Famous for its swishing tail and oscillating eyes, this is the modern version of the classic Kit-Cat Klock that has hung in offices, homes, and schools for over 70 years. Originally made to combat the sullen national mood during the Great Depression, the clock's design has changed very little since it first appeared in the mid-1930s. It bears classic hallmarks such as the bowtie, whiskered smile, knobby nose, and claws. Requires two C batteries that provide up to 4-months of operation. 15"" L x 4"" W x 3"" D. (3 1/2 lbs.)
This alarm clock awakens you with the exhilarating sound of a high-powered V8 engine increasing its revolutions per minute as it cycles through four gears to top speed. A tachometer surrounding the digital time window displays a needle that moves as the rpm increase to its redline of 6, 000 rpm. The engine sound will grow in pitch and intensity until you press the snooze button, urging you to get out of bed. A headlight button allows you to illuminate the time and tachometer display for easy viewing at night; backlight turns off after 10 seconds. It also includes an AM/FM radio. Requires three AA batteries or can plug into AC with an adapter (not included). 4"" H x 5"" W x 6 1/2"" D. (1 /2 lb.)
Recalling the ubiquitous diner jukeboxes of the 1950s, this classic tabletop music box is updated to play music from CDs and iPods. Faithful to the original jukeboxes, songs are selected by pressing the letter and number buttons on the face of the device and, once a song is chosen, the jukebox mimics the pop of a classic vinyl record loading into place. The stereo speakers produce vibrant, room-filling sound. The jukebox has digital FM radio tuning with 20 presets and it connects to an external stereo, amplifier, headphones, iPod, or other MP3 player. You can choose from several pre-set audio equalizer options (Normal, Classic, Pop, Jazz, or Rock), and CD and MP3 tracks can be played sequentially or in random order. Includes a CD filled with 100 classic late 1950s/early 1960s songs from the original artists, such as the Four Tops, Buddy Holly, and Patsy Cline. 15"" H x 12 1/2"" W x 7"" D. (7 lbs.)
Designed to resemble a classic amplifier for an electric guitar, this iPod speaker delivers crisp digital audio from its full-range 5-watt driver. Just like its on-stage cousins, it has three functional dials for volume, treble, and bass control--a rarity among MP3 speakers. Powered by three AA batteries (not included) and with its audio cable that plugs into an MP3 player's earphone jack, it can play music anywhere, or it can be connected to a computer via the included USB cable that provides power and audio. The durable plastic cabinet sports familiar details like corner protectors, a metal front grill, and a textured surface that conceals roadies' fingerprints. 5"" H x 3 3/4"" W x 3 1/2"" D. (1 1/4 lbs.)
Unlike standard digital clocks which display traditional Arabic numbers, this unconventional timepiece displays a series of LED-illuminated color patterns to indicate minutes and hours. Deceptively simple, counting the colored squares in each of the four separate sections reveals the time (12:45 is shown). The color combinations vary by increment of time, and can be adjusted to update every one, four, or 60 seconds. The clock has three brightness settings to suit any lighting environment. The unit may be viewed vertically or horizontally and can be wall-mounted or placed on any solid surface. AC adapter included. 3"" H x 10 1/4"" W x 1"" D. (1 lb.)
This is the alarm clock that faithfully reproduces the subtle wit employed by P. G. Wodehouse's most famous character--the valet Reginald Jeeves--as he politely affirms the beginning of the day. The clock plays 126 different wake-up messages in the reserved voice of Stephen Fry, the original actor from the English comedy Jeeves and Wooster. When the alarm sounds, Jeeves speaks softly as he assuages your displeasure that the morning has indeed come: ""Excuse me madam, I'm so sorry to disturb you, but it appears to be morning... Very inconvenient, I agree... I believe it is the rotation of the Earth that is to blame"" or greets you with ""Good morning, madam... I feel sure you have slept soundly, feel thoroughly refreshed, and await the day with the anticipation of an energetic gazelle. Good heavens... I saw a pig flying past the window."" If you are not roused sufficiently, a series of beeps will ensue; a press of the clock's rosette cancels the beeps, prompting Jeeves to interject ""Madam has a firm touch, but fair"" as one of ten possible snooze replies. A press of the rosette at bed time initiates a three-minute relaxation message with ambient music. Made of wood and handpainted in a subdued lacquer. A button on the back illuminates the clock's face. Requires three AA batteries. 5"" H x 5 1/2"" W x 4"" D. (14 oz.)
