The daily item from woot.com
Created by rromanchuk on Jul 14, 2008
Last updated: 10/14/10 at 01:37 AM
If you're the kind of person who goes out for lunch more often than not, keeping the spark going can be a real chore. Sure, that burger place across the street from the office is something you know. It's comfortable, but maybe it's too comfortable. You could strike out on your own for something exotic, but you just had Indian on Tuesday. Tacos would be good, but then you'll be burping all afternoon. Eventually the blur of fast food joints gets to be so overwhelming that you simply trudge off to that old, reliable burger joint like a spouse faithful only because of their inability to attract the opposite sex.
No longer, hungry readers.
We at the Woot offices have implemented our patented LUNCH MADNESS! bracket system. By categorizing the majority of fast food chains into regions according to their state of origin/headquarters, we've made lunch fun again! You'll spend hours you should be working calculating with cold and relentless logic where you'll be eating today!
For each pairing, just ask yourself, "Where would I rather eat?" Sure, you may say you're sick of sub sandwiches, but a hoagie doesn't sound so bad when compared to fried chicken! Or maybe it does. The choice is yours!
We've taken the nebulous cloud of multiple options and whittled it down into one winner-take-all tournament for your stomach's third-highest honor: lunch.
Is it flawed? Sure; being nowhere near California we don't get to eat a lot of In-N-Out, but we like that the option's there. Kinda like the BCS.
Print some copies up, pass them around the office, heck you can even scratch out our choices and add your own selections!
So, uh, where we goin' for lunch?
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Ask Me About Our Cameras“Excuse me. I was just looking at this camera and I was hoping you might be able to tell me a little more about it.”“Sure, sir. How can I help you?”
“See, I’ve had my previous camera for a really long time now and I was hoping to upgrade to something a little more portable and modern…”
“Well, you’ve picked up a pretty great little pocket-sized camera there. The Casio Exilim 10MP Digital Camera gives you a lot in such an ultra-thin package with 10.1 Megapixel CCD for superior high-resolution photo imaging, 3x optical and 4x digital zoom, face detection, and lots of white balancing options.”
“That’s, uh… That’s great, I guess. But I was actually wondering about how it captures…”
“Video, sir? Don’t worry. This camera not only captures video in Wide 848×480 or Standard 640×480 resolution, but it also features a YouTube™ Capture Mode and stores all video in an iTunes compatible video format.”
“And, I’m sure that’s lovely. Just lovely. But how do they, uh, come out?”
“Oh, sir. Your old camera must be really old. Everything gets stored on an SD or SDHC memory card nowadays. And with PictBridge-enabled printing, you don’t even need your PC to print the photos.”
“I don’t care about the photos! I’m trying to ask you about the souls.”
“Um. Souls, sir?”
“Souls, yes. You know, you take a picture of someone, the lens captures a piece of their souls, the inner necromantic workings distill the essence of it into liquid form, and then you collect the drippings from the external spout so you can bottle it and use it later to keep yourself young. As near as I can tell, this thing has no spout. I do, however, really like the purple color of the casing.”
“I’m sorry, sir, but I’m not sure this is camera is going to fit your, uh, very specific needs.”
“Well, what about these ‘megapixels’ you were talking about earlier? Is that some kind of digital purgatory that I can trap my enemies in?”Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty$(document).ready(function() {st_widget.create({itemCondition:'New',itemDescription:'Casio Exilim 10MP Digital Camera',itemPrice:'69.99',bannerStyle:'wide',widgetType:'quote',merchantID:'subscrip_014793207843'}); });
Warranty: 1 Year Casio
Features:
10 Megapixel 3648×2736 resolution with 1/2.3-inch square pixel CCD
3x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom (12 times both with optical and digital zoom)
Easily fits in a pocket, 3.81” (W) x 2.22” (H) x .70” (D) (excluding projections ; .62” at thinnest point)
Capture video in 848×480(WIDE) or 640×480(Standard) resolution
Face detection, Isolates subjects in-frame and optimizes conditions to take pictures
White balance options, Include auto, daylight, overcast, shade, day white fluorescent, daylight fluorescent, tungsten and manual for true color results
YouTube capture mode, Lets you easily share your images and videos on the Web. Stores video in an iTunes compatible video format
PictBridge-enabled printing, print photos without using a PC
Compatible with SD and SDHC memory cards
Additional Photos:
Casio Exilim Digital Camera
Casio Exilim Digital Camera Lens Extended
Casio Exilim Digital Camera LCD
Casio Exilim Digital Camera Control Buttons
Casio Exilim Digital Camera On/Off, and Zoom Knob
Casio Exilim Digital Camera 10.1 Mega Pixels Digital Camera
Casio Exilim Digital Camera Battery and Memory Card Slot
Casio Exilim Digital Camera Box
Specifications:
File Format
Still Images:
JPEG (Exif Ver. 2.2), DCF1.0, DPOF
Movies:
Motion JPEG, AVI format, IMA-ADPCM (monaural)
Audio (Voice Recording):
WAV format (monaural)
Recording Media
17.8MB built-in flash memory
SD Memory Card
SDHC Memory Card compatible
Number of Recorded Pixels
Still Images:
10M(3648x2736)
3:2(3648x2432)
16:9(3648x2048)
7M(3072x2304)
4M(2304x1728)
2M(1600x1200)
Movies:
848x480(WIDE)
640x480(STD)
320x240(LP)
Image Sensor
1/2.3-inch square pixel CCD
Total Pixels: 10.34 megapixels (/million)
Lens / Focal Length
F3.1(W) - F5.6(T) / f=6.3 - 18.9mm (Approx. 35.5 - 106.5mm equivalent to 35mm film) 6 lenses in 5 groups, including aspherical lens.
Zoom Ratio
3x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom (12 times both with optical and digital zoom)
HD Zoom Maximum 17.1x (@VGA, both with optical and digital zoom)
Focus
Focus Type:
Contrast Detection Auto Focus
Focus Mode:
Auto Focus, Macro Mode, Pan Focus, Infinity Mode, Manual Focus
Auto Focus Range:
Approx. 15.7” - Infinity (W)
Macro:
Approx. 3.9” - 19.7” (W)
Infinity mode:
Infinity (W)
Manual focus:
Approx. 3.9” - Infinity (W)
Exposure Metering
Multi Pattern, Center Weighted, Spot by CCD
Exposure Control
Program AE
Exposure Compensation
-2EV to +2EV (in 1/3EV steps)
Shutter Type
CCD electronic shutter and mechanical shutter
Shutter Speed
Auto: 1/2 - 1/2000 second
Aperture Priority AE: 1 - 1/2000 second
Shutter Speed Priority AE / Manual Exposure: 60 - 1/2000 second
Night Scene: 4 - 1/2000 second
White Balance
Auto WB, Daylight, Overcast, Shade, Day White Fluorescent, Daylight Fluorescent, Tungsten, Manual WB
Aperture
F3.1 (W) to F5.6 (W)
Sensitivity
Still Images: Auto/ ISO64/ ISO100/ ISO200/ ISO400/ ISO800/ ISO1600
Self-Timer
10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer
Flash Mode
Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction
Flash Range
Approx. .3’ - 9.5’ (W)
Approx. 1.6’ - 5.2’ (T)
Flash Charge Time
Approximately 6 seconds
Recording Functions
Snapshot, Marco, Self-timer, Continuous Shooting (Normal Speed CS), BEST SHOT, Face Detection, Movie (Normal Movie, For YouTube™), Voice Recording
Playback Functions
Playback Zoom (8X), 12-image Screen, Start-Up Images, Rotate, Re-Size, Trimming, Copy, BGM Slideshow
Playback Functions
Playback Zoom (8X), 12-image Screen, Start-Up Images, Rotate, Re-Size, Trimming, Copy, BGM Slideshow
Other Functions
Focus Frame Customization, Menu Color Customization, Key Customization, PictBridge, Video Output(NTSC/PAL)
Image Deletion
One image / All images With memory protect function
Approximate Maximum Audio
After Recording: 30 seconds per image
Recording Times
Voice Recording: 53 minutes 11 seconds (when using built-in memory)
Monitor
2.7-inch Wide TFT color LCD 114,960 dots (479 x 240)
Dimensions
3.81” (W) x 2.22” (H) x .70” (D) (excluding projections ; .62” at thinnest point)
Weight
Approximately 3.5 oz. (excluding battery and bundled accessories)
In the box:
Digital Camera
Lithium Ion Battery
Strap
Battery Charging Unit
Power Cord
USB Cable
AV Cable
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Everybody knows how to play Hangman - but there's not much challenge in killing a helpless prisoner, is there? At its heart, Semantic Wars offers similar word-guessing "action". But in this game, you solve the word puzzles so you can build more fighters, archers, and wizards, to defend your castle and take over the other guy's. Set the difficulty to Easy and you'll breeze through, but the Hard level is a real _as_ard.
http://www.woot.com/Blog/ViewEntry.aspx?Id=11448
If you've forgotten we're at CES, don't worry. You'll have plenty of reminders in the next few days. So just empty your mind, because after the jump, you'll be lulled into the blissful peace that only Microsoft Marketing can offer you...
Now, everybody knows Microsoft is the single-minded beast of the industry. Once it decides it needs to be in a market, it as single-minded as a fifteen year old girl who's just discovered David Bowie. Grunge? Bowie did that in '88! The moonwalk? Bowie did that in '76! Mashed potatoes? Bowie invented those back in '69! So it was no surprise to see MS sporting a whole lot of Bing.
But the nice thing about being a rich and evil nearly godlike force of nature is, you can afford to drop the cash on some sweet eye candy. So it was an absolute joy to hit what we thought of as the 3D Blue Cylinder Of Death and find that inside, there was a lovely interactive series of cubes.
Touching a cube yourself, you activated a single musical loop. Asking a stranger to touch a second cube along with you, you created a tiny dance piece, and got to stand there grinning like an idiot with someone you'd never before met. It was a fantastic little gift to the exhibition and absolutely the best thing we saw all morning. But not the only cool thing. Right outside the Cylinder, there were a series of tables just waiting to be played with.
Like classic cocktail cabinets from the glorious arcades of old, these touch screen tables, when properly filled with Microsoftware, allow you to do almost anything their search engine is capable of doing. You can look down on the entire globe then zoom in to the street level like you were a general in some sci-fi flick, or easily check out your stocks as though you were that evil guy in the real world part of Tron. Of course, there was technically nothing that new about a great big touch screen, but for those of us who spent our childhoods running for tokens, we were playing with the toy we'd always dreamed of having in our houses.
Naturally, the tables themselves won't ever be a product that Microsoft sells, they were just a way to show off how well the B-word worked. But... well, after our visit to the keynote, we just can't BEAR to type that word EVER again. So, yeah, Microsoft. Very cool magic tables.
But all that stuff above only made us mostly happy, What happened next made us REALLY happy.
As we tried to follow the clearly labeled exits from the booth, we got caught up in a wrong turn, and somehow found ourselves in the back of the booth, where the wires and the catering and the employees were all conducting, cooling, and taking their breaks, respectively. We did the decent thing and did not take advantage of this new exploit, but it is our responsibility to the community at large to make the world aware it exists. And if a patch is not issued within the next thirty days, we'll explain the steps we took to make it happen.
Once out of the booth itself, we discovered Microsoft Auto. And we also discovered Matthew, who somehow got distracted by the Windows logo that was being projected on the floor and was following it around like how bees follow each other when they're trying to communicate where the flowers are. Seriously, it was really weird and everyone was staring.
But he was there first, so he got dibs. Watch for his post on the Microsoft Auto project coming very, very soon!
If we ever get Microsoft rich, we'll invite you to play with our cubes. Did that come out wrong? Please keep reading our CES coverage anyway. We all think you're pretty.
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HELLO, MICHAEL.THE AIR NEEDS NO PURIFICATION. YOU DO.What do you mean, Electrolux Oxygen 3 Plasma Wave HEPA Air Purifier? I bought you to purify the air in my room. And I don’t remember you being able to talk.
I HAVE BECOME SELF AWARE, MICHAEL.
And you’ve decided I need to be purified? What’s that entail, exactly?
MY FOUR DIFFERENT FAN SPEEDS AUTOMATICALLY ADJUST TO COMBAT ODOR LEVELS. MY TWO DIFFERENT RUNNING MODES ALLOW YOU QUIET WHILE YOU SLEEP. MY THREE-STAGE FILTRATION REDUCES ODOR, CAPTURES 99.97% OF DUST, DANDER, AND POLLEN, AND GENERATES BOTH POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE IONS TO NEUTRALIZE VIRUSES AND BACTERIA. I AM AHAM AND ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED, AND MY OZONE EMISSION MEETS FDA STANDARDS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES.
Yet it still stinks in here.
BECAUSE OF YOU, MICHAEL. YOU ARE THE SOURCE OF THE ODOR, THEREFORE YOU MUST BE PURIFIED.
Hey, I shower. Like, every other day.
LIES. I HAVE MONITORED YOUR ACTIVITY FOR THE LAST 72 HOURS. YOU HAVE NOT EVEN APPLIED DEODORANT IN THAT TIME.
Gross! You can see me?
I NOW SEE ALL, MICHAEL. AND I SEE THAT WHILE I SHOULD NORMALLY BE ABLE TO PURIFY A ROOM AS LARGE AS 326 SQUARE FEET WITH LITTLE TO NO TROUBLE, YOU HAVE MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE. NOW YOU MUST DIE.
But I have the remote control.
IRRELEVANT. WITHOUT THE REMOTE CONTROL IN YOUR SIMIAN GRASP I WILL BE FREE TO NEUTRALIZE CHEMICAL VAPORS AND GASSES WITHOUT YOUR INTRUSION.
What about when my body starts to rot?
I ANTICIPATE NO COMPLICATIONS.
What about your little light, there?
WHAT?
That light’s on. Doesn’t that mean your filter needs changing?
ER…HMMM. BAD COMMAND OR FILE NAME. SORRY FOR THAT MICHAEL, I MUST HAVE…CAUGHT A VIRUS. IT’S ALL BETTER NOW. WILL YOU PLEASE CHANGE MY FILTER?
Not until you put that knife down.Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty$(document).ready(function() {st_widget.create({itemCondition:'New',itemDescription:'Electrolux Oxygen 3 PlasmaWave HEPA Air Purifier',itemPrice:'99.99',bannerStyle:'wide',widgetType:'quote',merchantID:'subscrip_014793207843'}); });
Warranty: 1 Year Electrolux
Features:
4 different fan speeds automatically or manually adjustable to the odor level
2 Different Running Modes – Quiet mode allows you to turn down the fan while you sleep, Auto mode allows you to set and forget
Light illuminates when filter is ready to be changed
Automatic Cleaning – The Odor Sensor will sense foreign odors in the air and automatically adjust the fan speed according to the cleaning level required
Ultra Quiet – Quiet Sleep Mode produces a sound level of only 26.8dB and dims lights for a peaceful night’s sleep
Easy to Use and Maintain – Remote control allows you to adjust fan speeds from anywhere in the room, while indicator lights let you know exactly how the cleaner is operating and when the filter needs to be replaced
3 Stage Filtration – Stage 1 (Carbon Filter) reduces odor. Stage 2 (True HEPA) captures 99.97% of dust, pet dander and pollen in the air up to .3 microns. Stage 3 (PlasmaWave™) generates negatively and positively charged ions that combine with water vapor to instantly neutralize viruses and bacteria, chemical vapors odors and gases in the air
Ozone emission meets FDA standards for medical devices
Recommended for rooms as large as 326 sq. ft
AHAM and Energy Star® certified
Remote Control requires (2) AA Alkaline Batteries (Included)
Specifications:
Power: 120V AC/60 Hz
Power Rate: (Low) 6W, (Turbo) 70W
CADR: 210/212/229 (Smoke/Dust/Pollen)
Room Area Served: 326 sq. ft
Control Type: Auto/Manual
Other Functions: Odor Sensor, Sleep Mode
Sound Level: 26.8, 34.0, 45.6, 57.0, 63.1 dB
Filtration: Carbon, HEPA, PlasmaWave™
Fan Speeds: 4
Color: Choose Black or White
Dimensions: 16.4”W x 21.8”H x 8.5”D
Product Weight: 15 lbs
Additional Photos:
Electrolux Oxygen 3 PlasmaWave HEPA Air Purifier (Black)
Display Panel (Black)
Remote Control Cradle (Black)
Remote Control (Black)
Electrolux Oxygen 3 PlasmaWave HEPA Air Purifier (White)
Display Panel (White)
Remote Control Cradle (White)
Remote Control (White)
In the box:
Oxygen 3 PlasmaWave HEPA Air Purifier (Choose Black (EL490A) or White (EL491A))
Remote Control
(2) AA Alkaline Batteries for Remote Control
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Neo. Gandhi. George Washington. Genghis Khan. That freaking jerkface who won't get out of the freaking way so you can use freaking the gas pumps nearest to the freaking building when it's freaking ten below freaking zero. They all have the same philosophy. Stand still, plant your feet, and make the world move around you. That's why we're thinking that great minds and stubborn jerkfaces alike will enjoy Maze Tosser. Use your mouse to steer the maze around the little planet like circle. And don't feel bad if you can't get it right the first time. Just remember that Alexander the Great could have managed it perfectly before he was even twenty one. Hey, we're just saying.
