They say you shouldn't judge a book by its cover, and that idiom definitely applies to these 10 household gadgets. Without the explanations, you might look at them with bewilderment. What are they really used for? Some are puzzling, some have functionality that you might not expect and others are just downright bizarre.
Wine-glass doorbell
If you thought this was some sort of rack for wine glasses, it's actually a doorbell. Visitors to your home are announced by the pleasant sound of a small hammer chiming crystal wineglasses. Well, that and the terrifying screams of people caught underneath a shower of razor-sharp glass shards. $225
USB shoe dryer
It's a table! It's a speaker!
At first glance this looks like a coffee table with a very modern design. But the Acoustable is also a powerful speaker. Underneath the hood it features a TEAC system that cranks out 360 degrees of sound from audio gadgets that can be hooked up to the table via USB or Wi-Fi. If anyone dares to put their feet up on it, turn it on and crank that sound up to 11. Price not available
Espresso by hand
If you try to use the Handpresso as a bike pump, you'll be extremely aggravated later on when you find out that it's actually a handheld espresso maker. It can push hot water through an espresso pod with 16psi of pressure whether you're using it indoors or out. Again, if you use it as a bike pump, don't come crying to us if your lattes start to taste like tire rubber. $78.46
Hub in a storm
If you have a lot of cable clutter on your computer desk, you'll have no trouble sinking this battleship. It may look like a toy, but it's actually a five-port USB hub for all of your peripheral and portable devices. $23
Surveillance 100 lamp
Don't be fooled — the Surveillance 100 won't help protect your home from break-ins. In fact, it just might make it easier for them to find all of the valuable stuff in your home. That's because this is actually an elaborately designed lamp. Regardless, it may help keep your unknowing visitors on their best behavior. Price not available.
RelaxOne massager
Is this person getting an MRI or a massage? Oddly enough, it's the latter. The RelaxOne is a massage chair with an elaborate audio system that surrounds you with sound when the pod is closed. The ultimate in relaxation is allegedly achieved through an immersive experience for the senses. All you need to do is bring a pizza in there and you'll be ready to unwind from a long day at work. Price not available