Neil Fraser is the kind of geek who's lovable and totally insane at the same time. For Halloween this year, he had a crazy idea involving Google Street View. What he did was build himself a Street View helmet using papier-mâché and an aluminum shell. The result is quite startling. What he … [Read more...] about Eccentric DIYer Builds Google Street View Helmet
Detailed Star Wars Erasers Attract The Faithful
Ha! This fancy eraser set even comes packaged inside a lightsaber. The Gomu Star Wars Eraserland is a Lucasfilm licensed eraser set whose eight different pieces are shaped after some very popular Star Wars icons, including Darth Vader himself and an X-Wing. The really incredible part is the detail … [Read more...] about Detailed Star Wars Erasers Attract The Faithful
Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
In a time when joblessness is a bare fact of everyday life, it's heartening to learn about Ben Wyse's business. Having read his story, it's no exaggeration to call him a true American hero for the simple fact that he pursues an independent livelihood. As the mainman literally driving Wyse Cycles, … [Read more...] about Bicycle Mechanic Goes Around With His DIY Mobile Shop (Video)
PhD Student Builds Game Changing Robot Eye Surgery Tool
His name is Thijs Meenink and he now has a bright future ahead of him. This is because of the innovation he has brought to eye surgery with his yet unbranded robot. The reason why this constitutes a game changer is the precision it allows eye surgeons to operate in. If you're wondering how it … [Read more...] about PhD Student Builds Game Changing Robot Eye Surgery Tool
Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Arduino is pretty ubiquitous these days. In fact, that's an understatement. Arduino boards are at the heart of a revolution in electronics. But ever wondered about the people behind it? In a feat of exceptional journalism, David Kushner blows the lid on this incredible company and its origins. The … [Read more...] about Essential Reading: Incredible Arduino Origin Story Surfaces
Modern Warfare 3 Disc Stolen From Warehouse, Triggering Piracy Craze
Ah, humans and their foibles. Rather than wait for the official release, news has emerged that a warehouse/secure location housing Modern Warfare 3 discs was burglarized, resulting in a pirated MW3 that's been going the rounds. Activision has sprung into action to avert the crisis, even going so far … [Read more...] about Modern Warfare 3 Disc Stolen From Warehouse, Triggering Piracy Craze
YouTube Going To War Against Cable
By partnering with so many different media companies, YouTube aims to create a flood of original content that could potentially leave traditional cable television in ruins. The incredibly long list of participants in YouTube's drive to supplant people's viewing habits includes entire channels, … [Read more...] about YouTube Going To War Against Cable
AZiO Levetron Mech4 Gaming Keyboard Is For Total Digital Warfare
As the year draws to an explosive close, two games will basically be responsible for the joyous fireworks. These are Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3, both of which will undoubtedly grab every tech blog's headlines as they ensnare gamers all across the globe. Since warfare is still the most … [Read more...] about AZiO Levetron Mech4 Gaming Keyboard Is For Total Digital Warfare
Microsoft Envisions The Office Of Tomorrow With 2019 Short
Curiously enough, there doesn't seem to be any Apple products around at the time depicted in this new video clip from Microsoft. It's quite heartening though, like being reassured that all is going to end well despite the economic doldrums and we won't end up living in Blade Runner before the decade … [Read more...] about Microsoft Envisions The Office Of Tomorrow With 2019 Short
Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
As the old saying goes, no matter how good you drive there's always a few idiots out there who'll ruin your day. Also, no matter how good a driver you are, you shouldn't put a cup of boiling hot takeout coffee between your legs. Never! With the advice dispensed for the benefit of the willing, let … [Read more...] about Well Played, Sir: Frustrated Motorist Pimps His Car With LED Signal Lights
Ess Lack Edible Spray Paint Colors Your Food Yummy
Ever wanted to give your food a magical sheen for whatever reason appeals to you? Aspire no more because a German company has just outed a new line of spray paint that, well, paints your food your way. Be it silver, gold, metallic red, or chrome blue, the Ess Lack line delivers an unbelievable sheen … [Read more...] about Ess Lack Edible Spray Paint Colors Your Food Yummy
Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
That's about it, really. Imagine a plain wooden desk with an extended arm fitted with a camera. The camera takes pictures of whatever you're doing at the desk and there—a photographic archive of your, uh, desk time. If this strikes you as odd, why, then don't be stricken by oddness. Let us … [Read more...] about Wooden Memory Table Comes With A Camera (Video)