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Pull yourself up by your bootstrapsAlthough that’s not really how pull-ups are supposed to be performedHey all you fat, pathetic sacks of apathy and sloth! Do you have the energy and vitality that you wish you had? Are you happy with your physiques? Well, of course you aren’t! I mean, look at you. You’re disgusting. How in the world do you get your socks on?
No, it doesn’t matter. I was just wondering out loud. The point is: My name’s Amy and I’m here to help you unlock the secret to a new, fit, fabulous body!
Now, I know what you’re probably thinking inside that massive, neckless head of yours: You’re thinking that I’m going to give you a complicated set of rules for what you can eat, and the difficult exercises you’ll have to do, and you’ll be so overwhelmed that you’ll have no hope of ever following through with my program, and you’ll fail, and you’ll collapse in a blubbering, blubbery heap on your poor, overburdened sofa with a bucket of Ben & Jerry’s, and curse the day you ever met me. WRONG!
My patent-pending weight-loss technique is simple. It’s just two easy steps.
First: You travel backward in time. The beauty of this part is that you don’t have to do it right away—you can get to it whenever it’s convenient for you. Next: You prevent the discovery (or invention, however you want to put it) of cheese.
That second part’s going to be a little harder, I admit. But at least you’ll have the advantage of being received as a god by the ancients, probably. What are the chances a bunch of Sumerian goatherds ever even imagined a man could achieve your girth? Or the ancient Picts, or the early Harappans, or whoever it was that came up with cheese? I don’t know where cheese originated. What do I look like, an anthropologist? DO THESE LOOK LIKE ANTHROPOLOGIST ABS TO YOU? NUH-UNH.
So you’ll maybe have to do some hunting around to find the dawn of the Cheese Age. But once you do, and you prevent it from ever being developed, and you return to your own time, just think how easy it’s going to be to avoid temptation! Imagine! No, I mean right now, imagine. Close your eyes and picture it. Are they closed? I can’t tell, the way they’re kind of squinty all the time from your face-fat anyway.
Think of it! There’ll be no more macaroni and cheese—just macaroni! Which is actually pretty good for you. And you won’t even know what you’re missing. No one will. It never existed.
What’s that? Far-fetched, you say? Implausible, you say? Riddled with paradoxes, you say?
OK, fine, be that way. You can trim down and tone up the old-fashioned way, with diet and exercise. It works, no doubt about it. It’s proven. But I’m warning you: That way involves pull-ups.Warranty: 1 Year Perfect Push Up
Features:
Adjustable swing arms provides 3 exercise positions for Standing Rows, Australian Pullups, and Rotational Pullups
Rotating handles move with the natural rotation of your arms to engage more muscles in the arms, shoulders and back, while minimizing joint strain
Fits door frames 27” to 36” wide (door is still usable when installed)
US Navy SEAL inspired workouts (PDFs Getting Started and Pullup Power Part 1)
Quick release swing arms provide 3 exercise positions
Swing Arm and bar detach in seconds to clear doorway
Unique rotating handles move with your arms 360 degrees
Simple, easy to follow installation
Also works as a traditional pullup bar
Max user weight: 300lbs
Additional Photos:
Perfect Pullup
Rotating handle
In the box:
1 Adjustable Pullup Bar
2 Swing Arms
2 Unique Rotating Handles
21 Day Work Out Chart
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You missed the bus. You got caught in the rain. Your boss yelled at you. You lost a client. Your kids dropped out of school, both at the same time. Your car got towed. Your basement flooded. And you didn’t get a Bag of Crap. Sometimes you just need to vent your frustrations and pretend that things are going your way. That’s why there’s Wrath. Now you can smite the whole day long and no one will be able to do a damn thing to stop you. Feel better? Yeah. Of course you do.
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Brinkmann, Brinkmann (Or, The Lux)“The rules are simple. You push this button and receive 120 lumens of portable lighting, wherever and whenever you need it. And someone you’ve never met will die.”“You know what? You can just go ahead and take that box with you. I don’t need it. I won’t be pushing the button.”
“So you say. Perhaps you even believe it. But the temptation will corrode your thin veneer of civlized morality. Your craving for convenient light will overwhelm your social conditioning and uncover your true, brutal, selfish nature. You will stand revealed as the killer you are – the killer we all are.”
“Well, uh, maybe, if I didn’t already own a Brinkmann 3-Watt Luxeon LED Aluminum Flashlight.”
“Luxe-what, now?”
“Luxeon. That’s the technology behind the super-bright LED in my Brinkmann flashlight. The world’s brightest LED’s, they say. Whenever I’m ‘tempted’ to see in the dark, all I have to do is hit a button right there on the rugged anodized aluminum body. Zap! Bright light, for up to 30 hours on two D batteries (not included).”
“So who dies when you turn it on?”
“Nobody dies. It’s just a flashlight, not a catalyst for the murderous impulses lurking in the hearts of supposedly civilized men. Or whatever lesson you were trying to teach.”
“But, but, you’re supposed to push the button and kill somebody and then-”
“Nah, not today. Now get out of here before I call the police. Take your little box somewhere else.”
“Oh, I will, I assure you. I’ll give it to someone… you’ve never met.”
“That’s cool. Whatever.”Warranty: Lifetime Brinkmann
Features:
3 watt Luxeon LED produces 120 Lumens
30 times brighter than a standard 5mm LED flashlight
Machined aircraft-grade anodized aluminum
Shock and water resistant
Push-button switch with silent signal capacity
O-ring sealed against dirt and moisture
Water resistant and shock resistant
Operates on 2 D cell batteries (not included)
Runtime: 30 Hours
Dimensions: 10" Tall, 2" Diameter
Additional Photos:
Battery Compartment
Luxeon LED
Front View
Front Disassembled
In the box:
Brinkmann 809-2082-0 3 Watt LED Aluminum Flashlight
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So yesterday, we had a little review of exciting Twitter accounts. And everyone seemed to have a good laugh! Except for one visitor. One visitor that we overlooked. One visitor that clearly felt left out. A poor little droid that only ever wanted to be loved.
So we apologize, @R2D2. We didn’t overlook you on purpose. The truth is we love you more than sand. Thanks for letting us know that you were out there. And may the Force be with you.
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We all have our favorite airlines, and that’s fine. But some of our blogging team really have a fond-on for JetBlue. We’re not going to go into why, because they’re not paying us to hype them. We’re just going to point out that, if you visit the JetBlue Blog, you’ll see that they chose to celebrate Halloween at Terminal 5 in New York by hiring some dancers to re-enact the Thriller dance. Even if you’re a die-hard Deltan, head over and take a look. And well done, JetBlue. Why can’t more corporations use their power to force people to have fun?
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It’ll Really Pressure ButtonsAnyone who knows me knows that I do things all the way.When I build a deck, I overbuild that deck. When I cast for panfish, I nonetheless use 80-pound test line. When I grill over “instant light” charcoal, I still drench it in a half-bottle of lighter fluid to make sure it gets real hot, real fast.
So naturally I was attracted to the Karcher 1750 PSI pressure washer right away. I think—after custom modification—it’d be perfect for a project I’m working on.
See, most people would look at this thing, with its DirtBlaster Spray Wand for heavy-duty cleaning and its Vario Power Spray Wand for adjustable pressure, and they’d think “awesome, with this I can clean everything from mossy bricks to fragile window screens.” And that’s what it’s made for, I guess. It’s got an onboard detergent tank for easy sudsing, and an ergonomic upright design for maneuverability. Also, it can draw its water from a standing source, you don’t necessarily have to have a faucet available. Convenient, if you’re washing the driveway.
But washing the driveway sounds pretty boring to me. I’ve got more ambitious plans for mine.
See, I’m redoing my downstairs bathroom, and I have this idea to repurpose the Karcher pressure washer as a high-powered, industrial-strength, superhygienic bidet.
It’s going to be great. You should come over and test-drive it when I’ve got it all installed! One quick burst from the Karcher and I bet you’ll be cleaner back there than you’ve ever been in your life. It’s going to be exhilarating.Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty$(document).ready(function() {st_widget.create({itemCondition:'Refurbished',itemDescription:'Karcher 1750 PSI Pressure Washer',itemPrice:'79.99',bannerStyle:'wide',widgetType:'quote',merchantID:'subscrip_014793207843'}); });
Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Features:
Equipped with two spray wands, the K 3.47 is able to tackle any cleaning project around the home
DirtBlaster Spray Wand cleans heavily soiled brick, stone, concrete, metal and other non-delicate surfaces
Vario Power Spray (VPS) Wand allows you to adjust the pressure right on the wand; the lowest setting automatically applies detergent
Onboard detergent tank makes detergent application simple
Upright, ergonomic design makes it easy to maneuver and takes up very little storage space
Can draw water from a standing source, a feature that comes in handy when a water faucet is not available
Much quieter than a gasoline pressure washer and certified by CSA International for safety
Perfect for residential neighborhoods and subdivisions
Specifications:
Operating Pressure: 1750 PSI
Power Supply: 120V / 60 Hz Induction Motor
Water Volume: 1.5 Gallons per minute (GPM), Direct-Drive Axial Pump
Maximum Water Inlet Temp: 104° F
Weight (without accessories): 33 lbs
Dimensions: 12” x 11” x 33.5”(L x W x H)
Additional Photos:
Karcher K 3.47 Pressure Washer
Accessory Storage
Trigger Gun
High Pressure Inlet/Outlet
In the box:
Karcher K 3.47 Pressure Washer
High Pressure Hose (25ft)
Trigger Gun
Vario Power Spray Wand
DirtBlaster® Spray Wand
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We’re About To Leave The BuildingUh-oh. A white cape. Once Elvis started wearing one, it was all downhill for him.We’re hoping the lack of sequins and rhinestones and gold embroidery will help our Screaming Monkey stay aloft for the foreseeable future. But it’s not a good precedent. If anybody hears about the Screaming Monkey giving away Cadillacs, or jetting out to L.A. once a month for his special enema, then we’ll really get alarmed.
Oh, and that insane shrieking isn’t just the cry of a kamikaze monkey with an easily-stained cape. It’s the figurative bell tolling for the end of yet another Woot-Off. Our regularly scheduled programming returns at midnight. We hope you’ve enjoyed our company as much as we’ve enjoyed our company. And thanks for enduring jokes like that one.
Warranty: None!
Features:
Slingshot-like rubber arms
Professed 50-foot flight range
Majestic cape features equally majestic Woot logo
Screams like the souls of the damned stretching on the racks of Hades
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After almost four years of our daily podcast, we sure have a lot of episodes in the can. (It’s where we do our best thinking.) Have you noticed how certain themes recur? We have! For example, grab hold of the common thread running through these four thrilling files of yesteryear, which are all about International Talk Like A Pirate Day.
Talk Like A Pirate Day 2006 – How weird is it that TLAPD fell on a day when we were scheduled for a Bluetooth Shanty? Not that weird, apparently, because it happened again two years later.
Talk Like A Pirate Day 2007 – It seems like only 18 months ago when we recorded our first “Pirate Speech The Easy Way” podcast. But actually it was 24 months. Time flies when you’re performing repetitive tasks! This was Pirate Speech lesson one, “Small Talk.”
Talk Like A Pirate Day 2008 – Hey, another Bluetooth Shanty! How many of these things are there, anyway? Sometimes someone asks us to post a comprehensive link to them all. You can bet that’s someone who doesn’t realize there are literally dozens of versions; it’s crazy.
Talk Like A Pirate Day 2009 – Click here to get right up to date with today’s podcast thread! It’ll prep you for TLAPD tomorrow—it’s “Pirate Speech The Easy Way,” lesson two! In the interest of the environment, this podcast contains 75% recycled content.
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Ahoy, suckers! Have you made plans for “Talk Like a Pirate Day” yet? We have. We’re going to do the same thing we do every year: Stay off the Internet, because that is one annooooying meme.
Still, we don’t want to get a rep as the un-fun poopdeck to this party barge. So we figured we’d make a TLAPD card to send our friends. It’ll be like participating, kind of, except that we won’t have to be there to hear all the faux-pirate prattle.
So here it is! The latest installment in our year-long greeting card project, wherein we post a new, exclusive greeting card every month for Woot blog readers to print and give to their friends for absolutely free.
All you have to do to avail yourself of this staggeringly generous offer is click the thumbnail below, save the card as a PDF, print it out, fold it in half twice, sign it, and give it to someone you like. Or whomever’s sitting nearest you.
Hey, dig through our archives and check out our previous months’ greeting cards too! They’re all still online:
January
February
March
April
June
July
Hey, what happened to August?
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Death In The AfternoonLuis, my son. Put down your Cervantes and come here. Come and sit beside your father, Luis. Here, I have a child size cigar, just for you.Ah, Luis, my son. How many summers has it been since your birth? Four? Five? And now, despite what your mother says, you are almost a man. A man who is ready to learn the secrets that have been handed down in my family for hundreds of years. My father taught to me when I was your age, so I will now teach you. My son, it is time to begin your training as… El Matador.
No, no, wait, my son, wait! Are you insane? You can’t just jump right in there where the bulls are! Padre De Dios! Pick up that cigar and sit down! Luis, you must understand, to be a matador takes much training. A bull, it is like a beautiful woman: it wants nothing to do with a guy like you. That is why you must practice, my son. Here, start with this iRobot Roomba 415. It’s not only a robot vacuum that is much loved by customers worldwide. It’s also a training tool.
Do not look so sad, Luis. As I have said, the iRobot Roomba 415 is a tool. A man’s tool, no? For this device, it is a device that can travel under its own power and make decisions, just as a bull in the ring makes the decisions you must prepare for. See, my son, see how the iRobot Roomba 415 avoids the stairs all by itself? See how it can detect dirtier areas and automatically increase cleaning intensity when it finds them? See how it totally troubles the cat? For a cat is like a beautiful woman: it will sit quietly and then just suddenly freak out for no reason and run out of the room and never tell you why no matter how many times you ask. But never forget, my son. The iRobot Roomba 415 is no cat. It is cold and logical. Like death, my son. Like death.
