Deep dives into niche interests, curiosities, experiments, hardware, software, science, and ideas that appeal to technically curious and enthusiast audiences.
Old School Vinyl Records Recycled Into Nostalgic Retro Lamps
One thing I wish I kept from my childhood is my parent's old record player. I sold it in a garage sale for a couple bucks about a decade ago, and I've regretted it every since. Kids these days will probably never see a record player in real life, and it's one of those retro gadgets that would be so ...
Doctors Who Play Video Games More Likely To Perform Successful Surgery
If there is one thing that people in the United States have learned about the healthcare system here, it's that you have to take personal responsibility for asking your doctor the right questions pertaining to your health. If you don't do that, you're leaving the quality of your healthcare to chance ...
Handmade Star Wars Soap Will Keep You From Smelling Like A Wampa
Christmas is my favorite time of year, and I always start my Christmas shopping in October. I can't help it. I love buying little gifts for the special people in my life. Today I was on a hunt for some stocking stuffers, and as usual, I hit Etsy. I found something there that I instantly knew I wante ...
An Extraterrestrial Predator Head Carved From A Humongous Tree Stump
There are a lot of things you can do with an old tree stump. You could make a swing, you could chop it into firewood, or you could even carve it into an extraterrestrial Predator head. When you look at these pictures, you'll see that wasn't such a bad idea. This tree stump Predator sculpture was cre ...
Pedal-Powered Bicycle Treehouse Elevator Takes You Up In Style
There's just something about treehouses that makes them special. Whether it's built to be a clubhouse for kids or an elaborate weekend getaway for adults, treehouses come in all styles, shapes and sizes. Most of the time people find their way into a treehouse by climbing a treestaircase or ladder of ...
How To Make An ‘Instagram Selfie Photo’ Halloween Costume (Super Easy)
If you're like most people I know, you want to wear an original, creative Halloween costume this year, but you don't have a lot of time to put it together. We all know the best costumes are homemade, but with our busy lives, who can squeeze that into the daily schedule? I found something you might w ...
This Will Keep You Busy At Work: Fold A Millennium Falcon Origami Ship
People who are good at origami are like magicians to me. I've made a couple basic origami designs, but for the most part, I usually finish with a crumpled up piece of paper. It's definitely a skill that takes patience, determination and a little luck. Maybe what we need is just an illustrated tutori ...
Ultimate Workstation For Designers (It Even Has Auto Coffee Dispenser)
There have been a lot of innovative workstations presented over the years. We've written about many of them. Some are geared towards gamers, others are focused on designers, and I remember one that even looked like an airplane cockpit. Everyone has their own idea about what the perfect workstation l ...
LEGO Watches For Adults: A Geeky Collection To Drool Over
LEGO watches for kids are nothing new, but next month, LEGO is releasing a collection of watches for adults, and they look fantastic. The collection is called the Lego Watch System, and aside from the fact that they're mostly made out of plastic, they pass the geed cred test. They will be available ...
Cocktail Time: 9 Geeky Mixed Drinks Inspired By Pokémon Characters
It's always such a blast from the past to write about anything Pokémon related. Almost every geek I know goes through a Pokémon stage at one point, and when you're in the middle of it, it's a magical time. If you are planning a retro dinner party, or even if you just have some friends coming over, t ...
![Nerd vs. Geek Epic Rap Battle Finally Sets The Record Straight [Video]](https://bitrebels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/nerd-vs-geek-rap-1-optimized.jpg "Nerd vs. Geek Epic Rap Battle Finally Sets The Record Straight [Video]")
Nerd vs. Geek Epic Rap Battle Finally Sets The Record Straight [Video]
There have been countless debates about what distinguishes a geek from a nerd. I think it's silly really because true geeks don't have anything to prove, so I don't know why they even stoop to the level of a nerd to debate it. Opps...did I just type that? Nerds say geeks are hipster wannabes, and ge ...
LEGO Calendar Hangs On The Wall Yet Synchronizes With Google Calendar
If you work with many people in a busy office, you know it's tough to organize everything and everyone. Everyone has a different schedule, and people are constantly going in and out and meeting with clients. This was the scene at Vitamins Design, so they set out to find an inspiring solution for kee ...
Custom Made Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Chairs You’d Want To Sit On
If you are a fan of the teenage mutant ninja turtles like I am, you are going to love these custom chairs. They look like they are all ready to go for a competitive game of musical chairs. I didn't know this until today, but every Friday the TMNT Facebook page features fan art. Recently they feature ...
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101 Geeky Movie And TV Characters Hand Painted As Mini Sloths [Chart]
So there you are, sitting at your desk, and you need something brainlessly entertaining to look at until your next conference call. Maybe you just got off the phone with a demanding client, or maybe your art director is on your butt. Either way, you need a mental break for a minute. I've got the per ...
Han Solo In Carbonite Was Found On Planet Mercury (Not Surprising)
It's not surprising that Han Solo was found encased in carbonite on planet Mercury. I mean, we see people and faces in stuff all the time. Whether it's Jesus in toast, Elvis in a potato chip, the Virgin Mary in a 10-year-old grilled cheese sandwich or the man on the moon - it happens. Sometimes it l ...