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A momentary moan regarding the latest and retro gadgets.

My preferred dash cams in 2024

2 March 2024 @ 10:01 am

Mission Impossible's Tape Recorders (#3)

24 February 2024 @ 10:00 am

Bird Records?

17 February 2024 @ 10:02 am

Remember these Mini Records?

10 February 2024 @ 10:00 am

21st Century BGM

13 January 2024 @ 10:04 am

The Stereo* Tefifon KC4

6 January 2024 @ 10:02 am

Big Clive Dot Com

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Literally the insides of Chinese electronics.
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slashgear.com

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Technology, Gadget & gear news and reviews.

How To Sharpen A Chainsaw (And What To Know Before You Start)

18 March 2024 @ 9:45 pm

A dull chainsaw blade is more than an efficiency issue; it's a safety hazard. Here's how to tell when your blade needs sharpening and what you need for the job.

Don't Share Your Passwords For These Streaming Platforms In 2024

18 March 2024 @ 9:15 pm

Password sharing has always cut into a streaming service's profits, now they're doing something about it. Here's your guide to how things are changing.

Toyota Tacoma Resale Value: Is It Worth The Investment?

18 March 2024 @ 8:45 pm

Of all the pickup trucks available, there's only been one model that's consistently held its value more than any other midsize in the same category.

Is Chevrolet Building A Camaro SUV?

18 March 2024 @ 8:15 pm

Production of the sixth-generation Camaro ended January of 2024, sparking speculation about the iconic model's future. But is Chevy really making it an SUV?

5 Unexpected Uses For Chainsaws

18 March 2024 @ 7:45 pm

When it's not chopping and processing lumber, your trusty chainsaw has a secret life. Check out these 5 things you didn't know a chainsaw could do.

Can You Charge An iPhone Without The Apple Charger

18 March 2024 @ 7:15 pm

The most optimal and reliable way to charge an iPhone is with an official charger, but iPhone users are not only limited to expensive official chargers.

Is Ryobi's ONE+ 18V Electric Snow Shovel Any Good? What To Know Before Buying

18 March 2024 @ 6:45 pm

A plain steel spade might not be enough to manage big drifts of stubborn snow. Can you count on Ryobi's powered shovel to get your property walkable again?

Milwaukee Rolling Tool Boxes: What To Know Before Buying (And Are They Any Good?)

18 March 2024 @ 6:29 pm

The Packout line seems like a good way to store tools, but it is more expensive than other options. So, is the Milwaukee rolling toolbox worth its high cost?

How To Properly Clean A Chainsaw Chain

18 March 2024 @ 6:15 pm

Like any important tool, a chainsaw needs to be properly maintained if you want it to last a long time. Here are some easy ways to clean the chain.

How To Put A Drill Bit In Your Ryobi Drill The Correct Way

18 March 2024 @ 6:07 pm

It can be surprisingly tricky to get your bit to fit into your drill the right way. Fortunately, it's not too complicated if you follow these simple steps.

glow.co.uk

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UK Glow in the Dark Flashing Novelties from Glow Sticks, Glow Gadgets, Lava Lamps, Torches, Candles and Home Lighting.

gizmag.com

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odd look at news on the web

"Flying milk can" drones to start drop-delivering food in Sweden

18 March 2024 @ 8:06 pm

The Aerit Nimbi drone – which can deliver much more than just milk – along with one of its winch-lowered cartonsPeople living in part of Sweden will soon be receiving food deliveries by aerial drone. The service, which utilizes multicopters that look rather like old-timey milk transportation cans, may subsequently be introduced throughout the country and beyond.Continue ReadingCategory: Drones, TechnologyTags:

World's most portable bicycle rack takes five bikes at a time

18 March 2024 @ 5:24 pm

AHHA's Toaster bike rack is priced at US$399The Toaster is claimed to be the world's most portable bike rack and from the looks of things, that may very well be the case. It folds flat when not in use, and can accommodate up to five bikes of almost any wheel size.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: Bike Racks,