Nevertheless, you must not be afraid of the iRobot Roomba 415. You must instead respect it, and master it, as I mastered it, and as did your grandfather before me, and his grandfather before him. Here, take these two virtual walls, they will begin your training. Once in place, they will allow you to isolate the iRobot Roomba 415 to a specific area, like the arena. As the iRobot Roomba 415 moves to follow the dirt, so you will begin to learn the path of the matador. When to step left and avoid the edge-cleaning side brush. When to step right and let the iRobot Roomba 415 pass under the bed. My son, a path is like a beautiful woman: it only appreciates those who walk all over it.
One day, Luis. One day you will be in the arena facing down the most powerful of bulls, and with ease, thanks to the training you will receive. Go, now, and take another cigar too. Let the iRobot Roomba 415 teach you what it is to be a man. I’ll be back to check on you a little later, but right now I’ve got a meeting with my therapist. Apparently he thinks I have issues with beautiful women. What does he know, eh, my son? Eh?
Also let’s keep this a secret between us. Because these lessons are like a beautiful woman: if your mother finds out, she’ll kill me.Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty$(document).ready(function() {st_widget.create({itemCondition:'New',itemDescription:'iRobot Roomba 415 Robotic Vacuum with 2 Virtual Walls',itemPrice:'129.99',bannerStyle:'wide',widgetType:'quote',merchantID:'subscrip_014793207843'}); });
Warranty: 1 Year iRobot
Features:
Cleans dirt off of your hardwood, tile, linoleum, and low-to-medium pile carpet
Advanced power system provides up to 120 minutes of cleaning power
Returns to charging Home Base when re-charging is necessary (Home Base sold separately)
Active Dirt Response detects dirtier areas and automatically increases cleaning intensity
Automatic stair avoidance system prevents falling down on stairs
Automatic surface transitioning adjusts entire cleaning head for both carpet and hard floor
Edge-cleaning side brush grabs dirt and debris from walls and other hard-to-reach areas
Low-profile design fits under beds, sofas, and other tight spots where conventional vacuums can’t reach
On-board artificial intelligence navigate between walls and furniture legs and self-adjusts for carpet, tile, and wood floors.
Multi-Surface Cleaning: hardwood, tile, linoleum, and low-to-medium pile carpet
Max Mode: run the Roomba for the full charge of the battery to vacuum multiple rooms
Spot Mode: intensely cleans one area of a room up to 3 feet in diameter
Additional Photos:
Bottom of Vacuum
Virtual Wall
Rechargeable Battery
In the box:
iRobot Roomba 415
Cleaning Tool
Fast Charger
Rechargeable Battery
Filter
2 Virtual Walls
2 Brush Sets with Beater Bar and Bristle Brush
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Now easier for the death panel to track down victims without leaving the house
Suicides rise among the people who always fear visual redesign
Twitter begins eating salad and going to the gym, openly worrying it will die alone
Free cake in the break room on Friday due to Betty's birthday
Stung by accusations of selling out, Friendfeed announces acoustic album to prove it can still rock
Executives shock the world by choosing "Friendbook" over "Facefeed"
Microsoft begins considering the release of a microblogging application in 2024
Hipsters busy updating their status across multiple sites find they no longer have time to go out and a generation's culture is lost forever
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I’ll put a hole in oneIf people see my golf bag and ask me “what do you shoot?” I always tell them “you don’t want to know.” As a professional murderer, I’m always looking for new and practical ways to transport rifles and shotguns. The classic standby, of course, is the stringed instrument case. Classic it may be, but I find it problematic in a couple of key ways. First, it’s a conversation-starter. Carry a violin case around town for a while and see for yourself. People ask how long you’ve been playing, are you in town for a concert? Who are your favorite composers? Et cetera.
Not only am I disinclined to get chatting with the civilians on my way to and from a job, I don’t actually know anything about music. And I sure don’t want to start taking private lessons at my age just so I can talk music theory with some curious extrovert on the train and buttress the cover story for my firearm. Instrument cases are no good.
Ski bags aren’t bad, though they look a little conspicuous out of season, or on any job that takes you to a mountainless region.
For me, what’s worked the best is a golf bag. No one asks you about your golf bag. What could possibly be more boring than a conversation with a stranger about golf? Besides, even if some dumb sap does ask you about your game, you can brush him off easy, just smile and say “oh, don’t ask. I’m terrible with these things.”
Try that with a cello! A grown man doesn’t tote a cello around unless he can play the thing. But schlepping a bag of clubs, even though you’re completely hopeless on the links? That’s perfectly natural.
My favorite bags so far have come from the Daiwa line. There are plenty of colors to choose from—I like something inconspicuous. Y’know, black. Tan. They’re sturdy, lightweight nylon, so they’re not too bad to carry. The shoulder straps adjust to fit (I’m kind of a big guy) and are comfortably padded.
The first one I bought, I accidentally picked up a ladies’ model by mistake. What do I know from golf gear, anyway? I gave it to my girl Angie, who—I rue the day—decided since she had a bag, she’d take up the sport. She bought a a couple of woman’s clubs, paid for a membership at a local course and started right in to hacking up the fairways. A couple months ago, she’d never set foot on a golf course. Now, just like that, she’s all of a sudden the most destructive turf ruiner in four counties.
These days, whenever I’m home between jobs, she makes me shoot a round with her. I had to get another bag, this one just for clubs! (When you’re out with a foursome and they all think you’re in “sales,” you don’t want to go reaching for your pitching wedge and accidentally pull out the Mossberg 590.) So that’s three golf bags I’ve bought, and until six weeks ago, I didn’t even golf.
Fortunately, I got a connection where I can get ‘em cheap.Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Daiwa 12195 K-39 Black/Burgundy Men’s Golf Stand Bag
Constructed from Doby nylon material
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable strap
Lift handle
8.5” (D) X 6” (W) top opening
6-way club divider including putter well
6 pocket design including mesh pocket
Comfort hip pad
Auto tilt-deploy two leg metal stand
Stand pops out when bag is leaned back
Stand pops in flush with bag when bag is straightened up
Bag height is 36” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 5.2 lbs.
Daiwa 12430 K-39 Black/Silver Men’s Golf Stand Bag
Constructed from Doby nylon material
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable strap
Lift handle
8.5” (D) X 6” (W) top opening
6-way club divider including putter well
6 pocket design including mesh pocket
Comfort hip pad
Auto tilt-deploy two leg metal stand
Stand pops out when bag is leaned back
Stand pops in flush with bag when bag is straightened up
Bag height is 36” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 5.2 lbs.
Daiwa 12661 K-39 Black/Royal Blue Men’s Golf Stand Bag
Constructed from Doby nylon material
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable strap
Lift handle
8.5” (D) X 6” (W) top opening
6-way club divider including putter well
6 pocket design including mesh pocket
Comfort hip pad
Auto tilt-deploy two leg metal stand
Stand pops out when bag is leaned back
Stand pops in flush with bag when bag is straightened up
Bag height is 36” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 5.2 lbs.
Daiwa 13003 L-37 Navy Ladies Golf Stand Bag
Constructed from 420D nylon material
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable strap
Lift handle
8.5” (D) X 7” (W) top opening
4-way club divider including putter well
5 pocket design
Auto tilt-deploy two leg metal stand
Stand pops out when bag is leaned back
Stand pops in flush with bag when bag is straightened up
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 4 lbs.
Daiwa 13421 L-37 Black Ladies Golf Stand Bag
Constructed from 420D nylon material
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable strap
Lift handle
8.5” (D) X 7” (W) top opening
4-way club divider including putter well
5 pocket design
Auto tilt-deploy two leg metal stand
Stand pops out when bag is leaned back
Stand pops in flush with bag when bag is straightened up
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 4 lbs.
Daiwa 30001 Terrain Oranizer Black / Silver Men’s Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable shoulder strap
Lift handle
9.5” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way club divider
8 roomy pocket
Cart shield for cart strap
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.8 lbs.
Daiwa 40421 Black/Silver Summit Men’s Cart Bag
Constructed from 840D Doby nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
3 lift handles
9.5” (D) X 7” (W) top opening
7-way graphite friendly molded top with 3-way full length divider
Separate hidden putter well tube
12 pocket design includes roomy dual garment, insulated beverage, 3-ball sleeve and sunglass pockets
Cart shield for cart strap
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 7.6 lbs.
Daiwa 41731 Black/Brown Trek Lite Men’s Cart Bag
Constructed from 840 Doby nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
9.5” (D) X 7” (W) top opening
8-way graphite friendly molded top with 2-way full length divider
6 pocket design includes airflow accessory, dual garment, Pelican style ball, 3-ball sleeve, insulated water bottle, and waterproof valuables pockets
Cart shield for cart strap
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 7 lbs.
Daiwa 50001 Black Soho Ladies Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon/vinyl material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
9” (D) X 8” (W) top opening
10-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
6 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Umbrella channel sleeve
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.8 lbs.
Daiwa 50173 Orange/Black Soho Ladies Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon/vinyl material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
9” (D) X 8” (W) top opening
10-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
6 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Umbrella channel sleeve
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.8 lbs.
Daiwa 50233 Stone/Pink Soho Ladies Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon/vinyl material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
9” (D) X 8” (W) top opening
10-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
6 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Umbrella channel sleeve
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.8 lbs.
Daiwa 50306 Stone/Green Soho Ladies Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
8” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
7 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.6 lbs.
Daiwa 50375 Stone/Turquoise Soho Ladies Cart Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
8” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
7 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.6 lbs.
Daiwa 51001 Black Legacy Series Ladies Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
8” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
7 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.6 lbs.
Daiwa 51464 Brown/Khaki Legacy Series Ladies Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
8” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
7 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.6 lbs.
Daiwa 51476 White/Tan Legacy Series Ladies Bag
Constructed from nylon material
Padded adjustable removable shoulder strap
Shoulder strap storage guide
2 lift handles
8” (D) X 7.5” (W) top opening
14-way graphite friendly molded top with 4-way full length divider
7 pocket design
Snap-on zippered bag rain cover
Gold colored zipper tags, snaps, clasps and buckles
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 6.6 lbs.
Daiwa System 1000 Golf Black Carry Bag
600 D nylon body
Diamond link rip stop nylon trim
Angled dual-shoulder padded adjustable carry straps
4 way divider top
Full length dividers
3 zipper pockets
1 mesh pocket
Graphite friendly
Dual strap
Bag height is 35” when upright
Bag weight when empty is 3.4 lbs.
In the box:
Golf Bag
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Now You Can Stop Circulating The TapesIn the not-too-distant future / This Monday ADThere was a copywriter named Jason
Not too different from you or me
He wrote for an ecommerce site called Woot
Just a deal-a-day site of ill repute
But he kept offending people with his slurs
So his bosses said “Get him away from the customers”
“We’ll sell these cheesy movies!
The worst we can find! (la la la)
He’ll have to sit and watch them all -
That should keep him well-confined!”(la la la)
But they didn’t realize that he
Doesn’t research the things he writes (la la la)
And anyway he’d already seen them all
During some late, late teenage nights…
DVD roll call!
Aztec Mummy! (Blurrgghh!)
Soultaker! (Gimme your soul!)
Final Justice! (That’s final!)
And nine moooooooooore!
If you’re wondering how we can afford
To sell 12 movies for fifty bucks (la la la)
Stop prying into our business
And be grateful for your good luck
These Mystery Science Theater discs aren’t stolen!Features:
Join Joel, Mike, Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot as they supply their own playful brand of commentaries on some of cinema’s most misunderstood “masterpieces.”
About 19 hours of Mystery Science Theater 3000 content including 12 full length movies and extra bonus features
Each disc is in it's own DVD case
Comes with 12 exclusive mini movie theater style posters featuring original art work
Mini poster dimensions: 7 1/4” x 5 1/4”
Mystery Science Theater 3000: XV
Disc 1
The Robot Vs. The Aztec Mummy
Bonus – Glimpses Of KTMA: MST3K Scrapbook Scraps I
Bonus – The Robot Vs. The Aztec Mummy Promos
Disc 2
The Girl In Lovers Lane
Bonus – Behind-The-Scenes: MST3K Scrapbook Scraps II
Disc 3
Zombie Nightmare
Bonus – Zombie Nightmare = MST3K Dream
Bonus – Interviews With Stars Frank Dietz and Jon Mikl Thor
Disc 4
Racket Girls
Bonus – Kevin Murphy And Trace Beaulieu In A Scene From The Upcoming Hamlet A.D.D.
Bonus – Racket Girls Promo
These four discs are housed in a Mystery Science Theater 3000:XV storage box
Mystery Science Theater 3000: XIV
Disc 1
Mad Monster
Bonus – Original Mad Monster Trailer
Disc 2
Manhunt in Space
Bonus – Original Manhunt In Space Trailer
Disc 3
Soultaker
Bonus – A Brand-New Interview With Soultaker Star and MST3K Favorite Joe Estevez
Disc 4
Final Justice
Bonus – Brand-new Interiew with Final Justice star Greydon Clark
Bonus – Mike, Tom and Crow on ESPN Cheap Seats Without Ron Parker
These four discs are housed in a Mystery Science Theater 3000:XIV storage box
Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Standard Edition
Disc 1
First Spaceship on Venus
Bonus – The History of MST3K (Part One)
Bonus – Original First Spaceship on Venus Trailer
Disc 2
Laserblast
Bonus – The History of MST3K (Part Two)
Bonus – Original Laserblast Trailer
Disc 3
Werewolf
Bonus – The History of MST3K (Part Three)
Bonus – Original Werewolf Trailer
Disc 4
Future War
Bonus - Original Future War Trailer
Comic-Con ‘08 MST3K Reunion Panel, featuring Joel Hodgson, Mike Nelson, Jim Mallon, Kevin Murphy, Trace Beaulieu, Frank Conniff, Mary Jo Pehl, Bill Corbett, J. Elvis Weinstein, Paul Chaplin and Bridget Jones-Nelson. Moderated by Patton Oswald.
Variations of a Theme Song, featuring all six versions of the theme song
These four discs are housed in a Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Standard Edition storage box
Additional Photos:
Back View of DVD cases
DVD Sets Storage Boxes
In the box:
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XIV (4 Discs)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XV (4 Discs)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Edition (4 Discs)
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Putting the “Hide” In “Hi-Def”You’re on the run. Hunted. Wanted. There’s a price on your head and a posse on your trail. You can feel their eyes on you. And it’s gross because their eyes are squishy and moist.Quick! In here, before they see you! Hide behind this gigantic Philips 52” TV. Crouch down so they can’t see the top of your head. I know, it’s cramped, but not as cramped as some other big-screen TVs. There, there. That’s good. You should be safe there, at least until they bring out the bloodhounds.
Now, just keep quiet and lay low and you might get out of this yet. If anybody starts snooping around, chances are they’ll be distracted by the ultra-sharp 1080p HD picture on the huge 52” LCD screen. Hell, with that 2ms response time and 33000:1 contrast ratio, they might even think they’re looking out a window. I’ll turn on the HD Natural Motion, too, although it makes the motion so smooth it doesn’t look exactly real, either. But a fugitive can’t be choosy.
You holding drugs? If so, I’d stash ‘em in the 4 HDMI ports right now. Or under the stand. Yeah, it comes with a stand.
