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• Love Bunnies - The world's first Facebook sex toy! (lovehoney.co.uk)
• Love Bunnies from Love Honey (lovebunni.es)
• Love Bunnies @ Facebook (facebook.com; login required)

At just under four and a half inches, the MIA can easily pass for just another thumb drive (albeit an oversized, girly one), and not just because it of how it looks: it also happens to be USB-powered. But style can only take a girl so far. So how well does the vibe actually work?

For such a small vibrator, the MIA is surprisingly strong. Given the size, I'd been expecting a tame, one-speed vibe, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that it had several levels of vibration as well as three different settings of pulse patterns to boot. Like any good tech toy, the MIA can be customized to meet your vibration needs ... provided they fall within the proscribed settings, that is.

However, I was disappointed to see that LELO had dispensed with their iPod-esque control system seen on the Gigi and Iris and instead opted for a simpler, two button control similar to those found on Fun Factory toys like the Laya Spot. Press the plus button to turn the vibe on, and up, and to switch it into the pulse pattern mode. To get out of pulse pattern mode, decrease the vibration, or turn the toy off, you press the minus button. Sure, it would have been difficult to fit more buttons on such a small vibe. But sometimes, it's the little things that make a vibe worth your time, and your cash.

LELO has advertised the MIA as being the ultimate vibe for the gal on the go. And in many ways they're right about that: it's fun to use, easy to carry, and best of all doesn't require any cables or batteries. If you need a vibe you can put in your pocket and charge discreetly, the MIA may just be for you. Just be prepared for questions about why your thumb drive doesn't show up on the desktop—though if LELO ever did figure out a way to incorporate a hard drive into this baby, it'd be our favorite vibe ever.

• LELO: MIA (lelo.com)
• Buy the MIA (lelo.com)

But then the Naughtinano landed on my desk, and I started to reconsider my OhMiBod ban. Unlike the original OhMiBod, the Naughtinano has a slight, curvy form that's both pleasing to the eye and the G-spot. This was all it needed to make me intrigued enough to ignore its cringeworthy name and hook it up to my iPod.

As has been noted before, the OhMiBod vibrators respond differently to different types of songs: and they respond best to ones that are bass and percussion heavy. I turned my iPod on and set it to random. It jumped to Devo's "Are You Experienced?"

That was a good choice.

As the song wound to a close, though, I got a nasty surprise: any lag between songs leads to a lag in vibrator performance. You know how iPods will sometimes have several seconds of quiet during the song transition? Well, that's several seconds sans vibration. Not a good feature.

But as I clicked through my song selection, I started to forget about that failing and more became interested in seeing which songs worked well with the vibe and which, well, didn't. A random sampling found that The Roots' "Swept Away," almost anything by The Chemical Brothers or Portishead, Fatboy Slim's "Love Life," and (somewhat surprisingly) Ne-Yo's "So Sick" all made my clit twitch.

The Violent Femmes, on the other hand, were largely a failure.

For many, the Naughtinano's utility may ultimately have more to do with your taste in music than anything else. If you prefer to masturbate to softspoken slow jams, you may find your sexy tunes leaving you in cold. Electrofiends, on the other hand, should be rather pleased with the experience.

Of course, you can always switch out the iPod attachment and turn the Naughtinano into a standard vibe, but I have a hard time seeing why you'd want to. Stripped of the iPod, the Naughtinano is just a basic one-speed vibe. Now seriously, where's the fun in that?

· OhMiBod (ohmibod.com)
· Buy the Naughtinano (store.babeland.com)

The manufacturer of the SaSi makes two main claims about it: that it learns what you like and that it stimulates the body in a way completely unlike any other sex toy. So let's take these one at a time.

The first time I heard that the SaSi could learn how to get me off, I got a little freaked out, thinking that this toy was powered by some kind of A.I. voodoo that would sense when and how often and how hard the toy made me came. Not so much, though: turns out "learns what you like" is actually just code for "fancy system of programmable stimulation settings."

In other words, the SaSi has two different modes: "learning mode" and "favorites mode". (You select which mode you'd like to enter after you turn the toy on.) In learning mode, the SaSi works its way through every stimulation setting and pauses for twenty seconds at each movement pattern. If you like the way a pattern feels, you can hit the "don't stop" button. When you shut the toy off, favorites mode updates with your last five "don't stop" settings, turning the mode mode into your own customized orgasm session. It may not be as impressive as some A.I. voodoo, but it's still pretty cool.

As for the completely unique stimulation method, though ... well, this is where the SaSi really, really shines. Most vibrators function as a blunt object of erotic stimulation. You turn them on, they vibrate. Sure, you can alter the speed or pattern of vibration, and some of them have parts that swivel, but there's not a lot of subtlety involved.

But with the SaSi, things are different. From the top side, the SaSi looks a bit like a sleek, wireless mouse. Flip it over, however, and its true nature is revealed. You'll see a small bump, and it's this bump that makes all the difference. It kicks into action when you turn the SaSi on, moving along the clit as fast or as slow as you wish: it moves sideways, it moves in circles, it moves up and down. Most importantly, it places pressure (not vibration, but pressure) directly on or around the clit. As you may have guessed, it pretty closely simulates getting head. Try getting a Hitachi Magic Wand to do that.

