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Susan Stockwell’s Recycled Art Gallery

James Kelly — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 17:17:24 +0000

Have you been wondering what to do with your old computer parts, electronics, or other recyclables? If so, you could learn from Susan Stockwell and create something amazing. Stockwell is a world renowned artist that has had exhibits in galleries and museums all over the world. Places like The National Museum of China in Beijing, [...]

Whole World in a Can Inflatable Globe

Hazel Chua — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 23:26:33 +0000

With the Whole World in a Can Inflatable Globe, you can literally hold the entire world in your hands–but of course, you’ve got to inflate it first. In a culture where everyone wants everything almost instantly, it can’t get any more instant than this. Aside from being a fun novelty item, the inflatable globe could [...]

A Different World Wall Stickers

Ryan Cooper — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 18:22:12 +0000

We’ve posted about many cool wall decals, mostly to do with retro arcade gaming like Pacman, Centipede, Asteroids, and Super Mario. If you’re not free to let your geek out in your home or office, however, those just won’t do. If your boss/wife isn’t as geeky as you, then you need something more sophisticated to [...]

The Geeks’ Guide to World Domination

James Kelly — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:48:46 +0000

Good looking people may have ruled middle school, high school, college, and up until their early and mid-twenties, maybe a few ruled in their thirties, and cougars have their forties, BUT they are not going to rule the world! Finally we get our moment to shine and it comes in the form of world domination. [...]

Talking USB Earth Globe

Robert Birming — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:17:16 +0000

This talking USB earth globe connects to your computer and allows you to download weekly updates about nation states, governments, political boundaries, culture etc. 30 learning activities with facts about countries geography, currency, political leaders, history, language, and population are narrated in a clear digital voice. Once a category is selected on the control panel, [...]

SmartGlobe V2 – The Clever Earth Globe

Robert Birming — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:41:28 +0000

Simply touch any point on this smart globe using the SmartPen and you will be able to learn amazing facts about different areas of the world. Features: Features 30 exciting activities and quiz games about countries, capitals, major cities, populations, languages, history, current events and more Includes an interactive guide to flags from around the [...]

Inflatable Dinosaur World Globe

Robert Birming — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 22:27:43 +0000

Discover the ancient world of dinosaurs with the Inflatable Dinosaur World Globe with Stand ($7). It measures 12 inches (30.5cm) in diameter and includes dinosaur images with names, geological period of their existence, and their habitat locations on the globe.

Illuminated Outdoor Globes: Earth, Moon & Stars

Robert Birming — Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:12:02 +0000

From Columbus comes this beautiful series of illuminated globes. The 16in. (40 cm) large globes are absolutely weather-proof and have been specifically designed for outdoor usage. Available in four different models with a price of $294 each: EnviroSphere Outdoor Physical/Political Globe TerraSphere Outdoor Physical/Political Globe The Cosmos Outdoor Constellation Globe New Moon Outdoor Moon Globe [...]

Local Time Wall Clock

Robert Birming — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 16:04:22 +0000

“Local Time” is the name of this cool map-like wall clock, designed by StudioBo. It features three digital displays and is made of acrylic. Unfortunately, that’s also the only information available. I assume it’s a concept product. Wouldn’t mind seeing such a beauty out in stores. (Via pan-dan)

KnoWhere Clock – Your Abroad Friend Wish You Had One

Robert Birming — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 14:43:26 +0000

Are you an expert on calling friends and colleagues in other time zones on your best time of the day? Not a very popular thing to do. That’s where the KnoWhere You & Me Clock comes in – an analog wall clock with “You” and “Me” hands. It also comes with six blank spare metal [...]