by jtpratt | May 14, 2008 | distractions, youtube
The walking quadraped robot is something I saw a few years back in YouTube video, it was called the “Big Dog” and is made by a company called “Boston Dynamics”. This new video from March 2008 shows how much more this thing has (insanely)...
by jtpratt | May 13, 2008 | convert video, gadgets, gift ideas
The Pure Digital Camcorder by Flip Video is a “point and shoot” digital video camera that makes it easy to make quick videos for web use like YouTube, email, or your blog! They are very popular because they are so easy to use! Sometimes, the best kind of...
by jtpratt | May 10, 2008 | distractions, youtube
So – a couple of rednecks decided to buy a dirt bike at their local flea market or yard sale. Then – they figure they’ll just take it home by strapping it to the hood of their car. Only problem is – those straps must not have been tight enough...
by jtpratt | May 8, 2008 | car tech, gadgets, gift ideas, resources and tips
This AC inverter fits in your cupholder, has a USB slot, AND a holder for your iPod or cell phone – w00t! I’m in the car a lot – I commute over an hour to work – so having various accessories and gadgets in the gar is kind of a necessity for a...
by jtpratt | May 8, 2008 | car tech
Airless tires for cars that you can see through? Using some of the same technology as a “run-flat” tire Michelin is developing airless tires that will revolutionize the industry. From the looks of the articles I’ve found online the...
by jtpratt | May 6, 2008 | opinions, scams, web
Ever looked for bargains on Craigslist? What if someone listed YOUR stuff on Craigslist – what would you do? I read this story a few weeks back about a cruel Craigslist Prank played on a man in Jacksonville, Oregon. Robert Salisbury is an independent contractor...
by jtpratt | May 6, 2008 | gadgets, gift ideas, household tech, resources and tips
Kill A Watt Electricity Usage Monitor Monitor how much electricity you’re using the the “Kill A Watt” Electricity Usage Monitor! Meter your own electrical usage! When you get your monthly electric bill – ever wonder what was using the most...
by jtpratt | May 2, 2008 | gadgets
My new favorite Cell Phone: Touch HTC. Read my review and why I think it’s currently one of the best around for the money! As Seen in Woman’s World, June 30th, 2008 Issue This post of part of The Smorgasbord Tech Reviews series! Awhile back I got asked...
by jtpratt | May 1, 2008 | car tech, diy, resources and tips, web
I have become so frustrated by to cost of gasoline in America that day by day I’m out to “find the cheapest gas”. I use the web each and every day from daybreak until bed, so it’s only fitting that I created my own page to find cheap gas. Just...
by jtpratt | Apr 30, 2008 | gift ideas, resources and tips, web
Rent Books and Audio books with BooksFree, no late charge, free shipping, it’s basically Netflix for books! I want to tell you about a new service I recently found, and I don’t know why somebody hadn’t started this company 5 years ago. It’s...