10 Amazing 2017 Valentines Gift Ideas for Him

Posted on 21/01/2017 by laurentiu vladoiu

Valentine’s day is approaching, and this is the perfect opportunity to show your partner how much you love him. When you share the same passions then it could be easy to know what to get but new things always appear on the market, and you might not know about them.

We know how difficult it sometimes is to find the right gift, so here is us helping you out with some ideas we consider perfect for the occasion so that you can impress your valentine with your thoughtfulness.

Catchall: A Handmade Stand for Everything

The things that you need nearby aren’t always the same, but due to the creative way in which this stand was designed, you can always find a good use for it. The headphones, keys, watch, charging phone or wallet all have great places to rest on and the plywood used is of the highest quality, sanded smooth to make sure that nothing is damaged after being placed here. You can get it here.

Rover 2.0 App-Controlled Wireless Spy Tank

No matter their age, men like toys and gadgets so if you find one that has some good uses too then you are sure to impress. This spy tank can be operated through an Apple or Android phone or tablet and you can record video and sound which can even be streamed or uploaded to Facebook or Youtube. Careful when trying it outdoors though because rain might cause some problems to it.

Instant Photo Prints for iPhone

If your loved one has an iPhone and likes to take a lot of pictures, then this instant photo print might come in handy. It’s a mobile printer that you can take with you anywhere so if you are planning a vacation then this might be the ideal gift. You don’t even need ink cartridges since the paper it comes with has everything already on it, so it’s easy to use for anyone.

Oculus Rift – Virtual Reality Headset

If you are looking to make someone happy and have a large budget at your disposal, then the amazing Oculus Rift virtual reality set is the perfect gadget for the job. You only need a (quite powerful) PC to make it work, and your gamer boyfriend will then have access to one of the most stunning pieces of technology that is currently available!

Withings Activite Steel Watch

More than a simple timepiece, this watch will keep track of your activity while running or swimming, telling you a number of calories burned and while you sleep it will monitor the periods of light and deep sleep making it a beautiful gift for a person that is active or interested in their overall health.

Star Wars Force Band

This is a great toy for a teenager or someone younger that has a passion for Star Wars since it makes the Force seem closer to you. You get a wristband that can control a small BB-8 Droid and there are also two other modes for combat training and training with the Force. If your boyfriend is a Star Wars enthusiast, then this can be an excellent choice.

Lumo Lift Posture Coach

Modern day people are a lot more sedentary than in the past, and since most of us work at a desk back, pains have become more and more frequent. This small device is meant to remind you to correct your posture, and it does this by wearing it below the collarbone with a smartphone nearby to vibrate when you have to pay attention. It might seem like a weird gift at first, but if your loved one has back problems, then they will grow to love this little gadget after a few days of getting accustomed.

Anti-Theft USB Power Bank Business Backpack

The utilities of such a gift stand out from the title, and it has safe compartments for your wallet, phone, documents and other gadgets while also providing a power bank to keep them charged all the time! This is probably close to becoming the ultimate backpack, and if you have a boyfriend who is always on the move, then this will certainly be something they will appreciate.

WowWee Coder MiP Toy Robot

This programmable robot can do different actions, and it maintains balance so it is bound to impress anyone who sees it. The tray it comes with can hold different objects, and the robot can carry them around the house for you even if you have ramps (stairs are a problem, though). You can control it with an iPhone or iPad, and it has a light in front to let you know the mode it is in. They say that this is perfect for ages 8 to 88 and we have to agree.

Arccos On-Course Stats Tracking System

If golf is your valentine’s sport then Arccos is something they will definitely appreciate since it is the best way to analyze and improve their performance at the game. You can get instant information about your shots on a smartphone and then at home you can check out a more detailed analysis of all your shots. You don’t have to download any track data since the GPS technology takes care of that and if you are a golfer, this is certainly an ideal product to have.

9 Beautiful Star Wars Puzzle Sets

Posted on 05/12/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

A great gift for a geek of any age, these puzzles are all inspired by the popular science fiction franchise and, even if they range a lot when it comes to difficulty, they all have in common the fact of being awesome.

Puzzles are amazing as presents because they are challenging and once you get one done you can have a great picture adorning one of the rooms so it’s a double win in our book.

The choice of puzzles is really large but we consider these ones to stand out from the rest through the great images, materials or just through the tasteful way in which they recreate the wonderful Star Wars universe. Challenge your friends, offer them a treat they will enjoy or simply get one for yourself to add more Star Wars flavor to your life!

C 3PO and R2 D2 Jigsaw Bigjigs Puzzle

If this seems like a really difficult one to solve (with 1000 pieces) you don’t know the half of it and even if it comes with a poster that helps you in the process it will still take quite a long time to finish. The photomosaic will bring you back to some of the most memorable scenes from the Star Wars movies and in the end you will have an impressive image with the droids everyone’s looking for. If you like a good challenge or want to test a friend’s wits then this is one of the best choices you can get due to the great materials and amazing price.