But that's not all: in addition to the movements of its magic bump, the SaSi is also capable of vibrating in a traditional style. With the push of a different button, the body of the SaSi starts rocking and rolling. Vibration can be increased or decreased, or set to a variety of pulse patterns. If you can imagine a small tongue moving just the way you like that's connected to a flat, vibrating head ... well, that's pretty much what the SaSi is like. In other words, it's awesome.

I had just two issues with the SaSi. The first issue was relatively minor: after extended periods of use, the SaSi tends to get a bit hot. I wasn't particularly bothered by the sensation—I actually kinda liked it—but a part of me did worry a bit about the motor overheating, or possibly catching on fire. (It never happened. I just worry.)

The second issue was a bit more bothersome, and certainly something to keep in mind if you're planning on spending $185 to buy one. The SaSi is strictly a clitoral toy, which means it's not designed to penetrate the vagina. So if you need penetration to get off, or if clitoral stimulation makes you want to get fucked, you might find yourself a bit unsatisfied if you're not using it in combination with another toy.

On the other hand, if clitoral stimulation is all you need to get your world rocking, this may just be the best thing that's ever happened to your ladyparts. It's been a long, frustrating wait for the SaSi. But now that it's finally available, I can definitely say that wait was worth it.

You might also appreciate the fact that the SaSi is a rechargeable vibrator with a sterilizable silicone coating. So if you're diligent about cleaning it, you can share it with your loved ones. But with a toy this good, you might not want to.

• The SaSi (jejoue.com)
• Buy the SaSi (@ babeland.com)

"Why do you need my help?" he asked.

"Because it's the We-Vibe," I replied. "If I don't have you, it's just a Me Vibe."

Yes, the We-Vibe is a couple's vibe, if you will—a marital aid in the truest sense. A purple (of course), silicone-coated vibe that's shaped a bit like a lopsided U, the vibe sits half inside, half outside the vagina. The thinner prong nestles up against the G-spot, leaving plenty of room for penile or other penetration, while the fatter prong which houses the controls curls up against the gspot. Which is all well and good, but does it actually work?

Well, we'll get to that in a second. First things first, though: On initial inspection, the We-Vibe appears to have no controls to speak of. There are no buttons, no dials, and no obvious method to get the party started. It's only when you open up the accompanying manual that you learn that the little dimples in the fatter prong are actually signaling the location of the power switch, which is located underneath the silicone coating. (The manual also informs you that you must charge the vibe a full twenty-four hours before first use. This is definitely an RTFM vibe.)

Before sliding the toy into place, be sure to lube it up well with a water-based lube. Switch it on, and you're ready to go!

My first session of we-vibing occurred in the missionary position, a choice I would later regret. Though the vibing was quite nice, if a bit low-powered, the positioning was all wrong. On more than one occasion, the weight of my assistant's body pressed parts of the toy uncomfortably into my pelvis, and it was pretty difficult to get it to set just right. If anything the toy felt like more of a distraction than an enhancement. Likewise with girl on top: any situation where the vibe could be jammed against my body seemed to be a position I didn't really care for.

I was pretty soured on the whole we-vibing thing, but I figured I'd give it one more go, in doggy style. If my partner was coming at me from behind, there'd be no pressure on the front section of the vibe — and maybe that would leave me free to enjoy the vibe.

And — not too shockingly — I was right. As with so many things, position makes all the difference for the We-Vibe. What had been an uncomfortable addition to my boning session suddenly transformed into an extra note of pleasure.

Of course, given that this is the We-Vibe, it wasn't just my pleasure that I had to look out for, so after our experiment I asked my assistant for some feedback. His experience fell somewhere in the range of neutral to positive. At worst, the We-Vibe was a bit of a barrier, almost like an extra-thick condom. He admitted that at one point, it felt as though he were fucking the toy, rather than me — though with enough lube that sensation seemed to dissipate. Mostly, he didn't feel it all; except, apparently, at the moment of orgasm.

"I think it might have helped me come, and made me come a little harder," he said.

So there you have it. Smiles all around!

· We-Vibe (we-vibe.com)
· Buy the We Vibe (babeland.com)

But beyond doing their part in the war against flaccidity, and occasionally producing a thicker, more turgid erection, cock rings haven't really done much for me personally. The ones with nubs or ticklers have done a bit to tickle my fancy, but it's never really been anything worth writing home about. But then the Sonic Ring Kit walked (or, er, rolled) into my life, and everything changed.

At its heart, this cock ring is a simple toy: a jelly rubber ring, studded with a few ticklers, accompanied by a simple push button bullet vibe. But its simplicity is also its greatest strength. The stretchy jelly rubber is fairly easy to get off and on (just be careful it doesn't stick to the skin), and the bullet vibe stays on with no help needed from the wearer—all the better for some hands free fun.

