I mentioned when I reviewed the Lowerpro how I felt a little vertigo when visiting Arches National Park, and I am wondering how I would feel if I visited this glass platform at Austria's Dachstein glacier. I have seen these glass floored platforms below, and I suppose the Greatest American Hero theme always comes to mind. You know, "believe it or not, I'm walking on air". … [Read more...] about Transparent Stairway gives a great view of the Alps
Misc. Gadgets
How much would you pay to be free from technology? How about $350.
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.
Redbubble makes some of the coolest iDevice cases
I'm sure that you know that this is blog is called The Geek Church for a good reason, with an emphasis on the geek in this review. I never heard of Redbubble before the company sent me their products, but I am glad that I did. Redbubble has a lot of diverse artists and designers, and they make T-shirts, wall art, and iPhone/iPad accessories, something we cover a lot on … [Read more...] about Redbubble makes some of the coolest iDevice cases
Be careful where you leave your DNA, as it could become art
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
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
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
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
Dotz keeps your cords in order
If you are like me, then you have a lot of cords in back of the computer, in back of the television, or any other place where a big machine is. There is a company known as Dotz or Cordotz, and they are in business to make cords easy to identify. I'm going to talk about some cool stuff that the company is putting out, starting with the Cord Identifier Kit ($16.99). This … [Read more...] about Dotz keeps your cords in order
Paytouch works by hand, without the wallet
This is Paytouch, and it is a way to use one's credit card or debit card by just putting your fingers on it, like so! Okay, I suppose that we could talk about the advantages. For example, you wouldn't have to worry about getting your wallet stolen. Hopefully, this kind of system would be hard to fake. Now we will talk about the disadvantages. Let's talk about how … [Read more...] about Paytouch works by hand, without the wallet
Microsoft also working on a Smart Watch, and the Xbox team is handling it!
I think we all know that smart watches are probably going to be a new way of getting our notifications, and we have reported on the SmartFitty watch and how Apple is working on something. I have recently learned that Microsoft is under development of its own smart watch. To add fire to this rumor, Microsoft has apparently ordered many 1.5 inch displays. I have heard that … [Read more...] about Microsoft also working on a Smart Watch, and the Xbox team is handling it!
Check out this awesome BASE jumping stunt by Alexander Polli
Does anyone want to live a life like Alexander Polli? Man, this guy does some pretty interesting things like this BASE jumping stunt that you can see after the video. This stunt was at the Roca Foradada Mountains, and they have an arch there that this guy managed to "fly" through with his special suit. He jumped from a helicopter to start the flight, but I cannot imagine … [Read more...] about Check out this awesome BASE jumping stunt by Alexander Polli
Tropiformer jacket is made for Gadget-lovers
Some of you remember when we reported on the Alphyn Industries Clothes, which are well-prepared for the mobile revolution. Scottevest has now come up with the Tropiformer jacket, and it is made for the age we live in now, where we have more gadgets than we know what to do with. It has 22 integrated pockets, and they are designed to distribute the weight evenly. I'm sure … [Read more...] about Tropiformer jacket is made for Gadget-lovers
Cesar Chavez on Google, and apparently some Christians are upset
I'm sure that you are familiar with Google, and how they often put some interesting graphic to commemorate a historic anniversary or something. Apparently, some Christians got pretty upset when Cesar Chavez showed up on Google instead of something Easter related. I believe that Glenn Beck was one of them, but I don't consider Glenn Beck an official spokesperson for … [Read more...] about Cesar Chavez on Google, and apparently some Christians are upset
Webcam Hacking: Is someone watching me?
Perhaps you might be feeling a little like the old-school Rockwell/Michael Jackson hit about "I Always Feel Like Somebody's Watching Me" after you read this. As if I didn't have enough to fear with North Korea threatening the United States with nukes, I now have something new to horrify me with the hackers using Remote Administration Tools to hack into my webcam. Yes, it … [Read more...] about Webcam Hacking: Is someone watching me?
Billboard in Lima gives fresh water
I remember back in the first Star Wars movie, where we find out that Luke Skywalker lived in a moisture farm? I have not idea if moisture farms are real, but his farm on Tatooine can somehow pull water out of the air. When I was a kid, I thought that was just creative science fiction, and maybe we didn't have that technology back in 1977. This particular billboard … [Read more...] about Billboard in Lima gives fresh water