Fun GPS voice hack… A custom voice file for Garmin Nuvi GPS units stylized “GLaGPS – Genetic Lifeform and Global Positioning System” via Waxy. In 2007, Valve Software released Portal, one of the most enjoyable and creative video games of the year. But you already know that. I have created a custom voice file for […]
Robot spider made with a Javelin Stamp from Parallax via Hackedgadgets.
Direct manipulation of video is one of the more uncanny HCI concepts I’ve ever seen. Instead of manipulating time with a traditional scrubber bar, the user can drag objects in the video across their path of movement. Nothing in the video actually changes, but the perception is that you can directly manipulate the objects in […]
Spotted in the CRAFT Flickr Pool: Etsy seller netamir (from Tel Aviv) makes these mary jane shoes, and also slippers! They have foam plastic soles and look really comfy. More: DIY Shoes – CRAFT Video Podcast CRAFT: 07 Preview the Shoe Issue – CRAFT Video Podcast From the pages of CRAFT: 07: “Old Sole, New […]
In case you didn’t know, Instructables has been running a BBQ/grilling contest. Deadline for entry is July 6, so if you want to entry, you’ll need to hurry. You can see all of the entries to date at the link below. BBQ PDQ Contest
Want to make the best dang chicken you’ve ever eaten? Try a beer can chicken on the grill. It’s pretty simple. You first cover the chicken with your favorite spice rub. I use Steven Raichlen’s basic BBQ rub of brown sugar (1/4c), sweet paprika (1/4c), pepper (3tbs), sea salt (3tbs), garlic powder (2tsp), onion powder […]
For those without a good view of the traditional pyrotechnics – consider a more modest electronic approach. Ooooh … Aaaaah!
