Can’t get enough of beverage related gadgets and remote controls, like the R/C Cooler and the Remote Control and Drink Holder? You might want to take a closer look at this ice bucket.

The multi-color LED ice bucket. It can be used in a single static (fixed) color or simply press the remote control to produce color changing effects.

Descripttion:

• This light weight sturdy plastic gadget is a great “mood” Color Changing Ice Bucket that will compliment any atmosphere.
• With a simple click of a button you can choose what color you would like to illuminate the entire LED Ice Bucket or you have the option of a multi-color light show.
• Come with an included remote control that you can set not only the color tone, but also the brightness and the speed of changing.
• Looks terrific when filled with ice and a bottle of wine and displayed in low light and you can use it indoor or outdoor.
• Rechargeable via a AC power adapter as well.
• Dimension: H230 x W225 (the width of the top) x Ø95 (inner’s diameter) mm
• Weight: 955.2g

The LED Color Changing Ice Bucket with Remote Control is available over at the Uxsight website for $67.69 plus shipping fee.

Thank you for the tip, Danny!

This awesome little manga inspired robot has been created by a Japanese person who goes under the nickname Clockwork and who is a true fan of the manga culture and robotics.

Check out the video to see this amazing coffee making robot in action:

The robot is a reduced version of Kondo KHR-2HV and it uses 20 digial KRS-788HV servos plus one GWS-PICO-STD servo motor and they are all controlled by a PCB located in the head.

Head over to clockwork.shikisokuzekuu.net for more photos of this cool manga robot.

Thanks to Francesco over at Hobbymedia!

We’ve covered a few USB cup warmers here at GeekAlerts, like the the hub and clock one. But if you like to go more retro, maybe this gas stove model will be better suited.

Product Specifications:

• Designed as a classic gas stove
• On / Off switch
• Flame-like LED
• Powered by USB
• Available colors: Orange and Blue
• Size: 140*125*28mm
• Weight: 145g

The USB Gas Stove Cup Warmer is available from the gadget4all.com website for $15.

This handy little device allows you to make your own delicious filter coffee from the comfort of your own desk, without having to leave your precious computer.

Forget flashy, unnecessary features; Desktop Coffee Maker does exactly what it says and is the perfect gift for lazy bean lovers everywhere.

Eminently portable, Desktop Coffee Maker takes up very little room and makes a chic addition to your work/snooze space.

The Desktop Coffee Maker is available over at the Firebox.com website for £19.95 (about $34 USD). Two black mugs are included in the price.

(Via Pocket-lint)

The Japanese video game developer Taito continues to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the classic Space Invaders game and releases yet another cool and geeky product.

These new tumblers stand 7.87 inches (20cm) tall and can hold up to 16 oz of liquid. There are three different styles to choose from; a black, a pink and a blue one.

The three Space Invaders Tumblers from Taito are available for purchase over at the National Console Support, Inc website for $12.90 a pop.

Fans of the British 60s sci-fi TV series “Doctor Who” can now get their hands on a nice set of Dalek coasters that will look great together with this Easter egg cup and spoon.

Four brilliant coasters featuring different images of The Doctor’s nemesis the Daleks packaged in a tin case.

The Doctor Who – Dalek Coasters are available from the Forbidden Planet International website for £4.99 (about $9 USD).

This is not the first USB bottle opener available, last year this 1GB model from Popdrive was released. But the advantage with the new stylish combo from TrekStor is that it’s available in sizes ranging from 1GB up to 16GB.

The German TrekStor USB drive bottle opener features a brushed aluminum finish and data transfer speeds of 25 MB/s (read) and 12 MB/s (write). It’s compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS X and Linux from Kernel 2.6.x.

The price will range from 6.99 EUR (about $10 USD) for the 1GB model, up to 49.99 EUR (about $71 USD) for the 16GB version, when it’s released next month.

(Gizmag via Geeky Gadgets)

If you think an Illuminated LED Pyramid Fountain to increase the humidity in a room is a bit over the top, you could try this Japanese can-shaped USB humidifier instead.

The mini is a state of the art air anion humidifier that combines new technology, modern design, with major health enhancement benefits. Our mini air humidifier is small and portable, and it is convenient enough to be used at home, office.

The Soda Can USB Humidifier is available from sourcingmap.com for $24.99.

(Via Nerd Approved)

The Remote Buddy holder will not only store up to four of your remote controls, it also features a handy cup holder for one drink.

Color coded, one touch buttons work in conjunction with specific remotes to help you locate lost remotes. Just push the button on the base to signal lost remote. Modern design adds a futuristic touch to any decor.

The Remote Buddy is made of plastic and measures 16,5 x 7,5 x 3,5 inches. The product is available from Taylor Gifts for $59.98.

(Random Good Stuff via Gizmodo)

If you’re going for this radio-controlled beverage cooler, you might want to consider ordering a Scale with Wireless LCD Display as well – there’s a big chance you’re going to need it in a not too distant future.

