Jul
2011
Are You a Sucker for Hi-Tech Phones?
Mobile phones have made its mark as a necessity nowadays and with companies such as Nokia, Sony Ericsson and Motorola continuously tried to create alluring and innovative enhancements to their mobile units and try to outdo each other. Unlike in the early days, all that was required was a means of being able to communicate [...]
Posted by gecko at 9:22 pm
May
2011
The Flexible Laptop
Laptops like most consumer electronic goods are hard and sensitive to shock and even the most expensive ones which use some of the best technology can offer in terms of shock protection. Then comes the ability to produce electronics circuits onto flexible substrates that would allow them to bend and twist without damaging the circuitry [...]
Posted by Nick at 4:06 pm
Feb
2011
Find WiFi Signals Quick
Wherever I go, I like making sure that I would be able to find a WiFi signal. This is especially true if I am going away for more than a day trip. Of course, it can be awkward to go around waving your laptop or whatever WiFi ready gadget just to find a decent signal. [...]
Posted by gecko at 8:10 am
Jan
2011
Velcro – The Unsung Hero of Sneakers
The invention is now celebrating its 50 year anniversary and many have used it yet not even known the name of the humble hook and loop thingy that makes the distinct rip sound without actually ripping, VELCRO. As it turns out, the product was initially patented by a Swiss engineer, George de Menstral in 1941 [...]
Posted by Nick at 10:58 am
Oct
2010
Trekkie Shirts – Beam Me Up Scottie
Trekkie? Then you’ve gotta’ have one of these cool tshirts that are all the rage today. Star trek is one of the most influential and popular science fiction films and TV series of all time. They have inspired many a scientist and engineers to become who they are today at the lead of the space [...]
Posted by Atasha at 4:03 pm






