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xcm xbox 360 controller shell: the real hot coffee mod

xcm_coffee_controller_mod

The latest controller modding kit from XCM is perfect for java junkies.

The case replaces the outside of your Xbox 360 controller with a rich, delicious coffee-colored shell.


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January 5th, 2010 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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incase chrome slider iphone cases almost double as flash

incase_chrome_iphone_case

While the beamer case has a built-in flash, Incase’s Chrome Slider Cases are just plain flashy and will definitely pimp out your phone, no batteries needed.

So shiny! I wonder if they’ll get smudged by fingerprints and stuff. The cases are made of hardshell plastic and have rubber guardrails for shock absorption, and impact…


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November 24th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

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hand grenade xmas ornaments: o holy hand grenade

hand_grenade_ornament

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 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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xcm rumble joystick gives ps3 arcade gaming a serious shake-up

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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…


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April 30th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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gold brick mouse is 999.9 pure ridiculosity

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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…


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April 8th, 2009 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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more noel cases dress up iphones for the holidays

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…


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November 15th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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chrome and shiny metal imacs on the way

iMac Chrome

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…


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February 2nd, 2008 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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titi mp3 player: cool design, unfortunate name

Titi Clip-on MP3 Player

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…


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January 5th, 2008 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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reflection led watch: mirror, mirror on your wrist

Reflection Red LED Watch

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…


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December 13th, 2007 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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gold macbook pro finished, looks amazing

Gold MacBook Pro from Computer Choppers

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…


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October 5th, 2007 comments (11) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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golden apple macbook pro: is this trump’s computer?

Gold MacBook Pro from Computer Choppers

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…


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September 28th, 2007 comments (10) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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chrome your wii

XCM Chrome Case for Wii

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…


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March 18th, 2007 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

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