Ralph Kistler and Jan Sieber have teamed up and used a Microsoft Kinect motion controller, a handful of servos, and a cuddly teddy to create an interactive installation where users can move in front of a teddy and see it mimic their movements, like a wireless puppet. This innovative project, known … [Read more...] about Kinect “Monkey Business” Wireless Puppet (video)
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Spire Boat, The Batman Inspired Speed Boat (Updated)
The Spire Boat by Thierry Mugler is a speed boat designed by Thierry Mugler Studio. As you can see from the photos below, the Spire Boat has taken some of its design inspiration from the original Batmobile. Spire Boat is a company that has been making speed boats since 2006. They have teamed up … [Read more...] about Spire Boat, The Batman Inspired Speed Boat (Updated)
Bonobo Plywood Bike
A unique bike called the Bonobo has been created by Polish designer Stanisław Płoski, and it stands out due to its innovative use of a moulded plywood frame rather than the traditional metal alloy frame you would expect to see on a mountain bike. The plywood frame was created by laminating strips … [Read more...] about Bonobo Plywood Bike
TeamFortress 2 Lego Figures
If you are thinking of dropping in on the Wizard World Comic Con this weekend and are in the Chicago area, you might like to keep your eyes peeled for these amazing Team Fortress 2 characters created in Lego by Flickr member Pepa Quin. The detailing on each character is really something special. … [Read more...] about TeamFortress 2 Lego Figures
Apple Streamlines Its Fifth Avenue Store Even Further
Apples Fifth Avenue store in Manhattan is already a fantastic feat of engineering, being made up of 90 panes of glass to create the transparent glass cube synonymous with Apple. This iconic structure has become a landmark, attracting both Apple enthusiasts and tourists alike. The design not only … [Read more...] about Apple Streamlines Its Fifth Avenue Store Even Further
The Making Of iPad Head Girl (video)
You may remember the article we published and video about the "The iPad Head Girl" at the beginning of August. Well, the company behind the weird headgear has now released another video showing a behind-the-scenes look at how the video and iPad headgear were created. Watch the making of the iPad … [Read more...] about The Making Of iPad Head Girl (video)
HDI 3D Projectors Arriving Feb 2012 Starting At $55,000
HDI has unveiled a new range of 3D projectors it will be launching next year, with innovative designs that really make them stand out from the crowd, when compared to traditional projectors. Manufacturing is already under way for the new designs which you can see after the break and HDI hopes to … [Read more...] about HDI 3D Projectors Arriving Feb 2012 Starting At $55,000
HiLO Tablet With Felt Keyboard Case Concept
A very unique tablet concept called HiLo has been designed by Roni Margolin that incorporates a material felt case that also doubles as a keyboard. The main tablet is a 10 inch OLED that links to the felt keyboard via Bluetooth. Inside the felt keyboard case, the electronics for the keyboard would … [Read more...] about HiLO Tablet With Felt Keyboard Case Concept
German Maverick Builds New Awesome Tesla Guitars
No relation to the equally maverick-ish Tesla Motors, however. But here at Geeky Gadgets we've always maintained that the world of music is long overdue serious innovation. Not to upset the purists out there, but such ubiquitous instruments as the electric guitar have hardly evolved design and … [Read more...] about German Maverick Builds New Awesome Tesla Guitars
MySaver Stops Your iPhone, iPad, And iPod Cable From Breaking (Video)
We have featured quite a few different accessories for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod here at Geeky Gadgets. The latest one is one of the more useful ones we have seen and definitely a great idea. It is called MySaver and is currently a Kickstarter project. One of the major problems with the standard … [Read more...] about MySaver Stops Your iPhone, iPad, And iPod Cable From Breaking (Video)
Super Slim Design Hara PC With iPhone Dock
We have featured one of these cool custom PCs from Design Hara before at Geeky Gadgets. The latest one is the work of designer Chang Su Lee, and as you can see from the photos below, it is designed to be an ultra-slim PC. The case of the PC is made from aluminum, and it features a wooden fascia … [Read more...] about Super Slim Design Hara PC With iPhone Dock
These Concept Vehicles Will Make Your Jaw Drop
While concepts—a practice in the design world that often leaves most people scratching their heads in puzzlement—are usually hit and miss, there are a few that really inspire closer scrutiny. Enter Michel Jelinek, a Czech designer who likes his machines futuristic in the vein of Syd Mead. We … [Read more...] about These Concept Vehicles Will Make Your Jaw Drop
