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If you like to jump rope but are always getting tripped up, try the JumpSnap ropeless jump rope. With just two handles and no rope, the JumpSnap uses a computer chip to track jumps, time, and calories burned based on your height and weight.
posted by Holly Makris | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (1) | Permanent Link-
Fun Fur Berries
Kids like cute things, and they also like sweet foods. What better way to satisfy both of these youthful desires with Fur Berries. These stuffed animals convert from a berry shape into a cub or puppy. And that's not all; they also have a yummy smell. Available in several fruity names and colors, these popular toys made Yahoo! Shopping's top-search list.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (2) | Permanent Link-
Top Ten Most Popular Toys
Instead of rushing frantically from toy store to toy store to find this year's equivalent of Tickle Me Elmo, many a savvy shopper is choosing to forgo the mall madness and head right to the Web. And just what are these seasoned toy hunters in search of this year? Here are the top 10 most sought-after toys on Yahoo! Shopping:
Nintendo Wii Console - The console of choice for those on the more active end of the gamer spectrum. Comes bundled with straightforward yet challenging sports games.
Webkinz - The plush animal that comes complete with an online identity. Kids can visit the Web to enter a virtual world where they attend to their virtual pet.
Transformers - Bumblebee leads this re-imagined pack of action figures in popularity, with Optimus Prime following closely behind.
Bratz - Fabulously low-tech fashion dolls. Girls go nuts over their hot hair accessories and hip outfits. No batteries required.
Smart Cycle - An innovative "physical learning arcade system" that hooks up to a TV. Kids safely pedal their way through virtual adventures on this stationary bike, picking up some language and math basics on the way.
T.M.X. Toys - Ticklish, laughing Elmo is back, accompanied by his pals Ernie and Cookie Monster.
I-DOG - A robot puppy (complete with fashion accessories) that can groove to your tunes and is a lot cheaper than the highly publicized RoboPanda.
Eyeclops Bionic Eye - The ultimate science toy. Magnify objects and view the images on a TV.
Remote Control Toys - The airborne Havoc Helicopter tops this list, although an assortment of Earth-bound all-terrain vehicles and inventive robots are on it, too.
Leapster L-Max - The most popular educational toy. This portable video game system offers fun learning games for kids from preschool to fourth grade.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (1) | Permanent Link-
Leapster Leaps in Toy Rankings
Educational toys rarely appear in our top shopping Web searches, but the latest handheld game system, the Leapster L-Max, draws attention from wise parents this week. By combining engaging video gaming with learning, this toy features a library of fun games that educate preschoolers to 4th graders. It also offers dual display via a TV connection option.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (0) | Permanent Link-
Holiday Shopping by Personality
This holiday season, stop yourself from shopping aimlessly in hopes of finding thoughtful presents for folks on your list. Let Yahoo! Shopping's Holiday Gift Guide steer you in the right direction. Check out these top five personality and family member types to take the guesswork out of shopping and earn loads of lovin’ from the people in your life:
"The Girlie Girl" - she loves cute, stylish things including jewelry, clothing, digital cameras, shoes, and other fun gifts.
"The Devoted Dad" - this hardworking father needs something cool. He's worth more than an average gift. Ideas include monogrammed beer mugs to classy apparel.
"The Super Mom" - this mom deserves everything. If she's into fashion, relaxation, or luxury, we go you covered.
"The Fashionista" - she always drools over hot fashion items. Impress her this time!
"The Gadget Guru" - tech toys turn him on, such as the latest in MP3 players, GPS navigators, digital cameras, and laptops.
Take a look at more of our holiday giving guides, too:
– Gifts for Her
– Gifts for Him
– Gifts for Kids & Babies
– Gifts for Teens
– Gifts for Friends & Coworkersposted by Krista DeWeese | 12.6.09 6:19am | Add a Comment (4) | Permanent Link-
Mini Bike Makeover: The Chopper
No doubt, neighborhood rides on a mini bike fulfill the thrill hunger of any teenager. But now, this recreational vehicle steps up a notch with a new model: the Razor Electric Chopper. Surprise your kids with this cool holiday gift that'll keep them happy with endless outdoor entertainment.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (9) | Permanent Link-
Top Ten Acoustic Guitars
Despite all the hype on mock music-playing video games (like Guitar Hero and Rock Band), a popular type of music instrument maintains a top position in Web shopping searches: the acoustic guitar. Featured in many music genres, this string instrument has thrived for many millenniums -- proof of early guitar-like instruments date back for at least 5000 years.
Today, renown U.S. and Japanese guitar manufacturers go head-to-head to lure guitarists with their handcrafted, wood beauties, while Web shoppers search the most for these famous acoustic guitar brands:
1. Yamaha
2. Fender
3. Ibanez
4. Martin
5. Gibson
6. Washburn
7. Takamine
8. Epiphone
9. Ovation
10. Taylorposted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (1) | Permanent Link-
Green Gift Giving Made Easy
Free yourself from believing the world's natural resources are limitless. Make little life changes to help our distressed environment -- and by taking action together, we can stop global warming. For instance, take the essential task of shopping. You can easily show your environmental consciousness with all sorts of green merchandise at our new Yahoo! Shopping Green Center. Also, check out several eco-friendly gift ideas for your friends and family at the Yahoo! Green Gift Guide -- featuring fascinating, earth-conscious favorites recommended by green experts like TreeHugger and EcoGeek. Thoughtful of everybody on your holiday list, this cool shopping guide groups products for a variety of folks in your life, including:
— The Trendsetter
— The Gadget Geek
— The Eco Diva
— The Naturally Athletic
— The Green Grandparent
— The Growing-Up-Green Kidposted by Arnold Chao | 06.11.09 9:14pm | Add a Comment (8) | Permanent Link-
The Wish-List Wonder
Bring out the caring giver in you by reviewing gift ideas early -- instead of defaulting to the last-minute giving routine -- at the Sears Wish Book Experience. This new website hones in on hip presents with features like browsing hot holiday gifts by product category, voting for your favorite items, and finding what folks wish for this holiday season.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (2) | Permanent Link-
Guitar Hero Rocks On
The heyday of shredding guitar solos has passed, but those wicked music tracks just got hot again with Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. This week, Web searches for this simulation video game grooves way beyond popular. By giving gamers a chance to simulate solos by rock legends like guitar idol Slash, it comes with a wireless guitar controller and screenplay similar to the Dance Dance Revolution concept. Choosing from dozens of songs by memorable bands including Black Sabbath and Guns N' Roses, players pick, jam, and battle with rippin', original guitar performances -- hammer on, pull off, and bend that whammy bar just like a real guitarist. Don't worry. Note reading isn't required, but you better bring on serious rhythm and dexterity to master Guitar Hero 3. Versions available for the Playstation 3, Playstation 2, Nintendo Wii, and Xbox 360. Rock on, dude.
posted by Arnold Chao | 12.6.09 6:19am | Add a Comment (3) | Permanent Link-