This talking USB earth globe connects to your computer and allows you to download weekly updates about nation states, governments, political boundaries, culture etc.

30 learning activities with facts about countries geography, currency, political leaders, history, language, and population are narrated in a clear digital voice. Once a category is selected on the control panel, users place the stylus on a country to listen to up-to-date global info, or they can compare the currency, population, and travel times of two countries by moving the stylus between the two nations.

Young geographers test their knowledge in “Find” mode; the globe asks up to four players to find countries, capitals, and cities, and users r ace against the clock to locate the correct locations with the stylus. Simply connect the included USB cable to a PC running Windows Vista or XP and access the manufacturer’s website to download current statistics and world news; download service is free for the first year ($14.99 per year thereafter).

The Always Current Talking Globe measures 14(H) x 12(W) x 12(D) inches. The product is available from the Hammacher Schlemmer website for $179.95.

Simply touch any point on this smart globe using the SmartPen and you will be able to learn amazing facts about different areas of the world.

Features:

• Features 30 exciting activities and quiz games about countries, capitals, major cities, populations, languages, history, current events and more
• Includes an interactive guide to flags from around the world and corresponding national anthems
• Download customized information for three age groups: 5-8, 9-14 or 15 years and older – great fun for all ages
• Download up to 6 languages: Spanish, French, Chinese, German, Italian and Portuguese
• Features 30 English and 6 Spanish activities
• SmartPen can be used wirelessly, plugged in using the audio cable (included) or using headphones (not included)
• 2 years of free downloads for current events and world facts
• Includes a pull-out United States map for more detailed activity, Oregon Scientific SmartUpdate content to update facts and news, and an AC adapter
• For 1 to 4 players

The SmartGlobe V2 is available for $130 from the Discovery Channel Store.

Discover the ancient world of dinosaurs with the Inflatable Dinosaur World Globe with Stand ($7). It measures 12 inches (30.5cm) in diameter and includes dinosaur images with names, geological period of their existence, and their habitat locations on the globe.

From Columbus comes this beautiful series of illuminated globes. The 16in. (40 cm) large globes are absolutely weather-proof and have been specifically designed for outdoor usage.

Available in four different models with a price of $294 each:

• EnviroSphere Outdoor Physical/Political Globe
• TerraSphere Outdoor Physical/Political Globe
• The Cosmos Outdoor Constellation Globe
• New Moon Outdoor Moon Globe

(Via Stuart Witts)

“Local Time” is the name of this cool map-like wall clock, designed by StudioBo. It features three digital displays and is made of acrylic.

Unfortunately, that’s also the only information available. I assume it’s a concept product. Wouldn’t mind seeing such a beauty out in stores.

(Via pan-dan)

Are you an expert on calling friends and colleagues in other time zones on your best time of the day? Not a very popular thing to do.

That’s where the KnoWhere You & Me Clock comes in – an analog wall clock with “You” and “Me” hands. It also comes with six blank spare metal hands and a marker, so you can write whatever you feel is necessary.

The KnoWhere Clock is designed by Peter Stathis and measures 12 inches (30.5 cm) in diameter. No word on pricing.

There are also two other models: Cosmos and OneWorld.

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(Via Soupe du Jour)