Michelin have unveiled a new bicycle inner tube they have been developing, which when punctured reseals and repairs itself. The Protek Max inner tubes not only contain a sealant to help with the repair process but also compress when punctured to help with the repairing process. The new Protek Max … [Read more...] about New Michelin Protek Max Bicycle Inner Tubes Self-Seal Their Punctures
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Predator Visual Object Tracking Algorithm Automatically Learns And Improves (video)
Researcher and PhD student Zdenek Kalal has developed a groundbreaking visual object tracking algorithm called Predator. This innovative system is capable of learning and improving its accuracy as it tracks a target. The project has already won the prestigious “Technology Everywhere” award and can … [Read more...] about Predator Visual Object Tracking Algorithm Automatically Learns And Improves (video)
Wii Watercooler UNLimited Edition Case Mod
We have featured many different Xbox 360 console case modifications and PS3 mods here on Geeky Gadgets, but it's not very often you get a Wii mod that's as fantastic as the one created by a Copenhagen-based Modder, Martin Nielsen. Nielsen, otherwise known as “Angel OD” on Bit Tech, has designed and … [Read more...] about Wii Watercooler UNLimited Edition Case Mod
Microsoft Releases New XDK Xbox 360 Development Kit
Microsoft has announced its releasing a new XDK console to developers which has been designed to increase the efficiency of any size development team, while creating Xbox 360 games, together with reducing their costs. To aid development teams, Microsoft explains that they will be offering the new … [Read more...] about Microsoft Releases New XDK Xbox 360 Development Kit
Legotron Medium Format Camera Built From Lego Bricks
Cary Norton first thought of building a Lego 4 x 5 camera back in August 2009 and blogged a short sentence about it. Well, this week he has now posted an update of his idea, the 'Legotron,' in its full finished glory. Together with photographs taken with his 'Legotron' Medium Format Camera, the … [Read more...] about Legotron Medium Format Camera Built From Lego Bricks
Jordi Parra’s Spotify Radio (Video)
Fans of the Spotify music service will love this cool Spotify Radio created by Jordi Parra. This innovative device was developed as part of Jordi's degree project and essentially functions as a radio that can play Spotify playlists over WiFi. As you will see in the video below, it features tiny … [Read more...] about Jordi Parra’s Spotify Radio (Video)
iPad And Kinect Hacked To Steer RC Car (video)
Imaginative ways to use Microsoft's Kinect keep appearing daily, and another worth mentioning today is this hack that uses either an iPad or Kinect to take control of a remote control car. The project has been set up to show how hand gestures can be used to control R/C vehicles. One version uses a … [Read more...] about iPad And Kinect Hacked To Steer RC Car (video)
Audi and Renovo Hardwood Bicycles Team Up For Duo Bikes
Audi has been making luxury and sports cars for a long time now and is famous for its Quattro all-wheel drive system for its vehicles. Audi has announced that it has teamed up with a bicycle maker called Renovo Hardwood Bicycles. The result is a trio of Audi-inspired bicycles that combine luxury and … [Read more...] about Audi and Renovo Hardwood Bicycles Team Up For Duo Bikes
Kinect Equipped Quadrocopter Creates Real-time 3D Maps (video)
MIT has developed an innovative flying quadrocopter equipped with a Microsoft Kinect device, which is capable of mapping its surrounding environment in 3D. This advanced technology creates a real-time visual odometry system, allowing the quadrocopter to navigate and understand its environment with … [Read more...] about Kinect Equipped Quadrocopter Creates Real-time 3D Maps (video)
Skypes Creates A Competition To Correct Its Skype 5 For Mac Design
In an attempt to correct the problems with user ability in the recent versions of Skype 5 for Mac, Skype has decided to let the users vote and has started a competition inviting designs for a new chat layout. The competition comprises of three rounds, each lasting three weeks, with two winners … [Read more...] about Skypes Creates A Competition To Correct Its Skype 5 For Mac Design
Plasticine iPad, Stopmotion Creativity At Its Best (Video)
If you're still waiting to get your hands on Apple's new iPad 2, then this stop-motion video of an iPad made entirely from plasticine might help ease the pain a little and put a smile on your face. I have always enjoyed creating things from plasticine, but this innovative creation is an example of … [Read more...] about Plasticine iPad, Stopmotion Creativity At Its Best (Video)
GoPano 360 Degree Lens Creates Panoramic Video On Your iPhone (video)
The GoPano micro is an innovative Kickstarter project seeking funding to develop a unique lens attachment for the iPhone 4, enabling users to create 360-degree panoramic videos. This groundbreaking accessory aims to revolutionize the way we capture and share immersive video content using our … [Read more...] about GoPano 360 Degree Lens Creates Panoramic Video On Your iPhone (video)