Star Wars Funko Pop Puzzle

The FUNKO Star Wars puzzle has a completed size of 19 x 26 inch and brings together all the important characters in a single group picture of the figurines. The big headed models make it quite amusing and the puzzle is a really good gift for younger children although it can be quite a challenge to put together in the first place.

Ravensburger Star Wars Episode I-VI a New Hope Jigsaw Puzzle

As one of the most appreciated puzzle company in the world, Ravensburger stands out through the quality of their products and through the great images they choose. This one is a classic image from the first Star Wars trilogy and it will certainly look good in the room of any Star Wars fan. With 500 pieces, this puzzle isn’t as difficult as some of the others presented here and thus it makes a great gift for anyone with ages 10+.

Star Wars The Legacy Puzzle 5000 Professional Premium

If a 500 piece puzzle is too easy for a puzzle expert, then one that is ten times larger might do the trick. The completed size is of 153 x 101 cm so it can take up a whole wall, making it the central attraction of a room. The designers had this in mind and thus they made the pieces with a linen-paper finish to ensure no glare. The illustration itself brings together the entire story of the first six episodes in a picture filled with nostalgia that will bring many memories each time you take a glance at it.

Handmade Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle – Star Wars – A New Hope

With the classic A New Hope print that we all love so much, this puzzle stands out through the hand crafted wooden pieces that will provide you with the best quality you can get. The picture is actually just an indication since you can get any picture made into a puzzle and since the quality is so high then this is perfect for a gift. One thing to keep in mind though is to make sure you order it in time since it will take two weeks or so to be created.

Star Wars Episode 7 R2-D2, C-3PO and BB-8

Episode seven brought a new droid to the saga, transforming the dynamic duo into a trio and since everyone loves them this is one of the best images you can choose for a fan of Star Wars. The jigsaw puzzle has 1000 pieces and is difficult enough to pose a challenge without edging on the impossible so you can offer this to anyone over 10 years old.

Metal Earth Star Wars TIE Fighter 3D Metal Model Kit

This isn’t a typical puzzle, since once you assemble it you get a figurine of a TIE Fighter, but it is certainly awesome and the models are highly detailed. The iconic starfighter of the Galactic Empire, this one has a size of 2.6×2.4×2.9 inches so it will be easy do display in any room. You don’t need glue or other things to make the pieces stick together and the instructions are easy to follow but the small parts make it recommended for ages 14 or above only so keep that in mind.

Ravensburger Star Wars Episode I-VI Saga Puzzle

At 2000 pieces, this is certainly going to test the skill of the person who assembles it and just as with the previous puzzles they offer, Ravensburger prove to be the best choice. The Star Wars theme is really epic and you get a sort of group picture with the space battles in the background. A wonderful gift for anyone who enjoys Star Wars and a challenging puzzle for those who want to test their skill.

Star Wars Crystal Puzzle 60 Pieces

This isn’t a typical puzzle since it is 3D and instead of being made of jigsaw pieces it comes with crystal parts that you have to assemble together to have a statue of Darth Vader. You get a pedestal as well and in the end the bust will have a 13 cm height. It’s easier to assemble than a typical puzzle and the pieces are large so you can give this to a small child (three years or more according to the manufacturer) making it great for anyone who loves Star Wars!

12 Coolest Star Wars Christmas Decor Ideas

Posted on 30/11/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

Star Wars Darth Vader Lighted Airblown Inflatable Christmas Santa

Christmas is rapidly approaching and along with the tree we also have to think of all the other decorations that will turn our home into a festive setting for the holidays. While the Christmas lights are a must there are many other elements that will not only add flavor to the place but also show the things that we like as well as our personality.

One of the best geeky themes you can think of for your Christmas décor is Star Wars inspired and thankfully there are plenty of items to choose from to enrich your home. Here is our selection for some of the most amazing things you can find to make these holidays really about the things that you enjoy.

Star Wars Christmas Stockings Yoda Darth Vader Boba Fett

Even if you don’t have a fireplace nearby you still have to hang some stockings for Santa to find and why opt for the traditional red and green ones when you can pick some as amazing as these instead? You have Darth Vader in two versions, Yoda and Boba Fett to choose from and the great thing is that you can get each one embroidered with names so that everyone knows where to look for their presents!

Star Wars Christmas Ornaments and Magnets made from Perler Beads

These Star Wars ornaments & magnets are great due to the multiple uses you can think of with them, such as fridge magnets, key chains, pins for your bag or clothes and even as party favors that you can give to your guests to take home. They come with a white ribbon so you can even hand them in the Christmas tree and you have six of the most popular Star Wars characters to choose from: Yoda, Darth Vader, Boba Fett, R2-D2, C-3PO and a Stormtrooper.

Star Wars Ugly Sweater Holiday Ceramic Mug

A great gift and useful not only during the holidays, this mug is highly functional and holds more liquid than an average mug so you can get a lot of coffee in it for your morning boost. You have Stormtroopers, Darth Vader and AT-Ats all over it and the Star Wars logo is on the interior. The material it is made of is high quality stoneware making it both dishwasher and microwave safe and it can hold up to 20 ounces of liquid.

