Hasta La Gadget!

Do you ever wonder what the wish lists of the super-rich entail during the holidays? When have bank accounts like Bill Gates or Larry Ellison the world is pretty much yours, I’m sure.  Wired decided to look back on some of the year’s most stupefying products in “Overhyped, Overpriced: 2012′s Insanely Expensive Gear.” I’m guessing these are the things that Bill and Larry probably have on their lists.

The most expensive of the bunch is the $3 billion (yes billion) Rolls Royce 102EX Phantom. This is the electrical version of the Phantom released as a sort of litmus test as to the eco-friendly interests of Rolls aficionados. No, it didn’t cost $3B to buy but to reportedly develop. Then the project was canned.

Other favorites on this Wired list include a $2 million prototype camera lens built for a Sheikh in Quatar and 8 foot tall, $250,000 concert speakers complete with 24 karat gold accents. That lens ought to produce some seriously good pictures. If those are to expensive just stick with the $100,000 two person submarine that allows you to jump and dive like a whale. Check out the other insanely expensive creations and see what things might have made it on the lists of the super wealthy.
[ What Santa Did Not Deliver copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Everyone has heard of the no pain-no gain exercise theory. I myself, like to subscribe to the no pain-no pain theory, and hence, try to avoid being sweaty or out of breath at all costs. That being said, I still envy the perfectly toned beach bodies strutting their stuff out on the sand. However, I just cant seem to put down my bucket of cola and donuts long enough to get there…

And now I don’t need to! Check out Abs in a Box Cosmetic Kit, designed for folks like me, (or maybe for those who just want to “enhance” their Facebook or Match.com profiles) Abs in a Box promises to give users the appearance of looking flat out ripped and helps you define the areas that you would like to emphasize. This two part system provides cosmetic enhancements that allow you to look instantly thinner and more fit, and using contouring and highlighting instructions, you can easily achieve the appearance of defined abs, no crunches required.

Abs in a Box comes with a unique firming cream and a specialized color palette of contouring and highlighting shades that can work with many different skin types and tones, and it includes a semi-permanent “ab stain” that can actually last for days. The kit is waterproof and sweat proof, so you don’t have to fear a little dancing or swimming will turn you back into the couch potato you might be. So go ahead, lose 15 pounds, or pump up those abs for tomorrow. Available at Amazon.com for just under 70 bucks.

[ Abs in a Box Cosmetic Kit – an Exercise Free Six Pack copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Ah yes, I can’t think of 2 things I love more than hot-tubs, and being out on the open water. Ideally, I guess I would like to be using the hot-tub on the stern of my 115 foot yacht. Slipping off my high heels and sinking into the blissfully steamy water, while one of my outrageously handsome crew members serve me icy cold champagne and strawberries.

Alternatively, I could get a Hot Tug. The first wood-fired hot tub boat in the whole world. Built to accommodate you and up to 7 of your closest friends, the Hot Tug hold around 530 gallons of water and a wood stove located in the bow of the boat can heat that water to 100 degrees F in just about 2.5 hours, using only a small wood log fire.

Cruising the waterways is easy enough, with an available Minnkota electric motor you can power around in heated style for about 2 and a half to 8 hours, depending on your motor selection and, the fact that theres a fire burning on your boat seems to be of no concern, as the stainless steel surrounding the wood fire remains cool to the touch because of the water surrounding it, as of yet I have no idea whether the stove can be used to roast marshmallows.

Currently, the Hot Tug seems to be only available in the Netherlands, where they are also being utilized in rental programs. The owners of the company are willing to entertain international requests and have their contact information located on their website hottug.nl and if your thinking about it, one of these little floating pleasure pits will run you around 16 thousand bucks. Hey, whatever floats your boat.

 
[ The Hot Tug – Wood-fired Hot Tub Boat copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

The NFL season is underway! It is great to see the players duking it out.  Die hard fans are showing their colors with the latest gear and gadgets sporting their team’s logo. With hats, jerseys, jackets and more fans express their true personalities. But why not take it to the next level and decorate your home? Hammacher Schlemmer has just the addition to show your spirit.

Welcome to the Giant Inflatable Crouching NFL Player! At 5 feet high he shows your team loyalty but does not take over the front yard. Available in 21 different team versions, each has the team logo on the helmet and trim colors on the jersey. This defender is ready to attack the quarterback and will certainly show your neighbors who you support. To inflate simply set him on the ground before turning on the built in electrical pump. Voila, he is ready in minutes. And deflation is just as easy. Four stakes are included to keep him “grounded” so to speak. The durable polyester construction is weather resistant so you know the $139.95 investment will keep for many seasons. When the game is over your friend can live in the 10” x 10” x 8” storage box included. And if you prefer a more celebratory look, check out the Giant Inflatable Standing NFL Player for the same price. So commit to the ultimate in showing your team pride and add an (inflatable) fan to the house.

[ A Football Fan Like No Other copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Gone are the days when I was out on the prowl, No more late night dance clubs, rock concerts or keg stands, I’m finally settled down and bored as… I mean, sooo loving my life. But that doesnt mean I cant enjoy finding some gadgets that might have been quite useful back in the day.

Checkout the Etiquette Checker, meant for those late night encounters that almost always require you to ask yourself these two very important questions, am I drunk? and how’s my breath? With two available settings, breath or alcohol, the Etiquette checker will rate your breath and determine your blood alcohol level, simply by selecting the desired mode and breathing into the device. How handy is that?

So your breath is ranked from good to bad utilizing a number system from 1-6, with 1 being delightfully fresh and a rating of 6 letting you know that before you do anything else, a date with a toothbrush and some paste may be in order. The alcohol setting measures your blood alcohol levels in 0.5 increments, which may not only be helpful in preventing you from driving while intoxicated, but also stop you from going home with a guy with blue hair, a pierced nose and a dragon tattooed on his forehead, no offense Frank, I had fun.

The Etiquette Checker is small enough to fit in a pocket or purse, comes with a backlit LCD screen, and has an auto off feature to save on battery life, and you can have one for yourself for around 80 bucks from japantrendshop.com. 80 bucks? Thats a small price to pay to save yourself from driving drunk… or Frank.

[ Etiquette Checker – Tells you the Cold Hard Truth copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]