How many iPod docks are able to make you sound much smarter than you are? The Einstein Sound Master Photon Ball iPod Dock is certainly one of them, but when you realize that the final product is nothing more than a fancy electro-static orb attached to a dock, you'll realize that the real Einstein are the folks behind this who are now $34.99 for your foolishness. Well, at least the colored ball is able to pulsate and flashe to the beat of the music. Apart from playing tunes off your iPod, you can also tune in to the AM/FM radio to find out what the local DJs are spinning, while a built-in alarm makes sure you can wake up on time for work each day.

This is one of the zanier alarm clocks we've come across - the Finger Dance Alarm Clock that will keep on ringing to make sure you get out of bed, unless your fingers are able to hit the correct sequence as depicted by the lights. Definitely great to get notorious slow starters out of bed, and if you hit the wrong sequence, don't expect the alarm to shut off. Not a recommended purchase for those living with a roommate, but if you're single (or married), then you'd best let your more alert other half shut the alarm for you. The Finger Dance Alarm Clock is going for £9.99 - we wonder whether there'll be any moonwalk sequence?

Teclast's latest portable media player, the C500HD is one device that is HD ready, capable of supporting 720p video while featuring an HDMI output that lets you enjoy your downloaded HD videos in 720p glory over a HD reader LCD/plasma TV. Too bad the memory maxes out at just 4GB, making us wonder whether it can even hold an entire movie, so it might be best to stick to short video clips that are best viewed over its 5" display at 800 x 600 resolution.

Babies cry simply because that's the only way they communicate, and seasoned parents will be able to decipher the little one's cries with enough practice and discernment, although it is mostly a guessing affair with the first kid. ThinkGeek goes one step further by offering the Why Cry Baby Analyzer which uses advanced frequency analysis technology that is able to decipher the reason behind your child's crying within 20 seconds - letting you know whether he/she is stressed, sleepy, annoyed, bored or hungry through the LCD display. You can pick it up for $99.99 a pop, and it does cut you some slack through some nights where the incessant crying can be disregarded.

Archos 9 will be one of the next device that will hit the US later this month, where this Windows 7-powered device will come with a 9" touchscreen alongside a virtual keyboard. Folks who are more used to navigation with a mouse, the right side of the device contains an optical trackball and buttons. The Archos 9 will resemble a Mobile Internet Device more than a netbook, where it will run on an Intel Z515 Atom processor, 1GB RAM, Wi-fi connectivity and a 120GB hard drive. There is no word on pricing, but it will arrive later this fall between the $500 to $700 price range.

The Thermaltake PW880i is a new powerful liquid cooling solution that is equipped with a 24cm radiator alongside a couple of 14cm fans, making it ideal for efficient heat dissipation if you happen to be an overclocking enthusiast. The CPU water block is made of pure copper alongside delicate brazing technology, and will support the majority of mainstream CPU sockets including Intel LGA1366 and AMD AM3. The tank and pump can be placed outside the chassis for added and practical advantages - you not only obtain more space within the case itself, while maintenance is made a whole lot easier and convenient.

Sonos' latest CR200 controller comes with a touchscreen display and a charging cradle, making it look futuristic as all get out. No idea on pricing, but it ought to be available in store shelves right about now. There will also be a new bundle by Sonos, where the BU250 ships with the CR200 alongside introducing a slight color change with the zoneplayers hardware so that they will match the new controller. Apart from the cosmetics, everything else within remains the same.

Swimovate aims to introduce a new level of challenge in the pool with the Pool-Mate watch that is able to keep track of your lap counts thanks to its integrated accelerometer. According to Swimovate, the Pool-Mate watch is able to be up to 99.75% accurate in pools longer than 10 meters, so don't bother clocking your laps in a kiddy pool. In addition, other information it is able to keep track of includes overall time, average strokes per lap, speed, distance and calories burned. No idea why the watch has a battery life of just 12 months before you send it back to them to get the battery replaced - why can't they make it simpler and more convenient for the customer? Still, if you want a slightly different watch, then the $114 Pool-Mate is a decent purchase.

Want a HD projector but can't really go out and buy one? Well, why not roll up your sleeves and make one for yourself? That's what the DIY HD projector is all about, where a custom-built version can be yours for no more than €499 a pop, and even so it comes complete with DVI and HDMI inputs for a greater degree of functionality and flexibility. The kit itself will be provided by German firm G&P Optoelectronics, while Maxi’s system will include S-video and VGA connectivity as well. The lamp itself is pretty cheap, costing a mere €20 so you won't have to file for bankruptcy anytime soon as you can now leave it on around the clock.

Pioneer has rolled out a quartet of new home theater receivers that make up part of its flagship Elite lineup. These include the high-end SC-27 and SC-25, alongside the slightly lower-tier VSX-21TXH and VSX-23TXH. All four will share a customized USB/composite cable that enables integration with iPhones and iPods into home theater audio systems. When hooked up, these iPods will be able to be controlled using the systems' remote controls, where content can be sent to 2nd and 3rd zones that have been set up in the home. The SC-series units are powerful enough to reproduce uncompressed Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio soundtracks which are found in movies recorded on Blu-ray discs. As for the Elite VSX-21TXH and VSX-23TXH models use Direct Energy Class A/B amps with hand-picked DSPs. The Pioneer Elite SC-25 and SC-27 will be out this August, retailing for $1,700 and $2,000, respectively, whereas the Pioneer Elite VSX-23TXH and VSX-21TXH will be out later this month for $900 and $700, respectively.

The classic iPod Lego Speaker has been given a new coat of paint - two, actually, as they now come in silver and gold metallic colors, retailing for $25 a pop. Perfect for you to add some much needed bling to your desktop, and best of all is they won't need any batteries since they'll act as power vampires, sucking up juice from your iPod when plugged in via USB. The product description did mention that it is perfect for your bathroom - don't tell me they're waterproof?!

Elonex will be entering the eBook player market with its new eBook reader that comes with a typical 6" display. The design itself isn't outstanding in any way, but then again the competition isn't really anything to shout about anyways. Borders UK will be carrying the Elonex eBook reader on an exclusive basis, where it will find joy within the new Borders eBook Download Store. A 4GB memory card will be able to hold up to 8,000 tomes for your reading pleasure, while the 9mm thin frame ought to be lightweight enough for you to pack this just about anywhere and everywhere you go. Interested? £189 will net you one of these puppies alongside 100 free ebooks, a charger and data cable. [Press Release]

As more and more countries start to outlaw smoking in public, those who love lighting up tend to find it harder and harder to enjoy a smoke apart from their own homes. The FRESH concept sides with the smokers as it is an open smoking booth, where this "bubble" will target airport terminals by filtering smoke air and releasing fresh air instead. A cylindrical glass ash bin with a metal top is located in the middle to keep things neat and tidy. All smoke will be filtered by the arm top where low-pressure air is generated, and the “air wall” will help retain smoke within. The purified fresh air is a result of the FRESH concept, where it will be sent out to the center of the booth from the lower part of the arm.