hack on Technabob...
Kinect Hacked to Operate on Android
 |
Hackers and modders often look at things like a mountain climber. You don’t really need a reason to hack (or climb) something; you just do it because it’s there. Such is the case with this hack that makes the Microsoft Kinect work with the Android platform.… |
February 14th, 2011
Starbucks App Easily Hacked with Phone Cam?
 |
If you are a user of the Starbucks app that lets you pay for your coffee using a barcode on your smartphone screen, you need to be aware of a very easy to take advantage of vulnerability in the app. It’s not a security issue where someone can hack into… |
February 10th, 2011
Robo-Rainbows: Complicated Ways to Vandalize with Rainbows
 |
Wouldn’t the world be better with a few more rainbows? If you thought at any point you were a vandal and “left your mark” just know that you will never be as memorable as this guy. Why would I make such a bold statement? This guy spreads full-on rainbows with… |
February 4th, 2011
Build a DIY Hand-Cranked USB Charger
 |
If your phone dies in the woods, how do you charge it? Sure, you can bring a backup battery, but what if you’re out there for an extended period of time? You do have options of solar power, or maybe even wind power. But why not just spend a little… |
January 26th, 2011
Super Backwards Mario Bros.
 |
If you thought playing Super Mario Bros.… was too easy, why not flip your world on its ear, and play the game backwards. No, I don’t mean starting the game on World 8-4, I mean really play it backwards. |
January 23rd, 2011
Lunchtime Clock Hack is Pure Genius, Will Inevitably Get You Fired
 |
Looking for a great way to get a little extra time during the day at work? Well don’t tell anyone we told you this, but this clever hack could extend your lunch hour every single day – at least until your boss catches on.… |
January 18th, 2011
MeeBlip Synthesizer Kit Encourages Hacking
 |
If you’re into making electronic sounds and like to really get under the hood of your electronics, the MeeBlip is a new synthesizer kit designed for ease of assembly and hacking.… |
January 17th, 2011
Project HiJack Steals Power from iOS Headphone Jack
 |
I’m not a developer of accessories or gear for iOS devices, but I would have to imagine that much of the cost to develop the accessories would have to be the fees associated with Apple certification and the plugs and such you need to work with the docking connector. Some… |
January 17th, 2011
Kinect Controls Humanoid Robot: Giant Robotic Army Not Far Away
 |
Another day, another Kinect hack. This particular hack is quite cool, mapping the body movements of a human onto the joints of a humanoid robot.… |
January 15th, 2011
Epic Geek Mashup Uses PC, Kinect and Wii Controls
 |
When it comes to playing video games, I head for the PC anytime it’s a shooter. I like driving and racing games on consoles, but other genres are PC or GTFO for me. One geek has taken his PC and Call of Duty…, and then hacked up a system |
January 13th, 2011
