Every element of the OhMiBod from concept to design perfectly targets today’s generation of women that are on the go. Inside the clean white box it is packaged in, the OhMiBod comes encased in a hard plastic box with padding inside to snugly hold the OhMiBod and its wireless transmitter; because most importantly this vibe easily connects to an iPhone, iPod (any model), any mp3 player or home speaker system. The case is extremely travel-friendly, plus you’re provided with a universal charger with adapters for the U.S., Europe, Australia, New Zealand or the U.K., making the OhMiBod ready to go anywhere!

After weeks of use, my OhMiBod is still running on its initial charging — because it offers up to five hours of fun. Its manual setting features seven vibrating functions ranging from constant speeds to pulsation patterns. They’re powerful and the velvety coating offers a smooth touch. Since the OhMiBod is of a hard material, it doesn’t look or feel human-like, but I do love the pressure its stiffness offers.

When the wireless transmitter is connected to a music device, the OhMiBod’s intensity depends on the tunes. I recommend the pulsation of the fast steady beats of punk, upbeat Latin music and sensual reggae rhythms. Also, if the music doesn’t do it for me, it’s easy to switch from music to manual mode.

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The Wisper Collection’s Mystery massager is packaged in clear plastic so I was able to see exactly what I was getting; and after visualizing the experience, I knew I was in for a good time.

This massager conveniently has three speeds, which was great because I was able to start slow and build the intensity. It isn’t a loud massager, which means you are able to use it discreetly. Also, it is waterproof which is a big plus for those who like to play in the shower. The Mystery was easy to use because there was only one button that turned it on and controlled the massage intensity. I think the size and shape of the massager makes it a great toy for beginners to experiment with anal play. This is because there are two balls on one end of the vibrator — one bigger than the other. The toy felt good rubbing against my clitoris especially because of the round shape. It also felt good going in and out of my vagina. I think this is a cool toy to use in bed with my boyfriend because it’s easy to use and feels great. I can rub it against my clitoris while he penetrates me or he can use it on me for anal play.

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Luxury sex toy manufacturer Vida Internationale officially launched last night with a party at Voyeur nightclub in West Hollywood,Calif.

The event was hosted by mainstream actress Sofia Vergara, who currently stars in ABC’s “Modern Family,” and featured a live performance by Robin Thicke with DJ Jus Ske spinning music throughout the night.

The Voyeur venue was lavishly decorated; with masked, topless women posing, dancing and dangling from the ceiling.

Videos of the Essence of Pleasure line played continuously in the background as the line’s four vibrators were on display.

Gerardo Ramos, the developer of Vida’s new line said that each vibe’s name is a word derived from various languages from around the globe — old and new — that describe quintessential needs for sexual pleasure.

Lussuria is Lust; Zara is Aim; Vanta is Want; and Urja is Orgasm.

The company’s slogan “Sex is Life” also applies to the line’s concept.

“Vida means life and the line’s four vibes represents the four elements of life — earth, fire, water and air,” Ramos said. “The four dots that create the ‘i’ in Vida’s logo represent that too. It was all part of the concept.”

A sales rep said that the company strives to be earth-friendly. The vibes are mercury-free, cadmium-free and phthalates-free. They also are rechargeable and crafted from anodized aluminum and silicone.

Pollack said the line was designed with consideration to the contours of a woman’s body.

“Vida Internationale targets the discerning woman who is willing to take charge of her sexuality,” she said. “She makes an above average income yet is savvy when it comes to saving money and getting a good value for her money.

“The concept behind Vida began with a simple mission to make luxury pleasure objects that are priced right — because every woman deserves to experience affordable pleasure.”

Vida’s line comes in a leather train case tote with an embroidered Vida logo that includes a soft storage bag. Packaging also includes a catalog of Vida’s Essence of Pleasure line, plus detailed care and usage instructions.

A Vida Internationale sales representative said that the goal of the company is for its line to transcend into the mainstream.

The company’s aim was apparent with some of mainstream’s pop culture stars in attendance at the launch party. Guests included the entire cast of MTV’s “Jersey Shore,” actor Shane West and model, actress Carmen Electra and Lindsay Lohan, among several others.

PHOTO CREDIT: WireImages.com

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I hate batteries.

They’re rarely included with vibrators and even when they are — they die! Even the longest-lasting battery will eventually die and it’s always unexpected… ugh. One of my biggest pet peeves is when the battery in my vibe begins to die. Slowly, vibration turns dull and teases my clit in a very cruel way!

Fun Factory has released an innovative recharger — the Fun Magnetic Plug — that magnetically re-ups the power on any of the company’s new Click ‘N’ Charge vibrators by simply lining up the plug’s metallic contact point with the magnetic surface located under the toy’s logo. Unlike other rechargeable Fun Factory vibes that require a base to recharge — the Fun Magnetic Plug is much more discrete.

