The definition of the term “geek” has changed and has been reinvented in more ways than you can imagine. Overtime, it has gone on from being a derogatory term to a descriptive word used by a person or a group. These days, sometimes to be a geek is to be cool and smart. Look at these 7 personal and office items that will satisfy the geek in you.
Price: $12.99 at thinkgeek.com
These Chop Sabers, unfortunately for all Star Wars fans, are not to be used as weapons. They do not light up or slice through flesh. However, they are very useful when faced with Asian food or your break time noodles. These Japanese imports are fully licensed Lucas film collectibles.
Price: $19.99 at thinkgeek.com
Don’t let yourself get in a situation where you need a bottle opener yet don’t have one. Impress your friends with this chrome-finished bottle opener. It works like your regular bottle opener and looks just like the USS Enterprise, NCC-1701. It is also an Officially Licensed Star Trek Bottle Opener.
Price: $19.99 - $29.99 at thinkgeek.com
The people over at Think Geek have discovered the plans of a master umbrella maker. Now they bring you the Samurai Sword Handle Umbrella. You can quickly and effectively combat rain with the sturdy plastic handle and the push button opening. It comes in as a full-sized Katana or a travel-sized Tanto.
Price: $5.99 at thinkgeek.com
Equip yourself against a mini-ninja ambush by having these mini ninja weapons ready. You can choose from the following: katana, nunchucks, and shuriken. They are all made of metal so you don’t have to worry about them breaking during combat or when you are showing them off to your friends.
Price: $14.99 at thinkgeek.com
Make cubicle visits more interesting for you and your officemates with the cubicle doorbell. It needs 2 AAA batteries to operate and can be attached using double-sided self-attaching Velcro; the batteries and Velcro are included in the package. You can select from 12 different sounds and 3 volume settings to suit the environment and noise level of your office.
Price: $12.99 at thinkgeek.com
Smart people don’t just think of ninjas, samurais, science fiction, and computers. They also think about the environment. This noodle cup is made of ceramic, is washable, and can be reused forever.
Price: $29.99 at thinkgeek.com
You can’t help but reminisce when you use this ThinkGeek original product. You can make and receive calls with this handset that has a range of 30 feet. The handset works with Bluetooth version 1.0, 1.1, and 1.2. The battery is USB rechargeable.
You can easily incorporate and display these products so people can admire them, and you, immediately. While basking in other people’s admiration, don’t forget about the other smart people in your life who need to embrace their inner geek. And remember: girls and boys can be cool and geeky together.