This collapsible cooler can be commanded from across the deck—you never have to get up to grab a cold drink or serve one to your guests! Use the remote to move it forward and backward, or spin it left and right—works up to 30 feet away.

Holds up to six beverages. Collapses for storage; includes shoulder strap. Even use indoors on hard floors—great for football season!

The Radio-Controlled Cooler is available from Solutions for $69.95.

We have seen the design of this classic spaceship as a source of inspiration for a chandelier, a telephone and a putter. Soon you will also be able to get the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 as a cool looking bottle opener.

If you are a trekkie that likes a beer now and again then this is a perfect gift for you. Styled on the original Enterprise (no not the NX-01, the NCC-1701), not even Kirk or Picard had a bottle opener this cool, although, Lieutenant Wharfs was pretty impressive but that’s not really what a bat’leth should be used for!

The Star Trek Enterprise Bottle Opener will start to ship end of June 2008 and can now be pre-ordered from the Red5 website for £12 (about $24 USD).

Fans of the animated television series Family Guy can now get their hands on a fun talking bottle opener shaped like Stewart Gilligan “Stewie” Griffin.

The favourite character from Family Guy can now hang, completely helpless, on your fridge door only to spew nasty comments your way everytime you use him as the little bad bottle opener that he is.

He has 5 comments to throw at you:

• You will bow to me!
• I’ve been a bawdy little monkey!
• Who the hell do you think you are?
• The outrages I have suffered today will not be soon forgotten.
• Thank you! When the world is mine, your death shall be quick and painless.

The Talking Stewie Griffin Bottle Opener also works as a fridge magnet. The product is available from Gadgets.dk for 129 DKK (about $27 USD).

This handy cup mixes your favorite drinks in seconds with a simple touch, and the joystick look might actually make them taste better than ever before.

Features:

• Effective mixing for juice, puree, milk, coffee, wine, tea, etc.
• Capacity: 300 ml
• Diameter: 7.5 cm
• AA battery x 2 pcs
• Please don’t immerse the cup in the water

The Waterspout Mixing Cup is available from Gadget Brando for $16.

If you need something like this to keep track of how many beers you’ve had, then it would probably be better to stop drinking.

On the other hand, maybe you just want a bottle opener with an LCD display, or maybe you want to use it for Coke and other non-alcoholic beverage.

The Beer Tracker is available from Gadgets.dk for 49 DKK (about $10 USD). Now you only need to remember one thing: Where’s the opener?

Only a couple of days ago a USB cup warmer was mentioned in an entry here at GeekAlerts and today a new model arrives – time time featuring a USB hub.

Simply plug it in to the USB port of your computer and you can keep your beverage warm and at the same time gain access to four new USB ports.

Features:

• USB Cup Warmer with 4 USB ports (USB 1.1)
• Keep coffee/tea/drink warm at 50-60°
• Easy installation, no driver required, plug & play
• With on/off switch
• Red LED indication when the cup warmer is turned on
• Quality insulation material around the metal hot plate prevents burns
• USB powered, no batteries needed
• Size: 90 x 105 x 20mm (approx.)

The USB Cup Warmer with Hub ($16) is available from USB Brando.

Ok, time for another one of those weird combos that pop up every now and then. Yet again a cup warmer is part of the functionality.

Simply plug this gadget into the USB port of your computer and it will keep your beverage warm and you can keep track of the current time, date and the temperature of whatever you’re drinking. On top of that you’ll have four new USB ports available for other stuff.

Features:

• USB Cup Warmer With 4 USB ports and clock (USB 1.1)
• Keep coffee/tea/drink cup warm at 40° – 60°
• LCD display of the clock with alarm, powered by AG13 battery
• LCD display of the temperature of the metal hot plate
• USB powered with ON/OFF power switch
• Size: 96×104x22

The USB Cup Warmer with USB Hub and Clock ($24) is available for $24 at the Usb.brando.com.hk website.

Someone has taken the design of the click wheel on Apples portable music player and turned it into a geeky looking coaster.

The iPod Click Wheel Cup Pad is made of plastic and available in white or fluorescent orange for $5.99 at usbfever.com.

(Via Nerd Approved)

Smart Lid Systems has come up with a smart coffee lid that indicates the heat level of the beverage inside the cup it sits on. It starts out with a strong red color and will fade to brown as the drink cools down.

Here’s a demonstration video of The Smart Lid.

(Via Crave)

What could be a better suited name and design for a bottle stop than Genie in a Bottle? Now available for $20 over at Suck UK.

It doesn’t get more portable than the Six-Pack Cooler ($8) when it comes to keeping your beverages cold. Perfect for the beach trip.

Place the reusable gel-filled pack into freezer for 6-10 hours before use and it will be enough to keep you drinks ice-cold for up to 3 hours.

Non-toxic and leak-proof. Measures: 8-1/2 x 3-3/4 x 2 inches.

(Via bookofjoe)