Kurt Adler Darth Vader 3D Tinsel Lawn Seasonal Décor

Combining the Star Wars lore with some holiday spirit, this décor will look great either on your lawn or indoors. Darth Vader wears the red cape and hat that are reminiscent of Santa and his red lightsaber is also quite festive, making it a must have for any fan of Star Wars. Its size is of 28 inches and with all the lights on it will certainly attract the attention of every envious passer-by.

Stormtrooper 3D Lawn Christmas Decor

Following the same theme as the Darth Vader lawn statue, this one is the same size and would go perfectly next to the other one. The depiction of a Storm Trooper has never been more hilarious than this one with the lovely scarf and a present. It is really easy to put together and is really bright, making it terrific either indoors or outdoors.

Star Wars Darth Vader Lighted Airblown Inflatable Christmas Santa

This version of Darth Vader is a bit smaller than the previous one but it will certainly protect your lawn from the rebels. The inflatable version is easy to set up but if you intend to keep it outdoors some extra support might be needed if it’s windy in your region. The cape will move to make it more heroic and the LEDs will make it stand out during nighttime as well.

Light Side Star Wars Christmas Nativity

Quite a complex décor with this one, but it is definitely entertaining to see the nativity scene remade with Star Wars characters as the protagonists. Mary is Princess Leia, Joseph is Han Solo and you have all the other important light side characters present as well made with polymer clay and ready to amaze your guests.

Star Wars Christmas Tree

Aside from your actual Christmas Tree why not decorate another room with this handmade Star Wars inspired tree made from reclaimed wood and lights on the edges. At about 38’ in length this is quite big and will certainly stand out to make the house more festive.

Star Wars Stormtrooper Christmas Plush Greeter

The adorable plush Trooper has a giant head like the figurines from Funko Pop and also comes armed with candy to sweeten your day. The Santa hat makes him ideal for the holidays and the 21 inch size means that it will really stand out as a fluffy Christmas decoration. The details on it are quite well made and you can also get a Yoda version of the plush greeter!

Hallmark itty bittys Star Wars Holiday C-3PO Stuffed Animal

Another adorable plush is this smaller and really well made C-3PO toy that is great for any Star Wars fan, adult or child. You can gift this to someone you really appreciate or even better just give yourself this gift because it will make each day you look at it a better one by passing on that cute smile and those lovable eyes.

Kurt Adler 3D Tinsel Yoda Lawn Decor

We saw a Vader decoration and a Storm Trooper for your lawn but you need to balance them out with a follower of the light and who better for the task than this Yoda model? Dressed in the Jedi attire, this model has 28 inches in height and wears a red Santa hat to get you into the holiday spirit along with a green lightsaber that is illuminating the surroundings.

STAR WARS Jawa Plush Dog Toy

Your canine companion has to get into the holiday spirit too and this plush dog toy is a great treat for him or her. If you don’t have a dog but know someone who does this is a perfect gift which they will certainly appreciate and it’s so adorable that they don’t even have to be Star Wars fans to enjoy this wonderful toy.

10 Incredible Hovercrafts

Posted on 10/03/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

They look like a boat and are operated by a pilot in a manner similar to that of an aircraft, these wonderful means of transportation stand out through their versatility which leads to them being used for transportation, commercial, recreational and even military purposes.

Hovercrafts might seem like science fiction for some but they were invented in the 1950s and they are a great way to travel due to the hybrid capabilities that can take you over land, water, ice or mud with ease. Let us take a look at some of the models you can find on the market today and find out a bit more about these amazing creations.

Renegade Hovercraft

They have several models available and this one is the most basic version, making it great for a weekend distraction as well as for commercial or leisure uses. The lower hull is made from Kevlar so you won’t have problems going with this over any places and can even use it in racing due to the fuel injected engine that powers propulsion fan leading to speeds of up to 48mph. it has room for two passengers and you can ride it for up to three hours straight. The price for this hovercraft is $24,900.

The Kaiman from Airlift Hovercraft

Designed to be simple to operate and highly reliable, the Kaiman can be used for military or industrial roles and it can take you through any tough terrain without any problems. The great thing is that you can transport it on a wide trailer on the road and it weighs under a ton. There are eight passenger seats so you can use it for a short cruise. They are quite mysterious about the price of this hovercraft and thus you will have to contact them to find out how much you have to pay for this one.

Griffon 380TD

With a capacity of five persons and really easy to operate controls, this hovercraft can be used to go over water, mud or simply act as a flood rescue. With low noise and a combination of aluminum and composite materials, this hovercraft can accomplish almost any task and reach placed where you couldn’t get with a boat. The maintenance is simple and it is one of the most efficient and advanced hovercrafts you can get for this size. Find out more about it here.

Neoteric Recreational Hovercraft Deluxe

These light hovercrafts stand out through their many customization options that give you more seats, better features, a rooftop or a better ability to control them. You can even get a trailer designed specifically for your hovercraft, because the one you use with your car or boat won’t be usable over any terrain. The price for one of these beauties starts from $25,000 and it will be worth every penny.

