There are probably as many set-top boxes in the markets as there are TV brands, but you have to admit, they get better with each release. Sony's new Netbox enables streaming of internet services like YouTube, Netflix, and more to your LCD TV, making it a versatile addition to your home entertainment … [Read more...] about Netflix Plus Set-top Box Equals Sony’s Netbox
UK Town Builds Cute $290,000 Bridges For Rodents
A total of three wire bridges were erected along a new road in South Wales for the local rodent population. The decision was made by the leaders of Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council to protect the dormouse from vehicle traffic once a new bypass is completed. … [Read more...] about UK Town Builds Cute $290,000 Bridges For Rodents
90 Year Old Sci-Fi Author Ray Bradbury Spits Venom At E-readers
Ray Bradbury may have envisioned future worlds throughout his prolific writing career, from tattooed men to Martian women to the golden apples of the sun, but he’s not very comfortable with e-readers apparently. … [Read more...] about 90 Year Old Sci-Fi Author Ray Bradbury Spits Venom At E-readers
Mophie Now In The Card Swiping Business
Mophie, best known for their juice-carrying iPhone cases, is partnering with Intuit to bring card solution capabilities to anyone with an iPhone. Appropriately dubbed the Complete Card Solution for iPhone, the $179 unit includes a card-swiping phone case and Intuit's GoPayment app. All you need … [Read more...] about Mophie Now In The Card Swiping Business
Logitech Speaker System Z623 Unveiled Complete with THX Cert
Logitech has been offering speakers and all manner of other computer gear for a long time. The company today has announced its latest 2.1 speaker system for computer users called the Logitech Speaker System Z623. The Z623 is THX Certified, meaning that it has had more than 400 tests performed to … [Read more...] about Logitech Speaker System Z623 Unveiled Complete with THX Cert
Apple Magic Trackpad gets ColorWare Love
Last month, ColorWare started to offer more colorful versions of the Mac mini desktop computer. This move was well-received by users who appreciate a touch of personalization in their tech gadgets. If you have a hankering to get a Magic Trackpad to go with your new colorful Mini, ColorWare will now … [Read more...] about Apple Magic Trackpad gets ColorWare Love
Geek Hacks View-Master with LCD Screens and 3D
I bet there isn’t anyone out there who hasn't seen and used a View-Master before. I remember how cool it was when I was a kid when the 3D View-Master came out. A geek has hacked up a View-Master DIY style with some modern LCD innards. The guy took the toy and opened it up to insert a couple LCDs … [Read more...] about Geek Hacks View-Master with LCD Screens and 3D
USB AC Outlet Concept is Welcome at My House
If the fire marshal was tasked with doing spot checks on geeks at home to be sure they weren't overusing their outlets, he would have a heart attack at my house. Every one of my outlets in the office is in use either powering a computer or other gadget or charging a USB device. Several outlets have … [Read more...] about USB AC Outlet Concept is Welcome at My House
SmartFish Offers ErgoMotion Mouse to go with its Keyboard
Back in January, a company called SmartFish unveiled a new ergonomic keyboard called the Ergokeyboard. The Ergokeyboard features a split key layout, a common design in ergonomic keyboards aimed at reducing strain on the user's hands and wrists. Today, the company has expanded its ergonomic product … [Read more...] about SmartFish Offers ErgoMotion Mouse to go with its Keyboard
Pinball Magic Brings Iconic Arcade Game To The iPhone Age
The funny thing with the pinball machine is it has enjoyed more longevity than most game consoles. In fact, the iconic arcade staple has been shrunken down to accommodate an iPhone as part of New Potato’s attempt at revitalizing the art form. Officially dubbed Pinball Magic, this cheeky bit of … [Read more...] about Pinball Magic Brings Iconic Arcade Game To The iPhone Age
Chinese Man Builds Earthquake-Proof Bed
Is it just us, or do some of the best designs that reach this site come from everyday people? There’s not much of a backgrounder available on Wang Wenxi, the elderly Chinese inventor who patented this earthquake-proof bed. While the accompanying photo indicates a rather solid-looking sleeping … [Read more...] about Chinese Man Builds Earthquake-Proof Bed
Swiftpoint’s New Mouse Leaves Your Touchpad Redundant
The people at New Zealand tech company Swiftpoint have been awfully busy as of late developing the bane of laptop/notebook touchpads everywhere: a minuscule new mouse you can grasp with three fingers or less. Oh, and it’s also called Swiftpoint. What the Swiftpoint has over your average touchpad, … [Read more...] about Swiftpoint’s New Mouse Leaves Your Touchpad Redundant
