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RoBattle is a 6-Wheeled Combat Robot That Goes Anywhere and Can Drive Itself

By Jackson Chung June 10, 2016

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) aims to take robotic warfare to the next level with RoBattle. Designed to be used as a decoy or for surveillance during ground missions, it comes equipped with vehicle control, navigation, real-time mapping, autonomy, motion sensors, manipulator arms, remotely controlled weapons, and radars. No word yet on if we’ll see a consumer version that you’ll be able to modify to your liking. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for the five most popular viral videos today, including one of Game of Thrones, Mario style.

MacBook OLED Touch Bar Gets Rendered, Shows How It Can Be Used

By Jackson Chung June 10, 2016

Photo credit: Martin Hajek

Master 3D modeler Martin Hajek is back at it again, and this time, he has rendered the upcoming MacBook OLED Touch Bar. As you can see above, it can be used like a status bar, showing download progress, used as media control, Spotify playlist, or even a Siri visualizer. If you need additional custom shortcut keys, they could also be programmed to appear in the bar. Continue reading for more pictures, including one in the dark.

Stealthy Ducati 750 SS Kraken Motorcycle and 12 More Things You Might Want

By Jackson Chung June 10, 2016

Iron Pirate Garage reveals the Ducati 750 SS Kraken, a motorcycle fit for the post-apocalyptic Mad Max world. The Ducati’s iconic trellis frame has been brought to the foreground, complete with a hand-welded rear sub frame. You’ll also see the extraordinary horizontally facing exhausts underneath, which isn’t your standard option, and on top, there’s a tank strap, with the quote “The rougher the seas, the smoother we sail.” Continue reading for a few more geeky things you might want, but probably don’t need.

Real-Life Portal Mirrors and 18 More Fascinating Images

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

For those who don’t know, Portal consists primarily of a series of puzzles that must be solved by teleporting the player’s character and simple objects using “the Aperture Science Handheld Portal Device”, a device that can create inter-spatial portals between two flat planes. This fan decided to create real-life Portal mirrors that are activated with a homemade Portal gun. Continue reading for more fascinating images from around the web.

Filmmaker Transforms Cargo Van Into a Modern Living Space and Studio

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

Filmmaker Zach Both wanted a tiny home and studio that could go anywhere. So, he converted an empty cargo van into a living space / work studio. On the outside, it looks like a typical van, but inside, you’ll find a plush bed, kitchenette set, and even a home theater system. Plus, it comes outfitted with mobile Wi-Fi, solar panels and metal body panels turned chalkboards for easy note taking and storyboarding. Continue reading for images of the entire build and more information.

UltraFire 7W 300LM Flashlight LED Torch Has Metallic Red Finish, Get One for $3.35 Shipped – Today Only

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

UltraFire’s 7W 300LM CREE LED Flashlight Torch is perfect for emergencies, complete with 3 adjustable modes, and you can pick one up for $3.35 shipped, today only, originally priced at $19.99. It has a maximum brightness output of 300-Lumens, while focus can be adjusted simply by stretching the head portion, complete with adjustable focus, as well as support zooming in and zooming out. Product page. Continue reading for another video review and more information.

There are Dirt Bikes, and Then BMW Motorrad’s Concept Lac Rose, Designed to Go Anywhere

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

BMW Motorrad reveals the Concept Lac Rose, dereived from the French name for the rose-colored Reba salt lake, and it’s definitely no slouch. Featuring the windshield, headlamp design, high mudguard, large fuel tank, and short rally seat bench taken from the winning 1985 Paris-Dakar bike. You’ll find a classic BMW two-cylinder flat twin engine powering the bike, while a proactive headlamp grill, oil cooler protector and a perforated underside guard make it perfect for the street. Click here to view the first image in this week’s funny demotivational posters gallery. Continue reading for a viral video of a LEGO Overwatch Rocket Hammer.

Rezvani Beast Gets New High-Tech Interior, Still Powered by Supercharged 500HP Honda Engine

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

The Ariel Atom-inspired Rezvani Beast has gotten a new interior, and it’s full of carbon fiber. In addition to the alacantra accents, you also get snug bucket racing seats, along with the six-point racing harnesses. Raceseng’s handcrafted shift knob compliments the racing steering wheel. On the tech side, it comes equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for the ultimate in connectivity. Continue reading for another video and more information. Click here to view a few bonus images of the Rezvani Beast.

Deus X Bionic Arms Will Become a Reality, Thanks to 3D-Printing

By Jackson Chung June 9, 2016

Open Bionics, Eidos-Montreal and Razer have partnered to bring Deus Ex-inspired bionic arms to life, bridging the gap between fiction and reality. They’ll work together to 3D print, scan, power, and create affordable bionic hands in the “Augmented Future” initiative. The ultimate goal being to make fashionable robotic prosthesis accessible to a larger audience. Click here to view the first image in today’s viral picture gallery. Continue reading for the five most popular viral videos today, including one of a 5,000-shot firework Desthstar.

This Looks Like a Steel Shed at First, But Step Inside, and You’ll See It’s a Luxurious Cabin

By Jackson Chung June 8, 2016

Designed by Olson Kundig Architects, this structure in Washington may appear to be a steel shed at first, but step inside, and you’ll see it’s the perfect weekend getaway. Its steel exterior can easily slide across all the windows, and mechanically controlled using a wheel. The entire cabin was built on elevated stilts to prevent flooding during inclement weather, while the multi-level interior boasts timber panels that line the floor, walls and ceiling. Click here to view the first image in this week’s funny work pictures gallery. Continue reading for a viral video of an explosive way to demolish a bridge.