I found this article about the URME Mask on a site that I used to write on, and I couldn't believe that this existed. Apparently, some man named Leo Selvaggio created a mask that you can literally take to the streets, in order to avoid any surveillance. This man lives in Chicago, and this city is apparently the most watched city in America. I thought that London was the … [Read more...] about URME Mask allows you to avoid surveillance
Holland Haptics Frebble lets you hold hands from a distance
If you saw my posts yesterday, you know that I was all about rejecting social networking, smartphones, and the Internet, and enjoying a nice sunny day. Well, it would appear that the Internet can simulate a hand-holding experience with the Frebble. The Frebble, by Holland Haptics, allows for two users to feel the sensation of their hand being squeezed by someone from a … [Read more...] about Holland Haptics Frebble lets you hold hands from a distance
This Sesame Street video also encourages us to “Look Up”
Man, today must be "get off the computer and enjoy life day", because both of my posts for today are essentially that theme. I highly recommend watching the "Look Up" video before catching this one. I honestly believe that this simple video from Sesame Street better illustrates the points of "Look Up" in a less heavy-handed way. I highly recommend watching this for the … [Read more...] about This Sesame Street video also encourages us to “Look Up”
My Response to the “Look Up” video
At my church on Sunday, I had a chance to see this viral video known as "Look Up", which has apparently been very popular at about 40 million hits. Let me just say that it is difficult to criticize a video that has a very good heart. Not to be too much of a spoiler, but the video warns that we live in an age of technology and social media, but we are still very lonely. … [Read more...] about My Response to the “Look Up” video
Introduce the new generation to old school with R-Type Dimensions
I had an interesting opportunity to try out a video game from the nineties, or maybe it is from the eighties. This is R-Type, and perhaps you remember it from the arcade, or from the Sega Genesis, like I do. What is really interesting was when I downloaded it on the Playstation 3. I thought I was going to have some retro video game fun, and I did. What was really … [Read more...] about Introduce the new generation to old school with R-Type Dimensions
Soundbook X3 form Bayan Audio
I'm sure most of my readers know that I review many Bluetooth speakers, and so it would take a lot for me to admit that one is the best. Generally, I judge by whether or not the sound is quality. For the Soundbook X3 by Bayan Audio, It is quite good. I am not certain what makes it so good, but let me just say that you can feel the smooth defined bass with your hand as … [Read more...] about Soundbook X3 form Bayan Audio
Speculative Fiction Saturday: Pixar Month, the Toy Story series
I'll be honest with you when I have to say that it will be difficult to review these three Pixar films, as the original is one of my favorite films of all time. I'm not certain why, as I remember seeing it while I was on a vacation, and I enjoyed it immensely. I think part of it was it was the first full-length feature animated film, and so it was a type of storytelling … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: Pixar Month, the Toy Story series
DIY Colin Furze going crazy with X-men technology
I am not certain who this Colin Furze guy is, but man, he is making a huge Internet star of himself by designing stuff that is X-men related. The video above is the second thing he designed, and they are magnetic shoes. I'm going to geek-nitpick here, but I'm not certain that Magneto is a good reference point here. I mean, I suppose Magneto could walk on things that are … [Read more...] about DIY Colin Furze going crazy with X-men technology
Osmo changes the iPad into an instant learning tool
It is quite apparent to me that children are learning more and more through computers. I honestly think most learning in the future will happen on smartphones and tablets. This particular accessory from Osmo is very much prepared for this. Osmo is the small red attachment that you can see on the top of the iPad in the image. Osmo's New Play Movement works with what is … [Read more...] about Osmo changes the iPad into an instant learning tool
Aero-X hoverbike from Aerofex
Okay, who wants a hovering bike? Everyone in the entire world should have their hand raised. Surely all of us have longed for the days of personal hovering technology since before the first Star Wars movie. Just to let you know, this isn't some concept vehicle that I often report on. This Aero-X by Aerofex (don't get those mixed up) is real, and it could be around as … [Read more...] about Aero-X hoverbike from Aerofex
3D-Pad Gesture 3D Controller from Ootsidebox
I don't know about you, but I wondered if gesture-recognition is going to be as big the touchscreen. Ever since the film Minority Report and the rise of the Kinect, I have wondering how long it would take before it was everywhere. Seriously, I don't why we are still using a mouse or other controller when we can just wave a hand and manipulate controls using the Force. … [Read more...] about 3D-Pad Gesture 3D Controller from Ootsidebox
Microsoft unveils the Surface Pro 3
It has been a while since Microsoft updated the Surface, so the sequel to the Surface 2 should be the Surface Pro 3. Yesterday, Microsoft had a big announcement with the Surface Pro 3. With every new version comes some new features. In the case of the Pro 3, it is larger at 12 inches. It also has a lot of pixels at 2,160 x 1,440, which is the highest resolution of all … [Read more...] about Microsoft unveils the Surface Pro 3
Plantronics RIG Headset and Mixer
I'm not certain if Plantronics' RIG should always be capitalized, but right now, it is speaking in all capitals on my ears. Seriously, this pair of headphones has some serious bass that is rocking me with 40 mm speaker drivers. The RIG is designed for the PC, Xbox, or PS3, but it is also made for the mobile in mind. You can see in the illustration here this circular thing … [Read more...] about Plantronics RIG Headset and Mixer
Michael Jackson returns in holographic form
In case you missed the Billboard awards, it featured a performance by the late Michael Jackson. I have a Source who was nice enough to inform me that the King of Pop did, in fact, die in 2009. It was a holographic replica of Michael that actually performed, singing "Slave to the Rhythm" a track off of his posthumous album Xscape. This hologram did Michael's trademark … [Read more...] about Michael Jackson returns in holographic form
Hands on with the Stanley True Laser Measure (TLM65)
With summer here, I'm sure there are a lot of people doing projects. If there are projects, you can be certain that there is measuring tapes. But who needs measuring tape if the job can be done with a laser? This is what Stanley's True Laser Measure (TLM65) is made to do, and it does it well. It has a range of 20 meters, and I don't know what that converts into non-metric … [Read more...] about Hands on with the Stanley True Laser Measure (TLM65)