Geeky Wooden Table with Built-in Computer

File this under: creative wooden gadgets. Designed by Marlies Romberg, Dear Diary 1.0 is essentially a wooden table that has a built-in computer — laser cut to be exact. No word yet on if the computer actually works.

One thing’s for sure, the artist makes a good case for precision craftsmanship with her exquisite woodwork, a delightful counterpoint to today’s increasingly plastic world.

SB6309: The World’s First Cell Phone with Integrated Cigarette Lighter

If a regular lighter is too boring for you, check out the SB6309. This cell phone is the world’s first to feature an integrated cigarette lighter. Other features include: a 2.4-inch display, 1.3-megapixel camera, and dual SIM functionality.

Much like the cigarette lighter in your car, this phone has a heating element in the back for your cigarettes.

Portable Xbox 360 Could be a Reality

Microsoft corporate VP Shane Kim confirmed that a portable Xbox 360 could very well be in the works, and released sooner than later. He stated: “We’re building a service in Live that will…will extend to other platforms…no question about it.”

Surprisingly, Kim even touches on the always touchy (and often not even mentioned) Live Anywhere initiative, saying, “We talked about Live Anywhere a few years ago … Live is the connective tissue.”

Strange (But Real) Speaker Designs

Light Bulb Speakers

Created by Altec Lansing, these light bulb speakers feature a wireless attachment that can be connected to a variety of audio devices, including Apple’s iPod. Users can also wirelessly stream music via Bluetooth to supported devices.

Starbuck’s Coffee Speakers

Before you throw out the Starbuck’s coffee cups laying around, check out this nifty mod, which turns them into functional speakers. To build your own, you’ll need: a TDA1552Q amplifier chip and plenty of cups — more the better, just in case you mess something up.

500XL Earphone Speakers

From afar, they may look like standard iPod earbuds, but they’re actually functional speakers that can be connected to any device with a 3.5mm audio jack. The device can also double as a belt should you want to look extra geeky. Available now, priced at $39.

Speaker Lamps

How about a new way hang your speakers? Even audiophiles will agree that mounting speakers for the perfect soundstage isn’t the easiest of tasks, so these speaker lamps aim to make things a bit easier.

Speech Bubble Speakers

Art Lebedev Studios introduces the Speech Bubble Speaker. At $120 per pair, they measure 4″ x 6″ x 2″ and feature a white ABS shell, mated to a matte black grille. No PC required. Simply connect it to any device with a headphone jack, and you’re set.

EGG Speaker

For those who prefer egg-shaped speaker docks, this gadget is just for you. When cracked open, you get two satellite speakers and a subwoofer, which doubles as the unit’s base. While we can’t vouch for its sound quality, it’s definitely an interesting conversation piece nonetheless.

KTM X-Bow Tackles the Snow

At $130000 and 1700-pounds, the KTM X-Bow is not only a track ready vehicle, but it can also tackle the snow. Think of it as an all-season, street legal go kart.

The biggest problem proved to be the lack of a windscreen. Not only was the full-face helmet necessary for warmth, but for keeping the constant spray of road-salt and slush thrown up by the snow plow-like front splitter out of the driver’s eyes.