Snorkel Mask with built in Digital Camera
The company Liquid Image is set to release a rather interesting device apparatus that not only protects your eyes in semi-deep (or shallow) waters, but gives you the option of taking a snap as well. Starting at roughly $100, the “digital camera mask” comes in two tech flavors, 3.1 megapixels or 5. Embedded LEDs that alert you when the camera’s ready to snap and incredibly difficult-to-see crosshairs framing the picture may touch off a unique sporty photog niche.
Too bad the operational levels of use cap at roughly 15 feet which make the device futile if you’d like to capture something other than goldfish or shark gnawing your leg. Although, a MicroSD slot sounds promising.
Officer tazes self, brings shame to law enforcement
Could this be poetic justice for the incident at the University of Florida when 21-year-old Andrew Meyer unknowingly (or knowingly) held up a Q&A session with Senator John Kerry? Probably not, enjoy the brief snippet of tazerin’ hilarity.
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“Don’t Taze Me Bro!” Remix
“Don’t Glaze me Bro!”
Andrew Meyer’s comedic past (and present)
Amazingly Epic Test Result
I really can’t remember where (or even when) I found this gem, but I use it as an academically motivating tool to earn the grade.
Men who look like old lesbians
Surprise Surprise, unregulated free speech on the interweb has led to this: a weblog dedicated to men who look like women-loving, well, women? Although, I must admit, I shared a chuckle or two. Who saw this coming?
“Rod Stewart. Singer. Much requested addition to blog. Rock star turned lounge act. Future spouse yet to be conceived.”
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My friend Greg found a site similar in concept, but equally amusing-Hot chicks with douche bags
100 things we didn’t know last year
The blokes at the BBC News Service grouped 100 tidbits of icebreaker-esque factoids into a list of things learned this year, my favorite:
65. The Italian Mafia have commandments
Unfortunately, the article has an alterior motive…each factoid is linked to an article, weak.
Aptera, an expensive car of the future
Name a vehicle that costs roughly $27,000 and gets 300 miles per gallon? Popular Mechanics looks over the highly anticipated Aptera with it’s unconventional design and technologically impressive innards. Watch the video after the jump
When the gas light turns on…
Here’s a rather interesting (and albeit incredibly stupid) idea that poses the question, “How far can you go after the gas light in your car comes on?” Find stats for particular cars and compare with other users to see if you can push 40,50, or even 60 miles in that sorry excuse for a cardboard on wheels that you call a “car.”
Delay
As you could probably tell, I’ve been strapped for time which left me virtually no free time on this weblog. Is this the untimely end? Of course not, although I should consider a class in time management…meanwhile, Daanish Jamil has dropped off the face of the earth buried in business textbooks and a swanky job at a Fitness Connection.
I’ll post a weekend link exchange on Saturday.
-Vaqas
Jihad on you
Timing, poor taste, or just inciting more violence in the Gaza Strip, Jihad on You! is a website that allows users to vent daily frustrations by issuing a “jihad” against things that annoy them. A notification is sent to the infidel of your choosing acknowledging that a “Holy War” has been declared against them, for example’s sake, let’s say Justin Timberlake. Users can both rate and comment on current and high-rated jihads.
Although one wonders if a borderline defamatory site dedicated to satirical jihads would have much of an impact on our perception of Islam and the notion of jihad, which technically means an internal struggle (such as an addiction to alcohol or tobacco). Site’s pretty to look at though…
iRobo, a Bangledeshi Scrapbot
Engadget posted a very interesting story on a rather enterprising Bangledeshi Grad Student that has seemingly created a bot that will perform menial tasks and labor such as mopping and picking up trash. The bot is user-driven responding to simple voice commands and surprisingly was made from scrap parts found at electronic and auto shops. The inventor, Feroz Ahmed Siddique added, “I hope people will be able to buy it for less than $1,000.”
Reuters has a video of the bot in action, watch after the jump…
MyCrimeSpace, a place for Criminals
No no, this isn’t another networking site for criminals and convicted felons but a site that tends to keep tabs on users legal shortcomings.