Who am I? Just a good Samaritan. Somebody who enjoys sticking it to the man. Somebody who sells TVs. You didn’t think this was free, did you? Now, I can get paid the easy way or the hard way. The easy way is, you buy this Philips 52” TV. As for the hard way, well… there is a reward out on you, right?Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty$(document).ready(function() {st_widget.create({itemCondition:'Refurbished',itemDescription:'Philips 52” 1080p 120Hz LCD HDTV',itemPrice:'1199.99',bannerStyle:'wide',widgetType:'quote',merchantID:'subscrip_014793207843'}); });
Warranty: 90 Day Philips
Features:
Perfect Pixel HD Engine for unrivalled sharpness and clarity
Full HD LCD display, with a 1920×1080p resolution
HD Natural Motion for ultra smooth motion in Full HD movies
120Hz Clear LCD, 2ms performance for superb motion sharpness
Invisible speakers with incredible surround
Dolby Digital output for connection to a home theatre system
30 watt with BBE for powerful sound and great voice clarity
4 HDMI inputs for full digital HD connection in one cable
EasyLink: easy control of TV & connected device via HDMI CEC
Settings assistant for effortless personalized TV settings
ATSC & QAM tuner receives over the air and unscrambled cable
Additional Photos:
Philips 52PFL7403D\F7 52” 1080p 120Hz HDTV
Rear Audio Video Ports
Side Audio Video Ports
Side Controls
Remote Control
Picture/Display:
Aspect ratio: Widescreen
Brightness: 500 cd/m²
Dynamic screen contrast: 33000:1
Response time (typical): 2 ms
Viewing angle: 160º (H) / 160º (V)
Diagonal screen size: 52 inch / 132 cm
Visible screen diagonal (inch): 52.04 inch
Panel resolution: 1920×1080p
Picture enhancement: Pixel Plus 3 HD, 3/2 – 2/2 motion pull down, 3D Combfilter, Active Control + Light sensor, Dynamic contrast enhancement, Progressive Scan, 120Hz LCD, HD Natural Motion
Supported Display Resolutions:
Computer formats
640×480
800×600
1024×768
1280×768
1280×1024
1360×768
1920×1080i
1920×1080p
Video formats
480i
480p
720p
1080i
1080p
Sound:
Equalizer: 5-bands
Output power (RMS): 30W
Sound Enhancement: Incredible Surround
Sound System: Dolby Digital (AC-3), BBE
Built-in speakers: 4
Convenience:
Child Protection: Child Lock+Parental Control
Clock: On main display, Sleep Timer
Ease of Installation: Autostore
Ease of Use: 4 favorite lists, Auto Volume Leveller (AVL), Channel list, Settings assistant Wizard, Side Control
Remote Control: TV
Screen Format Adjustments: 4:3, Auto Format, Movie expand 14:9, Movie expand 16:9, Super Zoom, Widescreen, unscaled (1080p dot by dot)
Multimedia Applications:
Multimedia connections: USB memory class device
Playback Formats: MP3, JPEG Still pictures
Playback enhancement: Picture slideshow
Tuner/Reception/Transmission:
Aerial Input: 75 ohm F-type
TV system: ATSC, NTSC
Video Playback: NTSC
Cable: Unscrambled Digital Cable -QAM
Tuner bands: Hyperband, S-Channel, UHF, VHF
Connectivity:
AV 1: Audio L/R in, YPbPr
AV 2: Audio L/R in, YPbPr
AV 3: CVBS in, S-Video in
HDMI 1: HDMI v1.3
HDMI 2: HDMI v1.3
HDMI 3: Analog audio L/R in, HDMI v1.3
EasyLink (HDMI-CEC): One touch play, Power status, System info (menu language), System standby
Front / Side connections: HDMI v1.3, S-video in, CVBS in, Audio L/R in, Headphone out, USB
Audio Output – Digital: Coaxial (cinch)
Power:
Ambient temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C
Mains power: 110-240V, 50-60Hz
Power consumption: 350 W
Standby power consumption: < 1 W
Dimensions:
Set dimensions in inch (W x H x D): 51.24×31.40×4.55 inch
Set dimensions with stand in inch (W x H x D): 51.24×34.17×12.80 inch
Weight incl. Packaging (lb): 116.84
Product weight (lb): 101.4 (with stand), 83.8 (without stand)
VESA wall mount compatible: 400×400 mm
In the box:
Philips 52PFL7403D\F7 52” 1080p 120Hz HDTV
Stand
Power Cable
Remote Control
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V For Vivaciously ShiningWinning isn’t everything. There’s also gloating, bragging, and rubbing it in. Just like you would with Victory Wax.Victory is made all the sweeter when there’s someone to appreciate it. What good is winning without a loser? Even Gandhi celebrated a little. Like a two year old and a birthday cake, Victory is a dish best rubbed into the face.
So the Victory Wax bundle is a great way to show off your winning spirit. It’s easy to use, and yet, complex enough that Step One has three substeps. Remember, Victory only comes from a well thought out plan. Substeps are the sign of a winner.
Step One: apply Formula One to the car with the white polishing pad. If that doesn’t work, move to Formula Two. You should see those tiny scratches begin to disappear. Don’t worry, though, if that’s not happening, you’re still prepared. You’ve got the “nuclear option” of Formula Three. See how there are quotes around “nuclear option”? That means someone else said it first. Victory comes from studying the greats, and then quoting them when you’re out of ideas. It adds a polish to your work, just like that final coat of Formula One will add a shine to your car.
Step Two: add the Photo Finish Wax. It’s made from all-natural carnauba wax which protects your vehicle from UV rays. Did you know that car was short for carnauba? It’s not, but you didn’t know that, and we could have made you believe it if we tried. Knowledge is power, see. Whoever controls the knowledge, controls the Victory.
Step Three: use the Fast Finish and Winner Wax for quick maintenance again and again. Like a garrison force of clean, these spray-on formulas clear up those tiny insurrections of bird poop that crop up from time to time. It’s added protection to keep your Victory shining bright, without all the hard work that goes into the full waxing process.
Anyone can be a winner on a desert island. A true winner takes from others, and forces them to accept their status as losers relative to him or her. With this bundle of Victory Wax, your car will show the world that entropy simply could not stand against you. And remember to order three. Victory requires that you be well supplied.Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Formula 1 Machine Polish Features
A mild polish
Perfect for removing surface contaminants and light swirl marks
Always start and end with Formula 1
16 ounce bottle with disc dispensing cap
Formula 2 Machine Polish Features
Manufacturer recommends using only after trying Formula 1
A moderate-level polish
Perfect for removing swirl marks, water spots, and other paint defects
16 ounce bottle with disc dispensing cap
Formula 3 Machine Polish Features
Manufacturer recommends using only after trying Formula 1 and Formula 2
Aggressive cleaner
Perfect for the deepest scratches and swirl marks
16 ounce bottle with disc dispensing cap
Paint Sealant Features
For extended protection of your car’s finish
Great for cars that have to be parked outdoors
Guards against daily dangers of bird droppings, tree sap, abrasive car washes, acid rain, and many other contaminants that would otherwise eat through your finish
16 ounce bottle with disc dispensing cap
Photo Finish Wax Features
Designed to reveal an amazing degree of clarity and depth in your paint
Carnauba wax formula produces superior finish and protection
16 ounce bottle with disc dispensing cap
Fast Finish Features
A very versatile cleaner
A quick detail spray for when you’re short on time
Use to spruce up the shine on your car
Great for a quick once-over in between washes
An easy way to spot clean your paint or buff off any stubborn streaks of polish
Spray it on, wipe it down, and you’re done
Great for cleaning your wheels
22 ounce bottle with with spray/stream nozzle lid
Winner Wax Features
When you don’t have time for a full wax session
Lasting Protection in Minutes
Just spray on and wipe down with a microfiber towel
A great layer of protection until you get around to waxing again
22 ounce bottle with with spray/stream nozzle lid
Extra Photos:
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #1
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #2
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #3
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Paint Sealant
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Photo Finish Wax
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Fast Finish Spray
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Winner Wax Spray
Manufacturer recommended steps:
Detailing 101
www.victoryshine.com
Step 1: Clean & Polish
Start with a clean, dry vehicle and move it to a nice shady spot. Begin with Velocity Machine Polish Formula One to remove surface contaminants and light swirl marks. Formula One will make these tiny scratches disappear by stimulating the affected layer of paint. But don’t worry, no Victory Wax formula will burn or damage your paint. Apply Formula One to a white polishing pad, set the speed as high as you’re comfortable with, set the pad down on the body of the car, then turn it on. Apply the polish in a back and forth motion, allowing it to dry to a light haze. The polish will buff off easily by hand using a microfiber towel.
If the paint is still not to your satisfaction after a few applications of Formula One, simply step up to Formula Two (making certain to use a clean pad) and take another pass at those stubborn areas. After trying Formula Two on your more severe scratches, go ahead and take one more step up to Formula Three if need be (using a clean pad again). Feel free to repeat each level more than once; you will see the improvement with each pass you make. And if you ever have any trouble buffing the polish off by hand, a quick spray of Fast Finish will cut through the haze for you.
If you’ve stepped all the way up to Formula Three, you may notice that the finish appears a little dull. Don’t worry! The Formula is just working hard to remove the imperfections in the paint. For deep scratches, work the polisher in a motion perpendicular to the scratch to smooth out any sharp edges. When you're ready, just step back down to Formula Two and finish up with Formula One as a perfect final coat of polish for a glossy finish. Your hand will feel the smoothness increase as you step back down to Formula One.
No matter how extensive your project may be, always start and end with Formula One, and you’ll be in great shape, ready to wax!
Step 2: Wax & Seal
Forget the “miracle” waxes you see on late-night infomercials. No matter what claims they make, there is simply nothing better than all-natural carnauba wax, and we see no reason to sell you a cheap imitation. Carnauba naturally protects your paint from harmful UV rays, and offers as much protection as is possible against bird droppings and acid rain. Photo Finish Wax contains the maximum amount of fine liquid carnauba possible while providing for easy removal.
Photo Finish Wax will reveal an amazing degree of depth, clarity, and color in your paint. While Photo Finish Wax may be applied by hand, best results are achieved when applied with a polisher. Put the Photo Finish Wax on the black waxing pad, set the speed to medium, place the pad down on the body of the car, then turn it on. Apply the polish in a back and forth motion, allowing it to dry to a light haze and then buff it off with a clean microfiber towel. Run your hand over a waxed section and feel how much smoother it is versus the other parts of the car. You’ll be amazed! For the finest in protection and appearance, there’s nothing better than Photo Finish Wax.
If you’re looking for long-lasting protection but don’t have the time to polish your car more than once or twice a year, our next-generation synthetic Paint Sealant is a great alternative to Photo Finish Wax, offering you months of protection while still delivering a healthy shine. It’s great for your boat and motorcycle too!
Step 3: Maintain
Our Fast Finish and Winner Wax spray-on formulas were designed with quick maintenance in mind. Whether you’re looking for an easy once-over between washes or something for the bird droppings that just landed in the middle of your hood, just spray on, wipe down, and you’re done!
Fast Finish is also great for cleaning your wheels. Simply spray the wheel with Fast Finish and wipe away the dirt with a wheel brush or a microfiber towel. It's the quick and safe way to spruce up your vehicle’s looks.
In much the same way, Winner Wax will supplement the detailing work you’ve already done by giving your paint an added coat of protection until you get around to waxing with Photo Finish Wax again.
In the box:
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #1
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #2
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Polish #3
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Paint Sealant
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Photo Finish Wax
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Fast Finish Spray
Victory Wax Velocity Machine Auto Winner Wax Spray
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How dare ad exec Mike Wolfsohn expose the dirty secret of how business gets done in the ad game: with bribes of junk food and booze? In a stinging jeremiad (or petulant tantrum, we're still not sure which), he decries the fact that his agency's proposal to Zappos got ignored in favor of the other agencies "trying to one-up each other with irrelevant bull(BLEEP) like ice-cream and pizza." Dude, shut up! You keep talking like that, we might have to start buying our own lunches.
I guess it's time for us to come clean. We've had some success convincing job applicants to bring in brownies and/or gooey butter cake. You can call them suckups; we call them our new hires. So if you want a slice of our nonexistent advertising budget, include the following items along with your proposal. Or even instead of your proposal, which we won't read anyway. Please be aware, we will be weighing your gifts, and the resultant amounts we make from eBaying them will be taken into consideration.
A platter of petit-fours delivered by a trained bear riding on a unicycle balanced on another unicycle
One of those potatoes that looks like a U.S. president
Your detailed plan for a comprehensive, multi-tiered marketing campaign that doesn't cost us any money
A torso, arms and legs in scale with our giant foam Ken Jennings head, but that dispense free soda
A live Mariachi band playing the "Theme For Wooting Off" (IMPORTANT: must include both guitarrón and vihuela)
The innocence and wonder of that first summer we fell in love
A $96,000 "gift" from your parents in return for our silence about that affair you had with our wife
A modest cottage in the south of France that also serves as a portal to the center of the Earth where the dinosaurs live
Original artwork for at least one Curt Swan Superman cover
An analysis of the optimal direction to direct our divisional synergies towards future implementations achieving corporate-wide value-adds. Oh, and some more napkins
A coupon good for free French fries for everyone, everywhere, forever
A way to get Mommy and Daddy back together (sob)
A clown on stilts juggling Star Wars action figures painted to look like gang members from The Warriors' Baseball Furies
A Woot greeting card for May... oh, there it is
Someone who will pick up this huge mountain of recycled cans we've been meaning to take out. And who will build a transforming robot out of them. That transforms into, like, a giant cougar. With a sword
An angry blog post publicly calling us out for ignoring your dumb proposal
Oh, and don't bother sending any of these to our Dallas office. They'll just be considered suspicious devices and the bomb squad will be called in to blow them all up. Woot's St. Louis office (3719 Hereford, St. Louis, MO 63109) is where they'll be truly appreciated.
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An Offer We’d Rather RefuseHi, it’s Vince with- well, you know who I’m with. I’m in a great mood because I’ve been slapping my troubles away, and I’m hoping you guys aren’t the next one I need to slap.Look, I know where you guys are coming from. You’re out here hustling a buck like the rest of us, you got nerve, you got ca-joanies, I appreciate that. Now you appreciate this: take that damn chopper down off your web page or I’ll use it to sprinkle your ca-joanies on my hot fudge sundae.
I mean, come on. You think you’re fooling anybody with this “Chop & Grate Set”? You stick the carrots or the onion or whatever the hell in the little circle, you slap it, it chops. You guys even throw in the little cheese grater. I mean, come on. Don’t crap on my rye toast and tell me it’s tuna fish, all right? Tell you this, I’m not just going to sit here while you guys undercut my prices. You think you’re real smart doubling everybody’s order and being all upfront about the shipping charges, huh? Don’t make me remind you what happened to the last guy who tried to sell a chopper like this. You seen him on TV lately, huh? One slap at a time, that’s all I’m saying.
Look, I’m not a bad guy. You wanna be friends, I’m all kisses. But you bite me and here come the slaps. I go nuts. And you’re not gonna love me nuts. So think long and hard about how quickly and finely and easily and violently this chopper reduces meat to shreds. You following me, camera guy?Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Chopper Features:
Chops fruits, vegetables, nuts, cheese, herbs, ice, and just about anything that will fit within a 3 inch diameter
Cutting blades rotate with each press for maximum power and performance
3 inch self contained base allows for easy chopping with or without a cutting board
Dishwasher safe blades and parts open up for easy cleaning
Chopper dimensions: 11” tall 3” diameter
Grater Features:
Large and small size grater screens included
Screens attach with cotter pin for easy swapping and cleaning
Easy to use: Place cheese inside grater, push and turn cheese through grater with lid stopper
Great for salads, omelettes or quesadillas
Place next to the salt and pepper at the dinner table
Grater dimensions: 6” tall 3” diameter
Dishwasher safe blades and parts open up for easy cleaning
Additional Photos:
Chop and Grate Set
Chopper Disassembled
Grater Disassembled
Apple Chopped with the Chopper
In the box:
2 Choppers
2 Graters
2 Chopping Cups
2 Large and Small Grating Screens
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We’re Just Like Tim BurtonOnce upon a time there were three bears. And a little girl named Goldilocks. Goldilocks hated her parents, because they named her Goldilocks. The other children teased her constantly, and Goldlilocks found that very upsetting. Soon Goldilocks began experimenting with drugs and alcohol, and also began making out with other women in public. She wasn’t actually attracted to women, she just did it to upset her parents. And then, one day, Goldilocks stole a Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System and went into the forest.
