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October 9, 2020

When Is a Shoe Not a Shoe? When It’s a Cake, Naturally.

When Is a Shoe Not a Shoe? When It’s a Cake, Naturally.
I’ve heard the old expression “I’ll eat my hat” when betting on something improbable. But I’ve never heard anyone say, “I’ll eat my shoe.” But I’d definitely eat my shoe if it were actually a delicious cake.…
September 13, 2016

Zubits Shoe Closures Replace Knots with Magnets

Zubits Shoe Closures Replace Knots with Magnets
We don’t all have Back to the Future sneakers yet, with self tying shoelaces, but Zubits may be the next best thing right now. This little doodads are magnetic shoe closures that easily snap together so that you don’t have to worry about your laces.…
October 13, 2013

Nike Flyknit Air Max: So Light You Might Float Away

Nike Flyknit Air Max: So Light You Might Float Away
I’ve been waiting for this for about a year, and finally, Nike has announced the release of a sneaker that will combine Flyknit technology with a full Air Max cushioning.…
September 1, 2013

Nike LeBron 11 Shoes: Lighter Than Ever

Nike LeBron 11 Shoes: Lighter Than Ever
The latest Nike LeBron James branded footwear has been unveiled, and it’s looking like it will be a very lightweight shoe. Previous models were a bit bulkier, which was both good and bad.…
February 11, 2013

Nike Flyknit Lunar1+ Sneaker: Your Grandma Didn’t Knit ‘Em, A Robot Did

Nike Flyknit Lunar1+ Sneaker: Your Grandma Didn’t Knit ‘Em, A Robot Did
I was really impressed when I first saw the Nike Flyknit Trainer, with its completely woven upper that is virtually seamless. It looks like Nike is planning on taking the technology to a new level, by integrating it with even better soles.…
December 18, 2012

Jabra Solemate: This Bluetooth Speaker Won’t Tread on You

Jabra Solemate: This Bluetooth Speaker Won’t Tread on You
If hadn’t received a Bluetooth speaker as a gift, I probably would have never discovered their convenience. There are more and more Bluetooth mobile speakers available these days, and they are costing less and less, making them a suitable purchase or gift for anyone with a smartphone.…
December 6, 2012

Sneaker Speaker: Sock Rockin’ Beats!

Sneaker Speaker: Sock Rockin’ Beats!
Are you the kind of person that likes to share your tunes with people, no matter if they like them or hate them? Check out the Sneaker Speaker, which will allow you blast your beats wherever the go, without missing a step.…
February 8, 2012

Nike Develops Prosthetic Leg Running Sole: Cyborgs Run Among Us

Nike Develops Prosthetic Leg Running Sole: Cyborgs Run Among Us
The Nike Sole was designed to fit on Össur’s Flex-Run prosthetic running blade, which is used by competitive amputee athletes. That being said, I wonder if future robots will be using this technology to outrun their human prey?…
June 30, 2011

Shuvee Gives You Ultra Clean and Happy Feet

Shuvee Gives You Ultra Clean and Happy Feet
After spending a few months at the local gym, I have come to identify certain areas and avoid certain people because (there’s no other nicer to say it) they have stinky feet.…
April 28, 2011

Warship Shoe: If Gundam Wore Sneakers

Warship Shoe: If Gundam Wore Sneakers
When I was in grade school, I used to rush home every day after school in order to catch my favorite cartoon called Star Blazers. I loved that show and still get the theme song stuck in my head on occasion.…
August 13, 2010

Adidas Shoe Phone: if Maxwell Smart were a Runner

Adidas Shoe Phone: if Maxwell Smart were a Runner
The latest in Shanzhai phone tech to pop on the streets of China, this unusual mobile phone looks like a shoe. Nope, not the one that Agent 86 had, but a bright and colorful adidas sneaker.…
September 29, 2009

High Heels Phone: the Perfect Gift for the People You Hate

High Heels Phone: the Perfect Gift for the People You Hate
The “modern high heels” phone is the perfect gadget for the..uh..person who collects novelty handsets. What? People have collected far weirder things. At least this one is useful.…
September 29, 2008

Dalek Shoes Do the Exterminating for You

Dalek Shoes Do the Exterminating for You
Love Dr. Who? Then have I got a shoe for you! A Dalek shoe, to be true. Yup, that’s a pair of handpainted Daleks gracing those black sneakers.…
June 10, 2008

Sneakers Detect Wi-Fi While You Walk

Sneakers Detect Wi-Fi While You Walk
“A Step in the Right Direction” is a sneaker that detects Wi-Fi while you walk, via a tricky network detection unit embedded under the left shoe flap.…
January 9, 2008

Pac-Man Sneakers (and a Pina Colada, My Friend)

Pac-Man Sneakers (and a Pina Colada, My Friend)
Looking for the perfect accessory to go with your Pac-Man hoodie and Pac-Man hat? How about a pair of rockin’ Pac-Man sneakers? These awesome hand-painted Pac-Man shoes turned up recently in a Flickr photostream from someone going by the name thekalaka.…
October 13, 2007

Nintendo NES Crammed in a Sneaker

Nintendo NES Crammed in a Sneaker
The word of the week around here seems to be “pimp.” First, we had the new TokyoFlash Pimp watches, then we had the Atari 2600 pimped -out Buick.…