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Reaching More Customers with Disabilities and Health Conditions

We’re putting a call out for people with disabilities and health conditions that affect their sex lives to get in touch and help us expand the ways Hot Octopuss serves them.

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How Do Porn Laws Affect You?

Rule 34 of the internet states that if something exists, there will be porn of it.

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Why We Use ‘Guybrator’ To Describe Our Dick Toys

As a team, probably one of the longest ongoing debates we’ve had is over the use of the word ‘Guybrator’. And we know that some of our customers and reviewers have thoughts on this as well.

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Cocks Not Glocks Highlights Weird Sex Toy Laws

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest sex toy news (and why wouldn’t you?) you’ll have spotted quite a bizarre sight: students from the University of Texas in Austin have been carrying giant dildos around campus.

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I Went to a Vibrator Salon That Wants You to Have an Orgasm on Your Lunch Break

If someone gave you the opportunity to go into a tiny, closet-size room in the middle of the workday to masturbate, would you do it? What if I told you that if you went into the little closet masturbation room, you could also have a free vibrator that normally costs $149? Would you do it then? Adam Lewis, the founder and CEO of London-based sex toy company Hot Octopuss, hopes that you would, which is why he built the world's first "orgasm pop-up shop" in the middle of downtown Manhattan.

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Sexy Christmas Gifts For The Porn Lover In Your Life

Too many Christmas gift guides focus on ‘gifts for him’ or ‘gifts for her’, which is frustrating for those of us who want to pick presents based on thoughtfulness rather than gender.

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International Fetish Day: Everything You Need To Know

Happy International Fetish Day! Amy Norton runs you through the key facts about this day of kinky protest and celebration: What does it mean? Why’s it so important? And how do you explore your fetish?

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The Future of Onanism: 6 Sex Toys That Redefine Male Masturbation

We hear all about tech innovations in phones, cameras, cars, even glasses almost every day. But one category has eluded the spotlight for what seems like decades: sex toys for men.

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Last Minute Christmas Gifts For Your Lover

In a panic? Left it too late again? Fear not, here are some last-minute Christmas gifts with a ‘sexy and sensual’ theme that will definitely arrive on time.

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The Future Of Male Sex Toys

The future of masturbation is looking pretty bright. In fact, the present is already getting exciting: with advances in sex tech hitting the headlines, and cool new technology coming down in price, the time has never been better to explore the future of male sex toys, and porn.

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Sex Toy Advent Calendar

The Christmas countdown is on! Forget about candy and socks, let’s stuff that stocking with the unexpected. The Hot Octopuss elves have been cooking up some freaky little treats for their favourite holiday deviants (that’s you!)

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20 of the Very Best Sex Toys for Couples

While almost any sex toy (from a high-design vibrator to a decidedly non-vibrating dildo) can become a couples sex toy, if you’re looking to try something totally new — or want some help mixing things up in the bedroom — there are plenty of clever, innovative sex toys designed specifically for couples. To save you the trouble of trying out a bunch of duds, I asked twelve experts to share their favorite couples sex toys — ones that are safe, easy to use, and, of course, lots of fun.

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What Are The Best Sex Toys For Women? 17 Innovative Products To Try Now

For the month of September, Bustle’s Sex TBH package is talking about sex, honestly. We’re delving into how women approach the things they’re taught to be shy or embarrassed about in the bedroom — and, in doing so, we're liberating people to live their best (sex) lives. Let’s do it.

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Pocket PULSE Reviewers Say YEEESSS!

We sent out our first batch of Pocket PULSE Remote review toys just before Christmas… and we’ve been on the edge of our seats ever since, waiting for the reviews to come in.

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‘GuyFi’ booth brings relief to overworked NYC men

With a staggering 80 per cent of Americans saying they suffer from workplace stress, award-winning sex toy brand Hot Octopuss has launched the world’s first ‘GuyFi’ male stress relief booth in Manhattan.

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Can You Recycle Your Sex Toys?

You can recycle so much of your household waste these days, but can you recycle your sex toys? The good news is that you may be able to recycle your sex toys, if you live somewhere that accepts electronic waste (sometimes known as 'E-waste') to recycle.

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The Hard Facts About The “First” Male Vibrator

Don't let the suave British speaker in the video below distract you. He's describing a new sex toy specifically designed for men — one that's being billed as the so-called "first male vibrator." But, while the Hot Octopuss Pulse II definitely presents exciting developments in male-sex-toy technology, it's just another in a long line of sex toys for men.

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Oscillating Vibrators Are the Hot New Trend in Sex Tech

When you use a lot of sex toys, they can all start to blend together—in part because they all seem to vibrate in slight variations of the same way. Some toys may be more powerful than others, but they all pretty much make a basic rumbling motion. Or so I thought—until I learned about Hot Octopuss's new clitoral stimulator, which uses an oscillator to create movement.

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Where are all the sex toys for older adults?

It isn’t every day you see a sex toy on a billboard, and it’s even more rare you’ll see one in the hands of a person in their seventies. But thanks to Grace and Frankie, the Netflix sitcom starring Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda, that’s exactly what people saw(opens in a new tab) when the show’s third season premiered last year. The series, which centers around two friends who face many challenges while trying to create a vibrator for seniors, has brought to light an interesting real-life question: Where are all the sex toys for older people?

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KURVE Demo

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Sex Tech: Making The Sex Toys Of The Future

The world of sex tech is moving incredibly quickly – from new motors that create unique sensations to teledildonic toys that work over a long distance.

