Random Hacks
Randomize Again  | How to: Laser Projector inside a Lighter
The following is a post by Rog8811, our lasers expert. As a designer and engineer I am always looking for ways of converting everyday items into cool gadgets. This iconic lighter, known around the world, is the Zippo flip-top lighter. Having... |
 | Free Windows 7 by Hacking XP and Vista Microsoft's newest operating system called Windows 7 will come out with plenty of fancy new features. But, don't bother buying it because you can transform your XP or Vista machine into Windows 7 for free. Of course, if you're using Mac or... |
 | The Mechanics of Safe Cracking
Everything you'd possible want to know about the mechanical workings of safes and combination locks. For instructional purposes only. Don't do anything illegal, just admire the mechanics. ... |
 | Xbox 360 Hellboy Case Mod
Comic books and movies are the inspirations for case mods this year. If it was the Wall-E case mod or the Star Wars Nintendo Wii Case Mod then, it’s a Hellboy inspired case mod for the Xbox 360.
One look at the entirely red Xbox 360 Hellboy... |
 | Hack a Prius to get 100 MPG - Full Electric Vehicle Mode
Take advantage of the 'Full Electric Mode' that comes standard on European and Japanese Prius models. Believe it or not, this will allow a Prius to get 100 miles per gallon. Even if you don't own one, it's interesting to see how this hack is done.... |
 | Hack Your Voicemail: Custom Messages
Sometimes you just don't feel like answering your phone. Using a hacked bluetooth headset (a few bucks on ebay), you can customize your cell phone's voice mail. For example: "Thank you for calling Dan.ÂYour estimated wait time is 5 minutes, 30... |
 | Dirt Simple Wi-Fi Signal Booster for Free
Learn how to make a dirt simple (basically free) wifi antenna booster using tin foil. Yes, it sounds crazy, but it actually works and significantly increases your wifi signal in the dead zones of your house. The video above is pretty lengthy,... |
 | Physical Computing with MIT's Siftables
Siftables is the latest example of a Tangible User Interface (TUI), an emerging technology that aims to use physical objects as interface for computing needs. Siftables, however, differ from traditional models with the addition of a sensor... |
 | Turn a Windows 7 Laptop into a Wi-Fi Hotspot
Here's some new software for Windows 7 called Connectify which allows you to turn your Windows 7 laptop into a wireless hotspot. Basically, it converts your laptop into a wireless router of sorts, acting as a wireless access point for computers... |
 | Hack Your Doorbell - Custom Dingtones
If you've got a spare MP3 player laying around your home, it's time to hack your household doorbell system and create your own customized... |
