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Caydo Electric Button Maker
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Caydo Electric Button Maker

This electric machine from Caydo makes it easy to produce buttons in quantity. Simply cut out your designs with a circle punch, place them in the machine, and push the start button. Unlike inconsistent manual machines, it automatically applies the right amount of pressure to make perfect buttons every time. Available in 2.25″ and 1″/1.25″/2.25″

Hand-forging a Billnäs Axe
Living

Hand-forging a Billnäs Axe

Blacksmith owl axe shows us the process of creating an elegant and functional chopping tool. The fully hand-forged axe head features a design inspired by a classic Finnish design known as a Billnäs axe. With a head that wraps its wooden handle, finished piece is a beauty. Watching molten-hot steel take shape beneath a hammer

Timex Retroware Digital Watch
Fashion

Timex Retroware Digital Watch

Timex goes back to the 1990s with its Retroware digital watch. It features a large 46mm resin case and a round LCD screen with large, curved digits. It’s a full chronograph too, with stopwatch, alarm, and timer functions, along with a bright Indiglo backlight. Available in blue or black with an inverted grey/green-on-black display.

It’s Always Sunny in the Backrooms
Etc

It’s Always Sunny in the Backrooms

(PG-13: Language) How is this not a big deal? Timothy JS combined that episode of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia where we discover Charlie’s apartment has secrets with The Backrooms. The mashup sends the gang deep into an endless maze of creepy yellow rooms, where we discover that maybe Frank and Charlie’s living arrangement wasn’t

xTool X1 Laser Engraver + Cutter
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xTool X1 Laser Engraver + Cutter

xTool’s most versatile laser lets users switch between five lasers. We’ve been testing this amazing workshop tool, which saves space with its CO2 and diode lasers and add-on “backpacks” for MOPA, Fiber, and UV lasers. Since every laser shares its gantry and height platform, it offers more workspace than other galvo machines for larger images

Gears of War 2 Lancer
Games

Gears of War 2 Lancer

Fans of Marcus Fenix will be getting a treat: Amazon is throwing in a full-size Lancer for Gears of War 2 preorders (provided you pay $140). Yes, it looks cool, and no, you can’t have it.

Acrylicrafts Acrylic Sheets
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Acrylicrafts Acrylic Sheets

Making acrylic items on a laser cutter, CNC mill, or UV printer requires quality materials. Acrylicrafts sells premium cast acrylic sheets in many colors, along with clear, frosted, glitter, and mirrored. Some feature a dual finish design with gloss on one side and matte on the other. The 3mm (1/8″) thick sheets come in a

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald (Trailer)
Trailers

Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald (Trailer)

Norm Macdonald was a comedic genius whose smart, deadpan humor and wit are unequaled even today. Director Judd Apatow’s documentary, Norm: The Tale of Norm Macdonald, recounts the comedy legend’s life, career, and lasting influence through archival footage and interviews with his friends and peers. Coming to Netflix on 10.16.2026.

Building a Wall-Mounted Invisible PC
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Building a Wall-Mounted Invisible PC

DIY Perks previously built a complete PC workstation that hides inside of a desk. His latest creation hides the desk too. The desk surface and computer system fold flat against the wall, hidden behind a piece of original art. He flush-mounted all of its components, including an ultra-wide monitor, speakers, and storage trays for a

Making a Mini Arcade Machine
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Making a Mini Arcade Machine

Architect and maker of miniatures, Mark Sagum of Diorama PH is back with another amazing build. In this video, he shows how he created a replica of a vintage Pac-Man machine from hand-cut plastic sheets. The piece is incredibly detailed, from the cabinet art to the marquee and game screen. We love how he used

Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger (Trailer)
Music

Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger (Trailer)

The rock ’n’ roll kiss-and-make-up comeback of the decade is documented in Oasis: Don’t Look Back In Anger. The documentary follows the legendary/surly British band Oasis on their 2025 reunion tour: on stage, backstage, in rehearsal, and in Liam and Noel Gallagher’s first joint interview in over 20 years. US and Canada IMAX screenings start 9.11.26.

8Bitdo FlipPad Gaming Controller
Games

8Bitdo FlipPad Gaming Controller

Most game controllers for phones are made for landscape mode. The 8Bitdo FlipPad is for vertical gaming. Perfect for retro arcade games, it features a tactile D-pad, ABXY buttons, L/R buttons, and more. It plugs into your phone’s USB-C port and has a built-in hinge so you can flip it down to answer calls or