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Yes, whereas Neil Armstrong had to walk on the moon… to get to say his famous quote, this robot only had to open doors and plug power cords and voila – Robot Armstrong. How unfair is that. Seriously though, robotics company Willow Garage are on to something here. No matter
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June 12th, 2009 by: Lambert Varias
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I’ve been waiting a really long time to buy some sort of box for concealing all my gadget A/C adapters and cords, and I think I’ve finally found the one that I want sitting on my counter. This has to be the best looking electronic gadget charging station – ever.…
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June 5th, 2009 by: Technabob
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Ever find yourself out in the middle of nowhere with not a single drop of power left in your digital gadgets? Then you might just have to grab the new Freeloader Pro, a compact device designed to charge up your portable electronics with the power of the sun.
The pocket-sized…
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May 30th, 2009 by: Technabob
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These whimsical salt and pepper shakers get their inspiration from a couple of good old D-cell batteries.
The guys over at Antrepo Design Industry created these prototype battery-sized Salt & Pepper Cells out of stainless steel and glass. You can even tell how much salt and pepper you have remaining…
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May 23rd, 2009 by: Technabob

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This electrical dude has got to be my favorite power strip ever. All other power cords in the universe should immediately be destroyed and replaced with an army of Electric Men. Do your part and head over to Urban Outfitters start plugging them in everywhere.…
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February 13th, 2009 by: Technabob
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Ever find yourself out and about when your cell phone runs out of juice? Did you know you can recharge your portable gadgets anywhere, even when there’s no available power source?
Just plug your gadgets into this handy hand crank charger and get to cranking. The SUPERBattery from Datexx lets…
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January 16th, 2009 by: Technabob
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UK lighting maker Mathmos’ latest creation combines modern technology with eco-conscious wind power to create light without need for batteries or plug-in power.
These Wind Lights measure in at just under 8″ tall, but they work just like their bigger windmill cousins, generating electricity through the power of air. Each…
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November 12th, 2008 by: Technabob
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MINI today announced that they’ll be giving up to 500 test drivers the opportunity to test drive the new no-carbon footprint electric MINI E before it’s released.
The diminutive 3-door MINI E is powered by a 100% electric motor (hybrids are for wusses), and still manages to go from 0…
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October 18th, 2008 by: Technabob
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How many times have you pulled the flashlight out of your utility drawer only to find out it can barely light up 2 feet in front of your face? This insanely bright flashlight certainly doesn’t have that problem.
As a matter of fact, the Torch flashlight is so intense that…
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August 8th, 2008 by: Technabob
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Why is it that Japan gets so many of the coolest gadgets long before we get them here in the states? While these compact USB chargers aren’t going to blow your mind, I certainly would like to get my hands on a few to throw into my travel bag.
The…
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April 14th, 2008 by: Technabob