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Awesome September 25, 2014 posted by Nigel

SeatyLock – the first really cool and workable new security device for bicycles we’ve seen

We hate promoting Kickstarter projects as you know, but this one deserves a bit of attention, because it looks like it could actually solve a big problem for bicycle riders across the world. The SeatyLock is what it says, a bike saddle which converts into a bike lock when you’re parked up. Now there have been a ton of crowdfunding attempts to improve the bike lock, and most of them have been patently rubbish. Not so this one.

Awesome September 25, 2014 posted by Nigel

Polarr – awesome free photo editing app will make your boring shots look amazing all the time, seriously [Editors Choice]

Every so often we get hit in the face with a corker of a product, and we know within seconds this is something we’re going to use a lot from now on. It’s hard to explain what makes those products so compelling, but if we had to dissect it, we would put it down to a) a clearly great implementation of a core function and b) the ability to get it to do what you want instantly, without having to…

Gadgets September 25, 2014 posted by Nigel

EasyN HD Camera With Night Vision – when you’ve absolutely got to see what’s going on

If you’re a small business, or even a professional working out of home, you’ll be acutely aware of how important it is to maintain security of your stuff. Believe it or not, there are actually people out there who would really like to take some of your stuff and use it for themselves. Incredible isn’t it?

Awesome September 25, 2014 posted by Nigel

#X – it can wait, the pledge against texting and driving

We love it when clever people come up with clever uses of basic technology, and this is one of those cases. The #X campaign has a very simple, but powerful message – don’t text while you drive. There are more teenage road deaths caused by texting while driving than anything else, so this is a hugely valuable initiative. And it’s simple to do.

hmm..interesting September 24, 2014 posted by Nigel

Catnipbom – grow your own piece of cat heaven … or hell

Catnip is to cats as pizzas are to computer engineers, so it’s a wonder it took so long to exploit the fact in an intelligent way. Give a cat a catnip ball, so the saying goes, and you can have them freaking out for minutes, but grow them a catnip patch and you’ll have them ecstatic for life.

hmm..interesting September 24, 2014 posted by Nigel

Envelope X-Ray Spray – it’s not just computers that can get hacked, you know

With all the incessant focus on computer hacking, banks, passwords, credit cards and all that stuff, it’s easy to forget that real spies don’t just rely on cracking our digital domains. They also spend a lot of time delving into our trash cans, digging out old acquaintances and even snooping on our mail.

Mobile Tech September 24, 2014 posted by Nigel

Clippet News – audio news clips delivered to your phone means you’ll never have to read again…maybe [Freeware]

The news is a traditional staple of most people’s day. Whether you consume news over breakfast, read it during your morning commute or sit down to access the nightly version, we all like to keep abreast of what’s going on. Now there’s a new method hitting the digital airwaves, the customized audio news clip delivered to your phone via an app.

diy September 23, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Haynes Build Your Own V8 Engine – the perfect gift for bonding with dad

Picture this: A father and son working on the engine for a cherry red hot rod in the garage, dad bent over the open hood, beckoning for his son to hand him the next tool. So emotive. If you’re into building engines (or want to be into it) there’s another option for people who don’t have garages, kids, or cherry red hot rods. The Haynes Build Your Own V8 Engine is a no mess option for curious grease monkeys wannabes.

Awesome September 23, 2014 posted by Nigel

Piper – the best little home security and automation device you’ll find at the price [Review]

We’ve got a small confession to make, we don’t really like home security and automation devices. The ones we’ve looked at in the past have promised much, and in the end delivered more disappointment than anything else. The big problem with most of them is they’re just too darned hard to install, and when you do finally manage to get it all working, there’s typically something which doesn’t do what it’s supposed to, which is very annoying. But now there’s…

Gadgets September 23, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

VDOMUS Color Changing Dreamy Round Shower Nozzle – rainbow your shower into a rave

There’s nothing quite like taking a nice hot shower. Showers are a bubble of heaven, so why not make it even better by adding some awesome lighting to it? The VDOMUS Color Changing Dreamy Round Shower Nozzle turns your shower into a trip to a relaxed wonderland.

Gadgets September 23, 2014 posted by Nigel

Connector Pen – stylus, ballpoint and charging cable all in one

Back in the day a pen was a pen, know what we mean? You could trust it to just about reliably open on command, and then maybe, if there was an R in the month, it would write something out for you, under your expert guidance of course. Nowadays that’s all ancient rubbish, if your pen doesn’t do at least three things other that write before breakfast, it’s considered to be an antique.

Mobile Tech September 23, 2014 posted by Nigel

PlexiDigest – free app delivers pocket sized summaries of breaking news for people who don’t like reading much [Freeware]

There’s too much to do, and definitely not enough time to do it in, and we put the blame squarely on the recent government decision to speed up time. It was a lousy idea, and we should have fought harder to stop it. But now it’s here, we better make the most of it, which is where this handy, but worrying free app comes in.

Eco Friendly September 22, 2014 posted by Nigel

2 in 1 Bicycle Generator for Smartphones – stop wasting money on batteries and charging, put your pedal power to use instead

They say there’s nothing really new under the sun, and judging by this new gadget, they’re absolutely right. The 2 in 1 Bicycle Generator for Smartphones is not a new idea at all, bike dynamos have been around since the invention of the wheel. But what makes this puppy different is the fact that it’s designed to deliver the perfect charge for our most modern devices. Not just a cycle lamp!

but is it art? September 22, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Tempo Drop Mini Weather Forecast Storm Glass – track the weather with style and without an app

The weather is so unpredictable. Your weather app says rain, and it’s just cloudy all day. It says maybe rain, mostly sun, and it pours. It promises a killer snow storm and nothing actually happens. Not even flurries. The Tempo Drop Mini Weather Forecast Storm Glass, is an attractive alternative to your weather app, and it’s actually got some real style.

Gadgets September 22, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Origami Power Folding Stroller – if Tesla made baby gear…

Anyone who has ever had to deal with a stroller knows they are the most cumbersome and boring of all baby necessities. Fold “flat” actually means flatish and will still take up ALL the room in your trunk, and the nearest thing to technology most of them contain is called a rain hood. The Origami Stroller doesn’t fold flat as paper, but it does manage to cram in a lot of tech and innovation into a very small package.

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