You might not think there are many remote controls out there beyond the average black-and-grey numbers you'll find at most electronics stores, but there's a veritable treasure trove of remote-control geekery to be found! All one needs to do is look for it. Here are some gems we discovered while trolling the Internet for a remote controlled Tardis, in alphabetical order.
11 Silly, Goofy and Pants-Crappingly Awesome Remote Controls
Depending on your point of view, some of these remotes could get you slapped or spanked.
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April 16, 2010
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Star Trek Classic Phaser Remote Control
This discontinued item might be difficult to find, and it might’ve been designed to control outmoded technology (Toshiba HD DVD players), but you’ll be the envy of Red Shirts everywhere when you wield this future weapon. Don’t worry, it’ll also work with TVs and other remote controlled devices, but the real beauty of this thing is that it also belts out classic phaser sound effects! So get ready for lots of TODDLE-ODDLE-ODDLE-ODDLE-ODDLE on your bridge! $69.95 at eBay
Excalibur 7-in-1 NFL Football Universal Remote Control
Do you miss football season as fricking much as we do?! (GEAUX SAINTS!!!) Bring a little bit of the gridiron back into your life with these soft football remotes that feature your team’s logo. It won’t make your team’s first home game happen any faster, but it will remind you to start saving for some scalped season tickets. [Do not purchase scalped season tickets! - Ed. Note] $24.99 at Drugstore.com
Magic Wand Programmable TV Remote
For your next Harry Potter marathon party, why not impress the other wizards and witches in your castle with your wand-wielding skills by brandishing this Magic Wand remote? Able to learn up to 13 functions from your existing remotes, the Wand will let you be the Headmaster of your very own Hogwarts in no time! Just be careful where you swish-and-flick this thing and don’t send anyone to the 5th Dimension...or put anyone’s eye out. $89.99 at ThinkGeek.
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