Fun Geek Stuff and Ways to Raise your Cool Factor

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We've Got to Have Games and Toys and Fun at All Ages

We could call this something like Desktop Geek Stuff You Can't Live Without Now and Executive Toys Through the Ages, and Places to Go to Raise Your Cool Factor with the tribe (both personal and office).

At the small office where I first worked, our executive -a man in his late forties- was a very proper gent who appeared to be completely lacking in a sense of humor. Nobody ever caught him laughing or playing with harmless stuff like paper clip chains.

Nobody, that is, until someone brought in a Slinky and left it on his secretary's desk.

The toy vanished into his office during the lunch hour, and throughout the afternoon we heard the distinctive metallic kzzzsh kzzzsh of the Slinky as it walked from one hand to the other.

When we left for the day, we noticed a strange, peaceful smile upon the distinguished face. Needless to say, that Slinky stayed in his office from there on out and our boss's mood was measurably improved with each passing day.


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The Cool Factor

what are the rules of acquisition and tribal status?

A Cool desktop toy is only Cool if it draws the proper attention.

A desktop toy that passersby stop and look at in respectful silence a few times a day has a pretty good Cool factor. Its Cool factor doubles if it makes no noise, since it is getting the attention on its own merit.

The desktop toy that vanishes during its first week HAD a high Cool factor.

If the desktop toy vanished during its first lunch hour, its Cool factor was off the charts.

http://www.giveawaylegalforms.com

1 point

Http://www.laptopclothes.com

1 point

Unanticipated Color factor

0 points

Purr/Chirp factor

0 points

Rarity factor

0 points

Unique factor

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Twistikated factor

0 points

Cost factor

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Intellectual factor

0 points

TickledTheSupervisor factor

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Cubicle Friendliness (no noise) factor

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What's your Personal Cool Factor?

You are the best judge of your Cool Factor, of course. But here's a guideline. Look at your desk or personal workspace, and give yourself ONE POINT for each of your things that are cool.

Example::
Coffee cup from the generic stack in the break room - 0 points.
Coffee cup with your daughter's name on it - 1 point

Stack of rubber bands - 0 points
Stack of rubber bands held by a laughing Buddha - 1 point for trying

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What's High on YOUR Gadget Cool Factor List?

We know what we want and are e-mailing Santa on a daily basis to make sure he's all prepared. Sure, it may be early, but remember what happened with Tickle Me Elmo!?

iPhone

Of course we can't use it for another year until the current cell phone contract expires but...0 points

Solio

Just the idea that we can plug into the sun to recharge anything is downright irresistible.0 points

Sound Effect Keyboard

... you know, like the ones DJs use on their radio shows: a button with applause, another one with a wrong-answer buzzer, maybe one for polite laughter, esPECially a wolf whistle...0 points

Brady Label Maker

Discover how to make use of Brady Label Maker software for your convenience.0 points

Cool? Uncool? You Decide

Vote your Cool Choice to the Top!

Don't worry.. there is no wrong answer. What someone finds Cool may be not very cool to someone else. Got a better idea? Add your own!

High Flyer Executive Flying Figure

High Flyer Executive Flying Figure

This High Flyer Battery Operated Flying Executive uses more...1 point

Golf Tic Tac Toe

Golf Tic Tac Toe

Hey Golfers! - If you don't win on the golf course more...0 points

Somebody Got Tired of their..

Cool Factor stuff from someone else's desk

Note: We cannot be held responsible for the raising or lowering of your Cool Factor as a result of acquiring the Cool Factor stuff from someone else. Just keep tabs of it carefully, and if you find your Cool Factor dropping too low, we can recommend some nifty stuff to boost it right back up.
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Way Too Much Cool Fun Factor

There's cool and then there's Cool. Beyond that, there is also a Cool Factor at the executive level. Those little things that say "I'm in charge here, and that means I get the Cool Stuff (and can play with it on company hours)". Granted, some of this Cool Factor stuff encourages thinking, meditation, deep digging into the soul where results are found .. like the Executive Sandbox, which just radiates cool.

Sea Monkeys Executive Set

Sea Monkeys Executive Set

Sea-Monkeys all black and gold set is the perfect more...1 point

Toysmith Classic Black Pin Art

Toysmith Classic Black Pin Art

Makes 3-dimensional sculptures in seconds! An exce more...1 point

Executive Desktop Foosball

Executive Desktop Foosball

Love to play foosball? Bring it with you to work! more...0 points

Zero Blaster - Green

Zero Blaster - Green

Zero Blaster, Earth's only vapor-ring shooter, bla more...0 points

Executive Sandbox Construction Zone

Executive Sandbox Construction Zone

Scoop it up and haul it away! Little boys have enj more...0 points

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Cool Factor USB from Someone Else

Used cool can still be Cool

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Ways to Carry off your Cool

It may be great to have a lot of fun geeky cool factor stuff and a phenomenal system to attach it to. But it's even more cool factor to be able to haul it around with you properly.