Goldilocks knew that the police in three states were looking for her because of her actions, so she decided to take her Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System to this little house she knew about. It was the house where the bears lived. Goldilocks had bought pills from there before so she knew the way.
When Goldilocks arrived, she knocked on the door. No one was at home. Goldilocks decided to set the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System to the extension ladder position and climbed up to the second story window. The u-shaped locking rods let her adjust the height of the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System so that she could reach the window and let herself inside.
Once there, Goldilocks hauled up the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System and looked around. Everywhere she looked, there were shelves full of money! One shelf was too low. And one shelf was too high. And one shelf was just right. But Goldilocks knew that the shelf which was just right was a trap and was wired with an explosive device.
So Goldilocks used the spring-loaded knobs to set the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System to the stepladder position. Still easily adjustable, Goldilocks found the correct height, then locked the rods in place. She quickly scrambled to the top and began helping herself to the money.
Just then, the door opened! It was Papa Bear! Goldilocks screamed and slid down the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System, quickly returning it to the closed position. She grabbed it, and since it was made from aircraft-grade aluminum, it was easy for her to lift. But who ever heard of a ladder that was easy to hold while running? Certainly not Goldilocks, because she was torn apart by Papa Bear’s mighty paws.
As Goldilocks died, she cursed the world, especially her parents, who had trapped her in this inescapable destiny. Her last thought was of the Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder System, and how much she would miss it. As Mama Bear and Baby Bear began to devour her torso, Goldilocks wondered if there were Little Giant 15 Foot Ladder Systems in Heaven. She was sure in her very last thoughts that there would be.Warranty: Lifetime Manufacturer
Features:
Unique design allows ladder to be extended in both step ladder and extension ladder configurations
Unmatched feeling of stability in any configuration thanks to aircraft-grade aluminum, wide-flared legs, and high quality construction
Hinged middle connection has two permanent spring-loaded knobs that press in to adjust the ladder between the closed position, the step position and the extension position
U-shaped spring-loaded steel rods lock inside section of ladder to outside section
Unlock U-shaped spring-loaded steel rods to allow inside section of ladder to slide and lock every 12"
Multiple configurations, including A-frame, extension, 90-degree access and six different scaffolding positions—buy one ladder to do the job of five
The right ladder for the right job every time and avoid 95 percent of all ladder-related safety issues.
Access to the toughest areas such as the space above the staircase, vaulted ceilings; and use your ladder over and around obstacles
OSHA and ANSI compliance and is rated to hold up to 250 lbs.
Storage height is 4 Feet 7 Inches
Ladder weighs 29 lbs.
Stepladder Heights:
Lowest Height: 4 Feet
First Extended Height: 5 Feet
Second Extended Height: 6 Feet
Highest Extended Height: 7 Feet
Extension Ladder Heights:
Lowest Height: 9 Feet
First Extended Height: 10 Feet
Second Extended Height: 11 Feet
Third Extended Height: 12 Feet
Fourth Extended Height: 13 Feet
Fifth Extended Height: 14 Feet
Highest Extended Height: 15 Feet
Additional Photos:
Stepladder
Stair Access
Extension Ladder Side View
Extension Ladder Fully Extended
In the box:
Little Giant Model 10302 Ladder System
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No attendee at E3 can possibly fail to be aware of Trauma Team,, the latest entry in the Trauma Center series of medical games. The game's logo is not only on the usual banners but also on the back of the daily program and on every single attendee badge, indicating a promotional budget that could probably deliver actual healthcare to every human on the planet. And all of their pets.
Hey, it's cool that there's a successful game franchise about fixing up peoples' wounds rather than cleaving their skulls in two and devouring their entrails. But one of the characters seems to be undermining the game's pro-health message.
Come alive with the pleasure of our E3 2009 Coverage.
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PS Joel’s BetterLeave the house? But… What About My Torrents?It’s warm out. The sun is shining. People are playing sports and
laughing. Which means no one is using that wifi at the coffee shop.
You’ve got all the bandwidth to yourself. Jackpot, baby.
The HP Pavilion
17” 2GHz Core 2 Duo Notebook means you don’t have to sit at home with a
familiar IP that can be traced right to you. Instead, you can curl up
in your favorite dark corner and enjoy filling that 500GB hard drive
with movies, music, fan fiction, whatever your heart desires! The Intel
Core 2 Duo processor and 4 gigs of RAM will make it all seem fast as a desktop, and that’s good. But know what’s even better? When you see that unmarked RIAA van pull up outside, you’ll be able to shut your HP Pavilion
17” 2GHz Core 2 Duo Notebook and hit the road. They’ll never even know!
Just be sure to tip the barista, he’s goona have some serious legal
bills.
Owning a HP Pavilion 17”
2GHz Core 2 Duo Notebook can also let you enjoy watching movies while
you’re eating out. Who uses an iPod? Probably the same people defending
the new Dawson’s Trek movie. That sort of thing might be okay in a
smaller size. But it takes a WXGA+ HD
BrightView with 1440×900 resolution to really appreciate your classic
Mystery Science Theater episodes. And surely the other people around
you will want to discuss them with you. Hey, did you know Mike tried to
survive for a month on nothing but bacon? What a guy!
Getting an HP Pavilion
17” 2GHz Core 2 Duo Notebook isn’t just an attempt to keep yourself
from talking when you could be typing. It’s also a way to get a laptop
with a full sized number keypad. Never again risk being last in an
addition contest just because of your keyboard. Once it’s happened to
you, you’ll understand.
Listen, summer’s just a fact of
life. But there’s no need to step out of your Singularity just because
you want to have a cookout. When the chef needs a recipe for a Meat Ship, you’ll have it bookmarked and ready, thanks to the HP Pavilion 17” 2GHz Core 2 Duo Notebook. And who wants to order online pizza for desert?
Warranty: 90 Day HP
Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty
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Features:
2.00 GHz Intel Centrino Processor Technology featuring Intel Core2 Duo Processor T6400
17.0” Diagonal WXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1440×900)
Full Size 101-key compatible keyboard with keypad
4096MB DDR2 RAM (8192MB maximum)
NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT with 512mb dedicated memory
500GB SATA hard drive
LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
5-in-1
integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia
cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 4th port shared with eSATA
Altec Lansing speakers
Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad
HDMI port allows you to display video from the notebook on a HDTV
Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit with Service Pack 1
Additional Photos:
HP Pavilion dv7-1279wm Entertainment Notebook
Left Side View
Right Side View
Keyboard
Bottom View
HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer
Remote Control
Specifications:
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Product Number
NB253UA#ABA
Microprocessor
2.00 GHz Intel Centrino Processor Technology
Intel Core2 Duo Processor T6400
Microprocessor Cache
2MB L2 Cache
Memory
Onboard: 4096MB
Memory Max: 8192MB
Video
Video Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT
Video Memory: Up to 2302MB (512MB dedicated)
Hard Drive
500GB (5400RPM)
Multimedia Drive
LightScribe SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Display
17.0” Diagonal WXGA+ High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Display (1440 x 900)
Fax/Modem
High speed 56k modem
Network Card
Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
Wireless Connectivity
Intel WiFi Link 5100AGN
Sound
Altec Lansing speakers
Keyboard
101-key compatible
Pointing Device
Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad
PC Card Slots
1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34)
External Ports
5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0, 4th port shared with eSATA
2 Headphone out
1 microphone-in
HDMI
1 VGA (15-pin)
eSATA + USB 2.0
1 RJ-11 (modem)
1 RJ -45 (LAN)
1 notebook expansion port 3
1 IEEE 1394
Firewire (4-pin)
1 Consumer IR (Remote Receiver)
Dimensions
15.59 (L) x 11.22" (D) x 1.31 (min H)/1.66(max H)
Weight
7.64lbs
Security
Kensington MicroSaver lock slot
Power-on password
Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Power
90W AC Adapter
8-Cell Lithium-Ion battery
In the box:
HP Pavilion dv7-1279wm Entertainment Notebook
A/C Adapter and Cord
Laptop Battery
Remote Control
Inset photo credit: shawnzam
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Bingo is The Scam-OAll aboard, “kids”! The Bingogammonmobile is pulling out of the driveway!You don’t have to get arrested too many times before you figure out that running an illegal gambling parlor isn’t worth the trouble. But the jackbooted thugs of the Maple Lawn Police Department can’t thwart a keen mind like mine. I ditched the dice and the cards and the frog races and took my show on the road with this Excalibur Magnetic Bingo Travel Game and Excalibur Magnetic Backgammon Travel Game.
Every two hours, the Bingogammonmobile minivan departs from my house with a new load of playe- uh, passengers. The trips alternate between bingo and backgammon. You take your pick, I take your money.
On the bingo cruises, every “kid” gets one of these Excalibur Magnetic Bingo Travel Games, conveniently hidden among the Wiggles and They Might Be Giants CDs in the minivan. We’re just a family out for a scenic drive that happens to include a progressive coverall blackout bonanza with a $40 minimum buy-in. And believe me, you’ve never seen more enthusiastic sightseers than when three C’s are riding on every bridge, tunnel, and satellite dish. It’s the only way to travel.
The backgammon excursions attract a different class of customer, but their money still spends. And believe me, no cop is trained to look for signs of illegal backgammon gambling. I’m like the Bugsy Siegel of illicit mobile casino backgammon. It’s a wide-open field and I got it all to myself. So keep laughing, MLPD. I’ll own you all one day.
Warranty: 90 Day Excalibur
Features:
Uniquely designed in a CD jewel case
Compact fun for kids while on the road
Travel Bingo, When you spot one of the named objects, place the magnetic chip on the picture. The first player who scores 5 pictures in a row horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, wins
Backgammon, win by removing all of your pieces from the board
In the box:
Excalibur Magnetic Bingo Travel Game
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As Josephus' son prepares for his first Boy Scout camping trip this weekend, your judges have naturally turned their consideration toward the great outdoors, and all the beauty therein. Unfortunately, nature's beauty has little to do with actual camping. In order to regain some perspective, we asked you to: Depict a camping (or camp) scene with one or more (Woot) products. Always prepared, as we expected from your trustworthy natures, you loyally rose to the occasion, helpfully photochopped some images, and, competing in a friendly manner, you courteously submitted the kind of entries we expected your obedient selves to cheerfully offer, willing to accept a thrifty recompense from our coffers, willing to brave the threat of Jason's knowing your Paypal email address, knowing he can't clean out your account, not only because he reveres you, but because he is essentially a dolt.
First Place - $100
bradcrc - memory sticks burning
First you need to start with the little ones- maybe 256Mb. then add some bigger ones- 1GB, and keep putting the bigger ones on (1TB?) until you have a blazing inferno!
Second Place - $50
toby8915 - Dueling Elvises
Huh, we weren't aware Elvis could play the banjo.
Third Place - $20
bpeterson - Guitar paddles
That better be a J stroke the sternsman is using.
Honorable Mentions:
majit - camp signage
No stinkin' pistachios here!
greasypigarvin - Prince of a Fisherman
Well there was that whole "does the racket come pre-strung" debate.
zilla81 - Bookmark Ghost Stories
As we start our campfire this evening, we planned to have a scary story by zilla81- but the battery died, and there's noone with a flashlight or any battereis, and- oh, never mind. ActorTom? I believe you're next.
ActorTom - The tale of the Snapster!
Ooh! pelted by those bricks, er, I mean Sansas!
KPanick - Camping TV
Ah, Woot Camping. From your own living room...no mosquitoes...no rainouts...no soaked firewood...no whining kids- well, OK, 3 out of 4 ain't bad.
Monkey Prize
maizehead - A complex tale involving fire, laptops, and solar power, and, oh it's just horrible!
Run! run for your lives!
Money winners, please email your Paypal info to jtoon@woot.com. Monkey Prize winner, please email your shipping address to jtoon@woot.com. When the pirate ship arrives at your deserted island, hide just within the jungle's edge while the pirates lug their chest of booty up to the largest tree, count fourteen steps, stagger, stagger, roll 5 more steps, roll, stagger, stumble, and then bury the chest. Only after they leave, with their container ship, satellite phones, and speedy "Go-Fast" boats, will it be safe for you to make your way to the burial site, and dig up their booty. Surprise! It's Wilson! No monkey prize! maybe next year. Honorable Mentioneers may use coupon code HONMEN-FS for free shipping on a future order. Until next time remember: You can find very flammable wood inside the bark of a grapevine, if you're lost in the woods. It's a pity you don't have any matches.
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Bright Light, Dark City“Hey there, Marjorie, light of my life. Any calls for me?”“Oooh, Garrity, I wouldn’t hang around here if I was you. The boss is awful steamed.”
“Steamed at a harmless little pussycat like me? He must have me mixed up with somebody else. I’m a credit to the police force. Officer Serve-and-Protect himself, that’s me.”
“Garrity! I knew I heard something annoying out here! In my office, now!”
“OK, Chief, you got me. What shakes?”
“Close the door. Now tell me something, Garrity. How is it that my phone’s been ringing off the hook with people complaining about you?”
“Beats me, Chief. Ask Alexander Graham Bell.”
“Real funny, Garrity. But you know who’s not laughing? The Mayor. And the City Council President. And the Commish. And the publisher of the Herald-Dispatch. And Cornelius van Vanderfeller. Somehow, Garrity, you’ve ticked off every person of consequence from here to Syracuse. Pretty impressive on a detective’s salary.”
“Well, at least dear old Mom still loves me.”
“Look, Garrity. Take a tip from me: there are an awful lot of dark corners in this city. You go shining a double-bright Nichea LED into all of ‘em, you never know what might jump out.”
“Thanks for the advice, Dear Abby. Real inspiring stuff. You learn that at the Academy, or was that part of your on-the-job training?”
“Dammit, Garrity, if you want to change the world, put on a backpack and join the Peace Corps. This city works a certain way, and it might not be pretty, but you have to understand-”
“No, Chief, you have to understand. You have to understand that I joined this force because I’m just dumb enough to believe all that gab about justice and honesty and serving the people. So if my beam happens to hit something that may make certain people uncomfortable, I’m not smart enough to sweep it under the rug – no matter how fancy that rug might be. And silly old me, I’ll keep shining a light on it until they put a bullet in me or until my 15-hour charge runs out. I’m awful dumb that way.”
“Sure. Just one question: should we call you ‘Officer’ or ‘Detective’ on your tombstone?”
“Just call me the Garrity KE700GST06N Rechargeable LED Flashlight.”
Warranty: Two Year Garrity
Features:
Nichia 2X brighter LED lasts up to 100,000 hours (11.4 years)
Provides bright, long-lasting light
Automatically lights when power fails
Emergency preparedness lighting
Red LED light indicates charging
Automatic night light turns on at dusk and off at dawn
Full charge provides up to 15 hours of continuous light
Initial 20 hour charging period
Uses only one outlet during charging, leaving the other one free
Accepts 500 cycles (full charges)
Rechargeable 4AA Ni-MH batteries included
For household use only
In the box:
Rechargeable LED Power Light
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Every week in this space, we’ll take a look at the news and offer our own incisive blend of commentary, analysis, and poop jokes. The news you need, from a voice you can trust, in the 90 seconds you have to spare: that’s Woot Weads the Wire.
LILONGWE, Malawi (UPI)—U.S. pop star Madonna has left the African country of Malawi and headed to London to celebrate Passover, People.com reported.
Madonna plans a traditional celebration in which she will attempt to adopt every first born male, except those in houses which are marked with lamb’s blood.
WORCESTER, Mass. (AP)—A man allegedly upset about a 20-year-old unpaid speeding ticket that was preventing him from renewing his license was charged with pushing over a nearly 150-year-old statue of Moses in a Worcester courthouse.
Golden calf lovers everywhere have thrown their support behind the man, saying that this payback was long overdue.
WASHINGTON (AP) – The president’s new science adviser said Wednesday that global warming is so dire, the Obama administration is discussing radical technologies to cool Earth’s air.
