With the advent of Skype and internet telecommunications, it was only a matter of time until we got Skype accessories. These furballs, I mean "Verballs," are the ones certified by Skype.

Designed by the same team behind the Wallace and Grommit films, "Baby" ( pictured above) moves its arms for incoming calls and mouths along with the caller's voice. Just plug your furry friend into your PC or laptop via USB and watch as the Verball swings into action.

And there's more! A playback speaker enables you to listen to MP3s or any other audio output through Baby, including text speech. And if you're into ringtones , just go to Verballs.com to personalise it.

Compatible with PCs only - Windows 2000 and Windows XP

£34.95 at Gizoo.