R2-D2 Headphones [Pic]
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Monthly Archives: December 2010
The Sounds of Star Wars
Any Star Wars fan can mimic Darth Vader’s voice or Chewbacca’s roar with ease. But how many of them would be able to identify the lion’s roar used in the sound of the Millenium Falcon’s engine? In this aurally astonishing and visually engaging book, New York Times best-selling author J. W. Rinzler reveals the illuminating [...]
Most “broadband” connections are no such thing
According to the Federal Communications Commission, the majority of American “broadband” users are not actually receiving broadband speed. That’s because the FCC currently defines broadband as requiring a download speed of at least 4Mbps and an upload speed of 1Mbps. In total, 68 percent of broadband connections in the US fall short of this speed. [...]
Lord Vader and C-3PO Firefighter Helmets
Those two firefighter helmets were worn by German and French firefighters during the mid-19th century and up until World War I. They look a bit familiar, don’t they? [Via]
Amazon Deal of the Day: 60% Off 24: The Complete Series – $139.99, Shipped
For today’s edition of Deal of the Day, Amazon has all 8 seasons of 24 for just $139.99. That’s 60% Off the box set’s regular retail price of $349.98. For eight seasons, Jack Bauer took on the bad guys and won–and he didn’t even get a bathroom break. Now is your chance to own the [...]
Would you like some tea, Edward? [Cartoon]
[Via 9gag]
OMG: AZO Stunts and Tricks Showreel 2010
We’ve already featured this guy on [GaS] last year, and once again, he has released a showreel of some of the coolest stunts and tricks he’s done this year. Check it out. [Via TWD]
How to Become Super Vol. II [Pic]
You’ve seen the first version, now here’s the second: Can you name them all? [Via Threadless]
The Internet Really is for Everyone! [Video]
Well, that was kind of awkward…
Every Zombie Death in “The Walking Dead” [Video]
[Via Nerdcore]
The Most Epic Lightsaber Duel Ever [Video]
This super awesome mashup of Star Wars and The Princess Bride is called the Chatty Duelists and was created by VFXFreak to learn a special effect program… but it ended up as one of the most epic lightsaber battle I’ve ever seen. Check it out: Please note that those outside the U.S. might not be [...]
Galactica Cylon Theme on Eigenharp [Video]
The Eigenharp is a modern electronic instrument that looks like the offspring of a sitar that had an affair with a Gravitron carnival ride. It can be used to layer several effects, drum rhythms and instruments at the same time, and in my opinion is the geekiest of all instruments. How do we take that [...]