But did the extra vibe add some kick to my ride? As with so many sex toys: it depends. In some positions the ring was a sheer delight, while in others it was a bit of a nuisance. My favorite set up involved my assistant pressing up against me and simply rocking back and forth, creating a consistent vibration against my girlparts. The worst one was legs spread open missionary: with my clitoris exposed, the vibration was uncomfortably intense. Standard missionary was a bit of a mixed bag: as you might have guessed, thrusting in and out moves the vibrator back and forth, creating a kind of make-your-own-pulse pattern sensation. Depending on your mood and preferences, it's either incredibly delightful or incredibly annoying.

The Sonic Ring Kit certainly takes a bit of practice to figure out. But at $20, it's worth the effort. (And even if it doesn't work out for you, you still have that bullet vibe to use as you wish.) I must say, I'm looking forward to taking a few more laps around the track with it and seeing where it goes.

Though I also must say, learning how much I enjoy vibration during intercourse has definitely increased my curiosity about the We-Vibe, a fancy vibrator designed to be worn during intercourse. But I'll have to get back to you about that one another week.

· Buy the Sonic Ring Kit (babeland.com)

So how did it stack up?

With its lifelike bumps and curves (no smiley animal faces here!) and substantial girth, the Boss slid comfortably inside my parts, filling things out quite nicely. But form isn't everything: I reached down to turn the toy on and see how it functioned.

However, all my gripes about the dial faded away once the vibration kicked in. Though it's a battery-powered toy, The Boss comes with more than a bit of kick — and combined with the toy's size, the vibration is definitely enough to let you know who's in charge.

My heart still belongs to some of the fancier, rechargeable vibes; but if you're looking for a toy that has the power to make you swoon and — at a mere $58 — won't break the bank; you might want to let The Boss stop by and show you how its done.

· Buy the The Boss (babeland.com)

So needless to say, a vibe that promises some hands-free satisfaction has more than a bit of appeal—and the possibility of getting off with both hands above the belt was certainly something I had to investigate.

A small U-shaped vibe, the Snugglepuss delivers the goods with no hands needed. One leg inserts into the vagina while the other hugs the clitoris, clamping the vibe into place; and as the two legs pull apart, the motor kicks into action — no buttons needed either!

Dual action vibes don't always hit the right spots. But in my case, the Snugglepuss positioned itself properly, the ticklers fluttering against my clit and gspot in delicious, orgasmic harmony. And yes, the hands-free part was pretty sweet: having a toy that stayed in place all on its own—which allowed me to to focus on, um, other sources of stimulation—was definitely a nice change of pace.

But it's not all sunshine with the Snugglepuss. Much as I liked the design, I was disappointed by the less than banging motor. And with just one speed, and no pulse pattern variations, this one-trick pony can get a little boring after a bit of use. (As far as that;'s concerned: if you're looking to shake things up a bit, I highly recommend walking around with the Snugglepuss planted in your puss. A little rocking action can totally rock your world.)

The Snugglepuss is a winner when it comes to design and ease of use—and if you're happy with some basic vibrating action, it may just be the vibe for you. I'd like to see a little bit of an upgrade involving a stronger motor and more vibration speeds—but until then, I'll happily groove on all the hands-free love it's able to deliver.

· Buy the Snugglepuss (babeland.com)

I’m not one of those women. For some reason, rabbit vibes have never appealed to me. Maybe it’s the fact that most of them are made of scary things like jelly rubber; maybe it’s the fact that I shy away from trendy toys; or maybe it’s just that damn little rabbit. Whatever the cause, I’ve haven’t ever felt very rabbit-curious. But when presented with a dual action vibe that’s made of silicone and doesn’t have a cutesey little animal face staring up at me ... well, now I'm curious.

Designed by Vibratex—the manufacturers of the (all too) popular Rabbit Habit—the Rosebud bears more than a passing resemblance to its leporid cousin, even if it doesn’t bear much resemblance to a rosebud. Stimulation is provided in two ways: via a rotating bulb at the end of the shaft, meant to grind against the G-spot, and a crazy alien-looking dude who reaches out to hug your clit. Your pleasure is controlled by two little sliders located on the handle, one to control the gspot action, the other to control the clit: slide them up to get your party rocking, slide them down when you need to chill.

So how did it stack up? The Rosebud did indeed have its charms, and I enjoyed my time with it. But overall, it left me wanting. Nice as it was, the placement of certain parts just seemed, well, a little off. Unlike the Rabbit Pearl, which has a cluster of rotating beads at the bottom of the shaft, the Rosebud’s shaft is a bit barren. In order to really get my groove on, I had to place the rotating bulb directly on my G-spot, which meant jacking off with the bulk of the shaft sitting outside my pussy. Thankfully, the little alien guy was still able to contact my clit, but having half the Rosebud outside my hoo-ha was awkward nonetheless.

Ultimately, the Rosebud confirmed what I’d long suspected about dual action vibes: while they seem nice in theory, with such a fixed shape they’re just not flexible enough to conform to every woman’s body. Which just goes to show you that just because a vibe is trendy, doesn’t mean it’s actually right for you.