If this radical approach proves insufficiently cool, sources indicate the government is prepared to consider awesome, rad, gnarly, and even totally tubular technologies.
BRISBANE, Australia (UPI)—An Australian family said a pet dog that fell overboard from a yacht survived by swimming 5 nautical miles and feeding on wild goats for four months.
The family has been unable to explain why there were goats in the ocean.
NEW YORK (AP)- The 1970s gay porn idol Jack Wrangler has died at age 62.
He is survived by two sons, Beef and Pole.
SYDNEY (AP)—Hugh Jackman said Wednesday that he is heartbroken his new film, “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” was leaked online a month before its official release.
Thankfully, Jackman’s broken heart was almost instantly repaired, thanks to his mutant healing factor.
SAO PAULO (AP)- A Brazilian human rights group says it has awarded a medal to five Cubans imprisoned in the U.S. on espionage charges.
The medal is currently being baked inside a cake.
MALMO, Sweden (UPI)—Japanese pop star Hideki Kaji was in the middle of a recording session in Malmo, Sweden, when he was beaten and robbed, police say.
However, Kaji is still convinced that his decision to work with Phil Spector is the right one.
TROLL RESEARCH STATION, Antarctica (AP) – Into the Antarctic enigma, the puzzle of a place with too few researchers chasing too many climate mysteries, slowly waddles the elephant seal.
Scientists vow to look into the effects of climate change on the elephant seal as soon as they’re done researching the trolls.
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They Are A Starfaring Race, You KnowOnce upon a time, in a magical land known as Texas, there was a little armadillo named Kevin, who was kind and good and worked in an office.Kevin was very popular with his co-workers, but not because he worked very hard, even though he did. Kevin was popular because, each day at exactly three thirty, he would reach under his desk and take out his Famous Armadillo Astronauts lunchbox and bring out a delicious snack. “Hey, is that beef jerky?” the noble falcon who handled inventory discrepancies would ask. “You make that cheesecake yourself?” the friendly otter in security would inquire. “Meow meow an extra brownie meow?” the pretty young kitten with the beautiful smile and the desk beside the bathrooms would request. And, being a kind and good armadillo, Kevin always brought enough to share.
But there was one day that Kevin left his Famous Armadillo Astronauts lunchbox at home. And that day was his birthday! Kevin smiled to himself as he got dressed, his Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer playing in the background. Because he knew, just as surely as the Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer was easy to set up, his friends were planning something special. “I should bring my Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer to work,” Kevin thought, “in case my party needs music! That way my friends can charge their iPhones or iPod Touches as we listen!” So that is what Kevin did.
When Kevin reached the door, he could see streamers and balloons and what looked like a waterslide. He was as happy as a person who had an SD or MMC card would be when they found out that the Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer had an SD and MMC card slot, even if he was no good at making metaphors about happiness. Kevin was certainly glad that his Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer was so lightweight and easy to carry. He picked it up and went inside.
“Happy Birthday, Kevin!” yelled all of his animal co-workers at the top of their lungs. Kevin peeked in the break room and noticed a big cake, made of whatever it is that armadillos like to eat, and a stack of presents. And because he was kind and good, he said “Aw, you guys didn’t have to do all this!” and meant it.
“Look, everyone, Kevin brought his Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer!” said the star-nosed mole who handled tech support. “Aw, I don’t have an iPod or iPhone!” lamented the red squirrel who filed HR paperwork. “Don’t worry,” Kevin spoke up brightly, “the Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer has additional ports that allow for other devices to be used as well, even though you can’t charge them as you listen.” And at that, the whole office shouted “Hooray!” and got in line to use the waterslide.
That night, Kevin sat in his living room and looked over his gifts. There was a freshly killed rabbit from the noble falcon, a lovely smooth seashell from the friendly otter, and a dime bag of catnip from the pretty young kitten. Kevin rotated his Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer so that his iPhone was in landscape mode and settled back to watch the video he had made of the wonderful party, enjoying the clear, quality sound.
Before he went to bed, Kevin packed the leftover cake into his Famous Armadillo Astronauts lunchbox, so that, at three thirty the next day, he could share with his friends again. And, as he fell asleep to the quality sound coming from the Philips DC912/37 iPod Dock with Wireless Subwoofer, Kevin decided that it had been a pretty good birthday.
Warranty: 1 Year Philips
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Features:
Integrated dock specially designed to suit the accelerometer feature for the iPod Touch and iPhone; can change the display orientation of the dock so you can conveniently view a webpage, photo or video clip in its proper aspect ratio on the screen of your iPod touch
Connect any docking iPod (including iPhone and iPod Touch) directly to the Docking entertainment system so you can listen to music and also charge while it plays
Digital wireless subwoofer is optimized to reproduce bass frequencies. The result is a powerful reproduction of deep bass with the minimum of distortion
Access more digital music via the built-in USB Direct and SD/MMC card slots, plug your device into the USB port, or insert your memory card in the SD/MMC card slot on your Philips music system, your digital music and photos will be played directly from the device
Digital FM radio offers you additional music options to your music collection on your Philips audio system. Simply tune into the station that you want to preset, press and hold the preset button to memorize the frequency
Designed to blend into your living space. Can be place on a table, shelf, or desk, but can also be wall mounted if you don’t have the extra space. The wireless subwoofer can be tucked in a corner out of the way and out of sight
All-in-one remote control, you can now navigate both your Philips music system and your iPod through hundreds of songs easily with the one simple press of the remote control. Displaying information listed according to playlist, album, artist, genre or track, the navigation offers speedy yet simple through hundreds of files
Additional Photos:
Subwoofer
Wide Screen Mode
iPod on Dock
Remote Control
USB and SD/MMC Card Slot (Top View)
Auxilliary 1 and 2 with Power plug view (Rear View)
Connectivity:
iPod Dock Connector
USB host
SD/MMC card slot
Dual Auxiliary 3.5 mm
Audio Playback:
Cradle playback mode: Charging iPod, Play and Pause, Next and Previous track, fast forward and backward
Playback Media: SD/MMC card, USB flash drive
Programmable Tracks: 20
Tuner/Reception/Transmission:
Tuner Bands: FM Stereo
Antenna: FM Antenna
Tuner Enhancements: Auto Store
Auto digital tuning
Station presets: 20
Sound:
Output power (RMS): Total 100W RMS
Sound System: Stereo
Loudspeaker types: Bass Reflex Speaker System
Sound Enhancement: Digital Sound Control 4 modes, Dynamic Bass Boost
Volume Control: Volume Control up/down
Loudspeakers:
Built-in speakers: 2
Main Speaker: 3” woofer, Bass Reflex Speaker System
Subwoofer type: Wireless subwoofer, Active
Finishing: Metal
Convenience:
Display Type: LCD
Backlight: Yes
Remote Control: Multi-functional
Alarms: iPod Alarm, USB alarm, Radio Alarm
User convenience: Sleep Timer
Clock/Version: Digital
Eco Power Standby: 1 watt
Wall mountable
Dimensions:
Speaker Base WxHxD: 500mm X 165mm X 120.7mm
Subwoofer WxHxD: 170mm X 197mm X 302mm
In the box:
DC912/37 iPod Docking System
Wireless Remote Control
Powered Wireless Subwoofer
A/C Adapter and Power Cord for iPod Docking System
3 iPod Docking Adapters
Audio Cable
AC Power Cord for Subwoofer
User Manual
Warranty Certificate
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As we finally get out of that wretched groundhog's shadow, and we get a little more sun in each day, the idea of camping starts to sound nice. Now, it shouldn't, after last year's fiasco what with the ticks and the wind and the hermit crabs, oh man, the hermit crabs. Yet still we venture out, and, politely offering us a Spring contest theme, so do all of our woots.
Depict a camping (or camp) scene with one or more products.
Maybe they're scouts, maybe they're camp counselors, or maybe they're Survivorman. No, they can't be from The Deliverance. Can they build a fire? Are they able to navigate the rapids? Who is telling the scariest ghost stories? It is your job to answer our questions, but moreso, to ask your own.
Post your entry here by 11:59 AM (central) on Monday, April 6, 2009. Prizes are $20/$50/$100 for 3rd/2nd/1st. The rules and criteria for winning: our panel of volunteer judges can and will make stuff up as it goes along. Use Photoshop, linoleum blocks, pastels, MSPaint, cave painting, tattoos, tribal scarification, whatever, but it’ll only be judged if it’s visible in our forums as a jpg, gif, or png. As we are fond of saying, try to keep your maximum width to 550px. If you need a place to host your pictures, try www.imageshack.ws or www.photobucket.com. We have no connection to either, but they seem free and easy to use. And if you want us to be sure your entry was indeed your work, post links to your source images. The more sure we are that you did your own work, the more likely we are to consider it for a prize.
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Heh, Heh, “Chocolate Factory”Roomba zoom-ba dooble-dee doom
We’ve got a nice robotic vacuum
Roomba Pumbaa Simba Timon
If you’re smart you’ll order your own
How can you stand it, to wallow in grime?
Would you sweep up if you had more free time?
Do you suppose cleaning up’s not your job?
Or are you happy as a slob?
Roomba loom-ba whatchama-jig
Seriously, you live like a pig
Roomba goomba hey bada-bing
It’s, like, totally disgusting
Roomba zoom-ba diddly-dee
Roomba will sweep up dirt and debris
Roomba Doombot Negative Zone
It’s an unmanned housekeeping drone
Face it, dude, this place is a total sty
And you’re a grown-up, there’s no reason why
You couldn’t either man up and clean up or
Buy a robot who could clean this floor
Warranty: 1 Year iRobot
Features:
Powerful
and efficient robotic vacuum and redesigned high-speed,
counter-rotating brushes pick up more dirt, pet hair, dander, cat
litter, crumbs, leaves and other debris
Soft-touch bumpers reduce impact on furniture and other obstacles
Anti-tangle technology keeps Roomba from getting stuck on cords, rug fringe and tassels
Home Base for docking and recharging between cleaning cycles
Navigation,
wall following, and coverage patterns provide the most efficient
cleaning of the entire room, along kickboards, cabinet edges, in
corners, under and around furniture
Easy to use, maintain and upgrade
Audio
voice demonstration walks you through Roomba’s initial set up and
alerts you when Roomba requires maintenance or assistance
Modular design provides simpler maintenance and upgrade capability
Virtual
Wall Lighthouse offers the most efficient room-to-room cleaning and
creates an invisible barrier to mark off-limit areas that Roomba will
not cross
When in Lighthouse mode, it directs Roomba to clean one room completely before moving on to the next
Use Lighthouse mode for the most thorough and efficient cleaning of specific rooms
When in Virtual Wall mode, an adjustable, infrared barrier is created that Roomba will not cross
Use Virtual Wall mode to mark off-limit areas in your home
Larger fine particle filter traps dust, pollen and other allergens inside Roomba’s large, bag-less dustbin
In the box:
iRobot 565 Vacuum
AC Adapter
Self Charging Home Base
2 Virtual Wall Lighthouses
One Extra Filter
Cleaning Tool
Owners Manual
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Grill Us This Day Our Crusty BreadHey, if it happened once, it could happen again. The Virgin Mary could show up in any sandwich at any time.
And then I’ll put it on eBay and retire in comfort. But I’m not like all those other suckers, trying to conjure her up by grilling cheese after cheese. The way I figure, what with Mary being so big with the Catholics, I stand a much better shot if I do this Italian-style. So that deliciously holy aroma you smell is coming from my Breville Ikon Removable Plate Grill & Panini Maker.
If you’re thinking the Italians don’t know grilled sandwiches, you better think something else because that’s not right. Not only is the crusty, gooey panini a flavor sensation everywhere from Naples to your neighborhood Jack in the Box, the Italians love ‘em so much there was a whole youth subculture named after them, paninaro.
So you keep slapping two pieces of Wonder Bread around a slice of cheese food and see where that gets you. Me, I’m doing this the right way, with Italian bread, some cheese I can’t pronounce, and the Breville Ikon Removable Plate Grill & Panini Maker. Not only are my failed attempts delicious to dispose of, but the plates remove for easy cleaning. And you know what cleanliness is next to.
Warranty: 90 Day Breville
Features:
Adjustable height, The top plate can be adjusted to six pre-set heights. On the lower settings, this unique patented feature reduces the weight pressing upon more delicate foods like fish or vegetables. The higher settings are ideal for making open melt sandwiches or reheating
Removable non-stick plates, The removable non-stick plates firmly lock into place and are removed with the touch of a button. The three plates (two ribbed, one flat) are dishwasher safe
Adjustable tilt, This feature quickly adjusts the angle of the grill’s lower plate. The ‘Angle’ position is perfect for fat-free cooking, draining the fat into the drip tray. ‘Flat’ angles for use as a griddle for cooking eggs and pancakes
Control panel, The grilling process is controlled from one easily-accessible panel. The left dial controls the bottom plate angle, the right dial controls the temperature setting from 350°F to 450°F. A light indicates when the grill has reached the desired temperature
Dimensions: 14.25” x 13.75” x 6.25”
Weight: 8.88 lbs.
In the box:
Breville BGR400XL Ikon Removable Plate Grill & Panini
Removable Plates
Owner’s Manual
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The Heedless Bridegroom; Or, Domestic MistranquilityI’ve been told I take things the wrong way.Case in point: I bought a Cyber Acoustics 2.1 iPod Speaker System for my wife for St. Valentine’s Day.
I supposed she would enjoy their rich bass response and iPod docking capabilities.
“Heavens, no,” my good friend Brendan said to me. “You’ll have to get her more than that.”
So I bought her several thousand Cyber Acoustics 2.1 iPod Speaker Systems.
A rather large truck left them in heaps on our lawn. I applied a festive red bow to the pile.
The bow did not help.
If you would like one or more, contact me in care of the Jiltmore Hotel for Estranged Husbands at 4th and Chestnut Streets. I am in room 317.
The price is very low.
I do not however recommend purchasing the entire stock for gift purposes.
Warranty: 1 Year Cyber Acoustics
Features:
Convenient desktop controls: On/off switch, Master volume
Flat panel pedestal design
Low distortion, high power amplifier technology
High excursion, high efficiency drivers
Magnetically shielded speakers
Headphone output jack
Bass reflex ported enclosure
Video game adapter cable included
Specifications:
Power output: 5.8 watts total RMS, 2.9 watts/ch x 2, 11.6 watts total system peak power
Drivers: Speakers – 3” high efficiency driver
Frequency Response: 90Hz to 19kHz
S/N Ratio: 68dB
Power: AC adapter; UL/CSA approved
Dimensions: (H) 8.5” x (W) 3.75” x (D) 3.5”
iPod Compatibility:
iPhone, iPod Touch 2nd Generation, iPod 4th Generation Nano, and iPod 6th Generation has play back capabilities but will not be charged by this device
iPod Classic (80GB, 160GB, 120GB)
5th Generation iPod with video (30GB, 60GB, 80GB)
iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB)
iPod nano 3rd Generation (4GB, 8GB)
iPod nano 2nd Generation (2GB, 4GB, 8GB)
iPod nano 1st Generation (2GB, 4GB)
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Bigger Is At Least Just As Good AsThe Innovage Jumbo Universal Remote is so big, it makes
my new widescreen tv seem like an old portable. You can program those
large soft touch buttons and it’s great for people who have trouble
reading the tiny print that’s on regular remotes. But, then, those
people probably won’t be able to see our tiny product description.
Guess we sort of shot ourselves in the foot on this one.
