COMMUNICATIONS & ELECTRONICS

But here’s a nightlight for your driveway or backyard anyway! By iZoom®, and direct from the late-night infomercials, this quad beam solar-powered light has (98) white COB LEDs across its 4-faces and a rechargeable lithium battery inside. It’s motion and light-sensitive, and shines brighter when it senses motion . Measures 3-3/4" x 5" x 1-3/4" and comes with a self-adhesive pad on the back, plus screws and mollies. You supply the darkness. Sells for over $15 at a popular home retailer.

Da Mare could use this to point out cracks in the infrastructure at Wrigley Field. You, having a forgiving nature, will resist the urge to point out cracks in da mayor's infrastructure. You will, of course, use it to point out chimney cracks to the tuck-pointer, a cracked limb to the tree-trimmer, and the crack in your profit picture during a slide presentation. You can do all that and much, much more with the highly visible bright light from this <1mW green laser pointer. It's an unbelievable tool. If you need a laser pointer that seems to go on forever and is so strong that you can actually see the beam in the dark, it will be the best low-cost investment you ever made. Or the coolest high-end toy. The 532nm (+/-10) Class II light is 5-5/8" long x 1/2" dia, with (2) "AAA" batteries (not included), a momentary-on switch, pocket clip. An absolute necessity for astronomy, construction, surveying, warehousing, inspection and other large sites. And for playing in the dark.

We don't like to brag, but it's tough not to in a case like this. This is a wonderful pen-shaped laser pointer, 5-1/4" long, flat black or silver with gold pocket clip and head. It throws a red point a loong way (we've thrown it two city blocks at night, and it would've gone farther, but buildings got in the way). And what are we so proud of? We've seen a very similar item-not identical, mind you, but essentially the same-in one of those glossy, toys-for-grown-men catalogs. Their price? $20! We're proud not to be profit-mongers, buy it here and you can take pride in your smart shopping habits. (2) AAA Batteries are not included.

Our 200-lumen COB LED work light lets you get your projects done at any wee hour of the morning or night. It’s 6.5" long x 2-1/2”, sort of wand-shaped, like a light stick with a black plastic body and an integrated rear magnet. Everybody loves a hands-free light. Has (3) modes: 100%, 50% and strobing, and requires (3) AAA batteries, not included. But look at that price, you know?

The French call it le coup de foudre, a lightning bolt or, figuratively, love at first sight, which is what we were struck with when we saw this blue neon LED lightning bolt. We're thinking you'll feel the same way, and give one to someone you fell for out of the blue. Or maybe you're a Chargers fan. Made of white plastic, not glass, it glows blue (looks just like a neon tube) when lit via the (3) “AA” batteries you add—a small price for love. Bolt measures 10" x 4" x 3/4" on a 3-1/4" dia x 1-1/2" tall base.

How green is your thumb? Hard to tell in the dark unless you’ve got these nice solar garden lights showing off your hard work. No messing with wires or outlets--just stake them anywhere you want to add ambient lighting, flip on the switch and fugetaboutit. The 100-lumen beam can be focused to flood or spot so you can accent your flowers, pathways, garden gnomes or whatever you think needs accenting. Built-in solar panel swivels 360° to capture the sunlight and charge the 500mAh battery. Measures about 4-1/2” dia. and stands about 15” tall and they’re weatherproof with an IP54 rating. Great price, too! 

Think Tinkerbell after you clap. This 17-foot string of teensy yellowish-white LEDs are labeled “Soft Glow,” but they seem mighty bright to us. Smaller than a grain of rice and on a bendable wire, they're powered by a USB or a pair of AA batteries (included). Like their big brother LED sets, but much more delicate. We're thinking around windows, shelves, plants, wreaths, small Christmas trees (or trees on any sort), table centerpieces, hats, or even special hairdos.

Our common red or green pointer too blasé for you? Make your point violetly with one of these rare violet laser pointers. Its non-slip black rubberized case with silver accents is 6-1/8” long x 7/16”dia, with a momentary switch and a pocket clip. Does not Include the (2) “AAA” batteries you’ll need. 