· Buy the Rosebud (babeland.com)

If that's not depressing enough, try the dildo that puts you on a self-imposed sex strike based on the measurements of certain political and social facts. For example, if you set a "tolerance limit" of two Iraqi civilian deaths a day, then on any day where civilian deaths in Iraq exceed that number, the vibrator is locked out and you can't use it. No one dies and you're free to jack it! Awesome! Also creepy!

Obviously, these inventions are more Statements than useful masturbatory devices—it's probably better to imagine how a 8.5 quake would rock your hoo-hah instead of waiting for one. But the attempt to tie your daily orgasms to events affecting other people on Earth is a fascinating concept.

Both of these projects are being developed by a group called Cho-Yaba to compete for the "Golden Kleene" award at the next Arse Elektronika this fall. We're very interested in seeing the final results, even if given what we've seen so far their third as-yet-unveiled project—something called the "Perpetual Erection Machine"—is almost too spooky to contemplate. Even for us.

· a series of controversial dildonics (free.fr, via Slashdong)
· Controversial Dildonics (cho-yaba.com)
· Arse Elektronika 2008 (monochrom.at)

(Oh, and the most shocking part? How about the $2,200 price tag? Guess they won't be giving that idea away anytime soon ... )

· Shockspot.net - Pleasure System (shockspot.net, via Slashdong)

· Adam & Eve (adameve.com)

Previously: (Another) Design A Sex Toy Contest, Babeland's Project Sex Toy 2006

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· Vibrating Touch (vibratingtouch.com, via Gizmodo)

There's a lot to love about the Odyssey Tickler. It's cute, quiet, and relatively cheap, and, for a vibe that runs on two AAA batteries, it has a pretty powerful motor. There's also the matter of the Tickler's... ticklers. As a fan of the Nubby G's nubs, I was really excited for some tickling action - and, happily, the Odyssey Tickler delivered as promised. Depending on your anatomy, you may have to wiggle the vibe around a bit to unlock the magic of the tickling. But hey, with a toy like this, the journey is half the fun.

But despite its charms, there was one problem I just couldn't ignore. Unlike its more complicated cousins, the Odyssey Tickler has just one button. If the vibe is off, pressing the button turns it on. If the vibe is on, pressing the button increases the vibration speed - unless you're at the third (and highest) vibration speed, in which case pressing the button shuts the vibe off. Which, in the heat of the moment, can really suck. Imagine grooving along to some really great fantasy, only to accidentally or absentmindedly press that button and shut everything down.

Yeah, it's kind of a buzzkill. Much as I enjoyed the Tickler, I think I'll be sticking with the Nubby G from here on out.

· Buy the Babeland Odyssey Tickler (babeland.com)

After Immersion won its lawsuit against Sony, Internet Services sued them, looking for a cut of the $90 million verdict. But now, halfway through the trial, the lawyer for Internet Services wants off the case and filed a motion to remove himself. So they are now suing him too, in order to force him to stay.

What does all of this have to do with orgasms? Well for starters, if you want to build and sell any sort of vibrating cybersex device, this one company can and probably will sue you for patent infringement unless you license their technology first. (Even a patent lawyer who makes his living doing this stuff doesn't want to work for them anymore, though he won't say why.) If you care about where your next buzz comes from—and who might stand to profit from it—these links might be worth a read.

· Keker & Van Nest wants to get away from client with cybersex patent rights (The Prior Art)
· Who Says Patent Lawsuits Aren't Sexy? (techdirt.com, via gadgets.boingboing.net)
· Immersion vibrates more than your games? (slashdong.org)
· Thumbnail via Slashdong

To give you a sense of its size, here's a photo of your humble vibe tester, along with both the Iris (on the left) and its little sister, the Gigi:

Yeah. The Iris does not fuck around.

But how much does that really matter? Does a bigger boat actually effect the motion of the ocean? Well, yes and no. The Iris certainly feels more intense than the Gigi, so if slim vibes leave you cold the Iris is definitely for you. But at the end of the day, the vibe's the thing—and I was far more impressed by the Iris's powerful motor and fancy pulse patterns, which were intense enough to elicit an "Oh fuck!" from even this jaded reviewer.

There's also the matter of the petal-like protusions all along the body of the Iris. I suspect that these are intended to stimulate the g-spot and other girly bits, but they didn't seem to make much of a difference sensationwise. They sure are pretty, though!

On a more technical side, the Iris is rechargeable, made of silicone, and has the same intuitive controls as the Gigi. In other words, it's an all around winner ... just bigger.

· Lelo (lelo.com)
· Buy the Iris (babeland.com)

Well, as with all one trick ponies, this is either really good or really bad. If you like what the Aqua Wand does, you're all set: it's small, thin, and relatively discreet (from a distance, it bears some resemblance to a fancy fountain pen, though up close, no one Is all that likely to be fooled), making it easy to carry around in your purse for all those times when you suddenly find yourself in need of a vibe. It's also waterproof and easy to clean—though since it's made of hard plastic, it shouldn't be shared without a condom. Oh, and at $20, it's pretty cheap.

