If you want to work with you computer like you work with paper and pencils or pens, then there’s just one name to know: Wacom. They’ve been making pen/tablet interfaces for computers for decades, and their tech is used by all the pros. Today, you can pick up this Wacom Intuos Art Pen and Touch (it works with your fingers, too) drawing and painting tablet for just $80 (works with PC and Mac).
Need to build out a playroom for your kids, but don’t want to spend on big carpets or laminate flooring? How about these colorful EVA foam mats – 9 1′ x 1′ squares that interlock into a large square, or buy multiple sets to create a bigger floor covering? You could even put an underlayment underneath to protect existing hardwoods from liquid seepage. But what’s best is the price: today a 9-pack is just $11!
Ken Denmead
Ken is a husband and father from the San Francisco Bay Area, where he works as civil engineer. He became the Publisher of GeekDad in 2007, and the owner in 2010. He also wrote the NYT bestselling GeekDad series of project books for parents and kids to share.