Fun Factory currently lists five vibrators that are equipped with this new technology:

The Delight is designed to offer both external and G-spot stimulation. Its Royal Curl gives the vibe a curved end that reaches the G-spot, while its slight bulge tickles other areas.

The rechargeable BiMiNi Ocean also has been released along with the BiMiNi Flash. The Flash features two pleasure tips for clit and vaginal stimulation. Its small size and bud shape allows for easy insertion, making it an ideal beginner vibe.

The miniVIBES Bubbles vibrator features an asymmetrical design that looks like a stack of soap bubbles. The silicone vibe also is waterproof.

The miniVIBE Spring features a floral design that offers a smooth surface for all-over stimulation, as well as pinpointing specific spots through the protruding flowers.

Fun Factory vibes come in fun, vibrant colors and exciting shapes that are smooth to the touch. Being environmentally friendly adds a whole other level of attractiveness.

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The Petite Couture Collection Silhouette is just my size, simple and to the point.

Its shimmery pink shaft is wider at the top with a tip that reminded me to a dolphin’s snout. This marine feature — maybe in addition to the splash of water on the box — inspired me to test this little guy in the shower. The overhanging tip of the wider side of the shaft was great for clit stimulation as it was wide enough to cover substantial ground and protrudes enough to provide adequate pressure. Unfortunately the bend was not curvy enough for G-spot stimulation; nevertheless, I had fun playing with the seven functions of vibration, pulsation and escalation. The static powerful vibration really delivers.

While the original Couture Collection’s packaging really catches the eye, the Petite line is a little more subtle. However, I think if was laid out next to its sister collection, these items will stand out to the right people. The Silhouette is great beginner vibe. Its small size exudes comfort that’s great in or out of the shower.

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Do: Clean up.

I left a bullet vibe, bottle of lube and giant stainless steel dildo next to my bed and managed not to notice them as I prepped for a date a few nights ago.

At this point a pink silicone dildo has become as common a decor element as a table lamp, but I find it somewhat tragic that I’m more likely to straighten out my slightly crooked bath mat than put away my arsenal of sex toys before the guest(s) arrive.

The bedroom was the last part of my apartment tour, and I almost choked on my gum when I saw the sexual still life sitting on my bedside table. I had 20 seconds to do one of three things:

1. Suddenly remember I left the stove on and ask him to help me turn it off.
2. Faint.
3. Continue with the tour and hope he doesn’t look to his left.

I chose option 3, and as he checked out a painting on my wall I stealthily knocked the dildo under my bed (careful to muffle the noise) and hoped the guy would assume the purple egg-shaped object was a cat toy, and the bottle next to it some kind of hand lotion.

He looked to his left but managed not to lock eyes on anything other than me. If he did notice the sex toy arrangement, he made no comment, facial expression or physical recoil to make it obvious, and the fact that he still wanted to take me out for cookies and conversation made it clear he’s probably a good guy.

He hasn’t asked me out on a second date yet though. I hope he does.

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I work in the adult industry. That doesn’t mean I make porn. That doesn’t mean I’m a porn star, and it certainly doesn’t mean I’m obsessed with porn. The adult industry is like a big umbrella, and underneath are several areas of business, each very different and separate from each other:

• RETAIL — think the Gap, Target and little cute boutiques you find in quaint neighborhoods, but instead of selling clothes and overpriced nick-knacks, they sell vibrators, lingerie and DVDs.
• SEX TOYS — the design, production, marketing and development of vibrators, dildos, lingerie and any other product made for sexual or sensual use.
• PORN — porn stars, sets, camera men, studios, the whole 9 yards. It’s a significant part of the adult industry, but it’s not the ONLY part of the industry.
• THE INTERNET — this is a whole other world of adult that isn’t directly related to porn. There’s billing (the companies that enable you to buy stuff online), web marketing (the companies that make the flashy ads you see all over the gossip blogs you visit at work), graphic design and a slew of other businesses that make the adult industry exist on the Internet.
• MEDIA — that’s me.

I work for a publishing house that writes news articles, publishes features articles, and hosts conferences that help adult companies run their businesses. Porn fans not only aren’t interested in us, they likely don’t know we exist. We produce magazines of interest to the folks porn fans DO know: Hustler, BangBros, Playboy and the companies that have pornified all the wholesome television we grew up loving. Think “Seinfeld,” “Gilligan’s Island” and “The Brady Bunch” but with cumshots. (Yeah I don’t want to think about it, either.)

We also produce magazines for all the other business that fit under that adult umbrella. That means I work with retailers, product manufacturers, designers — all kinds of folks. And that DOESN’T mean I’m a nympho who spends 9-5 in front of a television or computer screen. I’ve never been much of a porn fan, and if anything this job has turned me off completely. Whatever it does for you does the opposite for me.

