Modded handcrank flashlight powers phone
This is pretty straight forward, this maker took apart one of those hand cranked flashlights and soldered in a plug for his phone – this video shows you how – Use A Flashlight To Power Your… Video – Link.
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iMac night light
Samantha writes – I turned the shell of my dead iMac into a bedside lamp with an LED light from IKEA. Mmm, limelight! Diary of a Necromancer – Little Miss Cleverpants – Link.
Hacks Authors’ Blogs: One Feed to Rule Them All
Here’s a special post from Hackszine – great way to follow all the authors from our HACKS series…. Ed note: In this guest post, veteran Hacks series author Paul Bausch takes on a challenge that’s been on my todo list for a while, providing a solution that should be of immediate interest to all readers […]
HOW TO – Custom function key box
David sent in how to convert an old PC Keyboard into a custom function key box uC Hobby » Blog Archive » Custom Function Key Box – Link.
Play Atari 2600 games on your Pocket PC or Smartphone
Brian @ Hackszine shows you how to play Atari 2600 games on your Smartphone – Stella for Windows CE recently added support for some of the newer Windows Mobile smartphones, including QVGA devices like the T-Mobile Dash. This screencast shows how to set it up. – Link to video download. Related: Stella: “A multi-platform Atari […]
National Geographic phone
If you’re a world traveler, this phone doesn’t “look” good, but the plan sure does… No contract, incoming calls free in most countries – unlocked quad-band GSM phone. The National Geographic Talk Abroad Travel Phone is the ideal solution for your international communication needs. Whether you are a frequent business traveler or are a tourist […]
Steampunk keyboard mod
Jake sent in this an already venerable IBM Model M retro-fitted with glass and nickel keys and mounted in a polished brass frame… Steampunk Keyboard Mod – Link. Friggin gorgeous.