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fuzebox: retro 8-bit gaming goes open source

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Always thought you could improve on the gameplay of Tetris? Fancy yourself the creator of the next Super Mario Brothers? Thanks to this open source gaming system – if you’ve got the programming chops, you’ve got the chance to make the next great 8-bit video game.

The Fuzebox is a complete 8-bit gaming platform in…

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March 11th, 2009 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: hacks + mods retro video games

drawdio music pencil lets you doodle electronic sounds

Drawdio Electronic Pencil

Feeling musically inclined, but haven’t the time or knowledge to write sheet music? Now you can produce your own sonic creations simply by doodling on a piece of paper.

Designed by Adafruit (in collaboration with Jay Silver), Drawdio is an analog synthesizer circuit that straps to any soft-leaded pencil, and lets you crank out electronic…

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December 2nd, 2008 comments (4) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: audio cool toys technology

the brain machine will make your head spin

Brain Machine Kit from MAKE

The guys over at MAKE recently showed visitors how to make a “Brain Machine”, a trippy looking device which reaches into your mind and helps you to chill out. Now, thanks to the miracle of modern science, you can buy one in kit form and try it on for yourself.

The Brain Machine Kit comes…

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July 13th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets hacks + mods strange + wonderful