Now this is freaking cool. Take one of those generic tins for breath mints and instead of putting in stuff that will make your mouth frosty, insert electronic parts. This is the Minty Geek, a small container being marketed by a startup for the DIY-inclined. It's like a miniature tool box for instant … [Read more...] about Do Not Eat: The Minty Geek Kit
DARPA Picks Its Commander Shepard For Impossible Mission
In case you missed it, that's a Mass Effect reference/plug right there in the title. The folks at Bioware should be mighty proud if they read it. Anyway, favorite video game-fanboyism aside, DARPA has indeed selected a former female astronaut to be the head of its 100 Year Starship initiative. The … [Read more...] about DARPA Picks Its Commander Shepard For Impossible Mission
Got Spare Cash? Jamesburg Earth Station Goes On Sale
Jamesburg Earth Station for Sale Ask a Stupid Question? Really, Who's Got Money These Days? Not just some money, but a whopping $2.9 million for this unused science facility in California. It's not an ion cannon for orbital strikes and it can't transport you to another … [Read more...] about Got Spare Cash? Jamesburg Earth Station Goes On Sale
Skyrim Finally Gets Monopoly Treatment
Because adapting video games into Monopoly hasn't lost any steam, last year's biggest fantasy outing has received much love from deviantArt user ~oddeh. The end result is a 20x20 Monopoly game that is ready for printing. An overwhelming reception has compelled dear ~oddeh to produce accompanying … [Read more...] about Skyrim Finally Gets Monopoly Treatment
Motorola Starts Pre-Orders For Wi-Fi Xyboard
Itching to get your hands on Motorola’s Xyboard? The Wi-Fi-only version is now available for pre-orders for those in the US. An 8.2 inch model costs $400 and $500 for the 16GB and 32GB versions, respectively. The 10.1 version will set you back $500 and $600 for the 16GB and 32GB versions. The … [Read more...] about Motorola Starts Pre-Orders For Wi-Fi Xyboard
Always Innovating HDMI Dongle Transforms Your Regular TV
Media box sets seem to be getting smaller by the day and Always Innovating has taken this to heart, coming up with the so-called HDMI Dongle. Transform Your HDTV into a Smart TV What exactly does the tiny device do? Basically, it turns your regular HDTV into an Internet-connected screen, … [Read more...] about Always Innovating HDMI Dongle Transforms Your Regular TV
OLPC Showcases XO-3
One Laptop per Child’s (OLPC) XO-3 has been unveiled, and it is wrapped in silicone. The 8-inch XO-3 has a Marvell ARMADA PXA618 processor and 500MB of RAM. The silicone in front can be easily peeled off to reveal the screen that has a 1024x768 Pixel Qi. It guarantees visibility both indoor and … [Read more...] about OLPC Showcases XO-3
SolarKindle Adds Cover, Extends Reading Time
Kindle users who want to keep their usage last for months before looking for a power outlet have found the ultimate solution: SolarKindle. SolarKindle is the world’s first solar-powered e-book reader cover. The cover has a solar panel built into it and has a dual charging reserve battery to keep … [Read more...] about SolarKindle Adds Cover, Extends Reading Time
Victorinox Adds LCD To Its Flash Drives
Victorinox, known for its sleek pocketknives, is adding a new set of features that may prove to be useful for those always on the go. Aside from your standard issue scissor and knife, Victorinox is adding a flash drive with built-in LCD. The 1TB USB/eSATA II flash drive fits right into a slot … [Read more...] about Victorinox Adds LCD To Its Flash Drives
So Bad Its Good: Bacon Soda Sells In Package Of Six
For some reason, this reminded the writer of the Queen album 'Sheer Heart Attack' from way back when. Though the gist of this post is humorous, Bacon Soda is no spoof—it's as real as cardiac arrest. Promoted as 'a mad marriage between soda and bacon,' Bacon Soda is currently available in an … [Read more...] about So Bad Its Good: Bacon Soda Sells In Package Of Six
South Korean School Showcases Its Robots (Video)
Fine, so South Korea may be second fiddle to Japan's overall devotion to mecha-kind. That doesn't mean South Korean conglomerates, universities, and technology startups don't make great strides on their own. For the past several years now, a tech university has hosted a robotics festival to showcase … [Read more...] about South Korean School Showcases Its Robots (Video)
US Army Trademarked Gaming Guns And Gear Now On Sale
2011 has been the biggest year ever for shooters. No wonder a new line of gaming guns and gear have recently popped up for Xbox and PS3 enthusiasts. The difference this time around is the stuff is US Army trademarked, which is probably a not-so-subtle way of endorsing the perpetual good guys in the … [Read more...] about US Army Trademarked Gaming Guns And Gear Now On Sale
