Internet IDs: Yea or Nay?

Internet IDs are a hot topic recently, particularly in light of LulzSec’s aggressive (but abbreviated) campaign against , like, everyone ever. Proponents argue that a system of “trusted credentials”–as they’re ambiguously called now because the technology is still mostly in development–would allow for safer, more secure online transactions. The opposition says that these efforts are […]

Star Wars Costuming Photoshoot is Full of Win [Pics]

The Dutch Garrison of  501st Legion (the Star Wars costuming company) did a photoshoot recently and shared their pictures with us. You can see just how awesome their costumes really are in this vaguely-Tatooine setting. Awesome job, Dutch Garrison and 501st! You can find the Dutch Garrison on Facebook right here. Thanks, Puck! If you […]

Nyan Cat Returns

Following Friday’s “it wasn’t me” takedown of Nyan Cat videos–presumably by Pop-Tart Cat’s creator, prguitarman, though he claims otherwise: According to prguitarman, he was working with YouTube to have everyone’s favorite/most reviled 8-bit Pop Tart-bodied cat back in action. And apparently he was serious, because now it’s all there and waiting for millions of views […]

DIY Portal Test Chamber

Does your workspace lack the hazard warnings it so desperately needs? That’s OK! These officially licensed Portal Test Chamber stickers can alert you and guests to the dangers commonly found in geeky work areas, like falling cubes or unexpected holes to unknown places. They say it comes with cake, but I bet it’s a lie. Product Specifications Sticker […]