Hov Pod SPX TCC 65HP

The complicated name describes a really high powered 3-seat hovercraft that was designed for aviation applications so it is extremely reliable. It’s amazing that you can get access to hovercrafts that were initially designed for military applications and since 2010 this one uses a thermal process to reduce the overall weight of the vehicle while at the same time making it more resistant. Find out more about it here.

Pacific Hovercraft’s Slider

The slider is named thus because of its maneuverability and its ease of use. The engine was made in Germany and it has 70HP, while the propulsion makes it safe over water, snow, dry land or through swamps. Through its flexible skirt you will have stability over any terrain so it is great for fishing, and you won’t damage the surface ecology of any area you pass through. The developers offer a lot of information about it here.

The 2015 Marlin III

The leading manufacturer of small hovercrafts in the UK sells these for private buyers and businesses and this model was designed as a recreational or commercial craft that comes with two or three seats and a large variety of options. The developers go into a really high amount of detail about their work so you should check out this site for more info.

Supercraft by Mercier-Jones

If performance and cost efficiency was the name of the game for most of our previous models, this one focuses on luxury and brings the supercar technology into a hovercraft. This elegant amphibious vehicle will draw many looks but it also boasts an innovative propulsion system and drive train along with a directional control system that will make you feel as if you’re driving a high speed automobile. With two seats and a lot of class, this ride is a unique design and if you add the fact that it’s a limited edition you will understand why the starting price for one is $85,000.

ABS M10 Hovercraft

This award winning hovercraft is quite a bit larger than the previous ones and it was designed for law enforcement and commercial routes. It has two Diesel engines and it stands out for its lower maintenance cost than conventional patrol vessels while still having all the amphibious capabilities. It won the Millennium product award for its advanced technology but you have to contact the developers for more information about the price.

Hammacher Schlemmer Hovercrafts

They have some models that might seem more playful, such as the Golf Cart Hovercraft which allows you to easily to past sand, water or grass at a speed of up to 45 mph, but there are some models that are quite impressive such as their flying hovercraft that brings this means of transportation to a new high. They also offer a more conventional hovercraft with two seats that is well made and will cost you $19,500.

Make it yourself guides

If the idea of spending over $20,000 for a hovercraft is disarming there are other ways of getting one. Check out this project in which someone started from scratch and built one by themselves with a 10 HP engine and under $1,000 in material costs.

Hovercraft Kits

Perhaps the price of a hovercraft seems too steep for you, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting the ride of your dreams. The people from Universal Hovercraft give you access to all the components needed to build one yourself and if you like tinkering with engines this could be a wonderful hobby. They have many models for projects of one to over ten persons and you will certainly have something to be proud of when you build such a machine by yourself. Plus it is much cheaper to assemble one and you will get to know a lot more about how the hovercraft works in the process.

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17 Best Free Stock Photos Websites

Posted on 02/03/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

We all love great images but not all of us have the skills needed to take the perfect shot. Many websites need some pictures to improve the beauty of their page and here are some of the best sources for free pictures on the internet.

The largest high-quality stock photos are held on only a few sites for which you have to pay $20 or even more and that’s for a single photo. Lucky for us there are still many amazing photos you can get for free and here is a list of the best places to find them.

When it comes to free licenses for a photo there are two kinds that you have to know about: the Creative Commons zero which means that you don’t need to ask any permission to use or modify the photo in any way you like, and the Creative Commons with attribution which means that you can use the photo but you have to credit the author of the photo (a simple “photo by…” will do).

Unsplash

This site provides ten free photos each ten days and they are mostly of stunning landscapes. The photos are under the creative commons public domain license and are made by professionals in the field, ensuring their great quality. Many consider this the best source for free photos online and if you seek landscapes then they are should definitely be your first stop.

Snapwire Snaps

Each day you can get a free photo and they have a stock from over 200,000 photographers, so you should be able to find anything you want here. The photos are public domain and have no copyright restrictions.Snapwire Snaps

FreeImages

Here you get thousands of photos from categories such as transportation, textures and patterns, architecture or wildlife to name but a few of their divisions. Due to the careful categorization of each picture it is easy to find what you need and you can use most of them without the need for any attribution. FreeImages

StockSnap.io

With its great search engine and a tracker of downloads and views for each photo you can easily find what you want and look for the most popular choices out there. Each week you get hundreds of new photos at a high resolution and they are all free! stocksnap

Gratisography

The artist and web designer Ryan McGuire created this wonderful collection with many beautiful images that tell some story. Each week new photos are added and you can use them without any restriction and no cost at all. Gratisography

Negative Space

Here you get 20 new free photos each week under the CC0 license and they have a search engine that can sort the photos by category, copy space or color. Some of them are premium so you need to pay for them, but you can get most for free. Negative Space

Life of Pix

The LEEROY creative agency from Montreal offers new pictures each week through this site and they can be downloaded without any restrictions. You get many categories to choose from and can easily search the themes you need. They also have a similar site for videos with the same copyright free model. Life of Pix

Pixabay

An enormous database without any copyright, so you can use them for any purposes you choose. They include vector graphics, illustrations or films as well and with such a large stock you will find many pictures to suit your needs. Pixabay

