It really is funny to see people shell out hundred of technology for tech that they may not even need, but this Camp Grounded requires you to pay $350 to get rid of technology for the duration of your stay. You heard me right, Camp Grounded wants you to pay for no Wi-Fi, and smartphones are not allowed. Believe it or not, it is sold-out. I still can't get over how funny … [Read more...] about How much would you pay to be free from technology? How about $350.
Asoberu-T New Augmented Reality T-Shirts from Dentsu
If you know me, then you probably can guess why I did this article. If you think it has anything to do with this SSFW (Somewhat Safe For Work) video, then you don't know me. Yeah, I will warn you that I find this video slightly suggestive. Maybe it is because these girls are wearing T-Shirts that are marked in certain areas, I don't know. It also uses the augmented … [Read more...] about Asoberu-T New Augmented Reality T-Shirts from Dentsu
Speculative Fiction Friday: Paul
When it comes to comedy, it is usually something that encompasses a lot of other genres. Films like Ghostbusters are often categorized as a comedy even though they have enough science-fiction and special effects elements that you would expect to be shelved with speculative fiction. The beauty of a good speculative fiction comedy is it will reach a bigger audience, but Paul … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: Paul
Madeleine machine can capture smells
Just so we are clear, this video that you see here is about recording smells, which I have reported on twice just this year. Considering that I do about three posts per weekday, that is saying something. Oh, you can read about Gameskunk and the other one I wrote about here and here. Just pick one or the other. I suppose that this Madeleine, works differently, as you can … [Read more...] about Madeleine machine can capture smells
Paravelo Flying Bicycle: Is this Kickstarter Project for real?
Some of you might remember when we covered how a group of Czech designers known as Technodat had perfected a flying bike. This here is a Kickstarter project known as Paravelo, the world's first flying bicycle. Okay, I just can't seem to believe in this project. I suppose that the system is sound. Apparently, there is an electric motor to power a fan, and on a single … [Read more...] about Paravelo Flying Bicycle: Is this Kickstarter Project for real?
Bem Wireless presents the Kickstand, a Kickstarter project
I like how projectors are just getting smaller and smaller, and even though the smartphone projector business hasn't really taken off, there is still a small (pun intended) market for small projectors. This Kickstand comes from Bem Wireless, who has made some pretty cool speakers and other accessories in the past. I first saw Bem Wirless at CES, and I have been trying to … [Read more...] about Bem Wireless presents the Kickstand, a Kickstarter project
Casio FX-9860GII Graphing Calculator
It seems like the best technology is the stuff that I wish I had as a child. I mean, there are great toys that I wished I had like the LeapPad Ultra, not to mention others like the Crayola Light Designer. I honestly wish I had Casio's FX-9860GII calculator in high school, or even in college. It isn't often that I get to review a calculator, but I was pleased when Casio … [Read more...] about Casio FX-9860GII Graphing Calculator
Eoin Colfer, creator of Artemis Fowl, creates W.A.R.P. Book 1, The Reluctant Assassin
I usually don't review books, but then again, I just reviewed that DawnSinger book last week by Janalyn Voigt. Hyperion sent me a new book by Eoin Colfer, and I am not familiar with his work. I have heard of Artemis Fowl, which is is probably most famous for, and a series that he drew to a close recently. I assumed it was a Harry Potter clone, but from what I have heard, … [Read more...] about Eoin Colfer, creator of Artemis Fowl, creates W.A.R.P. Book 1, The Reluctant Assassin
Otterbox Armor Case for the Galaxy S3
I believe that I have covered the Armor Series for the iPhone 5 before, and I have to admit that the company is slow to bring out Armor Series, as one of the most recent is for the Galaxy S3. Yeah, they don't have one for the S4, but if you are want some serious protection for the S3, this is it. Otterbox is one of the finest, and it has O-ring seals, port covers, and … [Read more...] about Otterbox Armor Case for the Galaxy S3
Two Element Cases for the Galaxy S4, the Atom S4 and Eclipse S4
I had the opportunity to try out the samples of Element Cases, and I can see why they are held in such high regard. At least, I think they are held in high regard, as it took a while for me to get them. I will start with the Atom S4. This is essentially a protective case with a semi-flexible chassis, and it is easy to insert the S4 within. The back of it has a genuine … [Read more...] about Two Element Cases for the Galaxy S4, the Atom S4 and Eclipse S4
How about a pair of headphone implants?
The video that you are seeing here is Rich Lee, and he just had magnets implanted in his ears. The purpose is to create headphones that are essentially surgically implanted. Yes, the magnets work as speakers, but they require a coil necklace with an attached amplifier that hangs around the neck. Controlling the volume is apparently done by moving the coil and amplifier … [Read more...] about How about a pair of headphone implants?
Sky Go uses bone conduction on subway windows for advertising
You can see the video that a company called Sky Go that wants to advertise on subway windows using bone conduction. If you haven't heard of bone conduction, it is a way of listening to sound outside of traditional headphones. It works by sending out high-frequency oscillations transmitted into your brain, and interprets them as sound. Have you ever leaned on a window of … [Read more...] about Sky Go uses bone conduction on subway windows for advertising
Lowepro Transit Sling 250AW, for professional photographers
Just to let you know, I just got back from a vacation where I visited Arches State Park, and you can see after the jump the amazing photo that my wife took of the Delicate Arch in Utah. It was completely worth the trip, and man, I could tell you about the trip. In addition to some of the trail to the Delicate Arch, I was very worried about my wife and her DSLR camera. It … [Read more...] about Lowepro Transit Sling 250AW, for professional photographers
This is the LDS (Leia Display System)
I suppose that seeing Leia telling that Obi-Wan was "her only hope" was the beginning of an age where we wanted to see holograms. Why else would this new holographic system called the Leia Display System, even though it has the same acronym as the Latter-Day Saints. This LDS is some serious Star Wars technology with a laminar airflow system is "the most steady midair … [Read more...] about This is the LDS (Leia Display System)
This flashlight, which runs on body heat, was created by a teenager
If you watch the video above, you can see Ann Makosinski, who is only 15 years old and has created a revolutionary flashlight. It is a flashlight that is powered solely by the power of the human hand. Apparently, Ann realized that human body heat is essentially an untapped energy resource. I mean it took the machines in The Matrix at least until 2099 to figure that out. … [Read more...] about This flashlight, which runs on body heat, was created by a teenager