Every Star Trek era had its noble, iconic captain. Only one had George Takei. With all due respect to Steve Carrel's lovably jerky Michael Scott, "That's what she said" is a witty but very...specialized volley for innuendo. Now, the rich baritone of Takei's bemused, shocked and even a bit titillated "Oh, myyy?" ...
Are you a serious camper, barbeque enthusiast, bomb fire spectator or tailgater that likes to drink out of the can? Night time has a life of its own, but in the dark, strange things have happened without lighting such as spilled drinks, friends and stranger walking off with your favorite beverage by ‘accident’, ...
Big city life can take its toll on your feet, especially when you have to walk more than a few blocks on a daily basis, which has made personal transporters a hot item of late. However, many personal transporter devices are either too bulky to lug around or too pricey for many folks, which doesn’t make them an ideal ...
What is it about congested places like shopping malls, airports, and concerts that seem to drain phone batteries like no one’s business? If your apps don’t drain your battery in just an hour or two, then there’s a number of other reasons that just seem made up. You just want your battery at full power as much as ...
With Pixels currently hitting the theaters, video-game enthusiasts are being given a time warp with a number of characters like Galaga and Donkey Kong, but most of all Pac-Man. Everyone knows Pac-Man and the ghosts, and this game got its popularity from the 80’s in classic arcades. The creepy Pac-Man ghosts known ...
You work hard. You play hard too, but although Nerf guns have been around for some time, you’ve never really been all that enticed by them. Nerf is known for their awesome designs and ability to turn a normal day into a battle royal, but if you really want your opponents to feel the sting of defeat, there hasn’t ...
There are a number of ways to keep your cool during the summer without the AC on full blast. These methods range from cooled food, wearing super light clothing, and getting a floor fan, even bed air conditioning but what about your drinks? When you’re playing water volleyball or hanging by the pool it’s nearly ...
Star Trek: The Next Generation may just be the most successful series of the franchise to date, and it’s hard to combat 178 episodes over seven seasons of pure Sci-Fi bliss. Every year there are a number of Trekkie conventions, and this year’s is set in flashy Las Vegas, Nevada. If you’ve got your sights set on ...
Once upon a time, mankind had to do all kinds of manual labor with no help from machines. We know that times have changed, and with time you’re probably likely to see Bank Tellers, Cashiers, Receptionists, Travel Agents, and a number of other occupations replaced by automation. This includes lawn care, which is ...
Users of Nintendo consoles rejoiced when the 3DS was released in 2011. This evolution of the original DS console is clearly inspired by its 3-dimensional display without the need for 3d glasses. Near 53 million of these babies have sold since the original release, and with a horde of games available it’s no wonder ...
There’s over 7.3 billion people living on our planet at any given point in time, and given all the innovations in the automobile industry, little attention seems to go towards parking. Just think about it. If everyone in the world had a car, not only would we be out of parking all the time but our world would be in ...
While we take endless selfies, the actual history of cameras goes further back than you may think. The most primitive versions of the camera were in use as early as 1021 AD. Canon who has developed impressive professional cameras for the novice such as the Rebel, has been a staple in the camera business since 1937, ...
With our measly paychecks, the last thing we feel is secure. Regardless of that, we still want our home to feel secure in itself. People have relied on Smoke Alarms and Pricey Home Security systems for decades, but smoke alarms can malfunction and do you really enjoy random calls from your security provider to tell ...
Indoor pets like cats and bunny rabbits are indoors for a reason. These domesticated companions of ours by and large can’t handle the harsh environments of the outside world. They’re lucky to live such a luxurious life, but there comes a time when you simply have to take them outside, especially when you’re leaving ...
Squirrels are cute! While some people think they are nothing more than rats with a bushy tails, most people enjoy watching them scurry around the backyard scrounging around for nuts and other food. Personally my dogs used to chase them in the backyard giving one or two a mild heart-attack. By the time they made it up ...
Everyone’s got baggage, and they’ve been lugging it around since the beginning of mankind. Coin purses, a rather retro version of the handbag, was used as early as 3300 BC and eventually evolved into the flashy bags you see women flaunting every day. You may have your emotions in check, but if you’re carrying a ...
