The Flip Ultra video camera is the most affordable device on the market to capture warm-weather moments. And as the temperatures really start to heat up, invest in the Flip Underwater Case for added protection and the ability to shoot in the backyard pool, up at the lake, or out in the ocean. Get the latest on
Spring is the best time to watch your garden grow, and there is no better way to keep your eye on your cherished plants than to hook up the GardenWatchCam. With high quality time-lapse photos of your favourite greenery, you will never miss a budding moment. This device, which costs approximately US$150, runs on 4 AA batteries and can withstand the elements. Get the latest on
This is a dream device for homeowners. You can hang inside cool air conditioning while this machine cuts your grass. The Automower 260 ACX, from Husqvarna, runs on batteries and operates independently (just like the famous robotic Roomba). With this new model, you can also receive texts if the mower runs into any problems. The price range for robotic mowers from Husqvarna is US$1,000 to US$3,000. Get the latest on
Get your tunes ready for spring BBQs with this surround sound system. Connect your iPod, or other music device, to the dock indoors and put the Soundcast Outcast Outdoor Speaker up to 350 feet away away outside (connects wirelessly and is powered using a battery pack). The Speaker is weather resistant, so it can withstand sprinklers, a little rain, and more. The price for this system is a little high at US$799.99, but worth it if you’re a music fan. For more cool gadgets,
President Barack Obama has lots of fans north of the border. Now Canadians can carry their presidential passion in their pockets with the Obama Drive. This USB Flash Drive is a must-have for anyone traveling this spring. For just US$8.95, you can use the drive to grab your electronic documents from the office and head to your local park to finish up some work. The Obama Drive is also a great Mother’s Day present if your mom is a fan of the President. Get the latest on
For the busy mom on the go, breakfast doesn’t get easier than turning on this egg ‘n muffin toaster. Make breakfast sandwiches in just a few minutes. Toast up to four slices of bread at a time while cooking eggs in the same device. This toaster will also warm up sausage, bacon, or ham. Yum! For just US$69.95, this is the ultimate Mother’s Day gift. Get the latest on
Who doesn’t love Wookie Cookies? Whether you’re putting together Obi-Wan Kebabs or Yoda’s Soda, this Star Wars Cookbook provides more than two dozen geeky recipes. If you love the adventures of Luke Skywalker and the gang, slip this US$11.55 Cookbook to your mom this Mother’s Day. For more cool gadgets,
If you’re a caffeine junkie, now you can take your espresso machine everywhere you go. With the Mypressi Twist, no external power is required, so you could be THE espresso hero on the campground. All the machine requires is hot, coffee, and CO2 cartridges. You can follow this company on Twitter for the latest java-inspired developments @espressi. (Machine is available now for pre-order.) Get the latest on