Gadgets

This kaleidoscope or Mangekyo in Japanese is actually a projector set to be released by Sega Toys in Japan. It can be used to project colorful patterns on your walls — but I can think of another thing you could use it for. See the Mangekyo in action after the jump.

What guy doesn’t enjoy having his nipples electrocuted while someone whips his nutsack? Hey, it’s only natural. Succumb to the fantasy with this lineup of Electrical Fetish Gear from Stockroom, that can generate small electrical shocks in unlikely places, among other features. Take the above gadget for instance. Medieval torture kit or fun-filled Saturday night? You be the judge. � ...

If you ever get the feeling that you are being watched when you walk around the neighborhood, it may not be a human doing the watching. It could be a bird. A bird with a fancy pants house complete with security cameras waiting for the perfect time to strike. � Sean Fallon Link [via]

One look at this botanically inspired PowerSEED art installation, and you can understand why it has garnered so much attention. Developed by UeBERSEE for the city of Pasadena, PowerSEED utilizes 30 solar powered lights arranged in bunches around an electric power plant. Each light sits atop a 24 meter (78.7 foot) tall flexible pole that sways gently in the breeze, ...

This new Card R Voice Recorder is about the same size as a credit card, but it boasts 1GB of internal memory, which is enough space for around 72 hours of voice recordings. It also features a built-in USB connector, which makes transferring content a snap. Personally, I just use my cellphone when I want to take a voice memo. ...

We usually get excited with leaked gadgets, but the new Motorola music phone is giving us nightmares. 8GB of memory, 3.5mm earphone jack and a tiny screen, all wrapped up in a fashion sense that we are so clueless about. Take a deep breath and check out the rest of the shots after the jump.

Here is a little DIY project for anyone who has mad hacking skills and a desire to pimp out their car’s dashboard. This digital dashboard gauge is built on an open source Arduino platform with text LCD and standard car senders. For the purposes of this hack, the gauge is being used to monitor turbo pressure, oil and other temperatures, ...

What’s the nerdiest way to carry around your gear? How about an officially licensed Darth Vader or Storm Trooper Megalopolis Hard Shell Backpack from Boblbe? Each backpack is manufactured from hard ABS resin, which makes it completely waterproof and durable enough to stand up to just about anything you can throw at it. They also feature a laser etched Star ...

If you find yourself working outside during the hottest days of the summer, this Cooling Vest from Cooline may be just the thing to help keep you comfortable. The vest is designed to work like the body’s own heat regulation system. Just fill it up with regular tap water and it will cool the vest (and your body) through evaporation. ...

Tired of missing out on gunfights because the baby needs a sitter? This heavy weight bullet-proof stroller will change all that thanks to its rugged design. Designed to withstand all modern ballistics, including armor piercing rounds, the Bullet-Proof Baby Stroller promises 100% protection for your child — and your groceries should it come down to that. Its the “ultimate in ...