It seems like every time I watch TV, there is a commercial for OnStar that I see as I zip past it with my DVR. OnStar is admittedly a really cool system with all sorts of features if you own a GM vehicle that comes with it. OnStar can unlock your doors, keep you from getting lost, and catch the … [Read more...] about OnStar AddOn Brings Fancy Mirror to All Cars
Cool Mods
Kinect Quadrocopter Autonomous AR.Drone Hack (video)
We have written about a number of Kinect hacks here on Geeky Gadgets over the past weeks since the Kinect's launch. But this Autonomous AR.Drone Hack by the team over at Hybrid Systems lab in the University of California has to be my favorite to date. The team has added a Kinect motion controller … [Read more...] about Kinect Quadrocopter Autonomous AR.Drone Hack (video)
DIY Time-lapse Mod For Compact Cameras
Time-lapse features are normally included in the specifications of more expensive DSLR cameras. But what if you fancy having a play with time-lapse on a budget? Well, Andyk75 has created a fantastic little mod that allows you to set up a time-lapse feature on even the most basic point-and-shoot … [Read more...] about DIY Time-lapse Mod For Compact Cameras
Star Trek Inspired Kitchen Computer (Video)
We have featured a few different PC mods here at Geeky Gadgets, and the latest one will undoubtedly appeal to all the Star Trek fans out there: the Star Trek inspired kitchen computer. This cool kitchen PC was created by YouTube user klapstoelpiloot, who used Windows XP and a custom UI to give it … [Read more...] about Star Trek Inspired Kitchen Computer (Video)
Touchscreen Created From Solid Ice (video)
Nokia researchers in Finland have created a fantastic demonstration of ubiquitous computing, where computers are embedded into everyday objects such as tables, walls, or doors. In this case, a solid wall of ice was created using ice blocks cut from a frozen river to build a 2 x 1.5 m (6.5 x … [Read more...] about Touchscreen Created From Solid Ice (video)
Kinect Hack Turns Broomstick Into Lightsaber (Video)
We have featured a few different Kinect hacks here at Geeky Gadgets, including some fun hand puppets. The latest one is from hacker Yankeyan, who has ingeniously hacked his Kinect to display a Lightsaber. Yankeyan uses a wooden broom handle to act as his lightsaber. Have a look at the video of it … [Read more...] about Kinect Hack Turns Broomstick Into Lightsaber (Video)
Kinect Hack Creates Fantastic Hand Puppets (video)
Only shortly after Kinect's release, we have another cool hack that showcases the possibilities of using the Microsoft motion controller. This innovative project demonstrates the versatility and potential of the Kinect system. Watch the video after the break to see how the hack has been put together … [Read more...] about Kinect Hack Creates Fantastic Hand Puppets (video)
TikTok and LunaTik Watch Kits for iPod Nano to enter Production
If you have ever checked out the stuff over at Kickstarter, you know that most of it will never see production. Most of the projects I see there never raise the $15,000 that is needed to be built. However, a project started by Scott Wilson has made the loot it needed to go from concept to the real … [Read more...] about TikTok and LunaTik Watch Kits for iPod Nano to enter Production
Windows Phone 7 Registry Hack Enables Mass Storage Mode
On top of the tethering support that official sources said did not exist, WP Central has discovered another intriguing Windows Phone 7 hack that enables a mass storage mode. This feature was also previously thought to be non-existent. The hack is very simple and only takes five minutes to complete, … [Read more...] about Windows Phone 7 Registry Hack Enables Mass Storage Mode
iRobot Hacked With Kinect Motion Controller (video)
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)
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)
