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Emulate an Apple 1 Computer with this Pocket-Sized Device

I get ridiculously excited seeing people make things. I just want to revel in the creativity I see in makers. My favorite thing in the world is sharing a maker's story. You can find me on twitter at @calebkraft and on youtube

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January 10th, 2018January 10th, 2018

The Espple Project allows you to carry and control an Apple 1 computer from your pocket. Pretty incredible huh?

More Computer Science Isn’t the Answer

By Shawn Van Every

Shawn Van Every

Shawn Van Every is the Director of Undergraduate Studies in Tisch’s new Interactive Media Arts program (IMA). ITP and IMA will be at the World’s Maker Faire in NYC this weekend, look for them inside the Hall of Science.

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September 22nd, 2017September 23rd, 2017

Whenever we encounter some exciting new technology, the first question we ask ourselves is how do we use this to make the world a better place?

3D Print a Uniquely Patterned Mouse Pad

By Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy S Cook

Jeremy is an engineer with 10 years experience at his full-time profession, and has a BSME from Clemson University. Outside of work he’s an avid maker and experimenter, building anything that comes into his mind!

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August 2nd, 2017August 1st, 2017

Tired of using a file folder for his mouse, Valentin Postl decided to improve his desk space by 3D printing his own mouse pad.

This Week in Making: Fidget Spinner Battle, Hacked Fish Tank, and Magnetic Finger

By Jordan Ramée

Jordan Ramée

Jordan has spent much of his life writing about his many geeky pastimes. He's particularly passionate about indie game design and Japanese art, but loves interacting with creators from all walks of life.

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July 23rd, 2017July 24th, 2017

This week saw fidget spinners engage in combat, a casino get hacked through their fish tank, and a writer lament about her body modification.

The State of Boards: Small, Simple Hardware Rules

By Alasdair Allan

Alasdair Allan

Alasdair Allan is a scientist, author, hacker and tinkerer, who is spending a lot of his time thinking about the Internet of Things. In the past he has mesh networked the Moscone Center, caused a U.S. Senate hearing, and contributed to the detection of what was—at the time—the most distant object yet discovered.

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