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teeny tiny r2-d2 ready to hack open tiny blast doors

tiny scale robot r2-d2

MAKE is calling this the world’s smallest R2-D2, and who knows? It might be. I’m not sure whether or not there’s a movement out there dedicated to fitting a beloved ‘bot into a tiny shell, but if there is, this guy’s creation may just be the champion of all time, since this R2 makes that…

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October 12th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: cool toys robots strange + wonderful technology

boy you lookin’ hot: mini lighter cufflinks

mini-lighter-cufflinks

You’ve been stealing glances at each other the whole night. All you see is that hot little number with the shiny red dress, everything else is black and white. She finishes her drink, and sashays off to the terrace, the light bouncing off her hips as they sway. You adjust your tie and follow her.…

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October 6th, 2009 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

filed under: gadgets geek art + craft just plain fun strange + wonderful

tiny robotic bats invade!

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Next time you see a bat flying about the evening sky, you’d better look close to make sure you’re not being observed by one of these miniature flying robot bats instead of the real thing.

Researchers at North Carolina State University are developing a micro-aerial vehicle (MAV) built with a body structure that mimics a…

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July 15th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: future tech robots strange + wonderful technology weird science

mili pro pocket projector for iphone and ipods

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Pocket projectors are starting to pop up everywhere, but this is the first time I’ve seen one that’s designed to work so seamlessly with the iPhone and iPods.

Phonesuit’s upcoming MiLi Pro projector combines a pocket-sized projector with the practicality of a dock. Just set your iPhone or compatible iPod into the dock connector, and…

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June 27th, 2009 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: digital imaging gadgets media players mobile tech technology

benq joybee gp1 mini projector hands-on review

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I recently had the opportunity to get my hands on the brand new BENQ Joybee GP1 mini projector and put it through its paces.

The Joybee GP1 may have a silly name, but under the covers this tiny little projector means business. The compact projector measures in at just 5.35″ (w) x 2.24″ (H) x…

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June 5th, 2009 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: gadgets home entertainment mobile tech technology video

pac-man and galaga ornaments perfect for any holiday

pac_man_galaga_ornaments

Sure, Christmas is almost seven months away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start getting in the spirit really, really early. Especially if you really, really love your retro video games.

I first eyed Hallmark’s keepsake Pac-Man holiday ornament back in December 2008, and grabbed one for my tree then. Now it turns out that they’re…

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May 29th, 2009 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft just plain fun retro video games

portable hdtv antenna: powerq powerhd-100 packs a punch in a portable package

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If you’ve put off getting ready for the final analog to digital television transition, and don’t want to bother with cable or satellite, your only choice is over-the-air digital TV. This sub-compact antenna is designed to help ease the transition without cluttering your tabletop with a giant antenna.

PowerQ’s PowerHD-100 antenna is only 6.5″ wide,…

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May 11th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: home entertainment mobile tech technology video

tec lingo wireless mouse: for computer savvy babies, gnomes

lingo-mouse

This week’s words of wisdom come from five English women with somewhat talented songwriters: Too much of something is bad enough (bad eno~ugh). Alas, such is the case with the Lingo, a wireless mouse from Japanese company TEC. The Lingo is a mouse that is so small its user will take care not to sneeze…

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May 8th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

filed under: computing gadgets just plain fun

sneaky stick: portable hidden camera with built-in DVR and audio

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Want to know who keeps on stealing your drink from the office fridge? The drink that you so clearly labeled with your full name along with a fingerprint of your right thumb to eliminate all ambiguity as to the ownership of said drink? You could either ask each and everyone of your co-workers, or you…

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April 19th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: lambert v.

filed under: audio gadgets mobile tech technology video

technabob quickpix: when a picture is worth 1000 words

bergmonch folding bike gets flat on your back

bergmonch folding bicycle backpack portable hiking biking

The Bergmönch folding bicycle is small enough to actually fold up into a backpack, and weighs in at just 9.5kg (appx. 21 pounds).

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February 2nd, 2009 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: cool toys quickpix

tiny backlit wireless keyboard: fat fingers need not apply

backlit_tiny_keyboard

Do you have teeny tiny fingers? Do you like to type? How ’bout in the dark? Well have I got a deal for you. This pint-sized keyboard is perfect for small hands, typing with the lights off.

Did I happen to mention this mini illuminated keyboard is wireless too? Just plug the included dongle into…

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January 9th, 2009 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: computing gadgets technology

nanovision mimo 7-inch mini monitor hands-on review

Nanovision Mimo UM-710 7-inch LCD Monitor

A few weeks back, I came across these cool looking Nanovision Mimo mini computer displays. At the time, there was no way to buy these minuscule monitors outside of Korea. Now, for the first time, you can buy these displays in North America. And thanks to the guys over at The Gadgeteers, I’ve now had…

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December 1st, 2008 comments (34) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: digital imaging gadgets technology video

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