There are plenty of software applications and services available to monitor servers, alerting you if you have a problem. But none of them come close to the awesomeness of this traffic light server monitoring system, which has been created using a little Arduino wizardry. The monitor has been … [Read more...] about Arduino Traffic Light Server Monitoring Mod
DIY Projects
Awesome Daft Punk Replica Helmet Complete With Programmable LED Faceplate (video)
If you are a fan of Thomas Bangalter's helmet from the Daft Punk music duo, you are in for a treat. Harrison Krix of Volpin Props has created his very own awesome replica helmet, which took around 4 months to build from scratch and even includes its very own programmable LED faceplate. Watch the … [Read more...] about Awesome Daft Punk Replica Helmet Complete With Programmable LED Faceplate (video)
6ft Tetris Game Built Using LED Matrix Controlled By DDR Mats (video)
Three MIT students have joined forces to create a massive 6ft tall Tetris game which uses an LED matrix controlled using a pair of Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) controller mats. This innovative project combines the nostalgic charm of Tetris with the physical engagement of DDR, resulting in a unique … [Read more...] about 6ft Tetris Game Built Using LED Matrix Controlled By DDR Mats (video)
Stormtrooper Helmet Created Only Using Sneakers
We have featured a number of Star Wars Stormtrooper helmets here on Geeky Gadgets made from a range of different materials, but never from just sneakers. The amazing creation pictured below has been created using Adidas Star Wars skate shoes. It was specially created for the Star Wars Remix site … [Read more...] about Stormtrooper Helmet Created Only Using Sneakers
Check Out This Impressive Classic Batman Lego Sculpture
That's 'classic' as in the TV series from way back when Robin used to exclaim 'Holy cow, Batman!' What makes it even more incredible is it was made by a 13-year-old named Evan Bacon (no relation to either Francis Bacon or Kevin Bacon, we think). If only he can get the rest of the Justice League done … [Read more...] about Check Out This Impressive Classic Batman Lego Sculpture
Father-Daughter Team Build Homemade Tank (Video)
So as not to arouse the suspicion of authorities, let it be writ that the Mechatron is totally harmless. Sort of. That's because it only packs an electric pellet gun. Now, if it fired rockets—you wouldn't want to mess with the Beatty family if that were the case. The paternal Beatty and his … [Read more...] about Father-Daughter Team Build Homemade Tank (Video)
HTC Flyer Bootloader Now Unlockable Using HTC Official Web Utility
HTC has today added the HTC Flyer to the list of compatible devices on its official HTC development website and will now allow you to unlock the bootloader on your HTC Flyer tablet. But before you rush over to use the new unlocking utility, just make sure that your device and the firmware you are … [Read more...] about HTC Flyer Bootloader Now Unlockable Using HTC Official Web Utility
SkyNET AR.Drone Can Stealthy Fly, Snoop And Hack Your Wi-Fi Network
Yet another threat to your Wi-Fi network has now been created by researches at Stevens Institute of Technology, but rather than using traditional methods this time they have used an AR.Drone and a wireless-network-hunting computer. Researchers have combined a remote control toy AR.Drone which we … [Read more...] about SkyNET AR.Drone Can Stealthy Fly, Snoop And Hack Your Wi-Fi Network
Awesome Steampunk Gaming Stick
If you enjoy all things Steampunked, feast your eyes on this newly created Steampunk fight stick created by Sam Kurd from B15SDM Designs. Kurd has used a set of Seimitsu buttons from the famed Japanese arcade button maker and added lashings of Steampunk goodness to create a very unique fight … [Read more...] about Awesome Steampunk Gaming Stick
Look At This Han Solo Blaster Modded Into A Soldering Gun
Remember Han Solo's iconic gun that looked like a broom handle pistol? So the guy responsible for the monstrosity pictured below got a toy version of it and did some risky engineering. The result? A tool that wouldn’t be out of place in the Fallout 3 universe. If only it shot lightning bolts. We … [Read more...] about Look At This Han Solo Blaster Modded Into A Soldering Gun
Scary Lego Predator Bust Glowers At You
Ah, Predator. The most underrated sci-fi horror franchise ever. In fact, the only time Predator got any respect after the first movie starring Schwarzenegger is when it got mashed up with Aliens. If we're not mistaken, said mashup is still very lucrative for the franchise, seeing the success of its … [Read more...] about Scary Lego Predator Bust Glowers At You
Teague Labs Cardboard Box And Teagueduino Video Game (video)
Teague Labs have created a fantastic video game using a cardboard box and one of their own products, a Teagueduino. The Teagueduino has been designed to provide an easier route for people wishing to use Arduino in projects. The video game has been built in a side-scrolling style and automatically … [Read more...] about Teague Labs Cardboard Box And Teagueduino Video Game (video)