If the Aqua Wand's one speed doesn't rev your engine, however, none of that is going to mean very much. Unlike its fancier brethren, which can win you over with their multiple settings, the Aqua Wand either has you at hello ... or it's kissing you goodbye before things even have a chance to get started. Oh well. Did we at least mention that it's pretty cheap?

· Buy the Aqua Wand (babeland.com)

As with all her Vivid-Ed releases, Tristan begins this installment of "The Expert Guide to the G-Spot" with a brief lecture. With the help of Princess Donna and Sarah Blake, who provide a live action demo, Tristan educates the viewer (and an audience of porn stars) on the finer points of female anatomy and g-spot stimulation. Turns out you don't need a fancy ultrasound machine to find a woman's special area: fingers or toys will do the trick just fine. And (spoiler alert!) every woman has a g-spot, even if every woman's g-spot isn't equally sensitive.

Once Tristan's imparted her wisdom, the action segues from the classroom to the bedroom. In three hot scenes, we're shown the basics — and not-so-basics — of g-spot stimulation: using fingers, toys, and a variety of fancy positions, the cast of "The Expert Guide to the G-Spot" shows us exactly how it's done, and, in the last scene, how "it" can lead to the wonder that is female ejaculation (a bonus girl-girl scene, illustrating the basics of strap-on sex, is also included on the disc). Tristan stays on as a voiceover, offering insight on the different tactics and techniques being demonstrated, with occasional assistance from some colorful, pop-up video style notes.

(Bonus tip: Want to enjoy the hot sex without the pressure of having to learn something? The scenes are also available without the voiceovers.)

Instructional porn is a notoriously tricky genre. Though it seems only logical to have porn stars - who are, after all, sex professionals - teaching us regular folk about sex, in practice, it can get a little complicated. Education (which requires a brain full of blood) is pitted against titillation (which... doesn't), and it can be hard to find a balance between the two. Judging from her entries in the Vivid-Ed line so far, Tristan been quite successful with making porn that's as smart as it is sexy. We can't wait to see what she comes out with next—we'll happily learn whatever she's willing to teach us.

· Order "The Expert Guide to the G-Spot" (adult.dvdempire.com)
· Vivid-Ed (vivid-ed.com)

But then I learned about phthalates, and suddenly the Nubby G's jelly rubber skin seemed far less inviting. Sure, I could always be safe and put a condom on it - but somehow, it just wasn't the same. I abandoned the Nubby G and went in search of other toys, hoping that I'd find one that could compare - and wouldn't raise my risk of a nasty disease.

A few weeks ago, my prayers were answered: Babeland announced their new line of toys, and I was pleased to see a new, thermoplastic rubber Nubby G listed among their offerings. But my excitement quickly turned to doubt: could this really be as good as the classic Nubby G? Would it live up to my memories? Would it make me come as hard and as frequently and as well?

In a word, yes. The Babeland Nubby G lives up to its promises: once I got my hands (and other parts) on it, I couldn't put it down. The Nubby G's magical abilities were every bit as stimulating as I remembered: my G was rubbed, my clit was nubbed, and my legs were quickly shaking in ecstasy.

I'm older, wiser, and a bit more experienced than I was when I discovered the original Nubby G, so its shortcomings are more apparent to me now: as a battery-powered toy, it doesn't rock as hard (or as long) as some of the rechargeable toys I've become acquainted with - and yes, it is aggravating when the batteries die in the middle of a particularly hot jack off sesh. But given its many other charms (and bargain basement price!), I'm willing to overlook that. The Nubby G will always have a place in my heart ... and one right by my ladyparts, too.

[We originally reported this toy as being made of silicone. It is actually made of thermoplastic rubber. Our apologies for the mistake.]

· Buy the Babeland Nubby G (babeland.com)

Consider checking out the B Swish line of toys. A company dedicated to making quality toys accessible to a broad audience, B Swish offers three excellent options that won't break the bank: the Bgee (a slim gspotter vibe), the Bgood (a slimline-style vibe), and the Bnaughty (an egg vibe). Since I'm nothing if not naughty — and like a good egg vibe — I grabbed a Bnaughty and took it for a test drive.

Made of a hard, velvety plastic, the Bnaughty has a sleek, smooth surface that feels great whether it's in your palm or in your, uh, parts. Like most egg vibes, the controls are housed in a little box (connected to the vibrating egg by a thin, plastic coated wire); unlike most egg vibes, the Bnaughty controller is ergonomically designed, and sits quite comfortably in your (or your partner's) hand.

With only four speeds, and no fancy pulse patterns, the Bnaughty is definitely a basic vibrator — but hey, sometimes basic is all you need. For something so small, the Bnaughty's vibrations are remarkably strong. Added bonuses: it's waterproof (in case you need a little bath time fun) and comes with its own cotton storage bag.

