April | 2012 | The Red Ferret Journal

Eco Friendly April 30, 2012 posted by Nigel

Tempronics Cooler Heater Chair keeps you comfortable when your office isn’t

We can’t always pick the place where we work, sometimes we have to put up with stuff. Like dark dungeons with no light, open plan with no privacy or a desk right next to the restroom if we’ve annoyed someone on the top floor. We’re even more subject to the environment, depending on how good or bad our building’s air-conditioning system is.

Bookmark This! April 30, 2012 posted by Nigel

Idroo combines Skype calls with free online collaboration [Daily Freeware]

We’re all learning more every day about how to collaborate online. From file sharing tools like Dropbox to full blown collaboration software like Google Docs, we’re becoming a sharing, caring networked world. The point is, that’s what networks are for, and the Internet is after all just one giant collection of computers, right?

Bizarre April 30, 2012 posted by Nigel

Psst…wanna get some dirt on NASA?…well too bad Mr Terrorist

Ever wondered what tool NASA used to wash the astronaut’s undies after a long stretch in space? Well surely it wasn’t this pair of scruffy looking washing machines, or was it? There’s only one way to find out, and that’s to bid on them, because these two magnificent NASA washers are up for auction for the next four days, with a starting bid of $25.00.

Gadgets April 30, 2012 posted by caitlyn

USB Power Strip is here to save the day!

It has happened once again. You and a bunch of your friends have gone on a trip together to �get away from it all� and have found that you are stuck with only one laptop that doesn’t have enough USB ports. It almost seems funny how dependent we are on our smartphones, tablets, and MP3 players, but you can watch a fun trip turn ugly if geeks don’t have their gear charged. We are capable of going without for an…

Recommended April 30, 2012 posted by caitlyn

WeBike helps you charge your devices by exercising in the workplace

There aren’t near as many jobs that require us to work in the great outdoors anymore. Sadly, many of us are stuck behind desks and monitors, far from the sunshine and physical activity that our bodies ache for. Living such a sedentary lifestyle is not good for our health, and the WeBike is here to change all that.

Fun & Games April 30, 2012 posted by caitlyn

Pet Peek gives your pup a window to the world

Dogs are rather curious creatures by nature. They love to stick their heads out of car windows, (mainly to wag their tongues in the wind) so they can see the world around them without the confines of the car, and poke their noses into all sorts of mischief just to see what’s going on. Being fenced into the backyard is then likely some sort of torture for our canine friends.

reprise April 29, 2012 posted by Red

Ferret posts this week

Here’s a quick round-up of Red Ferret posts from the past week for those who missed them. Enjoy. TeleTweet App lets you use Morse code to tweet – We have seen many crazy inventions… Vacuum Brewer turns your morning upside down – French press coffee is definitely… USB 3.0 Quadruple SATA HDD Dock says you can never have too many external drives – If you’re like me, you’ve got a… Tomahawk is a superb free open source music player which…

cool tech April 28, 2012 posted by Nigel

Solar Focus Cover for Kindle 4 offers an eco friendly way to keep reading

There’s no question that eBook readers are here to stay. The mighty Amazon alone is selling around 5 million of them a year, and they’ve publicly stated that ebooks are now the biggest selling book format jumping off their virtual shelves. It’s not hard to see why. The convenience of carrying around a literal library of titles wherever you travel is really compelling, and despite what purists may say, reading on a screen can be every bit as enjoyable as paper.

Gadgets April 27, 2012 posted by caitlyn

Cardo Scala Rider G9 is the perfect Bluetooth headset for motorcyclists

If you and your friends own motorcycles and like to ride out together on occasion, you know that communication is a problem. You can’t really take a call with a helmet on, and yelling at each other over the sounds of your engines can be a little rough on your vocal chords. Obviously the best way to solve this issue is by placing a communication device within your helmet, and the Cardo Scala Rider G9 is here to do just…

Bookmark This! April 27, 2012 posted by Nigel

HomeZada is a powerful free way to manage your home and contents

No matter where you live, whether it’s a small apartment or a luxuriously appointed McMansion, you’re going to be faced with dealing with stuff. Y’know, the kind of things that you forget about until it’s too late. Maintenance schedules, repair manuals, an inventory of your gadgets for insurance purposes, even product receipts to keep track of warranties. It’s all a necessary part of life, but up till now this sort of stuff has been really hard to manage unless you’re some…

Gadgets April 27, 2012 posted by Nigel

Nose Up Lifting Beauty Clip saves you thousands on cosmetic surgery…or not

It’s a dog eat dog world out there, and if you’re not prepared to go the distance, you’ll be left behind. Make no mistake, there are people who won’t give you the time of day unless your facial attributes are all tickety-boo, which means the next job interview you attend could be your downfall. Ready to fight back? Good, because we’ve got something you need. Oh yes.

Awesome April 27, 2012 posted by Nigel

The Scale Of The Universe – Updated

The Scale Of The Universe animated graphic has been updated, and it’s even more mind-blowing than before. This version has more color, more depth, more scary realisations that a transistor gate is smaller than a red blood cell. Freaky. If you’re at all interested in the world you live in, and how it shapes up size-wise, then don’t miss this. It even comes with some nice music to smooth the shocks.

Gadgets April 27, 2012 posted by Nigel

Personalised London Street Sign gives your room total street cred

Fancy a bit of London town, but don’t want to pay the earth for it? Or just reluctant to steal the street furniture on your next visit? Well now you have an alternative which won’t break the bank. This Personalised London Street Sign is a cheaper version of the product we featured a while ago, which nevertheless still looks authentic up on the wall.

Gadgets April 27, 2012 posted by caitlyn

HMDX Quad Alarm Clock will safeguard your room at night

Some of us have a bit of paranoia regarding burglars coming into the house at night. The thought of someone creeping into your room while you’re fast asleep is quite unsettling, and the only way to know if it’s happening or not is by filming your room at night. The only problem with that, is that most people nowadays know that a little red dot of light means that there is a recording device in their midst.

Fun & Games April 27, 2012 posted by caitlyn

Swiveling Portable Chair makes you feel right at home

It’s not a bad thing to be used to comfort. We wear comfy clothes, sleep in plush beds, and sit in giant squishy office chairs, and it is exactly how we want things to be. The only problem is that when we go outside of our luxurious home, we are stuck dealing with fold out chairs and benches. It can be a little difficult to enjoy nature if you have to keep shifting around all the time.