A new USB device has been unveiled today by SparkFun called the Electric Sheep, which has been designed to provide Android developers with an easier route to create Android apps and accessories using the Android open accessory protocol. The new Electric Sheep board created by SparkFun is based on … [Read more...] about SparkFun Electric Sheep Opens Up Development For Android Apps And Accessories
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Portal Bookends
If you are a fan of Valve's Portal game, these Portal bookends could be the perfect gift for you and would be the perfect thing to keep your science manuals in order. They are constructed from aluminium and have been given a shiny finish and have non-slip rubber padding on the base. If you have … [Read more...] about Portal Bookends
Awesome Steam Powered Remote Controlled Trike (video)
We have featured a number of amazing remote controlled vehicles and aircraft here on Geek Gadgets, but never one that has been powered by steam. This awesome steam-powered remote-controlled trike has been built by YouTube user 'prallplatte'. The trike weighs in at 19 lbs and is powered by two large … [Read more...] about Awesome Steam Powered Remote Controlled Trike (video)
Robots And Other Marvels Being Assembled At Google X Lab
The New York Times ran an interesting piece last Sunday about a secretive location in the Bay Area. Turns out to be the mysterious X Lab run by Google. It's so secret, that irony of ironies, the very story that introduced it to the public imagination merely hinted at what goes on inside. It's a cool … [Read more...] about Robots And Other Marvels Being Assembled At Google X Lab
Weapon Shaped Pillows Adds A New Twist To Pillow Fights
There is no excuse to lose your next pillow fight if you arm yourself with these fantastic weapon-shaped pillows, which have been designed to add a little more fun to your standard pillow fight. The pillow weapon designs, which include everything from a lightsaber to a throwing star, have been … [Read more...] about Weapon Shaped Pillows Adds A New Twist To Pillow Fights
Lego Film Production Confirmed By Warner Bros.
If you are a fan of everything Lego, you will be pleased to know that Warner Bros. have confirmed the production of a CGI/live-action hybrid movie, which is currently in the early stages of development. This exciting new project has garnered significant attention, and full-time production of the … [Read more...] about Lego Film Production Confirmed By Warner Bros.
Altec Lansing Unveils Three, Custom Series In-Ear Monitors
Altec Lansing has unveiled their new range of in-ear monitors in the form of the new Altec Lansing A1, A2, and A3. These innovative earphones are custom-molded to your ear using a medical-grade silicone material called 40 Shore. The silicone quickly adapts to a user's body temperature, forming a … [Read more...] about Altec Lansing Unveils Three, Custom Series In-Ear Monitors
Tesla Coil Musical Hat Created By MIT Student (video)
For this year's Halloween, MIT student Tyler Christensen decided to create something a little different to wear and opted for a Tesla Coil Musical Hat. The creation is powered by a 28V A123 battery pack, and all the electronics are included in the hat along either side. Watch the video after the … [Read more...] about Tesla Coil Musical Hat Created By MIT Student (video)
Super Strong Hardshell, Solid Gray: Backpack
If you need a strong bag to transport your gadgets around, it might be worth you looking at the new super strong hardshell backpack called the Solid Gray. The backpack is lightweight and constructed from a single sheet of copolymer, creating an extremely light hardshell. Solid Gray is a design from … [Read more...] about Super Strong Hardshell, Solid Gray: Backpack
Personal OVO-4 Home Flight Simulator, Is Yours For $57,000
If you enjoy flying planes on your computer flight simulator software, you might like to take the experience to the next stage with the Personal OVO-4 Home Flight Simulator, if your pockets are deep enough. The new OVO-4 Home Flight Simulator is now available to pre-order for $57,000 and comes … [Read more...] about Personal OVO-4 Home Flight Simulator, Is Yours For $57,000
Microsoft: Get Free Swag In Exchange For Internet Explorer 9 Usage
The surprising part is how much free swag Microsoft is dangling in front of users. Okay, so Internet Explorer isn't exactly the sexiest browser out there. Some would even argue it never was, but hold on. Microsoft is pretty hot on Internet Explorer 9 and to entice its use, why, Microsoft is going … [Read more...] about Microsoft: Get Free Swag In Exchange For Internet Explorer 9 Usage
US Army To Deploy Paintball Projectiles For Bomb Deterrence
The awful truth is after years of campaigning in two different theaters, the US Army and other branches are still grappling with roadside bombs. You might have learned about them through their other, more pedantic, moniker IED. The problem with roadside bombs is, well, they can’t be beat. Heavily … [Read more...] about US Army To Deploy Paintball Projectiles For Bomb Deterrence
