Test tube Aliens.(electronic toy)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)

If last month's Nabaztag didn't float your boat, then perhaps a desktop buddy like the Alien is more your style. This little critter starts off small and grows--the trick is to keep it alive with tender-loving Alien care. It's web-enabled too, so you can perform periodic health checks. Hold the tube up to your screen and the Alien's light will …