Using the iPad 2's front-facing camera, the team over at Engineering Human-Computer Interaction Research Group has been able to create a facial tracking application that provides a 3D interface for Apple's new device. The application uses a feed from the front-facing camera, together with software … [Read more...] about iPad 2 3D Interfaces Without The Need For 3D Glasses (video)
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Audiotool, A Free Cloud Based Music Studio (video)
If you are looking for a free online music production tool, then the new Audiotool created by Burn Studios might be worth a look. Audiotool is a free flash-based music production suite of tools that allows you to create electronic music by connecting different devices together in any way you like. … [Read more...] about Audiotool, A Free Cloud Based Music Studio (video)
Rokform Rokstand Industrial Style iPhone Stand
If you are looking for a slightly more robust industrial looking iPhone stand than some of the designs we have featured here on Geeky Gadgets, then the Rokform Rokstand might be the perfect companion to your iPhone. The Rokstand created by Rokform is constructed from CNC machined Billet 6061 T-6 … [Read more...] about Rokform Rokstand Industrial Style iPhone Stand
Unreal Engine 3 Features Trailer 2011 (video)
Unreal Technology has been demonstrating what their Unreal Engine 3 can do with the release of another stunning teaser video. This video showcases the incredible capabilities of the Unreal Engine 3, highlighting its potential to revolutionize the gaming industry. The advancements in this engine … [Read more...] about Unreal Engine 3 Features Trailer 2011 (video)
Google Plans To Stream Its Google I/O Conference, After Tickets Sell Out In Less Than An Hour
Google is now planning to stream its Google I/O Conference after tickets sold out for the event in just 59 minutes. The Google I/O will bring together thousands of developers for two days of deep technical content on May 10 - 11th, 2011 at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. The Google I/O … [Read more...] about Google Plans To Stream Its Google I/O Conference, After Tickets Sell Out In Less Than An Hour
Orbotix Sphero Robotic Ball Lands $5 Million Investment For Production (video)
The Sphero Robotic Ball, controlled by your smartphone, which we featured back in December last year and was showcased at CES this year, has now raised $5 million in Series B financing from Foundry Group and Highway 12 Ventures. This significant investment allows it to make the jump from concept … [Read more...] about Orbotix Sphero Robotic Ball Lands $5 Million Investment For Production (video)
HTC Desire Solves Dodecahedron Rubik’s Cube (video)
We have featured a number of different Rubik Cube solving devices here on Geeky Gadgets including the Android Lego creation that was able to solve the puzzle in under 25 seconds. But we have never seen a Dodecahedron Rubik's Cube solver before. Megaminxer is probably the first robot in the world … [Read more...] about HTC Desire Solves Dodecahedron Rubik’s Cube (video)
This Hilarious Concept Leash Gun Will Outrage PETA
Ah, designers. You gotta admire their cheek. Perhaps some may cry foul upon sight of this clever toy gun, rabidly denouncing its creator as a twisted sociopathic maniac—but we'll leave the vitriol to PETA and other animal rights inclined folks. There's no high-tech behind this provocative leash. … [Read more...] about This Hilarious Concept Leash Gun Will Outrage PETA
New Michelin Protek Max Bicycle Inner Tubes Self-Seal Their Punctures
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
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
