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3. V-Beat DrumsticksNo drumkit, no problem

Make a right racket without a drumkit via these motion-sensitive sticks that respond to your walloping as if you were sitting at an invisible drumkit. You even get foot sensors for some bass/hi-hat action. Wearing a gorilla suit is entirely optional.(Requires 4x AA batteries - not included)

£19.95

4. Stylophone OriginalRolf Harris not included

The brilliantly bizarre, totally addictive instrument made famous by everyone’s favourite paint-chucker is back, and it still sounds unlike anything else on Earth. As used by luminaries such as Bowie, The White Stripes and St. Rolf himself, this pocket electronic organ is a musical legend. Skweeeal!(Requires 3x AA batteries - not included. Measures 15.5 x 10 x 4 cm)

£14.95

1. MyTunes MP3 AmpIt’s one louder, innit

Ramp up your rock-cred and Spinal Tap your way to sonic nirvana as you blast out the tunes trapped inside your MP3 player or computer with this quality portable speaker that looks just like a classic guitar amp.(Includes USB and audio cable. USB powered or 3x AA batteries - not included. Measures 12 x 9 x 8 cm)

£19.95

2. Air Guitar RockstarI ain’t got no body

Are you ready to rock? Good, because this infra-red fretboard lets wannabe plank spankers crank out thunderous chords and jam along to preloaded rock classics with-out all that fiddly fingering business. Last one to learn Bohemian Rhapsody is a sissy.(Requires 2x AAA batteries - not included)

BLACK / BLUE / RED £14.95

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Say What?Sense...you...makes...know...it!

‘Step…that’s...for man...small...one!’ Can you unscramble famous phrases from well-known movies, TV shows and events? That’s the challenge in this frantic electronic game where players must rearrange coloured balls until the various words are in the correct order. Perfect for quote bores. brainer a this Buying is no. (Up to 5 players. Requires 4x AA batteries - not included. Measures 31 x 8 x 9 cm)

£19.95

iNo iPod QuizIt’s Kasabian, not Cliff

Name that tune goes hi-tech with this iPod-friendly party game that tests musical knowledge to the max. Simply pop your player in the sphere, grab a wireless remote and buzz in before opponents. Hmmm…was that Britney or Biohazard?(2-4 Players/Teams. iPod not included, but required to play. Requires 6x AA and 4x CR2032 batteries - included. Age 8+)

BLACK / WHITE £59.95

Shocking ThumbWarsAre friends electric?

Can you beat the light patterns and avoid getting a nasty electric shock? Find out in this nerve-shredding, head-to-head game that will have you gurning, writhing, flinching and wincing - and that’s before you’ve even started playing. Nyaargh!(2 Players. Requires 3x AAA batteries - not included. Meas-ures 22 x 8 x 8.5 cm. Warning! Do not use if you suffer from heart problems, epilepsy or similar related illnesses)

£14.95

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Khet, the futuristic game of strategy with an Egyptian twist now has a mezzanine level for even more zaptastic possibilities. Players must position mirrored pieces around the board and activate a real laser beam to ‘vaporise’ opponents. You’ll be hooked faster than you can say Nefertiti. Ra! (2 Players. Requires 4x AAA batteries - included. Age 9+. Measures 44.5 x 36.8 cm. Contains two Class 1 lasers)

1. 3D EXPANSIoN SET £14.952. KHET £34.95

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BezzerwizzerIn the know?

From the nation that brought you Whigfield comes a game of truly trivial proportions. Bezzerwizzer is the Danish smash where victory relies on strategy as much as knowledge, because opponents can steal your categories as well as your points. Trivial Purwhat?(2-4 players. Ages 12+)

£34.95

My MonopolyThis time it’s personal

Why buy Mayfair and Trafalgar Square when you can buy streets and buildings named after friends, enemies or anyone else you can think of? It’s easy because My Monopoly allows you to personalise almost every as-pect of the classic board game. Packaged in a gorgeous presentation tin, My Monopoly is a seriously innovative pressie for weddings, birthdays or any celebration you could think of. Go to Jail. Do not pass Maureen’s Filthy Desk or Bobby’s Kebab Palace.(This product is made to your specification, so please allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Usual 30-day returns offer does not apply to bespoke products, see page 2 for details. This does not affect your statutory rights. An email address is required to customise your order)

£79.95

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Wunderbar Beer Chill DispenserGet ‘em in!

Pull your own ice-cold pints without getting slapped by the landlord with this ultra-sleek electric beer pump. Simply hook up your bevy of choice (using a standard 5 litre keg) and prepare to be amazed as your amber ambrosia is delivered in genuine draught fashion. Time please, gentlemen!

(You must be 18 or over to purchases this product. Includes 5 litre keg of beer. Mains powered. Measures 54 x 30 x 41 cm)

£139.95

R/C Drinks CoolerJeeves, you’re fired!

Surely the best drink-related invention since the bottle opener, this R/C beer cooler is the ultimate gizmo for lazy boozers. Simply fill it with ice and pop in the tinnies. With a 30ft range, it’s every couch potato’s dream.(Holds up to 12 bottles. Requires 6x C and 1 x 9V batteries - not included. Measures 34 x 30 x 30 cm)

£39.95

Bottle BuddyYou just can’t get the staff!

Employ the services of a boozy butler every time you pour wine with this cheeky little bottle-grabbing servant. The ideal drinking partner, Bottle Buddy spouts increasingly witty asides as the vino flows and even gets tipsy as the bottle empties. (Requires 3x LR44 batteries - included)

£12.95

Borat MankiniIs nice!

Jagshemash! Please to be making sexy time with fully-licensed one piece bathing suit I use to cover my khram in hit movie-film. Make funny ha-ha joke for all occasion. One size fit all even if you like big can of Pepsi. I like, you like. High five!(One size fits all)

£8.95

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Stonebake Pizza OvenThe Italian job

Crack out your salami and make like an Ital-ian with this incredibly versatile pizza oven. As well as imparting a unique stonebaked flavour to your favourite circular snacks, it cooks quiches, pasties, omelettes and more. Mamma mia! (Fits up to a 12” pizza. Measures 19 x 33 x 36 cm)

£49.95

Chugalug Drinks FactoryPour Blimey!

Transform your fridge into a wacky drinks mixer with this colourful contraption that looks like something from a Toontown speakeasy. Just sucker-on the funnels and ice chambers, pour in your tipples and watch in awe as your concoction gives in to gravity.(Recommended minimum free area 100 x 36 cm)

£24.95

Chugalug Drinks FactoryPour Blimey!

Beer PongPaaaartyyyy!! (Or something like that)

Can you boing your balls across a table and plop ‘em into one of your opponent’s beer cups, compelling him/her to drink its boozy contents? Actually don’t answer that, just get busy ordering this Stateside phe-nomenon that makes other drinking games look distinctly high-brow.

(Starter set includes 50x cups, 2x ice racks, 3x balls and official rules. Deluxe set includes Starter set plus full size table)

STARTER SET £24.95DELUXE SET £79.95

Condiment GunYou can’t dodge the splodge

D’ya feel saucy? Well, do ya, sausage? Find out with this infantile gun-shaped sauce squirter. Just fill the cartridges and give your chips a proper seeing to. Bang-bang, you’re red…or brown…or yellow. (Includes 2 condiment cartridges, each hold 100ml of sauce. Measures 21 x 15.5 x 6 cm)

£14.95

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Candy GrabberI want candy

Step right up and make a grab for your favourite treats with this carnival-style desktop Candy Grabber. Simply control the claw with the joysticks and capture your prize before the music stops. All the fun of the fair minus the stench of raw diesel!(Requires 3x C batteries - not included. Measures 21 x 17 x 27 cm. *While stocks last)

£14.95

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ChococlockChoc around the clock

At 12 o’clock the time sponsored by Firebox will be…choccy time. But only if you buy this whimsical musical clock that dispenses a scrummy chocolate treat through its mini shutters, on the hour, every hour. Sweet!(Requires 3x AA batteries - included. *While stocks last)

£19.95

Money MonsterMmm…jingle jingle in my belly!

You probably know a few money-grabbing monsters but we guarantee none of them are as funny as this mouthy critter. Simply deposit your shrapnel and notes in Money Monster’s cakehole and you’ll hear countless hilarious phrases. “Money money in my tummy. Uurp!”(Requires 3x AA batteries - included. Measures 19 x 22 x 15 cm. Accepts coins and notes)

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Rock Beat DrumsticksHit me with your rhythm sticks!

Indulge in a bit of crash, bang, wallop with these ingenious electronic drumsticks. Bash them against any surface or play “air” drums in order to create percussive pandemonium of Keith Moon proportions. Built-in speakers blast out different drum noises and you can even play along to pre-recorded tunes.(Requires 2x AA batteries - not included)

£9.95

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Ray Gun Channel ChangerInvasion of the channel blasters

It looks like something from an old sci-fi B-movie, but instead of zapping rubbish actors in pathetic costumes, this comedy ray gun flips TV channels. Simply aim it at your gogglebox and fire.(Requires 2x AAA batteries - included)

£9.95

Sonic GrenadeWakey, wakey, rise and whine!

Dustbin lids and bugles? Pah! Wake up heavy sleepers in style with the spectacu-larly shrill Sonic Grenade. Simply remove the pin, lob it in lazybones’ bedroom and run for cover. Funnier still, victims have to find the pin in order to turn it off.(Requires 3x AAA batteries - not included. Measures 13 x 8 x 6 cm)

£8.95

Laser Challenge ProSet lasers to fun

Calling all starship troopers. This ludicrously sophis-ticated laser tag set features an accurate ‘red dot’ targeting system, LCD scoring screens, removable scopes and a 75m range. Impressive? It’s the ultimate in laser-based warfare. Your move, creep!(Requires 6x AA batteries - not included. Class 1 laser product. Includes 2x guns, 2x barrel extensions, 2x scopes, 1x instructions. Age 8+)

£49.95

scopes and a 75m range. Impressive? It’s the ultimate in laser-based warfare. Your move, creep!Requires 6x AA batteries - not included. Class 1 laser product. Includes 2x guns, 2x barrel extensions, 2x scopes, 1x instructions. Age 8+)

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Rapid Fire RifleThis town ain’t big enough for both of us!

