littleBits New CloudBit Module Simplifies Internet-Controlled Projects
littleBits formally released their CloudBit module today — and announced a retail partnership with RadioShack that further expands the sales reach of the growing company.
Maker News
From advancements in technology and materials, to the development of innovative techniques and ideas, there’s always something new on the horizon. As a maker, your success depends on your ability to keep up with all these changes. Let’s take a look at some of the most noteworthy developments that are taking place in making right now!
Upcycled Pinball Machine Desk
Tired of getting too much work done at your boring, old, conventional desk? Then you might need to slow yourself down with the blinding magnificence of this upcycled desk.
Painting the Internet of Things Blue
One of the factors that making the current generation of wearables devices not just possible, but useable, is the growing popularity of Bluetooth LE.
This Mechanic Is Making the Ultimate Commuter Bike for Everyone
A reformed software exec wants to fix bike commuting with his low-cost, low-maintenance cutting-edge bicycle.
New York Next Top Makers Ramps Up for Year Two; Now Accepting Applications
New York City is looking for Big Apple makers to apply for Year 2 of its New York’s Next Top Makers program. The application period begins today, Wednesday, July 9, and extends until September 3. Six teams will be chosen to take advantage of a customized 12-month Studio Incubation Program, which includes access to networks, […]
Spark Lands $4.9 million in funding; launches new Cloud-based operating system.
Spark, which is known for its tiny development kit for creating WiFi connected products, is launching a cloud-based operating system that will enable users to take their products from prototypes (its current primary user base) to mass manufacturing. The Spark Core kit has always had a cloud component, but the new operating system will pair […]
Offer the Largest Crowdfunding Perk in History, and Other Advice From Sproutel’s Campaign
A few months ago, Sproutel, the company behind Jerry the Bear, the interactive bear that helps kids with Type 1 diabetes learn to live with the disease, decided to launch a crowdfunding campaign. When the campaign went live, today on Indiegogo, it had an unusual perk: for $3 million you can buy 12,000 bears, which […]
