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USB Missile Rocket Launcher

USB Missile Rocket Launcher

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Keep your territory secure with this great USB Missile Launcher.

USB gizmos just keep on getting better! The latest weapon in office warfare technology, the ICBM (that's Inter-Cubicle Ballistic Missile) plugs into any standard computer USB port. The control centre software allows you to control the azimuth and elevation (that's side-to-side and up-and-down for non military people out there). When you have the target locked in your sights, press FIRE and the computer launches a foam missile, complete with whooshy missile sound effects!

You know a gadget has really caught on when hackers start producing modifications for them. Not satisfied with the bundled Windows 2000 / XP control panel, there is unofficial support for the Apple Mac, and for Linux. Or you could do what we have done here in the office, and tape a web cam to it. It certainly keeps visitors on their toes when they see a missile launcher tracking them around the office!

The missiles are launched by strong springs and have a range of about 3 metres, but as the missiles are nice safe foam, you are unlikely to do any damage unless they land in your manager's coffee and he gives you a clip around the ear.

  • Computer controlled missile launcher
  • Motorised control system, pan 180 degrees, elevates 45 degrees.
  • Three foam missiles
  • PC software CD containing 'Radar' type control panel
  • Mouse or keyboard controls
  • Computer generated missile launch sound effects
  • Suitable for ages 5 years+ but includes detachable parts, so supervision is recommended for younger children.
  • Requires a standard USB port
  • Requires 3 x AA Batteries (not included)
  • Size: 8 x 6 x 5 inches (20 x 14 x 12.5cm)

Note: The bundled software supports Windows 2000 and XP, but for those more adventurous people running a Mac or Linux, you can try third party missile control software- please note that use of third party software is not supported and at your own risk.
Mac Software
Linux Software

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Customer Reviews 2009-11-12
USB Missile Rocket Launcher ( Review of USB Missile Rocket Launcher )
Rated   5 Star Rating
Review by A viewer from Shropshire on 12/11/2009
I can give no honest appraisal yet. It looks good and from the write up it sounds good, but as it was bought as a Christmas present, I will have no idea just how good it is until AFTER Santa has called. Ask me again - after Christmas.
2008-12-14
Appreciation ( USB Missile Rocket Launcher review )
Rated   5 Star Rating
Review by A viewer from Maryport, Cumbria GB on 14/12/2008
I have purchased several times with Gadgets and have been delighted with the goods They have many unusual presents which were well received


Product Summary
Category
Name USB Missile Rocket Launcher
Price £24.95
Product Page http://www.gadgets.co.uk/item/USBMISSILE/USB-Missile-Rocket-Launcher.html
Photo http://www.gadgets.co.uk/mas_assets/full/USBMISSILE.jpg
Description USB gizmos just keep on getting better! The latest weapon in office warfare technology, the ICBM (that's Inter-Cubicle Ballistic Missile) plugs into any standard computer USB port. The control centre software allows you to control the azimuth and elevation (that's side-to-side and up-and-down for non military people out there). When you have the target locked in your sights, press FIRE and the computer launches a foam missile, complete with whooshy missile sound effects!