Make a complete Clint of yourself and act out your Wild West fantasies with this rootin’ tootin’ repeater that fires its squidgy ammo in rapid succession. It even ejects empty shells when cocked. Perfect for running pesky sales reps outta town.(Includes 6x foam darts and 6x shells. Measures 5 x 19 x 73 cm)

RAPID fIRE RIfLE (SINGLE) £14.95BATTLEPACK (PACK of 2) £24.95

i-cy PenguinWaddle they think of next?

Forget buckets of fish – this interactive penguin lives on music. Play some toetap-pers and watch as it flaps, waddles, flashes and changes mood according to the music it hears. i-cy even reacts to touch and func-tions as a speaker for your audio player. A truly glacial groovemeister! (Requires 2x AA batteries - not included. Measures 9.5 x 11.5 x 7 cm)

£12.95

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Moshi MopodsMonstrously cute

Moshi Monsters are playful little creatures you can adopt online,

but they’ve somehow muscled in on the world of mobile acces-

sories. Each weird but wonderful dome dwelling character

wiggles and spins when a call or text comes in. We feel a global craze a-coming!

(Measures 6 x 2.3 cm. Compatible with GSM networks including O2, T Mobile, Orange, Virgin, and Vodafone. Not compatible with the Three/3G network. Requires 2x L1154batteries - included)

£4.95 each

UBFunkeysFunkiki Island TribeGet Funkey in a whole new world!

If you thought Funkeytown was a blast, wait until you visit Funkiki Island. It’s a whole new world that can only be unlocked when you connect these all-new UBFunkey tribes to your computer. As ever, the rarer the UB-Funkey, the more crucial the zone it unlocks.Virtual genius!(Starter Pack required. Starter pack includes docking station plus two UBFunkeys. For more informationsee www.firebox.com/funkeys)

UBfUNKEY £4.95 eachSTARTER PACK £14.95

Magnetix iCoasterRock and roll. Literally

Build and operate your very own magnetic roller coaster with this thrilling set that lets you construct various extreme configurations. A studio box lets you add preloaded music as your balls rocket around the track, and you can even plug in your MP3 player. What a rush!(Requires 4x C batteries - not included. Age 6+)

£79.95

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Geyser TubeThar she blows!

If you must conduct crazy experiments with mints and

fizzy pop, you might as well do them properly.

How? Follow the huge US craze and load Mentos into this bot-tletop contraption and pull the pin. As the sweeties react with the soda, a powerful geyser blasts up to 30ft in the air. (Measures 2.5 x 16 cm. Includes pack of Mentos mints, diet Coke bottle not included)

£4.95

StrawzYou suck!

Straight is great but bendy is better, particularly when it comes to straws. And with this DIY kit you can create the most ludicrously complex, multi-drink slurping system in history. Part construction set, part utterly infantile drinking doodah, Strawz will keep thirsty engineering-wannabes busy for hours.(Contains 16x straw pieces and 20x rubber connectors)

BLUE / oRANGE £9.95

Echo BotMessage in a monster

It might look like a wacky one-eyed alien with bendy legs – and it is. But Echo Bot is also a stealth voice messenger. Simply record your message via the built-in mic and this lovable thingamabob plays it back the moment it detects movement. Ideal for in-sulting/serenading/freaking-out passers-by.(Records messages up to 10 seconds. Detects movement up to 1 metre. Age 8+)

£6.95

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Screaming Flying MonkeyLook out, incoming monkey!

Surreal, shrill and magnificently pointless, this mental monkey flies a good 25ft or more, issuing blood-curdling simian screeches along the way. Simply pull back his super-elasticated bungee arms and let him go. Monkey business? More like monkey lunacy. Oo-ooh!(Measures 32 x 27 x 6 cm - unstretched)

£4.95

Busbi Video CameraClumsy skateboarder not included

Forget complex camcorders with instructions thicker than a Big Brother housemate. The point and shoot Busbi captures footage and uploads it in a flash. Featuring a 2” LCD screen, TV connectivity and easy peasy edit-ing software, it’s the cam that can.(Includes 1GB SD card. Requires 2x AA batteries - included)

£34.95

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shrill and magnificently pointless, this mental monkey flies shrill and magnificently pointless, this mental monkey flies a good 25ft or more, issuing blood-curdling simian screeches along the way. Simply pull back his super-elasticated bungee arms and let

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Cube World Series 4World of sport

Watch out Cube World - a new gang of sporty mischief makers is about to hit town. Slugger loves baseball, Kicks is a soccer fan, Grinder is a BMX dude and Slam is a hoop-shooting basketball freak. As ever, the more you stack, the more they interact. Game on!(Batteries included. Cube measures 4.7 x 4.7 x 4.7 cm)

SLUGGER & KICKS £14.95SLAM & GRINDER £14.95

Finger DrumsGive it some wallop!

Perfect your paradiddles and make a right Ringo out of yourself with this miniature desktop drumkit. Simply tip-tap the drums and cymbals with your fingers and the kit responds with various realistic sounds. You can even record your rhythms and rolls. Ka-boom-chi!(Requires 3x AAA batteries - not included. Measures 17.5 x 9 x 13 cm. Age 5+)

£9.95

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R2-D2 Whizz WatchWhat me, geeky?

Quite possibly the geekiest gizmo in the galaxy, this desktop R2-D2 is controlled via a special wristwatch transmitter. Ideal for executive Star Wars fans with everything, this is the droid you’re looking for. Chirrup, beep!(Requires 4x LR44 button cell batteries - included. Age 3+)

£14.95

Desktop Warfare KitsLook out...incoming boiled sweet!

Get medieval or even Roman on thine workmates with these work-ing Catapult and Trebuchet kits. Comprising pre-cut wooden com-ponents, slings, strings and quality things, each ready-to-assemble slinger will lob your projectile of choice in a seriously authentic fashion. Thy knoweth it makes sense!(Catapult measures 25 x 19 x 14 cm, Trebuchet measures 34 x 19 x 14 cm,when assembled)

CATAPULT £14.95TREBUCHET £14.95

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Henry Desktop Vacuum CleanerThis really sucks

Life’s too short to waste time cleaning fluff-flecked keyboards, so why not let this cute little desktop vacuum do it for you? Based on the best-selling sucker, Henry will keep smiling as he clears your work area of pesky particles. (Requires 2x AA Batteries - not included. Measures 9.7 x 9.5 x 8.7 cm)

£9.95

Thinking PuttyBend me, squish me, anyway you want me

This amazingly amorphous goo stretches, boings, tears, melts, shatters, snaps and lifts print from newspapers. Fascinated? You will be because it’s impossible to stop fiddling with the stuff. There’s even a magnetic variety. Strangely attractive? Absolutely!(Colours may vary. Measures 8.5 x 8 x 7 cm)

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Sharp-EndA bum gift

Put your pencil where the sun don’t shine with this truly infantile sharpener. Simply insert your pencil (ouch!) and give it a twist. The cat then lets out an indignant meow and the shavings fall neatly into the included litter tray. That’ll teach pusskins to act all aloof! (Battery included. Measures 12 x 15 x 5 cm)


Flip Flap QFunky faux-liage

If you think plastic plants belong in the George and Mildred museum of 70s kitsch, think again. These super cute solar powered pot plants wiggle, jiggle and sway when ex-posed to light and they never need watering. Green fingers? Who needs ‘em! (No batteries required. Measures 9.5 x 9 x 9 cm)

£7.95

R/C Ducati DesmosediciLean machine

Rossi wannabes will go gaga over this incredible rechargeable R/C bike, as its leg-popping, head-turning, seat-shifting rider actually leans into corners to balance the machine – no stabilisers required. Simply set the skill level and get ya motor runnin’.(Requires 4x AA batteries - included)

CHANNEL A £59.95CHANNEL B £59.95

PicoZ Sky Challenger Battle PackHelp! I’m going down!

These beam-blasting whirlybirds make aimless woka-woka-ing look really wimpy. A direct hit temporarily disables your recharge-able chopper, so you’ll need real skill to stay airborne. Look out, incoming 3 o’clock!

TWIN PACK £39.95

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Black Ghost HelicopterGood for your stealth

This ominous looking IR chopper is ideal for conducting covert missions around the home and office. Featuring super stable flight characteristics, the palm-sized Black Ghost looks meaner than a flying shark. The only thing missing is the weaponry. Darn!(Remote control requires 6x AA batteries -not included)

£19.95

Goodyear BlimpUltimate indoor flying machine

Master the controls of this awesome Zeppelin-esque helium airship and you’ll soon have it flying through doorways, floating up stairs and even hovering along at a pet-bothering couple of inches above the carpet.(Requires helium, 1x CR123A & 1x 9v battery - not included)

£39.95

R/C Ducati DesmosediciLean machine

Fast UK delivery - including next day (All remote controls require 6x AA batteries - not included, unless otherwise stipulated)

TandemZ-1 Micro Chopper Novices need not apply

Pretend you’re delivering troops to the coffee table with this micro chopper based on a Chinook tandem rotor helicopter. Featuring unique tilting rotors, this is one helluva challenging bird to fly - but that’s what makes it so addictive.

oRANGE / RED / BLUE £34.95

PicoZ Atlas A new direction for micro choppers

Spearheading the next generation of micro ‘copters, this highly manoeuvrable rechargeable whirlybird can hover like never before and features a ‘turbo boost’ function for continuous fast forward flight. Even if you don’t like flying, it’s worth buying just to flummox the cat.

RED / BLUE / GREY £29.95

PicoZ Micro HelicopterSmall chopper, big fun

Swoop by superiors and touch down on the boss’s bald patch with this astonishingly titchy rechargeable infra-red chopper. Ideal for indoor flights, the ready-to-fly PicoZ is virtually crash resistant. Which is handy.

