Zip around the city with efficiency on a Boosted Mini X Electric Skateboard

NEWS – Okay, so this is pretty cool. And by that, I mean it’s really cool.

Boosted calls it “your new electric vehicle” and they’re not wrong.

With speeds up to 20 mph, the Boosted Mini X Electric Skateboard might replace the need for automobiles for many people in overpopulated cities. (Which is great for the environment, eeeeeeep!!!)

The board is 29.5 inches in length with a Deep Dish deck and a kicktail for ultimate control and maneuverability. According to Amazon, the deck is made from Poplar and Fiberglass, and weighs just under 17 pounds. It has a recommended weight limit of 250 pounds, but Boosted featured Shaquell O’Neal (325 lbs) riding their board on their Instagram page.

Small and lightweight, this is perfect for people who are always on the go.

It runs on 1 Lithium ion battery, which is included. This allows you to go the distance of around 14 miles before needing another charge, and the full charge time is 1 hour and 45 minutes. Tiny but mighty, the Boosted Mini can ascend hills up to a 2o% grade, with great control of acceleration and breaking.

Ride safe and easily because Boosted says, “Smoother and faster than ever, the wheel’s flex profile is soft enough to handle road imperfections, yet firm enough to provide all the grip riders need when it matters most.” It has strong trucks with 80mm lunar wheels.

Does anyone have Santa’s number? I just want to chat…

The remote control was made ergonomically to fit comfortably in your hand. It has 3 ride modes, and each mode includes a special Jerk Filter that allows a careful taper when accelerating or braking, which provides a super responsive, yet predictable ride, from beginner to pro, according to Boosted.

Get moving! Buy yours for $999 on Amazon now.

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Elago’s W5 Apple Watch Stand mimics the original Nintendo Game Boy

NEWS – In the past Elago has made unique nostalgic Apple Watch stands that made the Watch look like a classic Macintosh or iMac monitor. They’re back at it again, but this time their nostalgia is aimed at classic gaming.

The Elago W5 Stand is the successor to their W3, and W4 stands. With the W5 Stand the Apple Watch display lines up perfectly to seem as though it is the display of a classic handheld game console (the original Nintendo Game Boy).

The Watch fits into the stand horizontally, supporting the Apple Watches Nightstand Mode.

Like its predecessors, the stand is made from scratch-free silicone to prevent damage to your Apple Watch and keep it from moving around on your nightstand or desktop.

The stand works with all models of the Apple Watch (Series 1-4, 38mm, 40mm, 42mm, 44m).

The Elago W5 Apple Watch Stand comes in four colors: Red, Jin Indigo, Black, and Light Grey and is available from Elago’s website for $15.99. Currently, only Light Grey and Black are available for purchase.

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Star Wars Christmas – the saga continues…

NEWS – The Star Wars Christmas tree topper not enough for you?  How about a string of Lightsaber lights for the tree?  These lights are from the folks at ThinkGeek, so you know they’re officially-licensed Star Wars merchandise.

The Star Wars Lightsaber String Lights have 20 alternating 3.5″ red and green sabers illuminated by seed LEDs.  The string is 10 feet long, with an 18″ lead wire and 6″ spacing.  The strand of lights is powered by 3AA batteries, so you can use them on a tree, a wreath, or in a window, with no need for a nearby wall outlet.

And since Star Wars isn’t especially Christmas-y, then there’s no reason you can just keep them up all year!

Find the Star Wars Lightsaber String Lights at ThinkGeek for $20.99.

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Star Wars Christmas – the saga continues…

NEWS – The Star Wars Christmas tree topper not enough for you?  How about a string of Lightsaber lights for the tree?  These lights are from the folks at ThinkGeek, so you know they’re officially-licensed Star Wars merchandise.

The Star Wars Lightsaber String Lights have 20 alternating 3.5″ red and green sabers illuminated by seed LEDs.  The string is 10 feet long, with an 18″ lead wire and 6″ spacing.  The strand of lights is powered by 3AA batteries, so you can use them on a tree, a wreath, or in a window, with no need for a nearby wall outlet.

And since Star Wars isn’t especially Christmas-y, then there’s no reason you can just keep them up all year!

Find the Star Wars Lightsaber String Lights at ThinkGeek for $20.99.

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That’s not a moon! That’s a Christmas tree topper!

NEWS – I’m not sure how the Death Star equates to the joyous Christmas season, but who am I to question it?  If Star Wars makes all your occasions happier, then you need a Death Star Tree Topper from Hallmark.  This topper measures 6.3″ x 6.3″ x 6.3″ and weighs 14.25 ounces.  It comes with a remote control that  illuminates the Death Star and has it play the Star Wars: Main Title and The Imperial March.

It also comes with Hallmark’s universal adapter (included) for power, or you can use the optional Hallmark’s Magic Cord to power the tree topper plus six other Hallmark Keepsake ornaments.

The Star Wars™ Death Star Tree Topper is $99.95 at Hallmark.  You can look for it in local Hallmark stores or order it directly from the Hallmark website.

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