Video is a big deal nowadays, what with YouTube and all that jazz. So it’s not surprising that more people are turning to the format to tell their stories. But what if you need something extra, which you can’t capture yourself? Well there’s an answer, free stock video footage.
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PocketRig 2 – turn your humble DSLR into a full blown Pro rig with this cool pocket sized adapter
The great thing about modern DSLR cameras is their versatility. Not only are they masters of the still image, but they can also do amazing video which can rival cinema quality equipment, but you do need to make sure you have the right kind of accessories to get the best out of your footage. Which is where this amazing new adapter comes into play.
Read MoreFossdroid – ditch Google apps and go fully open source on your phone [Freeware]
There are lots – and we mean lots – of free apps out there for your Android smartphone. However most of them are just free to push ads onto your phone, or they’re cut down versions which nag you to upgrade to get the ‘full’ version. Which is why this online catalog of open source apps for Android really makes a refreshing change.
Read MoreThe Source of 15 Major World Rivers
It’s a fact that our civilization relies on the constant flow of water down the main rivers in each country. We build cities near them, use their water for our industrial systems, and enjoy their beauty in our leisure time. But how many of us think about the source of these majestic water flows? Well here’s a great set of images highlighting the source of 15 of the world’s biggest rivers for you to enjoy.
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Here’s a quick round-up of Red Ferret posts from the past week for those who missed them. Enjoy.
Read MoreBike Snowboard – cold and crazy combine in one strange contraption
There are many ways to offer yourself up to dangerous possibilities. You can free solo up sheer rock, free dive to ridiculous depths, or you can strap a snowboard attachment to the front of your mountain bike and travel downhill at an unfeasibly rapid pace. All of these will deliver adrenaline in copious amounts we suspect.
Read MoreDreampad Mini – channel music through your bones to get some sleep
Music is relaxing. From birth to adulthood people listen to music to help them wind down. Many people still turn on the radio to drift off to at night. The problem can sometimes be sharing a room when the other person is the silent to sleep type. The Dreampad Mini plays music that only you can hear.
Read MoreJackpen – the tiny pen for your cell phone
Do you find yourself constantly searching for a pen while you’re out? It’s not really a thing that people carry around much anymore. Not to worry though, the Jackpen is a pen you’ll always have with you, just like your cell phone.
Read MoreExhaust Power Car Jack – a jack that does most of the work for you
Most (prepared) people have a jack in their trunk. Just in case their faithful ride turns out to not be so faithful and you lose a tire. There are many different kinds of jacks, from the classic the types that you just need one foot to operate. The Exhaust Power Car Jack uses your own exhaust fumes to lift your car.
Read MoreNailO – brilliant fingernail trackpad
Sometimes you have to take your hat off to the boffins for coming up with something genuinely innovative, and this new concept product is one of those. The NailO is a nail sticker which fits over a thumb and converts your digit to a full blown trackpad. It’s the brainchild of the geeks at MIT – we’re rather surprised it’s not a crazy Kickstarter project yet – and it looks to have real potential.
Read MoreArchos Weather Station – keep track of your environment with your smartphone and some wireless sensors [Review]
There’s no question that cool tech advances in sensors have given us some amazing products. Health and fitness monitors are everywhere, and there’s also a growing segment for sensors which can track our environment, and help us stay aware of what’s happening in our local surroundings. The new Archos Weather Station is the latest product to enter this arena, and it’s not a bad system at all, as we found out in our tests.
Read MoreTake With You Nightlight Orbs – more handy than a flashlight for midnight runs down the hall
One thing is true no matter how old are you are: The night is dark and full of terrors. When you’re older you may handle it better (or not) but when you’re a kid, you might need a little help conquering your fear. The Take With You Nightlight Orbs is a portable nightlight that you can take with you on your late night trips to the bathroom.
Read MorePersonalized Superhero Action Figures – turn your likeness into a superhero
This is not a toy. This is an action figure. And should stay in the box so it retains its value. Kidding! There’s no value except to you because this action figure is a Personalized Superhero Action Figure that lets you put your face on your favorite hero.
Read MoreGlowdoggie – a glow in the dark collar for rural living
If you have a dog, you have to take proper care to make sure they don’t run off and if they do, then it’s important to make sure they can be returned safely. In the dark it might be a bit hard to find a lost pup but the Glowdoggie is a color lets you locate your pooch even on the darkest night.
Read MoreBinary Watch – the bold and dangerous way to show off your geek cred
Yes you are a bold in your geek cred but are you dangerous as well? The Binary Watch not only says that you’re an uber-geek but also that you like to live dangerously.
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