Following their “Top 10” series, TechEBlog published their list of top 10 strangest clocks. (via Digg)
Geeky coolness links
Here are two links to things which are cool in a geeky way:
- Infernoptix Fire Display – a display based on fire.
- MIDAS, automated dorm room system – with the “instant party” button. (via Slashdot)
After you’ve seen this, do you think the two geeks in the “instant party” room would like a fire display?
Good tip in case your cellphone gets stolen
If your cellphone gets stolen, here’s a good tip that will let you disable the phone itself so that the thieves won’t be able to make any calls using it. This is done with the help of a unique identification number, which apparently every phone has. All you have to do is write down this number. In case your phone gets stolen, you give this number to your cellular service provider. (via Digg)
The Doggie Bag Gadget
I’m sure that the words “Doggy Bag” don’t make you think about this gadget.
Top 10 Strangest Gadgets of the Future
Thanks. No. – Deal with useless emails
If you get a useless email message from a friend, here is a useful link you can send him back – Thanks. No. (via Digg)
How to reinstall Windows XP while keeping the old copy in a virtual machine
Here is a short but very useful tutorial on how to reinstall Windows XP while keeping the old copy in a virtual machine using Microsoft’s (now free) Virtual Server (aka Virtual PC Server). (via Digg)
The Yo, Taxi! Coat
The Yo Taxi! Coat has embedded LEDSs, so that when a person waves his hand the word “TAXI” appears… take a look yourselves, it’s pretty cool. (via Digg)
Today’s link-a-palooza
- For Dummies Book Cover Generator – funny. If you make creative covers, post a link to them in the comments. (via Download Squad)
- Smiley Cables – straight from the stupid gadgets department.
- Science Confirms the Obvious – a Popular Science article about researches that confirm obvious claims. My favorite is number 4: “Faraway Objects Are Tougher to See”.
- Top 20 Strangest Gadgets and Accessories – a funny collection of useless crap. Well, maybe some of it is not so useless.
Today’s link-a-palooza
- Why Sony Should’ve Put Its Weight Behind Hi-MD – an article that makes good points in favor of Sony’s MiniDisc format against the current trend of MP3 players (flash and HDD based). (via Slashdot)
- The A-Bike – small, light, folding, no chain. The best bicycle you could ask for.
- Toilet Lid Sink – merging two of my favorite subjects: toilets and “gadgets”. Now they just need to add a TV set and a fridge and I’m moving in.
- How To Write a Thank-You Note – in case you need to thank someone.
- How Bill Gates works – by Bill Gates.