Yesterday, Microsoft officially launched their new Kinect SDK, marking a significant milestone in the realm of motion-sensing technology. To celebrate this launch, they hosted a 24-hour programming event at their Redmond HQ, inviting around 40 developers to participate. The goal was to explore the … [Read more...] about Kinect Quadrocopter Controlled With Kinect SDK (Video)
Cool Mods
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
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
Usonian PC Case Mod By Jeffrey Stephenson
We have featured a few case mods from Jeffrey Stephenson before here at Geeky Gadgets. Jeffrey's latest creation is called the Usonian, and it is inspired by the designs of the legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. This cool case mod has been meticulously crafted from a variety of wood, with each … [Read more...] about Usonian PC Case Mod By Jeffrey Stephenson
Parrot AR Drone Controlled By Micorosoft Kinect (Video)
We have featured quite a few different Kinect hacks here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one combines the Parrot AR Drone quadricopter with the Microsoft Kinect. This innovative hack showcases the potential of combining different technologies to create new and exciting applications. The Parrot AR … [Read more...] about Parrot AR Drone Controlled By Micorosoft Kinect (Video)
This Unbelievable 4×4 Casemod Comes With A Shovel
This is the type of Casemod that would run you over if you aren't careful. As for the bumper and fog lights, we have no idea what they're for. The shovel? Perhaps when it gets stuck in mud or to knock out the other guy during a particularly heated LAN game. The tower case was originally an IN WIN … [Read more...] about This Unbelievable 4×4 Casemod Comes With A Shovel
Latest Microsoft Kinect Hack Turns Tourists Into Souvenirs (Video)
We have seen quite a few different Microsoft Kinect Hacks here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one is certainly interesting. It was created by the innovative team from BlablabLab. What they did was use the Microsoft Kinect to take 360-degree images of tourists. The images were then printed out … [Read more...] about Latest Microsoft Kinect Hack Turns Tourists Into Souvenirs (Video)
Microsoft’s Kinect Used For Video Conferencing (Video)
We have featured quite a few different Microsoft Kinect hacks here at Geeky Gadgets. The latest one is video conferencing using the Microsoft Kinect, and the results are pretty impressive, adding in a range of cool features that you wouldn't normally see in standard video conferencing. Researchers … [Read more...] about Microsoft’s Kinect Used For Video Conferencing (Video)
Gmail Motion Becomes Real With Kinect Hack (Video)
Last Friday we showed you one of Google's April Fools pranks, Gmail Motion, which was basically Gmail controlled by a range of funny hand actions. This prank video humorously suggested that users could compose and send emails using exaggerated body movements. Now, the innovative team over at the … [Read more...] about Gmail Motion Becomes Real With Kinect Hack (Video)
Awesome Four Player Pong Coffee Table (Video)
We have featured quite a few different homemade gaming consoles, mods, and even some video game coffee tables. Here is a cool one that will appeal to all the retro gaming fans out there, the Super Pong Table. The Super Pong Table was created by Brad, and he has posted full instructions on how he … [Read more...] about Awesome Four Player Pong Coffee Table (Video)
HTC Thunderbolt Overclocked To 1.8GHz
The HTC Thunderbolt went on sale in the US recently, and it features a 1GHz processor, which has been overclocked to a massive 1.8GHz by Derek Rodriguez, with a kernel he put together which enables the Thunderbolt to be overclocked. Impressive Performance Results The RealBeesley ran the kernel … [Read more...] about HTC Thunderbolt Overclocked To 1.8GHz
Original iPad Gets A Smart Cover With A Simple Hack
When Apple announced the iPad 2, they also introduced the innovative Smart Cover, which connects to the iPad 2 using magnets. These magnets are embedded within the iPad 2 itself, ensuring that the case stays securely attached. The Smart Cover not only protects the screen but also serves as a stand, … [Read more...] about Original iPad Gets A Smart Cover With A Simple Hack