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Mmmm, Tasty Couture
Joy Kampia, a fashion designer, tantalizes both sex appeal and taste buds with this rather kitschy hamburger dress compete with tomatoes, lettuce, and cheese. No word yet if the dress can be super sized for plus sized individuals (I couldn’t help myself).
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Swedish Television Host Vomits Live
This has been circulating around the interwebs for quite sometime and I’ve only yet to post it. Eva Nazemson, a hostess for a Swedish Television Game show (in which players call in or text to win prizes, if it were only that simple…), vomits twice while on air and WHILE tending to a live caller. Career Killer? Perhaps…
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Here’s an interview with Eva Nazemson, don’t worry, it’s subtitled.
Rent-a-tank
Entrepreneurs are always looking for the next money making scheme and suffice it to say it was only inevitable when military equipment would hit the rental market. Northants, UK’s Tanks-A-Lot offers military tank rentals for all sorts of special occasions. Bar mitzvahs, Weddings, Celebrating Israeli Occupation (too soon?).
Quite an exhaustive list of customers too, no doubt private and corporate spendsters. Sweet 16 anyone?
The 9 Manliest Names in the World
Cracked has a fantastically absurd post counting down the top 9 Manliest Names in the World. Meet #8, Powers Boothe:
The Name:
A strong, solid name. The first name especially leaves the reader wondering, “What kind of powers? Mind control? Flight? Laser-beam eyes? It’s laser-beam eyes, isn’t it?”The last name admittedly leaves a little to be desired, especially with the extra “e”, but the whole thing has a certain poetry to it as it rolls off the tongue and kicks you in the face.
The Man:
Boothe is a respected stage and screen actor, with over 30 years and an Emmy Award to his manly name. You might have seen him in the violence and expletive-filled movie Sin City or the expletive and violence-filled HBO show Deadwood.Does He Live Up to It?
While acting isn’t always considered the manliest of pastimes, Boothe is known for playing vicious bastards. Also, he did have pretty big balls to actually accept his Emmy, which came during the 1980 Screen Actors Guild strike. There was a very real chance that by accepting the award he could have killed his career, which he acknowledged in his acceptance speech: “This may be either the bravest moment of my career or the dumbest.” Most manly acts tend to be descibed in both those ways.Not to mention he ROCKS a mustache like few can. A quick survey of the CRACKED offices found that mustaches are far and away the most manly of facial hair.
The Only Way It Could Have Been Manlier:
Superpowers Boothe.
Fujiya & Miyagi “Ankle Injuries” Music Video
I’m not really a fan of the Brigton Band, but this Euro video made entirely out of dice is starting to grow on me chiefly due to the fact that it’s fun to stare at. Have a look:
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Fujiya & Miyagi Online
The most extensive collection of Cut Paper Art you’ll ever see
Peter Callesen’s skills as an artist is only surpassed by the artistic brilliance of cutting exquisite objects out of common sheets of paper. I tried to cut an object with the help of a stencil and ended up in three bandages. He has a gift.
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Robert J. Lang’s Crease Patterns
iPod Nano Dopplegager doubles as a digicam
That’s right, not even the most lucrative of consumer tech devices can escape the onslaught of Korean/Taiwanese/Chinese knockoffs. Engadget continues their Keepin’ it real fake series with the UE-Technology UE-M4088, a scrappy upstart that provides the functionality of an iPod Nano 3rd Gen with a practical 1.3 megapixel digital camera.
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What about a fake iPod Nano (previous generation)?
Craigslist Hardy Har: Woman seeking $500k+ earning man
What I’m sure many people realize is that while Craigslist is the web’s answer to published classifieds, less oversight is given to the obscure posts, case in point, a 25-year-old New York gold digger wants a man who pulls in a “modest” $500,000/year. Read the original post and a hilarious response towards the bottom of the page.
Okay, I’m tired of beating around the bush. I’m a beautiful
(spectacularly beautiful) 25 year old girl. I’m articulate and classy.