Call it a gonzo version of our best work-light, this 4-5/8" x 2-1/4" x 1" cigarette-pack-size light has (60) white LEDs in a 3" x 1-1/2" window with a bright mode and a way brighter mode that would blind a turkey vulture, plus (4) more for a standard flashlight mode. Includes a flip-out easel, hook and a disc magnet. Comes with (3) "AAA"s. Manufacturer rates this bad boy at 900 lumens. 

You know about messages and ships in bottles, so it’s probably time for you to branch out with these terrariums in bulbs. It was bound to happen. Our very nice, clear-glass, upside-down light bulbs measure 7" tall x 3-1/2" dia at the widest. Inside they have polished rocks and plastic succulent foliage accented by a stylish 10-LED string of grain-of-wheat-style lights twisting through it. Featured flora include agave, aloe vera, torch plant and jade. Comes with four CR2032 coin cells for power. Just press the top to turn on the lights.

This rechargeable COB LED flashlight plugs right into the wall and earns its keep as a nightlight while it's recharging. Has adjustable focus, hi/lo/off switch, and disk magnets on the bottom. Shines at 150/300 lumens, and the nightlight can be triggered by light or motion up to 15 feet away. Charges fully in 3 hours. Measures 6" long x approx. 1-1/2” dia and the charging base is 4-1/2" x 2-1/4" x 2”.

Who doesn’t? Try this set of (5) low-profile white, red, green and blue LED accent light pucks. Measure approx 2-3/4” dia x 1” deep, they’re powered by (3) “AAA” batteries each, included and you’re welcome. Turn them on manually to switch between colors, or use the wireless remote. Also has bright or dim white settings, 4- and 8-hour cycles, and (12) color permutations for your color morphing pleasure. Remote includes a replaceable coin-cell battery and has a 15-foot range. Lights come with foam tape for mounting.

Nothing personal, electricians, but these bright (60 lumens) COB LEDs are cute, wireless and mount via a magnetic back or the included double-sided foam tape. Twist-on, twist-off. Perfect accent lighting for under counters or bookshelves, but handy anywhere. Measure 1-1/8” dia x 1/2” thick, and swivel right or left inside the detachable mounts. Powered by a pair of button-cell batteries, included. Our each is (6) lights.

Let there be light. Without switches. These (2) pivoting light bars at 6-3/8" x 1-5/8" x 3/4" with two 2" COB LEDs are motion- and light-sensitive (with a 30-second auto-off feature), and can be mounted pretty much anywhere via their self-adhesive strips and disc magnets. With 90-degree tilt-ability and rated at 300 lumens, these little lights are about as bright and versatile as anything this size can be. Each package comes with (2) light bars and (3) AAA batteries for each. Get a couple and you’ll probably be back for more.

You’ll never curse the darkness again because you’ll be able to obliterate it with this hand-sized floodlight and its 2-1/2" COB LED rated for 600 lumens. Has (2) modes, a weather-resistant 5-1/2" x 4" x 1-1/2" housing with rubber corners, a ratcheting handle/stand, (4) embedded disc magnets and (3) AA batteries for power. It’d be imprudent not to have a few of these on hand. Think: garage, basement, closet, shed, camper, tent, boat, cabin, cottage, attic…need we go on?

And you will, too, without even going to Folsom Prison, if you get this authentic-looking railroad crossing light. Has a flashing mode, and a light and sound option that includes locomotive noises that Pat called “awesome.” (He's a train guy.) Measures approx 10-1/2” tall x 6-3/8" x 2-7/8" (the light, not Pat), and you'll need to add a trio of “AA” batteries. For ages 3+.

Do not go gentle into that good night—you know the rest. Best way to rage against the dying of the light? Install The Ceiling Light from iZoom®. It’s a portable, wireless, motion- and light-activated, 200-lumen LED rig that’s easy to mount in a closet, hallway, pantry, basement, garage, porch, covered patio or about a hundred other places. Ceiling or wall, you decide. Mounts (3) ways: self-adhesive, magnetic or via key holes. Motion-activated from up to 16 feet away. Has auto and on/off settings, plus 30-second auto off. Powered by (4) “AA” batteries, included.

Hook these on the zipper pulls on your jackets and you'll never be in the dark again. Tiny LED lights measure 1" x 9/16" in a 5/16" thick oblong, and come on a 7/8" long lanyard clip. We'll pick some that will go with your eyes, in blue, green, black or red. Include little button cell batteries that can be replaced if you're the sort of person who does that.