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Gadgets You Can Wear (But Really Shouldn't)

by Tim Stevens on March 12, 2009 at 06:04 AM

A Collection of Silly Geeky Wearables
Want to be taken seriously by your peers? Well, then don't get caught wearing any of this stuff. GeekSugar has compiled a list of gadgety wear and accessories that will almost universally make you look bad, regardless of how geeky your peers are. Here are a few highlights:
  • Oakley Thump MP3 Sunglasses - The style is good, but the fold-down headphones make these a bit cheesy and, dare we say it, not quite socially acceptable.
  • The Connect-a-Desk - This backwards backpack lets you type on a laptop while walking around. Great for system admins who are constantly walking around the building. Not so great for being seen in public.
  • iPod Lederhosen - Okay, if you happen to live or work in an area where lederhosen (traditional German pants) are socially acceptable (which we doubt), don't further push your luck by wearing this model of pants sporting integrated iPod controls. There's nothing trendy, or traditional, about them.
  • R2D2 Backpack - This would be undeniably cute for your kids, but, regardless of how badly you want to go back to the time when you were a young Padawan learner, there's just no place for one of these on an adult.
  • The iPod Hat - Yes, it's a hat that holds an iPod. Need we say more?
Take heed and avoid these things -- unless you're seeking a gag gift for a friend, that is. If you are looking to embarrass somebody, though, consider this a sort of shopping list, and check out the read link for even more ideas. We also thought we'd add a gallery we created a while back, of other silly tech clothing. [From: GeekSugar]

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