The DVD Rewinder "will spin discs backwards and plays a 'rewind'sound." If that's not enough, you can also record your own "rewind"sound for a personal touch. Yes, this is a real product and can bepurchased here for $16.49.
I dunno know about you, but I just hate rewinding my DVDsmanually after watching them. Just snap the disc on top, press thebutton and watch in wonder as your disc spins up thanks to the"Centriptal Velocity Spindle."
Driv-e-mocion is a nifty device that attaches to your rear windowand can be programmed to display a variety of messages -- in form ofsmiling/frowning faces or words. Best of all, it's priced at just $20 here.
Given, the four letter words may anger the person behind you even more, it is still cool to put them in their place, geekily
If you've been waiting for a cap that gives your head/hair a goodbath than the solution is here. Presenting the "Head Bath" cap, justplace it over your head and let water start running into it. This thingnot only looks funny but supposedly "helps your hair grow faster andfuller" by penetrating the pores in your scalp with the trapped water. [Source]
Toilet Paper Dispenser with iPod Dock
You'll never miss a song even in the bathroom with Atech's "iLoungehybrid toilet paper dispenser/iPod dock". The iLounge supports all iPodmodels that have a dock connector and has an integrated USB slot forthe Shuffle. Speakers are concealed in the dispenser's arms withnavigation buttons located conveniently on top for easy access. [Source]
Bra That Doubles As Shopping Bag
File this under: "Strange Japanese Inventions" Triumph Japan has unveiled a bra that doubles as a shopping bag -- named the "Kawaii Bag". Here's how it works:
When the bra is being worn, the “shopping bag” portions arefolded away inside the bra cups, where they serve as extra padding. Thebra quickly converts to a shopping bag by removing the bag portionsfrom the cups and connecting the hooks on the bra’s underwire. The lacecups serve as decoration along with the shoulder straps, which aredisconnected and tied to the top of the bag as ribbons
This nifty little device goes behind your ear and vibrates when itdetects you are falling asleep by measuring the speed of head movements(head nodding, etc.). Perfect for boring classes, drives, and work. Itcosts only $15 (1,800 yen).
"With the Nap Alarm, waking up 15 minutes before said exammay be a thing of the past, though falling asleep while driving isanother matter entirely."
For those who wish to take the ultimate panoramic picture, look nofurthur than this 360-degree camera. It fits comfortably on your headand conveniently uses disposable cameras. [Source]
USB-Powered Butt Cooler
Here's another strange Japanese gadget: the USB-powered butt cooler.This device also doubles as a seat cushion and works by blowing "coolair onto your arse via the onboard fan." Product page here (Japanese). Jason Chen from Gizmodo notes one potential drawback:
The only downside I can see is if you let one go, the air cooler will blow it up right into your face
Put simply, this is one of the strangest ties we've come across. Ithas slots for just about everything, including scissors, passports,credit cards, and more. [Source]
USB BBQ
A group of Japanese modders decided to make their own customUSB-powered BBQ using lots of USB cable, six PCI USB Adapter cards, andcountless hours of hacking. Plus, the computer is fully functional.Short video demonstration after the jump. Lots of pictures here. [via Source]
