The legendary and in my opinion Iconic board game - Monopoly has taken a leap forward into the world of credit!
The makers of Monopoly have taken the board game and dusted off the cobwebs to give it a more contemporary feel. One of the key updates is to introduce electronic banking via a replica debit card complete with reader and calculator so that you can keep tabs on your growing riches. Nice touch but personally I prefer the feel of paper cash, it’s that bit more tangible to players, nonetheless there’s no stopping progress.
Apparently, Visa had some involvement in the card’s design (no doubt a lucrative product placement deal was struck). The new game will retail for £24.99 ($37).
(Via engadget)
Ok the Robosapien is a little old hat and predominantly for the boys, but this little chap can do everything but spank a monkey!
If you want something fun and a tad radical for the Graduation Gift, this baby could fit the bill. Here’s what the little fella can do:
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If you’re lazy in the pushing department then you must consider the cool Boom Borda electric skateboard which hits speeds of 20 mph.
Rockitscience.co.uk describe it as follows:
“Is the coolest way to turn heads AND escape the traffic nothing beats our ultra-trendy, eco-friendly BOOM BORDA.
This great skate is zippy, simple to master, and places smooth acceleration and smart ABS-style braking at your fingertips.
The Boom Borda’s powerful rechargeable battery and 400w motor give up to 15miles easy riding - perfect for serious urban travel or fantastic fun in the park.
With its super-responsive digital handheld radio control - complete with hidden speed limiter for safety - the Boom Borda’s the quick, cheap way to travel that DOESN’T kill the earth with Co2.
Add to this free UK delivery, 6 months Rok It Science No Quibble - warranty, and your choice of black or red trim, and you won’t find this specification at a better price anywhere in the world.”
This would make a great birthday gift for any youngster and it won’t break the bank at a very reasonable £249.99 ($462.99).
Ok so this gift really isn’t an Iconic Gift but I just love the idea of it.
Vision the boss you really hate or the colleague that’s just getting that little bit irritating. Want to fire a rocket up their ass? This gift does the business!
The product description describes it as follows:
“Defend your office against intruders! With this USB Missile Launcher you can target your colleagues at work, and bombard them with missiles throughout the day – without even looking away from your screen!
The Launcher is powered by 3 x AA batteries (not included) but is completely controlled from your PC via a USB port. Once you’re connected you’ll be able to rotate the base of the launcher 360 degrees, giving you complete control over the direction your missiles will travel. Users will also be able to adjust the trajectory of the missile flight from their computer screen and are thus – able to alter the distance each missile will travel!
Once installed on your PC or Laptop a radar screen will appear on your screen from which the launcher is controlled. Either click the mouse on the direction tabs, or simply use the arrow keys on your keyboard to adjust the direction and height that each missile will be launched at! The Missile Launcher will also generate an incredible noise through your computer’s speakers, when firing.
The ultimate desk –top toy that is guaranteed to cause a riot in any office!”
Features include:
- USB Missile Launcher
- 3 x Foam Missiles
- Installation CD
- Full Instructions
- (win 2k/XP only)
I used to be a hardcore computer games addict in my younger days. I mean full on playing 6 hour stints until 4, 5 o’clock in the morning. It got so bad that it started to affect my studies at university and that’s when I decided to wean myself off from my Playstation. Even now I get the odd temptation to lose hours on an XBOX, but now I tend to pull back by sinking myself into a good book with my pipe and slippers. Not really but you get the gist.
However, if I was to jump head long back into gaming I think it would be the XBOX that would get my dollars. In particular I saw the XBOX 360 steering wheel and thought umm I quite fancy that - maybe I should buy this product under the pretence of giving it to my young nephew!
Here’s the sales patter on this particular model courtesy of Gameplay:
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