Mankind may have equal rights, but not everyone is built equal. Some of us are quick on our feet while some are created with some real muscle behind the mask. Not everyone can fit the stereotype of a Lumberjack, which became a popular theme largely in part to the legend of Paul Bunyan. This myth has been passed ...
Some people may be obsessed with the newest hybrid and electric cars out there, but others say if it aint broke then don’t fix it. People buy classic cars for a number of reasons. Maybe for nostalgia, maybe to rebel against convention, but the reality of the market is that people still look for classic diamonds in the ...
With an extra emphasis on smart everything these days, you’d think that we’ve evolved from the days of using batteries. Unfortunately, a great number of smart devices and household items like digital cameras, remote controls, wireless mice and keyboards still use them. Will we ever graduate from this tired system of ...
You’ve always heard about safety in naturally occurring disasters, but honestly you’ve ignored it until now. In these situations, time is anyone’s most valuable resource, and in 2013 there were 330 naturally-triggered disasters that occurred. Though work seems the last place to worry about such random incidents, it ...
The stressful lifestyle of living in a metropolitan area can be flaying to the mind. It’s a struggle many know too well, and as soon as you realize that 24 hours in a day isn’t enough the conflict only gets more difficult. You may have tried meditating, counting to ten, or a number of other stress relief tactics, but ...
Smokey taste. A flavor to die for. Chewy and filling. Beef Jerky has been around for centuries. Though no one knows the exact origin of this delicious treat, it’s survived the test of time with a number of tastes from peppered to teriyaki to sweet & hot.If you find yourself in the gas station you probably realize ...
Since you were a kid, you’ve probably been scolded by your mom to pick up after yourself and stop being so messy. Traditionally, being organized is linked as a direct key to success, but why is that? On the one hand, you can find everything pretty easy, but unconventional artist types can thrive in clutter. There’s ...
Which is the best spy camera that is affordable? Hands down KJB security Zone Shield EZ AC Adapter Hidden Camera with DVR gets our thumbs up when it comes to simplicity and features! It's part of their brand new EZ Line of spy products that are meant to be extremely simple to use and affordable. From all the features ...
Is time truly real or no? Since the dawn of mankind we’ve been asking ourselves about the space-time continuum. Just think about it. Events from history have already happened and we seem to be on repeat. Is the future really any different from the past? We may never get the answers we’re looking for, but at ...
You probably remember projectors from back in grade school. These devices project images onto certain surfaces, usually projection screens, and if you grew up in the 90’s then you probably recall the old slide projectors. These were quickly replaced by digital video projectors in the 2000’s. You may think we’ve ...
You may fear a post-apocalyptic world where computers run the world, but honestly computers are far from perfect even to this day. Though we’ve made significant improvements, liquid spills, drops, heat and cold exposure, and stepping on these devices still continue to cost of hundreds or even thousands a year. Why ...
Most people probably remember amps when they go to a concert or the theaters. Audio power amplifiers have helped escalate audio signals since Lee De Forest invented the first model in 1909. Until the 60’s, these devices weren’t affordable for the average person, but since then Marshall Amplification has been a brand ...
The argument of charcoal versus propane has raged on for what seems like an eternity, and everyone’s favorite propane salesman Hank Hill has only put more emphasis on the age-old question. There’s no definitive way to say one is 100% better than the other, but charcoal actually burns hotter than propane does. With ...
The BBC has inspired us since the 60’s with their innovative sci-fi show Doctor Who. Since then, British Police boxes have been a tourist attraction because everyone just loves the concept of time travel, especially when you’ve got a companion like the Doctor. Whatever reincarnation you favor, from Tom Baker to ...
There’s more than just a world out there. There’s a friggin’ universe to see! If you hate telescopes or you just can’t get far enough away from your blinding city night lights, Uncle Milton is bringing the whole shebang to your house for a home theater experience you won’t soon forget. The is an optical star ...
Everyone loves their laptops, smartphones, and iPods. There’s only one problem. Lack of memory. Phones these days come out with quoted amounts of memory, but these promises are marred by the presence of bloatware.Bloatware is pre-downloaded apps that can be extremely hard to get off of your phone. Though you don’t ...
You love the crazy antics of Bart Simpson. Along with Dennis the Menace, these two pranksters terrorized their neighborhoods with their use of slingshots. These hand catapults have been used since 1844 after Charles Goodyear invented the device.While not usually known as killing machines unless the user is skilled, ...
