This might be the ultimate throwback diversion at your next party. Forget the Wii or Rockband. Get a TV Etch-A-Sketch. It plugs into your television through a video input and suddenly your flat-panel is now hours of useless fun.

Sure, it’s geared towards children but with a few beverages and some laughs your guests will be mad with sketching. Best of all you don’t lose the shake-and-erase fun. Just shake the controller and the image disappears.

What this means to you: Made for children. Enjoyed by adults.

Cost: $13 @ The Lighter Side

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Got 10 grand burning a hole in your bank account? Looking for a centerpiece to your entertainment computing system? Well, break out the cards because the Qx is some serious computing - wait for it - integration.

Integration what? Well, let’s go down the specs and maybe you’ll see. This computer is a 42″ 1080p LCD monitor built in with 3.0 GHzIntel Core 2 Extrememe processors, XLR8 GeForce 8800 Ultra graphics card with a 768MB of GDDR3 overclocked by PNY tp 621MHz from 575MHz. It has 200 MBPS HotwireWith Lumenlab’s™ Hotwire™ networking and utilizes Q’s powerplug which pars down all the connectivity to one single cable. The choice of HD-DVD or BluRay drive, SPDIF 8.1 channel audio, Noctua silent cooling manufactured in Austria only add to the Q’s prowess.

What this means to you: You could probably get two comparable Dell computers for the same price, but then no one would be able to stand stupefied at your crazy ass for having such a thing. That is pretty much the worth the cost.

Cost: $10,000 @ Lumenlab

When you think of IKEA you probably think Swedish Meatballs. If no meatballs then you might think of one specific chair from IKEA that’s basically become synonymous with the pre-fab(ulous) brand.

It’s the POÄNG chair. Made of layer-glued bent beechwood it provides great flexibility as well as comfort. The simple yet ingenious design blends comfort and style with a low price, the very founding principles of IKEA. There’s also a footstool available, but like any footstool or ottoman, you pay a premium.

Our last visit to the venerable furniture store proved to be a pleasant surprise as discovered they now offer the POÄNG with a Ullevi orange hued seat cushion in addition to a black-brown frame. Gear Patrol colors anyone?

What this means to you: At this price, why not get two?

Cost: Chair $149 @ IKEA Footstool $65 @ IKEA

When you think of water bottles most likely Nalgene comes to mind and rightly so since they’ve put out a venerable product for more years than we care to remember.

But Camelbak, also synonymous with hydration solutions has a bottle you should avert your eyes and money to. It’s an innovative spill-proof bottle. It uses the Bite-n-Sip valve Camelbak uses in their other products to prevent spilling when drinking. It doesn’t even require you tip the bottle. Definitely handy if you’re on the go and need your head focused. Camelbak has taken the spill-proof definition even further by making a product that won’t spill even if it’s left in the open position. There’s some explanation of vacuums and whatnot here, but we’ll spare you the details.

The .75 liter carrying capacity bottle is dishwasher safe and has an integrated handle for your carabiner.

What this means to you: A cheap, fantastic solution for your training hydration needs and it’s available in more colors than we care to list.

Cost: $10-14 @ Amazon

In a world of plastic and aluminum electronics it’s nice to find that there are still those that embrace the always-in-style wood. In this case, a hand-crafted cherry iPod dock.

The Vers 2x plays and charges all iPods (sans the Shuffle) with it’s included 8 iPod adaptors and produces gorgeous room-filling sound via two 3″ 15 watt full-range drivers. The drivers are complimented by dual bass ports for surprising bass performance from such a small cabinet. It has a removable speaker grille which we prefer removed and a full functioning remote which controls all iPod functions.

What this means to you: A small stylish package that doesn’t compromise on serene sound.

Cost: $180 @ Vers

A man’s timepiece is an essential part of his wardrobe. Hell, any man worth his salt knows if you rock a quality watch it doesn’t matter what your wardrobe looks like. Though the combination of both undoubtedly reigns supreme.

