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Brando's USB LED Message Board Displays Obscene Messages To Your Workmates

Are your coworkers always giving you a hard time about being away from your desk and not knowing where you are? Grab this $27 LED Message Board from Brando and always have a sign showing where you are. Sure, a Post-it or a mini-whiteboard would accomplish the same thing, but are they USB? Do they light up with red dotted letters? Are they that much more hilarious when the words "Fuck off Phil" scroll across their body? We think not. [Brando] More »

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Question of the Day: Which Office Gadget Would You Love to Smash?

The scene in Office Space where they take revenge on their printer really hit home for me because I used to have a paper jam piece of crap at an old job that I would have loved to smash. Chances are, you have a similar piece of equipment at your office that never works properly and is just begging to be put out of its misery. So, the question is: which of the following office gadgets would you love to destroy? More »

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Desktop Boxer: The Most Advanced USB Toy of 2008?

According to the product page, the Desktop Boxer is the "most advanced USB toy of 2008" thanks to fully interactive software and realistic boxing ring sounds. Users can control the boxer's punches and movement via their keyboard, and the device will keep track of successful hits on the speed bag. Personally, I think that I will withhold judgment on the "most advanced" claim until we are further into 2008. Besides, there are already more amusing office gadgets on the market. Available for £29.99 or around $59. [Product Page via Toyology]

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Stationoli Desk Set: A Wheel O' Office Gadgets

This translucent plastic wheel packs all of your office necessities into one fun looking desktop design. These 'necessities' include: a stapler, pencil sharpener, staple remover, sticky note and paperclip holder, calculator, and a digital alarm clock. There is even a magnet on the back of each of the parts so you can attach them in areas where you would need them the most. Just don't be surprised when most of the components of your Stationoli go MIA inside of a week. Available for $40. [Product Page via Chip Chick]