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Hot Octopuss Wins Male Sex Toy of the Year at 2015 XBIZ Awards

Our PULSE has won Male Sex Toy of the Year at the 2015 XBIZ Awards. The Awards, hosted by adult film superstar James Deen, was held inside a cutting-edge special events venue in downtown Los Angeles last week.

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Hot Octopuss Review of the Month: ‘PULSE Has Saved My Sanity’

Following last month’s PULSE review from Davis, who is paraplegic, we’re pleased to share another amazing product review we’ve received in the past month, this time via our website from a former Marine.

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How To Shop For A Sexy Christmas Gift

The time is fast approaching: we can hear the jingling of bells, we’ve been slightly confused by the John Lewis advert, and at Hot Octopuss HQ we’re already thinking of fun ideas for blogs that will show you some of the sexy Christmas gift options you can buy for your partner.

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PocketPULSE

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PULSE: The Verdict – It’s Sensational!

One of the most stressful times for any sex toy company is shortly after a product has come out, when you’re waiting for the first reviews. And we were no different when we launched PULSE – the new, improved version of our award-winning guybrator. Would people like the upgraded version?

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ATOM

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Masters of Sex: Why I took a year off sex blogging to go back to school

Former lawyer Mel from Voluptasse explains how she challenged academic snobbery by presenting an in-depth study of sex toys as part of her Masters degree – and discusses why sex bloggers might want to back up sex with scholarship.

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PULSE SOLO ESSENTIAL DEMO

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International Women’s Day: Each For Equal In The Adult Industry

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Each For Equal’ – underlining that our individual actions work towards (or against) equality. As a woman in the sex industry, I’m highlighting four key things people can do to contribute to this goal.

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Happy Holidays from Hot Octopuss

At Hot Octopuss we believe in living life on your own terms – and that includes the holidays! Winter holidays can bring up all kinds of feelings, so we are extending a heartfelt wish that you’re able to celebrate in a way that genuinely brings you happiness. Here’s a look at the different ways our team members spend their holidays. From our homes to yours, we wish you a most festive season.

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It’s Masturbation May And We’ve Got Some Celebrating To Do!

May is Masturbation Month and needless to say, it’s our FAVOURITE time of year. There are incredibly fun and rebellious ways to smash the stigma around masturbation while exploring new and fulfilling techniques for self-pleasure. Could your solo sex routing use some inspiration? Read on.

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Show Stigma the Finger

We believe the world would be a better place if everyone enjoyed healthier and happier sex lives. The principal obstacles to that are the stigmas and taboos associated with sex and masturbation. We want you to join our movement and show us just how you feel about sexual oppression through stigmas and stereotypes.

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Porn Stars: Our Secret World with Hot Octopuss Sex Toy Designers

Leading sex toy design company Hot Octopuss will be featuring in the 3rd episode of 'Porn Stars: Our Secret World' airing on Monday 15th November on Channel 5

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Unusual Sexy Christmas Gifts For Your Loved One's

‘Tis the season… to feverishly google for hours in search of presents your loved ones might actually like. It can be particularly tough if you’re looking for a sexy gift for a partner you’ve been with for a while. You’ve been through the obvious already – but you still want to make them feel special. Here are our top suggestions.

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Designing The World’s Most Powerful Cock Ring

With most cock rings, the wearer benefits most from the product, with little focus being given to the partner. We wanted to create a true couples’ toy that would be as intense for the partner as the wearer.

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Porn You Can Feel Good About

You may have heard the buzz about Pornhub removing 80% of its content due to controversy around its contributors. Author Queen P delivers the lowdown on the practices of the adult film industry and gives her top resources for the most erotic, raw, and all-around good vibes porn you can feel good about.

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ATOM PLUS LUX Demo

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PleX with flex Demo

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Product Demo Videos

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DiGiT Sex Toy Design: Creating The Perfect Finger Vibe

We launched DiGiT, our first wearable finger vibe that puts orgasms at your fingertips. The latest in cutting-edge sex toy design, DiGiT curves seamlessly around your fingers like a custom piece of jewellery to become an extension of your body.

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Anti-Valentine’s Day – How To Be Single On February 14th

Single on Valentine’s Day, or part of a blissfully rebellious relationship? Anti-Valentine’s Day can be a hell of a good time! Both single and coupled folks are lifting their glasses to this new tradition of reclaiming February 14th. It’s a way of giving a big ‘fuck you’ to overpriced chocolates and lingerie that your girlfriend doesn’t actually want. Instead, let’s give a big thumbs up to doing whatever we damn well please on this special day.

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JETT DEMO

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DiGiT Demo

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International Women’s Day

Wishing a very merry International Women’s Day to all self-identified women! And giving a little extra squeeze to nonbinary friends who may mistakenly be shouted out by *sigh* well-meaning individuals. Those of us who don’t identify as female still appreciate, honour, and even geek out on the resilience and triumphs of the women in our lives. Without any further ado, here’s an inspiring interview with our founder, Julia Margo.

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PULSE DUO LUX Demo

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PULSE DUO Demo

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PULSE SOLO LUX Demo

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What Will Define The Best Sex Toys 2016?

It used to be the case that sex toys were considered worthwhile if they got you off. A useful trick, sure, but a pretty low bar to set.

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AMO

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ATOM PLUS Demo

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Hot Octopuss Heads To International Lingerie Show in Vegas

The Hot Octopuss team is heading to the International Lingerie Show in Las Vegas this week to showcase PULSE for the very first time.

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Unique Sex Toys For The 21st Century

More of us are bringing sex toys into our bedrooms than ever before, and according to research done by Channel 4 in the UK, sex toys are the country’s most popular ‘fetish’.