So as to avoid unnecessary litigation and controversy, the Retro Alien Couch prefers that it's called a Retro Alien Couch. Don’t go about calling it the 'Space Invaders Alien Seating Contraption' unless you're with friends and want to impress them with sheer geekyness. This all black affair is built … [Read more...] about Retro Alien Couch Is Unofficial Space Invaders Merch
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MIT’s Folding CityCar Electric Vehicle (Video)
MIT is working on a new electric vehicle, which is called the CityCar, and the vehicle will be able to fold up to reduce the actual size of the car when it is parked. This innovative design aims to address the growing concerns of urban congestion and limited parking space, making it an ideal … [Read more...] about MIT’s Folding CityCar Electric Vehicle (Video)
This Is Called The n.a.p.
After staring at it for the better part of half an hour, we still have no idea what to call it. A couch or a bed couch? Never mind. The n.a.p. comes with a LED reading light and enough space for printed material--even a cup of coffee. It does look cumbersome, however. To be blunt, it's a rather … [Read more...] about This Is Called The n.a.p.
Voztec Helmet Splits In Two During Emergencies (Video)
It took a particularly dreadful accident to create the Voztec. See, John Vozzo was left incapacitated after a nasty skydiving incident. With both legs broken, he had little else to do but contemplate the deeper questions of life and a new helmet. Helmet? Yes, particularly what became the Voztec, … [Read more...] about Voztec Helmet Splits In Two During Emergencies (Video)
Awesome Urwerk UR-1001 Pocket Watch
If when you think of a pocket watch you picture a gold coloured circular styled Victorian timepiece, it might be time to have a rethink after feasting your eyes on this modern take of the traditional pocket watch in the form of the awesome Urwerk UR-1001. The Urwerk UR-1001 has been constructed out … [Read more...] about Awesome Urwerk UR-1001 Pocket Watch
Photographer Creates World Largest Digital Camera Back Measuring 8 x 10 inches
Photographer Mitchell Feinberg has been using Polaroids to take test exposures on his Sinar 8 x 10 plate camera for some years, but the cost of using the aging Polaroid technology was starting to pinch. So Feinberg decided to create his own digital back for the Sinar 8 x 10 plate camera and created … [Read more...] about Photographer Creates World Largest Digital Camera Back Measuring 8 x 10 inches
Nanopower Shoes Use Liquid Metal To Generate Power From Walking
Harvesting free energy as you walk, sounds like something from a science fiction movie, but now its edging closer to reality. Thanks to the researchers at UW-Madison who have been working on an energy harvester shoe. A new power generating shoe concept has been created which collects … [Read more...] about Nanopower Shoes Use Liquid Metal To Generate Power From Walking
Iris Transparent Tablet Concept Looks Awesome (Video)
We have featured a number of prototype laptops and netbooks with transparent displays here at Geeky Gadgets, and now we have the Iris transparent tablet concept, which features a transparent OLED display. The Iris tablet concept is the work of designers Liu-Wei, Yao Kai-Chi, Hong Ruei Hong & … [Read more...] about Iris Transparent Tablet Concept Looks Awesome (Video)
Battlestar Galactica Props And Costumes Up For Auction
Have you ever wanted to dress up as a Gold Cylon from the original Battlestar Galactica? Well, there is a chance you can now own your very own Cylon suit from the original Battlestar Galactica series. As props and costumes are going up for auction this Saturday, August 27th, 2011. The Battlestar … [Read more...] about Battlestar Galactica Props And Costumes Up For Auction
PumpTire Self-Inflating Bike Tire (video)
A new innovative self-inflating tire called PumpTire is now looking for pledges on the Kickstarter site to help it make the jump from concept to production. The design consists of a unidirectional air valve and a small hollow tube on the outside of the tire. As you ride along, the small outside … [Read more...] about PumpTire Self-Inflating Bike Tire (video)
Strange Privacy Shell Gives You Some Sort Of Privacy
In what amounts to fashion treason and an assault on rationality, a new strange form of garb is being showcased across the web. It's called a Privacy Shell and its name leaves nothing to the imagination—imagine a shell you cover yourself with in crowded places. As for the couple downstairs sharing … [Read more...] about Strange Privacy Shell Gives You Some Sort Of Privacy
CineSkates Camera Sliders (video)
A new innovative project called CineSkates has started its journey on the Kickstarter website, looking to make the jump from concept to production. CineSkates are a unique design that allows you to add wheels to the legs of a GorillaPod Focus tripod. Providing a new and unique way to keep your … [Read more...] about CineSkates Camera Sliders (video)
