10 hottest USB gadgets

Welcome to the 10 hottest USB gadgets.  We'll be taking a look at the 10 coolest USB gadgets that you'll never need, but still wish you had.

First we'll start out with normal household appliances, only smaller and works with USB compatible.

Mini USB fridge

Yes, it's a mini USB fridge, that keeps cool whatever you put into it, that is of you can get it to fit.  Luckily this nifty little device is capable of keeping your 12 ounce can cool at a little over 8 degrees Celsius, while it's right next your computer using only the power from a single USB port.

To give a more real fridge like experience the mini fridge even has a little LED light inside that goes on when you open the door.

And for those interested the mini fridge is available from Brando for $33.

 

USB microwave

This one is for those workaholics who hardly ever have time to get up and grab something to eat, the mini microwave named Beanzawave. Under co-development by Heinz and GAMMA the Beanzawave prototype in currently in development.

 

The USB powered Beanzawave uses phone radio frequencies to heat up or cook your food.  The only downside to the Beanzawave is that it only supports "Snap Pots" and is looking at a price tag towards $200!

 

USB toaster

Tired of a newspaper or don't have the time to read one? The USB toaster can burn the headline right to your toast.  The USB toaster downloads all kinds of information about the news headlines and weather forecasts.

This futuristic gadget was designed by Sung Bae Chang and made it to the finals of a design competition held by appliance manufacturer Electrolux.  Unfortunately there is no indications of it's price.

 

Old school USB vacuum cleaner

Now that you've stuffed you're tummy with toast and a mini microwave meal it's time to clean up.  This is where the old school USB vacuum cleaner comes in.  Capable of cleaning up tiny crumbs and dust from you desk this tiny 8 inch tall is perfect for someone whom sits on front of a computer all day.  Priced at $64 you might want to consider alternative methods of cleaning your desk.

 

(Un)fortunately there is no USB toilet available for human use, so you'll have to get up from your chair eventually.

Now some gadgets with comfort in mind.

 

USB knee warmers

This one may also comfort workaholics who work at a cold desk or those who work in the early mornings or late at nights.  This pair of USB knee warmers is all you need to keep your knees warm.

 

USB massage ball

Sitting at a desk all day is a time bomb for neck or back pain.  While it can be uncomfortable there is no reason to fear.  This USB powered massage ball runs at 3600 rpm and costs only $11.95.  The six feet long cable should make it able to reach where it hurts most.

 

Now a few random USB devices

USB fragrance dispenser

The USB fragrance dispenser provides plug and play air refreshment.  Simply plug it into any USB port and smell the difference.  The AromaUSB comes in a variety of fragrances, some even allows you to refill them.

Companies looking for a promote their product give away can have their logo imprinted on the AromaUSB.

USB ashtray

Everybody know smoking is bad for you and the environment.  The USB ashtray provides a two-in-one solution to the problem.  Firstly it offers a place to store your ash and it sucks in the smoke from the cigarettes, filters it and clean healthy air is released back into the environment.  It might not cleanse the entire room of smoke but the powerful fan will definitely make a difference.

The USB ashtray is available from $16.50 and when a USB port is not nearby it uses 4 x AA batteries, allowing use in a car.

 

USB missile launcher

Looking to have some fun?  The USB missile launcher is sure to entertain you for a few minutes or simple bother someone else.  Available from around $40 the USB missile launcher also has it's own open-source driver for download to hit the target more precisely.

 

 

Stylish USB & FireWire hub

The French designer Ora-’to has come up with super stylish solution for all those USB & FireWire connections.

Eight twist-able cables and the polished white polycarbonate finish makes it perfect for the modern workspace.  Lighting it up is eight glowing LED's in white, violet, green, red, yellow, orange, blue, and pink.  The hub features two firewire ports and the remaining four is USB ports.

 

And that wraps it up for now.