The video after the jump shows how you can take a regular printer cartridge and fill it with ink that glows in the dark. All the parts you need can be purchased from regular stores and the process takes just a few easy steps to complete. The image above was printed on to regular paper, charged under a light for a minute and then the light switched off.
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Glowing Printer Ink
June 20, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Intel Chips Allow your Computer to Update while Switched Off
June 19, 2007 by Leave a Comment
What would you think to having an Intel chipset that allowed your computer to still receive updates and maintenance while it is switched off? Its kind of cool in some ways but worrying in other ways if you ask me. This technology was introduced by Intel last year. According to them, it only allows authorised personnel to power up, repair and update switched off PCs with in a corporate network.
Intel are wanting to push this further in to main stream with consumers so that they do not need to worry about their PC being upgraded as it is all done behind the scenes for them. When the user switches on their PC a message pops up saying that their new updates have been installed.
Receive Text Messages on the GPRS iBall
June 15, 2007 by Leave a Comment
The GPRS iBall suggests by its name that it has some kind of GPRS abilities. If you guessed this then you are exactly right. In the base of the iBall you can put your SIM card. Each time you receive a text message the iBall displays the text message around the globe in fancy flashing colours. However, I dont yet see a way to send messages so it could be a bit of an eccentric device and not much use unless you have a spare pay as you go SIM card kicking around.
Serious Overclocking by ABIT
June 14, 2007 by Leave a Comment
If you are not sure what over clocking is then it is speeding up your computer beyond the speed it was designed to run at. For example you could run a 2.4Ghz processor at a higher speed and thus, making your computer run quicker and games run smoother. However, when this happens the processor gets seriously hot and some good cooling is needed to perform over clocking. Depending on how cool you can keep the processor and RAM depends on the outcome. ABIT decided at Computex which was held recently, to over clock one of their processors from 2.93GHz up to 5GHz. That is a HUGE jump and no doubt, will probably burn out the processor with in seconds. But, ABIT had some liquid nitrogen to hand which is ultra cold. Strapping this to the processor they were able to work the processor for a while with out any signs of it over heating.
Now it isnt the greatest over clocking that has happened, but its still quite cool as I have not seen a processor cooled with liquid nitrogen before.
Stop Data Theft with the Aegis Bio Drive
June 14, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Data theft can be a real pain, especially if you have confidential details and personal identifiable information stored. Encryption is becoming more popular, but often relies on the PC being used to have encryption software installed to read the data. The Aegis portable bio hard drive is built to tackle this problem. The drive contains encryption software and you unlock it by scanning your thumb or finger print on to the sensor. The encryption is provided by UPEKs Digital ID which is a hardware engine capable of storing all 10 of your finger prints, or 10 separate peoples finger prints should you want more then one person to access the drive.
With having encryption on the drive it allows you to hook it up anywhere and unencrypt when you need the data on any PC. Also it gives piece of mind should it be stolen.
Lexus with Flexible Bumper
June 7, 2007 by Leave a Comment
If you have ever backed in to a small post and seen the damage it does to your car then you might want to get your self one of these cars built by Lexus. On the rear of it there is a flexible bumper which can bend right back in to shape if you hit something you shouldnt. Looking at the video it appears that you can back in to something at quite a speed with out damaging the car.
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Custom Made Dance Pad
June 4, 2007 by 1 Comment
If you enjoy games like Dance Dance Revolution then you should check out this. Its a custom made dance pad for the game which started life as being not so good at all being made out of cardboard. The next version was made out of wood and was noisy and uncomfortable. The final model pictured above shows the mat with no fancy colours on it, no flashing lights but apparently it does work and is quiet. It is made from 2 separate parts. The pad and then the electronic circuit to connect it to the computer.
Cassette MP3 Player
June 3, 2007 by 1 Comment
The Cassette MP3 player is a unique way of using old hardware with new technology. The MP3 player is in the shape of a cassette and has the spindle holes in the middle which act as a fast forward and rewind switches to allow your regular cassette player to take control of it. It is made by a company named MobiBLU and has 256MB of storage.
Charge your Mobile with a Wind up Torch
June 1, 2007 by 1 Comment
If you enjoy camping and have a wind up torch then you might be able to make some modifications that allow it to charge your mobile phone. The wind up torch (or flashlight) in the video after the jump can generate around 4V of power when you crank the handle. Mixing this together with a Nokia car charger can allow you to generate enough power to charge your phone, PDA and other electronic devices. Its quite a good idea for those who travel and want the mixture of a torch and charger in one. As it is a custom device there are no prices for this. If you do happen to hack away at your torch then just make sure you use the correct testing equipment so that you do not damage the torch or electronic device.
Microsoft Surface Computer
May 30, 2007 by Leave a Comment
The Microsoft Surface Computer is a pretty cool device. It allows you to interact with your phone, camera and other devices through a surface type screen mounted in a table. The screen is multi touch allowing for greater interactivity between you and the computer. Sensors under the surface can detect when a device is placed on to the screen. Once the device is detected you can drag and drop images, video or appointments on to the device and all the connectivity is taken care of through wireless signals. If you have a photo you just took at a party and someone wants a copy then just place the camera and a phone on it and drag the picture across and the rest is taken care of.
Making use of a dynamic and interactive surface has many uses. A whiteboard could be kept on the wall or work surface in the kitchen and recipes could be downloaded, transferred for example.
The device will not primarily be made available to end users though for the home. It will mainly be directed towards shops and presentations. It could allow for easier browsing of an online catalogue for example.
Remote Controlled Dinosaur
May 30, 2007 by Leave a Comment
Remote control toys have entertained for years, from cars to more recently the Picoz helicopter. Now firebox has bought forward a new concept in the race to evolve RC toys – an RC dinosaur. Named the Pterosaur, it has a range of 100ft and can be used indoors and outdoors. This prehistoric reptile flies by flapping its wings and is ready to fly straight from the box. Once the original charge has depleted, it is simple to recharge – it just uses the portable quick charger. (the hand-held control) If you are afraid that a small crash may have catastrophic consequences – possible extinction – then be put at ease, the Pterosaur has a durable foam body that should withstand day to day impacts.
The Invisible PC
May 29, 2007 by Leave a Comment
If you look closely at the picture above you might spot the PC stashed away behind the flat panel. The invisible PC is built by Trident and is just 1 inch thick. It has industry standard mounting holes so that it can be put in between the screen and arm. The PC does not have or need a fan which helps to keep it quiet and out of the way. The PC is not powerful though. It has just a 1.5Ghz Via Eden processor which will do well for certain things. One of the main uses is for shop displays where the screen can be set up and a simple presentation displayed to passers by. With the option of a 40GB drive there is plenty of space to work with.
