Archive for July, 2008
Now is the Time to Become a god Amongst Men; Xbox 360 Exclusive Too Human has Gone Gold
Now is the Time to Become a god Amongst Men; Xbox 360 Exclusive Too Human has Gone Gold…(read more)
Original post by Gamerscore News
No commentsT-Mobile Sidekick 2008 Skins From Skin It
T-Mobile was kind enough to send me the new Sidekick 2008 model early so I could spend some time getting acquainted with it. Lately, T-Mobile has really been ramping up Sidekick production with models like the Slide and LX. The 2008, the latest model, isn’t vastly different than the Sidekick LX. It’s a little smaller, which is a major issue as it makes using it much easier. Battery life still sucks and the camera is improved a bit but is still lacking a quality CMOS chip.
One major feature of the Sidekick 2008 is that you can skin it. T-Mobile has teamed up with, ironically, a company called SkinIt.com to give you the ability to customize your Sidekick in full. Add colors, text and drag any image you want over the shell to create a personalized phone that really fits your style. Here, take a look at what I came up with and see if you can tell what my style is (hint: beer):
Yes. I am now the proud owned of a Sierra Nevada Sidekick. One-of-a-kind. How cool is that? With the ability to choose a white or black shell, the possibilities are endless. The web-based design tool is made with Adobe Flash and works OK. Some things were easy to do while other features had me tearing my hair out. I hear that the designer isn’t full finished yet, so hopefully T-Mobile can bang out these last minute issues.
Other then that, SkinIt and the T-Mobile were made for each other. The Sidekick 2008 is one of the better devices T-Mobile has released and enabling users to customize the shell entirely is a key point for it’s success. The price is right too: $9.99 for one shell and $14.99 for two. Affordable and a fantastic gift idea for your friend with a SK08.
Original post by Vince Veneziani
No commentsPut Some D’Oh Into Your Monitor
OK, so they aren’t X-mas lights, but they certainly are fixing to be. Simpson fanatics who already have every Simpsons paraphernalia from wall clocks to pinball machines and even an eye-popping limited edition iPod design, will be happy to know that they can now decorate their computer monitor with Homer. This mini-bulb strand consists of nine little Homers, all powered by USB that’s sure to have Smithers go gay for you. It’s available at Drinkstuff.com for $32, a price that even Mr. Burns wouldn’t bitch about.
Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsAfternoon Linkage for July 29th, 2008
Tomorrow we’ll treat you to a Sierra Nevada. In the meantime, I’ll be attending a T-Mobile event tonight, as well as Ignite NYC. Stay tuned!
Have great links you want showcased on Afternoon Linkage? E-mail us: tips AT gearfuse DOT com.
Original post by Vince Veneziani
No commentsA Bike Design That Predates The Company Producing It
What a sweet ride! The Rasmus Gjesing ATB Tourist bicycle is the work of, you guessed it: Rasmus Gjesing. Gjesing’s company was founded 12 years ago and focuses on quality and design that tries to steer clear of the look of mass-produced bicycles. With the ATB, everyone may think you’re riding an old bike, but that top-of-the-line Motorola MP3 helmet will make them think differently.
With that orange color and curved handlebar this bike has a retro look that makes a Commodore 64 LAN party look like the next Electronic Entertainment Expo. I’m mean, look at that seat: it’s straight out of the 70s, maybe earlier. This vintage design is quite costly, selling at $3200 dollars.
Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsInvisible Streetlight Is Very Visible
In your neighborhood, you may have noticed that the street lights can be almost as horrendous looking as the telephone lines. Designer Jongoh Lee must’ve been disgusted by the intrusion on mother nature for having come up with these solar powered street lights that imitate leaves, called Invisible Streetlight. The lights are comprised of a double injection of silicon, aluminum materials and a photocapacitor, which keeps it glowing all night long.
While it’s by no means a bloomin’ dildo light source, it’ll at least fit in with the other leaves on the tree. Though we’re more impressed with leaves that want to be lights rather than lights that want to be leaves, the Invisible Streetlight is a fine alternative to power wasting street lights.
Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsDIY E-bola Isn’t What You’re Thinking
I wouldn’t call this a weapon but more of a raver toy for use at that illegal warehouse party. Dubbed E-bola, it’s made by attaching an LED throwie (LEDs and a battery + electrical tape) to a rope which is then flailed around your body. Looks great in the dark, especially on ecstasy.
Original post by Vince Veneziani
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