MIT Personal Robotics Group has been busy hacking Microsoft's Kinect system and combining it with an iRobot to create some fantastic results. MIT has created a low-cost localization and mapping hardware system that allows them to control the iRobot with great effect. This innovative system … [Read more...] about iRobot Hacked With Kinect Motion Controller (video)
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Rock Band Storage Ottoman from Level Up Rocks
Hand's down the worst part about playing Rock Band to me is having to clean up all the controllers when you are done. I try to keep the stuff upstairs out of my way, but bringing it down to play the next time is a big pain. If you need a better way to store your Rock Band gear, LevelUp has your … [Read more...] about Rock Band Storage Ottoman from Level Up Rocks
VUDU Arriving On PS3 November 23rd
The highly anticipated launch of VUDU on the PS3 has now been revealed to be on November 23rd, bringing a huge library of movies in glorious 1080p high definition to the PS3 together with Dolby Digital Plus 5.1. This exciting development is set to revolutionize the way PS3 users consume digital … [Read more...] about VUDU Arriving On PS3 November 23rd
Minecraft Fridge Magnets
If you can't get enough of playing Minecraft, these fridge magnets will allow you to play even away from the computer. The Minecraft tiles come in a pack of 64 1 x 1 inch tiles for $10, available from Kongscut. But don't worry if you think 64 tiles aren't enough for your grand design, Kongscut is … [Read more...] about Minecraft Fridge Magnets
THQ uDraw GameTablet Now Shipping
The Nintendo Wii is most notable for its unique control system. There are other motion-controlled consoles on the market now, but the Wii was the first and is still one of the most fun too. The Wii's innovative approach to gaming has set it apart from other consoles, making it a favorite among … [Read more...] about THQ uDraw GameTablet Now Shipping
Xbox 360 Cooling Mod Using Air Conditioner
If while gaming, your Xbox 360 gets seriously hot and you are worried that the 'red ring of death' may pay you a visit, you could try cooling your Xbox 360 system using this ingenious cooling device with an air conditioning unit and a length of tube. DIY Cooling Solution Using a cardboard box, a … [Read more...] about Xbox 360 Cooling Mod Using Air Conditioner
NES Cartridge Wireless Router Mod (video)
Check out this funky NES cartridge mod by Unconventional Hacker that has transformed the cartridge into a Wifi Router. They have even created their own custom Wifi sticker to finish the mod. Watch the video after the break to see it in action. If you fancy making your own Wireless Nes Cartridge … [Read more...] about NES Cartridge Wireless Router Mod (video)
Microsoft Sells 1 Million Kinect Devices In 10 Days
We have been hearing rumors recently on how many Microsoft Kinect gaming accessories have been sold. Microsoft has now released some official sales figures. Since the Microsoft Kinect went on sale recently, Microsoft has sold a total of 1 million Kinect devices in the first day, which is quite … [Read more...] about Microsoft Sells 1 Million Kinect Devices In 10 Days
PS Jailbreak Now Supports PS3 versions 3.42 and 3.5
It seems that not even firmware is safe on the PS3 as PS Jailbreak has now announced that their jailbreaking PlayStation device now supports firmware 3.42, 3.50, and beyond! The Impact of Firmware 3.50 The firmware released by Sony for the PS3 version 3.50 was designed to protect the PS3 console … [Read more...] about PS Jailbreak Now Supports PS3 versions 3.42 and 3.5
Angry Birds Coming To Xbox 360, Sony PS3 And Nintendo Wii
Angry Birds has been a massive success for Rovio Mobile, with over 10 million downloads on the iPhone and iPod Touch, and downloads growing steadily on Google's Android platform. This phenomenal success has paved the way for the game to expand its horizons, and it seems we will soon be able to play … [Read more...] about Angry Birds Coming To Xbox 360, Sony PS3 And Nintendo Wii
Tt eSports Azurues is an Optical Gaming Mouse for Low Sensitivity Gamers
I am a high-sensitivity gamer. That doesn’t mean I am really in touch with my feelings or anything. It just means that I want a mouse with the most sensitivity I can get when it comes to time frag some noobs. Other gamers like a mouse with lower sensitivity so they can make bigger movements with … [Read more...] about Tt eSports Azurues is an Optical Gaming Mouse for Low Sensitivity Gamers
Kinect Hacked To Run On Mac OS X (video)
Kinect hacks are appearing fast and furiously since the outing of the open source drivers earlier this week. The Mac Kinect hack is a port/adaptation of Hector Martin's libfreenect for OS X made by Theodore Watson. Check out the video after the jump to see the Kinect running on OS X. The Early … [Read more...] about Kinect Hacked To Run On Mac OS X (video)