Samsonite L35 Notebook Case

Samsonite L35 Notebook Case

The Samsonite® L35 notebook case offers a thin an more...0 points

MAXXUM from SwissGear by Wenger Computer Backpack Red

MAXXUM from SwissGear by Wenger Computer Backpack Red

Enjoy hands-free mobility when carrying your noteb more...0 points

PATRIOT from Swiss Gear by Wenger Triple Gusset Rolling Computer Case w/ Removable Tote

PATRIOT from Swiss Gear by Wenger Triple Gusset Rolling Computer Case w/ Removable Tote

Triple Gusset Rolling Case / Fits most 15.4 inch n more...0 points

Kensington 62348 Contour Roller Carrying Case

Kensington 62348 Contour Roller Carrying Case

Roller case with ergonomic design delivers go-anyw more...0 points

Marware Sportfolio 13

Marware Sportfolio 13" MacBook Case Black

A sleek, sporty case that protects your Apple note more...0 points

Speck MB17-CLR-SEE See Thru 17-Inch MacBook Pro Hard Case (Clear)

Speck MB17-CLR-SEE See Thru 17-Inch MacBook Pro Hard Case (Clear)

Accent the sleek look of your 17" MacBook Pro more...0 points

Brenthaven Metro Deluxe Shoulder Case for 13

Brenthaven Metro Deluxe Shoulder Case for 13" MacBook and 15.4" MacBook Pro

The perfect solution for those who want protection more...0 points

Wenger By Swissgear Wired Laptop Backpack for 17

Wenger By Swissgear Wired Laptop Backpack for 17" Notebook

Airflow Back System Multi-panel airflow design provides more...0 points

iPod Video (60GB & New 80GB) Silicone Skin Case (Black)+ Lanyard + armband + Screen protector

iPod Video (60GB & New 80GB) Silicone Skin Case (Black)+ Lanyard + armband + Screen protector

· Design to fit perfectly for your machine · Exc more...0 points

A Gazillion Watts of Cool Factor: Solio!

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High Cool Factor or Low?

You decide!

If you think it possesses High Cool Factor, vote it UP. If you think it has a low Cool Factor, vote it down. Got something with even higher Cool Factor? Add it in!

PNY P-EFD512U20K-RF Executive Attach Flash Drive

PNY P-EFD512U20K-RF Executive Attaché Flash Drive

Executive Attach? is a multi function USB 2.0 flas more...1 point

JVC EX-A10 100-Watt DVD Executive Microsystem with Sake-Soaked Speakers

JVC EX-A10 100-Watt DVD Executive Microsystem with Sake-Soaked Speakers

DVD - CD Player / Pair 2-Way Woodcone Speakers wit more...1 point

Philips MC235B Flat Wall Mountable Micro Shelf System, Black

Philips MC235B Flat Wall Mountable Micro Shelf System, Black

Ultra-thin, unique style, micro shelf system can b more...0 points

Nissan Executive Desk Organizer Set

Nissan Executive Desk Organizer Set

DESK ORGANIZER, NISSAN BRAND0 points

Very Cool USB Factor

get some good tribal nods

There is something completely and totally fun (and admittedly pretty geeky) with USB. The idea that we can add a TON of gadgetry to our already powerful systems in a rather parasitic fashion... too dang fun. At this writing, I have my trackball, an external hard drive, my second mouse, my drawing tablet, and something else (I've forgotten what it does but it looks cool) all plugged into the stationary keyboard. Then I type on my wireless keyboard, leaving all that USB niftyness resting on my desk a few feet away. Luxury...

Foldable/flexible Full Blk Kyb Spill Resistant Great Key Response

Foldable/flexible Full Blk Kyb Spill Resistant Great Key Response

Lightweight, ultra-slim, and compact, this keyboar more...1 point

Verbatim Wireless Travel Storeaway Rechargeable Mouse- Snap in Receiver

Verbatim Wireless Travel Storeaway Rechargeable Mouse- Snap in Receiver

Since its foundation Verbatim has been at the fore more...1 point

Fellowes 99928 USB Micro Track Ball (Silver)

Fellowes 99928 USB Micro Track Ball (Silver)

Fellowes computer accessories are designed to make more...0 points

Brother PT-1960 USB-Ready Labeler for Small Workgroups

Brother PT-1960 USB-Ready Labeler for Small Workgroups

The PT-1960 is the USB-ready P-touchlabeling syste more...0 points

USB Desktop Uni-directional Microphone Volume Control

USB Desktop Uni-directional Microphone Volume Control

Cyber Acoustics is the technology leader in afford more...0 points

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Vintage Cool Factor, Pre-owned

Ok, so it might not all be entirely Cool

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Cool Factor Product Reviews with Cool Video

Things to make you laugh and think and laugh a bit more. Cool...

(Michael Mozart, presenting most of the listed videos, has got to be one of the funniest product reviewers I've seen, and that gives him an automatic 8-point Cool Factor addition.)

