The Watchmen. In Lego. This awesome project is from Jordan Schwartz (aka Sir Nadroj — think about it). The figures are all "purist" which means that the parts are real Lego parts, simply reassembled (which is probably why Nite Owl looks so much like Batman).
Purist, that is, except Dr. Manhattan, who was brought into existence by Photoshop. We love Rorschach, despite his lack of a trench coat, but the winner here is the Comedian. He looks so mean! And if you haven’t seen the movie yet, buy a ticket today. It’s fantastic, despite the rather curious new ending.
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Mar 14th,2009
Watchmen Characters Rendered in Lego
Mar 14th,2009
Black & Decker’s Drill Lights Get You Torque-ing
You might think that tool makers come up with a new product and then put it on sale, leaving it there indefinitely. After all, if you’re like me your power tools are vintage models — ancient but still going strong.
In fact, tools are subject to the same incremental updates as any other gadget, and Black & Decker has just released v 2.0 of its SmartDriver, a handy lithium-ion powered screwdriver. What’s new? B&D have added torque control, essential in a screwdriver to stop you from stripping the heads of the screws. There is also a new magnetic screw guide which …
Mar 14th,2009
Leica Wants to Make a Full Frame Rangefinder
Those of you holding out for a full-frame M series Leica may be in luck, although you’ll still have a while to wait. Up until now, the digital rangefinders have had cropped sensors, making them unable to properly use Leica’s stunning array of lenses. However, speaking the the UK’s Amateur Photographer, Leica’s US marketing boss Christian Erhardt said that the company wants to make one, despite the fact that M8 owners "are not bothered by non-full-frame".
There are still technical hurdles, though. The reason we haven’t seen a full frame rangefinder yet is because of sensor limitations. Leica M cameras have …
Mar 14th,2009
2G iPod Touch Jailbroken at Last
One oddity of the jailbreaking scene is that, while the iPhone 3G was liberated months ago, the second generation iPod Touch has remained hack proof. Until now, that is. Nitrokey Slipstream is a solution that claims to unlock the iPod and allow you to install non-App Store software on it.
We say "claims" as the product site looks a little suspicious. First, the team wants money. The software costs $15 and runs on Windows machines only (OS X support is promised "soon"). In addition, there is no demo video, no screen shots, nothing. The only hint of what you might get …
Mar 14th,2009
Apple Erases Prototype iPhones from History
The 2006 iPhone prototypes we told you about yesterday? They’ve already been pulled from Ebay, where bidding had reached around $2000. And the YouTube video showing how they worked? Also gone.
It will be no surprise to find out that Apple was behind this — the company has secrecy in its DNA, even when it comes to three year old test hardware. Here’s what the seller told iLounge: "as many people predicted would happen, Apple has contacted eBay to close the listing."
This is a crying shame. We don’t care so much about the handsets themselves, although the seller is probably less …
Mar 14th,2009
Laptop Lifts Lift Low Laptops
Have you ever thought to yourself "This computer is really tricky to pick up" or "I hope my notebook doesn’t scratch this table"?
No? Neither have we. But for those amongst you with this kind of obsessive compulsive disorder, the answer is Laptop Lifts, small, stick-on rubber rails that add precious millimeters to the height of your machine. The blurb lays out all sorts of claims for the Lifts, scratch reduction and handling improvements included. But the one feature that could actually be useful is the extra space underneath, which means that your notebook will stay cooler, keeping the fans off …
Mar 14th,2009
Google Voice Speaks of World Domination
Google wants to become your phone company, or at least wants its newly announced Google Voice to become the 21st century’s replacement for it. But it’s not just the phone company and Skype that should be worried — this product has big ambitions.
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Mar 14th,2009
Drill Delivers Drugs Straight to the Marrow
What it is: Vidacare EZ-IO Power Driver
What it’s used for: Boring into human flesh and bone for quick delivery of drugs and fluids.
For more, visit wired.com/video.
Sometimes a good vein is hard to find—especially when you’re bouncing around in an ambulance or working on a convulsing junkie. That’s why many critical-care pros pack the EZ-IO. With a beveled, hollow-tipped needle spinning at 1,000 rpm, the $295 driver bores through up to 2 mm of shin or shoulder bone in less than two seconds, opening a direct channel to the marrow (keep going till you feel the squish). Once in, medical staffers …
Mar 14th,2009
High-Tech Running Shoes Good for Heart, Soul
Run flat footed? The Newton all-weather trainers might be your best bet. Using advanced tech that forces you to run on your toes, the shoes are also perfect for running in the cold and rain.
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Mar 14th,2009
How to Survive Falling Through Ice
Taking a shortcut across that snow-covered pond seemed like an awesome idea … until you heard the first crack. Here’s how to get out alive, with functioning limbs.
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Mar 14th,2009
March 13, 1964: No One Helps as Kitty Is Slain
1964: Kitty Genovese is stabbed to death near her apartment in New York City, while neighbors ignore her cries for help during three separate attacks lasting 35 minutes.
According to police, no fewer than 38 people heard — and possibly saw — at least one of the attacks by Genovese’s knife-wielding assailant. Nobody came to her aid, and only one bothered calling the police — and only after the third attack had killed her.
This appalling display of collective indifference sparked sensationalized press coverage, horrified the nation, and prompted numerous psychological studies into what would become known as Genovese syndrome, or …
Mar 14th,2009
Most Dangerous Object in the Office: Giant Unicycle
The Coker V2 has two basic speeds: (1) that-watercooler-sure-is-coming-up-fast, and (2) I-think-I-just-broke-my-tailbone. With a massive 36-inch wheel and a hand brake, it’s like pedaling an oversize half-bike—the half without the handlebars. Speeds up to 29 mph have been reported. Luckily, Wired articles editor Mark Robinson has some experience with mono-wheeled vehicles. Lucky for us, that is—we got to watch him face-plant repeatedly while attempting to maneuver this beast through the office. Hey, Mark, you’re doing great! Try again!
The Coker V2 Unicycle in action.
For more, visit wired.com/video.
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Mar 14th,2009
BMW Still Loves Hydrogen
The German automaker says its latest hydrogen combustion engine matches the efficiency of a turbodiesel.
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Mar 14th,2009
Apple to Preview iPhone 3.0 Next Week
Apple will offer a sneak peek into a new software developers kit for the iPhone and an updated version of the iPhone operating system, OS 3.0, during a media event next week.
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Mar 14th,2009
Mercedes Gullwing Flies Again
Mercedes resurrects an icon in a car that could become iconic in its own right.
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