A few months ago, I reported on the Coolest Cooler, which was a cooler on Kickstarter that had just about everything from a cell phone charger and more. To me, this feels like the ultimate technologicalization (I'm totally copyrighting the word) of a color. Today, I'm talking about another technologicalization of something we all know: the suitcase. This is the … [Read more...] about Bluesmart is a very advanced Suitcase
Tech Reviews
Steadicam Curve from Tiffen, for GoPro Balance!
If you have heard of GoPro, then you know that these cameras are synonymous with a lifestyle of snowboarding or BMX biking. I would imagine that unless you like that shaky-cam effect in overdone action movies of today, you are going to want some kind of Steadicam for your GoPro. Enter the Steadicam Curve by Tiffen. The Steadicam Curve is made for the GoPro HD HERO, HERO … [Read more...] about Steadicam Curve from Tiffen, for GoPro Balance!
The myCharge Energy Shot
It isn't often that I put the product's packaging with the product, but when it came time to review this product, I was very surprised at what I saw. Yeah, you see that bottle of the MyChrage Energy Shot Backup Battery? It looks like a bottle of 5-hour Energy Drink, doesn't it? I suppose that this is the idea, that the MyCharge Energy Shot is supposed to be what 5-hour … [Read more...] about The myCharge Energy Shot
Your smartphone might open your hotel room door
Remember how I stated that apps have reduced cab-driving in San Francisco by 65 percent? Well, I have discovered another career that might be in danger due to smartphone applications: the hotel front desk clerk. Considering that I used to be one, I would be very worried if I still was one. Starwood Hotels and Resorts became the first chain to allow guests to unlock doors … [Read more...] about Your smartphone might open your hotel room door
AeroMobiil 3.0 Flying Car
From now until Christmas, I am probably going to be writing about whatever products that I can get my hands on. However, I do like to write about a nifty gadget every once in a while, such as the AeroMobil 3.0 flying car. What can I say, it is a flying car! Surely we have to have that by 2015, along with the hoverboard. The Aero Mobil 3.0 has recently been certified by … [Read more...] about AeroMobiil 3.0 Flying Car
The Life Jacket from Altec Lansing is one banging Bluetooth speaker
I realize that I summarized the review of this product within the title, but I'm not certain what else to say about it without saying that it is great. The Altec Lansing Life Jacket follows the model that I see with most Bluetooth Speakers. That is, they are very big, wide, and usually IPX7 rated. That means it is very durable and can withstand water, shock, dirt, sand, … [Read more...] about The Life Jacket from Altec Lansing is one banging Bluetooth speaker
Jot Touch with Pixelpoint from Adonit
I've been looking forward to reviewing Adonit's latest products, and I finally had a chance to review the Jot Touch with PixelPoint. If you aren't familiar with Adonit, they make some very cool interactive styluses. The Jot Touch is compatible with Bluetooth 4.0, and it charges with a USB key that can magnetically lock with the end of the pen. After that, you can use the … [Read more...] about Jot Touch with Pixelpoint from Adonit
Virgin Galactic’s Crash could set back the Space Tourism industry
Last Friday, Virgin Galactic experienced a terrible tragedy as SpaceShipTwo crashed in the Mojave desert. The accident resulted in the death of a pilot and another with major injuries. For those who don't know, Virgin Galactic has been promising space tourism for quite a while now. It is one of those technologies that always seems to promise an availability date, but it … [Read more...] about Virgin Galactic’s Crash could set back the Space Tourism industry
Will EyeFly3D really change the world?
Okay, are we over 3D yet? I mean, I would imagine it was some cheap thrill when it first came out, and experienced some revival in the 80's, and another since the release of James Cameron's Avatar. Since then, I've seen some films in 3D, and I have enjoyed them. I honestly think I would have liked the 3D films that I saw just as much if they were in 2D. I'm not certain … [Read more...] about Will EyeFly3D really change the world?
Speculative Fiction Saturday, Hayao Miyazaki month: Castle in the Sky
This will be the beginning of Hayao Miyazaki month, where I will discuss a different Hayao Miyazaki film each month. If you never heard of Hayao Miyazaki, I first talked about him when I reviewed Howl's Moving Castle, and his animated films are as complicated as they are fantastic. Unlike last month's Marvel films, I'm going to start from greatest to least. Castle in the … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday, Hayao Miyazaki month: Castle in the Sky
Lenovo purchases Motorola from Google
You know what's interesting about big companies? They can buy other companies. Today, Lenovo bought Motorola Mobility from Google, for a price of about $2.91 billion. It appears that Lenovo owns the Number 3 smartphone maker, and I believe they will own all the cool phones that are out now like the Moto X, as well as the Droid series. Just so you know, Motorola's HQ … [Read more...] about Lenovo purchases Motorola from Google
Digitial Innovations Part 2: SkipDr, CleanDr, and ScreenDr
Ah yes, it is time for Digital Innovations, and we'll be reviewing three more of their innovations today. I'll start with the SkipDr, a motorized Disc Repair System that can repair CD, DVD, Xbox, Wii, PS, and PS2 discs. I'll explain what to do if you want to clean a Blu-ray or PS3. If you have one of these discs that is having trouble playing, or skips or freezes from … [Read more...] about Digitial Innovations Part 2: SkipDr, CleanDr, and ScreenDr
Gabriel Knight celebrates its 20th Anniversary
I had a chance to review another point-and-click adventure off of Steam, and I took full advantage of that, let me tell you. Gabriel Knight: Sins of our Fathers, was released about 20 years ago from Sierra On-Line. If you aren't familiar with Sierra On-Line, they created some of the best point and clicks with the King's Quest series. If you haven't heard of those, I can't … [Read more...] about Gabriel Knight celebrates its 20th Anniversary
Digital Innovations Part 1: SoundDr, ChargeDr Pro, and DeviceDryer
Today, I want to talk about Digital Innovations, as they are a company that has created a lot of terrific products. The last product that I reviewed was the Nest, an excellent way to store headphones without tangles. I'll start with the SoundDr. I suppose that this product is made for those who want a low-budget Bluetooth speaker without the Bluetooth. Simply put, the … [Read more...] about Digital Innovations Part 1: SoundDr, ChargeDr Pro, and DeviceDryer
Dexmo Exoskeleton allows the user to “touch” VR items
In case you are wondering what you are seeing here is not some device that you hook up to your hand and forces you to type. I'm not looking forward to the dystopian world where that exists, but I'm not certain whether or not a work with the Dexmo Exoskeleton by Dexta Technologies will be a perfect utopia. The Dexmo Exoskeleton is designed to track the position of your … [Read more...] about Dexmo Exoskeleton allows the user to “touch” VR items