The Bnaughty can be used with any kind of lube, and should be cleaned with soap and warm water. It can not be sterilized, however, so use a condom if you're planning to share.

Though it may not have as many bells and whistles as some of the other vibes we've profiled, the Bnaughty is still a good, solid toy. If a budget orgasm is a high priority, you could do a lot worse.

· Bswish (bswish.com)
· Buy the Bnaughty (babeland.com)

Previously: Marital Aid Test Kitchen Archive

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· "Fisherboat" (RedTube)

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Previously: Flesh Flicks Archives

What makes the Gigi so special? To begin with, it meets all the basic criteria for an awesome vibrator. With a silicone body and a rechargeable power supply, it's both earth- and body-friendly (and with its special g-spotter shape, it's very body friendly). But it doesn't just stop there. As with so many gadgets, the difference is in the details:

· Cute looks. With its white plastic handle and click wheel controls, the Gigi looks like something out of the Sexy By Steve Jobs line of marital aids. Or like the kind of vibe Mrs. Emma Peel would get off with. Mmm, Emma Peel.

· Storage solution included. Always at a loss where to stow your vibes when you're done with the? The Gigi comes with a little black silk storage pouch: simple, yes, but you'd be surprised how few manufacturers think of this sort of thing and force you to keep your precious plaything tucked away in an old sock or something.

· Easy to use. Though the Gigi does come with a (thankfully brief) user's manual, you can easily enjoy the vibe without reading it. Unlike some of the more RTFM toys we've reviewed, the Gigi has intuitive controls: the plus and minus buttons change the intensity of the vibration, the arrow buttons cycle you through the pulse patterns, and when the controls glow red, it's time to recharge. Finally, a vibe that's truly plug and play.

· Truly quiet. Unlike certain vibes that we could name, the Gigi doesn't make its presence known in an auditory kind of way. When it's on, it emits only the mildest hum — so if you desperately need to get off while your roommate's in the other room, this is definitely the vibe for you.

· It works the way I think vibes should work. Quite a few vibes — even high end ones — have overly simplistic controls. While that might seem like a good idea (after all, who wants to be fumbling for the right button in the heat of the moment?), it's actually a disadvantage when it comes to getting exactly the sort of performance you're looking for. By separating the controls for the pulse patterns and the vibration intensity, the Gigi allows for maximum customization, yet still manages to be simple enough for even the extremely aroused to easily control.

Really, what more could you ask for? If you still need more convincing, though, we'll just say this: Lelo, the company that manufactures the Gigi, is based in Sweden — you know, home of Ikea, Swedish massage, and Swedish erotica. Clearly, this is a country that knows good design... and good sex. And frankly, we couldn't be happier to be getting off with its exports.

· Buy the Gigi (babeland.com)
· Lelo (lelo.com)

Be ready for anything with AlwaysArousedGirl after the jump.

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re: regrets

I fervently wish I'd responded to his attempts to seduce me. I could, even now, bang my head against an unyielding surface for not recognizing that when he was sucking my toes in the hot tub, Vlad was trying to bed me. I could bang my noggin twice as hard when I recollect that he tried again that time he massaged my fingers in the dance club. I don't know what kind of somatic aphasia I was experiencing during those two evenings, but I don't believe I'll ever forgive myself for my complete lack of reaction. I might as well have been a girl in a coma for all my response. I really regret that.

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The thrill of the old fashioned pickup

Sex with a stranger Ms R style might go like this: You are on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney to present a campaign with three colleagues. In the executive lounge you clock a cute guy. He takes two pieces of fruit and leaves. He is gone. You are on the plane sitting at the end of the middle row. By chance the guy is on the same flight, across to your left, up one seat. He is reading the financial papers. You keep looking at him. He turns around once and smiles. Suddenly he closes the paper and calls you over to the empty seat next to him.

"I want to kiss you now" he says.

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I Need Reminding...

Daddy forced me to his knees in front of him, slapping my face, and demanding that I pull off his boxers with my teeth. His cock slammed into my open mouth, with no mercy, and I fought the urge to gag as he rubbed against the back of my throat, my hands tied behind my back, my feet bound, and my head held in place. Harder, he had hissed at me, when my sucked slowed.

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on the mend

the second orgasm came faster than the first and i grunted through the wave while clutching my wound in the hopes it would not knot up.
i thought the second orgasm would be the end as i shut the vibrator off again. yet, the dread of an even number made me ache for a third. i laid there thinking about how ridiculous this scene would have been. a convalescing deviant trying to get off AND trying for an odd number of orgasms due to some strange compulsion for odd numbers. i almost laughed at myself. instead, i smirked and turned the vibrator on a last time to get off. the third orgasm was very light as if my body was trying to save me from knotting up my muscle.

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Echo

I was struck completely dumb, listening intently to the sounds, imagining her hand exploring her body, my mind building pictures from what I could hear, I knew she was at a hotel, but I didn't know what it looked like. "I'm parting my legs and stroking my lips, I've been fantasizing about you stroking my pussy, making me come." she stopped talking and the sounds flooded over me, I was imagining her fingers parting her moist lips.

