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I know, I know. Halloween isn’t even here yet and I’m talking about Christmas already. But when I saw these new ornaments over on Suck UK’s site today, I had to mention them.
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October 14th, 2009
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author: technabob
filed under: design geek art + craft strange + wonderful
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Looking for a serious arcade controller for your PlayStation 3? Then look no further than this new joystick from XCM.
The XCM Rumble Stick not only gives your PS3 games that authentic arcade feel, but offers built-in vibration feedback under the hood – a rarity for arcade sticks. The beefy metallic controller weighs in at…
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April 30th, 2009
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author: technabob
filed under: video games

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This gold bullion mouse is sure to make your friends and co-workers think that you’ve got money to burn – especially when you plug it into a matching gold brick USB hub and then plug that into your gold MacBook Pro. Available from Iwantoneofthose for £24.99 (appx. $35 USD). And no, it’s not actually made…
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April 8th, 2009
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author: technabob
filed under: computing design just plain fun quickpix
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With the holidays bearing down upon us, it’s only a matter of time before your great aunt Mildred shows up wearing one of her infamous sequined reindeer sweaters. Why should she have all the fun dressing up for the holidays? Now your iPhone can join in the festivities too.
These shiny new Noel cases from…
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November 15th, 2008
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author: technabob
filed under: design media players mobile tech
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The guys over at Computer Choppers (who previously gave us the gold-plated MacBook Pro and the digg casemod) have a new trick up their sleeves. Working their secret alchemy, they’ve managed to coat the matte aluminum surfaces of Apple’s latest 24-inch iMacs with shiny chrome and other metallic platings.
The Choppers plan on offering over…
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February 2nd, 2008
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author: technabob
filed under: computing hacks + mods
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These cute little clip-on MP3 players from Korea come in a seven candy-like colors (one for each day of the week) sure to appeal to teenage girls around the globe.
The minuscule Titi MP3 Player by Floral Mobile definitely has its sights set on Apple’s iPod Shuffle, offering a simple control interface and no display.…
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January 5th, 2008
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author: technabob
filed under: design media players
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Looking for a cool gift for the geek who has everything? I really dig this shiny new digital watch and its dramatic styling.
Concealed behind the mirrored face of the Reflection watch dwells a bright red LED display which only shows itself when illuminated. When it’s not telling the time, it’s perfect for checking out…
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December 13th, 2007
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author: technabob
filed under: design timepieces
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Remember that 24-karat gold plated MacBook Pro I told you about the other day? Well the case mod gods over at Computer Choppers were kind enough to send me over photos of the finished product, and it looks even more fantastic than I had envisioned.
Other than the diamond-encrusted Apple logo and the LCD screen,…
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October 5th, 2007
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author: technabob
filed under: computing design hacks + mods
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The talented case modders from Computer Choppers are currently working on a project to create a golden Apple MacBook Pro laptop. I’m not talking about a little spray paint here. This mod includes a full 24-karat gold plating of the case.
They’ve even gone so far to color-match the keyboard, then re-engrave the letters for…
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September 28th, 2007
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author: technabob
filed under: computing design hacks + mods
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Console mod shop XCMLiVE is now offering a chrome case mod for the Nintendo Wii. The case is a complete replacement shell kit that covers all sides of the Wii and includes a chrome finish stand as well.
The Chrome I-Case for Wii costs $37.99 and should start shipping around the end of March (you…
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March 18th, 2007
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author: technabob
filed under: video games