If you are looking to extend your Wi-Fi connection outside your house and away from power supply, maybe into the garden, then this DIY Solar powered Wi-Fi repeater will help you go into the depths of your garden with ease. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action. How It Works In this … [Read more...] about DIY Solar Powered Wi-Fi Repeater (video)
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Julian Horsey is the co-founder of Geeky Gadgets and a veteran technology journalist with over 18 years of experience. A published author and multimedia designer, he specializes in emerging frontiers including Artificial Intelligence, autonomous agents, and next-gen hardware like mini PCs and wearables.
Driven by curiosity and a passion for design, Julian provides in-depth analysis on how AI workflows—from Claude to Google Gemini—are transforming productivity and creativity. His work has been cited by global tech leaders and major publications, reflecting nearly two decades of expertise in 3D printing, AR/VR, and DIY electronics. When not exploring the latest AI models, he is an avid maker and experimenter in the world of DIY tech.
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DIY Storm Trooper Helmet Made From Plastic Milk Bottles
If you are still deciding what to wear this Halloween and are a little short of ideas, this fantastic DIY Storm Trooper helmet created from plastic milk bottles might spark a few new ideas. The plastic bottle is cut into three pieces that are then glued together to create the shape. Further … [Read more...] about DIY Storm Trooper Helmet Made From Plastic Milk Bottles
PS3 UK Users Receive Movie Streaming and Subscription Service
If you are a UK PS3 owner and feel a little left out after the launch of the Netflix movie streaming service stateside in the US, you will be pleased to know that Sony has now arranged for a movie streaming and subscription service to be available in the UK through LOVEFiLM. A video from the … [Read more...] about PS3 UK Users Receive Movie Streaming and Subscription Service
Actual Back to the Future Sneakers Up For Auction $15,000
We've covered a few stories here on Geeky Gadgets about attempts to recreate Marty McFly's self-lacing Nike sneakers from the second Back to the Future 2 movie. Nike has even tried to recently patent the self-lacing design. Well, you can now go one better and own the actual pair of 2015 sneakers … [Read more...] about Actual Back to the Future Sneakers Up For Auction $15,000
TDK Unveil New 1TB Optical Disks
Technology has come a long way since the introduction of the floppy disk that was introduced in the mid-1970s with MB's of storage. At CEATEC this week, TDK has just unveiled their latest creation: the 1TB or 1000GB optical disk. The new TDK 1TB optical disk is the same diameter as a standard … [Read more...] about TDK Unveil New 1TB Optical Disks
Apple Releases Firmware Update to Fix Charging Issues
If you have an older MacBook or MacBook Pro, the new firmware released from Apple will definitely be worth downloading and installing. This update addresses the problems with charging these devices using the latest MagSafe power adapters. Reports from users who experienced the problems say that … [Read more...] about Apple Releases Firmware Update to Fix Charging Issues
Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop And Netbook Editions Arriving October 10th
The highly anticipated Ubuntu 10.10 has now been confirmed by Canonical to be arriving on October 10th. The new Ubuntu 10.10 is designed for home and mobile computing users and introduces a number of online and offline applications together with a particular focus on the personal cloud. Ubuntu … [Read more...] about Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop And Netbook Editions Arriving October 10th
HTML5 And CSS3 Support Added to Komodo 6 IDE
ActiveState has just released Komodo 6, the latest version of its IDE (integrated developer environment) software. Komodo IDE 6 now has full Python 3 support (syntax checking, code intelligence, debugging), updated autocomplete for Perl 5.12, and full autocomplete support for HTML 5, CSS 3, and the … [Read more...] about HTML5 And CSS3 Support Added to Komodo 6 IDE
Trekbot RC Robot (video)
If you remember the Skitterbot by Desk Pets, you will be pleased to know that a new RC is on the block in the form of Trekbot. A hubless wheeled robot that is controlled by a 5-button USB remote controller/charger. Trekbot moves forward, backwards, turns left, turns right, and stops, as well as … [Read more...] about Trekbot RC Robot (video)
Adobe Air Arrives On Android
The news that Adobe Air would be coming to the Android platform in Q4 2010 was announced about a month ago, and sure enough, Adobe Air is now available in the Android Market. This now allows developers to publish ActionScript 3 projects that can run as native applications on the Android platform. … [Read more...] about Adobe Air Arrives On Android
Xbox 360 AT&T TV Service U-Verse Arriving November
First announced back in 2007, AT&T's TV service U-Verse for the Xbox 360 will finally be arriving in November, but don't expect to just simply watch it on your Xbox; there are a few hurdles to jump first. Requirements for Using U-Verse on Xbox 360 Firstly, you can't simply sign up and use the … [Read more...] about Xbox 360 AT&T TV Service U-Verse Arriving November
Berkeley Bionics Unveils eLEGS (video)
Berkeley Bionics, a developer and maker of bionic exoskeletons, has unveiled its new eLEGS, a wearable, artificially intelligent, bionic device that powers paraplegics up to get them standing and walking. eLEGS provides unprecedented knee flexion, which translates into the most natural human gait … [Read more...] about Berkeley Bionics Unveils eLEGS (video)
