This clever and ergonomic backpack vacuum cleaner sits safely on your back and moves with you, so you don’t have to drag one of those heavy upright models around the house.

Cleans any surface from carpet to tile to stone or hardwood floors. Powerful suction to tackle even the toughest jobs including broken glass, confetti, nuts and bolts, pet hair and more.

Features adjustable, padded backpack straps for added comfort. Includes a HEPA filter to remove 99.9% of all dust, telescoping wand, easy reach attachments, 26 ft. power cord, reusable collection bag and six disposable bags.

Also converts into a high-powered blower.

The Ergonomic Backpack Vacuum measures 12 1/2 x 8 x 18 inches and is made of plastic and aluminum. The product is yours for $170 from the Taylor Gifts website.

(Likecool via OhGizmo)

This multimedia backpack from the professional outfitter Kata allows you to carry your precious gadgets “as safely, protected, and comfortably as the professionals do.”

The top and bottom of the backpack are separated by a removable divider and can be opened individually. The divider is easily removed should you need the full height of the backpack. The separate zip-pocket safely holds your 12 inch laptop in place. The side zip-pocket has a practical cable outlet so you can listen to music on the go.

The tear-resistant outer fabric, the elastic specialty foam padding in the middle, and the soft inner lining perfectly protect your equipment against impacts and the weather. Rubber bumpers on the side provide additional protection. Splash water resistant. With soft, padded shoulder straps and sturdy two-way zippers.

The Kata Multimedia Backpack measures 30 x 15 x 45cm (12 x 6 x 17 3⁄4in) and weighs 1000g (2.2 lbs). You can get it from Pro-Idee for £94.50 (about $167 USD).

(The Red Ferret Journal via The Design Blog via Likecool via Ubergizmo via Prylfeber)

Star Wars fans will soon be able to catch a fish or two using a fishing rod that looks like a lightsaber and a Darth Vader net.

The equipment will also include a Star Wars themed tackle box and a fishing backpack. Head over to TheForce.Net for more pictures of the Star Wars fishing equipment. No word on pricing or availability.

(Via OhGizmo)

This handy little case comes with an ultra-bright LED and allows you to safely carry your cell phone, digital camera, MP3 player, wallet, sunglasses etc.

Slide your belt through the nylon loop on the back or use the sturdy clip to attach it to your daypack…your property stays safe while your hands stay free. Use the LytePack on hiking trips, park visits, city shopping trips, vacations…it’s perfect for outdoor activities.

Coated nylon is water-resistant and an inside clip keeps your keys safe. A long-lasting, ultra-bright LED helps you locate locks and other hard-to-see items after dark. Two styles: one comes with a plain LED the other with a whimsical animal LED.

The LytePac Mini Pack & LED ($12.95) is available from Solutions.

(Via Coolest Gadgets)

iBlaze has custom-made a bag for iPod users, allowing you to turn the player on and off, skip tracks and adjust volume – all whilst your iPod is in the bag.

It showcases a design solution that perfectly integrates technology and textile. With a built-in waterproof silicon control panel, users can conveniently turn on/off, skip tracks and adjust the volume without having to take out the iPod. Cables of the retractable earplugs can be easily rolled back when not in use, making iBlaze’s overall look neat and stylish – just like iPod.

Recognising that iPod users are also technology savvy consumers who often carry their laptop computers with them, iBlaze is compatible with all laptops up to 17″ screen size. The notebook compartment is padded for extra protection and can be removed easily.

Features:

• Waterproof silicon control panel in shoulder strap
• Integrated retractable earphones in shoulder strap (replaceable)
• EVA thermal pressed pocket for iPod
• Removable padded Notebook compartment compatible with up to 17″ PowerBook
• Spacious main compartment expandable to two A4 ring binders with additional two pockets
• Two front pockets
• Extension zipper
• Waist strap
• Foamed airflow back for comfort and ventilation Foamed shoulder straps
• Size : 46×31x23cm; 1kg; Volume for iBlaze unexpanded is 27 litre and expanded 33 litre
• Colour: Black-gray
• Ten-years guarantee/electronics one-year guarantee

The Intelligent iPod Bag from iBlaze is yours for £49.99 (about $99 USD).

(Via e-Potpourri)

“Soyntec Wiffinder” is a line of smart laptop bags that allows you know the Wi-Fi level signal without having to take your laptop out of the case.

The Spanish Soyntec company is currently offering four different Wi-Fi finding laptop cases to choose from. The prices go from €43 (about $62 USD) for a backpack or shoulder strap bag, up to €69 (about $101 USD) for a trolley suitcase. All bags have a 36 months guarantee.

(Via le Journal du Geek)

We’ve all seen Darth Vader in the shape of a backpack, but the closest we’ve ever come to a Chewie backpack before is probably this Gizmo model.

But now you can finally walk around with a Wookiee strapped to your back.

And there are two extra features the Chewbacca Backpack has to offer. First, his bandoleer bag can hold some smaller accessories such as cables, business cards, or Ewok jerky. And second, there can be no bigger thrill than asking someone if they want to pet your Wookiee.

About:

• Chewie Height: approx 30″ (from foot to top of head)
• Main Pocket Depth: approx. 12″
• Chewie’s Pocket Depth: approx. 4″

The Chewbacca Plush Backpack is available for $39.99 over at ThinkGeek.

(Via Prylfeber)

I guess you don’t want to take this backpack out when it’s raining. Or maybe that’s exactly what you should do, and then get a bunch of them for free.

Take Gizmo with you everywhere you go with this Plush Gizmo Back Pack. The straps will adjust to fit most adults.

The Plush Gizmo Backpack is available at 80s tees.com for $24.

The Spider-Man Boombox Backpack may not be the kind of bag you carry to work, but it will probably do wonders for some kids when they need something to carry their school books in.

The backpack comes with a built-in speaker. Simply plug the connector into a portable audio player’s standard headphone jack and your backpack will function as your boombox.

Product Details:

• Spider-Man boom-box backpack has a built-in speaker
• Connects to any portable audio player with a standard headphone jack
• Volume-control dial lets you turn the music up or down
• Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included)
• Roomy main compartment and large zip pouch in front
• Two side mesh pockets
• Padded adjustable shoulder straps
• Padded back for comfort
• Sturdy zippers have black nylon rope pulls
• Color: Black/Blue/Red
• Measures approximately 11″ W x 15″ H x 6″ D
• A Walmart.com online exlusive

Get Spider-Man Boombox Backpack at Wal-Mart for $5 (not sold online).

Remember the Darth Vader Costume from last week? Don’t want to spend those 1 411 bucks to get closer to Anakin’s alter ego? Try the Star Wars Darth Vader Back Buddy ($20). Estimated arrival: August 2007.

(Via Wonderland)