Crazy dual-drivetrain fatbike gains rear air spring for smoother riding

18 March 2024 @ 5:10 pm

Back in 2022, Canadian bike maker Biktrix launched a powerful hardtail off-road ebike that featured two drivetrains – pedal power to the right and high-power motor to the left. Now the Juggernaut XD has gone full squish for 2024.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: ebikes, Pedal-assisted,

Plastic fantastic: Indian home integrates over 6,000 discarded toys

18 March 2024 @ 2:51 pm

Toy Storey's exterior incorporates around 6,200 discarded plastic toysIndia's Toy Storey, by Wallmakers, showcases an unorthodox approach to recycling, with the residence incorporating approximately 6,200 unwanted toys into its exterior. It also has an attractive overall form that maximizes ventilation and shade to provide a comfortable interior temperature.Continue ReadingCategory: Architecture, LifestyleTags:

Jobs and Musk smash auction records ... and the auction isn't finished yet

18 March 2024 @ 12:49 pm

As we publish this article, these two cards from technology entrepreneurs Steve Jobs and Elon Musk are now the two most expensive business cards that have ever been sold - and the auction doesn't finish until 21 March 2024 at 6 p.m. ET with extended bidding likely.The booming alternative assets market space added yet another heavyweight genre this week as the world record for a business card was smashed twice today by both Steve Jobs and Elon Musk, and the auction still has four days to run.Continue ReadingCategory: Collectibles,

Mercedes puts Apollo humanoid to work on the production line

18 March 2024 @ 12:41 pm

Humanoid robots are entering the workforce. Following in the footsteps of Figure 01 at BMW and Digit in Amazon's R&D facility, Apptronik's Apollo bot is helping skilled human workers build cars for Mercedes-Benz.Continue ReadingCategory: Robotics, TechnologyTags: Humanoid, Apptronik,

Autonomous vortex-surfing cargo gliders promise 65% cheaper air freight

18 March 2024 @ 8:23 am

Aerolane's prototype cargo gliders both still have engines and propellers installed at this point, but have a custom autopilot system designed to surf the lead plane's wake vortex for maximum efficiencyA West Texas company says it's found a remarkably simple way to slash air cargo costs as much as 65% – by having planes tow autonomous, cargo-carrying gliders behind them, big enough to double, or potentially triple their payload capacity.Continue ReadingCategory: Aircraft, Transport

Genetic variants link meat consumption to increased bowel cancer risk

18 March 2024 @ 8:15 am

Genetic variants have been linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer in people who eat a lot of red and processed meatAware of the link between eating red and processed meat and the incidence of colorectal cancer but not the biological basis for it, researchers have now identified two genetic markers that may explain it. Understanding the disease process and the genes underlying it can help develop better prevention strategies.Continue ReadingCategory: Health & Wellbeing,

Hold on: World's fastest AI chip will massively accelerate AI progress

18 March 2024 @ 6:15 am

The Wafer Scale Engine (WSE-3) is the world's fastest AI chipWhether you see AI as an incredible tool with massive benefits or a societal ill that only benefits massive tools, a powerful new chip can train them faster than ever. Cerebras Systems has unveiled the world’s fastest AI chip – the Wafer Scale Engine 3 (WSE-3), which powers the Cerebras CS-3 AI supercomputer with a peak performance of 125 petaFLOPS. And it’s scalable to an insane degree.Continue ReadingCategory: Computers,

World's largest aircraft delivers colossal cargo to makeshift airstrips

18 March 2024 @ 5:39 am

The Radia Windrunner offers a cargo volume seven times larger than the mighty AntonovThe 108-m (356-ft) long Radia Windrunner is designed to transport cargo too big for the road, to short, semi-prepared airstrips on rough terrain. It would dwarf the majestic 84-m (275-ft) long Antonov An-225 Mriya, which is sadly no longer with us.Continue ReadingCategory: Aircraft, TransportTags: World's

gizmodo.com

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Gadgets and hardware gossip mainly written by SJWs.

The huffingtonpost of tech.