Tech
Eclipse Solar Gear keeps you charged at all times - Sun, 23 Nov 2008
With the amount of traveling we do these days as well as the huge number of functions crammed into most devices released in recent memory, it goes without saying that battery life is of utmost importance. All that running around and staying connected ain’t something we all like either, as the office requires us to [...]
iCellar - the 12 Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cellar - Sun, 23 Nov 2008
If you’re a wine lover, chances are you already have a cellar of sorts in your home. If you haven’t yet done so already, perhaps the iCellar is worth a consideration? After all, don’t you think you need to reward yourself with something nice this Christmas to detach yourself from the woes and concerns of [...]
Gadget summary via images - Sat, 22 Nov 2008
Gallery of posts up to 11-22-2008
Lemur Autovision to help increase road safety - Sat, 22 Nov 2008
If used correctly, that is. The Lemur Autovision is a device that is a snap to install in just about any vehicle, and it helps you get a clearer picture on your driving, recording important information like speed, distance and brakes while you tear up asphalt in your vehicle. Parents who review such data after [...]
Trossen Robotics offer new MechRC Humanoid Robot - Sat, 22 Nov 2008
Trossen Robotics will be making available its new MechRC Humanoid Robot to the masses in the US, and parents can breath easy since this Christmas present won’t break the $1,000 barrier in terms of pricing. That doesn’t mean it is affordable for everyone though, since it is still pretty pricey at $599.99 - definitely not [...]
Nextar Peanut MP3 Player - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
MP3 Players are nothing new, especially those non-video playing brands like the iPod nano and the Creative Zen Stone. It appears that Nextar is getting in on this midget MP3 action with the Nextar MA588, otherwise known as the Peanut.
It is called the Peanut for its shape, and it is available in both 1GB [...]
Neuros Link gives your Television Access to Online Video Streaming - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Since I do a lot of work on my computer during prime time hours, I miss a lot of shows. I do most of my serious TV watching from network websites on my laptop. Personally, I think video streaming is one of the greatest inventions for those who don’t own a TiVo. [...]
The Teabag Coffin hides away teabags - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
I am a major tea addict, but one serious issue I have with tea is the teabag. I know it’s ridiculous but I can’t just leave it sitting out on the table and I don’t usually have a saucer handy. I just flat out don’t like having the messy teabag laying out even if I [...]
Scala Rider Q2 for Motorcyclists Taking Calls on the Road - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Considering the recent United States legislation that has come out against drivers using cellular phones behind the wheel, I haven’t heard anything about similar laws being passed on motorcyclists. I guess I figured that motorcyclists can’t answer the phone and drive with one hand, and the helmets that they are supposed to be wearing [...]
Multifunction keychain with built-in universal remote - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Keychains rarely have useful, much less multiple useful functions. However, this little guy may be small but he is packed full of all kinds of useful items. First of all is the universal tv remote, which makes it so that you can turn the volume up or down as well as change channels and shut [...]
Bridge Constructed By Shooting Cable-Carrying Rockets Across Huge Valley - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Just look at that bridge. I was almost tempted to call it Photoshopped, but then I remembered I'm not a stupid idiot. The Siduhe Grand Bridge has been in construction for over 4 years and stands 2,132 feet above the ground below. Holy shit! One of the initial problems with building the bridge was how to get the 3,200ft long cables across the valley. The answer? Attach them to rockets and blast them across.
so you've erected the enormous towers on each side of the deep valley, deeper than any valley previously bridged. how do you get a pilot cable from one tower to the next? previous solutions have included: attaching the cable to a kite and flying it over (e.g. niagara falls suspension bridge), carrying one end by helicopter (e.g. akashi kaikyo bridge) and floating one end on a boat (e.g. brooklyn bridge). the brains behind the siduhe bridge decided to ignore all those options and break another record instead. they attached the 3200ft cables to rockets and accurately fired them over the valley, becoming the first people to do so.Hell yes! Ah, ingenuity at its finest. And also, rocket power. PSSSSSHOOOW! But seriously, for a case of beer I'll let you shoot me out of a cannon. Two cases and I'll wear a paper hat. Hit the jump for several pictures of the actual rocket firings. Pretty cool stuff.
Wrong, Just Wrong: World's Worst Cookbook - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
This is the world's worst cookbook. It's called Natural Harvest: A collection of semen-based recipes. I just puked in my mouth a little.
Semen is not only nutritious, but it also has a wonderful texture and amazing cooking properties. Like fine wine and cheeses, the taste of semen is complex and dynamic. Semen is inexpensive to produce and is commonly available in many, if not most, homes and restaurants. Despite all of these positive qualities, semen remains neglected as a food. This book hopes to change that. Once you overcome any initial hesitation, you will be surprised to learn how wonderful semen is in the kitchen. Semen is an exciting ingredient that can give every dish you make an interesting twist. If you are a passionate cook and are not afraid to experiment with new ingredients - you will love this cook book!The 61-page cookbook costs $25 and looks like a joke. So I put one in my shopping cart and proceeded to the checkout waiting for some sort of April Fool's notification. Nope, I just ordered a semen cookbook. Product Page (which, if you go to you can actually use the little picture on the left to look through some of the book. Which I totally didn't do. Thanks to Julian, who invited me over for dinner. NOM NOM NOM!
