Not just nerds really, but a whole panel of knowledgeable types like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Laurence Kross, and Bill Nye. Oh yeah, and Pamela Gay too. They all got together to discuss in vast detail the past and future state of mankind's forays into space as well as ongoing conundrums regarding … [Read more...] about Woah! A Bunch Of Nerds Talk About Conquering Outer Space (Video)
Mess With An iPad 2 Using Crayola Trace And Draw
If you don't mind your kids getting their hands on an iPad 2, then consider this latest offering from Crayola. It's a hefty case that allows the younglings to mess around with their artistic potential on a tablet. The Trace and Draw is also a serious iPad accessory that lets the holder interact with … [Read more...] about Mess With An iPad 2 Using Crayola Trace And Draw
Hammer Time! 90s Rapper To Launch Google Competitor (Video)
Uh-oh. Mentioning that it's a 'competitor' in the title of this post may have jinxed WireDoo. WireDoo? It's MC Hammer's search engine. Well, not exactly his, but him and a select team spent the better part of two years creating a search engine that differs. Now it's at pre-beta and on the verge of a … [Read more...] about Hammer Time! 90s Rapper To Launch Google Competitor (Video)
Strawberry Picking Soon To Be Outsourced To Robots
With unemployment at record levels, it's great to hear menial jobs are now destined for robots. Cheeky statements aside, there's absolutely no photo evidence available of these so-called strawberry pickers. So in absence of such material, let a stand in suffice for now. … [Read more...] about Strawberry Picking Soon To Be Outsourced To Robots
DIY Tazer Gloves Pack A Serious Punch (Video)
Yes, that's a box of Altoids. Rather, boxes of Altoids. Apparently, if left to his own devices, Jair2k4 is fully capable of surviving the post-apocalypse. Check out the incredible home-made Tazer gloves he assembled after a conversation about superhero powers. Now if he only built himself a laser … [Read more...] about DIY Tazer Gloves Pack A Serious Punch (Video)
Black Luk Coffee Maker Hangs On A Wall
So, right, it hangs on a wall. That, and it's really innovative. Then again, that's what all concepts aspire for. Anyway, the strangely named Black Luk is a wall-mounted coffee maker with an embedded cup. See the picture below to discern its use. Come morning or whatever time the coffee drinker … [Read more...] about Black Luk Coffee Maker Hangs On A Wall
FoamBoat Multiplies Itself With Sentient Foam (Videos)
Ah, robotics. If it were only sexier. That's pretty much the biggest hurdle of this exciting industry. You might think otherwise, however, and claim that a fully functional AI is the big challenge facing primitive robot kind at its current state. Fine, that's valid too. But really, a good dose of … [Read more...] about FoamBoat Multiplies Itself With Sentient Foam (Videos)
Energy From Footsteps? Totally Possible With Pavegen (Video)
Simply put, you step on a Pavegen tile and it powers a small lithium battery. The energy stored can then be distributed to nearby city-owned infrastructure like street lamps or traffic lights. At least that's the setup Pavegen is aiming to transform. This might be in a sidewalk near you sooner than … [Read more...] about Energy From Footsteps? Totally Possible With Pavegen (Video)
Independent Study Finally Declares Global Warming Real
When it comes to global warming, the only people to blame for turning it into a tired and excessively muddied issue is ourselves. Yes, this is a powerful and provocative stance. But really, look at how it has become almost irrelevant in public discourse thanks to so many conflicting facts, falling … [Read more...] about Independent Study Finally Declares Global Warming Real
Star Trek Bathrobes Lets You Relax Enterprise Style
Feeling Captain Kirk-like lately? Forget the pressed vacuum-sealed uniform in your closet (yes, we know you have one) and go for this new bathrobe instead. There are three of them to choose from, in fact. Red, blue, and gold for each unit in the USS Enterprise. There's also a shortened 'skirt' … [Read more...] about Star Trek Bathrobes Lets You Relax Enterprise Style
XtremeMac Unveils InCharge Sync for Everything Apple
XtremeMac has unveiled another new charging stand for just about anything Apple. If the Apple product has the charge and sync port on the bottom like the iPad and iPhone, this stand will charge it. It works with the iPod touch, iPhone 4, 4S, iPad, and more. Versatile Charging Solution The device … [Read more...] about XtremeMac Unveils InCharge Sync for Everything Apple
Cinq USB Display for Laptops Ships
The thing I hate about using a laptop is that the screen space offered is too small even on the largest notebooks for my taste. If you feel the same way, what you need is a second LCD to hook to your notebook. The Cinq is just that, a small second screen. Features and Specifications The Cinq is … [Read more...] about Cinq USB Display for Laptops Ships
