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N-Product Deckster iPod nano Watch Strap Comes with an Eject Button

Range — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 17:00:14 +0000

What I first thought to be a watch that mimicked a Nixie vacuum tube display is actually a strap to house your iPod nano 6G (and then just set the nano to its Nixie display mode). The Canadian-made N-Product Deckster looks quite distinctive and different from the other iPod nano watch straps that I’ve come across.

This is N-Product’s first watch design, and it’s made out of aircraft-grade aluminum. The casing features an eject function, that is reminiscent of an old cassette tape player. Unlike most nano watchbands, the Deckster allows you to easily remove the iPod nano without having to mess with hex screws other fasteners.

All nano functions are accessible through the casing, including the headphone jack and volume controls.

It’s available with either red or black leather bands. There’s also versions with a bike tire or innertube rubber band. While it looks great, the Deckster is not exactly cheap – with prices ranging from $150 to $165(USD). No iPod Nanos are included at this price.

[via dezeen]

DIY Scarf Camera Strap Keeps Your Camera on with Style

Range — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:00:18 +0000

Lugging around your camera to take photos can be tiresome, especially if it’s a DSLR, which is why I like the idea of this scarf camera strap combination. The best part is that you can DIY, however you’ll need to be able to sew and find the right components to make this work and not end up with your precious camera on the ground.

This hack comes courtesy of Stacie Grissom and it uses a silk scarf, that needs to be about 60 inches in length, three key rings, and a couple of other odds and ends. The ends of the scarf will need to be cut, then folded over and sewn with the a keyring popped in. Two small leather straps can be added to decorate your scarf-strap to make it look cooler.

The end result is a pretty sturdy and stylish looking camera strap – though you won’t be able to use it to keep your neck warm with that camera attached. Of course, you can really do this with any fabric you want, so you can have your own personal design.

Head on over to Photojojo for instructions on how to make your own scarf camera strap.

Padlette iPad Handle Help You Hang on to Your Tablet

Lambert Varias — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 12:54:34 +0000

The iPad’s size makes it a great portable computer. I think 10 inches is the sweet spot for browsing and watching videos. Unfortunately it also makes for an unwieldy gadget that’s hard to hold on to without a case. ColorWare came out with a solution the only way they know how – by making an insanely expensive product that comes in a bajillion colors. If you really need a better way to hold your iPad but are sensible enough to not buy ColorWare’s Grip, you may want to check out Padlette.

The Padlette is a silicone strap that’s attached diagonally to the iPad. Your hand should fit nicely in the hole in the middle, much like the hole in a painter’s palette. Since it’s flexible, you can still use it even if your tablet has a protective case or sleeve.

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Padlette comes in seven colors, including a glow-in-the-dark variant. It certainly pales in comparison to ColorWare’s color options, but at least it only costs $25 (USD), not $300. You can get it now from One Hand Clapping.

[via Wired]

Rubik’s Cube for Dummies

Technabob — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 19:26:24 +0000

If solving that old 3×3 Rubik’s Cube is too daunting for you, maybe this version will make things a bit easier.

The miniature 2×2 Cube is just one example of the kind of ridiculous stuff that people attach to their cell phones in Japan. Online mega-mall Rakuten has these mini-cubes for just ¥320 (which is just about $2.50 USD.)

[via TOKYOMANGO]