Picjumbo

It stands out through the really high resolution of the photos and the ease with which you can find what you need. You get many categories that you might not find anywhere and this makes this site a great place to find new pictures. Picjumbo

IM Free

IM Creator is an online website building tool that comes with a library of high quality free photos that you can use on your own projects as long as you attribute them to the artist. Compared to the other sites they don’t have a huge selection, but they are well organized under many categories and they are quite nice so give them a try. IM Free

New Old Stock

Vintage photos from the public archives can be a great treasure and New Old Stock offers just that and for free. Many of the pictures are taken from government agencies or discovered in sold estates and they have no copyright restrictions so you can use them for whatever purpose without cost. New Old Stock

GetRefe

Filled with photos of landscapes and architecture, GetRefe is the Tumblr account of someone who travelled throughout Europe and has taken photos of their journeys. They aren’t put into any categories but you have a large selection of wonderful pictures without having to pay anything for them. GetRefe

Jay Mantri

Jay Mantri offers you free pictures under the CC0 license and tells you to “do anything. Make magic.” with them. He is one of the most talented designers in Southern California and you get new photos every Thursday from him. Jay Mantri

MorgueFile

A morgueFile is a place where you host materials after the production so that they can be used for reference and this is where they took their name from. You get many pictures that can be used by illustrators, designers, teachers or any other professionals without any cost and with a stock of over 300,000 photos. MorgueFile

Picography

The layout of this site is as simple as it gets with a scroll-down gallery of random shots that comes from several professional photographers. Since anyone can submit photos you get a very large selection but it might take a while to find exactly what you are looking for but it is worth the effort. Picography

Public Domain Archive

A web designer and photographer from Athens, GA made this site as a repository for high quality public domain images that he found throughout the internet and since it acts as a huge archive you get a lot of valuable photos here. The great thing is that they host vintage and contemporary photos so many genres are brought together but the lack of an efficient search engine might lead to a few minutes of scrolling until you find what you need. Public Domain Archive

Pexels

All pictures on the site are under the CC0 license and this site adds around 20 new photos every day. Each one of the photos is carefully chosen to make sure that all are of a really high quality and they are easily found with the efficient search engine making the site easy to use. Pexels

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4 Affordable 3D Printers for Your Home or Office

Posted on 26/01/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

The replicators from Star Trek are close to becoming a reality with the development of 3D printers and it is really easy to get your hands on one to see the miracle for yourself!

The process of 3D printing is also called additive manufacturing and if they were a matter of the future a few years ago, now you can get one for yourself. These printers could lead to a new industrial revolution since you can send a blueprint of any product on another continent and they will be replicated there.

Although they were first developed during the 1980s, they became a mainstream item in the 2010s and today everyone knows about them. In case you never thought about buying one, today they are quite affordable and thus we made a selection for you to choose from. Let us find out how much it would cost you to get a 3D printer in your own home and what other supplies you need to make it work.

XYZprinting Da Vinci 1.0 3D Printer

This won the Editors’ Choice Award at the CES 2014 for being the most affordable 3D printer and at the price of $499.99 it is really cheap when compared to the others on this list. This one totally beats its competition when it comes to the size/price ratio, being 69% bigger than the competition. It has a size of 20x20x20cm and you can use it straight out of the box due to the plug-and-play features.

The filament cartridges are easy to replace or install and the CE certified printer with an enclosed design protects the users from the high temperatures while also making the printing process more efficient. You get access to a large online community which shares 3D designs and you will be really surprised to see how much this printer can do for such a small price.

The cartridges come in 13 colors and the XYZ Printing Filament Cartridges were made to offer the most accurate image. You can print in ABS or in PLA, the two most common thermoplastics available and the layer thickness is between 100-400 microns.

HICTOP Prusa I3 3D Desktop Printer

Although this printer was originally listed for a higher price than the XYZprinting Da Vinci 1.0 at $550, you can now get it for $363.99 on Amazon, so it is even cheaper than the first one and thus a comparison is in order.

The high accuracy CNC self-assembly means that when it comes to setting this printer up it will take quite a long time, but once the calibration is completed you will have a really high quality 3D printer at a very modest price. If you want an adventure and like to put things together yourself (as with the IKEA furniture for example) then this might be worth buying.

This printer has a software entitled ReplicotorG and you can print a size of up to 270x200x170mm on ABS or PLA with the same layer thickness as the previous one (100-400 microns). The printer can be upgraded due to the flexible motherboard and thus its adaptability much higher than the Da Vinci one, but this is only a plus for those who like to tinker and the others might prefer the sturdiness and easy control found with the previous one.

FlashForge 3D Printer Creator Pro

This desktop 3D printer was built on an open-source platform and comes with features like a metal frame structure, acrylic covers, an optimized build platform and dual extruder w2 spools. The hardware additions make the prints it makes in ABS stand out as highly detailed and it can also print on PLA.

