Ink Up With Photojojo's Camera Tattoos


Updated 05/25/12 7:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Temporary Camera Tattoos

What do you give a photography pal who already has every camera, lens, and accessory under the sun? Gift skin ink of the nonpermanent variety in the form of the Tattly Camera Tattoo Set ($25). Since the photographers we know are rarely without a camera, a tattoo of any duration seems like a natural next step. The illustrations by three Brooklyn designers are not your average grocery-store Read more

iWant: A Pac-Man Delicacy


Updated 05/23/12 5:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gold Pac-Man Necklace

We'll unapologetically wear our old-school gaming pride on our sleeves, but when the occasion calls for something a little more refined, costume baubles just don't fit the bill. To the rescue — as he always was during Summer days at the arcade — is the charming Pac-Man, who this time adds an adorable edge to a delicate, gold-filled chain ($32). Poised to gobble up a villainous ghost, the Read more

Comic Book Cardboard Cutout? 8 Bags That Keep You Guessing


Updated 05/23/12 12:51 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Comic Cartoon Handbags That Look 2D

Real or not real? JumpFromPaper handbags look like they've literally jumped out of a graphic novel or comic book. It may look 2D from the front, but that's all optical illusion! The bags are no cardboard cutout — it's a roomy haven for laptops, tablets, headphones, or just, you know, your everyday needs. The bags are currently preorder only, but the company promises a shipment to the US in Read more

Fly to the Beach in Superhero Swimwear


Updated 05/22/12 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Superhero Bathing Suits and Bikinis

We're prepping for a superfun long Memorial Day weekend, so naturally, we're looking for a comparable superhero swimsuit. Whether you prefer bikinis or one-piece monokinis, these sassy numbers sport colors and logos of everyone's favorite superheroes, like Wonder Woman, Batman, and Supergirl. Take a look at the collection in the gallery. Read more

AT-AT Star Wars Goods For Imperial Army Enthusiasts


Updated 05/21/12 11:10 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Star Wars AT-AT Gifts and Goods

So you never really got that whole Luke, Leia, and Han worship fans bought into throughout the original Star Wars saga. For those with a love of the story, but not of the Rebel Alliance, outfit your sci-fi fandom with gear resembling one of the coolest, and sometimes clumsiest, war machines — the All Terrain Armored Transport, most commonly referred to as the AT-AT. As tall as the sky, AT-ATs Read more

Gadget Essentials For Camping


Updated 05/21/12 11:10 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Camping Checklist For Geeks

Heading to the great outdoors sometime this Summer? Before you load up the camper and hit the road, consider picking up these geeky gadget essentials for your time in the wilderness. They'll surely come in handy for those who just can't leave their electronic luxuries behind. Read more

Love It or Leave It: The Flote iPad Stand


Updated 05/19/12 11:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ergonomic Stand For the iPad

Companies know that peering down to play or work on a tablet can cause back and neck strain, so now they're rolling out ergonomic stands for the iPad. Whether your tablet of choice is Android- or iOS-based, Flote Tablet Stand ($270) works as a floor or bed stand and is designed to bend and move to meet your ergonomic needs. The stand has a sleek design, complementing Apple's simple aesthetic, Read more

Video of the Day: Making of the Hermès Leica Camera


Updated 05/19/12 9:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Hermes Leica Camera

Ever wonder what sort of craftsmanship goes into making a $50,000 camera? With fascinating precision, luxury camera maker Leica partnered with Hermès to create the limited special-edition Leica M9-P Edition Hermès camera. Watch as artisan camera makers and leather craftsmen take painstaking care to produce this extraordinary camera and its custom-fit leather case. Read more

Geek We Love: The MPMan With a Plan


Updated 05/23/12 3:18 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Early MP3 Players

The MPMan was short-lived, but the first MP3 player mass-marketed in the US paved the way for the portable media player revolution. Now that we've gotten to know Kane Kramer, who developed the first MP3 player, and Nathan Schulhof, who created a precursor to iPod and iTunes, it's time to take a look at the history surrounding the MPMan. Korean electronics company Saehan created and distributed Read more

8 Portable Speakers to Keep You Jamming All Summer Long


Updated 05/17/12 4:50 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Affordable Outdoor and Portable Speakers

Beach days, picnics, and camping trips: these outdoor Summer activities aren't the same without your favorite upbeat tunes buzzing in the background. That's where these eight portable speakers come in. Whether you are looking for something waterproof and inexpensive or want powerful, high-quality sound, there's a portable speaker for every outdoor need. Some contain audio jacks that you can Read more