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“Medical Oddities, Natural Anamolies and Carnival Gaffs: A Pop-Up Book for Children” probably would have scared the hell out of me when I was a kid. At my current age, this seems like one hell of a cruel joke to play on any unsuspecting child, but would be an awesome addition to my own personal library.

Flickr user Crowolf shows off this awesome anatomical pop-up book from the personal collection of inventor Neville Colmore. I’m jealous! Perfect coffee table fodder.

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There has been a metaphorical shit-storm of weird products recently, combining odd branding with some of the most obscure of gadgets. And while dropping a brand name on a box in order to sell a few more products isn’t necessarily rare, some of these branding combos are pretty out of this world. The eight gadgets which follow are not only items which have captured our imaginations, but at times have shocked us, made us laugh, and even drawn a tear of joy or two. Regardless of the oddness of the following, well, oddities, they don’t disappoint in the entertaining compartment. So, pull up an Ikea™ lounge chair and take a swig of your favorite Pepsi-Cola® branded beverage and enjoy the show. (more…)

Silence can be so uncomfortable. Even when you’re chilling with friends, there’s that awkward silence that is deafening with its nothingness. Otto (Greek for “ear”) is a device which you can hook up to just about any dynamic object or situation to hear sounds that are otherwise inaudible.

Otto then amplifies the sound, creating a whole new ambient experience. For example, hook Otto up to a glass of water and drift into the noise of ice clinking together and liquid motion. A combination of suctions and magnets allows Otto to be hooked to just about anything. (more…)

Unless you have a pre-teen daughter, this YOUniverse Funk Fone should never been seen in your posession. So what part is the “Fone”? The shoe. Just lift it off of the massive platform base, and you have a fully functioning phone that belongs more in a “gentlemen’s club” than your daughters bedroom. So apart from the major problem of a company called YOUniverse (can we get more self-centered?), this Funk Fone only costs $20. Please don’t let this low cost peak your interest. It is not worth it. Oh yeah, it’s close to a foot tall! And about the title, please don’t take that seriously either. — Nik Gomez

YOUniverse Funk Fone [via UberGizmo]