So this real clever guy named Steve is being credited for making the Haptic. It's quite an impressive gadget that's actually a portable sonar device for the blind. The technology, however, isn't new. What Steve really accomplished was make it more compact for wearing on the wrist. As the … [Read more...] about Hacker Build Hand-Mounted Tacit Sonar Device (Video)
DIY Projects
Lego Comes To Life Through This 3D Milling Machine (Video)
Ah, Lego. A cultural icon, the building blocks of dreams, scattered inspiration awaiting the creative process. Lest we get too poetic, below is a mere glimpse of rare and excellent footage we unearthed from somewhere showing a 3D milling machine in action. The really impressive part, of course, is … [Read more...] about Lego Comes To Life Through This 3D Milling Machine (Video)
Tiny Origami Figures Strain Your Eyes
Imagine having to look at one of these creations as they sit on your fingertip. That's right, fingertip. The picture below isn't depicting a giant person with an origami sculpture on their giant fingertip. It's an almost beyond minuscule work of art the eye would strain to see. The important thing … [Read more...] about Tiny Origami Figures Strain Your Eyes
Emotigraph Mechanically Conveys Your Emotional State
Not sure if these were staples in most 19th century homes but the Emotigraph sure is retrogressive. It's actually another weird invention by Matthew Garten, who is no stranger to Geeky Gadgets. Last time Matthew was featured, however, the man was ears deep in his steampunk phase. The Emotigraph is … [Read more...] about Emotigraph Mechanically Conveys Your Emotional State
Desktop Jellyfish Tank Needs Pledges (Video)
That means it's a Kickstarter project. If you've always been fascinated by sea creatures other than fish, then this project might interest you. It's masterminded by this guy named Alex, a San Franciscan who's obsessed with having jellyfish for pets. See, for quite a while now Alex has been modding … [Read more...] about Desktop Jellyfish Tank Needs Pledges (Video)
DIY Shuriken USB Gratifies The Ninja Fanboys
Indeed, the world is full of ninja fanboys. They obsessively watch Naruto and fantasize about embarking on a suicide mission someday for a noble cause–like avenging their sworn enemies. Ever heard of the shadowy assassin who attacked an Apple store under cover of darkness by ramming his car through … [Read more...] about DIY Shuriken USB Gratifies The Ninja Fanboys
35mm Camera Kit Is A Scale Modelers Dream
Ever have fond memories of scale model kits? We do. The heady smell of glue, the maddening precision, and the marvelous process of putting together a machine broken down into small plastic parts. Those days are dead and gone as the fine art remains the predominant preserve of young men. However, the … [Read more...] about 35mm Camera Kit Is A Scale Modelers Dream
Android Powered Robot Tank (Video)
We have featured quite a few devices powered and controlled by smartphones, the latest one is the Android Powered Robot Tank, which as the name suggests is powered by an Android smartphone. The video below shows how the tank works, and it was made using a remote controlled tank, an Android … [Read more...] about Android Powered Robot Tank (Video)
DIY Tar And Feather Gun A Harmless Mess
Especially when you're at the receiving end of this diabolical weapon. Make that toy weapon as it's completely non lethal. (Unless you club someone on the head with it.) Made by a certain PenfoldPlant whose creative streak is more in line with Hiram Maxim than Thomas Edison, the Tar and Feather is a … [Read more...] about DIY Tar And Feather Gun A Harmless Mess
Hackers Create Camera Drone Launcher From Flare Gun
A pair of hackers at this year's DefCon conference have showcased a new camera drone launcher, ingeniously created using a flare gun. This innovative device is reminiscent of a military-grade system used to launch cameras from a grenade launcher, demonstrating the potential for civilian adaptation … [Read more...] about Hackers Create Camera Drone Launcher From Flare Gun
Swedish Man Arrested For Building Nuclear Reactor In His House
The people of Sweden are an industrious lot, excelling at stuff that usually invovles much skill and manual dexterity. Small wonder than that every once in a while, news pops up of a Swedish DIY at home project gone awry. Remember that Guitar Gun from some time ago? Anyway, Richard Handl is one guy … [Read more...] about Swedish Man Arrested For Building Nuclear Reactor In His House
Rule Your Own Kingdom With This 3D Printed Ring Of Power (Video)
Look! It's shaped like a keyboard 'command' button. Woah. Since 3D printing has already emerged as hobbyists sugary dream come to vivid life, expect no end to custom jobs similar to what's pictured below. It's actually part of an entire line of rings, none of which rule each other. … [Read more...] about Rule Your Own Kingdom With This 3D Printed Ring Of Power (Video)