Dating me doesn’t mean you’ve finally found a chick willing to watch that shit with you. Yes you’ve found a girl who won’t freak out when she finds “Ass Fixation 7″ or “Cum Crusaders 14″ in your sock drawer — but please don’t suggest we stay in on Friday night to check out the newest “Harry Potter” parody. (That includes “Hairy Potter,” “Harry Pornher” and “Whorry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Balls.”) That is the LAST thing I want to do, and I promise a BJ-free weekend as a result.

Chances are Gap employees don’t fold their shirts when they go home; mailmen don’t spend their weekends organizing stamp collections; optometrists don’t always wear glasses. And did you ever notice that manicurists often have dirty, broken fingernails?

It’s a job, people, not a lifestyle.

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From the mind of a good friend who loves her G-spot possibly a little too much:

The Climax Silicone wavy shaft was truly a wonder from the very beginning. You can tell that it is a high quality toy before you even open the box, and once you have it in your hands you can feel the weight of the solid silicone and the smoothness of its “skin.” This toy is shaped beautifully. The curved tip flares up to hit your G-spot and the shaft is nice and thick, giving you that great full feeling that you don’t always get with other dildos. The best thing that this little beauty brings to the table is the ultra powerful bullet vibrator. This vibe can be used in two ways: you can either place it in the handle of the toy to make the entire thing vibrate, or you can use the bullet on your clit while simultaneously using the Climax to stimulate your G. This second method made me cum multiple times in one night, and this toy has quickly moved to the top of my favorites list! A final plus is the satin bag that comes in the package for storage. I always like to know that once I clean my toys, they’re going to say clean, and out of sight. This is a great, high-quality dildo that has a few surprises up its sleeve — I definitely recommend it!

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I hear countless stories about dudes who are threatened by sex toys.

Common quote-worthy comments:

• “My chick doesn’t need that.”
• “A real man doesn’t need a toy to make his chick cum”
• “She’s gonna love that rabbit more than me.”

Sure, sex toys are fun to use solo, but that DOESN’T mean they’re made to be penis/tongue/boyfriend replacements. In fact, they’re sometimes more fun to use in groups of two or more, and it’s not just for the ladies to enjoy. Think of them as sex tools, not sex substitutes.

VIBRATORS – Teasing is stellar foreplay. A vibrator can tingle parts of your body you’d never think to touch and set your mind into sex-mode fast. Run it along the neck, collarbone, inner thighs and forearms — add some lube and the buzzing sensation feels quite nice on and around the balls, taint and penis. When it’s time to get down to business, don’t put it away just yet. Vibing on the clit makes orgasms cum come quicker.

DILDOS - Using dildos in the bedroom isn’t reserved only for our lesbian friends. Sure, you’ve got a working cock, and that’s great — when we’re fucking. The best oral sex I’ve ever had was from a guy who used his right hand to prop himself up and his left to slowly (and then faster, faster, faster) fuck me with a dildo. It sounds complicated, but it’s not rocket science. I came hard and fast every time, and he felt like a hero.

COCKRINGS – Cockrings aren’t just for men who “can’t keep it up.” These stretchy rings have come a long way, and now there are designs on the market that not only help keep him harder longer, but also feature little vibrators that hit the clit each time he thrusts. It’s a win-win situation, so even if you don’t “need” a cockring, there’s still reason to give one a try. And don’t be scared — cockrings aren’t supposed to feel tight, and your nuts aren’t going to fall off if you wear it for 15 minutes. If it’s uncomfortable, go buy a bigger size and give yourself a high-5 when she’s not looking.

There are way too many toys to list here, so I suggest you check out the options online and see what catches your eye. But remember: Much like lube isn’t for defective vaginas, vibrators, dildos and other toys aren’t made to replace inadequate lovers.

If you’re convinced otherwise, call me when you get some confidence and a clue. It’s sex. Loosen up a little; it makes it easier to enjoy the ride. Besides, everyone knows real men are good with their hands and know their way around a tool toy box.

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I’ve got a lot of toys and not a lot of places to put them. I’ve had one small carrying case for a couple of years now, and as my arsenal grew, the zipper refused to close. Now that’s no way to keep my special toys clean and protected!

The XL Adult ToyBox is like an attaché case with Velcro strips to stick a series of six clear pouches and six loops (great to hang feathers and floggers) and customize its organization. I can fill a smaller pouch with lube pillow packs, a larger pouch with lube bottles (protecting the rest of my gear in case one leaks) and put all kinds of smaller bullet vibes, condoms, clamps and mini pump cups (yep, got those, too) and anything else that might get lost floating around a big bag under the bed.

I’ve also got several dildos, each in its own velvet satchel, that also need to fit in there, and because the pouches can be arranged to my liking (it’s like adult Tetris!) everything fits like a glove. Lying flat, it’s only a few inches tall, so it slides under my bed perfectly, and two handles — one on its side and the other at the top — makes it easy to transport to slumber parties.

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