Retrovicio Forums member pocket_lucho has recreated a mini Daytona Arcade Cabinet. The build uses a mini ATX motherboard ZOTAC 330, 2GB RAM, Wi-Fi, an 8" VGA screen, four speakers, a 4-speed gearshift, illuminated buttons, and digital metal pedals. The Mini Daytona Arcade Cabinet build took nearly … [Read more...] about DIY: Mini Daytona Arcade Cabinet (Video)
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DIY: Electric Mountian Bike
We've featured a number of different concept and production electric bikes here on Geeky Gadgets, but this electric DIY mod by Jennifer Holt is fantastic. Using a 48v motor powered by a homemade battery pack made up of 144 x 3.3v lithium-ion cells, Jennifer has created a truly remarkable electric … [Read more...] about DIY: Electric Mountian Bike
Power Laces – The Self Tying Shoe Lace
Blake Bevin decided to create a pair of shoes where the shoelaces would tie themselves at the press of a button, just like in Back to the Future II, and came up with this fun invention. The Self Tying Shoe Lace uses an Arduino microcontroller and a pair of Nike sneakers, and Blake describes them as … [Read more...] about Power Laces – The Self Tying Shoe Lace
Mongoose Studio Use 12 iPods To Creat Giant Movie Screen
The guys over at Mongoose Studio have been working on a fascinating project to display video on multiple iPods, with the movie split up between 12 individual iPod screens to create a much larger screen. This innovative approach to utilizing older technology showcases the creative potential of … [Read more...] about Mongoose Studio Use 12 iPods To Creat Giant Movie Screen
Giving Tree iPad Decal
If you're a fan of Shel Silverstein and his children's books, then this Giving Tree iPad decal is perfect for you. The decal cleverly plays on the covers of the beloved book "The Giving Tree" and incorporates the Apple logo as a fruit falling to earth from a tree. This design not only pays homage to … [Read more...] about Giving Tree iPad Decal
Futurama World Built From Lego
We featured a number of Lego sculptures here on Geeky Gadgets, but this has to be one of the best we've seen. Constructed by Matt De Lanoy, this Futurama Lego world is a huge 5 x 7 ft in size and took over two years to complete. The Futurama world started small and has developed over the years … [Read more...] about Futurama World Built From Lego
iPhone 3G Hack Runs Android 2.2
If you're an Apple iPhone 3G owner and are a little more than upset with some of the features in the new iOS4 release not working as they should, there is an alternative. Android 2.2 FroYo, Google's latest version, has now been successfully installed onto an older iPhone 3G. This breakthrough … [Read more...] about iPhone 3G Hack Runs Android 2.2
Nokia N900 Hacked With FroYo Android
If you're a little disappointed with Nokia using the Linux-based Maemo software but yearn for the Nokia N900 handset, you will be pleased to know that Android 2.2, codename: FroYo, can be loaded onto the Nokia N900 handset with very few problems. Watch the video after the jump for more … [Read more...] about Nokia N900 Hacked With FroYo Android
Nexus One Slot Car Foot Pedal Controller Hack
Fancy converting your Nexus One mobile into a slot car controller? Well, mobile hacker Grant Skinner has done just that with his Nexus One mobile phone. This innovative hack transforms a standard smartphone into a sophisticated slot car controller, showcasing the versatility and potential of mobile … [Read more...] about Nexus One Slot Car Foot Pedal Controller Hack
Canon SuperMacro Lens Hack Beautifully Documented On Video
Even if you're not thinking of modifying your current Canon lens to create a macro, the video by Lozzless is mesmerizing. His video of creating a super macro lens from a Canon 18-55 mm zoom kit has to be watched if only for pure enjoyment. If you are thinking of doing this, the video itself … [Read more...] about Canon SuperMacro Lens Hack Beautifully Documented On Video
HTC EVO 4G Gets Overclocked, Runs 30 Percent Faster
One of the guys over at the XDA developers forum decided it would be a good idea to overclock his HTC Evo 4G, the result is an EVO 4G that runs 30 percent faster than the standard model. Michael Huang managed to overclock the HTC Evo 4G's processor from 1GHz to 1.27GHz, which works out about 30 … [Read more...] about HTC EVO 4G Gets Overclocked, Runs 30 Percent Faster
Robotic Monster Chess Set Made From Lego
We love anything made from Lego here at Geeky Gadgets, especially if it features some moving parts. What could be cooler than this Robotic Monster Chess Set? The Robotic Monster Chess Set is made from a total of 100,000 pieces of Lego. It measures a massive 12 feet, took four years to make, and … [Read more...] about Robotic Monster Chess Set Made From Lego
