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Free Software June 2, 2011 posted by Scott

Generate a random password on your Android phone using PicshaPass

Here’s a fun little fact for you, computers can’t actually generate a completely random number on their own. This is simply the nature of computers, which by design, are meant to be predictable in their actions. Now you may say that you’ve seen random number or password generators out there, but even these are not truly random. They rely on a set of programming that only appears random. Were you to compare its output to something that is completely random,…

heh heh! June 2, 2011 posted by Scott

ArchPort Flip Flops with Hidden Storage

When on the go, there are days where you don’t want to keep valuable items such as money or keys in your pocket for fear of it being stolen. If you have boots you can often times shove whatever it is you need to hide in there, but even then your key or money can get wedged under your foot and make walking very difficult. The ArchPort Flip Flops with Hidden Storage will let you hide your important flat items…

diy June 2, 2011 posted by Scott

Modify your laptop bag to rest on your back, rather than your side

I have a love/hate relationship with laptop bags. I enjoy the look of my over-the-shoulder messenger bag, but it’s not the most comfortable thing in the world if I have to carry it around for long periods. Alternatively, I have a nice backpack that is much more comfortable, but is bulky and doesn’t quite give off that professional look that I want. Well if you want the best of both worlds, you can actually convert your messenger-style bag into one…

hmm..interesting June 2, 2011 posted by Scott

SmartShawl protects you from harmful radiation

For those of us that spend a considerable amount of time in front of the computer, microwave, and around cell phones, we should be aware of the radiation that they put out. Though it may not be in very high doses, it’s still important to protect yourself from letting it build up and cause something serious such as cancer. The SmartShawl is designed to cover a woman’s chest and belly from potentially dangerous radiation exposure. Hopefully it will protect pregnant…

Fun & Games June 2, 2011 posted by Scott

Arcade Light Switch brings the arcade to any room

Classic arcade games seem to be slowly disappearing with all these new fangled consoles coming out all the time. Some of us never want the nostalgia surrounding those beloved games to go away, so why not decorate our homes with things that remind us of it? This light switch made from arcade buttons and come in a variety of colors. The depicted buttons are merely a sample of the plethora of colors AlephDesign’s Etsy shop has to offer. In a…

Cool Web Apps & Sites June 1, 2011 posted by Nigel

Android Tablet Digital Mic/Speaker Mouse – the all in one tablet mouse arrives

So it doesn’t look like much, but this is the world’s first Android Tablet Mouse with Speaker and Mic. Designed for doing some serious Internet phone, Skype, VoIP type calling, it sports an impressive 1000dpi accuracy, 2W speaker, a 3.5 mm audio plug, microphone and USB connection. Just plug the various cables into your Android tablet – the mic isn’t built in to the mouse body unfortunately – and boom, you’re ready to rock. $9.32/£5.67 and available in lots of different…

Bookmark This! June 1, 2011 posted by Nigel

SlickRun – magic word freeware makes Windows tasks super fast

SlickRun doesn’t have the most beautiful interface in the world, but this small freeeware program is extremely useful nonetheless. Think of it as a Launchy rival, a pop up command tool which accepts normal words to execute whatever Windows function you want. There are a couple of standout points. First is the Jot function (WinKey-J) which is a universal text clipboard. Just copy/paste into this pop up box to save text instantly for future use. Great for filling out forms…

Gadgets June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

Tokyoflash Kisai RPM Acetate Watch

I love LED lights, but most times they are so bright I can hardly stand to look at them. There have been a lot of watches coming out lately with LED lights, but they illuminate so well it can almost be hard to read sometimes. Not to mention they often look a little silly. That’s why I was glad to see the Tokyoflash Kisai RPM Acetate Watch that takes care of all of my concerns. This watch is built out…

diy June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

Turn a desk lamp into a swinging mic stand

If you do a lot of audio recording, you obviously need a good mic. Along with having the right audio input device, you need to be able to position it correctly. The easiest way to do this is with a nice swing arm stand. These allow you to place the mic exactly where you want it to be, with very little effort. The trouble is that such stands usually cost a pretty penny. However, lamps that use a similar system…

Gadgets June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

iPhone Dock Fan

All of the heat that comes with summer finally here. We don’t usually carry a box fan around with us, but we do seem to always have our phones on hand. If we could somehow get our phones to store drinks and air conditioning, then life would be just awesome. Although we can’t have everything, we can get the iPhone Dock Fan and be a little bit better off than those around us. This is designed very similarly to the…

Free Software June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

Entrustet gives your family members access to your online accounts if you pass away

Death is one of those pesky things that we don’t really want to think about. After all, we’re all going to live forever, right? Well, in the event of our demise, there are a number of things that must be attended to. While your email and social networking accounts might not seem like the most important of things to worry about. However, eventually you are going to want someone to be able to access them and take care of any…

hmm..interesting June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

Planetary Parasol is the largest watch you’ll carry

It’s always really amazing how hunters or trackers in movies could tell the time by the position of the sun. I always wished I could magically learn how to do it, but never had any proper guidance. Living in the city makes it a little difficult to find someone who is knowledgeable in direction and the position of the sun. The Planetary Parasol is a compass, clock, and umbrella combo that will teach you how to read time by the…

Fun & Games June 1, 2011 posted by Scott

Star Wars Lightsaber Bottle Opener

Summer has begun. It is hotter than the desert outside and you would like a cold root beer, but have not the arm strength to pry the cap off. Having a bottle opener on hand would be nice, but they look so boring if they are just metal and resemble a pop tab. Why not add some flare to your bottle-opening with the Star Wars Lightsaber Bottle Opener? This 5.5� long Lightsaber that can act as a key chain will…

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