Famous for its swishing tail and oscillating eyes, this is the modern version of the classic Kit-Cat Klock that has hung in offices, homes, and schools for over 70 years. Originally made to combat the sullen national mood during the Great Depression, the clock's design has changed very little since it first appeared in the mid-1930s. It bears classic hallmarks such as the bowtie, whiskered smile, knobby nose, and claws. Requires two C batteries that provide up to 4-months of operation. 15"" L x 4"" W x 3"" D. (3 1/2 lbs.)
This is the WiFi robot that has a video camera, microphone, and built-in motion detector, allowing you to use it as a surveillance drone, sentry, or Internet telephone. It communicates with your wireless home network, allowing you to send it on surveillance missions in your home up to 30' away from your computer (Play Video). The robot's software (available from manufacturer's website) installs onto a computer running Windows XP or Vista (or Macintosh) and provides a control interface that enables you to move the robot in any direction, and the screen displays what the robot can see with its camera, which provides 320 x 240 resolution at 15 fps. It detects motion when stationary and sends an alarm to the computer control screen, alerting you with sound and an image (via e-mail) when an intruder comes within the robot's patrol perimeter. You can also activate its headlamp from your computer. The robot can play eight sound effects as well as your MP3s when plugged into your PC through its built-in 2-watt speaker. It can also be used as a telephone with a computer equipped with a microphone and speakers. Its battery provides three hours of operation from a three-hour rest on its charging base. It can be assembled into one of three main configurations: robot, lunar vehicle, or scorpion. Ages 8 and up. Robot 12 1/2"" H x 8 3/4"" W x 8"" D. (5 lbs.)
About the size of a matchbox, these are the wireless transmitters that stream audio between any two devices with incomparable ease. Simply plug one device into your home entertainment center, television, computer, MP3 player, or any source with a 3.5mm audio jack. The other plugs into headphones or your stereo system (to play through its speakers). The devices enable you to listen to TV in bed without disturbing a spouse, or to roam freely while wearing headphones without being tethered to an MP3 player or stereo. CD-quality audio is transmitted up to 30' over the 2.4GHz band for interference-free listening. Each transmitter plugs into a USB port for charging and works for seven hours on a seven-hour charge. Includes one transmitter and one receiver, a pair of USB cables for charging, two pairs of audio cables (12"" and 24""), two neck lanyards, and two belt clips. Each transmitter 2 1/2"" L x 1 1/2"" W x 1"" D. (3 oz.)
Recalling the ubiquitous diner jukeboxes of the 1950s, this classic tabletop music box is updated to play music from CDs and iPods. Faithful to the original jukeboxes, songs are selected by pressing the letter and number buttons on the face of the device and, once a song is chosen, the jukebox mimics the pop of a classic vinyl record loading into place. The stereo speakers produce vibrant, room-filling sound. The jukebox has digital FM radio tuning with 20 presets and it connects to an external stereo, amplifier, headphones, iPod, or other MP3 player. You can choose from several pre-set audio equalizer options (Normal, Classic, Pop, Jazz, or Rock), and CD and MP3 tracks can be played sequentially or in random order. Includes a CD filled with 100 classic late 1950s/early 1960s songs from the original artists, such as the Four Tops, Buddy Holly, and Patsy Cline. 15"" H x 12 1/2"" W x 7"" D. (7 lbs.)