For the price of $1,199 you get FlashForge Creator Pro, two spool holders, two spools of filament, two filament guide tubes, the cables needed and an SD card of 4GB with the software, sample files and manual. This one can be used on Linux as well, something that the other printers couldn’t say and you have a build envelope of 225x145x150mm.

Aside from the great customer support and attention to details, this printer gives you access to a wonderful community which will provide a lot of new ideas and designs. The platform system was completely redesigned for this model to withstand high temperatures and the overall construction is really solid with a steel frame so you will have this printer for a long time.

MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printer

This is the most expensive item on this list at the price of $2,745.84 and that was discounted from $3,499, so let us check out the additional features you get for the extra dollars. This is the fifth generation of this technology and it is the easiest and most versatile so far.

The volume is of 250x200x150mm and they say the prints are true-to-life objects and that isn’t hard to believe at a resolution of 100-microns. Another quality it has is the speed with which it prints and the great support for the hardware, firmware and software you get access to. You get USB, Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity and have an on-board camera as well as diagnostics and assisted build-plate leveling to give you insight into how things are going.

Conclusion

In conclusion the best bet is to think about what you want to do with the device before buying it and if you just want to give a printer like this a try without too many complications then the XYZprinting Da Vinci 1.0 3D Printer is unbeatable for that price (at about the same price the HICTOP Prusa I3 will be quite difficult to assemble and thus more suitable for someone specialized in this kind of equipment).

If quality is what you are looking for then you should check out the FlashForge 3D Printer Creator Pro since it is overall more stable and efficient than the MakerBot Replicator Desktop 3D Printer and you also save over $700 dollars in the process.

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Osmo Gaming System for iPad

Posted on 18/01/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

Osmo is an award-winning game system that was designed for children between five and thirteen years that encourages the creative thinking as well as social interaction since it can be played by the entire family.

You simply slide the iPad onto the Osmo base and put the mirror on the camera after which the rest of the table will become your playing field. The red reflector allows the iPad to read the environment on the table and the Reflective AI technology will translate your actions and movements in real life onto the iPad.

The Osmo comes with five games: Numbers, Tangram, Words, Newton and Masterpiece. In the first one you have to count and multiply the tiles to match the numbers found on the bubbles and you can thus become a master of the numbers. The second game is Tangram where you arrange several puzzle pieces to fit the image on the screen.

Words is to guess and spell images on the screen and you can improve it with additional content such as geography or trivia to make it more challenging. Newton can be played with any object or image and you have to place that item in front of the screen after which you manipulate it to guide falling balls into their target areas.

Masterpiece is the final game and here you can choose any photo, image or painting and the program will transform it into easy to follow lines that will allow you to better reproduce it. Since three of the games can use almost any item or download many of them online, the only two that require physical pieces are Words and Tangram, so you get everything you need for them in the box.

The five games are only the beginning, with new levels being developed constantly, and once new ones are available you will be able to download them from the Osmo website, so the possibilities are quite endless and this is a way to have fun while learning something new or practicing the skills you will need in school.

Another great thing about the Osmo is its mobility since you can easily transport it to your friends’ house or even in places where there is no Wi-Fi connection. The games were designed with children of ages five and up in mind, but once you get to the higher levels you might find it a challenge even as an adult, so you might be surprised to find yourself spending as much time on the Osmo as your children.

The Osmo Gaming System is compatible with iPad 2, 3, 4, Mini, Mini Retina and iPad Air and it was already adopted into many schools in 42 countries throughout the globe due to the interactive way in which it teaches children new things while allowing them to play. The innovative system received great reviews and Time Magazine even named it one of the top inventions of 2014.

The Osmo Gaming System comes in two versions: the Starter Kit, which comes with the four basic games (without Numbers), and the Genius Kit which comes with the five games as well as the two sets of number tiles and dots tiles needed for Numbers. These tiles are optional and you can still download the Numbers game with the Starter Kit. The Starter Kit costs $79 while the Genius Kit is $99.

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10 Awesome Geeky Valentine’s Day Gifts Ideas

Posted on 18/01/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

Valentine’s Day is approaching and we have to prepare with suitable gifts for our loved ones. We geeks have quite different taste options when it comes to the things we enjoy and thus it might prove difficult to find the perfect gift, but rest easy, we are here to help.

A typical “you’re my Valentine” card and some flowers would simply not do and thus we give you a choice between some more original products that would better suit the person you care about. Sometimes it is the easiest thing in the world to give a gift to the person you love, but other times it might prove a challenge so here are some options that will hopefully make your search shorter.

Geeky funny Valentines Day gift idea 8-bit Bouquet

8-bit art is something that brings us back to a time when things were quite a bit simpler, at least when it came to video games, and any true gamer will have a nostalgic reaction when seeing them. The great thing about these pixilated beauties is that they won’t need constant care and are just as romantic. The bouquet is 13” tall and you can get it for $21.75, but you also have a choice for a single 8-bit rose that has brighter colors and is a bit smaller, or you can simply pick a legendary hero with three hearts to give to your princess.

