When Is a Rubber Duckie Not a Rubber Duckie?

When it’s a vibrator called I Rub My Duckie. And it could well be your next favourite plaything, says CLARA HOW.

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When it’s a vibrator called I Rub My Duckie. And it could well be your next favourite plaything.

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The what and how of Duckie: 

• This travel- size duck measures 7.5cm long, operates at just one speed, and requires one AAA (1.5V) battery. 

• It’s waterproof and non-allergenic.

• Comes in different colours and outfits.

• The I Rub My Duckie comes in two sizes: regular for $48, and travel for $42, at http://www.lovelovenotes.com.

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The Great Singapore Duck Race ducks

Every one sold to the public raised money for charity. They retired from racing in 2007.

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The world’s first interactive smart duck

His name is Edwin. This kid's toy can play educational games, sing songs, and tell stories using a companion app. He also becomes a night light and emits soothing sounds to induce slumber. 

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The arty duck 

The five-storey-tall floating sculpture  created by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman has travelled to 14 countries, delighted the public, and brought world peace.

PHOTOGRAPHY FRENCHESCAR LIM

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