No, this isn't a 3D render of an upcoming Space Invaders-inspired game, but a real house shaped like one of the aliens. Beijing-based Studio Liu Lubin made this micro house from modular components that were formed under the premise of transportability and functionality. Its pixel-inspired design enables light to flood in and also allows for it to be packed up inside a standard shipping container for quick and easy transport. Continue reading for more pictures.
Tripping over an extension cord is inevitable, especially if it's laying out in the middle of your living room, but this simple invention aims to take care of that problem. Simply roll out as much as of this flat cord as you need. Click here to view the first image in today's viral picture gallery. Continue reading to watch "Not Yet a Hero", one of the best breakdancing movies ever.
Another day, another weird invention from China. This time, it's something you'd never expect...stockings for females that look like real hairy legs. These are purported to divert attention away from women in populated places during the summer months, such as the subway, elevator, etc. Continue reading to see the full image.
Did you know that you Duck Hunt is a 2-player game? That's right, one controls the gun, while the second maneuvers the ducks. Or, that it's impossible for humans to hum while holding their nose? If not, continue reading to see those useless facts and more.
North Brother Island is a small island in the East River situated between the Bronx and Riker's Island, New York City. Once the site of a hospital, it is now uninhabited and designated as a bird sanctuary. It measures approximately 400 m by 250 m. Continue reading for videos, more pictures, and additional information.
We have seen the future of watches, and it's the Emopulse Smile SmartWatch. Besides the iOS-like interface, this device is essentially a twin-display smartphone that users wear like a bracelet, utilizing flexible OLED displays. That's right, the top display is activated as soon as the user lifts their arm, and the lower, when it's pointed upwards by twisting the wrist. Continue reading for a video, more pictures, and additional information.
ASUS' PA248Q 24" LED IPS Professional Graphics Monitor is currently being offered at just $259.99 shipped after rebate, originally priced at $354.99. This A+ IPS monitor is pre-calibrated to deliver excellent color fidelity and 100% sRGB color reproduction. Product page. Continue reading for a video review.
Notable features:[via Amazon]
- Professional-grade color fidelity with pre-calibrated for industry-leading color accuracy.
- True, precise colors on a 100% sRGB, 16:10 aspect ratio, 1920 x 1200 optimal A+ IPS panel.
- The world's first monitor with four USB 3.0 ports for 10X faster transfer.
- ASUS-exclusive innovations like QuickFit, Splendid and 5-Way navigation key for enhanced productivity.
- A comfortable viewing experience with award-winning ergonomic design with tilt, swivel, pivot and height adjustments.
Google's director of engineering Ray Kurzweil believes that humans will be able to upload their entire brains to computers within the next 32 years - an event known as singularity - and our body parts will be replaced by machines by the turn of the century, making them immortal in a sense. Continue reading for a video and more information.
It's that time again, time for another round of innovative gadgets and products that you might want, but probably don't need. First up, we have the Bufalino 3, a futuristic three-wheeled vehicle that features a sleeping area, two seats, mini kitchen, storage space, a water tank, wash basin, and a fridge. Continue reading to see more.
The Force is a binding, metaphysical, and ubiquitous power in the fictional universe of the Star Wars galaxy created by George Lucas. Mentioned in the first film in the series, it is integral to all subsequent incarnations of Star Wars, including the expanded universe of comic books, novels, and video games. Continue reading to see how not to use it on an elevator.