RED / BLUE £19.95

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PalmZ Micro PlaneOpen skies? Who needs ‘em!

Fly through the air with the greatest of ease without getting off the sofa with this incredible miniature IR controlled plane. Specifically designed for indoor use, the ultra-light, rechargeable PalmZ is amazingly manoeuvrable and it’s tri-band system allows three planes to fly simultaneously. Dog fighting over the dinner table has

never been easier!

oRANGE / GREEN / BLUE £12.95


DVD/Money MazeSledgehammer sold separately

Giving cash, DVDs, games or CDs is a tad generous, so why not make recipients work for their pressie by locking it in one of these fist-gnawingly perplexing puzzles. It’s more infuriating than June Sarpong’s voice and the Sopranos finale combined.(DVD Maze measures 23 x 17.5 x 6 cm, Money Maze measures 9 x 9 x 9 cm)

1A. DVD MAZE £14.95 1B. MoNEY MAZE £9.95

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The Daddy Wine PuzzleCruel to be kind

Dad won’t know whether to thank you or throttle you because these fiendish gift sets contain a highly quaffable bottle of Rioja, trapped within a seemingly impenetrable wooden puzzle. Choose from the Standard Vice or Deluxe Original. Aargh!

(You must be 18 or over to purchase this product. Includes Don’t Break The Bottle and a 75cl bottle of Castillo de Anna Gran Reserva 2000)

2A. STANDARD £24.95 2B. DELUXE £29.95

Magic CubeIt’ll make your brain ache

The most irksomely addictive puzzle in history is back, and this time it’s crammed with LEDs. Press the buttons to change the colours and match up the panels. Failing that, use it as a portable mood lamp. Aargh!(Requires 3x AAA batteries - not included. Age 8+. Measures 7 x 7 x 7 cm)

£39.95

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iWine PuzzleThirst for knowledge?

Is it a bottle of wine or an interactive quiz for vino lovers? iWine is both because its labels peel off to release various aromas. Your mission is to identify the mystery grape variety and complete the blind tasting challenge.

(You must be 18 or over to purchases this product. Includes 1 x 75cl bottle of wine. Measures 34 x 8.4 x 8.4 cm)

RED / WHITE £17.95

K-DronMultifaceted mind mangler

K-Drons are complex shapes discovered by Polish visionary Janusz Kapusta (no, us neither) and they’re what you’ll be using to complete various patterns in this ludicrously compelling headscratcher. With 72 increas-ingly difficult challenges, K-Dron is set to drive you shape crazy.(Measures 6.6 x 6.6 x 3.7 cm. Age 7+)

£6.95

Postcode PuzzlesPersonalised puzzles of your very own locale!

Like all the best ideas Postcode Puzzles are brimming with “Why didn’t I think of that?” factor. Sadly, you didn’t, so listen up. These absorbing map-style jigsaws are personalised to feature the area surrounding your favourite address. Simply send your postcode and leave the rest to us.(Please see the website for instructions and delivery details. 255pcs measures 35.6 x 27.1 cm, 400 pcs measures 47.2 x 31.2 cm)

3A. AERIAL 255 PCS £22.953A. AERIAL 400 PCS £29.953B. LAND 255 PCS £19.953B. LAND 400 PCS £27.95

Ramisis Mummy, help!

More Egyptian-themed puzzling awaits those who dare tackle Ramisis, the latest ludicrously tough brain-mangler from the sadistic fiends behind Isis. Release the light within this beautifully-engineered pyramid to discover treasure and unlock the secret of Ramisis. Ra!(Measures 15 x 15 x 15 cm. Weighs 950g)

£149.95

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LockLiteQuit fumbling

Transform your door key into a mini torch with this nifty device.

£4.95

Tooth TunesBrush ‘n’ roll!

A toothbrush that transmits hit music into your head. Yes, really!

£7.95 each

Solar KeychainTalking on sunshine

Keep your mobile juiced-up with this titchy solar charger.

£14.95

Hot PacksWell the weather outside is frightful...

Keep fingers toasty with these take-any-where packs of magical gloop.

TWIN PACK £4.95

EgglingsCracking idea

Crack the ceramic shell, water and wait. Hey presto, a plant!

£5.95 each

Lump of CoalBah, humbug!

It’s coal. In a tin. Oh well, ‘tis the season to be stingy!

£4.95

WaterbuoyOh buoy!

Automatically inflates and flashes within seconds of hitting the water. Hofftastic.

£11.95

Spotlight TorchThe car lighter light!

This handy waterproof torch plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter. Highly illuminating.

£12.95 each

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Emergency ChargerAA (battery) to the rescue!

Charge up your iPod or mobile via this nifty battery-operated tube.

£6.95

Stress PillsSqueeze me, please me, ease me

Don’t just feel your pain, squish it till the tension vanishes.

£4.95 each

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Paint Your OwnCow ParadeWanted: Budding Moochelangelos and Picowsos

CowParade is an international public art exhibit where cow sculptures are decorated by local artists. And now you can join in the fun by customising your very own mini resin moo-cow. With 8 water-based paint tubs and a quality paintbrush the possibilities are udderly endless. Moooo!(Measures around 15 x 11 cm. Contents: 1x resin cow, 6x water based acrylic paints and 1x paint brush)

£14.95

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Caravan BirdhouseCarry on nesting

You normally only see birds and caravans together in ancient Carry On films. But now, thanks to this deeply ironic caravan-shaped birdbox, feathered-friends will be able to nest like genuine 70’s holidaymakers. The perfect garden accessory for style savvy bird-lovers everywhere. Tweet!(Measures 24 x 18 x 15 cm)

£14.95

Maggie Nut CrackerThis lady is not for turning – she’s for cracking nuts!

Entrusting your nuts to the Iron Lady might seem foolhardy but in the case of this amus-ing cracker it makes perfect sense. Busting open brazils will never be the same. Ouch!(Measures approximately 20 x 5 cm)

£9.95

Create Your Own CanvasFrom photo to fine art

Forget pricey workshops, now you can trans-form any photo into a professional-looking textured canvas print with this easy-to-use kit. Includes everything you need to create a modern masterpiece. Beret and poncy goatee not included.(Contents: 1x 8”x10” Stretched Canvas, 1x Smart Film Sheet, 1x Smart Film Applicator, 1x Texture Brush, 1x Instruction Sheet)

£9.95

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Hanging Alarm ClockA reel pain in the eardrums

Incapable of getting up? Every time you hit the snooze button on this dangling alarm clock, it climbs higher up its cable. To add to your misery it flashes as its piercing siren wails. You’ll be hitting the roof. Almost.(Alarm diameter: 10 cm. Cord Length: 90 cm. Requires 3x AAA Batteries - not included)

£19.95

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Terry TurtleGo shove your *&@* up your ***!

Making Gordon Ramsay sound like Sir Cliff, this potty-mouthed, motion-sensitive reptile really needs to wash his mouth out. Ideal for insulting passers-by, Terry is pre-loaded with over 25 highly, erm, original expletives. Oh, f%*$!

(WARNING: Parental Advisory; Suitable for ages 18 years and over. See page 2 for details)

£17.95

Bubblewrap KeychainPop goes the keychain

Fist-gnawingly addictive, this electronic gizmo uses regenerating buttons to simulate the feel and sound of popping bubblewrap. To add to the fun you’ll hear a random noise roughly every 100 pops.(Age 3+. Measures 4.1 x 4.4 x 1.6 cm)

VARIoUS CoLoURS £6.95 each

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Crap TrumpsThey really aren’t very good at all

Forget about supercars and dragsters, Crap Trumps is the tongue-in-cheek card game that’s all about the motor industry’s most misguided creations. Dump my ride? Yes please!(Measures 7.2 x 11.4 x 2.3 cm. For 2 or more players)

VARIoUS £6.95 each

Critter Cruiser and HamtrackOn your paws, get set, scurry!

Furry friends will go squeak over this fantastically silly exercise car as it’s powered by a built-in hamster wheel. No really! You can even construct a racing circuit using the special Hamtrack. Gerbils, hamsters and rats will love it. (We think).(Critter Cruiser colours may vary. Hamtrack measures 61 x 122 cm. Critter Cruiser: 30 x 17 x 14 cm)

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Subbuteo CufflinksIt’s all in the wrist

Pay tribute to the greatest pretend football-ers ever (no, not the England squad) with these hip cufflinks that are exact replicas of original 70’s Subbuteo figures. Officially licensed, they make other football-related shirt-fasteners look clumsier than a Lampard/Gerrard midfield.(Cufflink measures 3 x 2 x 2 cm)

1A. GoALKEEPER £19.952A. fooTBALLER £19.95

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Shape-up Alarm ClockWorking-out the time?

Wake up with a workout, even if you can’t be bothered, with this dumbbell-style bully of an alarm clock that won’t stop buzzing until you’ve done 30 reps. Suffer!(Requires 2x AAA batteries - not included. Weighs 660g. Measures 17 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm)

BLACK / WHITE £19.95 each

Extreme Dog ToysBite me!

Bones are boring so why not give hyperac-tive bow-wows something mucho feisty to sink their teeth into? This talking dog toy resembles a mexican wrestler and it will heckle pooch with amusing outbursts the second he picks it up. Nice bodyslam!(Measures 34.5 x 16 x 9 cm)

CLoWN / WRESTLER / ZoMBIE £12.95

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Jimi WalletsThe hard man of wallets

Bored of cracking your credit cards? This super-slim translucent wallet is the an-swer to your prayers. Crafted in tough 100% recycled plastic the Jimi can accommodate cards, cash and little pictures of Peter Andre. (Well, you never know). Ideal for sporty-types.(Measures 11 x 7 cm)

BLACK / BLUE / CLEAR £9.95

Plop TrumpsWhat a load of…

Is dog poo smellier than camel crud? Is kestrel dung harder than python plop? Find out in this fascinatingly absurd card game where players must out-yuk each other in various poo-related categories. It’s the business!(For 2 or more players. Measures 6 x 9.2 x 1.5 cm)

£5.95

Subbuteo CufflinksSubbuteo CufflinksIt’s all in the wrist

Pay tribute to the greatest pretend football-tribute to the greatest pretend football-ers ever (no, not the England squad) with ers ever (no, not the England squad) with these hip cufflinks that are exact replicas these hip cufflinks that are exact replicas of original 70’s Subbuteo figures. Officially of original 70’s Subbuteo figures. Officially licensed, they make other football-related licensed, they make other football-related shirt-fasteners look clumsier than a shirt-fasteners look clumsier than a Lampard/Gerrard midfield.(Cufflink measures 3 x 2 x 2 cm)

1A. GoALKEEPER £19.952A. fooTBALLER £19.95

Shape-up Alarm ClockShape-up Alarm ClockWorking-out the time?Working-out the time?

