A working TIFF buffer overflow exploit was finally released for the iPhone 1.1.1 firware and the iPod Touch! This is huge for iPod Touch fans, as it means we can finally install other apps on the device. Like before, it’ll probably be a few days before there is a user-friendly tool, but if you don’t […]
Here’s some big news on the Maker Faire side of things! Austin Mayor Declares Oct. 20 & 21 Maker’s Weekend! Mayor Will Wynn Honors Maker Faire Austin — The slogan “Keep Austin Weird” is a popular one, but more than just a slogan, it summarizes why Austin is such a likeable and unique destination, not […]
We received a tip on how to make wings to use with your Halloween costume. Whether you want to make angel wings or vampire wings, you can use these free instructions. All you need is some wire, pantyhose, pipe cleaners and a few other parts. Do it yourself wings – Link. Via Ansley from Bleu […]
Man, oh man! Jennifer at the Felt Mouse is on fire this month with Halloween-inspired projects. Visit her blog to peep these hilarious homemade surprise tins, inspired by the classic snake-in-a-can-of-nuts gag. Link.
T3Hprogrammer writes – I’m always looking for a new way to scare people on Halloween. This year, I thought up a way to make people think they are getting electrocuted when they ring the doorbell! It is very simple, requires little to no knowledge of electricity, is cheap, and can be built in only an […]
Crafter Jessica Wilson (a.k.a. Jek in the Box) is looking to spread the word about Lupus Awareness Month, which is happening right now. From her Etsy page: Since 1977, October has been Lupus Awareness Month. While I appreciate all the hard work and effort geared for Breast Cancer Awareness Month I want to give an […]
Whether you like robots fighting, or are looking for some creative Halloween costumes, you should check out the “Halloween Robot Terror and Bot Costume Contest”. So just what does a fighting robot in a costume look like? Like this: Before you ask, no the bots don’t actually fight in the costumes. Pictures from the 2006 […]
