And you thought film was dead. The Lomography LomoKino ($80-$100) looks to bring analogue filmmaking back to the masses by letting you record 144 shots on one roll of 35mm film by simply loading it up and turning the crank, giving you 50-60 seconds of LomoMovie. Any type of 35mm film can be used for different effects, and the lomokinoscope... [More]

Finding safe drinking water isn't always as simple as it sounds — so next time you head south of the border, take the SteriPEN Freedom UV Water Purifier ($120) with you. This highly-portable UV water purifier runs off an integrated battery that recharges over micro USB, and can destroy over 99.9% of bacteria, viruses, and protozoa in a standard-sized glass... [More]

Forget Hoverboards and funky sneakers — the real star of Back to the Future's gear smorgasbord was the DeLorean Time Machine ($TBA). One of only three original, on-screen models thought to currently exist, this particular example was used during the filming of Back to the Future III, and as such features both a Mr. Fusion in the rear and the... [More]

The SX-70 is a true legend in the photographic world, as it was the first shooter to take integral instant film, and the first SLR to feature a folding body. The Polaroid SX-70 Camera ($300) isn't a modern remake of this classic — it is the classic, painstakingly restored so it works perfectly — especially with Impossible Project film —... [More]

Despite the proliferation of iPads tablets, there's still a demand for regular ol' eReaders — and the new Sony Reader Wi-Fi ($150) is as good a choice as any. Billed as "the lightest touch screen 6-inch eReader ever," it weighs under six ounces, and features a six-inch E-Ink touch screen, compatibility with common file formats like EPUB, PDF and TXT,... [More]

We've been waiting a long time for the "digital sketchpad" to become reality — and as cool as tablets are, they haven't really been able to nail it. But the Wacom Inkling ($200) looks like it has. It includes a small receiver that attaches to any sketchbook or normal piece of paper and an electronic sketch pen that work together... [More]

If you're watching 3D content, odds are you're being forced to wear some questionably fashionable glasses — so why not make the most of it? Vuzix Wrap 1200 3D Video Eyewear ($500) connects to any compatible video source via component or composite connections, and uses dual 16:9, 852x480 LCDs mounted in the lenses to create the equivalent of a 75-inch... [More]

Most solar chargers are gaudy, plastic things that you wouldn't want anywhere near you when you're trying to look your best. The Dunhill Solar Charger ($TBA) is a happy exception. lightweight and fashionable, its built-in solar panel rotates into an aerospace-grade aluminum body when not in use, can provide up to 30 hours of charge time for a phone or... [More]

When paintball just isn't enough anymore but you don't really want to get into the habit of shooting real guns at your buddies — while being shot at, no less — then perhaps it's time to invest in a StressVest ($2,500 and up). Developed for training use by police and military personnel, this high-end version of laser tag delivers either... [More]

Whether you're planning on a repeat viewing of Dark of the Moon or you're headed in to see the robotic mayhem for the first time, stay true to your inner child by wearing a Transformers 3D Helmet ($10) into the theater. Available in Optimus Prime or Bumblebee models, they contain the same RealD lenses you'll receive at the theater, letting... [More]

There isn't really a good way to describe this Animatronic Triceratops ($350,000). (Looking to construct your own Disneyland boat ride? Have a Michael Jackson-like obsession with childlike things? Don't have the money to pay for CGI on your indie Jurassic Park remake?) So, instead, we'll tell you that it's 20 feet long, weighs over 1,300 pounds, tracks your movements with... [More]

Step one: Make the first fashionable Bluetooth headset. Step two: Make portable Bluetooth speakers more than just geeky add-ons. Step three: Use that experience to make the first lifestyle gadget people will actually want to wear. The Jawbone Up ($TBA) is a small, sensor-loaded wristband that you're expected to wear more or less all the time, so it can track... [More]

Attention all lifestreamers: Ever get tired of holding up a camera all day, or worse yet, wearing some sort of incredibly dorky, Wi-Fi enabled video helmet? ZionEyez Video Recording Glasses ($150) can fix all of that. These semi-stylish shades feature an integrated 720p video camera, Bluetooth to instantly transfer the stream to your iPhone or Android device for uploading, and... [More]

No matter what you keep in your pockets or bag on a full-time basis, odds are you have some keys. Now you can add a bottle opener to that list. The Bottle Key ($11) is a lovely, distressed-looking blank key made from antique brass with a bottle opener built-in, meaning you'll never be bumming openers or destroying someone else's Bic... [More]

Pretty much everyone was expecting the next Nook to be a do-it-all, high-powered Android tablet. Boy were they wrong. The Nook Simple Touch Reader ($140) is aimed at the low-end crowd — not necessarily a bad thing — with a six-inch touchscreen e-Ink Pearl display, built-in Wi-Fi, internal storage for up to 1,000 books with a micro SD port for... [More]

Find the Spyder III blue diode laser to be just a little too wimpy for your needs? Say hello to Wicked's new Sith Series Laser ($600). Using a Spyder interconnector, this double-handed laser sports dual 1W Spyder 3 lasers, which can be used separately or in the Darth Maul-style configuration, ready to decimate eyes, skin, paper, and anything else unfortunate... [More]

It seems simple enough: using your smartphone to keep track of valuable nearby items like your laptop bag or car keys. So why is no one's done it before? The Cobra PhoneTag ($60) does exactly that, using a Bluetooth connection between the included dongle and your iPhone, Android device, or BlackBerry to let you know if your tagged item has... [More]

Whether you're headed to the ball field, golf course, or just wandering the streets like the town drunk, the Beeracuda ($20) can keep you properly lubricated. The insulated sling holds five cans of your favorite beverage, while the shoulder strap offers a built-in koozie for your sixth. Beyond that, it's up to you — we recommend semi-frequent stops at 7-Eleven.... [More]

Find yourself in watching 3D movies at the theater way more than you care to admit? Might as well spring for some Oakley 3D Gascan Eyewear ($120). Billed as "the world's first optically corecct 3D glasses," these semi-shades use Oakley's proprietary HDO-3D technology to virtually eliminate crosstalk and distortion, and offer compatibility with RealD, which is most likely what they're... [More]

Whether you're gearing up for a dark ages reenactment battle, have a penchant for old weapons, or are simply looking for that last little something to complete your basement torture chamber, the Medieval Crossbow ($200) should do the trick. This completely handmade device sports an oak body, a steel arch, and 35 pounds of tension, or more than enough to... [More]