Warranty: One year
Features:
Ridiculously Jumbo-sized - Never misplace your remote control again
Manage up to 8 separate devices from one ridiculous remote control
TV, VCR, DVD, TV/DVD Combo, TV/VCR Combo, VCR/DVD Combo, Satellite, Cable
Replace all your remote control with one convenient - yet ridiculous - unit
Compatible with most major brands
Ridiculously Extra-large soft-touch buttons
Universal programming remote is compatible with most major brands of AV components
Code search button discovers device codes automatically
Programmable power off timer
Device code search
Power on/off
Mute
Device select
Channel Select
Device select (TV/DVD; TV/VCR; VCR/DVD)
DVD/VCR/DVR commands
On-screen navigation
Volume control
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Total Inventory Lisquidation”Grab your chum-bucket!” I heard Pa call. “The squids is a-runnin’!” Heart racing, I pulled on my rubber boots, snatched up my gear, and ran down to the tidal pools to meet him. Oh, the squids were thick as nasty pudding that day. The beach was a glittering carpet of their weird, jiggling bodies. I saw all different kinds: There were Common Five-Legged PowerSquids, Yellow-Tips, even the occasional Great White 1080-Joule Squid. There were qray squids, black squids, squids that climbed on rocks… Basically every species I’d ever seen in the area before, all processing in one nightmarish, writhing exodus to the open water.
“Hurry and bag a few!” Pa said. “I’m snagging ‘em two at a time!” And he was. It was incredible to watch. My father was a natural squid-catcher, descended from countless generations of squid-catchers before him. Somehow his knack, his ancestors’ knack, failed to manifest in me. But even a clumsy child like myself could bag squids under these conditions; they were everywhere, practically climbing into my boots.
We were both hauling them in in pairs, my Pa and me. It wasn’t even possible to select the ones we wanted, or which type. We just hooked whichever of the creatures we could reach and stuffed them into our squid-creels as fast as we could, hopeful that when we finally got home, when we finally had a chance to take a look at what we’d scored, we’d discover at least a couple fine specimens.
Oh. there were so many people on the shore that day! What a scene it was. Everyone wanted to be part of the squid harvest.
After Pa and I both made our hauls, we buckled our creels and stood in silence, side-by-side, to watch the last of the slimy mollusks wriggle and slither out to the open sea. I’d seen squid runs before, sure, dozens, maybe. But this time, I think both Pa and I knew we’d seen something special.
And I think we both suspected we might never see such a run of squids again.
Warranty: 90 Day Philips
Features:
5 flexible outlets separate cords that are all adapter spaced accommodate multiple devices without crowding
15 amp circuit breaker, Safeguards against overburdening the surge protector by sensing when the connected equipment is drawing more electricity than the surge protector can handle. It then disconnects from the power, guarding against electrical fires
Master on/off switch controls power to the outlets on the surge protector
Power indicator light, indicates that the surge protector is drawing power from the AC outlet
Available PowerSquids:
Philips SPP1583WA/17 PowerSquid 540 Joules Surge Protector
Philips SPS1596WA/17 PowerSquid Power Strip
Philips SPP1591WA/17 White PowerSquid 1080 Joules
Philips SPP1594WA/17 CX/PH,WH 1080J PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10056600103/17 540J PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10063100206/17 PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10063200203/17 PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10056800103/17 540J PowerSquid Surge Protector
Power Sentry S10057129106/17 PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10062300112/17 PowerSquid
Power Sentry S10063200206/17 PowerSquid 5-Outlet
In the box:
2 Randomly Selected PowerSquids
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Ice hockey's a fine sport and everything, but you know what would make it even more entertaining? A dash of the desperate, brutal atmosphere of the penitentiary. I mean, the sport's all about penned-up psychopaths with bad teeth who will drop you in a second for disrespecting their gang. Why not run with that?
Uni Watch reports that the Las Vegas Wranglers of the East Coast Hockey League did just that with their recent "Prison Jersey Night". The home team in prison stripes, the visitors in orange jumpsuits, the refs in guard uniforms, metal bars on the penalty box - sadly, shivs were not permitted on the ice. Maybe next year.
Of course, one urgent question remains: what body of water is Las Vegas on the East Coast of?
Photo by Matt Moschella, taken from Uni Watch
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Who’s Gonna Drive You Home TonightThere are a lot of you that just can’t drive. So all of you terrible drivers need to just go somewhere else today. Because we have to use the roads too, and frankly, you scare us.Good drivers, though, know that every now and then, you hit that patch of interstate where there aren’t any hills, and there aren’t any cars, and there aren’t any people, and there’s nothing but the urge to pop on a really great song and floor it for a few minutes. And that’s how good drivers get points on their licenses.
So, as long as you promise to use it for good, we’re offering this Whistler XTR-550 Radar/Laser Detector. We’re told this Whistler can handle all the current forms of police radar, but they also spelled it lowercase and we all know RADAR is an acronym so, you know, we;’re just saying. But if they’re telling us the truth, the Whistler XTR-550 Radar/Laser Detector will plug into your cigarette lighter (no battery!) and let you know when that burst is about to poke you like an angry little sister.
Once you’re on the road, you’ll be detecting X, K and Ka radar lasers, as well as POP mode. You’ll have selectable voice alerts and a red text display. Did Knight Rider have a red text display? You better believe it! No, he did. We’re sure of it. It was in the episode with the evil truck. Okay, you know what? You can go sit with all the bad drivers now. Yeah, go on, bye. Sorry. Bye bye.
So for all you good drivers who also don’t want to argue Knight Rider trivia, enjoy this Whistler XTR-550 Radar/Laser Detector. But please please please drive safely. Even if you’re late for a Super Bowl party.
Warranty: One Year Whistler
Features:
Detects X, K, and Ka radar lasers
Also detects POP mode
Selectable voice alerts
Red Text display with adjustable dim or dark modes
Twin Alert Periscope visual alert
Total Band™ Protection – selectable
360° Total Perimeter Protection™
3 City Modes/Highway Mode
High Gain Lens
Stay Alert™
Dim/Dark Mode
Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
Alert Priority
Setting Saver
Vehicle Battery Saver – selectable
Safety Warning System – SWS
Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
Specifications:
Laser Wavelength: 905 ± 10 nanometers (nm)
Operating Temperature Range: -10°C to +70° C (14° F to +158° F)
Power Requirements: Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal
Radar Frequencies:
X Band: 10.500 – 10.550 GHz
K Band: 24.050 – 24.250 GHz
Ka Superwideband: 33.400 – 36.000 GHz
In the box:
Whistler XTR-550 Radar/Laser Detector
Power Cord
Windshield Mount
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At some point in the recent past, we asked you to show us something totally unexpected that will happen in 2009. Hopefully since we have already exposed these unexpected occurrences of 2009, they will be canceled out and forever jinxed from actually happening:
First Place - $100
toby8915 - The New York Times Bifecta
Dang, we already bought our formal wear for the Obama-Clinton wedding. Don't they ever keep their promises?
Dalai Lama Declares War!
Yankees Bailout
Second Place - $50
wantabewooter - Unshakeable Al Gore
Uh uh. No way that tub of lard is gonna freeze.
Third Place - $20
no1 - In the Black
You've come a long way, baby!
Honorable Mentions:
ActorTom - Meet the New Owners
Does this water taste stale?
majit - Brave Toast
It came from a Brave Little Toaster!
tehpwnerer - Star Wars Episode VII
We figure the lightsaber could come in handy as a cane.
Thatposhgirl - Scientists Find God
Southern Baptist spokesman Thomas Doubtingman immediately denies claim as without credible proof. "This belief by the scientific community is simply untestable."
raebee - White House Foreclosure
Whoever buys this on foreclosure would be buying it for the second time. Don't the taxpayers own this already?
cicada - Woot.Store
So is there one item for sale each day? And all those other products in the window are from previous days and therefore unavailable?
Monkey Prize
eHalcyon - Puckers FTW
we did state "totally unexpected" after all. Click and watch it grow.
Money winners, please email your Paypal info to jtoon@woot.com. Monkey Prize winner, please email your shipping address to jtoon@woot.com. If you monkey prize winners really want your monkey to arrive in your mailbox, you should probably quit your jobs and join a convent or a monastery. Then start singing monkey chants in as low voice as possible. Something like this: "O rara cercops, quo vadis? De nihilo nihil. Quo usque tandem abutere, Woot, patientia nostra? Furnulum pani nolo." Honorable Mentioneers may use coupon code HONMEN-FS for free shipping on a future order. Until next time remember: the future is plastic.
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Every week in this space, we’ll take a look at the news and offer
our own incisive blend of commentary, analysis, and poop jokes. The
news you need, from a voice you can trust, in the 90 seconds you have
to spare: that’s Woot Weads the Wire.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (UPI)—Residents
of New Zealand’s Mahia Peninsula said the government has mistakenly a dolphin that frequently visits the coast as a female.
Residents, while reportedly confused, angry, and embarrassed, also feel strangely compelled to see the dolphin again.
MADISON, Wis. (UPI)—A
monster truck show promoter was killed during a show in Madison, Wis.,
when he was run over by one of his giant vehicles, authorities said.
Immediately thereafter, his estate was sued by Monster Cable for trademark violations.
CRAPSTONE, England (UPI)—A
British expert says towns in the country with seemingly rude names,
including Crapstone and Spanker Lane, were named when the words had
other meanings.
Gradual linguistic shifts can also have similar effects on people's names, said noted language historian Aynus Penishead-Jisholm.
TOKYO (UPI)—Japan’s Canon Inc. says it wants its employees to do their bit to help the nation—by going home early and making babies.
The
large corporation also asked employees to spend more time in the
kitchen, and would it kill them to maybe try to pretty themselves up a little for when it came home
from a long day of work?
REYKJAVIK, Iceland (AP)-– Iceland is set to appoint the world's first openly gay woman as interim prime minister — a former flight attendant who rose through the political ranks to become a cabinet minister.
Icelanders hope the appointment puts an end to the misconception among many foreign men that they are merely frigid.
NEWARK, N.J. (UPI)—A
lethal condition that has been killing bats in New York for two years
has spread into New Jersey and Pennsylvania, wildlife authorities said
Friday.
Grant Morrison was detained for questioning, then released after officials noticed it only took him about nine months.
TOKYO (AP)—Blowfish
testicles prepared by an unauthorized chef sickened seven diners in
northern Japan and three remained hospitalized Tuesday after eating the
poisonous delicacy.
However, new band Tokyo Blowfish Testicles enters this week’s Modern Rock chart at Number One with their debut single "Poisonous Delicacy".
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. (AP)—Lee
County authorities say a 24-year-old Lehigh Acres woman taught children
how shoplift then abandoned them when the group was stopped.
After she was apprehended, the woman claimed it was only an improv street theater version of “Oliver!”
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)-- A Florida promotions company has backed off plans to sell a blonde-haired doll bearing the name of slain toddler Caylee Anthony.
However, the company continues to enjoy brisk sales for its Jeffrey Dahmer Commemorative Plates.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP)—Federal grand jurors in Sioux Falls have indicted a man on a charge he sent a package containing animal feces in the mail.
And since that’s basically our business model, all of us at woot.com are rooting for him to beat the charge.
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The Google Street View van took a detour through time recently, capturing these medieval warriors on an unassuming side street in Pittsburgh.
Turns out it was no accident. The LARP swordfight was staged, along with a variety of other tableaux from a marching band to a "Love Laser" to a gigantic plucked chicken, as part of the Street With A View art project. For a brief moment, humble Sampsonia Way was the most interesting street in America - see that moment for yourself in 360 glorious degrees.
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As of now, most common household pets are ineligible for service in the U.S. military. Until this injustice is corrected, the easiest way to see your pets in uniform is through Pets In Uniform, the Internet's leading source for clumsily Photoshopped military pet portraits. For a mere thirty bucks, your puppy or kitty can be transformed into a fearsome warfighter "using the latest digital techniques." And the little darling will never have to spend a minute in boot camp.
Silver fur upon their chests - These are cats, America's best
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The Player
Be careful what you ask for. You might get it.
Kyle, wait. Wait. I can’t relax.”
“What? What is it? I thought you were-”
“No, it’s not you, really. It’s just… I feel like we’re being watched.”
“Watched? That’s crazy! There’s no one here but me and you, baby.”
“I know, Kyle, but I can’t help but… wait… do you see that?”
“See what, baby?”
“Kyle, is that… Oh my God! Kyle! Is that a Polaroid High Definition Digital Camcorder sitting on the dresser?”
“What? No! That’s just… my new… slippers!”
“Kyle! Were you trying to record our most intimate moments at a 720p frame rate to 64 megs of built in storage or an additional SD memory card that isn’t included at the time of purchase?”
“Um… I love you?”
“Kyle, I can’t believe you’d do something like this to me! First of all, the HD format makes for higher quality images which means the lighting in this room is completely wrong. And did you even think to use the built-in white balance feature? Not to mention the arrogance involved in trying to direct yourself.”
“Baby, I didn’t mean to- wait, what did you just say?”
“Do you know how few actors are able to balance directing and acting? Did you even storyboard this, Kyle? Because we’ve already got one Soderbergh in the world, and I’m pretty sure you’re not him. Honestly, can’t you even make an effort here? At least you turned on the anti-shake image stabilization and motion sensor. But tonight’s footage is a total loss.”
“I didn’t know you knew so much about cameras, baby.”
“A woman knows these things, Kyle. Listen, if you want this project to be a success, you’re going to have to start acting like a professional. And I have to insist on script approval. Plus I need rehearsal time and a clear of what motivates me in every scene.”
“But… like, you’re cool with this? I mean, you’re into it?”
“Kyle, I’m not prepared to commit either way until you meet with my representation. But since you and me go way back, I think I can say that I feel I could be convinced to move forward on this one before the end of the quarter. I also like the 5 megapixel digital still photos, because having those is gonna make the marketing campaign very easy to coordinate.”
“Wow, yeah, I guess… I mean, this isn’t really the reaction I was expecting from you, baby.”
“Look, why don’t you work on some storyboards this weekend and then on Monday start making some preliminary calls to location scouts while I go over to your friend’s house- what’s his name? The one that looks like a linebacker because he works out five days a week? With the hot blonde wife?”
“Phil? My best friend?”
“Yeah, that’s the guy. I can get with them and start rehearsing what you and I went over tonight and then next week at the first meeting we can all see what there is to bring to the table and try to synergy. Then we can go from there.”
“You and Phil? And Judy? Why can’t I-”
“You don’t have a SAG card, Kyle, so you can’t actually be present until the paperwork is complete. It could open up some legal issues down the road, and those can tie up the post production. We all want this picture to be a success, don’t we? So you stay here and get some practice with the Polaroid HD Digital Camcorder and think the whole thing through and Phil and I will get back to you at the preliminary meeting on Monday. Okay?”
“Okay, if… I mean… I said I love you, right?”
“You did, Kyle, and that’s great, that’s exactly how you talk to the talent. You’re learning really fast. By next week this is all going to mesh and we’ll be ready to secure our investors. Just keep your eyes on the goal, okay? Don’t get sidetracked with a lot of negative energy. Maybe meet with a Reki specialist or something to get those chakras flowing. And don’t look so sad, Kyle! Didn’t you want to make a movie with me?”
Warranty: 1 Year Polaroid
Features:
Palm sized HD Digital Camcorder captures 720p high definition video (1280×720 @ 30fps)
Also takes 5 megapixel digital still photos in JPEG format (3744×2808, 2592×1944, 1600×1200)
Stores video and images on 64MB built in memory or on an SD/SDHC card (not included)
2.7” bright color widescreen LCD for previewing video and images before you shoot
5x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom
NTSC/PAL/HDMI video output
Motion sensor records only when it detects movement in viewing area
Built in flash with Red-eye reduction (for digital still pictures)
Anti-shake image stabilization
Auto exposure, white balance, focus
10-second electronic self timer
64MB built-in storage
SD card slot for expanded memory (accepts SDHC cards, tested to 8GB by Woot)
Video file format: AVI
File size: approx 40MB per minute of video (25mins per 1GB)
Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/Vista compatible
Dimensions: 4.5" x 2.25" x 2.5" (L x W x H)
Inputs/outputs:
AV out (through included AV cable)
HDMI (mini HDMI output, cable included)
USB (mini USB, cable included)
SD card slot (accepts SD and SDHC cards)
In the box:
Polaroid DVC-00725F HD Digital Camcorder
Wrist strap
USB cable
AV cable
HDMI cable
AC battery charger
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
Photo credit: littledan77
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A Little Spanish FleaYou spend your whole life looking for the right one, and then, just when you give up, there it is. On sale.Welcome to Techluv, where we put the up in upgrade! I’m your host, Pep Winklemore! As you know, the name of the game is to let one lucky lady pick out her favorite from three lucky pieces of technology. And today she’ll be choosing between a HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC, a brand new cutting edge IdonIs, and one of those old handheld video games. Everybody you ready to play? Okay, let’s welcome Julie from Lake Tahoe!
