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I Want This: NES Controller Car Engine Inside A 1989 Honda Civic
If you're a fan of the retro video games from the '80s, you will always remember the NES controller. I still have mine, and every time I look at it, that nostalgic feeling rushes over me. We've written dozens of articles about Nintendo mods and builds, but this is the first time I've seen one like t ...
Kitchen Safe: Keep Your Sugary Cravings (Or Other Addictions) In Check
Okay, so here's the problem... There are a lot of people who can't keep themselves and their sugar cravings in check. I think I speak for quite a few of us when I say that on occasion, I can't keep myself from grabbing a few extra cookies or whatever sugary sweets I have in the kitchen. It's such an ...
Programmable Interactive LEGO Bricks Inspired By Video Games
These days, kids learn how to interact with apps the moment they can hold a mobile device. Kids born today are part of the first generation of true digital natives. With all the technology kids have at their disposal, they will most likely not be as impressed as we were with simple toys like LEGO br ...
Xbox One First Impressions: Is It Already Outdated?
So, Microsoft has released the new Xbox, the Xbox One. Is it the leap forward over the previous Xbox that it needs to be, or has Microsoft dropped the ball? I’m no expert, and can’t speak in great detail on it, but there were a few off-the-bat impressions I had on the announcement that I thought wer ...
Father & Son Build Insanely Impressive Retro 80s Arcade In Basement
It's summertime once again, and this time of year always reminds me of the late '80s when my mom would drop me off at the arcade with a handful of quarters and my dreams of high scores. I spent a few summers in those '80s arcades, and back then, it was a rite of passage, and it was where all the coo ...
Largest Console Collection In The World Will Make You Drool
Welcome to the most retrofied article of the day! The chance of you clicking forward to this article because you love consoles is quite high, and before I get into the detail of it all, just know you are not going to be disappointed. What you are about to lay eyes on today is nothing less than true ...
Infinity Mirror Computer Desk Design Is A Trippy Adventure
In today's competitive business environment, online and offline, it's important to stay creative and innovative. Without those two things, coming up with new ideas is harder than squeezing blood from a turnip. Sometimes the best way to feel creative and fresh at work is to revamp your actual workspa ...
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Video Game Evolution: From Pong To WoW [Infographic]
When the personal computer was introduced to us back in the day, all of us were mesmerized by the optimization it allowed. The computer was meant to make computation and writing easier. But with innovation comes inspiration and creativity, and that soon led to people starting to create video games. ...
11 Wedding Favors That Will Add Some Geekiness To Your Special Day
Are you a TGB? If you’re reading this article about geeky wedding favors, you probably are, even if you haven’t accepted it yet. TCB stands for “Token Geeky Bridesmaid.” It’s a term that I just coined, but trust me, I’ve played the role in enough weddings to know what I’m talking about. I am a TCB. ...
Smart Belt Keeps Your Credit Cards & Valuables Safe
I think I read about pickpocket thieves at least once a week these days. They are spreading and certainly creating havoc in unsuspecting people's lives. We all try to be careful where we put our phones, wallets and keys. To some extent, we have become too aware, and we risk being conned that way ins ...
Beer Pong Arcade Game Set To Reach Your Corner Pub Soon
There are a lot of different drinking games that could liven up a party like nothing else. The most common one, and the one most people probably know about, is of course beer pong (also called Beirut). There are no official rules for beer pong, and they can vary quite a bit. The general rules are th ...
22 Stylish & Geeky Cufflinks For The Well Dressed Geek
When it comes to stereotypes, people sometimes expect a geek to be some kind of South Park Kenny, coat wearing, sit in the dark at home in your mother's basement type of person who doesn’t like social functions. Guess what? Geeks come in all shapes and sizes, but there is one thing we all agree on…w ...
Chrome Experiment Turns Every Website Into A Maze Game
I think we are all aware of the constant battle that browsers rage on each other. Each browser tries to get all the users, and they promote their browser and features. I think anyone who is browsing the web knows there are more and more browsers made available. It's a jungle that is sometimes hard t ...
DIY Google Glass-Like Gadget Could Be An Alternative To The Real Thing
When Google Glass comes out, will you pay $1,500 or a little less for it? A couple days ago on the Project Glass Google+ page, they announced that Google Glass would be compatible with prescription glasses, which could open the door for a lot more people to try them. If you like the idea of Google G ...
Oreo Cookie Separator Machines For The Sci-Fi Cookie Eater
In a world where pretty much everything is optimized, the current theme seems to be about how we can optimize our eating. Yesterday I wrote about the incredible food feeder helmet MMM3000 that was delivered to YouTube star Tom Syndicate. That device enables you to be fed Fridge Raiders while playing ...