Christmas is looming, and what better pressie for a musical mite than their very own electric guitar? The paper-thin instruments use "Active Graphics" Technology which allows you to shred it up just by touching the surface. It features four different jamming modes and each guitar playsthree real songs for playing and singing along to. Budding lead guitarists can also rip out their own chords. No word if any Paper Jamz ear plugs are in the works for grown ups. Available from leading toy stores.
POWER TRAVELLER POWER GORILLA: $429.99
There's nothing worse then being out and about, depending on a mobile device that's on its last electrical legs. Consider the problem solved with the Power Gorilla. This travel battery can tackle a huge range of electronic devices meaning you'll never get caught out of juice when you're out and about. It comes with an adjustable 24-volt capacity and tips on charging for many major brands. Available from www.simmsnz.co.nz
FINGERPRINT TIME ATTENDANCE & DOOR SYSTEM: $259
Keep track of who's going where and when with this fingerprint recorder. You can access the data via TCP/IP, USB key, or connect to a computer with a USB cable, making it a piece of cake to keep track of all the comings and going. It can also pull double duty as a door lock on electronic devices. Great for small businesses, keeping track of your curfew-breaking teen or finding out where the cookies have been going from the pantry. Available from needelectronics.co.nz IPOD/IPHONE DOCK HI-FI SYSTEM: $299.95 Crank up your tunes with a funky system that combines performance with panache. With 75 Watts of audio output, this docking station gives the tunes on your iPod or iPhone the justice they deserve, all while charging them up. It comes with four interchangeable "Graphic Skins", meaning you can easily change its look depending on your mood, style or decor. Check out sony.co.nz
AIR MULTIPLIER FAN: By Dyson, from $449 to $699 Is it a fan? Is it a magic trick? Either way the innovative Air Multiplier Fan is a cool way to keep, well, cool. These bladeless fans from Dyson utilise "Air Multiplier" technology to generate smooth uninterrupted airflow to help keep you nice and chilled when summer strikes. For more information check out www.dyson.co.nz. Available from leading electronic retailers.