Only 1/2"" thick and barely wider than a credit card, this full-featured digital camera has all the indispensable features found in larger cameras without the bulk. Like its much larger counterparts, this sleek camera has a superior 10-megapixel image sensor that can take still pictures at a maximum 3648 x 2736 resolution. It includes a 3X optical zoom lens in addition to cropping and other image enhancements. The 2 3/4"" wide-format LCD is twice as bright as typical cameras, and lets you clearly compose, crop, and delete shots with ease while in the field. The camera offers automatic and manual picture settings (including exposure and white balance), instantly adjusting to ambient light for optimal results on sunny or overcast days, while an anti-shake option reduces blurry images caused by camera shake or moving subjects. A digital MPEG-4 movie mode lets you record high-quality videos and audio at up to 30 fps with a resolution of 848 x 480 pixels. The rechargeable battery lasts for up to 280 shots per charge. It has 12MB of built-in memory and accepts SD/MMC cards. Includes a built-in flash, docking/charging cradle, and video-out and USB cables. 2 1/4"" H x 3 3/4"" W x 1/2"" D. (4 oz.)
This weather-resistant digital camera detects motion and automatically snaps pictures of birds or other wildlife. When the 1.3 megapixel camera senses motion within its 9"" x 12"" field-of-view, it instantly captures up to 20 pictures in 20 seconds. The camera mounts to windows, walls, posts, or trees (mounting accessories provided). You can pan and tilt the camera up to 15\u00B0 and the touch of a button projects a laser beam that shows where pictures will be taken, providing a reliable guide for directing the camera at birdbaths or bird feeders. The lens can be focused at 5', 6 1/2' or 10' away from your subject, ensuring clear photographs. The camera automatically enters a ""sleep"" mode when no motion is detected and shuts off at night, conserving energy for more optimal shooting conditions. Pictures are time- and date-stamped and stored in JPEG format on the included 2GB SD memory card. Includes four AA batteries that provide up to 6 months of operation, a tape measure labeled with the three lens-focusing distances, and a tripod socket. 6 1/4"" H x 4 1/4"" W x 2 3/4"" D. (13 1/4 oz.)
Identical to the classic units found in amusement parks, arcades, and boardwalks, this is the photo booth that can take and print a four-frame strip of pictures in 16 seconds. Unlike prior models that used chemical processes to develop pictures, this one uses a thermal printer exclusively designed by Polaroid, producing 2"" H x 2"" W 72-dpi monochrome images. The booth works just like its predecessors; individuals, couples, or groups press a button and pose for each of four pictures, taken in five-second intervals. The booth comes with two rolls of film that provide up to 3, 200 pictures (or 800 sessions of four-frame photo strips). The booth is made of powder-coated 14-gauge steel. Plugs into AC. 74"" H x 37"" W x 60"" L. (770 lbs.)
Unlike fixed cameras, this indoor remote-controlled surveillance camera pans 270 and tilts 120 for an optimal field-of-view. It sends crystal-clear images and audio to an LCD on the handheld remote, allowing real-time monitoring within your home. The remote's 2.5"" thin-film transistor LCD has a 640 x 480 resolution, and infrared LEDs in the camera allow black and white nighttime observation up to 16' from the camera lens. The 2.4GHz wireless signal operates on three different channels, minimizing interference, and the device includes an AV cable for connecting to a television. Includes earphones. Receiver requires four AAA batteries; camera uses included AC adapter. Camera: 5"" H x 4 1/3"" D x 4"" W. (9 oz.) Receiver: 6"" H x 2 2/3"" W x 1"" D. (6 oz.)
This web camera automatically tracks motion and can be controlled from a remote location via the Internet, allowing you to surveil real-time video images of your home from anywhere in the world. When the camera detects motion it pans up to 180 and tilts up to 60 to follow and record the movement. You can set the camera to automatically send notification to your personal e-mail account when it detects motion, or you can view real-time video and control the camera manually from a remote computer using the included software. The camera captures 640 x 480 resolution video at 30 frames per second and has a 4X digital zoom, ensuring crisp pictures. A built-in microphone records sounds from up to 20' away. Includes software for controlling the web camera and a USB cable. Requires Windows XP/Vista/Windows 7, and a high-speed Internet connection for real-time video. Plugs into USB 2.0. 4 1/4"" H x 3"" Diam. (9 oz.)
