Staff editor

This time of year (or anytime for that matter) is a good time for a gadget like this one. Zibra Open It helps you open those horrible plastic packaging that products all seem to come in these days.

Strong neodymium, silicone and steel fridge magnet that doesn’t have springs or clips to wear out and break.

Super fancy USB flash drives made of exotic “Merbau” wood, silver and natural stones such as amber and striped flint.

Just because it’s almost Winter, it doesn’t mean that you can bask in the sun. This little bracelet will tell you when it’s time to go indoors.

Digital photo frame with built in WiFi. You can email photos to it.

Wireless security camera with night vision and two-way audio.

Oooh, James Bond would love this little gadget. It’s a Tri-band spy ear. Insert a valid SIM card, call it and listen. Nifty!

Nifty little battery holder for your gear bag. It’s available in different colors too :o)

November is Prematurity Awareness Month. This is a gadget for all the expectant mothers out there. The kickTrak allows you to keep a count of your baby’s kicks and contraction intervals.

New eBook reader that has higher contrast than the Sony Reader and supports HTML.

Portable weather resistant safe with a motion sensor and 90db alarm.

Compact florescent bulbs that emits negative ions that neutralize odors.

Doorbell that you can program with your own tones via a USB cable.

Add two 12V sockets to your car and 2 USB charger ports.

Compact size devices that can turn any flat surface into a high quality sound system.

Tiny headphone guitar amp available in three different sound styles: VOX AC30, Classic Rock, based on a UK-made amplifier head, and Metal, based on a California-made high-gain amplifier head.

This laser was designed for military and law enforcement, but is now available to the public. Used properly, it will temporarily overwhelm a threat’s visual senses without causing permanent eye damage.

Drink up with this USB flash drive containing wine cellar management software as well as a guide to the Grand Cru from the Bordeaux area, screensaver and wallpaper dedicated to wine, exclusive ringtones on wine for your mobile phone and privileged access to the BeWineConnected Club.

Tire gauge with LCD display. You can set it to your car’s factory recommended tire pressure, so it will alert you when they are out of range.