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Afternoon Linkage for March 16th, 2009

Any way you want it. That’s the way you need it. Anyway, you want these links. The Cajun Crawler sounds like a professional wrestler A concept worth producing Lockheed Martin is the new Skynet This is just plain retarded The Ocarina of Rhyme Handmade Mario shoes! Mad beats with a 360 controller, yo Glowing patch cables: nerd chic or just ...

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Wacom Nextbeat: 21st Century DJ

DJing has really evolved since the 1990s. Nearly everyone uses some kind of digital interface to spin, whether it be Serato Scratch Live, Traktor 3 or even the Pacemaker. Wacom, the tablet guys, are entering into the DJ controller market with the Nextbeat. This device features a removable, wireless scratch controller that you can use to dance around the room ...

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Get High: Flybar Pogo Stick

The pogo stick. One of the most frustrating toys of my childhood for sure. On the other hand, once you started jumping and got the hang of it, it provided endless fun during the summer. Check out the Flybar, a modern update on the pogo stick. Using super-strong elastic bands and an adjustable piston, you can get some serious height ...

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Dynamically Augmenting Wheel System: Wheels That Remind Us of a Pizza Pie

Dynamically Augmenting Wheel System, or DAWS, might sound like some sort of high-tech mumbo jumbo, and for the most part, it is pretty complex. The conceptually designed wheels are�divided into eight separate parts which adjust to the car’s center of gravity without losing traction. You know how motorcycle wheels sort of shift under the driver’s weight as they turn? It’s ...

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Control Gadgets With That Beautiful Punim Of Yours

The next time you’re shopping for jock straps at the mall, be on the lookout for guy or girl with the messed up face. I’m not talking about some huge tumor hanging off of a chin here, I’m talking about people who have the latest Japanese accessory for controlling their iPod. It’s called the Mimi Switch and it allows the ...

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Quick Review: JBL On Time 400iHD iPod Dock

Several weeks ago, I received a JBL On Time 400 iHD iPod Dock (whew!) to review. In the past, I’ve really enjoyed JBL’s products. They make fair-priced, great-sounding iPod docks with rich bass and decent treble and mids. I unpacked the On Time, plugged it in and shoved my iPod Touch on top to start streaming music to the speakers. ...

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Standby: Table and Wheelbarrow

If you garden, work outdoors or have a workshop, Standby could become the biggest lifesaver you’ve ever encountered. At first glance, it looks like an ordinary table. If you look closer though, you’ll notice the wheel and handlebars attached to the table. This allows you to easily transport the table around your work area as needed. It’s so simple that ...

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Underground Storage For Japanese Bike Owners

Here in New York City, there are a few select parking garages that are an example of master engineering. In Japan, the same concept applies to bicycles. Giken’s Eco-Park system involves an underground storage unit that is earthquake-proof and can hold a good number of bicycles (~50). For about $30, you can store your ride here each month and retrieve ...

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BraDryer: Show Those Tits Who’s Boss

I love bras. It may seem odd considering that I’m a male, but think of it like this: bras hold boobs. See? I just pulled some motherfucking algebra out on you. The BraDryer is a concept device that would keep those more expensive bras in tit-top shape. Puns aside, it’s actually a half-decent idea. I had no idea that those ...

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Afternoon Linkage for February 16th, 2009

Today, we celebrate the birthdays of both Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. I don’t get it, but hey, at least most of you have off from work and school today! Marketing ploy or poor choice in design? Imagine showering in a waterfall every morning… An iPhone-controlled car? No thanks Dog.gif Microsoft is getting cocky over Windows Mobile 6.5 The 2010 ...

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