A spa to light up the entire body

People ascribe great healing powers to LED lamps and are willing to make some notable sacrifices to use them. But the Med Spa Clinic in England has taken the concept to its therapeutic extreme.

The Oxy-LED Light Spa Capsule isn't directed only at the face as are other products, instead spreading its magic wavelengths over the entire body. The reason: Not only is it an emotional enhancer, but the pricey full-body spa supposedly promotes weight loss when combined with other therapies by causing intense physical stimulation, according to BornRich. With claims like that, it might run afoul of some vice squads if it ever gets to the States.

Via Crave CNET

Fisher & Paykel Izona CookSurface

Stoves do not immediately come to mind when you think of cool gadgets. That perception could change when you see the Izona CookSurface from New Zealand-based Fisher & Paykel.

The colors alone make it look like something out of the sci-fi movie Tron. An LED indicator tells you how hot the burner is and beside that, you have dials to control the flame. But the coolest thing has got to be this--the pan supports retract. Yes, when not in use, the CookSurface looks entirely flat. This gives you more bench surface area to do stuff like cut your vegetables and best of all, will impress anyone touring your kitchen. Check with your local Fisher & Paykel dealer to see if you can buy this in your country.

Via Appliancist

"Golf Ball Launcher": Never shank again

The next time your golf buddies start dissing your last swing, here's one way to shut them up in a hurry. The "Golf Ball Launcher" may not be of much use as a putter, but it'll probably make it a lot more fun getting to the green.

The designer of the launcher, made by Air Force Golf, was inspired to create it after his father suffered a stroke that robbed him of the use of an arm and a leg, according to Slippery Brick. But having witnessed the obsession of some duffers in our acquaintance, we suspect that interest in these air-guns-turned-golf-rifles won't be confined to those with physical disabilities--especially when they learn that it has a range of up to 300 yards. And they probably wouldn't even flinch at the US$795 price that's estimated once it comes to market later this year.

Needless to say, not all courses have agreed to allow the launcher in play. But it could have other uses if you're still looking for ways to get that golf-ball cam into position to spy on your opponents.

Via CNET Crave

A designer briefcase-cum-folding-chair for your tired feet

I have at least a good half decade--maybe more--until I become a stadium-chair-toting soccer mom.

And I hope that when I get there, these nice people, or someone, is making this into a real product by then. OhGizmo has a link to this designer briefcase-cum-folding-chair, which is a great way to disguise the fact that you're carrying a chair with you.

It's a regular hard-shell briefcase with nylon straps that make it attachable to something sturdy enough to hold your own weight. Then you can sit and enjoy. I should also mention it's an art project (from 2004) by Joan Korbes and Denis Oudendijk, so it's not an actual product, but anyone who's remotely enterprising or creative could make this for themselves.

And for the person who's particularly fond of portable home furnishings and appliances--there seems to be a plethora lately, especially here on Crave--this fits right in.

My favorite scenario: Sitting in your portable briefcase chair and typing on your portable computer desk using the Hip Office. Classy.

Via CNET Crave

"Micro Orb": A spy cam the size of a golf ball

Competition is fierce on the golf course even for amateur duffers, and some will go to practically any lengths to acquire the slightest advantage. And now there's a gadget that can give you a covert peek into your opponent's practice sessions if you can sneak it into his bag.

BrickHouse Security--the crazy outfit that's responsible for such gizmos as the "GPS Mail Logger"--has done it again with the "Micro Orb Spy Camera," a device that it says is the same size as a golf ball. This surveilling sphere records audio as well as video, so you can delight in all the expletives that will accompany every shank.

It records up to six hours of video at a time at 30 frames per second, but its battery lasts for only three hours at a time so plan accordingly. The incriminating evidence can be transferred with a 2GB microSD card. If you don't golf, BrickHouse offers some alternative uses--as a helmet mount, nanny-cam, and our personal favorite, a mannequin eyeball.

Via CNET Crave

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