Wake Wake up with a workout, even if you can’t be bothered, with this dumbbell-style up with a workout, even if you can’t be bothered, with this dumbbell-style bully of an alarm clock that won’t stop buzzing until you’ve done 30 reps. Suffer!bully of an alarm clock that won’t stop buzzing until you’ve done 30 reps. Suffer!(Requires (Requires 2x AAA batteries - not included. Weighs 660g. Measures 17 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm)2x AAA batteries - not included. Weighs 660g. Measures 17 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm)

BLACK / WHITE £19.95 each

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Jimi WalletsJimi WalletsThe hard man of walletsThe hard man of wallets

Bored of cracking your credit cards? of cracking your credit cards? This super-slim translucent wallet is the an-This super-slim translucent wallet is the an-This super-slim translucent wallet is the an-swer to your prayers. Crafted in tough 100% swer to your prayers. Crafted in tough 100% swer to your prayers. Crafted in tough 100% recycled plastic the Jimi can accommodate recycled plastic the Jimi can accommodate recycled plastic the Jimi can accommodate

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The WineRackMy cups runneth over

Girls – if you must improve your bust, do it with this stealth wine dispenser. As well as letting you guzzle from your gazongas on the sly, the WineRack increases your cup size by two full cups. Nice rack!(Please drink responsibly. Size Guide: Small fits 32A-36A. Medium fits 34B-38B)

SMALL / MEDIUM £19.95 each

Senz Stealth UmbrellaYou won’t be blown away

Forget embarrassing umbrella incidents – this revolutionary rain repeller utilises futuristic stealth-bomber styling to prevent it blowing inside out. In fact it can withstand gale force gusts. With weather like ours, you know it makes Senz!(Compact measures 61cm, full length measures 78 cm. 27 cm when folded)

CoMPACT £29.95fULL LENGTH £34.95

GorillapodYour camera’s flexible friend

Don’t go ape trying to stabilise your camera on tricky surfaces - this über-flexible tripod will cling to branches, rocks, chair legs and anything else you’d care to think of. Magnificently bendy yet ultra-stable, Goril-lapod is the ultimate snapper’s companion. Say sausages!(Camera not included. Compact max load 45g. SLR max load 800g)

CoMPACT BLUE / GREY £14.95 SLR VERSIoN £39.95

Camera Wrap and Micro TripodIt’s a wrap. Sort of

As well as protecting from bashes and bumps, this ingenious lightweight wrap features an integrated tripod to steady your camera on all kinds of tricky surfaces. It’s like having a camera assistant in your pocket without the bulge.(Fits most compact cameras. Case laid flat measures 22.6 x 11.9 x 0.3 cm, Tripod measures 9 x 1.9 x 0.5 cm. Camera not included)

BLACK / CHARCoAL £19.95

Bubba KegMmm…cold beer

Already an American institution, this mighty, double-insulated, flip-top keg keeps drinks icy cold or piping hot for a whopping 12 hours, and features a built-in bottle opener. Ideal for roving tea drin…what are we say-ing? This Bubba’s for beer! ‘Urp!(52oz holds 3.25 pints. Measures: 20 x 17.5 x 13 cm. 72oz holds 4.5 pints. Measures: 23.8 x 18.5 x 15.5 cm)

52oZ £11.95 72oZ £14.95

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Senz Stealth UmbrellaSenz Stealth UmbrellaYou won’t be blown awayYou won’t be blown away

Forget embarrassing umbrella incidents embarrassing umbrella incidents – this revolutionary rain repeller utilises – this revolutionary rain repeller utilises futuristic stealth-bomber styling to prevent futuristic stealth-bomber styling to prevent it blowing inside out. In fact it can withstand it blowing inside out. In fact it can withstand gale force gusts. With weather like ours, you gale force gusts. With weather like ours, you know it makes Senz!know it makes Senz!(Compact (Compact measures 61cm, full length measures 78 cm. 27 measures 61cm, full length measures 78 cm. 27 cm when folded)

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Despair Calendar 2009If at first you don’t succeed, give up!

Inspiring messages? Boring! What you need are a few words of discouragement. And here they are in this hilarious but disturb-ingly spot-on calendar. Filled with myth-exploding messages, the Despair Calendar is ideal for underachievers, loafers, cynics and anyone who hates smarmy motivational proverbs.(Measures 30.5 x 28 cm)

£12.95

CD Wall TilesPop goes art

An ideal gift for anyone with a CD collection (ie: you) these ingenious transparent frames allow you to display your favourite CDs and move them around at will without ruining the wall. Creating eye-catching musical mosaics has never been easier. Anyone seen that Shatner CD?(Contains 9 Tiles and Spacers)

BLACK / CLEAR £9.95

Neverlate Executive Alarm ClockNapper’s delight

Possibly the cleverest alarm clock ever to buzz you out of boboland, this fully customisable waker-upper features separate ‘his and hers’ 7-day alarm schedules, nap timer, gradual wake function, digital FM/AM radio and…we could go on but you might fall asleep.(Measures 12.7 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm. Mains powered with battery backup)

£39.95

Desktop Coffee MakerCoffee pronto

Make dozing off at your desk a thing of the past with this compact coffee maker that delivers delicious filter coffee in 30 seconds. Perfect for lazy bean lovers who want their daily fix without pestering the work experi-ence sap.(Mains powered. Includes 2 mugs, Firebox mug not included)

£19.95

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MomSpitInspired by the original

This nattily named, no-rinse soapy stuff is ideal for eliminating milk moustaches and chocolatey fingers on the move. Apparently it’s great for kids too (yes, of course CEOs drink milk and scoff choc).(2oz bottle measures: 12.7 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm)

£5.95

Pole Aerobics KitFlaunt yourself fit

No sniggering at the back because prancing around a pole (metal rod, not chilly extremity of the earth’s axis) is an exciting and effec-tive way to work out. This easy to fit, fixing-free kit even comes with an instructional DVD. Phew!(Includes 3 piece dance pole, Pole Aerobics DVD and carry/storage bag. Pole extends from 2.2-2.6 metres. Age 16+. Model not included)

£79.95

Scents of Time PerfumeSo that’s why Cleopatra was so popular

Forget Paris and Milan, these gorgeous fragrances recreate scents used during the glory days of Ancient Egypt and Pompeii. Reconstructed using recently discovered formulas and preserved samples, Scents of Time make stunningly original gifts. Mmm…Kyphi incense!(Maya, Neufar, Pyxis are female perfumes available in 50ml bottles. Ankh is unisex available in 100ml bottle)

From £44.95

Gelicity Spa Jelly BathSlip into something more comfortable

Taking bath time to new heights of decadence, these miraculous granules transform normal bath water into thick, luxe gel. Infused with lavender, jasmine and bergamot, Spa Jelly Bath retains heat three times longer than water so you can soak yourself silly. Sheer bliss.(Requires a bath and hot water. Contains Gelictiy “gel former” pack and Gelicity “dissolver”. One use only. Not tested on animals. Measures 8.5 x 8 x 7 cm)

£9.95

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Mr Men Interactive

Whether you’re feeling seriously soppy or deeply ironic, these talking Mr Men are just the ticket. Complete with comedy traits, silly catchphrases and, in the case of Mr Tickle, spinning arms, they make ideal pressies for kids, collectors and infantile adults.

MR. RUDE £19.95MR. BUMP £19.95MISS CHATTERBoX £19.95MR. STRoNG £19.95MR. TICKLE £34.95

Come and play, everything’s a-okay

‘Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street?’ No, but we can take you on a nostalgic wander down memory lane with these mega-cuddly plush dolls modelled on some of the show’s best-loved characters. What muppets!(Choose from Bert, Ernie, Cookie Monster, Elmo, Oscar the Grouch. Measure approximately 30 cm high)

From £12.95

Rejuvenated rock stars

Display your geekish knowledge of obscure Henson goings-on by snuggling up to a Fraggle. These cuddly dolls are based on the quirky, cave-dwelling critters from the hit 80s TV show, Fraggle Rock, and they’re just as lovable as you remember. (Mr Mackay off Porridge not included).(Choose from Gobo, Red, Wembley. Measure approximately 35 cm high)

£14.95 each

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1. My Own MorphWhere’s Mr Bennett when you need him?

tony hart’s mischievous Plasticine sidekick is back, and it’s your job to make him. this memory-jogging kit comes with all the gubbins, including fun accessories and an instructional DVD containing 15 classic Morph adventures. Now let’s look at the gallery.(Includes 3 blocks of Plasticine, 5 accessories, instructions and DVD with 15 Morph episodes. Ages 3+)

£9.95

2. 80s Action R/C CarsThe stars were the cars

escape to the la underground then take a shadowy flight into the dangerous world of a man who does not exist, via these R/C vehicles from two of tV’s greatest so-bad-they-were-brilliant shows. we love it when a van comes together!(Requires 4x AA and 1x 9V battery - included. Van measures 13 x 12 x 30 cm. Car measures 12 x 9 x 33 cm. Ages 6+)

