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
Tech Reviews
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
BlueStacks GamePop Mini is Android goodness
I guess we are looking at an Android age of consoles. I have talked about the Ouya, Gamestick, and the iConsole.tv, not to mention any other interesting things. There is an interesting company called BlueStacks, which is putting out a GamePop Mini. The GamePop Mini is different, as the company is essentially giving away a free version of the console with a monthly … [Read more...] about BlueStacks GamePop Mini is Android goodness
Speculative Fiction Friday: The Man of Steel
I think we all are painfully aware that movies lack a lot of originality. It seems that studios are less inclined to invest in projects that don't have some franchise associated with them. The sad part is that most of my film investments this summer are not with original films, but with Star Trek: Into Darkness and now, The Man of Steel. The Man of Steel is Warner … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Friday: The Man of Steel
Review of DawnSinger by Janalyn Voigt
This is not Speculative Fiction Friday as yet, but I honestly believe that there needs to be more Christian speculative fiction and fantasy. I discovered DawnSinger, and I believe that what we have here is something that can compete with J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. One of the reasons that I don't read many fantasy books is that they tend to fall into conventions. I … [Read more...] about Review of DawnSinger by Janalyn Voigt
LeapFrog unveils the LeapPad Ultra
I'm sure that most of you have heard of Leap Frog before, and if you haven't, you should note an entire aisle of your local Wal-Mart toy department devoted to it. LeapFrog makes electronic, educational toys that are usually green, which would is befitting their Leap Frog name. They are also kid-tough, which means it can handle little hands and what they can dish out. The … [Read more...] about LeapFrog unveils the LeapPad Ultra
Adidas Springblade could change the running game
Adidas has recently created the Springblade, which is a shoe that has angled "blades" that put kinetic energy forward, so you will have a "more efficient stride". Apparently, these blades instantaneously react to any environment, to compress and release energy for a push-off. I can't help but wonder if it will be awkward for first time users, but hey, I think it is just … [Read more...] about Adidas Springblade could change the running game
iFetch throws the ball for your dog
Well, I figured that since I have covered the cool Kickstarter project Poppy, a 3D video/photo viewer for the iPhone, I should cover the iFetch. Now, the iFetch is not an iPhone or iPad accessory, but it is made to make life easier, for dog owners. The iFetch is designed for dogs to play fetch with itself, and yes, that does sound really bad now that I have written it … [Read more...] about iFetch throws the ball for your dog
Poppy allows shooting of 3D videos on the iPhone, Viewmaster style!
I am not certain if we really want 3D, as this come-and-go fad might have peaked shortly after Avatar was released. Still, if you want to take 3D videos and photos on your iPhone, you might want to look into a Kickstarter project called Poppy. Poppy is a non-electronic way of making 3D, which works a lot like a Viewmaster. You know, that toy from the seventies that gave … [Read more...] about Poppy allows shooting of 3D videos on the iPhone, Viewmaster style!
Cambridge Audio Minx M5 Multimedia Speakers
I covered the Cambridge Soundworks Oontz, but I don't know if Cambridge Audio is a similar or the same company. The Minx M5 is a "powerful 2.1 audio system that reproduces computer audio with clarity, emotion, and passion". As you can see, it has a huge subwoofer for some punchy bass as well as some satellite speakers. they can be used for multimedia usage, like a laptop … [Read more...] about Cambridge Audio Minx M5 Multimedia Speakers
CM4’s Q Card case for the Samsung Galaxy S4
Is it possible that we are looking at an age where the wallet and the smartphone are becoming one? Well, I have reviewed several products for the iPhone or other smartphones that allow the user to place credit cards or even cash on the case of the phone. CM4 has created the Q Card case, specifically designed for the Galaxy S4. It can fit about three cards and cash, and … [Read more...] about CM4’s Q Card case for the Samsung Galaxy S4