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Rainbow Projector: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:45:50 -0700

Why wait for the perfect storm (literally) of rain and sun, when you can have your own rainbow, whenever and wherever you want it?

With just a wave of your hand over it, the Rainbow Projector produces an LED rainbow light for when you need a pick-me-up (or if you are so totally sick of looking for your pot of gold).

Do you love this little instant-gratification nature gadget, or do you prefer the real thing?

Star Light, Star Bright With The Laser Stars Projector

GeekSugar — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 00:04:56 -0800

I was one of those kids that plastered my ceiling with glow in the dark stars, so when I saw the Laser Stars Projector I kinda got excited. This projector uses laser technology, holographics, and glass lenses to recreate the universe on any wall or ceiling. For all of you star gazers, enjoy a beautiful galaxy filled with stars, cloud formations and shooting stars.

For more info and to purchase, click Laser Stars Projector. Priced at $180.

Dirty Dancing Game on PC Only Got Ya Down? No Worries . . .

GeekSugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:00:40 -0700

Yesterday Kotaku reminded me that the Dirty Dancing Game was coming out this week. . . but then my heart sank when I remembered that it's a game exclusive to PC's right now (PC Gamers, take it upon yourself to buy this so they'll expand it to different consoles - I lost my mind just thinking about Dirty Dancing being on the Wii). So to honor the PC Game and the minor disappointment I feel, I bring you an alternative Dirty Dancing gadget: The Projector Keychain!

Whip Johnny and Baby out of your pocket and splash them on the nearest wall any time you need a lift, like say, after carrying a watermelon.

Alien Projector: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:00:14 -0700

My first reaction to this Alien Projector from Etsy seller rarebeasts is a little bit skittish - I may have some residual creepies regarding that image left over from my younger X-Files days.

That shape of the head that shines onto your chosen surface (at a Halloween party? Geek wedding? Typical Saturday night chillaxing?) is unmistakably alien, and as simple as it is, it pretty much freaks me out.

For $45, he has one unblinking expression and is probably heralding an attack. But don't ask me why, I'm kinda into it.

What about you, would you shine this creepy light on your wall?

Display Ghosts and Goblins on Your House

GeekSugar — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 13:00:13 -0700

Imagine having a gadget that would allow you to project ghosts on your house for Halloween or snowflakes and Santa Clause on your house at Christmas? Well the all-occasion weatherproof Light Display Projector will do just that... as well as freak out every trick-or-treater on your street!

For $90, the light projector will display images across a 60'-wide surface area by directing a bright white beam onto a rotating mirror ball.

The projector also comes with a set of additional interchangeable slides to mix and match designs. The slides include a deer, stars, balloons, skaters, witches, bats, and ghosts. If your dad is the Clark Griswold type, you may want to invest in one of these projectors as a Christmas gift. How would the neighbors ever be able to compete?

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geeksugar's Gift Guide: Great Gifts For Gadget Guys

GeekSugar — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:00:08 -0800

Thankfully, I have a gadget guy of my own at home, so this gift guide should be a breeze to present.

It seems there can never be enough trinkets and goodies of the electronic persuasion under the tree, no matter how useless some of them may seem. Does your guy really need a dark room projector? Probably not, but this is Christmas - the perfect time to give the ultimate geeky gift someone would never buy for himself.

Check out my picks for the gadget guy in the widget below, then swing by HolidaySugar for even more gift giving inspiration.

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R2D2 Projection Unit: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:00:48 -0800

"Excuse me, but can you please pass me the Millenium Falcon remote? I need a Mountain Dew break."
I know my boyfriend has been trying to convince me that we need a projector for our apartment - and finding the wall space is another situation all together - but I haven't been on board . . . until now.

This R2D2 projection unit, that caught my eye on Geek Alerts, plays your DVDs and CDs, sports a hidden docking station for your iPod, has an integrated speaker system, AV in/out ports, and even a micro card reader. Oh, and don't forget - it comes with that Millennium Falcon Remote we saw at CES! Even though it's pushing a $4,200 price tag, and is only half the size of the real R2, it certainly would make a statement in someone's geeky digs. I'm sure Lucas has a better model up at his ranch. Sigh.

Daily Tech: Nikon Reveals Its New Projector Camera

GeekSugar — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:05:49 -0700

Here is Nikon's new lineup of digital point-and-shoot cameras, including the S1000pj projector cam - CrunchGear
The US Department of Defense has banned marines from using public social networks like Twitter or Facebook - Mashable
It looks like Amazon is now taking orders for the new Mac OS X, Snow Leopard - MacRumors
Actor Greg Grunberg talks about his new iPhone app Yowza - Switched
A 16-year-old boy died at a boot camp in China for Internet addicts, after being beaten by supervisors - The Wall Street Journal
INQ is in the process of making some pretty sexy Twitter-friendly phones - Wired

Vintage Video Maker App Does Exactly What It Implies

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:05:46 -0800

All things old are new again as vintage gadgets and tech come back with a bang. Since you can already turn your iPhone photos into cool vintage-looking pics in more than a few ways, it's only natural that there would eventually be an iPhone 3GS app that turns your on-the-go videos into retro styled mini movies.

Called the Vintage Video Maker, this $3 app is worth its weight in fun - just capture your video within the app, or load one up that you've already shot, and choose between three old-timey styles: 20's movie, black and white, and 60's home video. You can also add sound effects like a running projector or loop an old piano to play over your 20's themed vid.

Are you as obsessed with vintage gadgets and tech like I am? Join our Vintage Geek group and share your retro faves with us!

Tech News Roundup - World's Smallest Projector!

GeekSugar — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 15:05:34 -0800

Trouble fitting that 70-inch plasma in your studio? Check out the World's Smallest Projector - UK Gizmodo
Looking for a Valentine? What about the man with 74 Macs? Sometime tells me he's got loads of good stories to share - HipTechBlog
Trying to get that geek chic look down? How about a cute lego belt? - TechieDiva
Microsoft’s long-awaited-but-little-anticipated Vista hits store shelves on Tuesday, but what about running Vista on a Mac? Mac geeks weigh in - Cult of Mac
Have you ever considered buying a complete NES game package? One seller is letting go of his collection on eBay, and you have less than six days to place your bid - Engadget
Looking for a laugh? What about a Mac spoof ad? They get me every time - Amber Mac
Time to open up your camcorder case! YouTube has announced it will share revenue with site's users - Washington Post