TechEBlog

Innovative Sheet Camera Automatically Changes Field of View as You Bend It

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

Researchers at Columbia University’s Engineering department, lead by professor Shree K. Nayar, have developed a flexible sheet camera that enables one to change the field of view by just bending it. “Cameras today capture the world from essentially a single point in space. While the camera industry has made remarkable progress in shrinking the camera to a tiny device with ever increasing imaging quality, we are exploring a radically different approach to imaging. We believe there are numerous applications for cameras that are large in format but very thin and highly flexible,” said Nayar. Click here to view the first image in this week’s funny internet trolls gallery. Continue reading for a viral video showing how to make a water balloon cannon.

Orbitsound Spaced Bluetooth Speaker Offers 360-Degree Sound, Get One for Under $80 Shipped – Today Only

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

The Orbitsound Spaced 360 is a Bluetooth speaker unlike any other, and it’s being offered for $79.98 shipped with coupon code: SLICK360, today only, originally $299.99. Its airSOUND Technology delivers crystal-clear, natural, immersive sound throughout the room with a unique 360° sweet spot. Place the speaker wherever you want, thanks to Apt-X Bluetooth connectivity with NFC. Product page – be sure to enter coupon code: SLICK360 during final checkout for the additional discount. Continue reading for another video review and more information.

It Started as a Basement, But After Lots of Work, This Storage Room Became an Awesome Home Theater

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

Home basements are nothing new or special, and are most often used to store junk that wouldn’t fit in the garage. Imgur user “notadeckofcards” thought otherwise by transforming “The Dungeon” into a full-fledged home theater. Let’s just say that the finished product is perfect for a summer movie night, or just a place for your friends and / or family to gather.

Inventor Gathers Scrap Metal and Random Car Parts. What He Builds Next? A Functional Steampunk Car

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

Inventor Paul Bacon gathered some scrap metal, along with random car parts, and turned them into “Automatron”. Despite looking like a vehicle straight from the Victorian-era, it boasts a supercharged V8 engine and uses a switch gear from a Lancaster Bomber to start. The wheels up front are sourced from an Austin 7, while the biggest street legal tires can be found out back. “This car has been the most expensive car that I’ve ever built and has been the most labor intensive up till now,” said Bacon. 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 showing someone skateboarding on fire in the rain.

Students Design and Build Toyota uBOX, a Mobile Office on Wheels, Complete with Curved Glass Roof

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

Toyota partnered with graduate students at Clemson University’s International Center for Automotive Research to create “uBOX”. A new concept vehicle designed for Generation Z, whether it be for transportation, work or socializing. The box-like, door-equipped crossover sports an electric powertrain that delivers ample take-off power, while a configurable interior with sliding, nesting seats enables you to easily switch between cargo and people carrying, as needed. Continue reading for a video and more information.

Savage Bobber Plane Can be Modified Like a Car or Motorcycle, Flight School Included with Purchase

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

For those who love tuning motorcycles and / or cars, the Savage Bobber is plane you’ll probably want to check out. This light aircraft can be customized any way you want, such as changing the engine color / open fuselage, type of luggage holder, seat styles, propeller designs, engine modifications, instrument panels, and lots more. Best of all, each one includes 10-hours of ground school plus 5-hours of flight training with the company’s factory trained CFIs. Continue reading for two more videos and information.

These Aren’t Real 9mm Bullets, Just Munitio NINES Tactical Earphones

By Jackson Chung April 14, 2016

Munitio NINES Tactical Earphones may look like real 9mm bullets, but these feature 9mm speaker drivers with rare earth neodymium magnets for superior dynamic range and quick recovery, when playing music. Its machined copper alloy housing, coated in brilliant titanium, provides unmatched sound purity and natural noise cancellation. There’s also a Bass Enhancing Chamber engineered to produce the tightest, most accurate bass without distortion. Get a pair here now. Click here to view the first image in this week’s demotivational posters gallery. Continue reading for a viral video of a pro gamer completing Super Mario Bros. in 4 minutes and 57 seconds.

SWIZA D04 Puts Stylish Twist on Classic Swiss Army Knife, Has 11 Functions

By Jackson Chung April 13, 2016

SWIZA’s D04 Swiss Army Knife puts a stylish twist on the classic multi-tool, complete with 11-functions in tow. Some of them include: a 5-turn sommelier cork screw, flat-head / Phillips screwdriver, universal bottle opener, tweezers and even a can opener. Each D04 features a blade-locking system with easy access to all available tools for both right and left-handed persons. Get one here now. Continue reading for a full video review and more information.

Buzz Lightyear and 12 More Images Showing What Cartoon Characters Would Look Like in Real-Life

By Jackson Chung April 13, 2016

Photo credit: Dan LuVisi

You’ve probably seen the films, but did you know that Buzz Lightyear’s name was inspired by Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin, the second person to walk on the Moon? That’s right, Aldrin acknowledged the tribute when he pulled a Buzz Lightyear doll out during a speech at NASA, to rapturous cheers. However, he did not receive any endorsement fees for the use of his first name. His creator, John Lasseter, is said he wanted to create an action figure in the line of G.I. Joe for Toy Story and decided upon a spaceman figure, attributing the design to Apollo astronaut’s clear helmets, skullcaps, communication devices and white suits. Continue reading for more images showing what cartoon characters would look like in real-life. Click here for a few bonus characters.

Lorica MKII Carbon Fiber Gladiator Suit Unveiled, Has Embedded Sensors to Detect Force of Each Strike

By Jackson Chung April 13, 2016

Unified Weapons Master has unveiled the Lorica MKII carbon fiber gladiator suit, which comes equipped with force measurement sensors and scoring software that measures the exact location, force, and damage of each strike. Not just for looks, it’s designed to withstand high-impact strikes from blunt martial arts weapons, thanks to its three protective layers: an undergarment with integrated harnessing / cooling, a chassis layer, and a removable outer layer. 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 real underwater dragons.