I think we all have seen episodes of CSI where someone's DNA can leave a vital clue that cracks a case, and we all know that our DNA tech isn't nearly that efficient. I'm not certain that I am looking forward to the day when we can just take a piece of gum, fork, or anything else and come up with a perfect DNA replica. That sounds a little like Minority Report justice, but an … [Read more...] about Be careful where you leave your DNA, as it could become art
Archives for May 2013
Speculative Fiction Friday: Continuum
Normally, I like to review films on Speculative Fiction Friday, but I found a science-fiction series called Continuum that is worth a look. Netflix currently has the 10 episodes of the first season, and it is worth watching. Continuum is about time travel, and yes, this is something that has been done to death. When I did a search of shows that involve time travel, I … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Continuum
The Keyprop, for Smartphones
For some reason, our smartphones don't come with a kickstand or some similar additive that would make it very easy for us to stand them up. I suppose that you could buy a stand, and this Keyprop is one of the most low budget ones that there is. The Keyprop fits on a keychain, and it has a prong that will fit in the headphone jack, and this effectively props up your iPhone … [Read more...] about The Keyprop, for Smartphones
Tion iPhone 5 Leather Wallet Case
Tion is one of those products that is designed for those who want their mobile devices to look classy. I mean, if you are going to wear a tuxedo and carry your iPhone 5 with you, you might as well put it in a classy suit as well. In this case, the Tion is completely leather way to protect your iPhone 5 against dents and scratches. Man, that came out wrong. Still, if … [Read more...] about Tion iPhone 5 Leather Wallet Case
Invisible Phone Guard (IPG) for the iPhone 5
I'm not going to deny it, as the Invisible Phone Guard (IPG) is a product that others make. The one that gets the most press is probable the Invisible Shield from ZAGG, and then there is the BodyGuardz that we reported about a while ago. But I don't feel like filling up another section full of links, so let me tell you about the Invisible Phone Guard (IPG). I had a … [Read more...] about Invisible Phone Guard (IPG) for the iPhone 5
Is the Terrafugia TF-X the future of flying cars?
I'm not certain if you have heard of the Terrafugia Transition, but it is essentially a car and a plane all in one. You would need a runway for that auto/plane, but for this new TF-X, it could begin a new age of flying cars. You will notice that this car is really set up for VTOL (Vertical Take-off and Landings), which means that you could theoretically land it anywhere. … [Read more...] about Is the Terrafugia TF-X the future of flying cars?
Wingo makes it easy to hold a Kindle
Some of my favorite inventions are the "see a need, fill a need" type. In the case of the Wingo, the designers noticed that people were holding the Kindle and other e-readers with awkward postures and pinch grips, which could easily lead to repetitive stress injuries. The Wingo has these wings that will virtually hold onto the user's hand, eliminating the need for any … [Read more...] about Wingo makes it easy to hold a Kindle
Record-breaking Roller Coaster opens this summer at Ohio’s Cedar Point
Since we are headed into the summer, a lot of people are headed to the amusement parks for the latest thrill ride. If you happen to be visiting Ohio's Cedar Point, you might want to check out the record-breaking roller coaster, The Gatekeeper. Why is this Gatekeeper breaking records? Well, it has the tallest upside-down drop of 165 feet. After that, it is about 4,164 … [Read more...] about Record-breaking Roller Coaster opens this summer at Ohio’s Cedar Point
Bitbanger Labs presents the Remee sleep mask for lucid dreams
I don't know if you are familiar with the term lucid dream, but it is when the dreamer is aware that he or she is dreaming and, to some degree, control the participation in the dream itself. Imagine if you had some sort of device that could give you a lucid dream. This is what Bitbanger Labs is offering with the Remee. Apparently, it will blink red lights on your eyes … [Read more...] about Bitbanger Labs presents the Remee sleep mask for lucid dreams
Slim Waterproof Case for the iPhone 5 by Keystone ECO
It seems like I review a lot of Waterproof cases for the iPhone 5. About two months ago, I reviewed the Otterbox Armor Series, which allows for a depth of 6.6 feet. This is actually the same depth that the Keystone ECO MarineCase can take, which is a very odd coincidence. So I decided to test both of them in the pool and see who won. Actually, I didn't, because you … [Read more...] about Slim Waterproof Case for the iPhone 5 by Keystone ECO
Dotz also keeps your cords out of the way
You might notice the word "also" in the title, and that is obviously because this is a sequel to my article on the fine Dotz products. If you didn't catch the original, you can read it here. In case you are too lazy to hit a link, here is a brief "previously". Dotz has a way of sorting your cords that tend to get tangled up, but they are also handy for keeping your cords … [Read more...] about Dotz also keeps your cords out of the way
Flying insects live with the RoboBee from Harvard University
I don't know if we are ever going to live in some sort of robot age, where robots do all the things that we just don't want them to do. For some reason, I am fascinated by the robots that may never do any work at all. Stuff like the RoboBee is very similar to the Festo BionicOpter robotic dragonfly that we covered a while ago, but a lot smaller. The RoboBee is built up … [Read more...] about Flying insects live with the RoboBee from Harvard University
Speculative Fiction Friday: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai, Across the 8th Dimension!
It is interesting that some of the first speculative fiction films were very escapist, from Flash Gordon to other serialized spaghetti sci-fi. I'm not certain whether or not The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai was supposed to restart that trend in speculative fiction films, but it did not succeed. You would think that with a title like this, the film would have been fodder … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai, Across the 8th Dimension!
The Decatxt from In10did
I have always been a supporter of finding new ways to type. After all, we have been typing with QWERTY keyboards for about a century and a half. Even the order of the keys is based upon them jamming on old typewriters, something that we don't have to worry about anymore. Of course, I have no intention of re-learning how to type with an ABC keyboard. However, I might be … [Read more...] about The Decatxt from In10did
Innex Super Retro Trio let’s you play your old-school games
Some of you might not be satisfied with the big three of video games these days. If you would rather play games for the NES, SNES, Sega Genesis, or GBA instead of what the Wii U, Sony Playstation, or Xbox is currently giving you, then I recommend a new product manufactured by Retro-bit and distributed by Innex. This is the Super Retro Trio, and it is a 3-in-1 home system … [Read more...] about Innex Super Retro Trio let’s you play your old-school games