We’ve all seem them right? Those boring colored gazing balls that people put in their garden. I always thought they were kinda dumb, until I saw the Solar Powered Color Changing Gazing Ball. One LED is powered by the built-in battery that’s recharged each day by the solar panel. Sits atop a stone-look pillar of weatherproof molded resin.  Six different colors glow for up to six hours after receiving 6-8 hours of sunlight. To keep the nice garden appeal, the solar panel can be hidden up to 14 feet away.

Highlights:

• LED powered by 3 built-in Ni-Cad batteries, charged each day by the solar panel
• Glows for up to 6 hours after exposure to approx. 6-8 hours of sunlight
• Supporting pillar has the look of stone and is made with weatherproof-resin and a verdigris-like finish
• Includes 2 stakes: 1 for the pillar and 1 for the solar panel (can be positioned up to 14′ away)
• Measures approx.32″H overall
• Globe measures approx. 10″ in diameter
• Base measures approx. 9-5/8″ in diameter

Solar Powered, Color Changing Gazing Ball

Summer is right around the conner, and we all know it will be hot, sweaty. An adorable accessory for the baby in the pool. Three-levels adjustable, removable canopy protects baby from the sun and folds for storage. Comes with easy carry/storage bag. This Baby Spring Float supports young children as they are introduced to the water, helping them stay comfortable and happy. With the Baby Spring Float, your baby will be able to enjoy water play while staying safe. Now with a Sun Canopy included, help protect your baby from UV rays. Start your babies’ experience with the water early!

Baby Spring Float Sun Canopy by Swimways

Do you want to take the guesswork out of knowing how much propane is left in your tank this summer? This magnetic propane tank gauge does just that. It’s as simple as open the box and stick it vertically to the tank. A special heat based thermochromic ink changes from yellow to orange. Within a few seconds, the portion of the gauge that returns to yellow indicates the level of propane. Auhhh, life is good…

Features:

• Automatically senses the propane in your tank
• Fits all R.V. and B.B.Q. tanks.
• Easy to use and will last for years
• Nothing that gets used up or wears out
• Will not fade in the sunlight
• Made in USA

Magnetic Propane Tank Gauge

If your pool filter just can’t keep the surface clean, then you have to clean those leaves and dead bugs off manually. There must be a better way, right? Well, last year we presented the remote control skimmer. Fun idea, but there is no auto pilot. To take it to the next level, enter the first solar-powered robotic pool skimmer. This bad boy navigates the pool and removes everything on the surface using only the power from the sun.

“Two solar panels on top of the skimmer collect solar energy and store it in the rechargeable NiMH batteries. Dual, turbine-like paddlewheels propel the device as it continuously courses across the water and send debris to the skimmers filter. Four wheels on the side panels allow the skimmer to turn when it encounters a pool wall and navigate along the perimeter where dirt often collects. An internal microprocessor monitors the skimmers power and prods it to seek sunny areas of the pool to recharge the batteries. When the unit enters the s unlight, the microprocessor slows the rear paddlewheel, allowing the solar panels to collect optimal energy and, once the batteries are fully charged, the skimmer resumes the cleaning process. During the evening or cloudy conditions, the unit automatically reduces its speed to conserve energy while continuing to clean the pool. If the skimmer becomes clogged, it will automatically reverse the rotation of its paddlewheels to dislodge the stubborn detritus. The skimmer holds two 3″ chlorine tablets that slowly dissolve as the skimmer moves across the pool. The filter removes and can be cleaned with a garden hose. Operates for 8 hours on a full charge.”

$500 -
The First Solar Powered Robotic Pool Skimmer.

It’s hard to believe these little pixel invader robots are still knocking on my door. With the Space Invaders Doormat, you can now relive your childhood game memories everyday. The LED Doormat is motion-sensitive, so whenever someone comes near, the green invader moves back and forth across its LED panel display. Doesn’t get more geek then this folks…

$40 - Space Invaders Doormat (via Firebox.com)