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12 Hacked Nintendo Controllers. Geeks love classic Nintendo and since many techies are also handy at hacking electronics, it’s no surprise that there are tons of mods for old Nintendo controllers. Whether you’re a big fan of Mario, Zelda, Contra or Bomberman, these classic Nintendo controller hacks are sure to remind you of the good ol’ days of gaming. Doorbell Ding-dong. Who’s there? Does it really matter when you have an awesomely geektastic doorbell like this? When I posted this one on Neatorama last year, we got quite a few notable comments, some wondering if hitting the right button code would make the secret door in your house open up and others desperately hoping that the ring would be the theme song for Mario. Whatever the specifics though, this thing is pretty darn cool. Rear Bike Light If you’re looking for a Nintendo controller mod that could save your life, then try this LED bike light made from a controller. Cell Phone iPod Controller iPhone dock Mp3 Player Memory Card Reader 4-port USB hub Flash drive Belt Buckle.

Video. Video. Carefully Considered : Mac Motorcycles. Top 10 DIY Tech Gifts. @keyboard-vomit: Yeah, but wouldn't it be awesome if some of our not so tech friends actually attempted (and accomplished) one or more of these feats? I mean, when "it's the thought that counts," shouldn't it be a thought about something we'd actually appreciate. Then again, maybe socks are your thing. ;) @HunterShoptaw: That they are, I'm wanting some socks with an integrated HDD, and some USB connectivity. @HunterShoptaw: The thought does count, but it sure would be nice if they enjoyed the gift too.

So for this year, I created wishgenies dot com for people who WANT to give good gifts, but don't know what they'll want. @keyboard-vomit: I swear that some day, some how...Google will be able to find my lost socks. The Bastard Operator From Hell Complete. Defcon 18 Pwned By the owner What happens when you steal a hackers computer zoz part. Rex Baldazo - Why Is Common-Sense IT Security So Uncommon? Amazing Fact Generator. CAA TACTICAL - #RONI - The pistol-carbine conversion. The woman language translator. DSLR camera-shaped USB speaker | By AskAlexia. CevherShareShare For the huge fans of photography, if you can’t afford a DLSR camera, you’d probably want a DSLR-shaped USB speaker to soothe your fever for a DSLR camera. The camera-shaped USB speaker is priced at $75, which is very much cheaper than a real DSLR camera that will cost you in the range of at $800 to several thousands of USD.

This camera-shaped USB speaker simply lets you blast music from your music players including iPods, MP3, MP4, MD, CD player, notebook, PC, PDA, PSP, mobile phone and other music sources that have the 3.5mm headphone connector. Features at a glance are as follows: # DSLR Camera shape design # On/Off switch # 3.5mm audio plug is able connect with most MP3, MP4, Notebook and other personal electronic products as source component # It can read SD(HC), SD, MMC and USB flash drive directly, support MP3/WMA play # Power by USB or 4 x AA batteries (Batteries are NOT included.) # Dimension: 145 x 175 x 112 mm (approx.) # Weight: 412g. Antique Strongbox Protects Itself With Mechanical Loaded Pistols. Imagine a bank vault that handcuffed every John Dillinger who walked in through the door. Nothing like that quite exists, but this Russian strongbox, circa 1815, comes pretty close. The antique dealer Carlton Hobbs LLC has acquired a nineteenth-century steel safe with a complicated lock system, capable of firing two pistols at an unsuspecting intruder.

On first inspection, the safe looks more like a metal treasure chest than a gun-wielding killer. But when properly locked, the box's lid can be lifted 20 degrees before two springs set off the loaded pistols, which happen to be strategically located within the sides of the safe. This means that the safe will get at even a cautious, slow-moving thief. According to Dana Donadio, senior decorative arts researcher at the gallery, "Of the strongboxes produced during this time, this one is by far the most complex. " The upper safe is a small raised box with a keyhole hidden on its top. The Bastard Operator From Hell Complete.