If you want the doors from Star Trek in your home then go and check out the tutorial at Instructables.
Someone managed to create some air-powered doors that open at the push of a button and then close shortly after. The doors are split down the middle allowing each half to slide in to the wall. Inside the wall is an air vent that lets air in and out when needed. A controller is to be found next to the door that lets you push the button to open. It also contains another switch that lets you permanently keep the doors open, should you be carrying something through it. [click to continue…]
by Martyn on September 29, 2010
There was a lot of speculation surrounding Nintendo's new upcoming handheld console, the 3DS, when it was announced last year because of the fact that you won't need large, unsightly, and expensive 3D glasses to experience 3D images. Equally as many people thought (and some still do) that trying to produce this on a larger scale would undoubtedly bring with it a bucket load of more problems. [click to continue…]
by Martyn on September 27, 2010
As reported by Cnet, Sony has sent out an invitation for an NYC media event to introduce to the world, the first Internet Television on October 12th.
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by Martyn on September 20, 2010
Have you ever wondered what goes on at home when you're not around?? Rovio (as the title suggests) is a wireless robot. This means that however you get online, Rovio will be your new friend. So whether you use your iphone, games console or PC, you can literally be anywhere in the world and Rovio can stay at home. But that's not all...
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Engadget managed to get hold of a Neato XV-11 robot vacuum to test to see if it's any good at cleaning floors. The Neato XV-11 goes up against the Roomba as well as other makes and models of robot vacuums.
The Neato XV-11 is different in how it works when compared to the Roomba. When using the Roomba it has a large bumper across the front that when it bumps in to something, it changes direction. A sensor does detect an object but is there to just slow the Roomba down before hitting the wall. The Neato has a laser scanner installed that can scan the room while vacuuming to know where it can and cannot go. [click to continue…]
After months of rumours, Google [GOOG] has finally announced Google TV. The new service will either come installed on new TV's that have the processing power to run it, or be provided on a set-top box for those who already have a TV without it.
The Google TV service was designed because of how complicated TV surfing can be. With programs being on at a specific time on one of hundreds of channels, Google say we often need to change our schedule to fit in with the TV.
Compare that to the internet where everything is on demand on sites such as YouTube. These services allow users to just type in what they want to watch and then watch it.
Google TV is an attempt at merging the two technologies... ie, the on demand web with the regular TV which is a more fun way to watch TV show. [click to continue…]
Human Touch has introduced a new massage chair that can be controlled via a Bluetooth connection on an iPhone or iPod Touch. The iPhone can be used to personalise the chair to give the massage you want.
With the bluetooth connection and an application you can access a variety of different programs for the chair.
HT-Connect¢ can be connected via Bluetooth connection on an iPhone or iPod touch to instantly access a wealth of massage programs, expertise and user-friendly applications. Priced at $5999, the HT-Connect¢ will be available this June through leading retailers or at Human Touch.
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The monthly budget calculator is a device that does exactly what it's name suggests... it helps you to calculate your monthly budget.
The idea behind the monthly budget calculator is to let you easily track what money you are spending on various items used each month. This list includes food, apparel, transportation, entertainment and personal care along with a misc category.
When you get the budget calculator you set limits in each category on what you want to spend and then as you buy products or use certain services you enter them as they happen in to the budget calculator. The device then lets you see what you are spending in each category and how much you have available to spend in each category. [click to continue…]
The iChime Programmable Doorbell lets you get rid of the traditional "ding dong" sound and replace it with whatever you want.
The iChime comes supplied with several pre-programmed noises, but also allows you to upload six of your own noises that could come from a CD, MP3 file or even recorded audio in another format.
The programmable doorbell costs $89.99 for the main doorbell and speaker and you can pay another $19.99 if you wish to pick up a second speaker for the system to move the sound to other parts of your home. [click to continue…]
Silver PAC have created the SilverSTAT 7 in home advanced thermostat that has an LCD display called "In-Home Display" or IHD for short. The system functions as a climate control for homes and can be programmed for 7 days in advance.
The LCD screen (IHD) is used for displaying your energy usage and is designed to help you be more in touch with what energy you might wasting.
The LCD screen on the front is touch sensitive and the device is capable of communicating with smart meters over a wireless 801.11 connection. This allows for users to see instantly how much gas or electricity they are using at any given point in time. [click to continue…]
Check out this for a funky sweater. It's designed to look like a scene from Mario Bros on the Nintendo.
The designer of the sweater said that stitches are just like pixels, which I guess is the inspiration behind this thing. It is designed to look like the first stage from the Mario Bros Nintendo game and is actually taken from level 1-1.
It was knitted by the Happy Seamstress who is currently putting a pattern together for those who want to download it. [click to continue…]
Space saving designs and ideas are always welcomed when you don't have a lot of space to play with - at home, work or any multifunction space! Ivy Design have designed a table that doubles up as a photo frame...confused? The table is mounted onto a side wall and can be rotated and fixed onto the wall to disguise itself as a photo frame. The size of the table when erected is 130x85x78cm and it is made out of wood, with plexi glass for frame part. You can also purchase the table with a mirror option instead of a photo frame. [click to continue…]