I’m not from New York. I’m looking to get married to a guy who makes at least half a million a year. I know how that sounds, but keep in mind that a million a year is middle class in New York City, so I don’t think I’m overreaching at all.Are there any guys who make 500K or more on this board? Any wives? Could you send me some tips? I dated a business man who makes average around 200 - 250. But that’s where I seem to hit a roadblock. 250,000 won’t get me to central park west. I know a woman in my yoga class who was married to an investment banker and lives in Tribeca, and she’s not as pretty as I am, nor is she a great genius. So what is she doing right? How do I get to her level?
Thanks reddit!
iPod Nano catches Fire, still looks hip
Danny Williams, a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Employee ( a mouth-full), was taken aback from a rather smoking iPod Nano that unexpectedly burst into flames thanks in part to a faulty lithium ion battery (the very same that caused problems in notebook computers).
“If TSA had come by and seen me smoking, they could have honestly thought I was a terrorist,” said Williams.
Seems as if the HOTlanta Native is on easy street as Apple has vowed to replace the charred Nano virtually free of charge. Now, that’s commitment to customer satisfaction
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Tech Republic says “No No” to lithium ion batteries
10 of the Narrowest Houses in the World
The site Web Urbanist posted a rather not-so-exhaustive list of the top 10 narrowest houses known to man. Below is an especially cramped London flat. And here I thought I wanted to retire to England…
This London, England house (left above) is just 5 feet at its narrowest, and 10 feet at its widest, and was sold for nearly a million dollars. Likewise extreme expensive, 72 1/2 Bedford Street in Greenwich Village, New York City, USA (right above), which has been everything from a cobbler’s shop to a candy factory, dates back to 1873. However, the actual narrowest house in the United States is located in Long Beach, California.
WTF Magazine
According to BoingBoing, Finland just went public with their first issue of WTF magazine. Now before pretentious stalwarts of the online world are quick to decipher the acronym, I’ll have to burst your bubble. The Magazine’s initials stand for Welcome to Finland. Hilariously quaint.
Nazi-Time
Thanks to Gabe for showing me that even oppressive Military Personnel such as the Nazis had time to get-get down…MC Hammer Style
Ms. Dewey
Ms. Dewey is the result of a collaborative project between Microsoft and Adobe Flash showcasing an interactive search engine with a terribly annoying searching host named Ms. Dewey utilizing Microsoft’s Live Search service. Sure, she’s hauntingly attractive, but when I type in the search query “are you wearing underwear?” only to be given links to where I can purchase a pair of ladies unmentionables, a sick taste enters my mouth.What’s that you say, “It was released in October 06 and you’re just now posting it?” Shhh…
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Wiki has an entry on Ms. Dewey
35 Interesting Concepts
Saw this a few weeks ago on a plethora of general interest weblogs and couldn’t help but feel inspired. Here’s 35 conceptual designs ranging from anatomically-savvy hose socks to these delightful (pictured above) pac-man-esque hats. Kitschy? You bet your ass…
The Flames of Greece
For the uninformed, Greece Officials have been battling a a fire that’s lasted for nearly 5 days now, thanks in part to supposed arson that’s left more than 60 people dead. The BBC always posts lovely pictures and has a few dedicated to such a horrific crime. Somber look, indeed.
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Link to a news story courtesy of the Herald Sun
Nokia’s iPhone Doppleganger: NokNok?
Oy Vey, Engadget reports on Nokia’s new iPhone Killer which oddly enough…looks like Apple’s all-in-one behemoth.
Foamy Shirt absorbs sweat
For those who’ve come in contact with the Company Crocs
you’ll realize that those terrible eye sores are not only comfortable but practical (who am I kidding?). Boing Boing Gadgets had a post on this Daily Mail Article that reported on Crocs new product that tends to shy away from the company’s main line of shoe wear by promoting a self-absorbing shirt. While the shoes may feel like rubber (as well as the market damning shirt), it isn’t. The material used is made of a manufactured soft foam resin called Crosslite. 
Shirts, shorts, trousers and skirts are among garments that will be included in the range - which at first will be aimed at men and children, but is later expected to expand to include women’s fashion.
The resin will be blended with natural fibres such as cotton to create a breathable, sweat-resistant substance for outdoor activity.
A Crocs spokeswoman said: “We’ve been able to take the same material and spin it into a yarn so it has all the properties of the shoes - light, durable and breathable.”
