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Sure, video games are fun, but sometimes it’s better to dust off the old Monopoly board and play with some actual pieces. But playing board games while sprinting like Daniel LaBelle takes things to another level. Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots seems okay, but Twister and Jenga are instant fails. Also, playing darts while running
The Master Chief and Grunts is up on eBay at a cool starting bid of $1,600; auction ends 8/17. Made out of sterling silver, it’s a 1/9th scale statue and is completely one of a kind.
This wireless control pod offers a new way to interact with your computer or phone. It has four programmable keys with switchable scenes, plus a smooth-scrolling wheel with a pushbutton click control and an OLED configuration display. All controls can be programmed with ZMK Studio. It also works as a handheld remote and has an
Exterminate a whole new generation of SIL-LY HU-MONS with the Dalek Voice Changer Helmet, available at ThinkGeek. Includes authentic Dr. Who sounds and lights; runs on 3 AA batteries.
Knomo’s Bungo 15″ Messenger Bags look upscale due to the genuine leather flaps and sides, but their nylon construction makes them highly durable and functional.
If you can’t get enough of this year’s Olympics, Christina Bjorn’s Lighthouse torch keeps the flame alive. This modern oil-burning lamp is made out of porcelain and aluminum.
This compact tool bag holds more than it looks like it can. It’s made from 1000D Cordura fabric with a black camouflage pattern and has ten pockets. A 45º angled zipper opens to reveal a large center compartment with a 10.5″ wide opening. Its front zipper pouch is great for hardware and small parts, and
The versatile Zip Pouch Pro combines a wallet and an EDC tool pouch. It’s got two zippered compartments for cards, cash, and other small items. You’ll find three slots on its exterior for items like a flashlight, knife, or cigarette lighter. It’s made from durable, lightweight X-PAC VX21 fabric and comes in a variety of
Why do we measure our lives in years when we could be doing something a little more precise? This silly short film by Max Boonch asks us to think about the passage of time in much smaller and less conventional increments. Also, The Awesomer just celebrated its 2,375,020 Four Minutes anniversary, so we’re gonna need
While some electronics are crazy expensive these days, there are others that are shockingly inexpensive if you know where to shop. Hacktuber stumbled onto this cool bit of tech on AliExpress that displays images and short animations on a 1.5″ circular screen. We couldn’t find the exact same one, but there are other Anime E-Badge
A normal kitchen blender is powered by an electric motor. Mister Patina thought it would be much cooler to fix his blended drinks using a gas engine. He started by building Toyan’s V8 engine kit, then engineered a drivetrain to spin the blender’s blade. The 4 hp engine works just like the real deal, and
Modelmaker Marc Hagan-Guirey aka PaperDandy spent over three years making this model of Springfield from The Simpsons. He crafted each of its 76 buildings from MDF, paper, and 3D-printed parts. The model includes cartoon-style miniatures of locations like the Kwik E Mart, Moe’s Tavern, Krusty Burger, and 742 Evergreen Terrace. It looks amazing at night.