Record Base Jump Off The Burj Dubai - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Kitty Born With Two Faces Is Cute, Meow-y - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
A kitten was born in Australia on Wednesday with two faces. It is super cute and made me wish all pets had more faces. But then I realized how expensive it would be to feed all those extra faces, and decided it wasn't so awesome afer all.
The two-faced feline was one of three in a litter and appears to be doing well. It hasn't got a name yet, but the owner is thinking of calling it Quasi Modo, according to local news Web site inmycommunity.com.au.Yeah, Quasi Modo, that won't fuck it up for life. You might as well saw off a couple legs and name it Cripples. A closeup after the jump.
Soda Dispenser Dispenses From The Bottom - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Yarrr, Doubloons!: Live Pirate Map Shows You Where The Plundering Is Going Down - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Pirates, they used to wear cool hats. Now? Not so much. But you can still check out their exploits on the International Maritime Bureau's "live piracy map" (based on Google Maps). You know, to see where the booty's being plundered.
Just drill down by using the zoom slider, and click on a flag to see what kind of crime took place. All are labeled with the type of ship, as well as whether the pirates successfully hijacked it or merely boarded. Certain areas, like this one off the coast of East Africa, are pirate paradises. The seas around Singapore and Malaysia are also packed with pirates.You know where else is packed with pirates? My pants. Isn't that right you little swashbuckling bastards? Haha, just kidding -- they're crabs. I still gave them pirate names though. Stop it Captain Clawhands, that tickles! Hit the jump for one more map and a link to interactive version in case you can't find the one I cleverly hid in the text of the post.
Damnit, This Makes Me Sadder Than Hell - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Abraham Briggs, a 19-year old from Florida, killed himself with pills while 1,500 people watched his streaming webcam on Justin.tv. Goddamnit.
He had told others on a chat forum that he planned to kill himself and posted a suicide note on another forum before taking the pills and turning on his webcam. Because he had made similar threats in the past, moderators did not take him seriously and other forum members even encouraged him to kill himself. He then posted his suicide note. "I have reached out for help so many times, and yet I believe, I was turned away because of the things I did, that it is a punishment I am willing to take, for I know that being who I am has only brought myself and others pain." While he lay dead on the bed after the overdose, many forum members continued to insult him, thinking the suicide was staged.Fucking fuck this makes me sad. There's just no reason for it. No reason for Abraham to kill himself, and no reason for a bunch of assholes to egg him on. Now I'm no trained professional, but know that I'm here for all of you -- I'm only an email away. And remember: there is no Geekologie in hell. Bodybuilder commits suicide live on web while viewers abuse him [metro] Thanks Asbo and Robert. RIP Abraham.
God's Facebook: Genesis Edition - Fri, 21 Nov 2008
This is God's Facebook page from the time of Genesis. Unfortunately, I only have screenshots of it because the dude won't accept my friendship request. You sell your soul to the devil for a blogging job ONE TIME....
Hit it for the rest, which I thought was pretty clever.
Must Read: Man Caught Red Handed And Hairy Palmed With Bottle Of Pasta Sauce - Thu, 20 Nov 2008
Hell no this doesn't have anything to do with gadgets or gizmos, but it is awesome. In a "boy, I'm really glad I'm not that guy" kind of way. Long story short: a man pleasuring himself with a jar of pasta sauce led cops on a low speed chase in Australia. Long story long:
A man caught near Nobbys (!!) Beach with his penis in a pasta sauce jar led police on a 20 km/h car chase, Newcastle Local Court heard yesterday. Police drew their weapons when they suspected Keith Roy Weatherley, 46, was armed. Instead, they found him partially clothed with his genitals in a jar, a police statement said. The chase lasted five to 10 minutes, with a top speed of just 20 km/h, before Weatherley was stopped at Centenary Drive, Newcastle. He refused to leave the car. Four officers used batons and capsicum spray to remove him. They found a 750-millilitre jar around his penis and noted that Weatherley attempted to continue "pleasuring himself in between bouts of wrestling". A search of his car uncovered pornography, a home-made sex aid, women's stockings and a Jack Russell terrier.Wow, continuing to pleasure yourself while wrestling with the cops. That's....well that's just ballsy (ZING!). And I don't even want to discuss the contents of his car. But what I do want to discuss is what kind of pasta jar he was using. And also, was there still sauce in it? Traditional tomato-based or alfredo? Did he add pesto? I bet he added pesto. Man caught with penis in pasta jar [theherald] Thanks to Matt, who insists hot sauce bottles are where it's at. Thanks buddy, my penis just spontaneously combusted.
WTF Is That?: Weird Super Mario Cartoon - Thu, 20 Nov 2008
This is part of a Super Mario cartoon. It's called Super Mario: Depression. Hit the jump to see the whole thing, I had to cut it into three pieces just to get it up. It's freaking weird. And kind of made me sad. A world with a depressed Mario is no world I want to live in.
Places to move:
outerspace
your mom's house
your house
Washington D.C.
Candyland
Mushroom Kingdom
Hit it to check the whole thing out.
