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Top 5 gadgets: Portable BBQ

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2 Dec, 2010 03:00 PM3 mins to read

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PORTABLE BBQ: Bodum, $99.99. Take your grilling on the go with this portable BBQ. Small enough to easily move yet big enough to tackle your favourite piece of meat, this handy piece of cookware covers plenty of bases. Enamel coated steel body and a heat-resistant silicone handle make it able to take the knocks and keep on frying. Stylish in black, green and orange. Available from Living and Giving.
HYPER BLAST: Wild Planet, $52.99. Combining exercise with a mental twist, Hyper Blast is an action-packed way to learn about numbers. Just stomp on the launcher and numbered balls go flying. The game then calls out commands and the player who can get them sorted in the quickest time wins. Various math modes and trick commands help keep the game fun and fresh. Suitable for ages 6 and up. Available from iqtoys.co.nz
RAPALA PRO BASS FISHING 2010 WITH WIRELESS ROD & REEL: $149.99. If real life has gotten in the way of your Pro Bass Fishing aspirations, here's a great way to virtually get in a boat and live the dream. In addition to the game, it comes with a wireless rod and reel with full motion controls that really lure you into the world of luring. Boasting "the most realistic tournament fishing experience to date", this is an exceptional gaming gift for fishing fans. Available for PlayStation 3, Wii and Xbox. You can land one of these from mightyape.co.nz
WIRELESS MOBILE PRESENTER WITH LASER POINTER: by Wenger, $99. Help give your business presentations the edge with this handy gadget. It packs instant presentation functions, laser pointer and has a connectivity range of 100ft so you can stroll around while you make a point. It's mini USB receiver snaps into the presenter to lessen the chance of losing it, and is also compatible with PC and Mac. Available from needelectronics.co.nz
G510 GAMING KEYBOARD: by Logitech, $249.90. If you're idea of PC gaming is a quick game of solitaire, then your run-of the-mill keyboard will do. On the other hand if you're building civilizations, turning back an alien invasion or attempting to crush an uprising - you're going to need some serious equipment. Cue the G510 Gaming Keyboard. Full-speed wireless connection, customisable RGB backlighting and 18 programmable G-keys are just a few of the weapons in this bad boy's arsenal. It also looks hotter than a summer BBQ. Available from leading electronic retailers.

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