Archive for July, 2007
Join USB Fragrance Oil Drive accompanies computers
Aromatherapy has been proven to soothe the body, soul, and mind, and you can now experience its calming effects without the need for a traditional candle oil burner. The USB Fragrance Oil Drive does the job perfectly, where all you need is just 3 to 5 drops of your preferred essential oil that will last throughout the entire working day, taking away some of the stress whenever your boss yells at you for your colleague’s shortcomings just because you’re not a boot licker. The USB Fragrance Oil Drive shares roughly the same dimensions as a USB flash drive and will come in two colors – rose red and peppermint green. Each of these will retail for $7 and comes with a small sample of fragrance oil.
Daft Hands Becomes Internet Sensation
Have you heard about the YouTube clip called “Daft Hands” yet? It’s single-shot music video set to the the Daft Punk song “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger.” One camera. One shot. Two hands. Doesn’t really sound that exciting does it? Trust me, it’s worth watching. The beginning is dull. Just hang in there until the lyrics start. “Daft Hands” was featured in the Best of YouTube Video Podcast yesterday and, as of this morning, had over a million views on YouTube.
Check out this tutorial if you want to learn how to save this YouTube clip onto your hard drive: How To Copy Videos Off YouTube
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Holga K202 Cat Cam comes in a can
Ever wonder why kids seem to have a hard time sitting still when they’re in front of the camera? Of course, the older they get, the more self-aware they are of their looks which explains plenty of self-shots across social networking sides. Too bad the younger ones have to rely on parents to keep them glued to their seats before a family portrait can be taken. The Holga K202 Cat Camera emits a meowing sound that aims to attract the attention of the younger ones, causing them to stay rooted. I guess using this 35mm film camera will probably end up with plenty of shots where kids stare at you looking puzzled, wondering where the sound came from. It is available on eBay for $29.99.
Colorful USB Hubs
How can you make USB hubs a bit more interesting? Why, make them colorful and bendy!
Okay they’re not that much more interesting. Available from Brando, found via Get USB thanks Greg (I think).
Waiex electric aircraft unveiled
Sports aviation is an extremely niche market, and you have to have a healthy bank account balance if you’re thinking of diving into this hobby. With oil prices going nowhere but up, this situation could see sports aviation end up as an even more exclusive endeavor, especially for the average enthusiast. Innovators are trying to tackle this problem by making sports aviation more affordable for the next generation. Sonex and Aeroconversions have taken up the task, and their collaboration has resulted in the Waiex electric aircraft – the culmination of the E-Flight initiative.
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YouTube to clamp down on copyright-infringing videos
There are plenty of videos on YouTube currently that lets you watch TV shows (of both old and new persuasion), thanks to the efforts of fans who want to share their favorite shows with the rest of the world. While their intention is pure, going about this way is against the law since that act alone infringes upon copyright laws. Apparently Google (owner of YouTube) will utilize a special kind of technology that is smart enough to weed out copyright-infringing videos on its site by the time fall rolls around, potentially making YouTube a less popular place. Apparently, YouTube is currently collaborating with major content companies with regard to video recognition technology that is as sophisticated as the FBI’s own fingerprint technology.
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Guitar playing made interactive
The I Can Play Guitar was concocted by Mattel and its partners, offering a learning tool that doubles up as a toy for kids (and adults who secretly want to pick up basics of music). It does not use regular strings, but instead relies on a video game with on-screen cues for you to hit the right frets at the right time. New songs can be downloaded via cartridges plugged into the guitar itself, and you can pick up the I Can Play Guitar set with six songs for $100 when it hits stores this August. Once you’ve mastered that set of songs, additional tune collections can be purchased for $15 a pop. While you won’t turn into Steve Vai or Santana overnight, at least you have an inkling on how to play the guitar.
Source: Electronista
