Sometimes all it takes to stay close to your desk and in front of your computer to get your work done is the promise of future academic success. Other times – like when MerDer are getting ready to walk down the aisle – you wish that someone would physically chain you down to one spot just so you can hammer out that last bit of work.
Wish no more! With the Study Ball, you don’t need another party to subject you to the torture of forced labor because you can do it yourself for the low, low price of $115!
The 21-lb. Study Ball is basically a “prison-style” ball, chain and manacle made of steel that is rigged to a timer, according to Curiosite.com. The timer unlocks the device after the specified amount of time, which is indicated on a digital display. For safety, a tiny safety key is included so that the manacle can be unlocked at any time.
According to the site, which sells “unusual gifts for unusual people”, the product is:
“especially recommended for desperate parents whose children won’t study, people preparing for civil service exams who have trouble concentrating, and for all sorts of students in general. It’s also recommended for freelance workers: web designers, computer programmers, bloggers, architects, translators, and anyone else who spends long hours sitting in front of the computer.”
The amusing gadget is the product of Spanish designer Emilio Alarcon, who thought up the idea after speaking with a friend. “The project was born of a conversation I had with a friend who was studying for a civil service exam … He said: I haven’t left the house in a week, this is like being in jail,” said Alarcon.
Sounds like The Boyfriend’s description of studying for law school.
(Gizmodo via Curiosite via FayerWayer via Newlaunches)
The Blawgirl crawls the Interwebz to find steals and deals for the frugal law student and the competitive bargain shopper. Find a new Frugal Finds 11:30 (ish) p.m. PST every Monday through Saturday! Also, each post is updated as I come across items. You’re welcome.
Alerts:
- Scary clowns. At Cirque Du Soleil, when you buy one ticket at regular price for select Las Vegas performances of its Ka, Mystere, Love, O, Criss Angel Believe, or Zumanity productions, you get a second ticket for $25. (via DealNews)
Gadgets and Gear:
- $550 notebook. The HP Home & Home Office Store has the HP G70t Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz 17″ Widescreen Notebook for $549.99 with free shipping via the directions at DealNews.
- $689 notebook. Dell Home has the Dell Inspiron 15 Intel Core 2 Duo 2.53GHz 15.6″ Widescreen Notebook in pacific blue for $689 plus $29 for shipping via the directions at DealNews.
- $130 notebook. Dell Home has the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 10-Megapixel Digital Camera in pink or silver for $129.99 with free shipping, but coupon code “ZL8GCRDBC$F3BH” brings the price down to $114.99. (via DealNews)
- $20 backpack. Today only, eBags.com has the JanSport Big Student Backpack in three colors for $19.99 (List: $50) plus $6.95 for shipping. (via DealNews)
Entertainment:
- $2 Cary Brothers album. Today only, the Amazon MP3 Store has downloads of Who You Are by The Cary Brothers for $1.99. (via DealNews) If you enjoyed the Garden State movie soundtrack, which featured as song by the group, you may also enjoy this album.
- Free iTunes downloads. This week’s single of the week, “Under Control”, comes from Parachute, which is somewhat reminiscent of Maroon 5 in Songs About Jane. The discovery download comes from comedian Christian Finnegan, who expounds on people who give high fives in “High Five Yourself”.
Odds and Ends:
- Free screaming flying monkey. Spend $29.99 or more at ThinkGeek.com, and receive a free Screaming Monkey Slingshot (Reg.: $6.99) with your order with coupon code “MONKEYFLY”. (via DealNews) What exactly is a Screaming Monkey Slingshot? Check out the vid below!
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