2A. KNIGHT RIDER £29.952B. A-TEAM VAN £29.95

3. View-MasterGissa look!

who says virtual reality is a modern concept? Viewing 3D images via bizarre binoculars goes way back. and now you can do it all over again with this classic View-Master. Just pop in a cardboard disc and get gawping.(Ages 3+)

RED / BLUE / BLACK £5.95

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4. Magic 8 BallClassic mind maker-upper

Can’t make your mind up? let this ball of knowledge do it for you. simply ask a question, give it a shake and an affirma-tive, negative, or irritatingly non-committal answer appears in its porthole. what’s the point? No idea.(Measures 10 cm. Ages 6+)

£5.95

5. Etch-A-SketchA classic - with knobs on!

whether you’re new to etch-a-sketch or a veteran twiddler in need of a fix, this mag-ic rectangle remains as unputdownable as ever. You’ll be drawing blocky houses, struggling with circles and shaking away suggestive linear creations in no time.(Measures 25 x 20 x 4.5 cm. Ages 4+)

£12.95

6. Evel Knievel Stunt SetPure Evel

slip on your white leathers, energise your bike and prepare to perform spins, leaps, wheelies and wince-inducing wipe-outs with this revamped version of the most popular plaything from the 70s! winding up a crazy biker has never been such fun!(No batteries required. Ages 5+)

£29.95

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Aston Martin ThrillThe name’s Martin, Aston Martin

You’ll wet your tuxedo with excitement as you roar around the circuit in a gut-wrenchingly powerful DB9 or AMV8. Taming these classy British beasts beats dinner with Pussy Galore any day.(Location: Prestwold Hall, Leicestershire. Voucher valid for 10 months, Monday-Friday, excluding school and bank holidays. Weekends available for £103.50. Terms apply*)

£79.50

Vinopolis Grapevine Experience For TwoA corking day out

Set under spectacular Victorian arches, Vinopolis is a huge site devoted to boozy beverages. This quaff-tastic day includes a full tour, several tasting sessions and a Bom-bay Sapphire cocktail! Aspirin not included.(Voucher valid for 10 months for two people. Terms apply*)

£49.50

Airkix Indoor SkydivingPlanes? Who needs ‘em?

Experience the trouser-wetting thrill of sky-diving without all that jumping out of planes nonsense, by leaping into the airflow of a ludicrously powerful vertical wind tunnel. (Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Voucher is valid for 10 months, Monday-Friday, excluding school and bank holidays. Voucher including weekends available for £53.50. Terms apply*)

£39.50

Go Ape High Wire For TwoMe Tarzan, you insane!

Make a monkey of yourself high above the forest floor, as you swing from trapezes, clamber across rope bridges, walk the plank and plummet down zip slides in this award-winning high wire adventure for two.(Voucher valid until 26th June 2009, Monday-Friday, exclud-ing school and bank holidays. Voucher including weekends available for £62.50. Terms apply*)

£33.50

Sphereing Experience For TwoBig balls?

Sphereing is a new extreme sport where mentalist hamster wannabes roll down steep hills inside huge inflatable balls. No, really! You and your chosen victim will be strapped facing each other inside the ball, before tearing off down a hill at dizzying speeds of up to 30mph. Utterly hysterical!(Voucher is valid for 10 months, Monday-Friday, excluding school and bank holidays. Voucher for two including weekends available for £63.50. Terms apply*)

£52.00

*Terms: Restrictions including, but not limited to, age, weight, height and health, apply to gift experiences, please check www.firebox.com/experiences to ensure the experience is suitable for the intended recipient. See website for location details. Locations are subject to change. Check www.firebox.com/experiences for full Terms & Conditions.

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Ego Electric Street ScootaFree, free at last!

Wave goodbye to post-commuting stress disorder, pricey travelcards and rocketing fuel costs as you whizz about town on this 100% electric scooter. Capable of travelling up to 40 miles at 30mph on a single charge, the planet-loving Ego is set to reign supreme across the bumper-to-bumper streets of ur-ban Blighty. Simply power up via the nearest mains socket and you’re away.

A powerful 1400 watt motor delivers ample torque to zip past stroppy cab drivers and pull away from bozo bus drivers faster than you can yell ‘mind the doors’. Designed and

made in China, where electric scooters are already huge, this beautifully engineered bike is even road tax exempt. Cheap, cheap, beep, beep – yeah!(For more information please visit www.firebox.com/streetscoota)

From £999.95

WattsonStop wasting start savingDon’t feel guilty when Al Gore comes a-knocking. Now you can monitor energy consumption around your home with this stylish wireless device that displays a running total of the electricity being used, in watts or pounds sterling. Turn off an appliance and watch in wonder as the counter goes down. Ker-ching!(Calculates electricity use in pounds or watts. 100ft range between transmitter and receiver. Comes complete with optional software to manage your electricity use over time. Measures 17 x 10 x 5.6 cm)

£99.95

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Solar Fairy LightsStarry, starry night

These twinkly weatherproof lights make gardens look like they’ve been sprinkled with fairy dust. Powered by one of the hottest stars in the universe (the sun, not Beyonce) you can use ‘em to decorate branches, parasols and statues of Bill Oddie.(50 LED model is 5 metres long, 100 LED model is 10 metres long. Lights for 20 hours on a full charge. Waterproof. Rechargeable battery included)

50 ULTRA BRIGHT LEDS £29.95100 ULTRA BRIGHT LEDS £39.95

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H2Go H-RacerToo cool for fuel

Fast enough to blow your leather blazer clean off, this ground-breaking hydrogen-powered R/C car will even impress Clarkson-types. Simply fill with water and gawp in planet-hugging amazement as the gas is extracted and converted into go-go. For real eco-nuts there’s also a solar/hydrogen model.(Remote requires 2x AAA Batteries - not included. Requires water - not included but widely available)

From £79.95

Beer Bottle GobletsShhhtop!

Why settle for boring beer glasses when you can sup from a gorgeous goblet? Each stylish vessel has been skillfully crafted from a recycled Corona, Grolsch or Sol bottle. How? By cutting away the base, polishing the edges and bonding a base to the neck of the bottle. Sheer glass!(Twin pack of Goblets)

CoRoNA / GRoLSCH / SoL £12.95 twin pack

Grow ItSowing the seeds of…flytraps!

Whether it’s fiery chillies, tea, coffee, veg, flytraps or Christmas trees, these grow-your-own sets are ideal for non-green-fingered seed sowers. Simply pop the expanding compost disc in the biodegradable pot, sprinkle the seeds and water occasionally. Monty Don! (Choose from Christmas Tree, Carnivorous Plants, Chilli Plants, Herb Garden, Salad Leaves. Tea & Coffee Plants, Vegetable Patch. 5x Coconut husk pots provided with each kit. Each pot measures 6 x 8.5 cm)

£12.95 each

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Sun & Moon JarOne giant leap for jarkind

They look like traditional kitchen jars but these ingenious containers collect sunshine so you can use it at night. Containing a solar cell, battery and LED light, each jar adds ambience to any scenario. Choose from the blue-ish Moon Jar or the golden Sun Jar.(Measures 10 x 10 x 16 cm)

SUN / MooN £19.95 each

SmencilsSketch ‘n’ sniff

Made from 100% recycled newspaper, these quality non-toxic pencils are infused with gourmet scents, so you can inhale the heady aroma of watermelon and chocolate as you sketch. Don’t ask why, just take a deep breath and get scribbling.(5 pencils will be selected at random from a range of 10 scents)

PACK of 5 £5.95

Eco ButtonPlanet hugger’s peripheral

Oi, stop destroying the planet and wasting wonga! Just tap this USB-friendly gizmo whenever you leave your desk and it puts your computer into energy saving mode. Accompanying software even tells you how much money/carbon you’re saving. Gore blimey!(Compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista only)

£14.95

Freeloader Solar ChargerInstant power – anytime, anywhere

A portable gadget minus power is as much use as a toffee torch. Thankfully this powerful take-anywhere charger gathers energy from that big orangey thing - not Dale Winton, the sun. And now you can charge your FreeLoader in half the time via this slimline solar cell. Get in there, sun!(Includes USB 2.0 cable for charging iPod and other MP3 players, 4mm jack for PSP and phone adapters including LG, Nokia, Samsung and Sony. Measures 18.7 x 6 x 1.5 cm, fully expanded)

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Space FoodTo boldly eat what few men have eaten before

Developed for the Apollo missions, these delicious treats have been frozen to -40˚c, vacuum dried and sealed in special foil pouches. Houston, we have Neapolitan, Ice Cream Sandwich and Mint Choc’ Chip!(Types available: Neapolitan Ice Cream, Ice Cream Sandwich, Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream)

EACH £4.95ALL THREE £9.95

Miracle Fruit TabletsBittersweet symphony

Fancy a glug of vinegar? You will once you’ve turned your tastebuds upside-down with these tongue-flummoxing tablets. They make sour things taste deliciously sweet. Lemons taste like toffee, sprouts taste fruity and Guinness tastes all chocolately. Bizarre!(Each pack contains 10 tablets. Effect lasts from 30 minutes to 2 hours)

10 TABLETS £9.95

Wild Hibiscus FlowersBloomin’ amazing bubbly

Plop one of these syrupy buds into a glass of something fizzy and watch in amazement as the bubbles cause it to blossom into a gor-geous edible flower that tastes like rhubarb and raspberry. Flower power? Absolutely.(Contains approximately 11 flowers. Net weight 250g)

£9.95

Insectilix LolliesReally wild lollies... honestly!

A slurpable vodka lolly with an edible Chinese scorpion, a deliciously lickable tequila flavoured lolly containing a specially bred edible worm or a refreshingly minty flavoured lolly with ants - suck ‘em and see! (Each lolly weighs 28g. Choose from Ants, Scorpion or Worm)

EACH £3.95ALL THREE £9.95

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(Each to 2 hours)

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Sparkling VodkaPop goes tradition

Vodka’s already been flavoured, frozen and fiddled with, but it’s never been fizzi-fied – until now. Perfect for cocktails, this premium Swedish vodka is carbonated for a whole new drinking experience. We just like it when the bubbles go up your nose.