If you’ve purchased yourself a watch recently and are looking for a point of differentiation then the only place you’ve got to work with is the strap or bracelet.

We’ve procured a few from the folks at Strap Culture for our Panerai timepieces and are keen on their unique, modern and timely (pun intended) styles. Take a look at the Legend series straps made of genuine leather, hand-stitched detailing and an etched skull and crossbones on the buckle.

Strap Culture is obviously a specific company catered specifically to Panerai timepieces, but take a look and you’ll see there are plenty out there to pick from. Start with this list here:

• Banda
• Jean Rousseau
• Europelli

What this means to you: Step 1: Buy a quality timepiece. Check here for recommendations. Step 2: Wear it, everywhere. Step 3: Instantly make it wardrobe versatile by purchasing a unique strap.

Cost: $118 @ Strap Culture

Just because you own a pair of sneakers doesn’t mean you shouldn’t own another. Well, at least that’s our take. If you’re finding yourself in the market for a pair of kicks for this coming Spring then take a look at the Radius from Lacoste. It’s great for sports or just casual wear and they have the signature style of Lacoste with a few throwback design cues.

They’re also available in a black/graphite with a pollen colored accent. Pictured to the right.

What this means to you: Every guy should have a pair of white shoes in his closet. Few things match your jeans or chinos better in the warm months and you can take advantage of the winter sales going on now.

Cost: $111 @ Zappos

The beauty of a good ottoman is it’s ability to serve as not only a place to prop your feet but a coffee table as well or in the case of this writer, additional seating for guests as they’re tearing it up some Xbox. Using a wood serving tray you’ll have a perfect place to throw out the snacks, drinks and whatever comestibles you prefer having.

This ottoman’s birch frame is a wood-veneered pine in espresso, has a bi-cast leather surface and button tufting.

What this means to you: $200 for a coffee table / ottoman / additional seating not to mention it’s got a timeless look. Who says you can’t be surrounded by good looking things as you frag enemies on your plasma?

Cost: $200 @ Target

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If this isn’t proof a hybrid can be gorgeous I don’t know what is. For those of you who aren’t familiar with Fisker Coachbuilders they’re a custom coach builder that takes cars like the Mercedes Benz SL or the BMW 6 series and turns them into individualized works of art. Henrik Fisker was the designer of the Aston Martin DB9 and the BMW Z8 so his credentials need no justification.

The Fisker Karma was built in cooperation with Quantum Fuel System Technologies and unlike most hybrids which start with another vehicle and undergo mechanical transformation - the Karma is all new with a price to match.

Karma’s Q-DRIVE is based off of lithium batteries that can propel the vehicle up to 50 miles on battery power alone but obviously works in conjunction with the 4-cylinder engine to give the vehicle a 100 mile per gallon fuel efficiency. Yes, 100 miles per gallon. 100mpg, 0-60mph in 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 125 mph. Those are specs previously never seen in the same sentence. Keep an eye out for this one. [via Acquire]

What this means to you: For the price of a well equipped Porsche you can get yourself into a true eco-lusive (we know, that’s reaching pretty far) vehicle.

Cost: $80,000 - $100,000 @ Fisker

Every guy needs a decent set of tools in the house. Every guy may not necessarily need a hammerdrill in the house, but if you do find yourself tinkering around with any drilling then we suggest you cough up the cash to get yourself a DeWalt Cordless Hammerdrill. The kit includes everything you need to start drilling holes the size of The Chunnel into your den. It even has a LED light built into it so you can see all the damage you’ve done in dark places. Weighs 4.9 lbs, 1/2″ single sleeve ratcheting clutch to redduce slippage and variable speeds.

• 1 Hour Charger
• 2 18V Batteries
• Screwdriver bit
• Heavy-duty kit box

What this means to you: Man need tool. Man need powertool.

Cost: $220 @ DeWalt