Let’s face it, unless you’re an astronaut or a rock star, work is pretty darn dull most of the time. Don’t despair though, as technology can help fill the gaping void of boredom that being stuck in the office creates.
Thanks to the wonders of USB gadgetry you can cram your time at work chock-full of fun, frolics and laughter, making your cubicle the cool place to hang.
We’ve selected 10 excellent examples of USB desk toys and gadgets for your perusing pleasure, so take the first step to banish boredom in your workplace today by having a little look below, and let us know your own favorites in the comments.
1. USB Whack It
A modern take on the vintage arcade classic, USB Whack It is a great way to take out all your pent up frustration in the workplace.
Cost: $20
2. Tengu
Tengu lights up and lip syncs to audio with a variety of facial expressions to amuse you and your fellow cubicle-dwellers.
Cost: $30
3. USB Touch Drums Set
Although desktop drumming with pencils can also do the trick, why not try rocking out on this small-scale USB-powered drum set instead?
Cost: $22
4. USB Plasma Ball
A tiny model of the Tesla original, this plasma ball will add a mesmerizing dash of science to your desk. It’s educational and fun!
Cost: $12
5. Riff Rocker
If drums aren’t your thing, then how about the Riff Rocker? This pocket-sized guitar is compatible with sites like JamLegend, meaning you can enjoy some Guitar Hero-style gaming in the office.
Cost: $14.95
6. Tiny USB Rechargeable Helicopter
We can only begin to imagine the fun flying missions you and your colleagues can come up with using this mini chopper. Just don’t get caught.
Cost: $44
7. USB Missile Launcher
Office warfare can bond co-workers together, boost morale and lift spirits. It can also poke your eye out, so watch where you point that thing.
Cost: $49
8. USB Robot Owl
A very “kawaii” Japanese import, the USB Robot Owl doesn’t do much (he blinks his eyes and turns his head from side to side), but he looks so darn cute doing it, he’ll more than earn his perch on your monitor.
Cost: $19.99
9. USB Basketball Desktop Dunk
Complete with a scoreboard and cheering crowd sound effects, we think a desktop one-on-one should be the way all office disputes are settled.
Cost: $19.99
10. Pop-up Pirate USB Hub
Finally, another retro classic gets the USB treatment. You know that filing can wait when there are pirates to be popped.
Cost: $63
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