Now part of the Arduino AtHeart program, Makeblock is looking help children learn how to program through a user-friendly kit, software and interface. Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen a number of easy-to-use robotic kits become available for young Makers in hope of inspiring them to pursue STEM-related fields. Among the more notable companies looking to spur this initiative is […]
Each time someone enters the room, this door emits some iconic Seinfeld tunes. Everyone who has watched even a little TV instantly recognizes the iconic bass notes from Seinfeld. Well, YouTuber Caliixxs has paid homage to the hit sitcom using an apartment door. The setup is rather simple: each time someone enters the room, one of the familiar riffs begins to sound. To make this […]
FUSAR Mohawk can make any helmet smart, enabling you to capture photos and videos, track your rides, talk to your friends, call for help, and more. Thanks to the Internet of Things, your helmet won’t only keep your head protected, it will soon keep you connected as you hit the road or slopes as well. Geared towards the action sport enthusiast, the Mohawk […]
Every Friday, we take a look at some of the smartest, most innovative projects that caught our attention on Kickstarter and Indiegogo over the last seven days. Prometheus This milling machine quickly carves, drills and shapes your PCBs so you don’t have to wait for a delivery truck. Zippy Robotics is currently seeking $95,000 on Kickstarter. Tiny Arcade […]
Vintage tech from the Cold War era meets modern-day electronics in this mesmerizing handmade clock. Nuvitron is a Texas-based startup who enjoys paying homage to vintage Cold War era components by refurbishing them into modern-day, handmade wooden devices like Nixie clocks. Added to their growing collection of impressive gadgetry is their latest project: the Luminous Electronic Bargraph Clock, a timepiece made of gas discharge tubes. The […]
A small robot with a big brain. After watching Robin William’s title role in “The Bicentennial Man” (1999), did you dream of having a humanoid robot of your own? One that walks, talks and performs various duties, just like a member of the family? Well, the time of having your own “Bicentennial Man” is almost here. […]
The LIVALL BH60 Helmet is a smart cycling helmet that integrates music, communication and lighting. Whether you’re a beginner or an avid biker, it’s common knowledge that wearing a helmet is important in the unlikelihood of an accident. What if that same helmet not only protected you during an accident, but helped prevent them while making your ride more enjoyable? That’s the idea behind the BH60 […]
Every Friday, we take a look at some of the smartest, most innovative projects that caught our attention on Kickstarter and Indiegogo over the last seven days. PowerUp FPV This first-of-its-kind paper airplane drone is equipped with a livestreaming camera so you can experience flight as if you were sitting in the cockpit. PowerUp Toys is about to double its […]
Every Friday, we’re taking a look at some of the smartest, most innovative projects that caught our attention on Kickstarter and Indiegogo over the last seven days. Grove This intelligent indoor garden makes it possible to grow fresh, flavorful and nutrient-rich food year round, from inside your house. Grove Labs has already well exceed its Kickstarter goal of […]
TomTom Spark GPS fitness watch features music, GPS, 24/7 tracking, extended battery life and robust capacitive touch buttons. A few weeks ago, TomTom unveiled its brand-spanking new Spark GPS fitness watch lineup at IFA 2015. Most notably, one of the company’s biggest pushes with their latest lineup is music, boasting 3GB of memory (enough for 500 or so songs) which allows wearers to store their favorite […]