She said my name and groaned.

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Sophie in Hollywood 1:6 - three men for Sophie

I gasped with pleasure as Sophie's lips engulfed my erect penis, her tongue swirling and lapping seductively around the swollen head, sucking lasciviously, her hand stroking my cock softly and rhythmically as her mouth slid up and down the length of my penis, sucking, licking, stroking, in relentless rhythm. I groaned again, watching as her mouth slid off me for a moment, looking up at me with a mischievous grin, and then tugging Henri's cock to her lips, engulfing his erection in the same manner, sucking and licking greedily, his body bucking a little, a delightful groan leaving his lips as she sucked him.

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See also: Sugasm #122: The best of this week's blogs by the bloggers who blog them (sugasm.com)

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With its two curved ends and wide grip, the Form 6 looks more like a lady razor than a sex toy. But no lady razor I've ever come in contact with has gotten me off this good. The body of the Form 6 conformed nicely to my curves, one end resting on my clit as the other arched to reach my labia, guaranteeing maximum stimulation—aided especially by the fact that the two ends of the vibrator are independently controlled. Yes, it's that high tech.

The Form 6 has three buttons: one to determine the pulse pattern, one to set the intensity of the small end's vibrations, and one to set the intensity of the large end's vibrations. Worried you'll find the perfect get-me-off settings, only to forget them in an orgasm-induced haze? Never fear—the Form 6 is smart enough to remember what you like. Turn it off when it's in your favorite mode, and it'll still be there the next time you turn it on.

Here's what the Form 6 is:

· An excellent way to get off. Six vibration patterns, six speeds, five intensity levels, and as many orgasms as you can muster.

· A fun toy to take into the shower. It's water-resistant, so you don't have to worry about destroying it during some wet and wild fun.

· Discreet. If you need a vibe you can legitimately pass of as a "massager," this would be the one to go with. With its cute lady-like looks, no one who's not in the know is going to automatically assume it's a sex toy (and as an added bonus, it actually comes packaged with a sample of massage oil, to make that lie extra plausible).

· Easy to charge. Just place in the base and watch the controls light up.

· Easy to clean and sterilize. What can I say? Silicone is the best.

Here's what the Form 6 is not:

· Quiet. Despite it's promises of being "engineered for sound isolation," the Form 6 was definitely one of the louder vibes I've seen (it even makes a start up noise reminiscent of a UFO signal). If you're planning on using it while other people are around, you're probably going to want some music playing.

· Plug and play. Like the Delight, this is an RTFM toy. The Form 6 comes with an 8 page manual and as tempting as it is to just jump in head first, I highly recommend that you read it (don't worry, the print is large are there are lots of pictures). Trust me: when you're grooving along to a level five square wave on the small massage node while the large massage node gives you a level three rapid vibration wave, you'll be grateful you took the time to actually learn what that means.

· Easy to turn on/off. The Form 6 comes with a fancy button lock system that prevents it from accidentally getting turned on while in your luggage. Naturally, this makes it a little difficult to press the buttons. To turn the toy on or change its intensity or vibration patterns, you have to press down on the buttons hard, which isn't always the easiest thing to do when you're in the heat of the moment.

There's just one more thing I've been left wondering: Why is the Form 6 purple? Or maybe I should say: why are so many sex toys purple? Was there a sex toy design convention where purple was determined to be this year's color? Or is it just some bizarre coincidence? Whatever it is, my toy chest is starting to look like it was exclusively supplied by Grimace's House of Naughty Pleasures ... and that's starting to get just a little weird.

· Buy the Form 6 (babeland.com)
· Jimmy Jane (jimmyjane.com)

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by AlwaysArousedGirl

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The Belle Bites

Her hot little body pressed on me and she bit my neck. Hard. Over and over. It hurt like fuck and I cried out, but every time she let up, I felt a rush of endorphins. Little Miss She-wolf/Vampiress made me cum in a frenzy.  Then it was her turn. We lay entwined as she used the wand, and I kissed her and did my best to bite her back. I played with her breasts and thrilled at the sounds of her breathing, panting, quiet noises. I held her tight as she came.

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Silver

Then you reach between your wide-open legs and pull the small strip of material to the side, revealing your beautiful flower for me.

As you slip the dildo into your cunt, the cool metal makes you take a sharp intake of breath. It feels cold, smooth, hard and as each bump and ridge slips between your lips, you breath in deeper and deeper. Soon, the full length is inside, and you start to stroke it in and out of your dripping hole. Your other hand is on your pussy, holding aside your tiny thong and rubbing your pink hard clitoris. You begin to moan, your breathing is quicker and as you fuck yourself harder you lean back and open your legs wider, spreading your lips for me so I can see them being pulled back and forth as the long rod slips in and out of you.

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Slurring Dirty

In the haze of my fractured memory, we tripped into his bedroom and clumsily stripped off our clothes. We fell into bed together and attacked each other. It was rough, hard, sloppy—from what I remember.