Dancing Flowers Cool Robotic Toy Review by Michael Mozart

Dancing Flowers Cool... 0 points

Magic Mag-net-ic

Magic Mag-net-ic 0 points

Tigger TOY Winnie the Pooh FUNNY Review Mike Mozart Disney

Tigger TOY Winnie th... 0 points

Lionel Trains 100th Anniversary Clock Toy Product Review

Lionel Trains 100th... 0 points

Readers Digest - Tyvek Wallet

Readers Digest - Tyv... 0 points

CaddyShack Gopher Toy Review Michael Mozart OMG WTF Dumbass

CaddyShack Gopher To... 0 points

Little Mermaid Lollipop Funny Toy Review Mike Mozart Disney

Little Mermaid Lolli... 0 points

Magical Light Up Bear Funny Toy Review by Michael Mozart

Magical Light Up Bea... 0 points

Hula Girl Surprise Pineapple! Toy Review by Mike Mozart

Hula Girl Surprise P... 0 points

Retro Cool Factor from Someone Else

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Very Cool Factor ...Hai, Very Cool Indeed

Cool factor with an Eastern touch

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Cool Factor Retro, Vintage

Sometimes what is the coolest of Cool Factors is historical

Retro cool is even cooler than modern cool, and VINTAGE cool marks you as a true master of the Cool Factor. Find the coolness that highlights your personality and display it with pride. I happen to go for Coca Cola retro and vintage.

Gibson Coke Juke Box Cookie Jar

Gibson Coke Juke Box Cookie Jar

With its old-time malt shoppe style, this Coca-Col more...0 points

Holmes Retro Metallic Gooseneck Desk Lamp, Black

Holmes Retro Metallic Gooseneck Desk Lamp, Black

Features: Desk Lamp. 17" high. Flexible goose more...0 points

12-CAN COKE VENDING MACHINE

12-CAN COKE VENDING MACHINE

What a concept. What a crowd pleaser. What a thirs more...0 points

Vintage New York Mighty Magnets Set of 6 magnets

Vintage New York Mighty Magnets Set of 6 magnets

Each magnet in this Lucy Lu Mighty Magnet 6-piece set more...0 points

I Love Lucy Stick Figure Wastepaper Basket

I Love Lucy Stick Figure Wastepaper Basket

From the I Love Lucy collection. I Love Lucy stick more...0 points

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High Cool Factor or Low? You Decide..

Vote stuff up (or down) or add your own coolness

Sometimes the only way to tell the true Cool Factor of an item is to watch carefully for responses to its presence. If it gets picked up, if it gets picked up and played with; if it gets picked up and STOLEN...

SARCASTIC BALL

SARCASTIC BALL

Sarcastic Ball. We've all seen those 4" dia b more...0 points

Fly Trap Fiends with Mirco Terrarium

Fly Trap Fiends with Mirco Terrarium

Grow your own feared and famous meat eating plants more...0 points

Safari Toys Ocean Magnetic Desk Sculpture

Safari Toys Ocean Magnetic Desk Sculpture

Create a magnetic masterpiece! Colorful and creati more...0 points

3.5

3.5" Floating Globe - Magnetic Levitating Globe

See the wonders of electro-magnetism with this 3.5 more...0 points

Tangram

Tangram

This seven-piece Tangram puzzle is the world's old more...0 points

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Cool Factor from the Blogosphere

Listen in on what others think possesses the best Cool Factor. Talking about Cool Factor on your own Blog? It might just show up here, too!
Is Facebook still cool?
New Holland “Really Cool Mowing Units”
Bloomberg's Soda Ban and Other Sweeping Health Measures in New York City
Facebook's Biggest Challenge: Staying Cool

Tell Us!

Drop a note and let us know how your Cool Factor is progressing!

  • TWOnline2 Dec 9, 2010 @ 10:45 am | delete
    cool? what's that again?
  • homecarediva Apr 9, 2009 @ 12:37 am | delete
    Now that is cool! This lens is invited to join The Cool Lens Group - where EACH lens gets VOTES from the admin and gets FAVORITED too. Hooray, one of the coolest and busiest groups is reopened.
  • HwangKO Apr 14, 2008 @ 8:54 am | delete
    Here's something that happened to my husband, who owns a used vending machine business: He had the boss of a large company buy a 1950's vintage Pepsi vending machine in really good condition (lots of $$ for him to buy that one) for his office...That was a really cool office accessory, as he would always offer his guests/prospective clients a bottle of pop for free from the machine. As you might imagine, every one of his employees was envious!
  • JoeBradley Oct 19, 2007 @ 12:36 am | delete
    Hi awesome lens, I have given you 5 stars, here is my lens "SwirlWeb" visit it once if you like it vote my lens.
  • k8company Jul 17, 2007 @ 3:03 pm | delete
    Hey gimme five! What I mean is, I gave you five! How fabulous to find even more suggestions for coolness than I already have. Live long and prosper.
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