(40% alc. vol. You must be 18 or over to purchase this product. See page 2 for details. Raspberries not included)

200ML £14.95700ML £34.95

Scorpion VodkaWaiter, there’s an arachnid in my vodka!

This smooth vodka contains a specially bred Chinese scorpion. Completely edible, the pickled critter imparts a soft woody taste to the vodka and smooths off its sharp edge. We just like chomping into it when we’ve polished off the bottle.

(37.5% alc. vol. You must be 18 or over to purchase this product. See page 2 for details)

70ML £10.95250ML £16.95

Bite the BulletReady…bite…fire!

Eleven of these sweet little shots are solid milk chocolate, but one conceals ferociously fiery chilli that’s guaranteed to blow your head off - metaphorically, at least. Roll the dice, bite the bullet and prepare for pleasure or pain. Includes spare chilli bullet for extended asbestos-tongued fun. Nyaargh!(WARNING: Contains hot chilli. Net weight 100g)

£6.95

American CandyYankee doodle candy!

Brit-choc is delish but the likes of Fonzie and George Dubya wouldn’t know a Twirl from a Double Decker. And that’s because they’re too busy chomping on Hershey bars, Baby Ruths and the all American choc found in this special selection.(Contains Giant Hershey’s Chocolate, Hershey’s Cookies ’n’ Creme, Peanut Butter M&M’s, Life Savers, Baby Ruth, 3 Musketeers, Tootsie Roll, Nestlé Butterfinger Bar and Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Miniatures)

£14.95

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FirewinderWhen the wind glows

Gawp at a pulsating pillar of light with this 100% wind-powered outdoor lamp. eco-friendly, Firewinder’s eye-catching corkscrew design maximises the effect of each gust, so the faster the blow the greater the glow. spellbinding!(No batteries required. Measures 65 x 18 cm)

£99.95

Floodlamp A (very) bright idea

Football crazy? Now you can give any scenario a night-time stadium vibe without buying a season ticket with this aluminium lamp that looks like a floodlight. it even gives off an electrical hum as it’s firing up. atmospheric? Get in!(Requires 6x 40W E14 bulbs - not included. Mains powered. Measures 50 x 20 x 15 cm)

£69.95

AstroStarSeeing stars?

build your own enthralling planetarium with this flat-packed kit that projects an accurate map of the heavens on walls and ceilings. wannabe stargazers can even align the unit according to date and location. brian May and Patrick Moore sold separately.(Requires some assembly and 2x AA batteries - not included)

£29.95

Sky LanternsA wandering star?

special events require special effects, so ramp up the wow-factor with these enchanting lanterns that gradually rise into the night sky. simply light the wax fuel cell, make a wish and gawp as your biodegradable blimp drifts towards the heavens.

PACK of 10 £39.95

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4. Vinyl CoastersOff the record

Display your love for a fading format and protect surfaces with these assorted drinks coasters crafted from original vinyl centre sections. Perfect for music snobs, each laminated disc is guaranteed to impress ‘those were the days’ mug-wielders.

PACK of SIX £12.95

2. Chain Wine Bottle HolderShow some bottle

Don’t plonk your plonk on the table. Display it in this eye-catching metal stand that appears to be holding the bottle aloft, Indian rope trick-style. Ideal for wine aficionados, it represents the oppressed grape’s struggle for emancipation. Or something like that. (Fits most standard wine bottles. Wine bottle not included. Measures 30 x 3 cm)

£19.95

1. Album Art FrameJust for the record

Whether it’s Sgt Pepper, Nevermind or Never Mind the you-know-whats, it will look ultra stylish displayed in this ingenious frame. Designed to showcase your favourite album sleeves, each Album Art Frame allows you to slide out covers really easily via a slot in the top. Now where’s that Tiffany 12”?(Album not included. Measures 33 x 33 cm)

SINGLE fRAME £19.95TWIN PACK £34.95

3. Index Chopping BoardDesigner chop chop!

sick of fishy strawberries, oniony apples and constant scrubbing? this sleek vertical case contains four colour-coded polypropylene chopping boards with illustrated tabs, designed to avoid cross-contamination. take one board into the kitchen? Nah!

(Measures 33 x 24 x 8 cm)

£39.95

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Voodoo Knife BlockOuch! Thats gotta hurt!

One of the most bizarre kitchen accessories we’ve ever seen, the Voodoo Knife Block is no chip off the old (knife) block. It’s a radical new designer knife rack that no serious (or not so serious) chef should be without. So what are you waiting for? Chop chop!

(You must be 18 or over to purchase this product. See page 2 for details. Chrome, Red and Black editions are ABS plastic)

RED / BLACK £59.95CHRoME £79.95

2000 AD Canvas PrintsComic genius

Fans of rough justice will love these high quality canvas prints as they depict 2000 AD icons in all their brutal, brilliantly drawn glory. Strictly limited edition, each print is almost as stunning as a headbutt from a behelmeted law enforcer.(Choose from Block Arrest, Strontium Dog and Dredd. Measure 40 x 50 x 3.5 cm)

£89.95 each

ClockyLet’s play hide and bleep

Playing hide and seek first thing in the morning is no laughing matter, but it’s the only way you’ll get this bonkers alarm clock to shut up. Simply set Clocky’s alarm and it leaps off the bedside table and scurries around looking for somewhere to hide. Why you little…(Requires 4x AAA batteries - not included. Measures 12.7 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm)

ALMoND / AQUA £29.95

Calf and Half Jug Udderly ingenious

No bull, this quirky double-walled milk jug features an internal chamber shaped like an udder. Guaranteed to put you in a good mooooood, even if you have to put up with cack cow puns all morning. You herd!(Holds 150ml. Measures 12 x 8 x 10 cm)

£14.95

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Soldier Egg Cup & Perfect Soldier CutterOnward eggy soldiers

We’ve heard of eggy soldiers but this is ridiculous - an egg cup made of swordwield-ing soldiers. Speaking of which, we also sell a gizmo that creates a perfectly sliced platoon of soldiers in seconds. Hut, two, three and dunk, two, three!

EGG CUP £9.95EGG CUP & CUTTER £14.95

InsideOut GlassesInsides out and bottoms up!

Turning the concept of traditional glassware inside out, these hand-blown cylinders contain inner chambers shaped like iconic drinking vessels. Pour the drink and the familiar shape appears, creating a seriously elegant effect. Class in a glass.(Two glasses per set)

LIQUEUR £34.95CHAMPAGNE / MARTINI £39.95

I Am Not A Paper CupMuffin not included

Here at Firebucks we love those coffee shop to-go cups. Unfortunately they’re made of flimsy paper. Enter this ceramic version of a modern design icon. Featuring a flexi-top for maximum slurpability, it’s the ideal vessel for stay-at-home coffee fans. Chocolate sprinkles?

£12.95

Retro TelephonesSay hello to some old friends

Hello? Yes…what’s that? Firebox is selling retro telephones? Say again…a quality refurb of the classic ugh-ugh-ing 746 and a stylish reissue of the curvaceous one-piece Cobra? Speak up…memory-jogging geek-chic styling? As used by Jack Regan and Doris Day? Hello?

1. SCANDIPHoNE £39.952. RETRo TELEPHoNE £59.95

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Glo GnomesHi ho, hi ho, it’s off to work we glow

No, they’re not mini bill Oddies dipped in liquid uranium. they’re incredibly cute little gnomes that double up as ambient lights. simply flick the switch and each whimsical 6” being begins to glow. tiddles will be totally intrigued.(Indoor use only. Requires 3x LR44 batteries - included. Measures 17 x 7 x 6 cm)

PACK of 3 £12.95

Underwater Disco LightshowBlame it on the bathtub

brighten up bathtime with this floating gizmo that projects a barrage of psych-edelic lights onto the bottom and sides of the tub. with several sequences to choose from, it’s the finest way to transform your bath into a disco without short-circuiting your mirrorballs.(Requires 3x aaa batteries - not included)

£7.95

R2-D2 Projection Alarm ClockHelp me Obi Wan…oh, is that the time?

if waking up beside a dumpy droid is good enough for luke, it’s good enough for you. Fully licensed, this artoo alarm clock projects the time on walls or ceilings, so there’s no excuse if you’re late for geek classes.(Requires 2x AAA and 1x LR44 batteries - included. Measures 16.5 x 6.5 x 9.5 cm)

£24.95

LaserpodSeeing is still not believing!

these ultramodern triumphs of technology use the latest in laser, leD and crystal technology and promise to transform any room into a supernova of nebulous kalei-doscopic light. try saying that after a few shandies! You can even adjust the angle of projection via sleek telescopic antennas. in a word, wow! (Mains powered)

From £39.95

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Mood Duck RadioAre you ‘avin’ a bath?

Forget Donald, Daffy and boring rubber quackers – the most entertaining water-fowl to share your bath with is Mood Duck. Fully waterproof, this multi-tasking ducky doubles up as an aM/FM radio and relax-ing colour changing mood light. (Requires 3x AAA batteries - not included. Measures 13 x 9.5 x 13 cm)

£9.95

T-EqualiserI bet that you look good on the dancefloor

Forget about sweary shock ts and retro schlock ts, this eye-catching garment is guaranteed to mesmerise fellow clubbers and pubbers as it features a flashing graphic equaliser that pulsates in time to the music. a blindin’ ice-breaker!(Medium 38-40”, large 40-42”, extra large 44-46”. Requires 4x aaa batteries - not included)

MED / LRG / XL £17.95

Spa LightsWash and glow

add a glowing ambience to bathtime with-out getting your wicks soggy by investing in your very own underwater lighting system. these nifty little battery-operated lights stick to the bathtub via suckers, but they can also float free in the water, spa-style. altogether now, mmmm...(Requires 4x aa batteries - not included)

oRIGINAL TWIN PACK £6.95CoLoUR CHANGING TWIN PACK £8.95

Mood BeamsCreatures of the light

if you’re into cute critters and ambient moodlighting we’ve got just the thing. Mood beams are adorable little compan-ions that cycle through a mesmerising kaleidoscope of cool colours and also react to music. Perfect for bedtime, bathtime and even party time. (Requires 3x aaa batteries - included)

£9.95 each

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Kota the TriceratopsThat’s not a pet. This is a pet!