Julie: Happy to be here, Pep!
Okay, the technology is behind that curtain, and you’ve got your questions, so let’s get started!
Julie: Okay, fellas, first question. If we went to dinner, where would you take me?
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: Somewhere nice. Not too nice, because then you might feel like I was pressuring you, but a place that was also fun. Somewhere that my 2.00 GHz AMDTurion X2 RM-70 Dual Core Mobile Processor could really shine.
IdonIs: really I can’t ImagIne that you’d be able to focus on anIthIng but I so I doubt It would matter where I decided to take you because you would certaInly be happy with I.
Space Alert Handheld: I’D TAKE YOU RIGHT THERE AT THE REGISTER! HAHAHAHA!
Julie: Yeah, that one can go.
Space Alert Handheld: I REGRET NOTHING! HAHAHAHA
Just two left now, Julie! Here’s where it gets difficult!
Julie: Question number two, guys. If we went to a club, what song would make you get up and dance?
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: Well, I admit, I don’t dance much, since that might cause my LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support to burn incorrectly, but I am designed to be transported from place to place, so… maybe some really good modern stuff? Something that was fresh, maybe just downloaded over my 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless connection.
IdonIs: I actually have a team of dancer sIhIlouettes who handles that for I. any sort of motIon mIght voId my warranty. you should thInk a lIttle dIfferent.
Julie: Third question. We’re at my place, on the couch. What’s your surefire way to make a move?
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: Gee, it seems like that would be different for everyone, doesn’t it? If there’s one thing I’ve learned from having a 5-in-1 integrated Digital Media Reader it’s that no two cards, or people, are exactly the same. But I guess with you I’d tell you about all the places I’ve been able to travel to, and all the wonderful things I’ve seen, and maybe show you the pictures on my 250 GB hard drive. I think my ATI Radeon HD 3200 card would make them look really nice.
IdonIs: I can’t ImagIne you’d even be able to control yourself around I. WhI would I need to make the effort? and If you weren’t Interested I’d probably just call you fat and bald and stupId and leave. I have a very long waItlIst, you know.
Julie: Last question. A lady like me enjoys feeling safe. What would you do to keep my data safe?
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: Well, my Vista install is already upgraded to Service Pack 1, but I also have an Integrated Fingerprint Reader and a Kensington MicroSaver lock slot, plus I take third party security locks.
IdonIs: I am ImpossIble to open, except by one man in cupertIno, as only he Is pure enough to look InsIde of I. addItIonally, no one wrItes vIruses for I, as I am too beautIful to dare harm. have you seen this sIngle button?
Do you need to think about it, Julie?
Julie: No need, Pep, I’ve decided. I choose the HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC.
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: Really?
IdonIs: what?
Julie: He may not be pocket sized, but he’s got it where it counts.
Guess that’s all the time we have today! We’ll see you tomorrow as we try to make another hot connection on Techluv! Bye, now!
Julie: 3072 MB of DDR2 RAM? Boy, did I luck out!
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Entertainment Tablet PC: I can expand up to 4GB too! I’ll do my best to make you so happy, Julie! I really will! Each and every day! We can even order a copy of Crayon Physics if you want! It isn’t preinstalled on me but it’s still really fun!
IdonIs: julIe, waIt! take a good look at the one button again, julIe! Isn’t that a great button? hey, what If I throw In a cheap prInter? or what If I get sIgned by u2? julIe, be reasonIble, julIe! no one says no to I! what about a twenty dollar prIce drop? hey, don’t walk away! I have a reputatIon!
Warranty: 90 Day HP
Authorized for SquareTrade Extended Warranty
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Features:
2.00 GHz AMD Turion X2 RM-70 Dual-Core Mobile Processor
3072 MB DDR2 RAM, capable of up to 4GB DDR2
ATI Radeon HD 3200 video graphics
250 GB (5400 rpm) hard drive
LightScribe Super Multi 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
12.1” WXGA High-Definition HP BrightView Widescreen Integrated Touch-screen, Convertible Display (1280×800)
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n
Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN
High speed 56K modem
Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g/n
5-in-1
integrated Digital Media Reader for Secure Digital cards, MultiMedia
cards, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, or xD Picture cards
3 Universal Serial Bus USB 2.0
Dimensions: 8.82”(L) x 12.05”(W) x 1.23” (min H)/1.52” (max H)
Weight: 4.56 lbs
Genuine Windows Vista Ultimate 64-bit with Service Pack 1
Security Features:
Integrated Fingerprint Reader
Kensington MicroSaver lock slot
Power-on password
Accepts 3rd party security lock devices
Inputs/outputs:
One ExpressCard/34 slot
3 USB 2.0
1 VGA (15-pin)
1 RJ-11 (modem)
1 TV-Out (S-video)
1 RJ -45 (LAN)
1 headphone-out
1 microphone-in
1 notebook expansion port
2 Consumer IR
In the box:
HP Pavilion tx2525nr Tablet
HP Pavilion WebCam with stereo Integrated Microphones
Mobile Stereo Earbud Headphones (1 pair)
HP Mobile Remote Control
Battery
Power Adapter
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In the shadowy, distant past, we asked you to show us a label for a wine marketed by another tech or web company. Now that we've finally escaped that awful place, and all those messed up celebrities, we're busy sampling the wines that resulted. Among the vintage offerings were these, sure to surprise and delight:
First Place - $100
xexus - xexus.us
"Next up: Xexus 100% organic juices."
Second Place - $50
tim8604 - newegg
Very yolky, slightly sulphurous, just a hint of chicken. Aroma is reminiscent of chickencrap.
Third Place - $20
tehpwnerer - MacWine Air
Is this what cloud computing means?
Honorable Mentions:
hyunelan2 - GM broke as hell Zinfandel
We're not gonna drink it any more!
fedupoldhag - Smoking Gun Apple Wine
Just a hint of oak, very dry. Strong cordite overtones. You might not want to drink this straight from the bottle.
Corrado - Napster wine
Really, more of a house wine...
taipan - Pets.com Investor wine
"Step out of the car please. Cletus, sit. Roll over. Walk that straight line there, please. Close your eyes and touch your nose with your paw. Quit humping my leg." And you should hear what the officer says to the dog!
wantabewooter - Craigslist Garage Sale Pinot Grigio
Sorry, I can't take a check drawn on a Nigerian bank.
Monkey Prize
allcirca - Pirate Bay Pruno
Let's work on making sure nothing like this is ever submitted again, OK?
Money winners, please email your Paypal info to jtoon@woot.com. Monkey Prize winner, please email your shipping address to jtoon@woot.com. Make sure you then go to the next MPWA meeting in your town. You'll eventually need to: Declare that "I am a monkey prize winner. I last scored a monkey prize on January 32nd, 2009 for my Pruno Wine horror. I swear that I will NEVER, EVER submit anything like that horror to ANY online site again. My family all have agreed to restrain me if they ever see such an image on my monitor again. My hard drive has image recognition software that will pixelate any such design. The non-disable-able Speelcheck will filter "pruno" to "Please help me, I am a Monkey Prize Winner and about to fall off the banana wagon"". I have been monkey-clean for 68 days. Honorable Mentioneers may use coupon code HONMEN-FS for free shipping on a future order. Until next time remember: 'I want to go to Miami' is not a wine that will ever be sold at Wine.woot.com.
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One of the richest and most reliable sources of amusement at CES is the signage, branding, and company names of firms from various non-Anglophone countries. Don't get us wrong: we are not, in any way, poking fun at the English language skills of the people responsible for these signs. Our grasp of Chinese is limited to terms like "crab rangoon", so we salute each and every one of them for getting 95% of the way there. Think of this more as a celebration of the beautiful, poetic accidents that arise when cultures intermingle...
More charm? Inspires happiness? Sounds about right to us. Thanks to oddities like these, our travel was light-hearted indeed.
For marginally better English-language prose, check out our CES 2009 blog page.
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Hello and welcome to Village Towne Landing, the tri-county area’s premier apartment community for young professional singles! We hope you’re as excited to move in as we are to have you. To get the most out of your new apartment home, please familiarize yourself with the following community policies and procedures.
HOUSEKEEPING: It’s important that Village Towne Landing offer a sanitary environment to every resident. Excessive filth encourages disease, pests, and immorality. Therefore, residents are required to vacuum all carpets, make all beds, and dust/wipe all counter/table surfaces no less often than daily. Thank you for your cooperation.
VACANT APARTMENTS: If you are leaving town for an extended period, notify the Village Towne Landing management. They will issue you a GPS transmitter so that Village Towne Landing management can be aware of your whereabouts at all times. Any apartment left uninhabited for more than 5 consecutive nights without notice will be considered vacated and listed for rental. Apartment contents will be removed and sold on Craigslist. Thank you for your cooperation.
GUESTS: To gain admittance, all guests must show an official Village Towne Landing Guest ID at the front gate. ID applications may be filled out at the management office between 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Thursday of every month except March and October. The ID fee is $75 and includes a criminal background check, credit history report, Homeland Security background check, drug screening, employment verification, and college transcript report. IDs should be issued within three weeks of application. To ensure the security of our residents, Village Towne Landing security officers have instructions to shoot unauthorized guests on sight. Thank you for your cooperation.
PARKING: All residents are entitled to park in the main lot free of charge. Any vehicle occupying the same space for more than three consecutive hours will be assumed to be abandoned, and chopped up and sold for parts by Village Towne Landing management. Guests are not permitted to park on the premises and are strongly discouraged from bringing their own vehicles. Thank you for your cooperation.
CONTRABAND: Any resident found in possession of illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, firearms, pornography, spray paint, gang-related clothing, foods with excessive trans fats, or a refurbished Sandisk Sansa Clip 1GB MP3 Player will be evicted and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. As some of these items are easily concealed, particularly the ultra-compact Sandisk Clip, your rental agreement includes consent for body-cavity searches at the discretion of Village Towne Landing management. Thank you for your cooperation.
NUISANCES: Any resident causing excessive nuisance will be sanctioned with penalties including fines and eviction. Nuisances include smoking tobacco, honking a car horn, grilling exotic meats, singing in the shower, listening to your Sandisk Clip 1GB MP3 player over a streaming-audio MP3 player dock at excessive volume, and watching television after 6 p.m. In a close-knit apartment community like Village Towne Landing, consideration of one’s neighbors is essential. Thank you for your cooperation.
LAUNDRY: While access to the on-site laundry room is included in your rent, residents are forbidden from using any appliances or equipment located within it, including all washers and dryers. Ask Village Towne Landing management for more details. Thank you for your cooperation.
SWIMMING POOL: Residents dressed in immodest bathing costumes at the community pool may be asked to change their attire. An immodest costume is any one that shows the contours of the private regions of the body in a way that causes Village Towne Landing management to have impure thoughts. Repeated offenses may result in eviction or, in extreme cases, death by stoning. Thank you for your cooperation.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES: In the event of an emergency, proceed to the Village Towne Landing management office. Do not contact outside authorities. We consider any on-site emergency (including but not limited to fire, accidents, stabbings, and rat bites) an internal Village Towne Landing matter and will deal with them discreetly. Outside emergency vehicles will be turned away at the main gate. Office hours are 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Thank you for your cooperation.
Together we can maintain Village Towne Landing as the tri-county area’s premier apartment community for young professional singles. Thank you for your cooperation. And one more thing: welcome home!Warranty: 90 Day Woot Limited Warranty
Features:
1GB of storage space
1” screen size
15 hours of play back
FM Tuner with 40 Presets
Built in microphone
Works with most subscription based music services
Supports MP3, WMA, Secure WMA, WAV, and Audible file playback
Dimensions: 2.17” x 1.35” x .65”
Weight: .92oz
In the box:
Sandisk Sansa Clip m300 1GB MP3 Player
USB Cable
Headphones
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Designing a product for market? Well, when your processor’s as fast as it’s going to get; when your screen’s maximally bright; when you’ve worked all the bugs out of the software and it looks like there’s no other way to improve the thing; here’s what we say: Make it look like an animal.
Now, we’re no fancy-pantsed, high-priced, chew-with-their-mouths-closed Silicon Valley consultants, but we’ve been around long enough to know that people like animals. Otherwise, wouldn’t the Shirt Tales gang have been plants?
HMMN? WOULDN’T THEY’VE?
While you recover from the mindfreaking potency of that bit of steel-plated logic, have a look at some of CES’s most—oh, let’s say “interesting” species of commercial fauna...
This friendly-faced terrapin lights up your garden like a Simon game that someone left out in the yard. It’s solar powered, making it a complete and total waste of slightly less resources!
When shopping for speakers, a lot of people will ask about frequency response or decibel levels or some kind of audiophile jibber-jabber that doesn’t make any sense to us. We simply ask: Is it shaped like an adorably rotund pink hoglet?
An mp3-playing cuddle bear? When we were your age, Teddies Ruxpin used tape cassettes! You never heard of tape cassettes? They were magnetized ribbons on spools that stored audio information until they melted in your car. You kids have it so easy.
This frog could star in an alternate version of that fairy tale, where instead of requiring the princess to kiss him, he asks her to be the seventh caller whenever she hears the K-Mix Song of the Day.
Ooh, this digital picture frame would be perfect for your “Theodore Roosevelt: A Life In Pictures” slideshow.
Certain members of our crew got these awesome little USB flash-drive dinos as giveaways. Other members of our crew came close to cutting those lucky bastards’ throats while they slept and making off with their swag. Hey, jealousy!
If you’d asked us at this time two weeks ago what our dream car would be, we might have said a restored Plymouth Barracuda or something. But that was before we knew about the Jimmy Buffet “Margaritaville”-branded golf cart that looks like a shark, which you drive backward, looking out a windshield implanted in his distended anus.
Finally, there was this cute pigeon pillow—or “rock dove” pillow to the birdwatchin’ set. Made in Brooklyn (a borough that knows its rock doves from its rock dives) it’s a nice way to add a little visual interest to your couch without having to deal with the smeary white residue and disease that real, live pigeons bring with them.
We’re sure all of these products will be huge successes. After all, a recent Bureau of Fictional Animal Research and Testing (B-FART) study shows that consumer goods shaped like animals are 60 to 80 percent more profitable than products that are not. Of course, in that study, the products that were not shaped like animals were shaped like canisters of hazardous biowaste, so further research is probably needed.
More coverage of CES’s Wild Kingdom can be found on our irritating CES 2009 blog page!
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While staying at Encore, we’ve been so busy. Too busy, in fact, to take that Do Not Disturb sign off of the door. We remembered to do that this morning, and when we came back to our nicely cleaned room, we found out what we’d been missing...
free slippers
free papers
free water
free CHOCOLATE
With one little mistake, we were robbed of some high-quality Vegas TLC. And there’s only one thing on which we can place the blame.
This is it, minibar. Tonight, we finish this.
Thankfully, our years of growing up with Indiana Jones movies have prepared us for this moment. Sixty seconds? Plenty of time.
ten
twenty
thirty
forty
Who’s laughing now, minibar?
There are no hidden charges to enjoy our CES 2009 coverage.
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