My current craze is in the electrical control system known as X10  X10  sends command codes through the local mains electric wiring Automatically controlling lights and appliances

 

One of my latest gadgets is the Philips Pronto Pro Home Theater   Remote Control Panel A "one for all" Remote control, on the more sophisticated side Allowing you to mix and match all your remotes, on to one device

 

I also have a great interest  in steam railway engines, and model railways Computer control using DCC (Digital Command Control) ZTC Controls Lenz Digital Plus