"I want you bare," I moaned.

He was already naked on top of me, rubbing his hard penis against my anxious clit. I moaned recklessly, loud when he pushed himself deep inside me. Somehow through my inebriation, I felt him so vividly.

"I love you inside me," I moaned.

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Fiction: The Island Princess and the Paddle of Thunder

Something strange happened to the Island Princess. The overwhelming heat on her ass began to spread all over her body. She felt a tingling run down her thighs, a tingling spread up over her breasts, a tingling over her nipples and most of all, a tingling on her sex. The painful smacks of her ripe bottom were becoming a drumbeat that was sending sensation throughout her body.

The Island Princess got wet. She could feel her desire flowing between her legs. She could feel the moisture collecting on the shaman's leg. At first she was embarrassed, but the paddling felt so good, that she didn't care who knew as long as the good feelings continued.

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Three

"Beautiful... I would love to see them, uncovered, my lips on them."

I showed him. My head back, my hands pushing my breasts together, I showed him. He spoke in a rush of putting his cock between them, described the sensation of my tongue extending to touch the head as it pushed up toward my chin. He reveled in the sight of me licking one nipple, then the other.

"Fuck, Marianne, I need to fuck you."

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no one i can't change with the sheets

I finally got to feel his cock inside me. I begged him to hold it in deep so I can feel how perfect his cock fits inside me. How perfectly tight my pussy is wrapped around him and how perfectly deep his cock fits so that he doesn't hurt me by stabbing my cervix. I wanted to get entombed in concrete in that position and have future archaeologists discover our tomb and exhibit us as "21st Century Sex Freaks" or something with a more appropriate title.

It took a while for me to get my rhythm back after coming so many times already. Unfortunately, the waves don't keep on going forever. I had to take my time sucking his cock before hopping back on. I shoved his cock deep into my throat and wiggled my tongue out to slurp on his balls. Yes, I've got skills. When I crawled back up on top of him, he said to me, "Your mouth feels good, but your pussy feels even better..." and let out the hottest groan as he drove his hips into me. He grabs onto me and my whole body is flying and bouncing on his cock.

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See also: Sugasm #120: The best of this week's blogs by the bloggers who blog them (sugasm.com)

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There were four parts to my kit: a Babeland massage candle (to get things warmed up nice and naturally), a bottle of Emerita OH Warming Lubricant (to keep the heat going), Mamba condoms (to keep you from getting, uh ... you know), and, best of all, a Laya Spot vibrator (for when you need a little extra kick). All products in the kit (with the obvious exception of the Laya Spot) are all-natural, with no animal testing or animal-derived ingredients.

I started off my evening with the massage candle, lighting it with the Babeland-branded matches that came with the kit. (A nice touch, I must say.) As the scented soy wax heats up and melts, it transforms into a warm massage oil. Though the oil felt nice at first, it quickly became sticky, leaving a less than sexy residue on my skin.

Next I checked out the lube. As a girl with a bit of experience in the fine arts of handjobbery and butt fuckery, I consider myself something of a lube snob: too often, artificial lubes are too thin, dry out too fast, or just taste really bad (an important consideration if you happen to switch to some oral action after you've lubed up your partner's privates). Surprisingly, Emerita was none of these things. It had a pleasing thickness, lasted quite a while, and tasted pretty good (at least by lube standards). Though I was hesitant about the advertised warming action—apparently generated by cinnamon bark—it turned out to be surprisingly pleasant, if a bit shortlived. During sex, the warming action fizzled out pretty quickly; though it was certainly nice while it lasted. [Note: Though my Eco-Sexy kit came with the OH lube, Babeland's website advertises the kit as coming with Emerita Natural Lubricant, so you might end up with a slightly different configuration.]

As for the Mamba condoms, it's nice to know that the non-profit that produces them is "15 times more stringent" about their testing than any other condom company in the world, they were, well, condoms. The latex was non-irritating, they didn't break, and really, that's all there is to say about them.

Finally, the clear crown jewel of the kit: the Laya Spot vibe. Small yet sensuous, the Laya Spot conforms to your curves while fitting into the palm of your hand. The easily accessible controls, which fall right under your fingers when your hand rests on the vibe, allow you to guide your body through six levels of vibration, as well as three distinct pulse patterns. For something so small, the Laya Spot rocks quite hard—I had no idea two AAA batteries could produce so much power.

A note to the phthalatephobic: the Laya Spot is made of elastomer, a soft, hypoallergenic material that's phthalate-free, and an excellent alternative to jelly rubber. However, it's important to remember that elastomer is slightly porous and cannot be disinfected so, nice as this toy is, it shouldn't be shared with any friends (no matter what they told you in kindergarten about sharing.) The Laya Spot is waterproof and can be cleaned with soap and water.

Overall, I was pleased with the kit. The products are high quality and complement each other nicely. Whether you're looking to spice up your next Earth Day or just make your love life a bit more organic, the Eco-Sexy kit is a great way to green your bedroom.

· Buy the Eco-Sexy Kit (babeland.com)