert does just about everything outside of physically carrying you out of the building. Because they can be wirelessly networked (up to 16 units), when one of the devices goes off, they will all go off, giving you more time to take action no matter where you are in a building. More »
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The Kiddo Kidkeeper Keeps Your Child on a Digital Leash
Smart Target's Kiddo Kidkeeper Proximity alarm helps bring peace of mind to the parents of adventurous children using a wearable wireless transmitter. When a child has wandered out of a pre-set range, the transmitter will trigger a visual and audible alarm on the parent's receiver, prompting them to reel the kid back in. More »
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Have trouble waking up in the morning? You could use a really loud alarm, or an alarm that forces you to engage what little hand-eye coordination you have in the morning—but for real torture, you will have to step up to the squirt gun alarm clock. The only problem is that you have to build it yourself. More »
Torture Yourself By Building a Water Gun Alarm Clock
Have trouble waking up in the morning? You could use a really loud alarm, or an alarm that forces you to engage what little hand-eye coordination you have in the morning—but for real torture, you will have to step up to the squirt gun alarm clock. The only problem is that you have to build it yourself. More »
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If you are anything like me, the whole iPod dock thing is getting way, way old. However, one look at this stylish Boynq Wake Up iPod Dock Alarm Clock is (almost) enough to make you fall in love with iPod docks again. The Wake Up isn't just a pretty face however, because it also features a 20-watt amp, a wireless remote that can be docked in place of your iPod, video out so you can play movies on the TV, and an FM radio. If you live in Europe you can get it now for around $185, but there is no word on whether or not those of us in the States will be able to do the same anytime soon. Also available in black. [Boynq via TRFJ]
The Boynq Wake Up: Just When You Were Getting Sick and Tired of iPod Docks
If you are anything like me, the whole iPod dock thing is getting way, way old. However, one look at this stylish Boynq Wake Up iPod Dock Alarm Clock is (almost) enough to make you fall in love with iPod docks again. The Wake Up isn't just a pretty face however, because it also features a 20-watt amp, a wireless remote that can be docked in place of your iPod, video out so you can play movies on the TV, and an FM radio. If you live in Europe you can get it now for around $185, but there is no word on whether or not those of us in the States will be able to do the same anytime soon. Also available in black. [Boynq via TRFJ]
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Cubicle Alarm System Locks On, Makes Horrible Racket, Fires Missiles
Friendless inhabitants of cubicles the world over will be happy with this three-tiered alarm system that guards your work space. Should an intruder penetrate that little gray area you call your office, alarm #1 alerts you to the fact by flashing lights and making a hideous noise, at the same time arming the second and third alarms. Alarm #2 then locks on to the trespasser, targeting them with a red light, before alarm #3 launches a couple of foam missiles at the guilty party. I can't decide whether this $39.99 system is sad or funny. Oh, and any cake-stealing geeks out there, then get in touch with me for basic lessons in how to nick yourself a nice Battenberg and not get fingered for it. Speed is the of the (vanilla) essence, really. [ThinkGeek]
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The iHome iHC5 Gets Reviewed
iLounge got their hands on the soon-to-be-released iHome iHC5. This clock radio has decided to branch out from the iHome's comfortable iPod market, and instead is trying to attract media cellphones. While it does do some interesting things like stream music from your cellphone or PC using Bluetooth, it does have a couple of problems. More »
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Usually it's the Americans who want things bigger, but this gigantic clock was found in Japan. The Jumbo Twin Bell Alarm Clock is bound to wake up even the deepest sleeper with its giant ear shattering bells. Measuring in at 47cm and weighing nearly 6lbs this alarm clock is the real deal. The only question is where do you find a night stand big enough to keep this monstrosity. [TFTs]
Extra Large Alarm Clock is Extra Annoying
Usually it's the Americans who want things bigger, but this gigantic clock was found in Japan. The Jumbo Twin Bell Alarm Clock is bound to wake up even the deepest sleeper with its giant ear shattering bells. Measuring in at 47cm and weighing nearly 6lbs this alarm clock is the real deal. The only question is where do you find a night stand big enough to keep this monstrosity. [TFTs]
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More than a few lucky women have gotten to wake up to James Earl Jones' smooth visage in the morning, but with this Darth Vader projection alarm clock, you can join that exclusive club without sacrificing your dignity (or your back—the man's quite heavy). It projects the current time (not just 12:56) up onto the ceiling so you can easily see whether you're late without having to go through that onerous task of rolling over onto your side. $29.99 gets you one as long as you don't live in Mexico. Vader had a bad adventure once with TJ Hooker—and we're not talking Shatner. [StarWars via Uber Review]
Darth Vader Alarm Clock
More than a few lucky women have gotten to wake up to James Earl Jones' smooth visage in the morning, but with this Darth Vader projection alarm clock, you can join that exclusive club without sacrificing your dignity (or your back—the man's quite heavy). It projects the current time (not just 12:56) up onto the ceiling so you can easily see whether you're late without having to go through that onerous task of rolling over onto your side. $29.99 gets you one as long as you don't live in Mexico. Vader had a bad adventure once with TJ Hooker—and we're not talking Shatner. [StarWars via Uber Review]
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Door Stop Alarm Blasts Noise at 125db
If you lie awake in fear of someone busting in your door at night, catching you unawares, then slitting your throat, this DSAL-2 door stop will let you sleep slightly easier. It's a regular door stop in that it stops the door from opening, but there's a 125db alarm that goes off whenever someone slams the door into it. Options like adjustable sensitivity and an On/Off switch makes sure you don't make #2 in your pants when it goes off randomly. As opposed to making #2 in your pants just because you're too lazy to stop blogging for five minutes. We're not pointing any fingers *cough*Frucci*cough*. [Stunster via ]
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Grenade-Shaped Alarm Clock Requires Wall Impact To Shut It Off
If you need a way to kickstart your mornings, or just really hate waking up before 3pm, this trio of alarm clocks may pique your interest. The alarm clocks are shaped like a grenade, soccer ball or baseball and are covered in a soft PVC material for reasons of safety. It features a sensor that shuts off when its thrown against a wall, floor or the poster cutout of your boss that you scream epithets at on a daily basis. But of course, something this cool only exists in Japan. [Trends InJapan via UberReview]
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Posture Alarm Makes Your Spine Like The Queen of England's
When I was a kid my parents constantly told me to sit up straight and stop slouching. This generation of parents is lucky, they have a gadget that can automatically force children to sit uncomfortably. The slouch alarm will make an annoying noise if you start to deviate from the vertical, making you hold yourself like the Queen of England at all times. It also tells the time. They're available from DealExtreme for $8.43. [Oh Gizmo]
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