UK’s Red Phone Booths Become Smartphone Repair Shops
The iconic red UK phone booths are getting a new lease on life. Their latest role is being filled/created by Lovefone, a mobile phone repair shop. These underused phone booths now offer free Wi-Fi, six free charging ports, and an onsite repair shop. Each box is oriented differently, so Lovefone adapts the design to suit […]
GoPro Hero5 Specs Revealed?
Yes, the title has a question mark at the end. As in, these specs are alleged and are most likely true… but no guarantees. This GoPro Hero5 spec leak is from Nokishita Camera (who has since taken down their post). Without further delay, here are some of the alleged Hero 5 specs; Camera weight of […]
Automatic Pro Uses 3G For Data And Has No Monthly Subscription Cost
Automatic is a company that makes a gadget that plugs in to your ODB port under your dashboard. This gadget, the Automatic Pro ($129), logs and relays data via 3G (no additional cost to the user for 5 years) and allows users to monitor a ton of dat via the Automatic Pro app. Some things […]
Skully Augmented Reality Motorcycle Helmet Dies Untimely Death
Hopefully you weren’t on the list of people who put money down and are waiting for the crowdfunded Skully augmented reality motorcycle helmet. If so, you are out of luck as Skully is filing for Chapter 7. In case you aren’t familiar with Chapter 7, it is the type of bankruptcy where there is no plan […]
What Exactly Can Siri Do?
If you have an iPhone, or Apple iOS device, you have probably used Siri. Siri is pretty handy, and often the quickest way to handle many tasks. However, just like our brains, most of us aren’t even scratching the surface. You could ask Siri “what can you do?”. That will provide a decent list of […]
New iOS Apple TV Remote App
Apple has just updated their Apple TV Remote App and it works great. Assuming you have the new Apple TV and are familiar with the new remote control then the interface will feel very familiar. The new Apple TV Remote App is great for searching and entering usernames and passwords by typing. Sure you could […]
Groundfridge Keeps Food Cold Without Electricity
Have a backyard? Want to save money on your refrigeration costs? The Groundfridge might fit the bill. The Groundfridge is a modern take on the old root cellar. It was built by a Dutch designer, Floris Schoonderbeek, and uses thermal inertia to keep temperatures constant throughout the year. Groundfridge will keep contents between 10 and 12 […]
DJI Drone Arena
DJI is crazy about drones. Crazy in a good way. They are like Apple, making one hit product after another. Their products have solid user interfaces, clean designs, and great packaging. DJI is now doubling down on their commitment to these flying quadcopters with a 15,000 sq ft training facility in Yogin, South Korea. The […]
Ubiquiti Labs Amplifi Router Claims No More Deadspots
Finally a simple router that will eliminate Wi-Fi dead spots. The Ubiquiti Labs Amplifi Router ($150) utilizes multiple self-configuring radios and an advanced antenna technology to get better wireless range. Setup is easy, built-in diagnostics and tracking, and even smartphone app for management. That alone is great, but where this router really shines is with […]
Samsung SR2AK9350U Turbo Powerbot Vacuum
Robotic vacuums have been around for quite a while. The best known of the bunch tends to be the iRobot Roomba line of vacuums. I have been avoiding the Roomba’s ever since I have gotten ahold of my iLife A4 Smart Robotic Vacuum. You can read more about that here. I digress. Samsung is placing a […]