The Irish Times

Minecraft Creeper light: a nice, shiny scare at bedtime

Tech Tools: If you dare put it by your bed, it comes complete with ‘boom’ sound effect

Wed Mar 11 2020 - 18:00

Tamagotchi mug: No need to feed – just keep refilling

Tech tools: enjoy a guilt-free coffee with this low-maintenance version of the digital pet

Wed Jan 29 2020 - 15:41

Tech Tools: Bluetooth mask will aid you drift into sleep

Bluetooth Eye Mask blocks light and covers ears so you can listen to music

Thu Jan 16 2020 - 01:00

World’s smallest phone: Short in stature but not in storage capacity

Tech Tools: It will hold up 32GB of data, has dual sim capability and Micro SD slot

Wed Dec 18 2019 - 18:00

Nearly €200 for a travel mug – do I look like a mug?

Tech Tools: Ember Smart Travel Mug is for the hot drink connoisseur with deep pockets

Wed Oct 23 2019 - 19:00

Tech Tools: Translation device speaks language of convenience

Pocketalk handles 74 languages in two-way conversations

Thu Aug 29 2019 - 07:00

Airselfie 2: Can this aerial camera beat the selfie stick?

Tech Tools: Mini-drone takes selfies with the greatest of ease – but it’ll cost a lot more

Thu Aug 22 2019 - 07:15

Tech Tools: Veritable Smart Garden takes all the heavy lifting out of plant care

Veritable Smart Indoor Garden: €195

Wed Jul 24 2019 - 12:26

Voice-command Forky: Never did I think I’d feel affection for a spork

Tech tools: Add to the stash of Toy Story merchandise with the newest cast member

Thu Jul 18 2019 - 05:54

Nintendo-themed lamp that grabs attention and levels up the nostalgia

Tech tools: Lamp turns on and off via an old-style NES controller

Thu Jun 27 2019 - 02:54

A GameBoy on your wrist? Could come in handy

The GameBoy Colour Watch doesn’t actually have any games, but it does tell the time

Thu Jun 13 2019 - 04:13

The perfect alarm clock for PlayStation fans

Tech Tools: Firebox’s alarm clock is identical to a PS4 controller

Thu Apr 25 2019 - 07:15

Extend your unicorn obsession to your selfie light

Tech Tools: If you are over the age of 12, why would you want it?

Thu Feb 07 2019 - 07:20

Create old-school prints with ease with the KiiPix Instant Printer

Tech Tools: Device is quick and convenient, and uses Fujifilm’s Instax Mini film

Thu Jan 10 2019 - 10:42

Tech Tools: Doughnut wireless charger

Doughnut-themed charger is compatible with any Qi-enabled phone

Thu Nov 15 2018 - 06:00

Sphero releases app-enabled R2-D2 droid for Christmas

Tech Tools: Chief function of new toy is probably racing it against BB-8

Thu Dec 14 2017 - 07:15

Star Wars Stormtrooper design may be the speaker you’re looking for

Tech Tools: This Stormtrooper manages to hit its target with decent sound

Thu Jun 15 2017 - 13:45

Tamagotchi that’s actually useful and won’t break your heart

Tech Tools: This battery pack for portable electronics inspired by digital pet

Thu Jun 08 2017 - 05:06

A smartphone magnifier for a tech lover’s stocking

Tech Tools: We may have reached peak smartphone tat with this item, though it is oddly alluring

Thu Dec 22 2016 - 05:16

Prynt prints your smartphone photos – and adds video

Tech Tools: It’s augmented reality meets actual reality with the help of Zink technology

Thu Nov 17 2016 - 04:54