Sure, sure, we're all excited about Dark Side of the Moon, which will finally be unleashed in a few days' time. While it's unfortunate that Megan Fox is no longer part of the cast (and Bumblebee is?), the movie itself seems to promise (emphasis on seems) a huge fireworks display. By fireworks is … [Read more...] about Giant Transformer Cake Is Almost Unappetizing
DIY Projects
The 10,000 Year Clock Will Tick Until Cthulhu Awakens
No, we weren't plagiarizing dear old H.P. Lovecraft. But we did want your attention, because what you see pictured below is a very special project that transcends mere lifetimes. As the title indicates, it's a 10,000 year clock. It ticks every year, every millennium, until the fateful ten thousand, … [Read more...] about The 10,000 Year Clock Will Tick Until Cthulhu Awakens
The Beer Can Surfboard
We have featured quite a few cool creations made from beer cans here at Geeky Gadgets, like the beer can robot, and now we have the Beer Can Surfboard which is the work of San Diego artist Richard Morrison and surfboard maker Gary Seagraves. The Beer Can Surfboard started out as a sculpture, but … [Read more...] about The Beer Can Surfboard
Senior Citizen Builds Working Airship Model, Becomes Famous
The usefulness of airships and blimps really needs to be rediscovered. Sad to say, the inter-war flying behemoths were plagued by bad press and catastrophic accidents that doomed them to obsolescence. Several generations since, the only remaining impression of airships likely stems from a scene in … [Read more...] about Senior Citizen Builds Working Airship Model, Becomes Famous
Bandi Scarab PC By Paul Bangdiwala Looks Awesome
We have featured quite a few cool custom PCs here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one is the creation of Paul Bangdiwala. It is called the Bandi Scarab, and Paul wanted to give the PC a spider-like personality. From the looks of the photos, he has certainly achieved that. The Bandi Scarab features … [Read more...] about Bandi Scarab PC By Paul Bangdiwala Looks Awesome
Batcopter Intercepts Bats In The Name Of Science
Bats are a fascinating species that don't inspire the same wonder as, say, eagles and falcons. Unfortunately for bats, their best ambassador is a weird night prowling superhero (uh, Batman), a relationship that has reduced the entirety of batdom to the fringe thanks to public indifference. However, … [Read more...] about Batcopter Intercepts Bats In The Name Of Science
Room Created out of Obsolete Computer Parts
This is really cool, artist Marek Tomasik has created one of the geekiest rooms I have ever seen. The room has walls made out of old computer parts. It appears that most of the parts are pieces from computer cases and other items. The effect is more than a bit creepy, but looks really cool. The … [Read more...] about Room Created out of Obsolete Computer Parts
Man Builds Own Orrery With Lego
Orre-what? It's a mechanical device whose resulting motions follow the orbital paths of our solar system's heavenly bodies. Seen below is the finished project of Make enthusiast Guy Himber who confesses his inspiration was the movie Dark Crystal. (A one of a kind classic, in our opinion.) Of course, … [Read more...] about Man Builds Own Orrery With Lego
DIY ISS Notify Lamp Glows When The ISS Is Overhead
Of course, when the ISS really is overhead, you won't see it by looking out your window. Except if you're packing a telescope that is. Anyway, there's this aerospace enthusiast and all around coder genius Nathan who built himself a specially programmed lamp that illuminates his desk with glowing … [Read more...] about DIY ISS Notify Lamp Glows When The ISS Is Overhead
The Sofa Bike Looks Like A Fun Way To Travel (Video)
We have seen quite a few different DIY modes of transport here at Geeky Gadgets, including some sofas with engines in them, but I think this is probably the first sofa bike we have featured. The Sofa Bike is the creation of Jacek Holubowicz, and it was recently displayed at the International Design … [Read more...] about The Sofa Bike Looks Like A Fun Way To Travel (Video)
Sputnik 0667 PC Mod By Love Hulten
We have featured quite a few different PC mods here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one is the creation of Love Hulten from Sweden. He describes the Sputnik 0667 as "a computer combined with the beauty of arts and crafts, inspired by the 20th century and old hi-fi." As you can see from the photos … [Read more...] about Sputnik 0667 PC Mod By Love Hulten
Brainwave Activated Brain Bulb Lights Up Great Ideas
So at a recent Maker Faire Bay Area event, this Jeri Ellsworth chick walks in with a bulb in her head. Is she daft? Certainly not. But brilliant, yes. What's it for? Humor and big ideas. But let's focus on the latter: Ms. Jeri wanted to bring to reality the longstanding tradition of having a bulb go … [Read more...] about Brainwave Activated Brain Bulb Lights Up Great Ideas
