80’s Cube ClockI'll be honest. I didn't like the Rubik's Cube. I also didn't like anyone who was good at solving the Rubik's Cube. But I do like this alarm clock. When you just twist the top, the display changes. Depending on which side you flip to, it shows the time, temperature, and date.
$22.00, Fred Flare
500XL Giant Earbud SpeakersBest. Speakers. Ever. Well, funniest, at least--I don't know about the sound quality. You can use these speakers, which are shaped like oversize iPod buds, for your computer or for sharing your MP3s with a wider audience. Just try to resist taking a picture of yourself holding these huge things to your ears as you casually bop to your iPod tunes.
$60.00, Fred Flare
Retro Block iPod SpeakerThis tiny 2.5-inch-wide speaker lets your share your tunes without having to let someone else put your earbuds in their ears (yuck). And--hello-- it looks like a Lego brick! They should include some extra Legos, so you can build it into a car when you aren't using the speaker.
$25.00, Fred Flare
Mouse LadybugThis ladybug computer mouse is pretty cute. Now you just need a mouse pad that looks like grass or flowers, and you can pretend that you are hanging out in a meadow instead of stuck at work. Or you could just forget nature all together and pretend you are at a disco, with this light up disco ball mouse and groovy mouse pad.
$34.95, Sam Flax
Candle Holder FlashlightIf the lights go out, this candlestick holder has all of your bases covered. It's also a nifty flashlight. (The LED bulb is underneath the base.) Plus, it's pretty handy if you need to take out Colonel Mustard in the Conservatory.
$40.00, Velocity Art and Design
The Attic Radio SpeakerThis vintage-inspired AM/FM radio is so freaking chic. It offers excellent sound quality and has a little jack in the back, so you can use it as a snazzy speaker for your iPod.
$98.00, Urban Outfitters
Ambient 7-Day Weather ForecasterFor people like me who are too rushed in the morning to check the weather forecast, this little device is so handy. It uses radio signals to wirelessly retrieve up-to-date weather forecasts from AccuWeather.com. The six-inch LCD display, which changes color based on the outdoor temperature, lists the seven-day forecast as well as pollen alerts and the UV index. Oh, and it's a clock too.
$199.95, Sharper Image
Self Portrait ArmYou should totally be a model. But until other people realize it, there's always this little device. Attach this arm to your camera and let loose with the self portraits. It also comes with a little tripod. And a not-so-fashionable belt clip.
$30.00, Urban Outfitters
RiteAlarm Triple Alarm ClockMy alarm clock died on me, so I recently bought this little battery-powered model. What's great is the "set it and forget it" type alarm function. You can set the alarm to go off at different times on weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Now I don't have to worry that the alarm will go off on Saturday morning or that I'll forget to set it on Sunday.
$14.99, Rayna Creations
Ear Muff HeadphonesIf you get the shakes when you go five minutes without listening to your iPod, check these out. These ear muffs with built-in headphones keep your ears warm while you rock out.
$30.00, Urban Outfitters
Hulger P*Phone and BaseJust because you have a Nokia and use Skype doesn't mean you can't have a princess phone. This phone, which comes four colors, plugs into your USB port, so you can use it for your VoIP calling. You can also plug the receiver right into your cell phone, if you want to be all fancy like that.
$115.00, 2Modern
Mood Light Shower RadioIf you need some backup vocals during your morning shower, I like the simplified design of these splash-proof radios. They come in three different colors, and each one is a little more than four inches tall.
$17.95, Wrapables
B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Laptop SpeakerMy laptop has crummy sound, so my boyfriend got me one of these speakers from JLab Audio. It's pretty amazing. The speaker itself is only about an inch tall and about three inches wide. It sits on an adjustible cable. It's very convenient and has pretty decent sound too.
$36.64, Amazon.com
iPod NanoI have one of the earlier Nanos, a bright fuchsia number that I adore. It's so little and amazing. Now the new Nano is calling to me. It's saying, "Wouldn't it be nice to watch episodes of Heroes and Top Chef on the subway?" You got me, Steve Jobs. Oh, and holds twice as many songs (8 GB worth).
$199.00, Apple Store
Angela Adams Scotia Laptop BagI like the cheery graphic print on this laptop bag. I also like that the strap has the same print on it (as opposed to, say, making the strap plain black like on most bags). Plus, it has some handy compartments for accessories and pens.
$150.00, Flight 001
