If for any reason you have to take a number of pills each day, you know how much of a pain it can be to remember to take them at the exact times. Thus, you have to develop some sort of system for keeping track of each pill, and set some sort of timer to alert you when it’s time. I’m rather fond of this Multi-alarm Pills Reminder for handling such tasks. This little gadget will hold all of your…
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There’s nothing worse than having a powerful computer, only to have some programs run really sluggish on it. There are a lot of things that can cause this. Anything from having too little RAM, a malware infection, or even a very fragmented hard drive. However, sometimes it’s just a particular piece of software that runs slower than you think it should. If you tend to experience this with Microsoft Word (2007 or 2010), there are some things you can do…
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When you were little, the idea of having to sleep in the pitch black darkness of the night was the most terrifying thing that could ever happen. Plugging in a nightlight would only help a little bit, as it could only provide comfort in one area of the room, and it only made the shadows that much more dramatic and scary. It made you wish that you had the ability to light up the room with a flash of lightning…
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Here’s a quick round-up of Red Ferret posts from the past week for those who missed them. Enjoy. Learn how to properly clean out your dusty computer – When was the last time you cleaned… Steampunk Fight Stick is almost too beautiful to use – The realm of steampunk is one that… Sony Circle Portable Audio Speaker brings you 360 degrees of sound – There are a lot of different types… Learn how to roast your own coffee beans with…
Read MoreSo you’re looking at an ARTAS robotic system, designed to ‘enhance the quality of hair follicle harvesting‘. If it sounds painful that’s probably because it is, being the brutally effective method of repairing bald patches on insecure Porsche owners via the simple act of cutting out individual hair follicles from the back of the scalp and moving them to the top of the head. This…ahem…harvesting is done using a tiny punch which pulls out skin and hair together in a little plug. The ‘hair…
Read MoreEveryone and everything has a built-in circadian rhythm. which governs the natural way we respond to light and dark patterns within a 24-hour cycle. According to one source, they can change sleep-wake cycles, hormone release, body temperature and other important bodily functions. Circadian rhythms tell plants when its time to grow and time to end the growth cycle.They control photosynthesis, tell plants what season it is, and the best time to flower to attract insects. Now Yale researchers have discovered…
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It seems that whenever you are on the go and just so happen upon your favorite coffee spot, your phone dies. Not only that, but every single outlet is taken up, and no one is looking like they will want to be of assistance. This would be an ample time to pull out a Share-A-Watt. The Share-A-Watt is essentially a travel size power strip that will provide an extra outlet, a surge protector with LED indicators, and two additional USB…
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Working out is one of those things that most people hate doing. We were trained all of our lives that candy is good, and exercise is bad. (Anyone remember being forced to run laps when they were bad in school?) While I don’t think this product is going to solve obesity, it will definitely bring a bit of a workout to the table, literally. The Dumb-Bell Cutlery consists of a spoon, knife, and fork that have been separately cast onto…
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When you’re looking to buy or sell general household items online, it seems like there are two main places to do so. The first is eBay, the other is Craigslist. The former is good for ensuring you get top dollar for something that might not have a lot of potential buyer (or finding something rare). The latter is a great way to do business with local people, and not have to pay transaction fees. Well it looks like another company…
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Imagine this. It’s the middle of winter, and the air is biting cold. The snow is falling silently all around you and it is driving you absolutely insane because you want to listen to music. You fumble around for your iPhone or iPod, only to remember it is at the bottom of your bag. You are now caught at a crossroads where you must choose to walk in silence, or take off your toasty gloves in exchange for the chance…
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Have you ever tried starting a fire when you have no kindling to get it going? It can be pretty hard, since you need small items to burn for a bit before the logs will ever catch on fire. You can use a lot of things to substitute the kindling, such as paper or cloth. However, I bet you never thought to use potato chips. Strange as it would seem, chips make perfect fire starters. Just open a bag, pour…
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These days it seems like people are giving their kids access to technology at a very early age. Of course, part of that has to do with how inexpensive computers and gadgets have become. I still think that there is a lot to be learned by playing with old-fashioned toys and using your imagination. Which is why I’m amused by this My First Wooden Laptop. This strange-looking laptop is actually just a fold-up chalkboard. The design is actually perfect, as…
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A number of companies (especially Apple) will have you believe that the mouse is on its way out as the best way to control your computer. Multitouch gestures on a trackpad are the future, they say. Having used a MacBook with a trackpad for a while, I’d say that they might be onto something, though the mouse is by no means dead. Adding a trackpad to your PC isn’t the easiest thing to do, as Apple’s Magic Trackpad is one…
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If you’re looking to read eBooks, but don’t have any real use for a tablet, then an eReader with an E Ink display (did I use the letter ‘e’ enough in that sentence for you?) is probably your best bet. The display is much easier on the eyes than a traditional LCD screen, and they use considerably less power. Knowing that they can go so long without needing recharged, one Instructables user decided that his Kobo reader was the perfect…
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There are so many things that our iPhones and iPads can do. It really is amazing. Although, sometimes we want to watch videos or shows from our Apple devices on a larger screen. If you’ve always wanted a home theater, and wanted the capability to watch all of your favorites from your iOS devices, you may want to look into Epson’s new projector and docking station combos. The MegaPlex MG-850HD and the MG-50 are both low-end projectors, but they have…
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