Fabulous Geek Chic Gadgets (and Giveaways!)
Itzbeen: For the mama to be or any mom is sleep deprived and needs to keep track of baby's sleeping, feeding, diaper changing schedule. Also great for moms with toddlers who are trying to get them back on a schedule and need a timer to set a limit for a single task (countdown to bath time, limiting TV time).
Awarded a JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association www.jpma.org) 2007 Innovation Award and invented by a mom (and dad), it's a no-brainer at $26.99. www.mom4life.com to purchase and check out their site for more mama chic, mama invented products.
Days Ago digital counter: Tired of hiding your permanent markers from your little ones but need to keep track of what's been in the fridge for how long? For anyone watching their food budget or concerned with food safety these are no brainers for their fridge or pantry. Originally developed by two moms to keep track of how long leftover baby food had been stored, it's also great for keeping track of medications, aquarium/pet cage cleanings and garden watering. Attaches easily to containers with a suction cup, band or magnet and has a replaceable battery.
Set of (2) for $10. There is also a special edition in Pink with 10% of the proceeds going to breast cancer awareness. www.daysago.com
(Giveaway Item!) For the Apple/MAC user in your life, Bento 2 is a user friendly organizer that will make any digital mom happy. Made by Filemaker, it's got the complexity of a traditional database but the simplicity and grace of a MAC program. Organize any aspect of your life ranging from your child's birthday party to vehicle records. It's a database program without a complicated database feel and for the diehard Apple fan; it's integrated with the iPhone and MobileMe mail.
Can't beat the price point at $49.00 and for a limited time you can download the free Holiday Pack from the Filemaker site to help organize your cards, gifts and end of year donations.
Visit www.filemaker.com/products/bento to purchase.
(Giveaway Item!) For the photo enthusiast, Corel's newly released Paint Shop Pro Photo 2 Ultimate
is a great addition her software library. It's packed with features that allow you to edit, manipulate and fix photos and provides support for 250 camera formats. My personal favorite is the background remover which allows you to change the background of a photo (think being able to create your own "Find Waldo" with your kid's photos). Create away with this software that allows you to look like a professional and have fun in the process!
$79.99 online at www.corel.com for the full version and $49.99 for the upgrade.
The Aura Mobile BT
by Spracht is a must-have for any mom. The Bluetooth enabled device turns any phone (mobile, cordless, pc/VOIP) into a high quality conference call phone. It's small enough to put in your purse or diaper/laptop bag and works with a wired connection as well. It also has echo and noise cancellations so it's perfect to use in the car even when the little ones are bickering in the backseat. Best of all, the unit comes with everything you need and there's no software to install so it can be used right out of the box. It's small, sleek and definitely geek chic for any mom on your list!
$99.00 at www.spracht.com .
(Giveaway Item!) For all you mommy bloggers out there, the Clickfree Automatic Backup drive is a MUST HAVE! In minutes, it backs up all your files ranging from photos to documents and all you need to do is connect the device to your pc or laptop with the USB cord. No additional software needed and it's small enough to fit in a purse or laptop bag. What makes it so smart is it automatically finds and backups your files, separating them by category (i.e. photos, documents, music) and by PC. The 160GB version is large enough to backup files on 10 different PCs and there are now 250GB, 320GB and 500GB versions available.
For those who prefer to have a hard copy backup, DVD backups are also available and like the drive are "click free"—no additional software to install.
Again, a must-have for anyone who relies on their pc or laptop. Snap one up BEFORE you experience a crash!
$119.99 for the 160GB drive at www.clickfree.com. DVD backups start at $9.99.
Sleek and chic best describe the Jawbone Bluetooth headset. Normally I am not a fan of headsets because they all look so…conventional but I love the Jawbone!
This well designed device looks and feels more like a piece of jewelry or a fancy barrette that you won't be afraid to wear even to the glitziest of holiday parties (just in case the babysitter calls…). Better yet, it charges quickly, comes with several ear loops and ear buds you can get the proper fit.
$129.99 with free shipping from the Jawbone website at www.jawbone.com.
Giveaway Items
- Pick one item (NOTE: ONLY the items with (giveaway items) before their title are giveaways!)
- Comment on why you think it's Geek Chic (note, for the Clickfree, the giveaway will be a 250GB Drive!)
- Let me know who you'd give it to (yourself is fine!)
Contest runs from Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 14 at midnight CST. Winner will be picked via Random.org and must be 18 or over and a US citizen to enter. Need not be a blogger to enter so pass the word around to your family and friends! Good luck!