Kids will have a Jurassic lark with this ludicrously sophisticated baby dinosaur because it reacts to touch and sound by moving its head, tail and horns, and giving a friendly dino roar. It even plays prehistoric jungle sounds and munches on a leaf. Cats and dogs? Old hat! (Requires 6x D batteries - not included. Measures 76 cm high. Age 3+)

£299.95

Super SnapsuitsUp, up and a-waah-waah!

Give baby a heroic start in life with this superhero-style bodysuit that has a silky cape sewn into its shoulder seams and a valiant message emblazoned across the chest. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Superbaby!(Suitable for 6-12 months)

I’M SUPER / SUPER CUTE £14.95

Rainbow In My RoomI can see a rainbow

Project a beautiful rainbow across walls and ceilings without resorting to hocus pocus with this amazing electronic nightlight. Featuring two modes and auto-shut-off, it’s perfect for sleepless kids and adults with new-age tendencies. Zippy, George and Bungle not included.(Requires 4x AAA batteries - not included. Suitable for ages 8+)

£24.95

Baby Sshh!It’s a kind of magic

Got a cry baby on your hands? Don’t make things worse with your tuneless lullabies, get a Baby Sshh. Scientifically developed by experts at The Japan Acoustic Laboratory, this cute soft toy plays melodies designed to divert baby’s attention away from the reason he/she’s upset.(Hand washable. Suitable for newborns)

fRoG / BEE £14.95

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Got a cry baby on your hands? Don’t make a cry baby on your hands? Don’t make things worse with your tuneless lullabies, things worse with your tuneless lullabies, get a Baby Sshh. Scientifically developed by get a Baby Sshh. Scientifically developed by experts at The Japan Acoustic Laboratory, this cute soft toy plays melodies designed to divert baby’s attention away from the reason he/she’s upset.(Hand washable. Suitable for newborns)

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TrunkiYou’re on the case, kid!

Holidaying with the kids is great, keeping them entertained whilst travelling isn’t. That’s why they need this colourful ride-on suitcase. Hand luggage approved, Trunki features integrated wheels, steer-ing grips and a contoured saddle. It’s a case of boredom-busting brilliance.(Age 3+. Measures 46 x 31 x 20 cm. 18 litre capacity)

PINK / BLUE £29.95fRIEDA £34.95Glow Pets

Glow to sleep

Add a comforting glow to kids’ bedrooms with these lip-quiveringly cute creatures that phase though a kaleidoscope of calming col-ours. Featuring movable, felt-coated limbs, Glow Pets even have magnetic mitts, making them ideal for any infantile executive’s desk.(Animal chosen at random from Elephant, Rabbit and Kitten. Age 6+)

£9.95 each

BiliboBrilliant. What is it?

It’s a spinning top…no, it’s a helmet. Or is it a bath toy? Maybe it’s a wobbly seat. This award-winning thingamajig is whatever kids want it to be. Designed to encourage crea-tivity, Bilibo is like nothing and everything you’ve ever seen!(Ages 1+. Measures 39 x 39 x 22 cm)

RED / BLUE / YELLoW £14.95

Sprig Kinetic ToysThe future of fun?

These eco-friendly toys are made from an amazing recyclable bio-material that actually smells like wood. Seriously durable, Sprig vehicles feature lights and sounds activated by push and pump power - no batteries required - while a plug ‘n’ play driver tells stories along the way. (No batteries required. Characters are interchangeable with vehicles. Age 3+)

RALLY RACER / BAJA SCoUT £19.95 DISCoVER RIG £39.95

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Star Wars ChubbiesJudge me by my size, do you?

“always two there are; a master and an apprentice.” but in the case of star wars Chubbies there are three. these cartoony figures open up, Russian doll styley, to reveal earlier incarnations (or sidekicks) of the outer character.(Measures 5.5 x 4.5 x 8.5 cm. Choose from Storm Trooper, Boba Fett, Rebel Pilots, Ewoks, Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, C-3PO or General Grievous)

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Star Wars MimobotsMay the Force USB with you

Keep rebel base schematics and annual reports safe and sound with these highly collectable usb memory sticks resembling iconic star wars characters. Most impres-sive, and they’re even preloaded with removable nuggets of exclusive star wars stuff.(1GB available in Boba Fett, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo, C-3PO, Emperor, Wicket, Imperial Guard and Halo 3 Master Chief. 2GB available in Darth Vader. Measures 3 x 6 x 1.3 cm)

1GB £29.952GB £39.95

R2-D2 USB HubR2-D2, it is you, it is you!

Despite being an ‘overweight glob of grease’ R2-D2 is rather good at com-municating with computers, so it’s only fitting he’s moonlighting as a handy 4-way usb hub. he’ll even beep when you plug in a device.(4 port USB hub. 15 cm high)

£17.95

Star Wars Phone FlashersTelephone call for a Mr Wan Kenobi!

Don’t wait for tremors in the Force; these seemingly telepathic star wars characters wiggle and spin the parsec your mobile rings. simply attach one to your cape and you’ll never miss a call or text from Jabba again.(Compatible with GSM networks including T-Mobile, O2, Orange, Virgin and Vodafone. Not compatible with the Three/3G network. Measures 6 x 2.3 x 2.3 cm)

SToRMTRooPER £4.95DARTH VADER £4.95

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Brick USB Memory StickDon’t stick it, brick it

It looks like a keyring-friendly homage to the world’s favourite plastic play brick, but it’s also a funky USB memory stick. Use it to safeguard all kinds of data, from photos and spreadsheets to blueprints of a blocky Big Ben.(Choose from Blue, Red, Yellow. Windows and Mac compatible. Measures 3.1 x 1.6 x 1.1 cm)

2GB £24.954GB £34.95

Wi-Fi Detecting T-ShirtAll the right signals

Looking for Wi-Fi zones? Don’t fire up your laptop, simply glance at this so-nerdy-it’s-cool T-shirt that displays Wi-Fi signal strength via several glowing bars. A must-have accessory for fashion-conscious geeks, it’s just like being bionic. Well, ish.(Chest sizes: Small 35-37”, Medium 38-40”, Large 41-43”, XL 44-46”. T-shirt comes in black with a choice of blue or green light. Requires 2x AAA batteries - not included)

BLUE / GREEN £19.95

GelaskinsLove the skin you’re in

Bored of predictable hi-tech styling? Now you can transform iPods and laptops into works of art with these super low-profile protective skins. Featuring artwork by some of the coolest artists on the planet, Gelaskins are easily removed so you can customise gizmos to suit your mood.(Choose from iPhone, iTouch, Nano, Classic, DS Lite, 13” Mac-book, 15” Widescreen laptop. Removable if necessary without leaving sticky residue on your device)

1A. IPHoNE £8.951B. DS LITE £12.95

Star Trek Bottle OpenerWhere no bottle opener has gone before

Beer - the ideal refreshment. These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise Bottle Opener. Its ongoing mission: to explore strange new kitchens. To seek out pesky bottles. To boldly open what no opener has opened before. Laa-laaaa…(Measures 12 x 1 x 5.5 cm)

£12.95

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USB MicroscopeReally close encounters

Pretend you’re Bruce Banner, her off the X Files or even Quincy with this USB-powered microscope that lets you zoom in (from 20x to 200x) on objects and record your findings as photos and vids on your PC. It’s a small world!(1.3 mega pixel sensor, video up to 1280 x 960 resolution. Windows compatible only. Includes software. USB powered)

£49.95

TenguYou’ve been Tengu-d

Busy doing nothing? Why not joosh up your day with Tengu, the USB desktop gurner that lip-syncs along to any music, speech or sound. Simply blow to activate. Pointless? Maybe. Bonkers? Definitely. Mesmerising beyond belief? You betcha!(USB powered. No software required)

£19.95

USB Whack ItTake that, ya pesky varmint!

Can you tap a gang of peek-a-boo-ing moles back in their holes? Find out in this USB-powered, desktop version of an arcade classic. Hideously addictive, even without the comedy mallet, it features LCD scoring and wacky sound effects. Wallop!(USB or battery powered. Measures 10 x 11 x 11.5 cm)

£9.95

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Periodic Table MugFancy a cuppa chemistry?

Why anyone would want to check the atomic mass of molybdenum whilst drinking a cuppa is beyond us. But just in case you do, this geeky ceramic mug is here to help.(Small 9 x 7.5 cm, Large 9 x 8.8 cm)

SMALL £5.95LARGE £9.95



PleoThe beginning of a beautiful friendship?

Forget those dumb dinosaurs who forgot to duck when that asteroid hit; this jaw-droppingly sophisticated prehistoric plaything is a completely autonomous, all-seeing, all-doing robotic creature that develops its own personality according to the way it is nurtured. Totally Jurassic!(Includes rechargeable battery and charger. Measures 18 x 33 x 13 cm)

£229.95

SpykeeI spy with my little robot...

