Google has given up on its modular smartphone plans known as Project Ara. The news comes only a few months after it significantly scaled back plans for the devices. The original idea was that the phones would effectively be nothing more than a frame with every major component replaceable and upgradable in a process that […]
–AUKEY Tripod with Mount for DSLRs and Smartphones – $29.99 $9.99 (Use Promo Code AUTRIPOD) –Universal Smartphone Ring Grip (Also Acts as a Stand and Car Mount) – $39.99 $8.99 (78% Off) – Note: I have one and absolutely LOVE it. The product page says “for iPhone,” but this thing will work on all smartphones. […]
If you like the idea of a stylus but prefer pen and paper, Lenovo’s latest tablet could be for you. The Yoga Book captures handwritten notes and drawings even through a paper notepad, though has some big limitations. Available in both Android and Windows 10 versions, the device folds out with a screen on one […]
Build details: • One single Keurig used (K350/300 2.0 Brewer) • The only non-Keurig materials are adhesives and the 12v external power supply • Used basic tools—rotary, heat gun, common hand tools, etc. • No plans…just a general idea of how things should be constructed • Build time: 199 hours, 56 minutes, and 36 seconds […]
From Thinkgeek: Pop a top, 11th Doctor style! This sonic screwdriver has been specially calibrated to open all sorts of bottle tops, from beers to sodas to… whatever else might be in a bottle with a cap. And you’ll know it’s a real sonic screwdriver when you use it, because each time you press down […]
Today is Tim Burton’s birthday, so to celebrate the man’s 58 anniversary, Thinkgeek is having a huge sale, offering up to 60% off on over 50 curious items, including glasses, mugs, and other cool gadgets. [Thinkgeek’s Burton Birthday Sale]
One sort of person asks why you would modify a Game Boy to control a drone. Gautier Hattenberger is the other sort, who ask why not. He used a combination of a GameLink cable (originally for connecting Game Boys for multiplay), an Arduino , an FTDI chip a USB connection and a laptop with Wi-Fi.
A lightsaber is perhaps an obvious choice for geeks let loose on a 3D printer, but this Sith model literally adds layers of complexity with a cutaway design to show the weapon’s inner workings. If you’re lucky enough to have access to a 3D printer yourself, you can download the design files free of charge. [Via: […]
This Mario watch is the latest game-themed design from Romain Jerome, following on from Tetris and Pacman designs. Unfortunately it’s a limited edition run of just 85 units and is going for 2.7 million yen, or just under US$27,000. [Via: Kotaku]
An R2-D2 popcorn maker from Thinkgeek: But Artoo knows that a loyal droid’s job is never done so he even takes the time to pop you up some delicious and healthy air-popped popcorn to keep the hunger pains at bay as you settle in for a Star Wars marathon. The R2-D2 Popcorn Maker has the […]