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Gadgets March 31, 2015 posted by Nigel

DELL XPS13 2015 – On The Road With This New Ultra Portable Computer, Good & Bad

We’re happy to report that Windows laptops aren’t dead. Despite a sustained and long term assault by tablet computers, netbooks, Chromebooks and even smartphones, the fact is there are some things you can only do with a full blown laptop computer. We’ve recently took one of the most interesting of the new breed out on a short 5 day road test, to see just how well the genre is doing in its fightback. The answer is, very well indeed.

Gadgets March 31, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Volvo Life Paint – turn everything into safety wear

Tired of having to wear bright colors when you go out at night so you don’t get run over by a car? Is safety gear really cramping your style? Volvo understands and wants you to be fashionable and safe. Life Paint is the non-permanent safety solution that turns your bike and clothing into reflective gear without cramping your style.

Gadgets March 31, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Video Recording Wi-Fi Sunglasses – capture every moment just by looking at them

We look at the world through screens. Every important moment we have our phones or camcorders up to capture it forever. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a way to capture the moments without having to actually capture them? The Video Recording Wi-Fi Sunglasses lets you record while you enjoy, all hands free.

Free Software March 31, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Dreeps – the alarm game that is not a game

Gaming is a lot of fun but as you get older, sometimes you just don’t have the time and the time you do have, you just want to sleep and watch Netflix. The new mobile “game” Dreeps is really just an app that encourages you to sleep more cleverly disguised as a RPG.

Gadgets March 30, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Disc Dot – the storage solution for your gaming needs

Are you tired of looking at all of your CD and game cases just stacked up all over the place? They take up a lot of space that could potentially be used for other things. Disc Dot is an innovative storage solution, even if it hasn’t been thought through.

Fun & Games March 30, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Liquid Glass Thinking Putty – the clear putty to occupy your hands and free your mind

Sometimes you just need to do something with your hands. You just can’t think otherwise. There are a ton of things that you could play with but putty has been an old standby for years. Liquid Glass Thinking Putty is a completely clear putty that will occupy your hands while you free your mind.

Bizarre March 30, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Ant Watch – the wristwatch that’s filled with ants, really

Wristwatches are going out of style but you can bring them back. Even if they’re not really functional. Or make any real sense. Introducing the Ant Watch, a wristwatch ant farm.

reprise March 29, 2015 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.

Eco Friendly March 28, 2015 posted by Debra Atlas

3D printed bricks would cool rooms with water

Warming temperatures are being felt in many areas around the world as drought conditions continue. The answer to how to keep buildings cool while keeping energy costs down may lie in utilizing older technology in a new, innovative way. California-based design studio Emerging Objects has developed 3D-printed porous bricks called Cool Bricks that can be filled with water to lower room temperatures. Utilizing evaporative cooling, an old technology where dry warm air is cool through the use of water evaporation…

Eco Friendly March 28, 2015 posted by Debra Atlas

Mega Underground Bike Park provides healthy fun year-round

For many, getting exercise involves going to a gym, especially when the weather turns cold and nasty. Sometimes it’s important to take a break from technology and clear your head. Now some folks in Louisville, Kentucky have come up with the perfect venue for that.

Awesome March 27, 2015 posted by Nigel

Earth Hour – even a small gesture tomorrow can help…

Tomorrow, Saturday 28th March 2015, at 8.30pm local time wherever you are, the lights will be switched off all over the world for a symbolic 60 minutes, to mark Earth Hour. Described as a ‘worldwide grassroots movement uniting people to protect the planet‘, and organized by the World Wildlife Fund, it basically gives everyone a chance to demonstrate their concern for the state of our planet in whatever small way they can.

general March 27, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Glass Keyboard by Bastron – a cool touchscreen keyboard for your desktop

Whenever you watch movies and they want to show you how high tech they are, they always have touchscreen keyboards. Without exception. Also huge holographic monitors. Unfortunately, the jury is still out on the monitors but you can get your hands on a sweet touchscreen keyboard. The Glass Keyboard by Bastron is a backlit keyboard that makes you feel like you’re in Tony Stark’s lab.

Gadgets March 27, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Lifetrons Multi-Tool Lighting Adapter USB Sync – a charger for every occasion

So you’re an Android user but your best mate is an Apple fanatic. You’re on a long car trip and suddenly, a wild low battery appears. Your buddy has forgotten his charger, what do you do? Usually he would just be out of luck but the Lifetrons Multi-Tool Lighting Adapter USB Sync, you always have the right charger on hand.

but is it art? March 27, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

3D-Illusion Lighting Structure – a futuristic lamp for your home

Functional decorations are the best type of decorations. A sculpture is nice and all but one that can function as a futuristic lamp is even better. The 3D-Illusion Lighting Sculpture is a beautiful sculpture that doubles as a lamp.

Gadgets March 26, 2015 posted by Nigel

Mini Bike – perfect for those really small journeys

There are times when regular sized bicycles just won’t do it. They’re either too heavy, clunky or just plain big to fit into your exotic plans for ultimate mobility. Yeah, we’re thinking of you campers and climbers. Well now you can have your wheels and comfort too, with this clever little Micro Bike.

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