A project on Kickstarter hopes to make a virtual reality headset that contains a built-in computer. The idea is to make it completely self-contained and require no technical knowledge to use. AuraVisorworks on a similar basis to Android device-powered headsets. The difference is that you don’t need to either stick a phone inside or connect […]
A smartphone with (kinda) limitless storage is now on sale to the public. Its main feature is a smart idea, but probably not worth paying a premium for. The Robin handset from Nextbit was funded on Kickstarter with over a million dollars of pledges. It was originally sold to pledgers for $299. It’s now on […]
From Thinkgeek: These Star Trek TNG Uniform Messenger Bags feature the red, blue, and gold division colors of ST:TNG along with a metal combadge affixed to the exterior. The interior features a sweet ST:TNG-themed lining and padding all around. Underneath the flap, which secures with magnets and a strap, the top closes with a zipper […]
First there was the Death Star USB wall charger, and now this R2-D2 version. Now how awesome is that? Measuring 3 1/2″ tall by 2″ wide and extending 1 1/4″ from the wall, R2 plugs into a grounded outlet and provides you 2 USB ports – one 2.1A and one 1.0A. Plus, he lights up […]
From Thinkgeek: To clarify: this is NOT the Stark Industries pneumatic cooler Tony Stark demos in Iron Man that he says he’ll be throwing in with every purchase of $500 million or more. Although if you’re going to give us $500 million, we’ll get GeekLabs right on that. This is that fridge’s little brother. With […]
Use the power of static electricity to Force Push and Force Pull one of the 8 included mylar force deflectors! I’ve had one of those similar portable Van de Graaff generators in the past, and my kids and I have spent A LOT of time playing with it. It’s a super fun toy and a […]
Bring the power of the dark side into your home with Thinkgeek’s Death Star USB wall charger! There’s an easier and safer way to tap into the power of the Dark Side with this Star Wars Death Star USB Wall Charger. Measuring 2 3/4″ across and extending 1 3/4″ from the wall, it plugs into […]
This ad is not a joke. Found on Imgur earlier today, I did some digging, and sure enough, this thing was very close to actually existing. Although we may laugh at the prospect now, imagine all the nerdy and or tasteless sweaters we could have made for ourselves and friends. I almost wish this DID […]
A Japanese company is producing console-style miniature game cartridges that plug in to an iPhone. It seems to be aimed largely at nostalgia fans as there’s virtually no practical benefit in the system. Beatrobo has recently demonstrated a proof of concept of the Pico Cassette, a tiny cartridge that plugs into the headphone socket. Unlike […]
How to make a DIY 10th Doctor Sonic Screwdriver at home for $25, and if you’re not interesting, you could just buy the thing for $21. [AWE me]