Squeezable mobile device interface
Synaptics’ Fuse prototype demonstrates novel input methods for mobile devices. Squeeze, grip, flex, or tilt to interact with the device using various Synaptics technologies.
Computers & Mobile
The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for digital gadgetry, open code, smart hacks, and more. Processing power to the people!
Nook eBook reader rooted
It’s been out less than a week and the Barnes & Noble Nook eBook reader has already been rooted. Interestingly enough, it would seem that the eBook reader’s default custom Android system is installed on a MicroSD card.
The Mobile Mobile
What do you get when you hang up a bunch of outdated cell phones, and hook them up to the Internet? Well, you are in luck! James Theophane writes in to share his group’s latest project, the Mobile Mobile.
New Paul Overton blog: Make & Meaning
Make: Online pal/guest writer Paul Overton, of Dude Craft fame, just launched a new blog in collaboration with Craftypod’s Diane Gilleland called Make & Meaning, which seems to focus more on the process of creation than on particular products thereof. I feel like blogging in general, and particularly blogging in the DIY community, needs more of this “long view” type analysis. Make & Meaning seems like a step in the right direction.
Fully automatic electric crossbow
I normally try to steer clear of weapons-related posts, but this “full auto” crossbow from YouTuber TheDuckman666 was too cool to pass up. There’s lots more crossbow-y goodness on his personal site. [via The Automata / Automaton Blog]
How-To: Make a wooden keyboard enclosure
This great tutorial on building a wooden keyboard case is just the tip of the iceberg at Matthias Wendell’s impressive “woodworking for engineers” site. [via Hack a Day]
iVictrola iPhone acoustic amplifier
There have been a few acoustic amplifiers designed for the iPhone. The iVictrola from maker Matt Richmond has to be the coolest so far.
