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Block lamp launches
LEGO-like 15 September 2008 10:44 GMT
This desk light slash storage unit is a LEGO-esque lighting addition for your office.

The set consists out of the light block at the bottom and the storage block on top, measuring 10 x 15 x 6cm, on sale for 45 euros.
Commercial at sign cup offered
Geek gear 16 June 2008 12:21 GMT
Described as a "pretty straightforward" cup, this holds 330ml, comes in red, green, blue, yellow, white, azure and orange, is made out of ceramics and is both microwave and dishwasher safe.

Obviously the big selling point - especially for those of a geeky persuasion...
Art Lebedev's emoticon pillows on sale
"Ridibundus" released 28 May 2008 17:15 GMT
Pitched as the plushiest geeky pillows you'll ever see, these emoticon cushions created by Russian designer studio Art Lebedev are currently on offer from Charles & Marie.

Sold as a set of six, there are two variations, the "standard" emoticons we all know...
Cablebox launches for neat freaks
Out of sight, out of mind 27 May 2008 14:10 GMT
If you can't stand cable clutter, but need to run lots of stuff off one power strip extension, then Charles & Marie think they have the answer for you.

Simply put your power strip or surge protector inside the Cablebox – no need to unplug anything beforehand...
Phonofone now available in black
Somehow even more desirable 18 April 2008 10:15 GMT
We're big fans of the Phonofone, that, through passive amplification alone, will instantly transform any personal music player and earbuds into a "sculptural audio console" with no external power required.

If you are too, you may be seriously tempted by the...
Wall-mounted iPod shuffle holder
Ready to grab and go 17 March 2008 16:33 GMT
We like this super simple contraption.

It's a black laser cut acrylic gizmo that allows you to attach your shuffle on the side and to stick the headphones into the two holes.

It sits about half an inch away from the wall and comes with removable...
Ceramic "Phonofone" iPod speaker available to pre-order
"Sculptural audio console" 7 March 2008 11:29 GMT
The Phonofone is an unusual speaker for your iPod not just for its old-fashioned looks, but because it uses no power.

Through passive amplification alone, this unique device instantly transforms any personal music player earbuds into a "sculptural audio console"....
Strida 5 compact folding bike available
Folds up "in seconds" 5 November 2007 8:32 GMT
If you're the type that can look past the indignity a folding bike offers - to its undeniably useful features - then you might like the Strida 5.

Currently offered via Charles & Marie for 550 euros (about £380) it's a super compact bike designed for city dwellers,...
Limited edition black iPhone launches
Designer customised "ccPhone" 30 October 2007 7:11 GMT
Charles & Marie are offering this black iPhone under the name, the "ccPhone", as a limited edition purchase.

Philip Wood (creative director at Citizen:Citizen) and Tobi Wong (designer and curator) have had 50 iPhones converted into sexy jet black devices.
UNO interactive magnetic jewelry
Strangely attractive 28 August 2007 9:00 GMT
This range of UNO Interactive Magnetic Jewelry from "hotshot" Miami designer Louis Pons is completely customisable.

A bracelet/necklace made out of hundreds of tiny connected nickel beads it has no closure. It is closed with a small super strong spherical magnet....
Rei Huggable - a designer LED cushion
High-tech soft furnishings for your geek pad 13 August 2007 18:33 GMT
The Rei Huggable is a soft and fuzzy pillow filled with silicone bean bags that contain high intensity LED lights.

As you can see these LED lights in the silicone beads make the entire pillow glow brightly.

It's powered by AA batteries which will...
Designer 9 Volt Light available to order now
Battery charm 3 August 2007 16:30 GMT
Richard Lawson's 9 volt battery light is available for sale over on the hand-picked shopping site that is Charles & Marie.

For 25 euros (about £17) you can own one of the little lamps will give you battery-powered LED light comparable to a candle, but so much...