DIY
From the DIY drawer: Arqball Spin rotating base
The Arqball Spin is an app-slash-Kickstarter project that's simple yet brilliant in its use of looping video and HTML5 embedding. When I first saw it,
From the DIY drawer: Device holder/dock made from a ground pad
The moment you put a case on your device, compatibility with available docks can suddenly drop to 0. Even with a naked device, docks can
Google employee creates tablet powered, NFC-enabled beer keg
Google employs a lot of smart people, and I think that this proves that Paul Carff is one of them. He’s created a DIY automated beer keg that uses
From the DIY drawer: Compact Samsung USB host adapter
I have a tendency to choose the DIY route for more things than is perhaps necessary. I don't really care how something looks, so if
Guy creates Angry Birds slingshot controller
What do you get if you take a slingshot, add an acceleometer, and write code to translate slingshot movements into mouse movements? A Slingshot controller for
Tips and tricks for making your own accessories
Getting accessories for mobile devices can be annoying. They can be expensive, hard to find, or simply not exist at all. With Android devices the
Tired of giant Samsung USB adapters? Make your own tiny one
The USB connection kit for the Samsung Galaxy Tab series is very nice, but as the main picture in my review clearly demonstrates, it isn’t exactly
Adding magnets to your Apple BT Keyboard keeps your bag in order
The main reason why I’ve wanted a more “iPadized” keyboard case for my iPad instead of using the otherwise great Apple Bluetooth Keyboard is for transportation
How to add magnets to a Wacom Bamboo stylus
The Maglus is awesome. Having magnets in a stylus makes a world of difference when you move around a lot and want a stylus that
Ben Heck goes hands-on Android ADK
The Android Open Accessory Development Kit was announced back in May as a way for Android to interact with hardware through USB and a special development