One in the eye for the ‘robots are rubbish’ brigade, this build-it-yourself Wi-Fi-enabled spybot acts as a computer-controlled surveillance droid by streaming video back to your PC. Spykee also acts as a VOIP phone and speaker and can be controlled from any computer, anywhere in the world.(Includes rechargeable battery and charger. Measures 22 x 32 x 22 cm)

£199.95

Elmo LiveWhat a Muppet

The nuttiest muppet of the lot is now the most gobsmackingly entertaining. Taking interaction to new levels of hi-tech bonkersness, this fuzzy fella plays games, tells jokes and stories, sings, dances and even responds to touch. Mindblowingly hilarious.(Requires 6x AA batteries - included. Measures 14 x 27.9 x 38.1 cm)

£59.95


Aiptek HD CamcordersA revolution in resolution

These feature-packed next generation camcorders capture stunning High Definition images right in the palm of your hand. Totally idiot-proof, you can view your eye-popping HD movies instantly on a built-in TFT display or connect up to a TV/ PC to watch ‘em in all their spectacularly detailed glory. You can even connect the camera to a TV/VCR/DVD to record clips and watch them wherever you may roam. You’ve never seen quality like it. Aargh, look at me wrinkles!(Full 1440 x 1080 resolution at 30fps, widescreen recording, reversible 2.4” TFT LCD display, 8MP still images, supports HDTV and standard TV, night mode recording, supports up to 32GB SD card, complete with mains charger, remote control and Li-ion 1000 mAh rechargeable battery. Measures 12 x 7.3 x 2.4 cm)

AHD 300 £149.951.Z500 (3X ZooM) £199.95

Action CameraYou need hands. Not!

Why bore people with tales of your adrenaline-fuelled japes when you can show them exactly what occurred via this brilliant ‘wearable’ digital video camera. Built to withstand all manner of foolhardy hobbies, the simple Action Cam will capture oodles of action-packed POV footage, and it even works underwater. Help, goldfish!(Captures video with sound at 30fps, 32MB internal memory, SD card expandable up to 4GB, waterproof to 3 metres. Measures 12 x 6 x 4 cm)

ATC-3K £99.95

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Stare at your watch for all the right reasons with this ingenious 2GB timepiece that plays movies, music and even displays photos on its 1.5” screen. Simply USB-it into your computer and fire up the idiot-proof software. Oh yes, it also tells the time. 007 eat your heart out!(1.5” 260k OLED true colour screen, 2GB onboard memory, 8 hours playback. Includes earphones, USB cable, software and mains charger)

2GB EDITIoN £49.95

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USB Drum KitDrum roll please!

Who says drummers are Neanderthal noisemongers? This thwacktastic digital drum kit plugs straight into your USB port and can be played through headphones for near-silent practise. What’s more the ION’s ‘brain’ contains 233 realistic drum sounds and 50 preset rhythm patterns, so you can have a bombastic rock kit one minute and a crisp funk kit the next. Go on, give it some wallop. (PC compatible only. Includes CD of learning software and games. Measures 90 x 100 x 40 cm)

£129.95

USB Guitar LinkAre you ready to rock?

Who needs amps, pedals and studios? Plug your guitar into this USB-friendly adaptor and it transforms your computer into all of the above and more. Roadies, what roadies?

(Requires PC with Windows XP or Mac with OS X 10.3. Includes software CD. Measures 5 x 9.5 x 2 cm. USB cord measures 140 cm)

£49.95

USB Drum KitDrum roll please!

Who says drummers are Neanderthal noiseWho says drummers are Neanderthal noisemongers? This thwacktastic digital drum kit plugs

Waves iGTR Portable AmpRock ‘n’ roam

Play guitar wherever you are with this infinitely tweakable amp/effects box that delivers any sound you fancy – from a Hendrixy squeal to a Marley-esque clank – through headphones or speakers. You can even strum along to MP3s.

(Requires 4x AA batteries - included. Measures 6.8 x 10.5 x 2 cm)

£69.95

PoGo Instant Photo PrinterSnap, print, stick

Free the photos trapped in mobile phones or digital cameras with this pocket-sized rechargeable printer that churns out quality prints on revolutionary heat-activated sticky-back ‘Zink’ paper in under 60 seconds – no ink cartridges required. Ideal for sticking risqué pics on sozzled colleagues’ foreheads.(Includes 10 sheets of Zink paper. Bluetooth or USB compatible. Measures 7.2 x 12 x 2.4 cm. See www.firebox.com/pogo for details)

PoGo £99.9530 SHEETS of ZINK PAPER £7.95

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USB Negative ScannerDiggin’ the flares, Dad

Rediscover long-forgotten photos with this USB-friendly scanner that converts the images trapped on 35mm negatives or slides into digital pics. You can then edit and enhance your revamped photos using the idiot-proof software ready for printing or viewing on the big screen. Comparing mullets has never been such fun!(PC compatible only. 5MP resolution. Includes: negative and slide holders and software for quick easy conversion. See www.firebox.com/negatives for details)

£79.95

Vuzix iWearFor your eyes only

Into movies and games? Don’t weld a plas-ma to the end of your hooter, slip on a pair of these super hi-tech specs that replicate the effect of watching a big screen in the privacy of your own… erm, head. They even boast integrated earphones. Immersive? It’s like mainlining a movie! (AV230KL and AV310 and AV920 iPod, iPhone, DVD player and gaming systems compatible. VR920 features headtrack-ing, compatible with many PC games)

AV230KL oLED VIRTUAL 44” £129.95AV310 WIDE VIRTUAL 62” £149.95AV920 VIRTUAL 62” £199.95VR920 PC oNLY £249.95

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2. iBlik Wifi Radio AlarmThree times a gizmo

Is it an iPod dock, an FM radio, or an internet radio receiver? Holy hybrid, the trailblazing iBlik is all three and it delivers superb sound any way you slice it. Take three gizmos into the sitting room? We just Blik and go!(Radiostation also features DAB radio. Requires a wireless broadband connec-tion. Mains powered. iPod not included. See www.firebox.com/iblik for details)

WI-fI £129.95RADIoSTATIoN £179.95

1. Digital Photo FramesPicture this... and this

Bored staring at the same photos? Then showcase different snaps in an instant with these smart digital frames. Simply pop in a memory card, or if you’re really geeky check out our Wi-Fi friendly frames that communicate directly with photo sharing sites.(7” model compatible with SD, MMC and XD cards. 480 x 234 pixel screen resolution. 8” Wi-Fi model compatible with SD/MMC/CF/MS cards. 800 x 600 pixel screen resolution. Requires wireless broadband connection. Both models are mains powered)

7” BLACK £39.958” WI-fI fRAME £199.95

3. Retro iPod Alarm ClockBirdsong and bells? Bah!

It looks like an old-style alarm clock, but wait... you can slip your iPod in there. And those ‘bells’ are cunningly disguised 360° omni speakers. That’s because this device is actually an alarm clock/dock that wakes you up to any playlist you fancy. It’s even got a snooze function and charges your iPod as you sleep.(Compatible with iPod Video, Nano, Classic, Mini and generation 2 and 3 only. Mains powered. iPod not included)

WHITE / BLACK / PINK £39.95

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Topfield Freeview+RecorderBye, bye social life!

Don’t wanna miss a thing? Now you can pause/rewind live digital TV and record two channels simultaneously without forking out every month. How? With this ingenious 500GB Freeview Playback Recorder with high res upscaling. Who says the Sky+ is the limit?(500GB Hard drive for over 250 hours of recording. HDMI and Scart outputs. Twin tuners. USB 2.0 supported. Includes remote control)

Tf5810 - 500GB HDMI £299.95

Pocket Surfer 2www.wherever and whenever!

Surf the web wherever you fancy without having to mess about with fiddly phones and painfully slow PDAs. How? Via this supermodel-slim GPRS gizmo that lets you browse full web content on its 5” colour screen – no contract required. Totally idiot proof and blazingly fast, it’s just like surfing at home.(Measures 15.2 x 1.5 x 1.5 cm. Full colour web browser, 4 hour battery life, mains charger included, 640 x 240 screen resolution. No contract required. Includes 20 hours per month FREE for the first year. Heavy users can upgrade their free-usage plans to unlimted usage for £5.99 a month)

£159.95

Pocket CinemaQuit squinting!

Forget the clanking great projectors of yesteryear. This pocket-sized rechargeable gizmo will project the movies and pictures trapped in iPods, mobile phones and DVD players onto walls, screens and naked backsides. The projected image is up to 50” wide and there’s even a built-in stereo speaker. Popcorn and back row of shouty ASBO children not included.(4:3 aspect ratio, 640 x 480 resolution, projects screen up to 50” from 180 cm, 1GB internal memory, SD card slot, AV input, Li-ion rechargable battery for 60 mins operation time. Measures 12.5 x 5.5 x 2.3 cm)

V10 £299.95

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USB TurntablesA new spin on vinylThe greatest thing to happen to music since Smashey and Nicey hung up their headphones, this easy to use USB turntable allows you to transfer your vinyl directly to your computer. Simply plug in, fire up the included software and start converting your collection. Featuring adjustable gain control, the chic little belt-drive turntable can also be connected to any home stereo with CD or auxiliary inputs. Not ‘arf!(PC and Mac compatible. Software included. Mains powered)

1A. CLASSIC £79.951B. IPoD DoCK £129.95

USB Cassette DeckDigitise the soundtrack to your youth

Discover how appalling your musical taste was in 1985 with this USB-friendly double cassette deck that converts old audio tapes into pristine MP3s. Completely idiot-proof, it’s the ideal way to fast forward to the future and rediscover all those old mix tapes in the attic! (PC and Mac compatible. Software included. Mains powered)

£89.95

USB VHS ConverterThe tracking’s out. Not!

Convert long-forgotten VHS tapes into pristine digital files, then watch your reinvig-orated recordings via computer or portable player with this USB-friendly VCR. Whether it’s an old wedding film or little Johnny’s first steps, this is the ultimate memory-jogger.(PC compatible only. Includes EZ VHS Converter software. Mains powered. Scart output for TV viewing)

£149.95

CONVERT YOUR VHS TAPES TO PC

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Flip Mino Digital Video CameraFlippin’ genius

who can be bothered with complex cam-corders festooned with buttons? Not us. that’s why we’re flipping out over the Flip Mino. already a sensation in the states, this rechargeable point-and-shoot gizmo features a flip-out usb arm and built-in software, making uploading, saving and sending high quality vids a doddle.(PC and Mac compatible. Onboard software included for instant viewing, editing and one-click emailing. Internal lithium-ion battery. 4+ hours battery life. 2GB internal memory for 60 minutes of video. 1.5” colour high-brightness display. Measures 10 x 5 x 1.6 cm)


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