ThinkGeek's USB Mushroom Lamp Provides Light, Not Super Abilities

Matt Burns

Matt is a Senior Editor at TechCrunch. Matt Burns is a family man first and attempts to be a writer second. Born and raised in the heart of the automotive world, only cars eclipse his love of gadgets. He previously wrote for Engadget and EngadgetHD before moving into the party house that is TechCrunch. He learned the retail side of... → Learn More

Thursday, April 28th, 2011


Power up your desk with this USB Mushroom Lamp from ThinkGeek. It’s only $10 bucks, which is a small price to pay for the eternal satisfaction of a functional conversation piece. The light comes by way two super bright white LEDs powered by either USB or AA batteries. I’m of the belief that while the lure of an extra life is tempting, the red mushroom’s supersize ability is a better investment — or just spend $20 on both. [ThinkGeek via Technabob]