Since 1897, everyone knew that vampires have avoided sunlight for centuries in Bram Stoker’s Dracula. The decrepit vampire has been around for centuries and continues to be an icon of true terror with a killer appetite.You may not thirst for human flesh, but nonetheless mankind ends up eating megatons of pounds of ...
You’ve probably heard of Jet Packs at some point in time, but honestly there’s not exactly a class that’ll teach you how not to blast through your neighbor’s house as you scream for dear life. For those more grounded individuals, many of us grew up with skates and rollerblades. While this pastime is great and all, ...
Not everyone can be the bodybuilder of their dreams. You know, the ones with minimal neck present and muscles that induce envy and rage as you realize just how far you have to go before you get relatively fit.There are a number of solutions all including hard work and blood, sweat, and surely some tears, but at some ...
Everyone loves getting to go on a vacation every now and then. All work and no play makes people postal, so let’s try and avoid that shall we? At some point you’ve most likely lost your charger either shacking up with some friends or on that Bahamas cruise you’ve been saving up for over a year.So far you’ve relied on ...
It’s hard to move along with technology. It seems like every year there’s some new type of tech fad that everyone’s drooling over, and if you’re still using your CD’s, flip phones, and desktop computers from another era, you may find it hard to make the switch. Change is hard, but what if you did it in the name of ...
The earth is a fragile place. You may have heard about Bio-domes, but the first thing that pops into your head is probably the 1996 movie with Pauly Shore and Stephen Baldwin that thrived on toilet humor. In reality, it’s called a closed ecological system and these manmade ecosystems have the potential to serve as ...
Nothing beats flying through the air with the greatest of ease, but acrobatic skills are not your thing. You don’t need flexibility to zip line. Zip lining allows you to soar through the air while embracing your adventurous side. There are over 200 ziplines in our nation, not counting tourist attractions like the ones ...
With all the tech out there from PC to laptops to Tablets and everything in between nearly 90% of people go between several separate devices to accomplish a goal. On top of that, 90% of media interactions are in front of a screen and we spend nearly 5 hours in front of them a day. You could probably use something ...
We were all captivated in the newer Star Wars movies when innocent little Anakin was corrupted in his thirst for power and love. Though he was played for a while by hunky Hayden Christensen we all know him for his portrayal by James Earl Jones. Whether you’ve got daddy issues or not, Vader’s a serious father figure to ...
What makes the world so majestic at times? Raining spiders? The flammable ice bubbles underneath Lake Abraham? What about volcanic lightning? If anything is truly beautiful in this world, it’s got to be the northern lights, also called the Aurora Borealis.The multicolored dancing lights are in reality collisions ...
Not everyone can be an expert huntsman, but people have been exterminating rodents like mice for centuries. You’d be surprised to see the earliest models released in 1870. We’ve clearly come a long way since then with jaw and spring-loaded bar mousetraps. You’d think Tom would’ve tricked Jerry into a mousetrap by ...
You may have seen a wide variety of quadcopters or drones flying around these days, but where did they come from? Things don’t just magically appear out of thin air (at least not yet), and as it happens quadcopters have a long history. The first reports of a quadcopter go as far back as 1907. Through many trial, ...
With global competition going crazier than ever, it may be hard to keep up with the laundry list of companies competing for the spotlight. Other than the top dogs like Apple or Sony, everything seems like a blur. Nixon got its popularity from its American watches, accessories, and audio products. If you find ...
Do you use antiquated, medieval equipment to go fishing? Is spending all that time just sitting around getting exhausting? Sure, it’s fun to bring a cooler packed with beer, but if all you’re getting is drunk when you fish, you may want to up your game with something from the next millennium. Deeper Fishfinder is ...
Since as early as the 1810’s, the first forms of the bicycle have been used to traverse the globe. The Germans, Scottish, and finally the French improved upon the earlier models into some semblance of what we see today. If you think this old invention is falling behind the times, think again. A company called ...
Nobody likes getting up in the morning, that’s a fact. Even the most chipper morning bird doesn’t always wake up starry-eyed and ready for the next hectic day. Nearly 83% of us in the States rely on coffee to give us a healthy wakeup slap, and if the boost in energy isn’t want lures you in, maybe the smell or foam on ...
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