Geeky Cufflinks

Cufflinks are really useful and a great accessory for your boyfriend or husband and if he loves Star Wars then the ones inspired from the Stormtroopers will be a perfect idea. You get them in a wonderful package with a ribbon tie to make them even more festive and they are made from stainless steel, so they will last forever. The best thing is that you can also choose some inspired from the classical Pac Man game of from with the symbol of house Stark from Game of Thrones, so why settle for a single pair? Get them here.

Valentine’s Day Star Wars Stormtrooper Darth Vader

This plush stormtrooper toy is really festive with the rose and candy hearts, making it a great gift for all ages and the most hilarious Valentine’s Day gift. The plush toy has a size of six inches and is truly adorable due to the giant head with a small body. You can currently purchase one for $15.03 on Amazon. As the perfect companion to the previous plush toy stands the Darth Vader model which also comes with a rose and candy hearts as well as with a red bow tie to make things even more festive. You can remove the small candies and have a great memory for the years to come and they are suitable for anyone over the age of four, so get yours here for $16.86!

Constellation Earrings

The stars are wonderful and when they are made of white topaz with sterling silver wires connecting the constellations then they are even better, so this is quite an amazing gift for your nerdy Valentine even if she isn’t particularly involved in astronomy. They come in several options with the Big Dipper and Little Dipper or Orion and Casiopeia. When it comes to putting them on, they are worn through the insertion of the back pin through the pierced hole and then rotating the piece up, so even that is quite a unique feature for them, so get them now for only $12.49

Star Wars Han and Leia Hand Towels

Although there were so many jokes made after this exchange of lines in The Empire Strikes Back, it is actually a good way of defining the difference between men and women, so it could prove a perfect gift if you’re a couple with a developed sense of humor and a passion for Star Wars. You have the silhouettes of Leia and Han with their line on one side and on the other is the Rebel Alliance insignia and the towels are made of cotton and bamboo. You can get them here for $24.99.

Legend of Zelda Premium Journal

Great for both him and for her, this Legend of Zelda journal comes with a map of Hyrule on the endpaper and a shield with the Hylian symbol makes sure your notes remain safe and protected. There are 120 unlined pages in the journal so they are really great for drawing as well as for writing about your epic adventures or anything else. They cost $19.99 and you can get one here.

Space Invaders Necklace

A handcrafted jewel made out of solid gold will certainly impress anyone and this one has an 8 bit robot motif that is ideal for the old school gamers that want to make a statement. The gold is 9k, 14k or 18k and you can choose from a white, yellow or rose finish and the best thing is that you can add custom engravings to make it quite unique. They come wrapped in a gift box so you don’t have to worry about this but it will take around two to three weeks to craft them, so hurry up and get one here for $395.

Bacon Body Wash & Bacon Soap in Tin

If you have a Valentine who really loves bacon then the idea of constantly smelling like one might seem attractive and now you can give them a gift they always wanted without knowing it. This soap can be used by a girl who wants to smell yummier for her boyfriend but you should be careful around dogs after using this soap! To accompany the classy vintage looking soap you also have access to the accoutrements bacon body wash to make your day complete. The soap costs $7.81 and the body wash is $7.15

Zombie Plush Slippers

No matter the age, these are certainly going to be loved by everyone who visits your home. Each slipper looks like a zombie head with the brains and eyes coming out and you just slide your feet into the mouth of the zombie for a comfortable stroll through the house. Undead footwear is something everyone should try and since we all love zombies they are certain to be a big hit. You can get them for $10.37 so it’s a no brainer to get a pair for your Valentine!

Star Wars I Love You – I Know Necklace

Following the same theme as the towels in our list, the quote from The Empire Strikes Back is a great gift for those who love Star Wars and instead of a heart necklace the Rebel Alliance insignia is a really good choice. The two shapes make up the Phoenix starbird and are made of stainless steel with a 28”ball chain that cab be trimmed it it’s too long. You can get it for $39.99.

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5 Cool Technologies You Shouldn’t Miss at CES 2016

Posted on 06/01/2016 by laurentiu vladoiu

The CES brings some of the most important companies and professionals of the electronics industry to present their latest innovations at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The show isn’t open to the public and this year it will take place between 6 and 9 January with over 3,600 companies invited.

The show is a great tool to predict the trends of the consumer technology for the year that just began and even further, so this will give us a glimpse into what to expect. With so many companies involved and so many fields brought together it’s difficult to name the most interesting ones, so we tried to look at those that seem to be the most revolutionary or the ones we expect to see much more of in the coming year.

Samsung SUHD TV

The last years promoted the 4K technology for the TV as the main reason for which you should upgrade and you also have HDR or Dolby Vision as options. Over the last decade Samsung led the TV manufacturing industry throughout the globe and now they dazzle us with the SUHD TV which offers the most true-to-life picture quality, is cadmium free and has a 10-bit Quantum dot display. The design is curved and was described by the creators as a 360 design that can impress from all angles. Now TVs are trying to become the center of your home’s entertainment once more and these come with Internet of Things hub technology that permits the device to connect with many other SmartThings compatible devices, acting as the controller of the entire smart home.

