Meet The Kryptonite NY Fahgettaboudit Mini

When I picked up this impressive lock, I could tell by its heft it was one heck of a lock! Here's what Amazon says about it. Big city cyclists need big city protection, as would-be thieves aren't intimidated by just any bicycle lock. Enter the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit U-lock. The 18mm hardened MAX-Performance steel shackle resists bolt cutters and leverage attacks. Oversized hardened steel sleeve over crossbar for double security. Double deadbolt locking for extensive holding power. Center keyway defends against leverage attacks. As a bonus, the lock comes with three keys, one of which is lighted with a high-intensity bulb that makes it easy to unlock the Fahgettaboutit after dark. Other features include a protective vinyl coating, a sliding dust cover that protects and extends the cylinder life. MSRP: $113.95, but you can search for discounts.

Company website: http://www.kryptonite.com/ 

It's just under $100 & Amazon prime here: http://amzn.to/2dMVJAW

Be seen when you go biking! Or want to be seen for any reason outdoors.

Be seen when you go biking!

Visijax goes above and beyond the bare essentials of road safety. They have developed the most visible cycling jacket I've ever seen. Not only are there flashing lights on the front and back so you will be seen at dusk, at night, pretty much any time, but the jacket also features motion activated turn indicators on the arms. Simply raise your arm to indicate as you would normally and the built in amber LED's light up on the front and back of the sleeve, displaying your intentions to the traffic around you. The indicators switch off automatically ten seconds after you lower your arm. The Commuter jacket has 23 high intensity, integrated LED's in both white and red to alert other road users to your presence. All of the electronics are powered by a provided rechargeable USB battery with up to 20 hours of continuous use. When we showed this as a prototype a couple of years ago, I recall the price was over $170.00.

It's now available in black or florescent yellow for a much lower price. As of 10/4/16, the jacket was on the company website for $82.99. And on Amazon too.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/KNvZlydFQJI

Company website:

https://www.visijax.com/product/commuter-jacket-with-turn-signals/

It's also on Amazon for $83.00 with free shipping, but not Amazon Prime

http://amzn.to/2dIp7rA (As of 10/4/16)

A website you may not know about. (I didn't.)

Since this was the first time I learned about the original concept website: Touch of Modern, I asked the company to provide info about themselves:
 
Touch of Modern is the leading online shopping destination for men to discover unexpected lifestyle products, fashion and accessories to elevate their lifestyle. Every year, the much anticipated holiday store features one‐of-a-kind, in‐season products from well‐known brands and up-and-coming designers not easily found in mainstream retailers – from filet mignon beef jerky to watch movement cuff-links and all‐terrain electric skateboards. “Touch of Modern’s Holiday Store is a shopper's connection to hundreds of unique gifts for men. Jerry Hum, CEO and Founder, Touch of Modern says: “We know what men want, and we curate an array of products every holiday season that will appeal to every type of guy ranging from the busy business executive to the outdoorsy adventurer.”
 
And now back to me. In the video, you saw UBTECH's Alpha 1S, a humanoid robot that can be controlled through Bluetooth. Touch of Modern says he can replicate stunningly accurate and effective movements, as customized by you. Using a smartphone app, Alpha can be programmed to achieve a perfect display of action and sound, wirelessly. When I checked on 10/4/16 he was no longer available on their website, but you can find him on Amazon and eBay for about $400 to $450. 

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/MuGowlkaJP4

You need to give Touch of Modern an email address to access their website. When I did that I got a discount offer back. (See below.)

http://www.touchofmodern.com/

I gave them my email and and got this offer sent back: "Every friend you invite gets $10 credit and you get $20 credit when their first order ships. Copy and paste this URL in Twitter, Facebook, or in an Email to invite friends." (I don't know if you'll get this same offer, or if clicking on mine will get a $10 credit, but you can give it a try. Maybe I'll get money off offer too.)

https://www.touchofmodern.com/i/ZCSV7UVG 

The Death Star Levitating Speaker!

The Death Star remains one of the most iconic symbols of the Star Wars universe. Loved, loathed, blown up in multiple movies, yet it's come back yet again, this time as the Plox Death Star speaker. This 5W Bluetooth mono speaker uses maglev technology to levitate in space (well an inch or two) above it's base. It offers 360 degree sound quality, but we were not able to hear it play at the Pepcom Holiday Spectacular, because they had a no-music-playing rule. (Also it's impossible to hear, let alone judge audio, at a crowded press event.) Fully charged you can expect up to 5 hours of continuous Bluetooth playback. And if you can't live without your Plox Star Wars Death Star Levitating Bluetooth Speaker, it can be carried as a portable speaker without the base. Along with many more Star Wars products, this will be available starting October 1st. MSRP $179.99. 

The small speakers in the video are called Star Wars Siren, also from Plox. They're also Bluetooth, and you just pull them open to turn them on. They'll include R2D2, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, BB8, plus 4 additional plain color speakers. (Blue, Pink, White and Black). 8 hours of battery life on full charge. MSRP $29.99

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/y-Lbc-6Upis

Company website: http://www.getplox.com/

XYZ Printing Drives The Prices of 3D Printers Even Lower.

For as long as I can remember XYZ Printing has been driving the prices of 3D printers ever downward, making it affordable for many more folks, especially students. At Pepcom's Holiday Spectacular the folks at XYZ Printing said their two new 3D printers, the da Vinci mini and the da Vinci miniMaker are ideal for beginners. They start in price as low as $229.95. (Price may change.) For about $60 more, you can add WiFi 3D printing. They told me 3D calibration is difficult for beginners, so these two machines feature auto-calibration, auto-loading filament, and a large build size. (It's aboutt 6” X 6” as I recall.) The education-focused and kid-safe da Vinci miniMaker is perfect for those seeking to develop core STEM skills. And you don't have to design your own 3D project if you're in a hurry. You can start your 3D printing adventure by downloading some of their 4,500+ FREE 3D models available from their online XYZ 3D Gallery. They have nine categories that include everything from toys and games, to art pieces and educational items.

Giz Wiz Video: https://youtu.be/KJEilDxg-M0

Company Video: http://us.xyzprinting.com/