41-year-old Austrian daredevil Felix Baumgartner will soon be attempting to free fall from 23 miles up on the outer edges of space back to Earth. Baumgartner will ride up to the 120,000-foot height in a helium balloon, then dive out, plummeting back to Earth at speeds of up to 690 mph. This daring … [Read more...] about How To Film A 690mph 23 Mile Freefall (video)
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Pentax Optio RZ10 And RS1000 Compact Cameras Announced
As well as launching the new Pentax K-r DSLT, Pentax has also announced a pair of new compact digital cameras, the Pentax Optio RZ10 and Optio RS1000. The Optio RS1000 features a 14-megapixel sensor, has 4x optical zoom, and can record HD video in 720p. It also features a 3-inch LCD display and is … [Read more...] about Pentax Optio RZ10 And RS1000 Compact Cameras Announced
Pentax K-r DSLR Announced
Pentax has added another new DSLR to its line up with the launch of the Pentax K-r. The Pentax K-r is designed to be an entry level DSLR, and it will retail for $800 for the body only and $850 for a kit with an 18-55mm lens. The Pentax K-r features a 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor, plus a 3 inch LCD … [Read more...] about Pentax K-r DSLR Announced
New iPod Touch Gets Taken Apart
Yesterday we showed you the new iPod Shuffle which the guys at iFixit took apart to see what was inside. Now they have done the same to the new iPod Touch. The new iPod Touch is much slimmer than the previous version, it features Apple's new A4 processor that can be found in the iPhone 4, and it … [Read more...] about New iPod Touch Gets Taken Apart
Recycled Bumblebee Made From A Camaro
Some of our readers will remember the cool recycled Optimus Prime that we featured on the site a while back, it was created by the guys over at Robosteel. Their latest creation is this awesome Bumblebee which is made from a recycled Camaro, and he stands 2.2 metres tall. The Art of Recycling As … [Read more...] about Recycled Bumblebee Made From A Camaro
Xtreme Mac Launches Two New iPhone And iPod Audio Docks
Xtreme Mac has launched two new audio docks for the iPhone and iPod: The Luna SST alarm clock dock and the 3 in 1 Microdock. The Luna SST alarm clock comes with dual independent alarms, as well as a detachable speaker. It is designed to fit on your nightstand and offers full stereo sound. This … [Read more...] about Xtreme Mac Launches Two New iPhone And iPod Audio Docks
Worlds First Royal Mail iStamp
Royal Mail has just released the world's first iStamp, an intelligent stamp that incorporates augmented reality. In a partnership with augmented reality specialist Junaio, the Royal Mail has created their first iStamp, which is combined with the Royal Mail’s Great British Railway Special … [Read more...] about Worlds First Royal Mail iStamp
Philips Stylish Dual QWERTY Remote Control
Philips Home Control has unveiled their new QWERTY remote control called the Dual. The stylish looking remote has been designed to give you full control over home media equipment. Innovative Design and Functionality On one side of the remote are your normal volume and program buttons together … [Read more...] about Philips Stylish Dual QWERTY Remote Control
Pioneer HDJ-500 DJ Headphones
Pioneer has launched a new pair of entry-level DJ headphones, the Pioneer HDJ-500, which are designed with comfort in mind. They feature leather-wrapped urethane pads that are designed to be more comfortable and also hard-wearing. These pads ensure that DJs can wear the headphones for extended … [Read more...] about Pioneer HDJ-500 DJ Headphones
Parrot AR.Drone Starts Shipping Tomorrow (video)
If you have been anxiously waiting for your pre-ordered Parrot AR.Drone, your long wait is over as they will now start shipping tomorrow on the 9th of September. Check out the video to see the Parrot AR.Drone in action through its onboard camera. Innovative Control System The Parrot AR.Drone is … [Read more...] about Parrot AR.Drone Starts Shipping Tomorrow (video)
Map Envelope
If you are looking for a unique way to make your envelopes a little more interesting, Map Envelope allows you to print your own envelopes with any address you like on the inside, complete with Google Map satellite images. Simply enter your address or desired location and then print the envelope … [Read more...] about Map Envelope
Surface Tension Arcane Arcade Coffee Table
We have featured a few geeky coffee tables previously on Geeky Gadgets, as well as some cool arcade tables. The latest one to catch our eye is the Surface Tension Arcane arcade coffee table, a perfect blend of retro gaming and modern furniture design. The Surface Tension Arcane features a media … [Read more...] about Surface Tension Arcane Arcade Coffee Table