The Smart Shower from Hydrao

We are getting one step closer to the concept of a smart home with the technology presented this year and one part of the home is the shower. A smart home means one that adapts to your needs and saves all the energy it can, so this shower head does just that. You can control the water through a system of colored lights that tells you how much water is flowing. You start with green lights, then blue, orange and red when the water flow goes over 50 liters. The Hydrao is controlled via Bluetooth and they want to implement Wifi control as well. To assemble the shower head you do the same thing as with any standard one, – you simply attach it to the shower hose and it will work. Another great feature that goes with the eco-friendly philosophy is the autonomous power system which takes the energy it needs from the water flow itself, so you won’t need any batteries to make it work.

Parrot DISCO Drone

The Parrot DISCO isn’t actually a parrot, but more of a prototype drone that anyone can pilot with ease. It is really fast and smart with a light weight and a flight time of around 45 minutes. You just have to mount the wings and the body together and then throw in in the air to fly, making it really easy to use. When it comes to landing or taking off, the drone knows what to do by itself without any outside help.

Once it is in the air you can control it via a Parrot ecosystem that communicates to the drone via Wi-Fi and the Flight Plan app will give it GPS coordinates as waypoints. The Bebop drone camera has a 3-axis digital stabilization system and the wings were designed through collaboration with senseFly which are the leaders in commercial fixed wing drones, to ensure ideal control.

The drone will probably be available for purchase later this year and it stands out through the ease with which it can be controlled. It even has an autopilot mode and the computer will take care of most of the commands anyway, so you don’t risk taking any bad maneuvers. It comes with a FullHD 1080P camera that allows live video stream and Parrot Skycontroller ensures an extended Wi-Fi range.

Withings Thermo

This might seem like an odd topic, but Withings managed to innovate in this area with their new sensors and mobile apps. Thermometers usually aim for accuracy and not much more, but this one comes with a HotSpot Sensor Technology that is simple to use, hygienic and will make sure you don’t forget to check your temperature while at the same time giving you a quick and efficient way of communicating the results to your doctor.

It received the CES Innovation Awards for Fitness & Biotech and Tech for a better world categories. The technology it uses will give you the most precise temperature and it is automatically synced with the Wi-Fi Thermo app to permit the tracking of the temperature readings and to receive reminders as well as suggestions for related symptoms or medication.

The device has 16 infrared sensors and this permits the reading of the temperature in just two seconds. The temperature feedback is colored to give you quick reads and the codes are adapted to the age profile of the user. The way in which you read the temperature is through skin contact, so you don’t get any earwax or saliva on it, thus making it a lot more hygienic than the typical thermometers and also much easier to use.

Virtual Reality devices – HTC Vive

We knew that 2016 will be the year when the virtual reality technology goes further than ever before through the release of Sony’s PlayStation VR, Oculus Rift and HTC VIVE. The VR movies and video games are now starting to get developed and they will certainly change the way we look at entertainment systems. The manufacturers of PC hardware are focusing on making sure their new products are “VR-ready” and even if many of these devices aren’t even out yet you can already find accessories for them.

The CES 2016 event was the place where HTC revealed their new version of Vive that was built in partnership with Valve and it comes with new features such as a front camera that permits an overlap between the VR and the real world. The controllers are brought to higher standards and a dual stage trigger permits smoother interactions.

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Gingerbread Iron Throne Fit for a King

Posted on 29/12/2015 by laurentiu vladoiu

One of the most significant objects in the Game of Thrones universe is the Iron Throne located in the Great Hall of the Red Keep in King’s Landing. The King, Lord Regent and Hand of the King are the only persons who can sit on the throne and thus it represents the authority of the monarchy that rules the Seven Kingdoms.

The throne was forged at the order of Aegon the Conqueror’s who was the first of the Targaryen Kings and unified the independent kingdoms of Westeros under his rule. It is made of the 1,000 swords that surrendered to him in the War of Conquest. The dragon Balerion the Black Dread melted them with his breath and then bent the throne in the shape it has in the film.

The problem with a throne made of iron is that it is quite cold and deadly, so a group of friends gave it a nice holiday twist by making one out of gingerbread. Their version comes with warmer tones and decorative motifs made with blue and purple to look a lot more festive. It transforms the threatening symbol of power into a delicious treat that pays homage to the saga of George R. R. Martin in a really original way.

The great thing about this gingerbread throne is that it was made by a group of friends who joined forces to create something wonderful and this is quite the antithesis of the dragon forged seat which is the epitome of selfishness as we have seen in the books and TV series.

Stannis Baratheon described the chair to Davos Seaworth thus: “Have you ever seen the Iron Throne? The barbs along the back, the ribbons of twisted steel, the jagged ends of swords and knives all tangled up and melted? It is not a comfortable seat, ser. Aerys cut himself so often men took to calling him King Scab, and Maegor the Cruel was murdered in that chair. By that chair, to hear some tell it. It is not a seat where a man can rest at ease. Oftentimes I wonder why my brothers wanted it so desperately.”

This is certainly not the description you would give to this yummy gingerbread version but it is closer to the holiday spirit and they paid a marvelous and ingenious homage to the popular series.

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