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but is it art? September 15, 2011 posted by Scott

TokyoFlash Kisai Night Vision Watch is confusing at first glance

There are some optical illusions that you look at for a good fifteen minutes, and try as hard as you might, you simply cannot figure out what you’re looking at. The TokyoFlash Kisai Night Vision Watch is one of those illusions that made me feel like a complete buffoon after figuring out how to look at it. Mostly because I was confused for a few minutes until that point. This brightly colored LED watch merely looks like a bunch of…

Free Software September 15, 2011 posted by Scott

Timerrr is a virtual timer for your computer

There are plenty of times when you need access to a timer. One of the most frequent for me is in the kitchen. I have a bad habit of leaving something for a few minutes, only to get completely distracted by something on the internet, and come back in about five or ten minutes too late. Thankfully, as long as you’re near a computer, you’ll never lose track of time. Just use Timerrr. Timerrr is a very simple webapp that…

Gadgets September 15, 2011 posted by Scott

Karlsson Wall Clock Pure White Board has the best of both worlds

When you live life with a schedule, it’s hard to keep track of things. You start to forget when you told someone you would be somewhere at a specific time, or that important meeting that is absolutely mandatory. Leaving notes for yourself can only help so much. The Karlsson Wall Clock Pure White Board is a perfect way to help you know when and where you should be at the right times. This white board and clock combo will let…

Gadgets September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

Levitatr Keyboard features retractable keys

There are so many different types of Bluetooth keyboards out there that it’s getting a little ridiculous. There’s really no need for another keyboard, unless it can really stand out, like the Levitatr. This keyboard is unlike anything I’ve ever seen for an iPad or other tablet. The keys are hidden, in that they lay flat to the surface of the keyboard until you hit a button on the side of the keyboard. It almost looks as though the keys…

Free Software September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

GetJar has all of the free apps you need for your phone

Finding apps for your mobile device is easy, if you have an iPhone. But there are plenty of other phones out there that aren’t made by Apple, which means you might still need to do some digging around to find that perfect app. Thankfully GetJar has everything you need for your phone, all in one place. Whether you’ve got a Blackberry, an Android phone, or just about anything else, GetJar has apps for you. When you first visit the site,…

Fun & Games September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

Periodic Table Building Blocks are perfect for the (very) young scientist in your family

When we were little, our parents gave us building blocks to play with that have letters of the alphabet on them. I guess it turns out children have a much higher IQ nowadays, as the Periodic Table Building Blocks have been created. If children are jumping from the alphabet to chemistry at such an early age, I may as well call it quits. Seriously though, this is a little intense for the little tots in your life, but who knows,…

Gadgets September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

USB Heating Blanket lets you warm up with the power from your computer

How many times have you gone to work, dressed for warm weather, only to step into a freezing office?It’s never fun, as it means you have to spend a full 8 hours shivering. You can always stuff a blanket or jacket in your desk, but those are only so effective. Instead, why not get one of these E-Warmer USB Heating Blankets to keep on hand? This heating blanket works much the same as any other, except that instead of relying…

diy September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

Learn how to properly clean out your dusty computer

When was the last time you cleaned out your computer? No, I’m not talking about deleting unnecessary items and defragging the hard drive. Rather, I’m talking about actually opening it up and getting rid of all of the dust that’s been building up in there. I’ve seen some pretty disgusting computers in my time as a technician, and after a while, all of that buildup can start to cause problems. That’s why you should clean it out on a regular…

Awesome September 14, 2011 posted by Scott

Steampunk Fight Stick is almost too beautiful to use

The realm of steampunk is one that has always fascinated me. It’s essentially a sci-fi future set in the Victorian age, what’s not to love about that? We’ve seen all sorts of interesting devices, such as mice, record players, and even full computers. What I haven’t seen much of are gaming peripherals with a fair amount of brass and cogs. Behold the Steampunk Fight Stick. It has everything your 19th-centrury gamer could possibly need. Shiny cogs, six buttons and a…

Gadgets September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

Sony Circle Portable Audio Speaker brings you 360 degrees of sound

There are a lot of different types of speakers out there. Tall, short, round, square, you name it, there is a shape of speaker for it. Although I�ve never seen one quite like this before. Sony Japan has revealed to us the SRS-V500IP Portable Audio Speaker accessory. It seems that it is shaped like a to-go tumbler and will fit in your car�s cup holder. If it were merely one-directional sound, that would be one thing, but the 360 degree…

diy September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

Learn how to roast your own coffee beans with a popcorn popper

Every once in a while there comes a time when you suddenly need to do something, but lack the proper tools to do so. When that happens, you have to channel MacGuyver, and improvise. Lets say that you are in desperate need of a good cup of Joe, but you’re all out of roasted coffee beans. We’ll also assume that for some reason or another, you actually have green coffee beans. As long as you have a hot air popcorn…

Fun & Games September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

Buckycubes are the evolved form of Buckyballs

Magnets are pretty awesome in many regards. They are one of those things on earth that make you think it is just plain magic, even though you know there�s a perfectly logical scientific explanation of how they work. The strongest magnets that are fun to play with that I�ve come across are the Buckyballs. However, they are obviously round and limit the shapes that you can make with them. BuckyCubes are the perfect middle ground for people who love magnets…

Gadgets September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

Bicycle Video Recorder keeps a log of your biking trips

There are a number of reasons why someone would want to mount a video camera to their bike. Maybe you want you capture footage of the crazy drivers that you encounter on a daily basis. Or perhaps you’re going to do some crazy stunts, and want to be able to show off a first-person perspective. Either way, this Bicycle Cam With Audio Speaker will serve you well. This gadget doesn’t just capture video in 720p, but it can also serve…

Cool Web Apps & Sites September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

MinuteBox lets you sell your time to people seeking advice

Do you have a specialized skill that you think is going untapped? Do you think that people would actually pay for your advice on a specific subject? If so, there actually might be a way for you to earn a bit of extra cash, simply by giving advice to other people. At least that is the idea behind MinuteBox. This interesting site lets you sell your time, or purchase someone else’s. Depending on the role you want to take, you…

Gadgets September 13, 2011 posted by Scott

Countertop Ice Maker churns out ice quickly, when you really need it

Having a party always makes for a good time. Although, it seems that there is always one problem that comes up every single time. There is never enough ice for everyone that shows up! Waiting around for the freezer to slowly churn out more ice cubes can take forever, especially when you needed the ice five minutes ago. The Countertop Ice Maker can be your knight in shining armor as it can turn out icy bricks in ten minutes flat….

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