Umm … yeah.
These are awesome.
If you’re not familiar with what a ‘Rube Goldberg Machine’ is (I didn’t know until I just looked it up), here’s the technical definition:
A Rube Goldberg machine, contraption, invention, device, or apparatus is a deliberately over-engineered or overdone machine that performs a very simple task in a very complex fashion, usually including a chain reaction. The expression is named after American cartoonist and inventor Rube Goldberg (1883-1970).
Now, here’s the new record holder for the world’s largest Rube Goldberg machine in action:
When I was a kid, I hit the neighborhood car showrooms every September. The shiny surprises waiting there when the Big Three (General Motors, Chrysler, and Ford) revealed their new models fascinated me. I did that for years. Cars still captivate me, so every year I check the special issue new model year magazines.
The wish to see what’s fresh and new is still alive in my heart. These days my showroom visits have expanded to computer hardware and software. I love trying out new things – seeing new solutions, and am all to willing to attempt to use them to change or simplify my life. When I see a software offering that addresses a need I didn’t know I had, my tendency is to get it.
Now.
Sometimes I upgrade just for the fun of it. I want to change-up the routine!
Apple’s brand is powerful.
That’s why Apple knock-offs run rampart, even if it’s just the logo being used on a cooking stove.
Here are 5 of the 10 Apple knock-offs from MicGadget:
I’m lovin’ my Magic Mouse, but I have to say, it could be smoother.
Now I’ve found the perfect solution!
They’re called, Fliders, and they can be used on just about any computer mouse:
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First, let’s take a closer look at Roccat Stuido’s latest gaming mouse, Savu.
The specs on this mouse are very impressive, if not lavish:
Oh yeah.
The Golden Age Flash gone flash.
You can even learn how to make your own!
When I saw this image (picture below), I couldn’t help but think of this video clip (above).
As the story goes, the owner of this router wondered what was rattling around inside.
