A lot of pillows have been getting the spotlight treatment here at Geeky Gadgets lately. Whether it's ostrich bean bags for privacy or absurd inflatable neck ties, it seems our hyper-digital age is creating a huge demand for sleeping accoutrements. This latest should warm the hearts of passionate … [Read more...] about D20 Dice Pillow Is For The D&D Passionate
Senior Citizen Builds Working Airship Model, Becomes Famous
The usefulness of airships and blimps really needs to be rediscovered. Sad to say, the inter-war flying behemoths were plagued by bad press and catastrophic accidents that doomed them to obsolescence. Several generations since, the only remaining impression of airships likely stems from a scene in … [Read more...] about Senior Citizen Builds Working Airship Model, Becomes Famous
The Internet Of Things Is Coming Sooner Than You Think
So soon, in fact, that a team of Norwegian scientists are hard at work on a common platform called ISIS. What ISIS does is allow users to create and harmonize apps for all their connected items. This useful feature's value is in keeping the multiplicity of things organized. That's what lies at the … [Read more...] about The Internet Of Things Is Coming Sooner Than You Think
Ridiculous Star Wars Hoodies Selling At Bargain Prices
When donning Stormtrooper armor is not an option, a hoodie is your best bet. Lucky for the Star Wars faithful then that a new line of upper body wear is now available online at bargain prices. Seen below are the three known variants, namely Stormtrooper, Darth Vader, and Boba Fett. They might be … [Read more...] about Ridiculous Star Wars Hoodies Selling At Bargain Prices
SpongeBob Is Real!
And he doesn't wear pants! (Ahem.) Neither does 'it' live in the sea. But scientists were so fascinated by its shape and spongy appearance they named it Spongiforma squarepantsii after the insanely popular cartoon character. This new member of the Spongiforma genus was discovered last year in the … [Read more...] about SpongeBob Is Real!
Royal Dutch Mint Releases Coins With QR Codes
QR Codes are becoming more and more popular, and have started to pop up everywhere. Now, the Royal Dutch Mint has released some new coins with QR codes built in, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Mint in Utrecht. The mint will be releasing a limited run of these coins in both gold, which … [Read more...] about Royal Dutch Mint Releases Coins With QR Codes
Ex-Infinity Ward Heads vs Activision Trial Going Nuclear
Which just means there's actually going to be a trial instead of those wimpy settlements big industry scuffles are usually resolved with. You may remember Jason West and Vince Zampella for heading up Infinity Ward during the development of the incredible Call Of Duty 4 Modern Warfare and the … [Read more...] about Ex-Infinity Ward Heads vs Activision Trial Going Nuclear
PS4 Not Coming “For Some Time”, Says Sony
Despite letting slip a few details to the contrary in a recent investor meeting, which were, to be fair, later brushed aside as referring to the PlayStation Vita, Sony says its new home console is still a long way coming. And honestly, having had a look at what the Wii U is bringing to the table, … [Read more...] about PS4 Not Coming “For Some Time”, Says Sony
Japan Outlaws Computer Viruses
We're pretty sure we're missing something here. Yes, Japan has basically outlawed computer viruses and malware, slapping authors with a potential fine of $6200, which is still better than the alternative three-year sentence. We haven't missed that part. But this does give rise to a few questions. … [Read more...] about Japan Outlaws Computer Viruses
Sony Xperia Duo Picture Doing The Rounds?
Sony Ericsson's crusade against the ubiquitous screen bezel seems to be going swimmingly, if that really is its new and supposedly first of its dual-core kind for the company, the Sony Xperia Duo. We can't really tell from the picture, although the UI design certainly seems familiar. Although, the … [Read more...] about Sony Xperia Duo Picture Doing The Rounds?
Vizio Tablet to Hit Walmart in 6-weeks?
There are a bunch of tablets on the market today and most of them run Android. I have long said what we need on the Android tablet market isn't necessarily a tablet with more performance, but a nicely featured Android tablet at a good price. The Vizio 8-inch tablet may be just that machine. The … [Read more...] about Vizio Tablet to Hit Walmart in 6-weeks?
Fujitsu and Folli Follie Team for Weird Perfume Smelling Mobile Phone in China
Some weird things come out of Asia in the gadget world. I always think of the odd microscopes I have seen for checking the inside of your ears and such along with all the bizarre USB gear from masks to aromatherapy pots. One of the strangest devices to surface recently comes from Fujitsu and Folli … [Read more...] about Fujitsu and Folli Follie Team for Weird Perfume Smelling Mobile Phone in China
