Here’s something we didn’t expect: Microsoft is developing a projector-based infotainment system that you manipulate with your feet. Really. We found Microsoft’s Project Ripple at the Augmented World Expo, but it seemed better suited to the local…
Sometimes your groove is thrown off when you’re dancing or running. So long as you can find the beat of the music it’s pretty easy to get back on task. However, another element such as lights that pulse with the song can go a long way to help you stay in the loop. Normally that’s only something you would experience at a concert or night club, but what if you wanted it while on a nighttime run?
The IGLO Pulse is a pair of headphones that will illuminate with the beat of the music. Not only would this be an added fun factor, but if you’re biking, running, or just taking a stroll at night, these will help improve your visibility. This fits into any standard 3.5mm jack, and has a built-in microphone for taking calls. You can choose between bright blue or green for the color of the light, and it will cost you close to $30 for the pair.
The only possibly challenging aspect of this is how you might be temporarily blinded by such a bright light coming into your field of vision when you move. Looking on the more positive side, untangling this in the dark would be a breeze, as you can easily see where everything goes. Not only that, but bunching this up in your hand when it’s still plugged in would make it easier to see the lock on your door, or where you may have dropped your keys.
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Okay, So I’m not the biggest camping fan, but I sure know of plenty of folks that love a little back-to-nature action, but I’m not sure that’s what this next gadget is all about. Sure, it would be awesome to have one on your next overnight trip off the grid, but it would be even more amazing should you find yourself without power, or stranded in an area without modern conveniences, heck… it could even save a life.
Check out the BioLite Base Camp, made by the same folks that brought you the smaller Biolite Camping stove, the wood-fired energy source for individuals. The New Base Camp is another self contained cooking and energy solution, this time, the right size for your whole family. Using only fallen branches or small pieces of kindling, you can make a wood-fired meal AND charge your devices all at the same time. It’s a great alternative cooking method that burns smarter, and cooks better, than any campfire you’ve ever had, and did I mention it can charge your phone?
So, you can get out in the wilderness, have all the flavor and fun of a wood fire, with no smoke. Grill, or boil whatever you need to feed your family, keep a light on, and keep your electronics at the ready. Wood into electricity?… now that’s cool. Everything you need for a real base camp. So whether you’re backpacking, camping, dealing with storms and power outages, or simply preparing for the coming zombie apocalypse, The BioLite Base Camp could be just the kind of gear you are looking for. Check out the already funded Kickstarter campaign, where you can nab one for around 300 bucks, shipping this Fall.
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