HOWTO: Create your own Beer
I don’t drink, but I thought this was interesting nonetheless. Popular Science has an interesting how to on creating a brewing machine that boils, ferments, chills, and serves. Head on over to find out how complete with step-by-step guide and included video/pictures.
Cost: $4,315
Time Spent: 3 Months
Jimmy Justice
Perhaps you’ve heard of this renegade citizen patriot who trolls around New York Streets looking for gross infractions of the law. The twist is, it’s not those who live there, but those who protect and serve there. The NY Traffic Police. I’ve seen a few clips and a couple of interviews with this rogue vigilante and I must say, he certainly has quite the *ahem* courage…to take on the law. Basically, the videos are a compendium of foul mouthed accusations (which for the most part seem to be true). Personally, I’m just surprised an officer hasn’t used the ol’ “agitating an officer on the job” tactic. A Video and Link to an MSNBC interview after the jump.
It’s made out of what!?
Found this on The Register and needless to say Republicans aren’t too happy about this British artist’s depiction of our current (not for long) Commander-in-Chief. If you look closely at the image, you’ll realize that across Bush’s face is strewn from right to left with naked bodies of women (men?) which according to the article was taken from pornographic clippings. Probably pr0n mags, dig? Jonathan Yeo, you dog, you.
The work was unveiled yesterday at London’s Lazarides gallery, which explains the motivation behind the thought-provoking piece: “Yeo was commissioned to undertake a portrait of US President George W Bush, but was later told his services were not required. He decided to continue the commission on his own…”
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Coffee Infographics
Lokesh Dhakar created a beautiful set of illustrated coffee infographics that may just be picked up by starbucks…or by an off brand franchisee strapped for cash. Nevertheless, I hadn’t realized the sheer complexity of ordering an espresso coffee and the various ways the caffeine staple can be prepared. The one on the left is Cafe Breve and the one on the right is a standard Cappuccino :
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Coffee Varieties listed on Wiki
HOWTO: Encrypt & Hide a HDD
Adam Heckler posted a fantastic HOWTO guide on encrypting and hiding a hard drive installed on your computer. Good for those instances when porn isn’t the only type of data that needs to be incognito.
The basic advantage is the inherent separation of files. If one partition happens to be damaged, the files on the other partition will be saved. Also, one might need a secure place to keep those, ummm “personal” files.
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Weekend Link Exchange: August 26, 2007
Damn Interesting always posts things that are well…damn interesting like this little tidbit about a day when mankind thought mail would be delivered via rocket.
Weekend Link Exchange: August 25, 2007
While we’ll post finds daily in a conventional post-as-we-see-fit fashion, weekend link exchanges are primarily comprised of a few choice kitschy (read: cool) links visited by the SCD staff (and we use the term staff very loosely). Of course future WLEs won’t have a lengthy sentence or two to explain what’s its all about, you’re smart enough to catch on… 
Gizmodo posted this interesting piece about a 16-year-old Austrailian teen who cracked a government sanctioned porn blocker worth 84 million!
More after the jump…
Back in a day or two…
It seems that I have a few matters to tend to, especially with semester already in full swing, so expect a batch of juicy finds around Friday or so. No news yet if Dannish will answer the call, and I sincerely hope he does.
-Vaqas
An Animated History Lesson on JFK
I’m not really a fan of the site, Super Deluxe which is trying to seemingly capitalize on the adult swim and channel 101 phenomenon, but one web artist has caught my eye. Brad Neeley’s animated short series, Professor Brothers, offers a unique take on higher learning. Case in point, the professors’ undeniably catchy “History Lesson #1″ offers a comical biography of the late John F. Kennedy…I had no idea he was a robot.
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The Professor Brothers Series
Critical of Rap Music
Seeing as we’ve just went live, perhaps we should start the posting run with this rather interesting (albeit comically critical) rant on rap music? Apparently this youtube user loves to hear the sound of his voice so much that he’s posted 15 additional videos critical of topics such as celebskank Paris Hilton, Nascar, and people who don’t tip their bartenders. All I can say is, “It’s like oobity, ibbity, obbity…”
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