A long time ago in Portugal (okay it was 2003) two German friends started dreaming up a tent. The funny part is eight years later they've got their own startup that sells an innovative tent. Partially funded by a European incubator, Heimplanet is the collaborative offspring of Stefan Clauss and … [Read more...] about Future Tent: Heimplanet Out Geodesic Outdoor Habitat
And Now For Some Star Wars On Cellos (Video)
What was that? Is this post high or something? Relax, because you're in for a treat. It's even better if you're a Star Wars fan. If you thought the earlier post on old Empire Strikes Back-era footage was intoxicating, wait until you feast your eyes on this weird video that landed on YouTube … [Read more...] about And Now For Some Star Wars On Cellos (Video)
For Some Reason Zombie Survival Bottle Goes On Sale
Survival things are quite popular these days. In fact, the oddities that make it to retail reflect a particularly somber mood among the general populace (at least in the USA), as if too many episodes of The Walking Dead have convinced everyone that the end is nigh. Taking advantage of this cultural … [Read more...] about For Some Reason Zombie Survival Bottle Goes On Sale
Fastest RC Car In The World Can Go 100mph (Video)
Traxxas is to RC cars what Ferrari is to the auto-industry. They're exclusive, innovative, and a little brash. Small wonder then that Traxxas have grabbed a lot of attention with their latest, an RC that can zoom at a 100mph. The best part is the police won't bother you when you're raising hell in … [Read more...] about Fastest RC Car In The World Can Go 100mph (Video)
Italian Designer Reveals Super Modular Housing Scheme
Simply put, seen below is just one combination of the Sliding Hub system in action. It's supposed to be the ultimate answer to instant, portable home building for any location. The really incredible part is the designer Gabriel Aramu imprinted a little timeless genius into his Sliding Hub: the … [Read more...] about Italian Designer Reveals Super Modular Housing Scheme
Diesel Comes Up With Line Of Superhero Underwear
In what amounts to a rather bad idea, Diesel has outed a line of superhero-themed boxer briefs. Maybe this is DC Comics' way of getting back at the Avengers movie. Strange though, because there's even a Joker-themed pair of briefs. Sorry folks, wearing them doesn’t grant superpowers. Besides, … [Read more...] about Diesel Comes Up With Line Of Superhero Underwear
Slow News Day: Rare Interview Footage From Empire Strikes Back (Video)
Guess the title says it all, since tech news has gotten a little élan this weekend, might as well indulge the fanboys out there. A short video clip of rare interviews circa-The Empire Strikes Back has surfaced on a video sharing site. It's pretty entertaining if you're a Star Wars fan because it … [Read more...] about Slow News Day: Rare Interview Footage From Empire Strikes Back (Video)
Not Exactly Mjolnir Armor, But The Tech Air Suit Can Take Serious Damage
It might not look like much, but the Alpinestars Tech Air Suit is designed to take a lot of damage. Sure, you can’t battle aliens with it (or can you?), the Tech Air, however, is designed to withstand really brutal impact. See, the target market for this leather suit are those crazy motorcycle … [Read more...] about Not Exactly Mjolnir Armor, But The Tech Air Suit Can Take Serious Damage
Coffee From Thin Air: Scanomat Brewer Is Incredible
Okay, so it doesn't serve coffee out of thin air. Great idea, but that's just not the case with the Scanomat Top Brewer, which has a faucet-like neck jutting from a counter surface. The magic happens underneath via a turbine system that preps the coffee for your empty cup. The best part is it can be … [Read more...] about Coffee From Thin Air: Scanomat Brewer Is Incredible
Modular Street And Snow Scooter Gets Outed
Capable of supporting 140-pound riders, the Street and Snow is currently available at a prominent online retailer. What makes it distinctive are the modular features incorporated into its design. For starters, the twin polyurethane wheels designed for pavements and sidewalks are detachable. All … [Read more...] about Modular Street And Snow Scooter Gets Outed
Tablets Taken To Court In Paperless Bid
That image of lawyers and their assistants in courts holding tons of folders and papers may change really soon. Starting April next year, all Crown Prosecution Service in England and Wales will be given HP’s TouchPad as courts try to cut down on the clutter and save money in the long run. The … [Read more...] about Tablets Taken To Court In Paperless Bid
Gingerbread Gobbled Up By 50% Of Android Devices
The Ice Cream Sandwich may be the latest toast among Android users, but for now, Gingerbread is king in terms of sheer number, with a little more than half of Android devices running on it. The latest figures show Gingerbread taking 50.6% of the Android pie, with Froyo running second with 35.3% … [Read more...] about Gingerbread Gobbled Up By 50% Of Android Devices
